Ella Miner is in charge of the costume department for the Grand View University theater. For Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”, they designed all 21 of the costumes. Costume parade...
Twist Sips is owned by Tiffany and Justin Simmons, and has been open since 2023. On their website, Twist Sips wrote, “Twist is a family-owned soda shop that serves up fun and flavorful drink combinations...
At its peak, Valley West Mall in West Des Moines had three anchor stores. Now, it’s down to just one. Shuttered vendors line the hallways as mall walkers pass through, and the future of the property...
Founded in 1979, the Des Moines botanical garden is more than just plants. It is a 12-acre facility that reveals moments of calm, color and life. Open to the public year-round, the garden features...
Lilly Berg of Escapology in Clive IA has been promoted to General Manager after the unfortunate leave of the previous GM. The transition has showcased Lilly's strong performance and importance of mental...
As Alex Piedras’ position has changed due to recent policy revisions, it has not affected his relentless work for students. With a passionate, never ending pursuit of assisting students with their...
Sophia Soulis, Senior Photographer
• December 11, 2025
Mia Allmon is a senior at Grand View University. She is a Psychology major but she takes art classes because she loves it. Even though she can't get an art minor, she still chooses to take art classes....
Sommer Walton prioritizes both her mental and physical health. She attends yoga almost every morning and ends almost ever day at the gym. She loves to paint, and the walls of her downtown Des Moines...
Stoyota Nguyen is a Grand View student who previously played for the women's volleyball team, fulfilling her dream of competing in collegiate volleyball. However, recent policy changes have required...
This photo essay of a Residence Assistant at Grand View University shows the story of an off-season baseball player that is also balancing his education here at Grand View University, as well as being...
The most victorious NAIA wrestling coach in history steps away from Grand View. Grant Henderson steps up from assistant coach to head coach with big shoes to fill. With grit and gratitude, Henderson...
This photojournalism essay follows Jordan, a multidisciplinary creative navigating the worlds of videography, photography, fashion design, and tagging. It explores the tension and pressure of juggling...
