MC Dance Team Welcomes First Male Jasper Dancer

by Kelly Kennedy & Niamh Delargy, Asst. Social Media Editor & Contributor Having wrapped up their 2021-2022 auditions, the new Jasper Dancers may look a little different than in years past as they welcome their first-ever male dancer. John O’Connor is a junior management major who has made history with his accomplishment of being able the first male Jasper Dancer. The Quad sat down with … Continue reading MC Dance Team Welcomes First Male Jasper Dancer

WRCM Back on the Airwaves

by Nicole Fitzsimmons & Jocelyn Visnov, News Editor & Asst. Production Editor Following a challenging hybrid spring semester, Manhattan College’s own radio station, WRCM, shut down their airwaves for safety. Yet, as the college continues to reopen for in-person activities, WRCM has announced that radio shows will resume during this fall semester with increased precautions. During the spring 2021 semester, rising COVID-19 cases and quarantine procedures … Continue reading WRCM Back on the Airwaves

MC Senate Reveals New Administrative Revenue and Budget Plans

by Kyla Guilfoil, Asst. News Editor The Manhattan College Senate reconvened on Sept. 21, with President O’Donnell outlining a new strategy for rebuilding the college’s budget and revenue. The plan aroused concern from many faculty members present, especially on the basis of representation and of restoring salary and retirement benefits cuts. Before the meeting, O’Donnell had addressed the community by sending the senate members a … Continue reading MC Senate Reveals New Administrative Revenue and Budget Plans

Manhattan Continues to Navigate the ‘New Normal’

by Nicole Fitzsimmons, News Editor As the first month of in-person classes at Manhattan comes to a close, the college continues to promote safety measures and precautions to maintain the potential spread of COVID-19 on campus. In an email to the Manhattan College community, One Manhattan reported that within the last 14 days, Health Services has processed 599 COVID-19 tests from on-campus and off-campus testing … Continue reading Manhattan Continues to Navigate the ‘New Normal’

Jasper Jams: Firefly Festival Edition

By, Emily Rumsey, Staff Writer With the popular Firefly festival happening this weekend, I thought it only right to make it this week’s theme for Jasper Jams. This year, the festival lasts four days spanning one weekend starting Thursday, September 23rd. The line-up includes a diverse range of artists, the headliners being Billie Eilish, Lizzo, Tame Impala and — your mom’s favorite band — The … Continue reading Jasper Jams: Firefly Festival Edition

“Undeniable” Russell Craig Featured in Student Lecture Series

By, Megan LaCreta, Staff Writer On Tuesday, Sept. 21, the Black Student Union and Student Engagement co-sponsored a talk with Brooklyn-based artist Russell Craig, to kick off the 10th Annual Student Engagement Lecture Series. Senior international studies major and BSU co-president Mamady Ballo interviewed Craig, whose art puts the social and political front and center as having been inspired by his experiences in foster care … Continue reading “Undeniable” Russell Craig Featured in Student Lecture Series

Caroline King is a Queen of Style

By, Lauren Raziano, Social Media Editor Caroline King is the queen of fashion sense. A junior double major in history and international studies with a minor in women and gender studies, she takes her fashion inspiration from 90’s celebrities and local Instagram influencers. Her style has definitely changed from her Lily Pulitzer school days in Scranton, PA to a platform shoe, jewelry wearing college student … Continue reading Caroline King is a Queen of Style

Jose Perez Returns Home to Finish College Career

By, Kelly Cwick, Asst. A&E Editor Manhattan point guard Jose Perez is glad to be back in the Bronx after transferring from Marquette University. The Jaspers are the third team Perez will play for after spending his first two seasons at Gardner-Webb University. Prior to MC, Perez made national headlines with his performance. He is one of only two freshmen who had a triple double … Continue reading Jose Perez Returns Home to Finish College Career

Manhattan Suffers Setback to LIU

By, Pete Janny, Sports Editor The Manhattan men’s soccer team had a setback against the LIU Sharks by suffering a 4-0 loss at Gaelic Park last Tuesday. With the result, the Jaspers closed out non-conference play on a bad note and now sit with a record of 2-3-1. The Jaspers looked uneven early on and could never quite recover after falling behind 2-0 in the … Continue reading Manhattan Suffers Setback to LIU