The Collegian Reporter – Page 233

Opinion / March 4, 2025 Mastering Time Management, Consistency, and Study Habits in Academics

By Gabriel Ruiz — When it comes to our academic journeys, it is not uncommon for phrases such as, “time management,” “consistency,” and “study habits” to proliferate across campus. However, what does it mean to embody these traits, and more importantly, how can one cultivate them effectively in our daily lives? These qualities are often...

News / February 28, 2025 Morningside University Awarded $500,000 Grant to Expand Applied Learning

By Katie Miller – Morningside University has been awarded a $500,000 grant from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation. This is a significant step forward in expanding applied learning for students. The funding from this award is part of the Cultures of Democracy program, a project that will enhance research and community engagement. Grant Supports Applied...

News / February 27, 2025 Mustangs Celebrate Senior Day with Victories Over Briar Cliff

By Jesus Jimenez — The Morningside basketball teams concluded their regular season at home with big wins on Senior Day, as both the men’s and women’s teams defeated Briar Cliff Saturday, Feb. 22. The women’s team achieved an upset against No. 5 Briar Cliff, winning 76-74 in their final home game. The men’s team followed...

News / February 27, 2025 Mustangs Take First at Dordt Cheer Invite

By Jesus Jimenez – The Mustangs took home first place at this week’s Dordt Cheer Invite, delivering a flawless, zero-deduction routine and earning a final score of 82.7. This marks the second time this season that Morningside has executed a perfect routine with no deductions. The Mustangs finished 1.7 points ahead of Midland University, a...

Photo, Sports / February 23, 2025 Men erase double-digit deficit in 88-81 win

Morningside staged a big second–half comeback to top Briar Cliff 88–81 in a senior day contest. Joey Skoff led the Mustangs with 31 points. Skoff and fellow seniors Justin Sitti, Ethan Alfers, Brendan Buckley, Charlie Fletcher, Tyson Gordon, Dylan Johnson, Aidan Vanderloo, and Aiden Westra were honored before the game. Morningside hosts Dakota Wesleyan at...

Photo, Sports / February 23, 2025 Mustangs upset Briar Cliff 76-74

Morningside upset 5th–ranked Briar Cliff 76–74 on senior day Saturday. The Mustangs, now 12–15, will face the Chargers (24–3) again Wednesday, Feb. 26, in the first round of the GPAC Tournament. Alexis Spier led the team with 19 points. Spier, along with Chaise Pfanstiel, Baylie Girres, and student assistant coach Maddie Craighead were seniors honored...

Sports / February 20, 2025 Mustangs Perform a Deduction-Free Routine at Northwestern Invitational

By Jesus Jimenez — Morningside’s cheer team achieved its two highest scores of the season this weekend at Northwestern College’s two-day cheer and dance invitational. The Mustangs secured third and fourth place finishes, delivering a total 155.28 points. What took everyone by surprise was Morningside’s flawless, deduction-free routine on day one, where the squad scored...

Editorials

Think Again Before You Text and Drive

By Lindsay Martin– With advances in technology on the rise, our lives have become consumed with handheld devices. However, these devices are causing a distraction not only in our lives but also on the road. Currently, the law in Iowa states that texting and driving is a secondary offense. Meaning the driver must be pulled…

News

Morningside to welcome Higher Learning Commission

By Hannah Hecht– On March 17-19th, Morningside will be host to representatives from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). The HLC is a group that assesses colleges across the nation and decides whether or not the college will be accredited. Morningside students should be aware that the representatives might ask them questions on a host of…

Sports

Get the Hottest Ticket in Town

By Katie Copple– You can hear the scratching of sharp blades against the cold surface. The roar of the crowd that surrounds the rink is unmistakable, chanting and singing to the music playing over the sound system. The smell of nachos, popcorn, hotdogs and beer fill the air. It’s time for hockey. The Sioux City…

Arts & Entertainment

James and the Giant Peach Photos

Photos By Amber Burg

Sports

Mustang Swimmers Prepare for Nationals

By Hannah Hecht–The Mustang men and women swimmers are getting ready to cap off a successful season at this year’s NAIA Men’s and Women’s National Swimming and Diving Championships in Oklahoma City March 6-8. Sophomore Ben Kurz and junior Cole Malin will lead the team on the men’s side, coming off a very successful run…