Month: March 2017

Features

Education Majors Balance Being Both Students and Teachers

For junior Shane Riordan, walking into his sixth grade science classroom at In-Tech Academy in the Bronx means balancing a tightrope between being a normal college student and an educator. As an education major, Riordan is just one of many Manhattan College students who has gained first-hand experience by observing classrooms and student teaching at neighboring schools in the community. “At first, I was skeptical … Continue reading Education Majors Balance Being Both Students and Teachers

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News, Top Stories

In Campaign’s Final Hours, Candidates Make Last Push on the Quad

As the campaign for the next Student Government Executive Board nears its finish, both major parties are making their last efforts to connect with the student body. Students began voting through email at noon, and the campaigns made their presence known on the Quad at 4 p.m. The Jasper Pack, led by presidential nominee Micaela Bishop, assumed a spot atop the steps in front of … Continue reading In Campaign’s Final Hours, Candidates Make Last Push on the Quad

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Student Government: A Year in Review & A Look at the New

THIS YEAR IN STUDENT GOVERNMENT THIS YEAR’S ACCOMPLISHMENTS -Strengthened the Commuter Meal Plan -Created a food service committee -Worked with Brian Weinstein to bring Red Mango to Cafe 1853 -Brought Printers to Kelly Commons -Brought Microwaves to the commons for commuters -Made the club approval process twice an academic year as opposed to once -Worked alongside the SAAC to help athletes with their needs -Celebrated … Continue reading Student Government: A Year in Review & A Look at the New

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Arts & Entertainment

The Quadrangle’s Guide to Shaggy

As The Quadrangle always keeps the best interests of our readers near and dear to our hearts, we have put together a primer on the musical artist known as Shaggy to ensure that all are fully prepared for his upcoming Springfest concert on Apr. 22. First and foremost, Shaggy the pop-reggae musician should not be confused with Shaggy the lanky, green shirted, “Zoinks!” proclaiming Scooby-Doo … Continue reading The Quadrangle’s Guide to Shaggy

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Men's Lacrosse, Sports

Jaspers Comeback Falls Short

The Manhattan College men’s lacrosse team faced a tough task heading into the fourth period of its game against the Canisius Golden Griffs. What had been a 6-5 lead at halftime had turned completely upside down, into an 11-6 deficit. As the Jaspers started to chip away at the Griffs’ lead in the fourth, it seemed the comeback would be complete. But the Jaspers fell … Continue reading Jaspers Comeback Falls Short

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Arts & Entertainment

Players’ New Producer: Gabby Kasper

In the season of their spring musical, the Manhattan College Players have another important task to address: the matter of their leadership for the upcoming year.  Standing at the helm of the Players’ Board is the role of the Producer. This year, only one standout student submitted an intent to run for this prestigious position: freshman English major Gabby Kasper. Kasper submitted an intent to … Continue reading Players’ New Producer: Gabby Kasper

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Arts & Entertainment, Columns

Cinema’s Top Five: Action Films

By Justin Meinken, Staff Writer #5: Die Hard, the original trilogy Director: John McTiernan and Renny Harlin Most 1980’s action films focused on being high energy and high budgeted films to the point of becoming so over the top that they became almost comical. Die Hard and the following two sequels take a different approach by maintaining a serious tone and creating realistic situations that few action … Continue reading Cinema’s Top Five: Action Films

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College Hosts Annual “Take Back the Night”

Manhattan College hosted Take Back the Night on March 21 in Smith Auditorium. The purpose of Take Back the Night is to end sexual assault and violence against women while providing education about rape culture and consent. As stated on their Instagram page, Take Back the Night is working to create safe and respectful communities for victims of sexual violence and works to strengthen and … Continue reading College Hosts Annual “Take Back the Night”

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