Month: April 2018

College, News

Margaret Groarke Honored by Bronx Borough President

On March 27, associate professor of government Margaret Groarke, Ph.D., received a Citation of Merit from the Bronx Borough President at a celebration for Women’s History Month. Groarke was recognized by her involvement in both her on-campus and off-campus communities.  At Manhattan College, Groarke serves as faculty adviser for both the LGBTQ Student Group and the Government and Politics Club.  Groarke also coordinates the college’s … Continue reading Margaret Groarke Honored by Bronx Borough President

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Arts & Entertainment

One Stop Shop for Italian Dining

by ELIZABETH METSCH, Contributor Manhattan’s “Little Italy” may be the world famous spot to go in New York City for Italian food, but Arthur Avenue in the Bronx also offers some rivaling authentic Italian spots. While some people may not know where Arthur Avenue is, many would call it the real Little Italy. From restaurants to bakeries to bars to delis to markets and specialty stores, … Continue reading One Stop Shop for Italian Dining

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Arts & Entertainment, Columns, Jasper Jams

Jasper Jams: Almost Our SpringFest Artist

Editor’s Note: This was originally intended to be posted on Sunday, April 15.  The semester is almost over, the weather is starting to get nicer and SpringFest is right around the corner. Everyone should ideally be excited for SpringFest: there’s music, food, festivities and fun. This year’s SpringFest artist is Jesse McCartney; he is most well known for his hit “Beautiful Soul” and other hits … Continue reading Jasper Jams: Almost Our SpringFest Artist

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Campus Life, News, Top Stories

Andi Arch Visits MC on NYC College Creep Tour

Public Safety Encourages Consciousness Around Strangers After Man is Escorted Off Campus by TAYLOR BRETHAUER & JACK MELANSON, Editor-In-Chief & Editor A stranger to the Manhattan College community has been spotted approaching female students over the last two weeks. Although no physical harm has been done, the man has been said to target students, asking them to follow his personal social media accounts. On Friday, April 13, … Continue reading Andi Arch Visits MC on NYC College Creep Tour

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Arts & Entertainment, Top Stories

Happily Ever After?: “Into the Woods” Staged by MC Players

Photos compiled by Xiaoyang Wu / THE QUADRANGLE For the dates of April 12 through 15, the MC Players performed “Into the Woods”: a mashup of classic fairy tales that show us “happily ever after” might not truly exist. The story follows a baker and his wife, along with many other fairy tale favorites: Little Red Riding Hood, Jack (from Jack and the Beanstalk), Rapunzel … Continue reading Happily Ever After?: “Into the Woods” Staged by MC Players

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Features, Quad Staff Q&A

Meet Photography Editor Anja Pollozi

Why did you decide to join The Quadrangle? I have been part of the Quadrangle since Freshman year. In every meeting I would learn something new about Manhattan College, its students, and faculty, which motivated me to be part of an organization that represents the voice of the students. Over the years I have been really lucky to be part of such hardworking squad. This … Continue reading Meet Photography Editor Anja Pollozi

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Arts & Entertainment, The Book Nook

The Book Nook: The End of the World as We Know It (?)

A heart-wrenching novel about the dance between living life to the fullest and impending doom, Tommy Wallach’s “We All Looked Up” is the kind of book you will not want to put down, if you’re willing to pick it up. When a faint blue star in the sky begins to look ominous, the world quickly learns that there is an asteroid coming with a 33 … Continue reading The Book Nook: The End of the World as We Know It (?)

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Opinions & Editorials

Delta Kappa Epsilon’s Race to Help the Homeless

by JOHNATHAN ALANIA, Guest Writer Editor’s Note: The Weekly Greek is an experimental column focusing on Manhattan College’s Greek Life. This week’s entry is from a brother of DKE, one of the fraternities on campus. The Weekly Greek column is a test-run for this month and will return next semester. The submission has been lightly edited for publication. As a brother of Delta Kappa Epsilon, … Continue reading Delta Kappa Epsilon’s Race to Help the Homeless

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Columns, Jaspers Talk, Sports, Volleyball

Sandra Lozanova, Aspiring Actress and Passionate Volleyball Player

by C. GARRETT KEIDEL, Asst. Editor Aleksandra “Sandra” Lozanova is a junior at Manhattan College, and is originally from Pernik, Bulgaria. Majoring in communication along with being a member of the volleyball team, Lozanova is going into her senior season looking to continue contributing in a big fashion like she has the last two seasons with the team. In 2017 she was first on the … Continue reading Sandra Lozanova, Aspiring Actress and Passionate Volleyball Player

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