Month: November 2019

Academics, College, News

O’Malley School of Business To Offer Real Estate Development Course

by Maria Thomas & Anna Woods, Asst. News Editor & Staff Writer The O’Malley School of Business is launching its first real estate development course for the Spring 2020 semester, offering both a graduate and undergraduate option for the course. The course is listed as a special topics course in Finance. The program was developed upon recommendations from Manhattan College alumni. Dean Donald Gibson of The O’Malley … Continue reading O’Malley School of Business To Offer Real Estate Development Course

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Features, Voices on the Quad

DACA Vigil Held in Memorial Hall

On Tuesday Nov. 12, students around the country gathered to stand in solidarity to defend DACA. DACA stands for deferred action for childhood arrivals and is currently a pressing issue and debate in politics at the moment. At Manhattan College, students and staff participated in a vigil held in Memorial Hall offering prayers and kind words in support of DACA. Students signed letters to be … Continue reading DACA Vigil Held in Memorial Hall

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Arts & Entertainment

Sanctus Artem Holds Art Show in Hayden Hall

by Brian Asare, Photography Editor On Saturday, Nov. 16, the Sanctus Artem family organized an art show which was filled with many different perspectives of what various artists consider as their art form with which they could express themselves in. The first floor of Hayden was transformed into an art gallery showcasing various types of art ranging from paintings, drawings, poems, photographs to using objects and props … Continue reading Sanctus Artem Holds Art Show in Hayden Hall

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Features

Senior Receives National Italian American Foundation on Campus Fellowship

by Christine Nappi, Staff Writer The Italian culture has always played a prominent role in senior, Mary Pizzimenti’s life. From being raised in an Italian household to learning to speak the language at a young age, the Italian culture is who she is. Now, Pizzimenti has the opportunity to spread and further encourage Italian culture at Manhattan College for being the recipient of the National Italian American … Continue reading Senior Receives National Italian American Foundation on Campus Fellowship

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Campus Life, College

RA Hiring Process Now to Include Rising Sophomores

by Rose Brennan, A&E Editor The role of a resident assistant (RA) is one of the most sought-after positions at Manhattan College. In addition to the chance to become a student leader, the position is also compensated through free room and board. Now, the coveted position is opening up to more potential applicants. The Office of Residence Life recently announced that the RA hiring process for the … Continue reading RA Hiring Process Now to Include Rising Sophomores

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Arts & Entertainment

“The Irishman:” Another Mob Masterpiece from Marty

by SOPHIA SAKELLARIOU, Production Editor Director Martin Scorsese is well-known for his period piece dramas on the glamourous yet harsh realities of mob life, often drawing on real-life stories for inspiration. His most recent film, “The Irishman,” has been in the works for years with over 300 scenes filmed. However, this three-hour and thirty minute film was well worth the wait, culminating in an evocative masterpiece that … Continue reading “The Irishman:” Another Mob Masterpiece from Marty

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Arts & Entertainment, The Book Nook

The Exploration of Isolation and Human Nature in the “The Heart is a Lonely Hunter”

by NICOLE FITZSIMMONS, Staff Writer “The Heart is a Lonely Hunter” is a novel that truly makes you think about human behavior. It makes us recognize that what we really desire is someone who will listen to us, who will make us feel like they want to listen to us. Yet, we fail to think about the person who is listening to us. We crave solace and … Continue reading The Exploration of Isolation and Human Nature in the “The Heart is a Lonely Hunter”

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“Are They Crazy Or Saying Something We Don’t Want to Hear?”: An Intriguing Conversation among MC Students

by JESSICA MCKENZIE, Staff Writer On Wednesday, Nov. 6, Andrew Skotnicki, P.h.D., and Nuwan Jayawickreme P.h.D., treated Manhattan College students to a lecture concerning the nature of the imprisoned mentally ill in Hayden 100. Skotnicki and Jayawickreme are both professors at the College. Skotnicki is a religious studies professor, while Jayawickreme teaches Psychology. The audience was mostly made up of Psychology majors, but all students were welcomed … Continue reading “Are They Crazy Or Saying Something We Don’t Want to Hear?”: An Intriguing Conversation among MC Students

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Features, Top Stories

Ireland Twiggs: Giving Back and Bringing L.O.V.E. All Over the World

by SOPHIA SAKELLARIOU, Production Editor With a Southern twang and infectious smile, Ireland Twiggs’ warmth and kindness shines out to all who cross her path. Not many juniors in college can say they’ve spent the better part of their lives in the service of others, but that is precisely what Twiggs has done and hopes to continue to do for years to come. A peace and religious … Continue reading Ireland Twiggs: Giving Back and Bringing L.O.V.E. All Over the World

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