Summer Break Sports Recap: New Coaches, Alumni Success and More

by JOHN JACKSON, Sports Editor A lot has happened around Manhattan College athletics since the Jaspers finished their finals to conclude the spring 2018 semester. Over the past few months, there have been teams that finished their 2018 seasons, teams that welcomed incoming student-athletes and coaches, former Jaspers continuing on their playing careers, preseason honors and polls released and a few sports with seasons that … Continue reading Summer Break Sports Recap: New Coaches, Alumni Success and More

Man Shot Near South Campus

by JOSEPH LIGGIO, Asst. News Editor A man was shot in the head around 12:30 a.m. this morning in an incident that ended near the intersection of West 237th Street and Broadway. The NYPD Office of the Deputy Commissioner, Public Information stated that the incident occured near Williams Funeral Home at 5628 Broadway, across the street from an IHOP off of West 232nd Street. The victim was … Continue reading Man Shot Near South Campus

Coming Soon: A Performing Arts Preview

by ALEXA SCHMIDT, Asst. A&E Editor It’s the start of a new semester for the performing arts department at Manhattan College. The department is composed of students who can sing, dance, act or play an instrument.  Andrew Bauer, director of music and coordinator of performing arts, said that the groups expect to hit the ground running and continue with energy and enthusiasm throughout the year.  Bauer … Continue reading Coming Soon: A Performing Arts Preview

Returning Manhattan College Students Internship Highlights

by RIKKILYNN SHIELDS, Social Media Editor For many first-year students, this summer was about preparing to start a new chapter– otherwise known as college– and say goodbye to friends, family and even old jobs in preparation for a fresh start.  For a handful of returning Manhattan College students, it’s time to say goodbye to not only summer, but more importantly, their summer internships. In the past, Manhattan … Continue reading Returning Manhattan College Students Internship Highlights

A Dessert Tour of Riverdale

by SOPHIA SAKELLARIOU, Staff Writer It is no secret that Manhattan College is in a prime location for accessing Manhattan’s glorious streets full of shops, cool people and good eats. However, there is no need to hop on the 1 train to satisfy a sweet tooth or relieve school stresses with a sugar rush because Riverdale has a plethora of decadent desserts to offer.  From world famous … Continue reading A Dessert Tour of Riverdale

Conference Assistants: Behind the Scenes of the Summer Staff

by TAYLOR BRETHAUER, Editor in Chief  At the end of every spring semester, advertisements for the conference assistant position boast intriguing promises– part-time and full-time hours and free summer housing, to name a few. For these students, the summer was full of interesting experiences and the chance to witness the college during its off-season. The day-to-day schedule for a conference assistant, or CA, was full of housekeeping, facilities … Continue reading Conference Assistants: Behind the Scenes of the Summer Staff

An Beal Bocht Fosters Local Community of Arts

by MEGAN UY & SAMANTHA WALLA , Staff Writer & Asst. Production Editor Even a first time visitor at An Beal Bocht Cafe will feel like they have been there before. Between the art-filled walls, friendly staff and mistletoe hanging above the door, the pub has cultivated a homey atmosphere for the Riverdale community. Conversation never ceases, as the lack of televisions brings human connection to … Continue reading An Beal Bocht Fosters Local Community of Arts

Remembering Tom Callahan: Our Advisor, Our Professor, Our Friend

Compiled by ROSE BRENNAN & TAYLOR BRETHAUER, Managing Editor & Editor-in-Chief “I remember during one of our longer chats, I said to Tom that I considered him an inspiration to me as a young journalist. Tom, always the self-deprecator, scoffed at the idea. After all, he was just a non-tenured journalism professor at some small liberal arts college. He wasn’t rich or powerful. He was in poor … Continue reading Remembering Tom Callahan: Our Advisor, Our Professor, Our Friend