Month: April 2025

News

Manhattan’s Education Department Continues To Overcome Department Struggles 

Education students participate in observation their freshman year and progress to student teaching in their senior year. MANHATTAN.EDU / COURTESY Kayla Werth, Contributor  Manhattan University’s education department has drawn much attention over the course of the academic school year due to economic restraints, technical challenges and understaffing issues. The department is currently searching for a new permanent chair. As registration for the fall 2025 semester … Continue reading Manhattan’s Education Department Continues To Overcome Department Struggles 

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Features

The Workers Who Keep Manhattan University Running Strong

Many seen and unseen employees contribute to the flourishing of Manhattan University. MANHATTAN.EDU / COURTESY Elizabeth Kalaj, Senior Writer Many diverse people and their roles have contributed to the success and legacy of Manhattan University. Each employee of MU adds their own unique contribution to the campus. Some of these contributions are highlighted on a larger scale than others, but one does not exist without … Continue reading The Workers Who Keep Manhattan University Running Strong

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Features, Voices on the Quad

Voices on The Quad: The Hidden Gems of New York City

NYPL in Bryant Park, a favorite for junior Cara Loganadhan. GOOP.COM / COURTESY Brooke Della Rocco, News Editor While taking pleasant strolls around Riverdale, one may not realize the wide variety of places around campus that have an environment for Jaspers to study or just wind down. There are tons of small businesses, coffee shops and parks surrounding Manhattan University and the greater New York … Continue reading Voices on The Quad: The Hidden Gems of New York City

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Arts & Entertainment

From Rags to Riches: Members of the MU Community Bring The World of Bespoke Tailoring to Life In New Documentary

Shrewsbury with Ramroop as she tries on Princess Diana’s coat. CHRISTINA SHREWSBURY / COURTESY Grace Cardinal, Editor-in-Chief Current Manhattan University student Kevin Nipal, ‘25 has teamed up with MU alumna Christina Shrewsbury, ‘19 to create a documentary following world-renowned tailor, Andrew Ramroop. Nipal graduated from high school in the Bronx in 2013 and shortly after began working in Locke’s Loft Dining Hall on campus. Now, … Continue reading From Rags to Riches: Members of the MU Community Bring The World of Bespoke Tailoring to Life In New Documentary

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Arts & Entertainment

The Magic Behind the Camera: A Deeper Look Into the Behind-the-Scenes Efforts of the Manhattan Media Network 

The MMN team reviews footage during a shoot on campus. BILLY WALKER / COURTESY The Manhattan University Media Network (MMN) made its debut in fall 2024, and since then, has allowed campus life to be showcased all throughout social media through the form of video production, including Instagram reels, YouTube videos and even formal studio content. MMN has produced a number of videos that have … Continue reading The Magic Behind the Camera: A Deeper Look Into the Behind-the-Scenes Efforts of the Manhattan Media Network 

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Arts & Entertainment

The Magic Behind the Stage

Victoria Schiller, Senior Writer MU Players are known for the magic they put on throughout the semester. However, to be able to successfully put on any show, an abundant amount of preparations are needed to ensure even the smallest of moments run smoothly. Those behind the stage who work with lighting, props, design, costumes, as well as the stage and technical crews, put in the … Continue reading The Magic Behind the Stage

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Men's Swimming, Sports, Women's Swimming

The Underdog Accomplishments of the MU Swim Team

Men’s and Women’s Swimming & Diving concluded their season at ECACs. GOJASPERS / COURTESY Mack Olmsted, Senior Writer The Manhattan University swim team has spent the last several years representing what it means to be an underdog, facing challenges such as not having a coach and not having a home pool. Not only have they overcome these challenges, they’ve broken records in the process.  Over … Continue reading The Underdog Accomplishments of the MU Swim Team

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Sports

Walk-On Athletes, the Underdog of College Sports

The Jasper men’s lacrosse team huddled up. SYRACUSE ATHLETICS/COURTESY Amy Forster, Asst. Production Editor Often overlooked, Manhattan University’s walk-on athletes can be the backbone to the athletics program. These athletes provide invaluable commitment, talent and input to the sports community and the university as a whole.  Manhattan University has a long and storied history with walk-on athletes. Just two years ago, MU alumnus walk-on athlete, … Continue reading Walk-On Athletes, the Underdog of College Sports

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Letters, News

LETTER from the PRESIDENT

April 21, 2025 Dear Manhattan University family, We note with sadness the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis, who has guided the Catholic Church since 2013. As a Lasallian Catholic university, we join people around the world in prayer as we mourn and celebrate his life in this Easter Season. We are especially grateful for the leadership and the support he has offered to our … Continue reading LETTER from the PRESIDENT

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