Month: November 2024

Features

Voices on The Quad: Fall Frenzy Edition

Students celebrated Fall Frenzy on Jasper Lawn before Friday night’s Battle of The Bronx.GRACE CARDINAL / THE QUADRANGLE By Grace Cardinal, Editor-in-Chief This year’s Battle of The Bronx came with another event before the main show: Fall Frenzy.  Organized by Student Government representatives Colin Ratner and Elizabeth Kalaj, the event featured a free waffle truck, pizza, music and a pre-game appearance from head men’s basketball … Continue reading Voices on The Quad: Fall Frenzy Edition

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Arts & Entertainment

Jasper Jams: “And Then There Were None” Cast Picks!

By Barbara Vasquez, Asst. Production Editor With the Players’ mainstage production “And Then There Were None”  performing live this weekend, The Quadrangle checked in with the cast to see what they’ll be listening to pre-show. With these picks ranging from beautiful jazz to faster pop songs, there’s something for everyone in these twelve songs. Sit down, listen and immerse yourself in the experience! Girl Babe … Continue reading Jasper Jams: “And Then There Were None” Cast Picks!

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Book Nook: The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo

By Elizabeth Kalaj, Web Editor “Smash the patriarchy, sweetheart” is the dedication of the novel “The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo”. These words alone and the fact that the novel shares an author with “Daisy Jones and the Six” inspired me to read the book. This book is a standalone read, which also made it appealing to me. Taylor Jenkins Reid is notorious for creating … Continue reading Book Nook: The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo

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Sports

Battle of The Bronx: Manhattan Jaspers Take Down Fordham Rams In 78-76 Win at Draddy

The Jasper men’s basketball team won against the Fordham Rams in Battleof The Bronx last Friday, Nov. 15.GRACE CARDINAL / THE QUADRANGLE By Grace Cardinal, Editor-in-Chief In this year’s rendition of the “Battle of The Bronx,” the Jaspers upset Fordham University 78-76.  The Jaspers came out red-hot from the tipoff, putting up an early four points for the lead. Senior guard and forward Wesley Robinson … Continue reading Battle of The Bronx: Manhattan Jaspers Take Down Fordham Rams In 78-76 Win at Draddy

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Manhattan University Women’s Basketball Triumphs for First Home Win

Senior forward Petra Juric giving her all to make a hoop during the game.VINCENT DUSOVIC / COURTESY By Julia Ciampa, Staff Writer The Lady Jaspers dominated the Long Island University Sharks on the court Thursday night, with a final score of 73-50. At the first home game of the season, the Jaspers were ready to claim their victory.   Senior forward Petra Juric led the team … Continue reading Manhattan University Women’s Basketball Triumphs for First Home Win

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Jaspers Get First Win of Season Against Mercy Backed By 28 by Shaquil Bender and Double-Double From Will Sydnor

Manhattan’s Will Sydnor taking a shot in the paint during Manhattan’s win over Mercy University.ISAIAH ROSARIO / THE QUADRANGLE By Isaiah Rosario, Staff Writer Manhattan University’s men’s basketball (1-1, 0-0 MAAC) returned to Draddy Gymnasium with a win for their home opener last Tuesday to face off against Mercy University (0-3, 0-0 ECC) defeating the Mavericks 88-71.  This is the first game for the Jaspers … Continue reading Jaspers Get First Win of Season Against Mercy Backed By 28 by Shaquil Bender and Double-Double From Will Sydnor

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Jasper Women’s Soccer Had a Season to Remember

MU’s Women’s Soccer seniors posing on Senior Day.@JASPERWSOC / INSTAGRAM By Isaiah Rosario, Staff Writer Manhattan University’s women’s soccer 2024 season was certainly one for the record books as the Jaspers had their best full season since 2017 when they went 10-7-3 overall and 6-2-2 in MAAC play.  The team was able to make it to their first MAAC Championship since the 2020-21 season. MU … Continue reading Jasper Women’s Soccer Had a Season to Remember

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News

Jaspers Discuss the 2024 Election Results

Flyer for the election discussion event.@MU_JASPERSVOTE/INSTAGRAM By Mary Haley, Marketing Chair & Asst. Features Editor Manhattan University’s Jasper Vote committee held an event to discuss various opinions of how both President-elect Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris’ presidential campaigns contributed to the results of the 2024 presidential election.  After Jaspers Vote, the Manhattan University’s voter engagement committee, prepared students for election day with “The More … Continue reading Jaspers Discuss the 2024 Election Results

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