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...

3rd Annual Trashion Show
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3rd Annual Trashion Show

By Sarah Davy ~ On the afternoon of April 23rd, Morningside College held their third annual “Trashion Show” at the Buhler Outdoor Performance Center. The event was sponsored by the Morningside College Committee on Environmental Sustainability and T.O.E.S. (Totally On Earth’s Side). This event was held in celebration of Earth Month. Lydia Bielien and Charles…

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Public Relations Class Helps Non-Profits

By Claire DeRoin ~ Homework assignments are usually seen by the student doing the homework and the professor grading the homework. In Dave Madsen’s Public Relations class, however, the hope is that many more people get to see what students have been working on. In the service learning class, student groups teamed up with local…

Editorials

Professors beware – Facebookers ahead

By Claire DeRoin ~ With end of the semester evaluations coming up for professors and instructors, I can’t help but worry for Morningside faculty. Students in the majority of my classes spend their time not listening to lectures, but browsing Facebook. I’ve looked around during class and found that I was the only person genuinely…

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Rash of break-ins on campus

By Claire DeRoin ~ Freshman Katie Copple wasn’t happy to see that the back window of her vehicle had been shattered. In addition, there were scratches in the paint around the keyhole. Her car, parked in the pool lot, was one of the many cars involved in a recent rash of vandalism and break-ins on…

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The circus is coming to town!

By Brittany Conolly ~ The Shrine Circus is making its annual debut April 17, 2012, at the Tyson Event Center. The circus is performing until Sunday, April 22. There are different circus times throughout the day and evening. The ticket prices are $10, $14, and $17. The range of prices is due to different seating…

Theater to present Rumplestiltskin
Arts & Entertainment

Theater to present Rumplestiltskin

By Tasha Drey – Are you looking for a bit of silly entertainment as the semester comes to and end? Morningside College Theater will be presenting the children’s musical Rumpelstiltskin Saturday April 21 at 7 pm and Sunday April 22 at 2 pm. This charming fairytale tells the story of Rumpelstiltskin, an unusual little man, who helps…

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