Month: December 2021

Arts & Entertainment

Scatterbomb Continues to Bring Laughter to Manhattan College

By, Kelly Cwik, Asst. A&E Editor Manhattan College’s own improv group, Scatterbomb, is back performing shows in-person making MC students laugh on Friday nights in Hayden 100. Their last show of the semester was titled “Scatterbomb Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus.” The witty, comical group continues to bring joy to campus and put smiles on students’ faces. Sydney Waitt, a senior political science and peace … Continue reading Scatterbomb Continues to Bring Laughter to Manhattan College

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MC Singers Spread Joy Through Radio City

By, Jilleen Barrett, A&E Editor The Manhattan College Singers traded their usual spot in the stands of Smith Hall’s chapel for the stage at Radio City Music Hall, where they opened for the Rockettes Christmas Spectacular. Andy Bauer, the director of performing arts, arranged for the group to perform acapella on what he called the “iconic stage,” which holds an audience of over six thousand … Continue reading MC Singers Spread Joy Through Radio City

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Features

Finding Happiness in College

By, Christine Nappi, Features Editor As she sat in class, watching the first snow flurries of the year, Isabel Cameron felt nothing but joy. The Texas-native, who barely gets to experience the wonders of the fluffy, picturesque downfall each winter, couldn’t have been more excited at something that may seem so unimportant to others. But according to her, the little things in life really do … Continue reading Finding Happiness in College

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Manhattan College Baristas Put the Star in Starbucks

By, Angelica Joy Niedermeyer & Niamh Delargy, Contributors The first floor of Kelly Commons is a popular dining and lounge area for students at Manhattan College. It is home to one coffee shop in particular which brings a large amount of joy to students: Starbucks. The barista-selected music and friendly staff contribute to a relaxed and open atmosphere. This offers a space for studying with … Continue reading Manhattan College Baristas Put the Star in Starbucks

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Meet Two of the Most Eggcelent Members of Locke’s Staff: Fabio and Russell

By, Rebecca Kranich & Jocelyn Visnov, Staff Writer & Asst. Production Editor Whether it’s for breakfast at 8 a.m., a snack between classes at noon, or a sit-down dinner with friends, the majority of students have dined at Locke’s Loft at some point during their MC careers. A few friendly Lockes staff members have become well-known icons across campus. The most popular of which include … Continue reading Meet Two of the Most Eggcelent Members of Locke’s Staff: Fabio and Russell

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Bringing Joy and Fulfillment Through Acts of Service

By, Angelina Persaud, Staff Writer Manhattan College’s Campus Ministry and Social Action has instilled a sense of wellbeing in students and fostered a deeper connection with the local community through its diverse selection of service pro- grams. CMSA has been at the forefront of providing students with enriching experiences to engage in their local communities. Some of their widely popular service programs for the fall … Continue reading Bringing Joy and Fulfillment Through Acts of Service

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Comfort Creatures: Pets Spark Joy for Students Off Campus

By, Adrianne Hutto & Jocelyn Visnov, Asst. Production Editors With the stress of a new semester and the uncertainty of COVID-19, many students are finding ways to cope. One way they are doing so is adopting pets to live with them and their roommates off campus. This allows students a way to relieve stress through the companionship and comfort of their new furry friends. The … Continue reading Comfort Creatures: Pets Spark Joy for Students Off Campus

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New Opportunities in the Job Market Bring Joy to Graduating Seniors

By, Kelly Kennedy, Asst. Social Media Editor Manhattan College students have been reported to find more success in post graduation employment as the COVID-19 pandemic restrictions begin to ease. The pandemic brought on a massive recession, and with that an incredibly high unemployment rate, but it appears that the job market is once again offering students ample opportunity to seek employment. Because of the pandemic, … Continue reading New Opportunities in the Job Market Bring Joy to Graduating Seniors

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COVID-19 Improvements as the Semester Comes to a Close

By, Karen Flores & Mack Olmsted, Staff Writers As the first semester of in person classes at Manhattan comes to a close following the remote and hybrid approach of the pandemic, the college’s continuous promotion of COVID-19 safety measures and precautions has led to a drastic decrease in positive cases within the campus. In an email to the Manhattan College community, One Manhattan reported that … Continue reading COVID-19 Improvements as the Semester Comes to a Close

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