The Collegian Reporter – Page 242

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

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 Oscar...

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

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 was the pioneer settler...

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...

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...

Sports

Joe Sievert: Athlete of the Week

By Andrew Schnebel–This week’s Collegian Reporter athlete of the week goes to wrestler Joe Sievert. Sievert, a senior from Akron, Iowa, was a third place finisher at the NAIA Wrestling National Championships in Topeka, Kansas. In Saturday’s consolation rounds he won three matches to arn All-American honors for the third time. He finished the season…

Features

‘Men’terest in Pinterest

By Natalie Waller–Where did you get that recipe? I love your nails, where did you get that idea? That’s a great quote, where did you find it? The answer is Pinterest. Women everywhere have taken to the Pinterest phenomenon, but men need to join the club as well. Pinterest has everything. You can search any…

Arts & Entertainment

Miley Cyrus ‘Bangerz Tour’ Concert Review

By Lindsay Martin–Miley Cyrus rocked the stage on Thursday, March 5, when she performed in front of a full crowd at the Century Link Center in Omaha. Although there has been a lot of controversy over her new tour, in my opinion, she killed it. Cyrus looked beautiful in her extravagant costume choices, though some…

News

Choir Tour opens in Sioux Falls

By Channing Pick — While students have been preparing for spring break, the Morningside College Choir has been getting ready for their choir tour around the Midwest. After months of preparation the college choir, barbershop quartet, and the jazz choir will be stopping and hold performances around the Midwest in towns that are considered home…

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…