Dear Readers, Hello, and welcome to Issue 13 – the last of fall semester, and for 2024! While we are heading into a much needed break, students are in one of the busiest times of the academic year. Be sure to take the break to rest up, get ready for finals and prioritize your mental health. No matter how you’re currently feeling, the semester will … Continue reading LETTER from the EDITOR
Pamela Chasek receives Kakos Excellence in Scholarship Award. @MU_KSAS/INSTAGRAM By Leyla J. Mercado, Assistant News Editor Pamela Chasek, Ph.D., professor of political science at Manhattan University, is one of three Kakos School of Arts and Sciences professors honored with an Excellence Award. Chasek will receive the Kakos Excellence in Scholarship Award for service and teaching. The other honored professors are expected to receive their awards … Continue reading Pamela Chasek Receives the Kakos Excellence in Scholarship Award
By Karen Flores, Staff Writer Mark Pottinger, Ph.D., chair of the Department of Communication, Sound and Media Arts, has been awarded the Richard Sussman Essay Prize for his article entitled “Ritter’s Musical Esthetics, Der Freyschütz, and the Certainty of Nature in Early Nineteenth-Century Germany.” Pottinger was sent an email from Heidi Schlipphacke, the vice president of the Goeth Society of North America, to congratulate him … Continue reading Mark Pottinger, Ph.D., Wins Prestigious Award For Research
By Elaina Batista, Contributor In recent weeks, President-elect Donald Trump has begun tapping potential members for his cabinet. Just eight days ago, Trump tapped former Florida Representative Matt Gaetz as his pick for attorney general. This pick was met with controversy from the American people, as Gaetz is currently under investigation by the Department of Justice for misconduct. As a result of this public controversy … Continue reading Manhattan Caucus: Do Presidential Cabinet Appointees Need Specific Qualifications?
Manhattan University students and faculty sorting and dropping off supplies collected during the drive. @MU__CMSA/INSTAGRAM By Emmanouel Sofillas, Assistant Sports Editor As the holiday season approaches, Manhattan University students and faculty have united to organize a Thanksgiving “Giving” Drive aimed at supporting the families living at the Waldo Sanctuary, formerly known as the Manhattan College Overlook Apartments. This initiative, deeply rooted in compassion and the … Continue reading Manhattan University Leads Thanksgiving “Giving” Drive for Waldo Sanctuary
Panelists at the PRSSA Internship Event gather around after sharing theirinsights.MAGGIE SHEDIAC / COURTESY By Laili Shahrestani, Staff Writer On Nov. 21, the Manhattan University Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) hosted an internship panel discussing the importance of applying for internships during college and providing students with guidance on how to secure a position. The event featured several panelists who shared their personal … Continue reading PRSSA at Manhattan University Holds Internship Panel to Prepare Jaspers for Success
The MU Players performed “And Then There Were None,” as their fallmainstage performance.ANGELINA PEREZ / THE QUADRANGLE By Victoria Schiller, Contributor Friday, Nov. 22 was opening night for the Manhattan University Players’ fall mainstage production, where the cast performed their rendition of “And Then There Were None”, based on the novel by Agatha Christie. The show ran from opening night to Sunday, Nov. 24 and … Continue reading Players Fall Mainstage: And Then There Were None
Album class prepares for another new rendition, hosting performances in thespring.ANDREW MANNION / THE QUADRANGLE By Andrew Mannion, Sports Editor In the spring semester, Andrew Bauer, director of performing arts and adjunct professor for music and theater, will be teaching the next rendition of album class, in which students will dissect a historic rock album both creatively and technically. The class revolves around picking a … Continue reading Album Class Resurrects, Setting Up For Another Spring Performance
By Angelina Perez, Arts and Entertainment Editor As the semester comes to a close and the final arts and entertainment (A&E) article for fall 2024 is published, Jill’s and my time as your editors comes to an end. We’re grateful for the opportunity to bring you A&E news throughout the year, and we’re excited to see how the Jasper Jams will continue to evolve in … Continue reading Jasper Jams: Farewell A&E
