The Collegian Reporter – Page 248

Morningside People, News / March 31, 2025 Morningside Celebrates Women of Excellence

By Jaden Carney – On Friday, March 28, 2025, four members of the Morningside University community attended the 40th anniversary of the Siouxland Women’s Aware, Women of Excellence. The Mustangs in attendance were Dr. Leslie Werden, Chair of the Humanities Department; Melissa Nelson, Externship and Internship Coordinator for the Applied Ag and Food Studies Program;...

Arts & Entertainment / March 28, 2025 Faiyaz provides a calming diversion

by Gustavo dos Santos — Larger Than Life by Brent Faiyaz presents a smooth, immersive experience that is ideal for his personal style. Faiyaz, who is well-known for his captivating and reflective lyrics, goes deeper into his typical relaxed vibe to create an album that feels both private and wide. Each song expands time and permits reflection,...

Arts & Entertainment / March 28, 2025 CHROMAKOPIA is a deep dive

by Maron Marcel Guimaraes — Tyler, The Creator’s CHROMAKOPIA album is a 14-track album packed with genre-bending production, interesting lyrics, and Tyler’s signature different flair, offering an immersive listening experience. Right from the jump, CHROMAKOPIA feels like a dive into Tyler’s mind. The opening track, St. Chroma, featuring Daniel Caesar, sets the tone with a...

Morningside People, News / March 25, 2025 How Music Forms the Movie Experience

By Katie Miller – Morningside will host “Experiencing Music in Film” as part of its ongoing Humanities Speaker Series. This discussion will explore the relationship between music and film and how it is used to influence cinematic experiences. This event will take place today, March 25, at 7 p.m. in Weikert Auditorium and will be...

Arts & Entertainment / March 21, 2025 A Rock Sails By is ‘out of this world’

by Gabriel Ruiz — Simultaneously out of this world and profoundly grounded, Sean Grennan’s A Rock Sails By takes audiences on an existential expedition to explore the unknown, the unspoken, and the unidentified. Directed by Russell Wooley, A Rock Sails By follows dry–witted Dr. Lynn Cummings (portrayed by Diana Wooley), a renowned professor and astrophysicist who has the ability...

Arts & Entertainment / March 21, 2025 Morningside Welcomes Young Jazz Musicians

By Thomas Godtland – On March 21 Morningside will host a vibrant fusion of youthful energy and musical talent as middle school students from the surrounding area gather in Eppley Memorial Auditorium. This event, held in the university’s state-of-the-art concert hall, will offer an exciting opportunity for students to experience live music while also gaining...

Sports / March 19, 2025 Men’s Basketball Season Ends in NAIA Second Round Loss

By Katie Miller – The men’s basketball team concluded its 2024-25 season with a second-round loss to Bethel (Ind.) in the NAIA Tournament held in Kansas City. The Mustangs finished with a record of 25-8, falling just one game short of advancing to the championship round. After a successful conclusion to their regular season and...

Sports

Mustangs Automatically Qualify, Bring Home Two MVPs at Sioux City Relays

by Caitlin Casey The cold weather didn’t stop the Mustangs from competing in the Sioux City Relays this past weekend. The meet began Friday night, the high for the day being 35 degrees, with snow still on the ground. Saturday was a little better, with the sun finally making an appearance. Despite the not so…

Food and Drink

What’s Cookin’ at Mr. Stirfry?

By Lauren Sorenson–As you walk into Mr. Stirfry you automatically get the sense that you’ve walked into the wrong restaurant. The décor is definitely a lot nicer than what you would expect for a buffet. After being greeted at the front desk, the host will take your drink order and then let you pass along…

News

Pirate or a Princess

By Brittany Conolly–Do you have a sibling, babysit, have younger family members, or have a child of your own? The Children’s Museum of Siouxland has an event for you. The museum is hosting a fundraiser April 21 at Emma’s Event Center from 1 to 3. This event isn’t an ordinary fundraiser. The theme is pirates and princesses….

Sports

We “MEET” Again

By Cassie Burnside–Senior Tabitha Shepherd will be competing in the 3000 meter steeple chase this weekend at the Sioux City Relays. The last time she ran this race was two years ago at this exact meet. A competitor fell in the water pit and Shepherd tried to adjust her footing and landed wrong, breaking her…

Features

5 things to do in Sioux City …For FREE

By Lauren Sorenson–Sioux City has a rich history and is home to a number of museums and historical sites. If you’re looking for something to do and you’re tight on money, try one of these places: 1. Art Center– The Sioux City Art Centers bestows Sioux City with exhibits of local, national, and international artists. Currently, the…

Features

10 under $10

By Lauren Sorenson– It’s difficult to find things to do in a smaller city, especially when your funds are limited. But, with a little looking, you can always find something entertaining to do in Sioux-town. 1) Rock wall climbing– The Long Lines Family Recreation Center offers climbing walls for every climber. The Center’s walls range from 13…