The Collegian Reporter – Page 36

Morningside People, News / March 31, 2025 Morningside Celebrates Women of Excellence

By Jaden Carney – On Friday, March 28, 2025, four members of the Morningside University community attended the 40th anniversary of the Siouxland Women’s Aware, Women of Excellence. The Mustangs in attendance were Dr. Leslie Werden, Chair of the Humanities Department; Melissa Nelson, Externship and Internship Coordinator for the Applied Ag and Food Studies Program;...

Arts & Entertainment / March 28, 2025 Faiyaz provides a calming diversion

by Gustavo dos Santos — Larger Than Life by Brent Faiyaz presents a smooth, immersive experience that is ideal for his personal style. Faiyaz, who is well-known for his captivating and reflective lyrics, goes deeper into his typical relaxed vibe to create an album that feels both private and wide. Each song expands time and permits reflection,...

Arts & Entertainment / March 28, 2025 CHROMAKOPIA is a deep dive

by Maron Marcel Guimaraes — Tyler, The Creator’s CHROMAKOPIA album is a 14-track album packed with genre-bending production, interesting lyrics, and Tyler’s signature different flair, offering an immersive listening experience. Right from the jump, CHROMAKOPIA feels like a dive into Tyler’s mind. The opening track, St. Chroma, featuring Daniel Caesar, sets the tone with a...

Morningside People, News / March 25, 2025 How Music Forms the Movie Experience

By Katie Miller – Morningside will host “Experiencing Music in Film” as part of its ongoing Humanities Speaker Series. This discussion will explore the relationship between music and film and how it is used to influence cinematic experiences. This event will take place today, March 25, at 7 p.m. in Weikert Auditorium and will be...

Arts & Entertainment / March 21, 2025 A Rock Sails By is ‘out of this world’

by Gabriel Ruiz — Simultaneously out of this world and profoundly grounded, Sean Grennan’s A Rock Sails By takes audiences on an existential expedition to explore the unknown, the unspoken, and the unidentified. Directed by Russell Wooley, A Rock Sails By follows dry–witted Dr. Lynn Cummings (portrayed by Diana Wooley), a renowned professor and astrophysicist who has the ability...

Arts & Entertainment / March 21, 2025 Morningside Welcomes Young Jazz Musicians

By Thomas Godtland – On March 21 Morningside will host a vibrant fusion of youthful energy and musical talent as middle school students from the surrounding area gather in Eppley Memorial Auditorium. This event, held in the university’s state-of-the-art concert hall, will offer an exciting opportunity for students to experience live music while also gaining...

Sports / March 19, 2025 Men’s Basketball Season Ends in NAIA Second Round Loss

By Katie Miller – The men’s basketball team concluded its 2024-25 season with a second-round loss to Bethel (Ind.) in the NAIA Tournament held in Kansas City. The Mustangs finished with a record of 25-8, falling just one game short of advancing to the championship round. After a successful conclusion to their regular season and...

Arts & Entertainment

Debating the slap (you know which one)

by Caleb Lubbers–This year’s Academy Award show was action-packed. Literally. It all unfolded after Chris Rock, a comedian presenting an Oscar, made a joke at the expense of Jada Pinkett Smith’s lack of hair. Immediately after this, her husband, actor Will Smith, climbed on stage and slapped Rock before returning to his seat. Following the…

Sports

Successful Weekend for Men’s Golf

by Chloe Krommendyk–The Morningside Men’s golf team along with head coach Nick Wandersheid had a great tournament this past weekend in Crete, Nebraska for the Doane Spring Invitational. The men ended the two-day tournament with a 24-stroke lead over Hastings. The three players from England: Sam Storey, Xan Milligan, and Jonny Douglas led the Mustangs…

Sports

Women’s season ends 84–79

Despite a flawless first half and a furious second–half comeback attempt, the Mustangs’ season came to an end 84–79 in the NAIA National Championship Tournament quarterfinals. Senior Sierra Mitchell led all scorers with 27 points, including seven three pointers. Sophia Peppers tossed in 18 and Taylor Rodenburgh 11. The Mustangs finish with a 30–6 mark….

News

Dance team wins national title

by Chloe Krommendyk–The Morningside Dance Team was able to compete nationally in the 2022 NAIA Competitive Dance Championship in Ypsilanti, Michigan this past weekend at the George Gervin GameAbove Center. The team posted the highest score ever recorded in the NAIA Dance Championship, making them National champions for the school’s first time. The Mustangs’ winning…

Sports

Golfers enjoy simulation

by Chloe Krommendyk–The Morningside Golf Team is blessed this year to have received many large donations. One of those granted the team a brand new $30,000 simulator/launch monitor in the golf room. The team and coaches together were able to take out the old simulator and replace it with the brand new one at the…

Sports

Mustangs outlast Carroll; Next up Southeastern

The Mustangs took everything Carroll could throw at them. Down 10 points early in the second half, Morningside dialed up the defensive pressure, erased the deficit, and posted a 71-67 win over the Saints 71-67. Taylor Rodenburgh led the Mustangs with 23 points off the bench. Sierra Mitchell was also in double figures with 19….