News / September 9, 2026 Mustang Football Kicks off Season Against Top GPAC Rivals

By Cameron Hamilton – Football season is in full swing, but this year is different from most: the Mustangs not only opened the season with Benedictine, who was ranked #3 at the time, but also with local rivals the Northwestern Red Raiders (week 1) and the Dordt Defenders (week 3). These early games can decide...

News / September 3, 2026 Construction Near Elwood Olsen Stadium Brings Temporary Parking Changes to Campus

by Tayden VanPelt – Students and visitors returning to Morningside University this fall may notice construction and parking changes near Elwood Olsen Stadium. The construction is part of the Pulaski Drainage Improvement Project, which began in June and is expected to be completed by mid-September. Pulaski Park consists of 32 acres of recreational land made...

News / September 2, 2026 Meet Annette McNamara, Student Activities Coordinator on Campus

By Doreen Mshana – Morningside Activities Council (MAC) has a new face: Annette McNamara, the new student activities coordinator. Originally from Ackley, Iowa, McNamara spent years living across the country, with stops in California, the Lake of the Ozarks, and Nashville. She spent five years traveling 80,000 miles in a converted school bus while running...

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)...

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Student directors show their skills

By Tasha Drey ~ The Morningside College Theater directing class presented one act plays Saturday, April 28, in the Klinger- Neal Theater. The class is taught by Bette Skewis Arnett and has 5 students. The class consists of both juniors and seniors. Each student chose a short One Act show in which they each casted and…

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Mustangs Clinch Second Place in GPAC Standings

By Andrew Schnebel ~The Morningside Mustangs baseball team took on Briar Cliff Saturday afternoon at Lewis and Clark Park. The cross-town rivalry was the second time the two teams met up. The Mustangs won the first meeting back in March. Morningside’s Storm Throne was outstanding in the first game, hurling a complete game three-hitter in…

The Palmer Symposium is a success
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The Palmer Symposium is a success

By Tasha Drey ~ The 9th annual Palmer Research Symposium was held Wednesday, April 18, on the Morningside College Campus. Over 200 students presented their research through a panel, speech, or poster presentation. The student presentation pieces ranged from every major on campus and were presented in the Yockey Room and Lincoln Center. Students, faculty,…

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Smile for the automated traffic cameras.

By Brittany Poss ~ According to the Department of Transportation website, drivers in Sioux City, Ankeny, Council Bluffs, Cedar Rapids, Muscatine, Davenport and the Des Moines area have been exposed to speed and red light cameras. Major Iowa cities, that accumulate millions of dollars each year from traffic camera violations, have begun weighing their options…

Keeping up with tech
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Keeping up with tech

By Kevin Green ~ All full time undergraduate students at Morningside are enrolled in the Notebook Computer Program. But what exactly does that entail? Aside from signing for their computers, many students lack interest in or knowledge of the program and never give it a second thought. Thankfully Dr. Marlene Jacobson, educational technologist here at…

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