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...

Education majors get experience with simSchool
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Education majors get experience with simSchool

by Kassidy Hart–Every semester, Morningside education students are assigned to classrooms around the Siouxland area to meet practicum requirements for their degree. But due to COVID regulations, practicum placements were cancelled last fall and are anticipated to be a barrier again this spring. To offer students the opportunity of fulfilling these requirements without falling behind…

Baby Queens and the Drag Scene
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Baby Queens and the Drag Scene

By Abby Koch-By day, Payton Buss makes subs at Goodcents in Lincoln, Nebraska. He enjoys having fun with friends and talking to his boyfriend in Germany, who he met when he spent some time living there. When he’s not building a ham on rye, he’s creating costumes for when he takes the stage for performances….

Mustangs Sweep Doane Doubleheader (Photos)
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Mustangs Sweep Doane Doubleheader (Photos)

Photos by Abby Koch– Senior night had Mustang men and women go up against the Doane Tigers on Feb. 6. Women’s basketball had a dominant 82-55 win over the Tigers. Senior Tayte Hansen led the Mustangs in scoring with 21 points and making five out of nine from outside the arc. The win makes it…

Morningside Women’s Soccer Going Into Unusual Spring Soccer Season
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Morningside Women’s Soccer Going Into Unusual Spring Soccer Season

by Emily Rotthaler–After finishing the regular Great Plains Athletic Conference (GPAC) fall season in second place, Morningside’s women’s soccer team is now going into an unusual spring season filled with playoffs and possibly the national tournament. The catch: nine seniors withdrew from the team after the fall semester. December graduates, nursing student duties in the…

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Aldi opens on Floyd Blvd.

by Ashley Duncan–Aldi, a high-quality grocery store with low prices, opened its doors in Sioux City January 15. Many people were excited to hear of its opening, especially international students on Morningside’s campus.  Rena Ketelsen, from Germany, and Emily Rotthaler, from Austria, expressed their excitement about the store. Emily, unable to contain herself, said, “They…

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AOII recognized as group

by Ashley Duncan–As many might not know, Greek life is present on Morningside’s campus. The sorority Alpha Omicron Pi, or AOII, has a chapter that lives in Dimmitt.  The chapter, Theta Chi, was first acknowledged as a fraternity in 1966 on Morningside’s campus because there were no sororities at the time. It is now considered…

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