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

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

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...

Sioux City’s Disney On Ice
Arts & Entertainment

Sioux City’s Disney On Ice

Jadyn Steffen- Sioux City’s very own Tyson Event Center hosted Disney on Ice this past weekend for the first time in 10 years! This event took place from the 17th- 20th and each night audience members filled nearly every seat with so much excitement for the performance to come.  This year’s theme was Disney on…

Mustangs end regular season with split
Sports

Mustangs end regular season with split

by Bryce Griffin–The 2021-22 GPAC basketball regular season came to a close Saturday with Senior Night, and visiting Midland splitting a pair of contests with the Mustangs. The Morningside Mustangs Men’s Basketball team capped off their regular season with a 79-75 loss to the Midland Warriors at the Rosen Van Dorn Sports Center and Allee…

Highlights of KCAC swimming championship
Sports

Highlights of KCAC swimming championship

by Payton Miller–The Morningside Men’s and Women’s swim teams took to the Midland University pool this past week to compete in their final meet of the season before Nationals. Day one started with a bang in the men’s 200 freestyle relay led by JR Albers, Caleb Thompson, James Camp, and finished up with Joseph Ciriacio…

Safety starts with YOU!
News

Safety starts with YOU!

by Chloe Krommendyk–Starting the school year last August there were many reports immediately after students arrived on the campus of cars being broken into and things being stolen. Not too long after that, there were also reports of students being approached by a community member asking personal questions. Senior Ashley Duncan even reported that at…

60 percent of you is water; Drink up
Features

60 percent of you is water; Drink up

by Chloe Pieper–Daily water consumption can be a difficult task for Morningside students to accomplish. It is even more difficult for Morningside athletes. Some students replace water intake with energy drinks, pop, or food. Although some foods can be a part of daily water intake, science suggests it is better for athletes to actually consume…

Hyper-fixation locks you in
Features

Hyper-fixation locks you in

by Chloe Pieper–Hyper-fixation, or hyperfocus, is when a person shows an unusual or excessive interest in one idea or subject. This is a condition that causes someone to be completely submerged in their actions and they forget that they are doing something. An example of this is when you are doing homework for hours and…

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