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...

Features

Put yourself together, Ladies

By Lindsay Martin–Interviews for upcoming May graduates are fast approaching. Along with the appropriate attire, and well-thought out answers, make-up might also be a must for women. According to a recent study, professional make-up affects a person’s view about a woman’s amiability, trustworthiness, and ability. The study was paid for by Procter and Gamble, which…

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Sticking to Your New Years Resolutions

By Natalie Waller–Have you ever heard someone say, “It’s a New Year, it’s a new me” after the New Year? Maybe you’ve said it once or twice. People are always making New Year’s resolutions. They commit to being a better person, improving their health, or various other things. But why do people do this year…

Garret Ehlers: Athlete of the Week
Sports

Garret Ehlers: Athlete of the Week

By Andrew Schnebel–This week’s Collegian Reporter athlete of the week goes to Garret Ehlers. Ehlers, a senior from Ida Grove, Iowa, broke the school record for the men’s indoor 3000-meter run with a time of 8:40.63 At the Dordt Indoor Invitational. The Mustangs finished first, second and third in the event. The previous record was…

Calling all creatives…
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Calling all creatives…

By Hannah Hecht–Calling all creative writers and artists! Pick up your pens, grab your brushes, and open up your word documents because the Morningside College Kiosk literary magazine will be publishing its 76th issue this year. Submissions are open to Morningside students, alumni, faculty, and staff. Acceptable submissions include: art, creative nonfiction, fiction, graphic design, photography,…

Bundle up for Disney’s Frozen
Arts & Entertainment

Bundle up for Disney’s Frozen

By Amber Burg–Join Anna, Kristoff, Sven, and Olaf at the movie theatre for their frozen adventure to save the kingdom from a snowy cold. Disney’s most recent animated film Frozen has been freeszing out the competition for over a month. The main characters, Anna (voice of Kristen Bell) and her sister Elsa (voice of Idina…

Therapy dogs comforting after “Ruff” semester
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Therapy dogs comforting after “Ruff” semester

By Emily Domayer–Students looking for a study break during finals week had a chance to relax with some four-legged friends. The Special Troops Adaptive Riding School (STARS) were on campus Tuesday and Thursday. The STARS program mostly uses horses for its animal therapy, but now it has a K-9 dog program as well. Jean Gill,…

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