The Collegian Reporter – Page 243

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...

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...

Arts & Entertainment

Eppley Gallery Shines Light on Competition

By Amber Burg–Student artwork basks in the yellow glow of the gallery lights in Eppley Art Gallery, but only three pieces bask in the glory. The results were announced February 12 at the gallery reception. Judges selected one top piece in each of the categories and one overall best of show. The three categories were…

Food and Drink

Restaurant Review: Mi Familia

By Katie Copple–Just across the river in the city of South Sioux City sits a nice authentic Mexican restaurant called Mi Familia. Authentic Mexican and Spanish cuisine is a staple in the Siouxland area. Mi Familia has been a part of Siouxland for many years. With a menu filled with authentic Mexican favorites like tacos,…

Sports

Daytona 500: NASCAR’s Super Bowl

By Katie Copple–Not long after the Super Bowl ends, the Super Bowl of NASCAR begins, the Daytona 500. NASCAR, or the National Association of Stock Car Auto Racing, is the United States motorsports organization that travels to racetracks all across the country. NASCAR has one of the longest seasons in all of professional sports. With…

Arts & Entertainment

Movie Review: Endless Love

By Natalie Waller–Endless Love hit the big screen just in time for every girl to drag her boyfriend out to a sappy love story for a Valentine’s Day date. The movie features a young couple who would go through anything for the love that was sparked between them right after graduation day. Jade, played by…

Sports

Neeia Cooperwood: Athlete of the Week

By Andrew Schnebel–This week’s Collegian Reporter Athlete of the Week goes to Neeia Cooperwood. Cooperwood, a junior from Omaha, broke the school record in the 400-meter run this past Saturday to place 1st at the Dordt College Invitational indoor track and field meet. She posted a time of 57.17 seconds, which beat her previous record…

News

The Death of the Digital Camera

By Amber Burg–Every second someone in the world is taking a picture, sending one, or posting it. Photos are everywhere we look. With all these pictures being snapped and sent it would seem logical that camera sales would be higher than in the past. However, death may be knocking on the door for point and…