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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
Second year Ali Parkhurst

Ali Parkhurst, Editor-in-Chief

(she/her) Ali Parkhurst is a sophomore at Wartburg College majoring in sports media, public relations and graphic design. This is Parkhurst’s second year on The Wartburg Trumpet staff, and her first year as the Editor-in-Chief. Parkhurst enjoys writing features and sports photography. Outside of The Wartburg Trumpet, Parkhurst is a Knight Vision News anchor and is a Peer Mentor. In her free time, Parkhurst enjoys crafting and spending time with her roommates!

All content by Ali Parkhurst
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 

Ali Parkhurst, Editor-in-Chief
April 17, 2026

In the 2018-19 season, following a win against Central College on April 28, the Wartburg Women’s Tennis team made program history by earning their 18th win of the season. For the next seven years,...

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

Ali Parkhurst, Editor-in-Chief
April 7, 2026

On Wednesday, April 1, the Wartburg Softball team hosted the No. 12 Simpson Storm in a double-header to begin the Knights’ American Rivers Conference play. Going into the game, the Knights held...

Senior Alexis Larson sits behind home plate, waiting for a pitch from her teammate.

Senior Alexis Larson sits behind home plate, waiting for a pitch from her teammate.

Junior Addy Wells tags out a Simpson player at third base after the throw was relayed from right field, earning the final out of the inning.

Junior Addy Wells tags out a Simpson player at third base after the throw was relayed from right field, earning the final out of the inning.

Junior Carley Bredar leads off third base to make her way to home plate, earning a run for the Knights.

Junior Carley Bredar leads off third base to make her way to home plate, earning a run for the Knights.

Head Coach Jamie Mueller high fives senior Jenna Wiebenga after making it safely to third base.

Head Coach Jamie Mueller high fives senior Jenna Wiebenga after making it safely to third base.

Freshman pitcher Hannah Hoefer throws a pitch to the plate during the first game of the night.

Freshman pitcher Hannah Hoefer throws a pitch to the plate during the first game of the night.

Senior Rewa Chababo gets ready to wrestle Katja Osteen in her final match of the tournament.

Rewa Chababo: Leaving a Mark

Ali Parkhurst, Editor-in-Chief
March 26, 2026

Rewa Chababo, a fourth-year senior on the Wartburg Women’s Wrestling team, has just made history as the first top three finisher at the NCAA Women’s Wrestling Championship Tournament in Wartburg Women’s...

Kylie Rule wrestles Ruby Julien-Newsom of King University during her first match of day two.

Wartburg Women’s Wrestling: Making History

Ali Parkhurst, Editor-in-Chief
March 12, 2026

Following the Region V (five) Qualifying Tournament on Feb. 20 and 21, the Wartburg Women’s Wrestling team traveled to Xtreme Arena in Coralville, Iowa for seven wrestlers to compete in the inaugural...

Head Coach Brady Kyner coaches Kylie Rule from the sidelines of her match.

Head Coach Brady Kyner coaches Kylie Rule from the sidelines of her match.

Freshman Gable Hemann begins her first match on day two of the Women's National Championship tournament.

Freshman Gable Hemann begins her first match on day two of the Women's National Championship tournament.

Freshman Gable Hemann wrestles her Adrian college opponent during her first match of day two.

Freshman Gable Hemann wrestles her Adrian college opponent during her first match of day two.

Assistant Coaches Gunner Wolfensperger and Sami Lusk cheer on Kylie Rule from the sidelines of her match.

Assistant Coaches Gunner Wolfensperger and Sami Lusk cheer on Kylie Rule from the sidelines of her match.

Kylie Rule defeats Ruby Julien-Newsom of King University on day two of the Women's National Championship tournament.

Kylie Rule defeats Ruby Julien-Newsom of King University on day two of the Women's National Championship tournament.

Kylie Rule's teammates cheer her on as she defeats her King University opponent.

Kylie Rule's teammates cheer her on as she defeats her King University opponent.

After defeating Katja Osteen from the University of Iowa, senior Rewa Chababo celebrates her third place finish with Head Coach Brady Kyner

After defeating Katja Osteen from the University of Iowa, senior Rewa Chababo celebrates her third place finish with Head Coach Brady Kyner

Senior Rewa Chababo jumps into the student section to celebrate her third place win with her teammates.

