The Collegian Reporter – Page 220

Culture, Morningside People, News / February 26, 2026 How Living on Campus Shapes the College Experience

By Maron Guimarães – At Morningside, living on campus connects academics, athletics, and social life in one space. You see the same people in class, in the dorms, at games, and at events. That consistency builds partnership and comfort. Over time, campus stops feeling like just a place you attend, it becomes a place you...

News, Sports / February 23, 2026 Spring Sports Media Day Recap

As spring approaches, Morningside’s sports programs are entering their seasons with confidence built on growth, depth, and strong team culture. Across every sport, both coaches and athletes emphasized preparation, belief in one another, and continued improvement. Men’s & Women’s Golf: Head coach Nick Wanderscheid highlighted progress across both programs, noting that the men’s team has...

Campus Life, Culture, Morningside People, News, Opinion / February 18, 2026 Small Campuses Build Strong Communities

By Maron Guimarães – Small campuses, like Morningside University, offer something bigger than many large universities aren’t able to: an intimate sense of belonging. Here on our campus, the size, even simply in acreage, can play a big role in helping students feel connected. We walk shorter distances but still tell big stories, we meet...

Campus Life, Morningside People, Opinion / February 4, 2026 Students Help Shape Morningside’s AI Future

By Maron Guimarães – Some of the brightest ideas don’t come from large committees or outside consultants; they come directly from a group of students in the classroom. During fall 2025 and spring 2026, students in the Marketing Research and Marketing Campaigns classes worked on a project focused on one main question: How can Morningside...

News, Sports / January 30, 2026 Midseason Checkup: Can Morningside Basketball make a tournament run?

By Gabe Schreck – With roughly three-quarters of the season complete, the Morningside men’s and women’s basketball teams are beginning to establish their direction heading into postseason play. The men currently sit at 15–5 overall and 12–1 in GPAC play, while the women hold an 11–10 overall record and are 6–9 in conference action. Much...

News, Sports / January 30, 2026 Inside MSide Track & Field: Head Coach Frank Wallace, Keeping it Real

By Lynx Gregoire – Head Track & Field Coach Frank Wallace describes his team’s culture as “fun–but not normal fun.” It’s a culture built on working hard, grinding together, and pushing through challenges as a unit. The team’s goals this season include moving up in the conference, but more importantly, becoming the best version of...

Campus Life, News, Sports / January 16, 2026 Senior Leadership in Athletics

By: Maron Guimarães – Seniors play an important role in Morningside athletics, both on and off the court and field. With years of experience behind them, senior athletes help guide their teams through leadership, responsibility, and example. For many teams, seniors are looked at as role models. Natan Luiz Alves, a senior on the volleyball...

Sports

Men’s VB wins opener (photos)

Morningside’s men’s volleyball team won its first contest 3-1 over Culver Stockton Jan. 10. It was also the team’s initial win in the NAIA North Conference. For a summary of game results click here. For more about the team click here.

Arts & Entertainment

Film Review: The Thing Double Feature

By Nik Rasmussen– One of the most terrifying aliens in the inter-universe could be someone close to you. The Thing is a highly intelligent shape-shifting mother. In the 80’s a team of scientists unearth the remains of an alien, and it’s shipped out of the ice in Antarctica. Unknown to this team of scientists, the remains…

Features

Last Minute Christmas Gift Ideas

By Hannah Severson– Many of us are busy with finals right now. We don’t really think about Christmas gifts until after we get home for winter break. Shopping for gifts at the last minute can be stressful. Here are a few ideas for last minute Christmas gifts. • For that person in your life that is…

News

Some Seniors Gear Up to Graduate at Semester

By Hannah Severson–Graduating from college in general is a scary thing, but graduating early from college can be even scarier. With the rising cost of tuition, many students across the country decide to graduate a semester early mostly because of financial reasons. Amanda Heinrichs from Esterville, Iowa is graduating this month and she seems to…

Sports

Men’s Volleyball Team Prepares for First Season

By Hannah Severson– The men’s club volleyball team is starting up its inaugural year. They are already under way for their season, which will start spring semester. Their schedule is not yet posted, but they practice five days a week, from 5:30 p.m. to around 8 p.m. The head coach, Scott Tschetter, was the head women’s…

Editorials, Features

My First Experience with CrossFit

By Katie Copple– Working at a fitness center, I’ve always been intrigued by different workout regimens and routines. From Tabata to HIIT to group classes, staying active is both important for my health and also for my sanity. So, when a friend of mine offered me the chance to try CrossFit, I jumped at the chance….