The Collegian Reporter – Page 270

News / April 20, 2026 Under the Radar: Morningside University’s Overlooked Teams

By Gabe Schreck – When people think of college athletics, sports like football, basketball, and volleyball often dominate the conversation. At Morningside University, however, some of the most dedicated athletes and successful teams often fly under the radar. Sports like bowling, golf, swimming, cheer, and e-sports may not always fill bleachers or make headlines, but...

Campus Life, News, Photo, Sports / April 15, 2026 From Risk to Reward: Mustangs Crowned National Champions in Historic NCA Debut

By Jesus Flores Just months ago, the Morningside University cheer team made a choice that many considered a gamble: leaving the comfort of the NAIA to compete on the biggest stage in cheerleading. This past weekend, that gamble gained them a national title. The Mustangs are officially the NCA National Champions for the Intermediate Small...

News / March 28, 2026 Who Really Deserved the Oscar? Morningside Students Sound Off

By 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...

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

By Gabriel Ruiz — 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...

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...

Editorials

Breaking up isn’t so hard to do

By Kara Bentz — Ending a non-marital relationship can be one of the most agonizing tasks people endure because hurting someone is never easy. In an ideal world relationships would end with a polite handshake and a friendly “Best wishes to you,” but this is not an ideal world. Many relationships end with heartache, unanswered questions,…

Editorials

Extra curricular activities shouldn’t outshine academics

By Claire DeRoin– What are you looking to gain from your four (or more) years at Morningside? Good memories of fun nights in the dorms? A winning sports season? Long-lasting friendships? The freshman fifteen from that delicious Sodexo food? Those things are all good and well, but they aren’t what college is all about. The…

Editorials, Features

The challenges of doing research

By Gustav Hollnagel– Doing hands-on research on campus has become more and important and encouraged by the college and by faculty. The biology, physics, and psychology departments now have requirements either in classes or senior theses to immerse one’s self into research. I have been doing quite a bit of research work myself, and it’s…

News

‘Mustang madness’ for finals week.

By Claire DeRoin–With their win on Saturday, the Mustang football team will travel to Rome, GA, to play in the NAIA finals on Thursday, December 13, at 5:30. This poses a dilemma for some athletes and student fans: to travel across the country to watch the game, or to stay and study for their finals…

Arts & Entertainment, Editorials

Christmas at Morningside a success

By Paige Potter–On Friday night, the 17 annual Christmas at Morningside took place in Eppley Auditorium. With a house full, the show started at 7:30 p.m. Steve Lundberg, professor in the music department, welcomed everyone to the show and had a few reminders for the crowd. The show began with the band and choir doing a…

Sports

Goin’ to Rome; Mustangs pound SXU

The Mustangs punched their ticket to Rome, Georgia, and the finals of the 2012 NAIA Football Championship Series. Morningside, 13-0, pounded St. Xavier University 47-19 in the semifinals. They’ll now face Marian University in the Dec. 13 final.