Forget the artsy posters and pictures; the new must-have dorm room accessory is food. And not just the typical ramen noodles and potato chips, although those are still an effective way for students to curb both hunger and avoid campus dining, but also more sophisticated snacks and even meals. “For me, keeping snacks in the room is vital for keeping up energy in between classes,” … Continue reading What’s In Your Fridge?
BY DANIEL MOLINA AND CATHERINE GOODYEAR Most of Manhattan College’s students swipe into Locke’s Loft, fill up a plate and sit down to eat without thinking twice that the trays will be full the next time they return. Feeding 2,043 people a day is not an easy task. Assuming every person eats three times a day (sometimes more with unlimited meal swipes for most residents) … Continue reading Logistics of Locke’s
By Jess Quinn, Staff Writer While some college students are stuck with what is served in the dining hall, Manhattan College’s location gives students plenty of choice for off-campus dining. Although there is a wide array of delis, diners and pizzerias around campus, students tend to be loyal customers and stick to their favorite businesses. Some of the nearby delis include Best Deli and Grill, the New Riverdale Gourmet Deli … Continue reading With Many Options Nearby, Off-Campus Dining Proves Popular Choice For Students
Pizza, egg and cheese sandwiches and nearly anything deep-fried are, for better or worse, among the staple foods relied on by college students. Cheap, tasty and available both on and off-campus, it’s hard to stay at Manhattan College for long without indulging in these time-tested collegiate treats. But for students with dietary restrictions due to their religious beliefs, dining at Manhattan College is a markedly … Continue reading Soul Food: How Muslim Students at MC Balance Food and Faith
Nine of the top ten warmest years in NASA’s 134 year record of average global temperature have occurred in the past fifteen years. The EPA says global sea levels have risen by about six inches in the past 100 years, and the United Nations estimates that the global population will top 9 billion by 2050. The product of these factors poses an unprecedented and unique … Continue reading Twenty-First Century Poses Global Food Supply Challenges
With the MAAC regular season coming to an end, the teams with the best records are Monmouth University — clinched regular season title(1), Rider, Iona College and Marist. Two takeaways from those four is Monmouth, who are the defending conference champions, and Quinnipiac not seeding at the top. The former is self-explanatory, as for the latter, the simple reason is that Cesar Markovic, Siena head … Continue reading Final Third On The MAAC Pitch: Seeding Out Personal Goals
Game Summary It was an early-season heavyweight contest Saturday in Draddy Gymnasium, as the second place Manhattan Jaspers (10-9, 4-2 MAAC) faced off against the first place Rider Broncs (12-9, 7-0 MAAC). The match lived up to its billing, going five sets, and being closely contested all throughout. The first four sets were split between the teams, with Manhattan taking the first set 25-16, Rider … Continue reading Jaspers Lose Five-Set Thriller Against Broncs
Dorothy Day did not want to be a saint. One of her most famous quotes was, “Don’t call me a saint. I don’t want to be dismissed that easily.” Day—now a candidate for sainthood–is remembered for her social activism, Catholic teachings, journalism and her tireless efforts to serve and advocate for the poor. Enter Robert Ellsberg, the man who witnessed all of these attributes firsthand … Continue reading Author Robert Ellsberg Lectures on Dorothy Day’s Life
BY TAYLOR BRETHAUER STAFF WRITER Agape Latte made its return on Oct. 7 for the start of the new school year. Students from all over campus gathered in Jasper Hall to eat donuts, enjoy coffee and listen to live music provided by their peers. However, the large turnout can be attributed to the guest speaker: Manhattan College’s president, Brennan O’Donnell. The word “agape” means a … Continue reading College President Gives Talk on Personal Faith Journey
