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The Wartburg Trumpet

The Wartburg Trumpet

Student Newspaper of Wartburg College
A Wartburg student is planning his next move to try and win the game.
ETK Hosts Highly Anticipated Casino Night
Wartburg College student holding up signage during the campus protest on April 7.
Student Action: Everyone is Welcome on Wartburg Campus
TriByKnight participant crosses the finish line on the track of the Walston Hoover Stadium.
Swim, Bike, Run: TriByKnight Returns to Wartburg May 2
A look at the stacks in the Vogel Library, where thousands of materials are available to check out
Obscenity in Libraries
Arensdorf directs the Wind Ensemble and the Concert Band at their February concert.
Another Baton to the Podium: New Interim Director of Bands at Wartburg
Junior Jake Walker (right) prepares to run into Walston-Hoover Stadium with the Wartburg Football team for the 2026 homecoming game.
What it Takes to be a Collegiate Multisport Athlete
Wartburg Women's Tennis team and coaching staff pose with signs displaying 'Most Team Wins '25-26' to celebrate breaking the record for most wins in one season.
Women’s Tennis: Record Clinched 
Wartburg officially announces Christian Coridon as the new Head Men’s Soccer Coach, ushering in a new era for the Knights and the future of the program.
Coridon Takes Over Wartburg Men’s Soccer, Sets Focus on Culture and Consistency
The Wartburg Esports head coach John Fischer monitors a Rocket League match on Nov. 9, 2026.
The Preparation for Esports is More Than Meets the Eye
Senior Ally Happ leaves the circle during the starting lineup before the first game of the double-header night.
Knights Shock the Storm in Conference Opener
The official event lineup for Culture Week: One World, Many Stories. Photo: @iclubwc on Instagram
Celebrating Cultures, Sharing Stories: Culture Week Set for March 23-28
Behind the scenes look at Neumann Crew during Christmas with Wartburg. Photo courtesy of the Christmas with Wartburg Facebook page.
Behind the Curtain of Christmas with Wartburg: Neumann Crew  
Christmas with Wartburg shares Everlasting Light
Christmas with Wartburg shares Everlasting Light
Logo from Wartburg letters of love Instagram or Abi Peyman.
Letters of Love Starts at Wartburg
Paint markers, colored pencils, coloring pages, totes and other materials scatter the table in the K-Statt while students decorate tote bags provided by EARTH Club.
Paint and Chill with EARTH Club 
Junior Jake Walker (right) prepares to run into Walston-Hoover Stadium with the Wartburg Football team for the 2026 homecoming game.
What it Takes to be a Collegiate Multisport Athlete
Wartburg Women's Tennis team and coaching staff pose with signs displaying 'Most Team Wins '25-26' to celebrate breaking the record for most wins in one season.
Women’s Tennis: Record Clinched 
Hailee Bossard poses for a picture at her desk in her office in the W.
Maintenance at Wartburg
Wartburg college students.
Peer Mentors at Wartburg
Sir Victor and student on move-in day.
The Knight’s Journey: A Brief History of Sir Victor
Medellin, Colombia and surrounding displaced communities.
To Insist, Persist and Never Stop Fighting for Justice: Community in Colombia
New Year, Same Editor
New Year, Same Editor
Letter from the Sports Editor
Letter from the Sports Editor
Letter from the Assistant Editor
Letter from the Assistant Editor
Letter From The Editor-in-Chief
Letter From The Editor-in-Chief
Finding Your Community in Campus Involvement: Lauren's Guide to Student Organizations and Involvements
Finding Your Community in Campus Involvement: Lauren’s Guide to Student Organizations and Involvements
Lauren's Lifestyle: Mental Health and Navigating the College Transition
Lauren’s Lifestyle: Mental Health and Navigating the College Transition
Dr. Helgevold's staff photo
Ethics and Consent with Dr. Helgevold
Dr. Szarejko in His Office
International Relations and Comic Books with Dr. Szarejko 
Chaplain and Dean of Spiritual Life, Maggie Garberg Falenschek, and Ryan DeBoer, Assistant Program Director of Spiritual Life and Campus Ministry.
A New Face In The Spiritual Life And Campus Ministry Team: Ryan DeBoer
Junior Jillian Panther prepares a pitch during a scrimmage in October 2025.
Wartburg Athletics: A Week in the Sunshine State
Kylie Rule wrestles Ruby Julien-Newsom of King University during her first match of day two.
Wartburg Women’s Wrestling: Making History
Wartburg Cheer team members performing their game day routine.
Wartburg Cheer and Dance Earn Top Finishes at Conference Competition
The prayer room by the Mensa
Ramadan at Wartburg
Student Newspaper of Wartburg College

