The Collegian Reporter – Page 238

News / April 20, 2026 Under the Radar: Morningside University’s Overlooked Teams

By Gabe Schreck – When people think of college athletics, sports like football, basketball, and volleyball often dominate the conversation. At Morningside University, however, some of the most dedicated athletes and successful teams often fly under the radar. Sports like bowling, golf, swimming, cheer, and e-sports may not always fill bleachers or make headlines, but...

Campus Life, News, Photo, Sports / April 15, 2026 From Risk to Reward: Mustangs Crowned National Champions in Historic NCA Debut

By Jesus Flores Just months ago, the Morningside University cheer team made a choice that many considered a gamble: leaving the comfort of the NAIA to compete on the biggest stage in cheerleading. This past weekend, that gamble gained them a national title. The Mustangs are officially the NCA National Champions for the Intermediate Small...

News / March 28, 2026 Who Really Deserved the Oscar? Morningside Students Sound Off

By Gabriel Schreck – As awards season wrapped up in Hollywood with the Oscars taking place earlier this month, students at Morningside University had their own say in who they believe should have taken home the acting honors. In a campus-wide poll conducted by Campus Media, students voted on their picks for this year’s top...

Campus Life, News, Photo / March 27, 2026 New Logo on the Lawn

By Leslie Werden – Some of you have likely noticed a new logo on campus and are wondering, what is that? Where did it come from? Well, we have some early answers for you. According to Stacie Hays, VP of University Engagement, Heath Weber (Dean of Fine Arts) and Jason Reynoldson (Assistant VP of Facilities)...

Campus Life, Culture, Features, Photo / March 24, 2026 Building History: Charles City Hall

By Gabriel Ruiz — The story of the building known now as Charles City begins, as all timeless classics do, with a real estate scheme. The building’s development was spearheaded and funded by Edwin C. Peters (1836–1917), a Pennsylvania attorney and Civil War marshal who made his first arrival to Sioux City in 1870. Peters...

Campus Life, News, Sports / March 9, 2026 From NAIA To NCA: The Risk That Could Redefine Mustang Cheer

By Jesus Flores – The Mustangs cheer team were coming off one of the strongest years in program history, finishing in the top three in the GPAC and earning their place among the top teams. The team’s culture has elevated, alongside their confidence. When they announced they would be leaving the NAIA competition to join...

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...

Editorials

Is Your Degree Worth It?

By Lindsay Martin– It is a proven fact that people who receive a college degree earn more than those who do not. However, is the degree you’ve chosen worth the money spent? A recent article from Salary.com shares the eight college degrees that have the worst return on investment. Communications is number one, which is…

News

Blackley Takes First at Great Plains Convention

By Lauren Sorenson– Megan Blackley, a senior Biopsychology and Biology major at Morningside, recently won first place in the Experimental Psychology category at the Great Plains Convention for her poster presentation over her research on the perceptual speed in musicians and non-musicians. The Great Plains Convention was held Friday, March 21- 22, at Rockhurst University…

Morningside People

New Student Gov’t Exec Elected

By Jordan Truckenmiller–After a week of petitioning, campaigning, and voting, students elected the 2014 Student Government Officers. Newly elected officers are President Jack O’Brien, VP Spencer Eiseman, Treasurer Ryan Martinez, Secretary Paige McKern, Student Advocate Paul Johnson, and Director of Communications Lynsay Haverland. Four of the six officers were either re-elected or changed positions. McKern…

Features, Sports

Disc Golf Club added to campus activities

By Jordan Truckenmiller–As spring approaches there are new activities available to students. One of those is Morningside’s Disc Golf Club. The club was started in October by Andy Burnham. He wanted a way to get the campus community together and have a good time when the weather is nice. “When you want to get the…

Arts & Entertainment

Students discover SVU

By Channing Pick–Law & Order: Special Victims Unit has been on TV for years, but just recently gained the attention of college students across the Morningside campus. SVU is not just your average “procedural,” with cops catching the bad guy. It shows the process of events in which the crimes occur and a suspect is…