Lucas Bittigkoffer, a junior Mechanical Engineering major, traveled nearly 4,000 miles from home to attend school at Manhattan College. He chose MC primarily because of its location, where the lure of the city drew him to a place quite different than the one where he grew up. Lucas’ hometown is Bauschlott, a small village in the southern part of Germany, with a population of about 5,000 people. Because of … Continue reading Our Jasper Nation
BY: CARA LEDWIDGE Seminars typically involve a discussion by students led by a professor, but on Thursday afternoon, Dr. Meg Toth led the Dante’s Seminar with an audience of almost all professors. The Dante’s Seminar is a tradition within the School of Arts that involves a professor presenting on a topic that they have been researching and feel very strong about in hopes of hearing the opinions and seeking the … Continue reading Dr. Toth Sheds Light on Psychological Thriller, “Memento” at Dante’s Seminar
BY: MONICA HORAN Once a year, this day dedicated to love poses a challenge for people to avoid being cliché or cynical. For college students, there is an added challenge of achieving these feats on a budget. It actually is possible in New York City to celebrate this Valentine’s Day either with friends or with a significant other without breaking the bank. For Couples: Between dinner, movies, flowers … Continue reading Cheap Date: Valentine’s Day on a Budget
Who? Natalie Heinitz, Op/Ed and Production Editor Year: Sophomore Major/s: Communication, Broadcasting concentration Minor/s: Government Q: Who would you want with you if you were stranded on a deserted island (& why)? A: I would want my sister. She’s seen too many Lost, Survivor,and The Amazing Race episodes for me to not bring her! Q: Who is your favorite author/what is your favorite book? A: … Continue reading Quick Q&A with The Quad Staff
BY SEAN MCINTYRE SOCIAL MEDIA EDITOR A New Yorker’s biggest nightmare is the size of an apple seed: bedbugs. They are not able to jump or fly, but they can navigate quickly through residences. This semester a rumor circulated that these creatures were loose on the ninth floor of Horan Hall. “I can confirm that there are no cases of bed bugs on campus,” Andrew … Continue reading Despite Rumors, No Bedbugs in Horan
BY KYLEIGH PANETTA STAFF WRITER Not all of us can simply hit snooze when we have a snow day or delayed opening. For teachers, faculty and staff, snow days can make things very complicated. “Conversations usually take place the evening before, but final decisions are made at 5:00 a.m. and then subsequently throughout the day in the case of delays,” provost Dr. William Clyde said … Continue reading For Faculty and Staff, Snow Days are No Walk in the Park
Residents of Jasper Hall will be without smoke detectors for an indefinite period of time, according to vice president of facilities Andrew Ryan. Overlook Manor will also be without fire alarm panels indefinitely. “We would not have people in the building if there was an issue that [made it] not safe to be in there,” Ryan said. Signs were recently placed in Jasper Hall stating … Continue reading Jasper Hall, OV Without Functioning Fire Alarm Systems Indefinitely
At a very young age, children learn the beauty of daydreaming. Their fantasies help them understand the world that surrounds them. Imagining dragons flying in the sky, a prince saving his princess and an evil witch occupy their minds until they can continue their fantasies into their dreams. The Metropolitan Opera allows for adults to rediscover the beauty of daydreaming that may have been lost … Continue reading A Daydream Like World
It was a special day for Manhattan College as nearly 25 former members of the women’s basketball team were in attendance to see the Manhattan face Rider on Feb. 1. The team was coming off of a win against Siena on Jan. 30 and gained an early lead over Rider. The Jaspers couldn’t maintain the lead and lost 73-56. Manhattan (4-8 MAAC, 5-16) is now … Continue reading Manhattan Suffers Loss at Rider after Winning at Siena
