Month: March 2021

Sports

Fans are Welcomed Back on Campus Through MAAC Attendance Policy

by, Colleen E. McNamara & Jilleen Barrett, Asst. Sports Editor & A&E Editor As of April 1, Manhattan College will be welcoming two family members per student-athlete to watch the athletic competitions on campus. Marianne Reilly, director of athletics at Manhattan College, appreciates having student-athletes competing again and is equally thrilled to have their family and friends back in attendance soon. “It brings me joy … Continue reading Fans are Welcomed Back on Campus Through MAAC Attendance Policy

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News

Manhattan College Students Compete in Innovation Challenge

by, Jilleen Barrett & Caroline McCarthy, A&E Editor & Asst. Features Editor The eighth annual Innovation Challenge was hosted by the O’Malley School of Business on Wednesday, March 24. Five teams presented their business ideas to a panel of judges with experience in entrepreneurship, with the top three winners and the audience favorite receiving cash prizes to pursue their ideas. The teams consisted of Omnia, … Continue reading Manhattan College Students Compete in Innovation Challenge

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News

Residence Life Reduces Number of Residents in Jasper Hall

by, Katherine Heneghan & Zoe DeFazio, Web Editor & Staff Writer Following the sharp rise in positive coronavirus cases on campus, a decision was made by the One-Manhattan coronavirus task force, to de-densify Jasper Hall. Jasper Hall offers traditional style dorms with communal bathrooms, which has presented a challenge in terms of quarantine mandates. Charles Clency, director of Residence Life, told The Quadrangle, “Jasper was … Continue reading Residence Life Reduces Number of Residents in Jasper Hall

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News

Commencement Plans for the ‘20 and ‘21 Classes Finalized

by, Nicole Fitzsimmons, Victor Franco & Maria Thomas, News Editor, Staff Writer & Managing Editor Plans for commencement regarding the classes of 2020 and 2021 have been recently finalized. Upon months of addressing details, the commencement ceremonies for each class will vary, with most of the events being virtual. An email sent out on March 16 stated that the 2021 commencement ceremony plans had “evolved” … Continue reading Commencement Plans for the ‘20 and ‘21 Classes Finalized

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Features

Olympian Aly Raisman Shares Her Story With MC

by, Lauren Raziano & Caroline McCarthy, Social Media Editor & Asst. Features Editor Aly Raisman spoke to the Manhattan College community about her time as an Olympic athlete who had experienced sexual assault on Thursday, Mar. 25. The event was hosted by both Student Government and students within the Communication department through a Zoom lecture meeting and later an open discussion for attendees. Raisman, a … Continue reading Olympian Aly Raisman Shares Her Story With MC

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COVID-19, News

Manhattan Students and Staff Gear Up for a Safe Easter Break

by, Kiersten Thompson, Contributor To combat the spread of the virus during this time, Manhattan College has issued advice to students as they finalize their Easter Break plans. According to an email sent out by The Steering Committee on March 18, their plan involves advising those whose next surveillance testing due date is between March 31 and April 5 to take their COVID test before … Continue reading Manhattan Students and Staff Gear Up for a Safe Easter Break

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Arts & Entertainment, Jasper Jams

Jasper Jams: Breakdance Through Burnout

by Gabriella DePinho & Christine Nappi, Senior Writer & Arts & Entertainment Editor With the lack of Spring Break, it’s no doubt that many of us are feeling burnt out. Midterms “week” didn’t exist for us this year– the supposed week of stress, lack of sleep and tons of exams and projects, suddenly turned into a month long event. This might not have been so … Continue reading Jasper Jams: Breakdance Through Burnout

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Arts & Entertainment, On Campus Fashion-Finds

On Campus Fashion Finds: Spring 2021

by Lauren Raziano, Social Media Editor With warmer weather and the world coming back together, students are ready to show off their special styles on and off campus. Alana Quintero is a sophomore from Puerto Rico studying Childhood Education. Alana expresses her Puerto Rican style but has adapted it to the New York lifestyle by wearing her favorite Jordans with her hoops. The Quadrangle: How … Continue reading On Campus Fashion Finds: Spring 2021

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Arts & Entertainment

New Bookstore Coming to Riverdale

by Colleen McNamara, Asst. Sports Editor After 13 years without one, Riverdale is finally getting a bookstore. Kirstie Reynoso-Miranda, a Bronx native, plans to open Miranda Writes Books and Bar by the end of this year. Growing up in the area, Reynoso-Miranda believes it is the perfect location for her store since the Bronx is home to one and a half million people currently sharing … Continue reading New Bookstore Coming to Riverdale

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