MC Players Take a Bow From “Almost, Maine”
By Kelly Kennedy, Senior Writer The Manhattan College Players performed “Almost, Maine,” as the student slot this spring semester. The show premiered March 3, and performed four times over that weekend with the show closing on March 5. “Almost Maine” was produced entirely by students without any faculty help. The play was proposed by senior communication and political science student RJ Giannicci. “Almost, Maine” is … Continue reading MC Players Take a Bow From “Almost, Maine”
Manhattan College Rowing Kicks off the Spring Season
By Kelly Kennedy, Senior Writer The spring season has officially begun for the women’s rowing team. After their first meet, the team is eager to start the season. Their first competition was on March 25 at their home course in Overpeck, NJ against Iona, Skidmore and Stockton. According to Go Jaspers, “The Jaspers started their day competing in the 2V H2 event where they came … Continue reading Manhattan College Rowing Kicks off the Spring Season
Kudret Topyan Explains Bank Failure with Voice of America
By Zoe DeFazio, Web Editor Kudret Topyan, Department Chairperson of Economics & Finance knows a thing or two about the failures of banks in the United States. Topyan recently held an interview with Voice of America, a United States government broadcasting service that was aired on March 21. VOA describes Topyan’s discussion of economics as groundbreaking. “In the USA, the question of “Will the successive … Continue reading Kudret Topyan Explains Bank Failure with Voice of America
Eastern Economic Association hold 49th Annual Conference
By Maizy Swift, Asst. Production editor The Eastern Economic Association held its 49th Annual conference at the Sheraton in New York City, where they presented information on their current research from several studies they have been conducting. Christopher Machol, a senior at Manhattan College, was one of the presenters at the conference. Machol did his research on the Bronx River and its water quality. “I’ve … Continue reading Eastern Economic Association hold 49th Annual Conference
MC Players: Stay Tuned for Spring Musical 9-5
By Maizy Swift, Asst. Production editor This spring, MC Players is putting on 9-5, a feisty, fun and energetic Dolly Parton musical which will be shown April 21st-23rd in Smith Auditorium. The director of the musical, Will Erat, described the origins of the musical, and its main plot which includes women fighting sexism and misogyny within the workplace in a comedic way. “It comes from … Continue reading MC Players: Stay Tuned for Spring Musical 9-5
Jasper Dancers Celebrate Their Seniors Last Semester at Senior Game
By Maizy Swift, Asst. Production editor The Manhattan College Jasper Dance Team held their senior ceremony during the men’s basketball game against Saint Peters , where they celebrated the senior dancers as they near the end of their time on the team. This event was an important night for the senior girls, as many of them have worked hard on the team these past years … Continue reading Jasper Dancers Celebrate Their Seniors Last Semester at Senior Game
EAC: Expressing Student Concerns on Attendance, Grading and Workload
By Maizy Swift, Asst. Production Editor On Tuesday, Feb. 28th, the Educational Affairs Committee (EAC) held a meeting in De La Salle where Manhattan College students expressed their concerns, as well as suggestions of how to handle these issues in the future. The point of EAC is to give students the chance to be involved with policies that may be passed at Manhattan, so that … Continue reading EAC: Expressing Student Concerns on Attendance, Grading and Workload
Men and Women’s swim and dive teams finish up the MAACs with new school records
By Karen Flores, Arts and Entertainment editor The men’s and women’s swim and dive teams wrapped up the MAAC Championships in Buffalo on Feb. 11. The men’s team placed eighth and the women’s team placed ninth with students breaking several school records. According to GoJaspers, Abbey Mink started off the second day of the championship by finishing the 50-yard freestyle with a prelim time of … Continue reading Men and Women’s swim and dive teams finish up the MAACs with new school records
James Patterson scholarship aids recipients in their career pursuits
By Karen Flores, Arts and Entertainment editor James Patterson ‘69, bestselling author and philanthropist, awarded twenty Manhattan College $5,000 scholarships based on essay submissions highlighting their plans after graduation. This is the 11th consecutive year that Patterson has provided support to “10 juniors and 10 seniors who have demonstrated academic excellence and involvement in activities tied to the College’s Lasallian mission,” according to the Manhattan … Continue reading James Patterson scholarship aids recipients in their career pursuits