AMY CARDOZA GUEST WRITER On Wednesday, Sept. 17, the Film Society hosted a screening of the Polish film “Ida” in Hayden 100. Although the film was entirely in Polish with English subtitles, it didn’t detract from the sheer beauty of the cinematography and the powerful script. The film chronicles an orphan, Ida, who grew up in a convent in 1960s Poland. Her quiet, routine life … Continue reading Film Review of “Ida”
Three years ago, a Manhattan College senior had a vision of bringing an Autism Speaks chapter to campus. Today, it is a thriving club with active members and a growing campus presence. “I thought it was important to shed light on autism and for our school to be a part of a cause that does so much good for people,” Becca Cook, the founder of … Continue reading Autism Speaks: Where It’s Going and Where It Has Been
This past week, East Hill Hall was renamed to Lee Hall, in honor of Thomas O’Malley’s mother, and some students aren’t particularly happy. O’Malley is, of course, an alum and benefactor that has made many donations to Manhattan College. Most notably the campus library is named after O’Malley and his wife, in honor of their donation to that project. After the building name was formally … Continue reading East Hill or Lee Hall, Does it Matter?
DANIEL MOLINA STAFF WRITER In an almost full Hayden Hall Auditorium, professor, poet and writer Jen McClanaghan kicked off the Major Authors Reading Series (MARS), presenting her last book, “River Legs” in front of students and teachers at Manhattan College. In a very charming and familiar way, McClanaghan read her favorite parts of her book and shared the anecdotes in which the poems are based. … Continue reading Poet Jen McClanaghan Kicks Off MARS Season
East Hill Hall was officially renamed Lee Hall with a dedication ceremony held on the evening of Sept. 18. The dedication was followed by a president’s dinner held in the new student commons for major donors to the college. Lee Hall is the first building on campus to be named after a woman, the mother of repeat donor and alumnus Thomas O’Malley. For more about … Continue reading Lee Hall Dedication Held For the Renaming of East Hill Hall (Photo Gallery)
Have you ever had an epiphany? A realization so immense that suddenly everything becomes simpler, yet fascinatingly more complicated, than you ever imagined? Well, I had one the other day and let me tell you, it was altogether scary, enlightening and clarifying of how essential our college years truly are. Throughout the beginning of my junior year, I’ve begun to realize that instead of moving … Continue reading Confessions of a Conflicted College Student
BY VICTORIA HERNANDEZ STAFF WRITER Wondering about the new international students on campus this year? Here is a sneak peek into their lives, how they feel about being away from home and their perspective towards our school so far. At Manhattan College, students’ homes range from 37 different countries, according to the school website. Debbi Damico, the International Student Advisor, said MC attracts these students … Continue reading The MC Melting Pot
Everywhere you look people are saying and posting the words “Never Forget.” But, what exactly does that mean? It is important to delve deeper into what the process of remembering entails and its significance today. Sept. 11, 2001 is a day that most Americans recall very vividly. Students remember being sent home from school early and watching the television for hours. Many adults remember calling … Continue reading What Does it Mean to “Never Forget”?
Students may jokingly ask themselves the question, “What’s the point?” in regards to their college education in the last few hours before a final exam, but Columbia University professor Dr. Andrew Delbanco gave serious thought to his answer of this question at the fifth annual Cardinal Newman Lecture on Sept. 9. Dean of the School of Arts Keith Brower introduced the Cardinal Newman Lecture, which … Continue reading Cardinal Newman Lecture Raises the Question: What Is College For?
