Month: November 2020

News

The Role of Feminism on MC’s Campus

by Nicole Fitzsimmons & Zoe DeFazio, Asst. News/Features Editor & Staff Writer  Manhattan College accepted its first women undergraduate students in 1973, after 120 years of being an established institution. Nearly 47 years later, the question still remains: has the college yielded a place where women and men can thrive at the same levels, inside and outside of the classroom? Classes, faculty and programs at Manhattan … Continue reading The Role of Feminism on MC’s Campus

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Letters, Opinions & Editorials

Letter from the Editor

Dear Readers, Welcome to The Quadrangle’s special issue for the semester: The Social Justice Issue. Our spring semester special issue was the social issue, covering the social life, unique dynamics and relationships that Jaspers have. Inspired by a summer of widespread activism and the personal interests of our writers, we decided on the social justice issue, covering another side of the unique dynamics and experiences … Continue reading Letter from the Editor

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Features

HGI and CMSA hold Faith and Racial Justice Panel to Discuss Intersectionality

by, Samantha Walla, Production Manager On Tuesday, Oct. 27 at 5 p.m., Manhattan College’s Holocaust, Genocide and Interfaith Center hosted a panel with the Office for Campus Ministry and Social Action titled “The Experience of Faith and Racial Justice” to discuss interfaith and racial justice in America amidst a pandemic and tumultuous election season. The panel, held through Google Meet, drew a sizable crowd of … Continue reading HGI and CMSA hold Faith and Racial Justice Panel to Discuss Intersectionality

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Arts & Entertainment

MC Community Uses Home Decor to Express Passion for Social Justice

by, Jilleen Barrett & Anna Woods, Asst. A&E Editor and Asst. News/Features Editor During an election year like no other, the Manhattan College community has found itself confronted with many issues related to social justice. While some watch society change, others try to be the change, and use home decor to prove it. Caroline King, a sophomore international studies major, has found an artistic outlet … Continue reading MC Community Uses Home Decor to Express Passion for Social Justice

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Sports

Federal Changes to Title IX Blurry its Enforcement on College Campuses

by, Katie Heneghan & Maria Thomas, Web Editor and News Editor  On Aug. 14th, changes to the standard set of Title IX guidelines went into effect on numerous college campuses across America. However, despite these changes made by the U.S. Department of Education, Manhattan College will continue with their pre-existing Title IX policy where they are able to.  The NCAA has always had their own … Continue reading Federal Changes to Title IX Blurry its Enforcement on College Campuses

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Men's Basketball, Sports, Women's Basketball

Manhattan Basketball Gets Good Results at MAAC Preseason Show

by, Pete Janny, Sports & Managing Editor On Thursday, Nov. 5 the MAAC held its preseason awards show for men’s and women’s basketball. Aired on ESPN3, the program’s big announcements included the Preseason All-MAAC Teams, Preseason Players of the Years, and Preseason Coaches’ Poll.  The Manhattan teams drew a lot of attention on the night, ahead of a season in which both the men’s and … Continue reading Manhattan Basketball Gets Good Results at MAAC Preseason Show

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News

Election Stress Relievers on Campus

by, Adrianne Hutto, Staff Writer As a result of the 2020 election, several organizations on campus including the LWGRC, the Counseling Center, the Office of Student Engagement, and Campus Ministry are offering virtual office hours to help students deal with election-related stress.  On Wednesday Nov. 4 at 12 p.m. Manhattan College hosted a ‘A Post-Election Interfaith Service,’ on the quad to help students decompress and … Continue reading Election Stress Relievers on Campus

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Manhattan Caucus, News

Manhattan Caucus: The Results Are In, Finally

by, Sophia Sakellariou, Senior Writer Joe Biden was declared the 46th President of the United States on Saturday, Nov. 7, after taking the lead in the battleground state Pennsylvania. Vice President-elect Kamala Harris made history as not only the first woman to be elected to the office, but the first woman of color to be elected vice president, and Steve Kornacki can finally go to … Continue reading Manhattan Caucus: The Results Are In, Finally

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Arts & Entertainment

Brother Ralph Bucci: “Closed Vessels, Dolmens, -scapes” Exhibit to Remain in O’Malley Library Until Thanksgiving

by Alexa Schmidt, A&E Editor & Managing Editor You may have noticed the art installation in O’Malley Library and wondered who made the sculptures, or where they came from. Ralph Bucci, F.S.C., who works in the Center for Career Development, is the face behind “Closed Vessels, Dolmens, -scapes,” which arrived on Oct. 5 and will remain on view until Thanksgiving.  Carefully arranged on pedestals or shelves, … Continue reading Brother Ralph Bucci: “Closed Vessels, Dolmens, -scapes” Exhibit to Remain in O’Malley Library Until Thanksgiving

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