The Collegian Reporter – Page 263

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

Retirement Series: Shufro ready for next chapter

by Claire DeRoin— “The word ‘retirement’ isn’t in my vocabulary,” Joe Shufro, assistant professor of music, said. Two music stands stand back to back in the middle of Prof. Shufro’s office. A piece called “Chanson Triste” is open on one of them. A grand piano sits in one corner of the room and a choir…

Sports

Photo: National track and field qualifiers

Pictured are the members of the Morningside College track & field team that qualified for NAIA nationals. They start competing today, February 28 through Saturday, March 2. Front Row (L-R): Jen Petsche, Shelby Hall, Caitlin Casey, Hailee Heitkamp, Breanna Mathes, Mckenzie Reece, and Neeia Cooperwood. Back Row (L-R): Head Coach David Nash, Jay Welp,…

News

M’side Students Submit Ideas to Innovation Market

By Jescy Rodriguez–Last night, several students from Morningside College submitted Ideas to Sioux City Growth Organization’s Annual Innovation Market 2013. Sioux City Growth Organization (SCGO) is a local group of professionals, younger than 40, that encourage social networking and progressive, innovative ideas to help the future of Sioux City. This was the 3rd appearance of…

Sports

GPAC Champions

News

Voting results are in; Activity Fee to increase

By Claire DeRoin — According to an e-mail from Student Government, the results of its recent Constitutional Revision Voting that took place on February 20 and 21 are in. There were two issues on the ballot: whether or not a sixth executive, a Director of Communications, should be added to the Executive Council of Student Government; and whether…

Morningside People

Bowitz leaves his mark on Morningside

By Jescy Rodriguez–Current Professor and Chair of the Art Department John Bowitz has announced his resignation, effective at the end of this year. He began working at Morningside College in 1977. Bowitz was formerly the Chair of the Division of Fine Arts at Ottumwa Heights College. After 35 years of service to Morningside College, Bowitz…