Senior Rewa Chababo jumps into the student section to celebrate her third place win with her teammates.

Junior Lauren Golinghorst looks to pass the ball to a teammate against the Luther defense.

Junior Lauren Golinghorst looks to pass the ball to a teammate against the Luther defense.

Junior Corrie Harrison fights against the Norse defense to attempt to score for the Knights.

Junior Corrie Harrison fights against the Norse defense to attempt to score for the Knights.

Assistant Coach Kelley Jacobs watches the game from the sidelines.

Assistant Coach Kelley Jacobs watches the game from the sidelines.

Junior Lauren Golinghorst shoots a free throw during the game against Luther College.

Junior Lauren Golinghorst shoots a free throw during the game against Luther College.

Head Coach Bob Amsberry discusses with his athletes during a timeout.

Head Coach Bob Amsberry discusses with his athletes during a timeout.

During the tipoff, junior Corrie Harrison jumps for the ball.

During the tipoff, junior Corrie Harrison jumps for the ball.

Wartburg Dance team members performing their pom routine.

Wartburg Dance team members performing their pom routine.

Sir Victor dancing alongside Wartburg cheer and dance members.

Sir Victor dancing alongside Wartburg cheer and dance members.

Wartburg Cheer team member's looking off to the side during the game day routine.

Wartburg Cheer team member's looking off to the side during the game day routine.

The Wartburg Cheer team performing a stunt with sir victor dancing.

The Wartburg Cheer team performing a stunt with sir victor dancing.

Wartburg Cheer team members pumped up about their game day performance.

Wartburg Cheer team members pumped up about their game day performance.

Wartburg Dance members performing during their hip-hop routine.

Wartburg Dance members performing during their hip-hop routine.

The Wartburg dance team's hip-hop performance.

The Wartburg dance team's hip-hop performance.

New Year, Same Editor

New Year, Same Editor

Ali Parkhurst
January 14, 2026

Your Wartburg Trumpet editors, photo by Karma Goodson As the second semester of my first year as The Wartburg Trumpet Editor-in-Chief kicks off, I have had plenty of time to reflect on...

Senior football captains walk to the center of the field for the coin flip before the kickoff of the game.

Senior football captains walk to the center of the field for the coin flip before the kickoff of the game.

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UPDATED: W Pool Updates

Ali Parkhurst
October 15, 2025

Photo of the W pool courtesy of the Wartburg College website On Monday, Oct. 13, The Ohle Wartburg-Waverly Sports & Wellness Center (The W) sent an email to the Wartburg College community stating...

Fourth-year Jobey Olson during the Ritterchor performance of Man or Muppet

Kastle Kapers Photos

Ali Parkhurst
October 13, 2025

Fourth-year Jobey Olson during the Ritterchor performance of Man or Muppet.   Kastle Kapers, a homecoming tradition at Wartburg College, had their 2025 performance on Friday, Oct. 10 at 8:30...

Landon Jepson announces the next performance during a Kastle Kapers dress rehersal.

Curtains Up for Kastle Kapers

Ali Parkhurst
October 10, 2025

Each year during Homecoming week, various musical groups and organizations look forward to the Kastle Kapers performance. This year, the performance takes place today, Friday Oct. 10. in Neumann Auditorium.   With...

Sir Victor, accompanied by various orientation staff leaders dance on the stage as students gather on the lawn to kick off Outfly.

Camp Outfly 2025

Ali Parkhurst
September 25, 2025

Bright and early on the morning of Sept. 25, the students of Wartburg College were woken up with the sounds of the Wartburg drumline and the Wartburg Orientation Staff running through the halls. For...

Third-year Sara Nelson joins the pep band in playing 'Sweet Caronline' as students gather on the lawn for Outfly festivities.

Third-year Sara Nelson joins the pep band in playing 'Sweet Caronline' as students gather on the lawn for Outfly festivities.

Letter From The Editor-in-Chief

Letter From The Editor-in-Chief

Ali Parkhurst
September 18, 2025

My love for writing began when I was in elementary school, where making up stories was my favorite pastime, and ‘essays’ were only written about how much I loved my mom. I like to believe that I have...

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