Visiting Professor Lectures on Shakespeare on the 400th Anniversary of the Writer’s Death

by ETHAN McDOWELL, Contributor A crowd of eager students and faculty filled the auditorium of Hayden Hall on Thursday, April 14 to listen to a lecture given by visiting professor Dr. Garrett Sullivan, Jr. of Pennsylvania State University. He was equipped with a presentation of videos, pictures, and art, and an impressive compendium of all things Shakespeare. Dr. Sullivan’s talk examined the 16th and 17th century … Continue reading Visiting Professor Lectures on Shakespeare on the 400th Anniversary of the Writer’s Death

Also on Campus

Standup for Flint On Friday, April 29, a standup comedy event will be held to raise money for Flint, Michigan, a city that is currently going through a dramatic water crisis. The event will take place in Hayden 100, and will start at 8 p.m. There is no suggested amount for donation, or any mandatory ticket price, however donations will be accepted at the door. … Continue reading Also on Campus

SAAC Holds its First Jumping Into the Community Tournament

Dozens of student-athletes gathered at Draddy Gymnasium on April 17, some wearing basketball jerseys, others wearing Hawaiian shirts, others athletic gear, but none in their team uniforms. Last Sunday at the Student Athlete Advisory Committee’s first annual Jumping Into the Community Volleyball Tournament, student-athletes joined to participate in a competition where the funds would go to the Kingsbridge Heights Community Center.    “We thought by … Continue reading SAAC Holds its First Jumping Into the Community Tournament

SAAC Drives Manhattan to Second Most Community Service Hours in NCAA Competition

In the 163-year existence of Manhattan College, very few times have the school’s 17 Division 1 athletic programs reached the pinnacle of the NCAA. You’d have to go all the way back to 1973, when the Jaspers won the NCAA Indoor Track and Field Championships, to find the last time a Manhattan team won a national event. Forty-three years later, Manhattan has achieved NCAA success … Continue reading SAAC Drives Manhattan to Second Most Community Service Hours in NCAA Competition

Springfest Brings Heightened Security and Student Excitement to Campus

By Jenna Bloomer & Lauren Carr, Staff Writer and Senior Writer In previous years, there have been multiple problems during Springfest, causing public safety to step in. This year, Student Activities is taking necessary precautions to prevent this year’s event from getting out of control. The destruction, underage drinking, a even a sexual assault has caused Student Activities to be more careful about the activities … Continue reading Springfest Brings Heightened Security and Student Excitement to Campus

Senior Spotlights

LAUREN VALLE by RIKKILYNN SHIELDS, Assistant Editor Education major and Manhattan College senior, Lauren Valle, decided that Manhattan College was the best place for her to excel in her studies. From Hampton Bay, New York, Lauren decided that Manhattan College was the perfect choice for her. The school wasn’t too far from home, and Lauren loved it’s proximity to the heart of the city. This May, … Continue reading Senior Spotlights

James Patterson Scholarship Selection Underway, Recipients Will Be Announced this June

By Amy Cardoza, Staff Writer April 22nd marks the deadline for the upcoming James Patterson Scholarship submissions for the 2016-2017 year. Since it’s inception in 2012, famous author alum James Patterson awards select Manhattan juniors and seniors with a five thousand dollar scholarship based on leadership potential and academic merit. “The James Patterson Scholarship is for students that show dedication and a passion for their … Continue reading James Patterson Scholarship Selection Underway, Recipients Will Be Announced this June

JASPERS Sports Recap

Men’s Lacrosse Manhattan earned its first win of the season on April 16 after a rousing 11-10 overtime victory over Marist. Nick Strano scored his third goal of the game just 21 seconds into overtime to get the win for Manhattan. The Jaspers improved to 3-10 overall and 1-3 in the MAAC. Strano and Parker Giarratana led the team with three and four goals respectively. … Continue reading JASPERS Sports Recap