The Collegian Reporter – Page 253

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...

Sports

Spikers get first GPAC win

Morningside’s volleyball squad picked up its first GPAC win of the season Tuesday (9.24), putting away DWU 3-0. The Mustangs are now 8-5. Next up for Morningside are three straight home matches: Doane (9.27), Concordia (9.28) and Briar Cliff (10.2).

News

ALD hosts early-year event

By Amber Burg–Alpha Lambda Delta members held a water balloon fight and grill out Sept. 13 to kick-off the year. ALD hosted the event with the help of some members from Phi Eta Sigma. The water balloon fight and grill out took place on Bass Field. Various members from both organizations and other students on…

News, Sports

Ryan gets 100th win against NWU, 48-10

Coach Steve Ryan’s No. 1-ranked Mustang football team knocked off visiting Nebraska Wesleyan 48-10. The win gave Ryan his 100th win in 12 seasons at Morningside. Wide receiver Kyle Schuck was named GPAC offensive player of the week. He had 12 receptions on the game, three of them for touchdowns, as M’side moved to 2-0…

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Safety Suit tour comes to M’Side

By Hannah Hecht–Pop/rock band SafetySuit will be featured at MAC’s big October concert. The concert will be Friday, Oct. 25, at 8 p.m. in the newly renovated Eppley Auditorium. SafetySuit is an American pop band best known for its single “Stay” which made it to the top of the VH1 Top 20 Countdown in 2008….

Arts & Entertainment

Presenting: Little Red Riding Hood

By Hannah Hecht–Do you need a study break? Something light and fun to rest your tired brain? Look no further than the Morningside College Department of Theatre and Dance’s musical production of the children’s play “Little Red Riding Hood,” which will take place at 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 21 and at 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept….