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The Nation's Oldest Continuously Published Student Newspaper

The Simpsonian
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The Simpsonian
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KOI with their new members after Walk Night in 2023.

[Photo] Simpson’s fraternities celebrate Walk Night

by Makayla Paulsen, Staff Reporter
September 25, 2024
Hinkle and her friends from Winfield-Mount Union High School after a band concert

[Photo] Mollie Hinkle: From student to student advocate

by Maggie Fitzpatrick, Staff Reporter
April 17, 2024
College is the perfect time to hone in on leadership skills. First years Mya Whitaker and Rachel Garcia understand this as the presidents of Active Minds and Latinos Unidos.

[Photo] First Years in Leadership

by Kyrsten Rehberg, Staff Reporter
March 6, 2024
Frank Novak is the newest edition to The Simpsonian's editing staff.

[Photo] The Simpsonian acquires stud photographer, Frank Novak

by Caleb Geer and Maddie Hays
January 17, 2024
Clothing Swap Poster

[Photo] PRIDE’s 2nd annual gender-affirming clothing drive

by Kyrsten Rehberg, Staff Reporter
November 21, 2023
Professor Lisa Carponelli, Saturday evening news anchor for WHO 13.

[Photo] Back in front of the camera

by Brandon Zehr, Staff Reporter
November 1, 2023
Student Government is sitting on the money to get your club going and all you need to do is follow the appropriate steps.

[Photo] How to start a club

by Will Kopp, Staff Reporter
April 12, 2023
After a trip to Las Vegas, the shooting team came back to Indianola necks laden with medals.

[Photo] Shooting team dominates at nationals

by Taryn Bertini, Staff Reporter
March 29, 2023
Simpson College shared these photos on social media to celebrate International Women's Day.

[Photo] Celebrating Women’s History Month

by Kyle Werner, Feature Editor
March 29, 2023
With COVID-19 cancelling two consecutive campus days, most students have little experience with the event and its importance.

[Photo] Campus Day: The longstanding tradition

by Caleb Geer, Editor-in-Chief
March 29, 2023
Dr. Safin’s Ukraine home before and after the Russian invasion.

[Photo] Letter to the Editor: How Russian Propaganda Appears on Simpson’s Campus (Part 1)

by Dr. Safin, Special to the Simpsonian
March 22, 2023
The Education Club is always finding a way to give back to communities through educational purposes

[Photo] The Education Club strives to make a difference on and off campus.

by Kendra Campbell, Staff Reporter
March 22, 2023
This year's Pizza and Policy will take place on Tuesday, March 7 in Black Box from 5:30-7:30.

[Photo] Pizza, Policy & Putin

by Cash Lee, Staff Reporter
March 1, 2023
Several panelists discussed the crisis of homelessness in America and in Indianola on Feb. 23.

[Photo] The Culver Center: The Crisis of Homelessness in America

by Kyle Werner, Feature Editor
March 1, 2023
Cannabis reform club logo

[Photo] Cannabis reform club

by Noah Harkness, Staff Reporter
March 1, 2023
Mark Pleiss, director of the center of teaching and learning, has taken over the Center for Academic Resources (CARs) as interim Executive Director.

[Photo] Offsetting the loss of Landstrom

by Jo Lamb and Kyle Werner
March 1, 2023
Founding members of ACES Mollie Hinkle, Tempest Allred, Kenneth Norris, and Allie Tubbs. Some founders are no pictured.

[Photo] ACES looks to make changes

by Ariel Clark, Staff Reporter
February 22, 2023
Ilianna Murphy at the Iowa State Capital.

[Photo] Murphy takes over as sophomore class president

by Kyle Werner, Feature Editor
February 22, 2023
Jed Forman spent seven years as a professional dancer in New York, and now he’s bringing enlightenment and fun to campus.

[Photo] Unusual Path, Excellent Destination

by Ryan Magalhaes, Staff Reporter
February 15, 2023
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[Photo] Black History Month at Simpson

by Cash Lee, Staff Reporter
February 15, 2023
Through Nostrala's idea and awarded grants the exhibition was made possible.

[Photo] All Inclusivity Exhibition

by Ariel Clark, Staff Reporter
February 8, 2023
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[Photo] Class of 2023’s 100 days of senior

by Cash Lee, Staff Reporter
January 25, 2023
Corey Landstrom, courtesy of Simpson's website.

[Photo] What happened to Corey?

by Kyle Werner, Feature Editor
January 25, 2023
David Foshee is a visiting assistant professor in his first year at Simpson.

[Photo] Staff Spotlight: David Foshee

by Noah Harkness, Staff Reporter
January 18, 2023
Spencer Moon placed 10th at the NCAA Division III National Championship, earning the title of All-American.

[Photo] Spencer Moon, the All-American

by Taryn Bertini, Staff Reporter
December 7, 2022
Performances will take place Nov 18-20 at Simpson’s Blank Performing Arts Center in Pote Theater.

[Photo] Theater program presents “Little Women”

by Cash Lee, Staff Reporter
November 16, 2022
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[Photo] One Year with Thunder

by Jenna Prather, News Editor
September 28, 2022
Harnden is ready to work for his class and wants them all to have a great year.

[Photo] Zach Harnden: Freshmen Class President

by Caleb Geer & Kyle Werner
September 21, 2022
Carter-Smith sought out Simpson while looking for a position that allowed her to take on more responsibilities in regards to DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.) She started her position on May 2nd, 2022.

[Photo] Tish Carter-Smith: A new addition to the Simpson community

by Ariel Clark, Staff Reporter
September 21, 2022
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[Photo] Pancakes for philanthropy: Delta house of pancakes

by Riley Fletcher, Website Editor
April 20, 2022
The team worked hard to prepare for their competitions. Throughout the year, they practiced their pom and hip-hop routines at least once or twice every practice.

[Photo] Simpson dance team finds great success at Nationals

by Regan Freland, Staff Writer
April 20, 2022
Hall will walk across the stage in a few short weeks and graduate Magna Cum Laude. Her future plans are to go to dental school, ideally at the University of Iowa.

[Photo] Senior Spotlight: Olivia Hall – Hiatus to Magna Cum Laude

by Morgan Flynn, Sports Editor
April 20, 2022
Luke Sigler on vacation in Colorado.

[Photo] Remembering Luke

April 20, 2022
The Sigler family at Cole's wedding.

Luke's art hung in his bedroom. Luke was a photographer, a digital artist, an illustrator and a painter.

'Luke's Perspective' Drawn on pencil and paper by Luke Sigler.

Simpson College’s choir travelled around Iowa to showcase the student’s talents.

[Photo] The hills are alive with the sound of Simpson: choir travels around state to perform

by Jenna Prather, Staff Reporter
April 5, 2022
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[Photo] The voices behind M&M

by Shelby McCasland, Staff Reporter
March 30, 2022
Speech and Debate Seniors

[Photo] Speech and Debate successful in the Sunshine State

by Jenna Prather, Staff Reporter
March 23, 2022
The first performance of "Guys and Dolls" will be March 4 at 7:30 p.m.

[Photo] Simpson Productions prepares for ‘energetic’ performance of “Guys and Dolls”

by Jenna Prather, Staff Reporter
March 4, 2022
The Culver Center hosted its annual Pizza and Policy event on March 3.

[Photo] Pizza and Policy: Focusing on the Russia-Ukraine war

by Amelia Schafer, Editor-in-Chief
March 3, 2022
Senior Heidi Ekborg-Ott has been selected to serve as the George Washington Carver International Dialogues Intern for the World Food Prize Foundation.

[Photo] Heidi Ekborg-Ott selected for George Washington Carver internship

by Jenna Prather, Staff Reporter
March 2, 2022
This semester will be cheer coach Heather Hulen’s last with the Storm’s cheer team.

[Photo] Storm Cheer Adjusts to Hulen’s Resignation

by Regan Freland, Staff Reporter
February 23, 2022
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[Photo] Senior Spotlight: Taylor Thomas: Future Educator

by Katie Burns, ID Magazine Layout Editor
February 16, 2022
News Clash is one of several shows featured on KSTM, Simpson Student Media’s very own radio station.

[Photo] KSTM Spotlight: The voices behind NewsClash

by Bailey Earls, Layout Editor
February 9, 2022
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[Photo] Simpson students take the Disney College Program by storm

by Katie Burns, ID Magazine Layout Editor
February 9, 2022
Finch posing with Simpson attire after committing to continue playing volleyball with The Storm

[Photo] Division I prospect commits to Simpson

by Liv Allen, ID Magazine Editor-in-Chief
January 26, 2022
A football smashed into a sprinkler head in Barker Hall causing major flooding on the first floor.

[Photo] Football game causes flood in Barker Hall

by Paul Hyatt, Feature Editor
January 26, 2022
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[Photo] Simpson recognized for high voter registration

by Max Bertrand, Staff Writer
December 1, 2021
ISO is currently accepting donations for their trip to Mexico in Dec. 2021. The box is located in Kent.

[Photo] ISO is going to Mexico

by Jenna Prather, Staff Reporter
November 23, 2021
The mold issue discovered on campus has not only been an inconvenience as it has also been tied to Frank Cruz developing bronchitis.

[Photo] Moldgate: The Whole Picture

by Caleb Geer, Staff Writer
November 17, 2021
Simpson students enjoy exploring London and all it has to offer.

[Photo] Study abroad returns, allows students to study in London

by Alyssa Whitham, Advertising/Marketing Director
November 10, 2021
"The swimming and diving team is not only bringing new talent in the form of new swimmers, but in their head coach as well."

[Photo] Simpson swimming brings in new talent

by Isaac Parks, Website Editor
November 10, 2021
Thunder is Simpson College's newest mascot.

[Photo] Thunder the Elephant: more than a mascot

by Bailey Earls, Layout Editor
November 5, 2021
Simpson seniors Madeline Gude and Korie Torres both spent a month studying in Mexico this summer.

[Photo] Simpson seniors spend summer studying in Mexico

by Jenna Prather, Staff Reporter
October 27, 2021
Simpson Residence Life will not be holding their much-anticipated “Safe Block” event this year

[Photo] Safe Blocks of the Past

by Jenna Prather, Staff Reporter
October 27, 2021
The Simpson College Dance Team received their awards after winning virtual nationals this spring.

[Photo] Dance team celebrates at the first home football game after winning nationals this spring

by Sophie Reese, Video Editor
September 15, 2021
As one of the many senior athletes coming back for a fifth year, Idehen will have another season to show that hard work really does pay off.

[Photo] Enrique Idehen named A-R-C offensive player of the week

by Bailey Earls, Staff Reporter
April 14, 2021
The Goodwill Fashion Show has been a Simpson PRSSA staple since 2004.

[Photo] PRSSA Returns with the Goodwill Fashion Show

by Bailey Earls, Staff Reporter
April 14, 2021
The track list for new album features an array of artists such as Shawn Mendes and A$AP Rocky.

[Photo] Why we needed a new Brockhampton album to jolt us awake in 2021

by Cole Poots, Staff Reporter
April 7, 2021
Mckesson spoke to the Simpson community on March 31.

[Photo] Pod Save the People host speaks to Simpson about justice reform

by Paige O'Connor, Staff Reporter
March 31, 2021
Senior Taylor Williams is working to get the group up and running.

[Photo] Students take the proper steps towards the future of inclusion

by Corinne Thomas, Marketing and Advertising Director
March 31, 2021
Senior Katie Cardoza was one of many students to receive a vaccine this semester.

[Photo] A period of rebuilding prepares the Simpson Golf teams for their seasons

by Matthew Marquez, Staff Reporter
March 31, 2021
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[Photo] Senior Olivia Curtis aims to leave Simpson with an impact of kindness

by Ethan Humble, Staff Reporter
March 24, 2021
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[Photo] Authors of “Sexual Citizens” speak to Simpson and Drake students

by Paul Hyatt, Staff Reporter
March 24, 2021
Distracted driving statistics.

[Photo] In the blink of an eye

by Corinne Thomas, Marketing and Advertising Director
March 17, 2021
Professor Murphy Waggoner retires after 29 years in the Mathematics Department. Her replacement will be Marilyn Vazquez-Landrove.

[Photo] Waggoner’s retirement opens the door for a fresh face in Mathematics

by Alyssa Whitham, Staff Reporter
March 17, 2021
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[Photo] Kendall speaks on community over corporations

by Evan Burley, Staff Reporter
March 17, 2021
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[Photo] Senior Jack Strub almost ready for the curtain call

by Sophie Reese, Staff Reporter
March 17, 2021
Simpson’s 2019 Speech and Debate Team gathered for a team picture with their national tournament trophies.

[Photo] Program changes will not stop Simpson Speech & Debate

by Morgan Parrish, Staff Reporter
March 17, 2021
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[Photo] Senior Spotlight: Olivia Collins

March 10, 2021
The team worlds greatest pen comprised of Cam Liston, Brady Held and Carter Berkey trade their pen for a golf club.

[Photo] Management students turn a pen into much more

by Sophie Reese, Staff Reporter
March 10, 2021
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[Photo] Maple Tree Marketplace: Simpson’s very own marketing platform

by Natalie Tryon, Staff Reporter
February 24, 2021
Senior Spotlight_ Mac Roush

[Photo] Senior Spotlight: Maclaine Roush

by Morgan Parrish, Staff Reporter
February 24, 2021
Ariana Medici Senior Spotlight (Submitted)

[Photo] Senior Spotlight: Ariana Medici

by Colbee Cunningham, Staff Reporter
November 18, 2020
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[Photo] Simpson serves up new volleyball coach

by Ethan Humble, Staff Reporter
November 4, 2020
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[Photo] Veteran Spotlight: Cami Schmalz

by Bailey Earls, Special to the Simpsonian
November 4, 2020
Kylie Potratz poses with voting sticker.

[Photo] Simpson Students geared up and ready to vote

by Sophie Reese, Staff Reporter
November 4, 2020
Poster from the Mario Kart 8 tournament.

[Photo] Gamers clash for cash

by Matthew Marquez, Staff Reporter
October 14, 2020
CDC guidelines from Sept. describing new guidelines.

[Photo] Simpson loosens quarantine policy

by Jake Brend, Sports Editor
October 14, 2020
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[Photo] Matthew Simpson Lecture takes on hybrid form as in-person events resume

by Chase Thurston, Staff Reporter
October 7, 2020
Two minute shooting contest first and second place winners.

[Photo] Intramurals provide students with a recreational outlet

by Austin Bell, Staff Reporter
October 7, 2020
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