Jaspers Fall Against University of Albany, 72-68
Jayden Gonzalez, Photographer The Manhattan University men’s basketbal team faced defeat against the University of Albany on Nov. 5, 2026. Featuring Ognjen Stankovic (16), Quron Elliott (10) and Josiah Sabino (12). JAYDEN GONZALEZ / THE QUADRANGLE Continue reading Jaspers Fall Against University of Albany, 72-68
What It Means to be a Student-Athlete at Manhattan University
Picture of Draddy Gymnasium, fully packed.GOJASPERS.COM / COURTESY María Castaño, Arts & Entertainment Editor Manhattan University (MU) supports its student-athletes through resources such as the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) and its partnership with The Zone app, which promotes mental health and wellness. These initiatives help shape student-athletes’ development, involvement and overall athletic culture. Nicolette Caneda ’24 served as president of the SAAC 2024-25 executive committee … Continue reading What It Means to be a Student-Athlete at Manhattan University
A Legacy in Costume: How Brother Jasper Became the Face of MU
Brother Jasper was the first baseball coach at MU and introduced the famous “seventh inningstretch.”MANHATTAN.EDU/ COURTESY Leyla J. Mercado, Features Editor and Ass. Social Media Editor Manhattan University’s (MU) Brother Jasper, both the university’s mascot and a historical figure, has long served as a symbol of campus spirit. For more than a century, MU has maintained this historically rooted identity, with its mascot evolving from … Continue reading A Legacy in Costume: How Brother Jasper Became the Face of MU
The Arts at Heart: Creativity Inspires MU Students
Creativity is heavily appreciated at Manhattan University.MANHATTAN.EDU / COURTESY Erioluwa Akin-Salami, Staff Writer As artificial intelligence continues to advance, opportunities for creative expression remain important to students. Manhattan University (MU) students shared with The Quadrangle which courses they believe offer the greatest creative freedom and enhance their university experience. One such student is Camila Frias, a senior English major with minors in digital media art … Continue reading The Arts at Heart: Creativity Inspires MU Students
The Performing Arts Culture at MU
Maddie Napaver performing alongside MU Players in the Victorious Cabaret.@PLAYERSMU / INSTAGRAM Joshua Reichard, Asst. Arts & Entertainment Editor / Asst. Social Media Editor Manhattan University (MU) offers many opportunities for students to become involved in the performing arts, allowing them to create, connect and perform outside of the classroom. Groups like the MU Players, Scatterbomb and Constant Dopamine provide students with opportunities to explore … Continue reading The Performing Arts Culture at MU
Songs for the People, by the People: Manhattan University’s Music Defined by its Community
The Singers perform their traditional Lessons and Carols concert, signaling the Christmas season, every December.@SINGERSSMU / INSTAGRAM Barbara Vasquez, Editor-in-Chief Manhattan University (MU) is introduced to many people as an “engineering school,” but stepping onto campus shows that there is more to the university than its STEM reputation. The liveliness of the arts is felt everywhere around. The music of the university, however, can not … Continue reading Songs for the People, by the People: Manhattan University’s Music Defined by its Community
Santo: God is Dog Spelled Backwards
Santo acts as the CMSA “mascot,” drawing in visitors from across campus.@SANTOTHELAB / INSTAGRAM Reyna Orlova, Contributor Santo the dog has been with Manhattan University’s (MU) campus for just under a year now, but his impact on MU’s student body and faculty is clear. Santo is a black labrador retriever who lives with MU’s chaplains and can usually be found napping in Cornerstone, home of Campus … Continue reading Santo: God is Dog Spelled Backwards
The Quad: Manhattan University’s Center for Student Culture
The quad during the annual fall club fair.MANHATTANEDU / COURTESY Riley Kopceuch, Contributor In the very heart of Manhattan University’s (MU) campus sits the hub for daily student life; the quadrangle. Commonly referred to by students, alumni and faculty as the “quad,” the campus green is constantly hustling with activity. According to manhattan.edu, MU is home to 3,227 students, with its small size and tightly … Continue reading The Quad: Manhattan University’s Center for Student Culture
134 Years in the Making: MU’s Engineering Community
Walter J. Saukin, Ph.D., associate professor of civil andenvironmental engineering.@MANHATTANEDU / INSTAGRAM Sarah Rolka, Asst. Features Editor The School of Engineering at Manhattan University (MU) has built and solidified its culture in NYC over the last 134 years, starting in 1892. Just 39 years after the school’s founding in 1853, professors, students and alumni have since built a culture that upholds the legacy of the … Continue reading 134 Years in the Making: MU’s Engineering Community