The Wartburg Trumpet

The Wartburg Trumpet
Student Newspaper of Wartburg College

The Wartburg Trumpet

The Wartburg Trumpet
Third year Addy Wells

Addy Wells, Sports Editor

(she/her) Addy Wells is a third year at Wartburg College and is majoring in exercise science with minors in sports media and coaching. This is her first year on The Wartburg Trumpet staff and her first year as the Sports Editor. Wells enjoys covering the Wartburg Knights athletes and teams. Outside of The Wartburg Trumpet, Wells is on the Wartburg Softball team, an Admissions Ambassador and Peer Mentor. In her free time, Wells enjoys lifting, reading and listening to music.

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Carter Bornemeier (middle) keeps track of statistics during a Wartburg Men's Basketball game on Nov. 14, 2025.

Carter Bornemeier (middle) keeps track of statistics during a Wartburg Men's Basketball game on Nov. 14, 2025.

Junior Ethan Yungtum stands around the paint while waiting for his teammate to shoot free throws against Buena Vista University on Jan. 14.

The Multifaceted Threat: Ethan Yungtum

Addy Wells, Sports Editor
February 5, 2026

The Wartburg Men’s Basketball team has set a competitive tone throughout the first half of American Rivers Conference (A-R-C) play. With a 12-9 overall record and a 4-8 A-R-C record, the Knights...

After scoring a goal against Illinois College, Dustin Mohler and Collin Brandt fist bump to celebrate.

After scoring a goal against Illinois College, Dustin Mohler and Collin Brandt fist bump to celebrate.

The Wartburg Esports equipment, relocated to the Lyceum for the weekend, illuminates the competition space.

The Wartburg Esports equipment, relocated to the Lyceum for the weekend, illuminates the competition space.

John Fischer, the Wartburg Esports head coach, watches his players battle out a win in their first local area network tournament.

John Fischer, the Wartburg Esports head coach, watches his players battle out a win in their first local area network tournament.

The Wartburg Knights logo on the PC glows.

The Wartburg Knights logo on the PC glows.

The Wartburg Rocket League team faces off against Illinois College.

The Wartburg Rocket League team faces off against Illinois College.

Rocket League action in the Lyceum continues as Wartburg College plays against Cornell College.

Rocket League action in the Lyceum continues as Wartburg College plays against Cornell College.

Sophomore Evan Richardson races toward the ball on his monitor.

Sophomore Evan Richardson races toward the ball on his monitor.

Senior captain Collin Brandt focuses on his monitor during their semifinal match.

Senior captain Collin Brandt focuses on his monitor during their semifinal match.

Wartburg College and Cornell College compete on the Lyceum stage in the semifinals.

Wartburg College and Cornell College compete on the Lyceum stage in the semifinals.

Paint markers, colored pencils, coloring pages, totes and other materials scatter the table in the K-Statt while students decorate tote bags provided by EARTH Club.

Paint and Chill with EARTH Club 

Addy Wells
November 5, 2025

Paint markers, colored pencils, coloring pages, totes and other materials scatter the table in the K-Statt while students decorate tote bags provided by EARTH Club. Photos by...

Sophomore Anna Sash swings for a kill against Augsburg University on Sept. 27. Photo courtesy of Julie Drewes, Marketing and Communication.

Anna Sash: A Powerhouse on the Court

Addy Wells
October 13, 2025

Sophomore Anna Sash swings for a kill against Augsburg University on Sept. 27. Photo courtesy of Julie Drewes, Marketing and Communication. Leading the American Rivers Conference (A-R-C) and currently...

Letter from the Sports Editor

Letter from the Sports Editor

Addy Wells
September 24, 2025

I was only nine years old when I stepped onto a softball field for the first time. Softball immediately lit a spark in me that has only burned stronger and brighter as I’ve grown older.   In...

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