Month: February 2025

News

Mehnaz Afridi Presents at Lakewood Ohio Public Library Exhibition

The exhibit took place at the Lakewood Ohio Public Library. JOHN BENSON / COURTESY Mary Haley, Asst. Features Editor/Marketing Chair Manhattan University’s Mehnaz Afridi, Ph.D., professor of religious studies and philosophy, was a featured speaker at the Lakewood Public Library in Ohio on Jan. 25 for their photo exhibition and program discussing the Holocaust. Officially titled “Besa: Muslims Who Saved Jews During the Holocaust,” the … Continue reading Mehnaz Afridi Presents at Lakewood Ohio Public Library Exhibition

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Features

English, World Languages and Literature Departments Host Book Swap Event

Victoria Schiller, Senior Writer On Wednesday, Jan. 29, the English, world languages, and literature departments hosted an informal book swap for all English and Spanish majors, minors and concentrations. Students and faculty gathered in the Miguel Hall lounge, ready to offer a book from their collection and hopefully gain a new favorite read. The Quadrangle attended and spoke with several students and faculty members about … Continue reading English, World Languages and Literature Departments Host Book Swap Event

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Features

Manhattan University Welcomes New Greek Club

The Hellenic Student Association’s executive board, including Aristides Milonas, Chryssanthe Kontogianis and Ioannis Rountos.  ARISTIDES MILONAS / COURTESY Mack Olmsted, Senior Writer Manhattan University welcomes the Hellenic Student Association as the first Greek culture club on campus. The club was founded by three freshmen: club president Ioannis Rountos, treasurer Aristides Milonas and social media chair Chryssanthe Kontogianis. The club’s faculty advisor is Georgios Koimisis, Ph.D, … Continue reading Manhattan University Welcomes New Greek Club

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Arts & Entertainment

Manhattan University Manhattones on the Search For New Members

Manhattan University Manhattones. @MUMANHATTONES / INSTAGRAM Flynn Myers, Contributor On Jan. 20 in Thomas Hall, the Manhattan University acapella club, Manhattones, held their spring 2025 auditions. The auditions for the group are traditionally held semesterly, with the spring auditions usually aiming to fill in any leftover spots. As they now prepare for their upcoming performances, such as their spring concert on April 27, the group … Continue reading Manhattan University Manhattones on the Search For New Members

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Jasper Jams: Waking Up in Winter

Flynn Myers, Contributor The winter season is already harsh and cold, leaving us running from place to place in hopes of getting out of the blistering, freezing air. This winter is no different – I find myself tired in the mornings and not wanting to venture out throughout the day. When the first alarm on my phone goes off, and I’m faced with the fact … Continue reading Jasper Jams: Waking Up in Winter

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Sports

Jaspers Swim Hosts Senior Day Against Iona

Graduating seniors receive plaques in honor of closing out their MU swim career. Pictured (left to right): Grace Dillon, Kate Maio, Natalia Vélez-Serrano, Joe Brennan, Vinny Tramontana, and Islam Yousri. GRACE DILLON / COURTESY Elizabeth Kalaj, Senior Writer The Manhattan University swimming and diving team bid farewell to six seniors on Jan. 25 during the team’s Senior Day meet against Iona. The six seniors included … Continue reading Jaspers Swim Hosts Senior Day Against Iona

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Sports

Manhattan’s Ultimate Frisbee Team Prepares for Semester

Ultimate frisbee athletes strike a pose after their win last season. @MANHATTAN_UNIVERSITY_ULTIMATE / INSTAGRAM Laili Shahrestani, Features Editor With the start of the spring semester, spring sports begin to ramp up as well. Teams, like ultimate frisbee, are putting in the effort to ensure a successful season. The Manhattan University ultimate frisbee team has been gearing up for this semester by training for hours on … Continue reading Manhattan’s Ultimate Frisbee Team Prepares for Semester

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Manhattan Men’s Basketball Makes Statement Against Iona

Owen McWalters, Assistant Sports Editor With the Manhattan University men’s basketball team coming off an impressive win against their conference rival Mount St. Mary’s, the Jaspers looked to keep their momentum going against another conference rival, the Iona Gaels, on Friday night. The stage was set for an intense game, but the Jaspers made it clear from the start that they were not going to … Continue reading Manhattan Men’s Basketball Makes Statement Against Iona

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