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The Quadrangle, founded in 1924, is the student-run newspaper of Manhattan College.
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Alumni Speak Up in Support of MC Faculty Rights After Dozens Face Elimination 

By Jocelyn Visnov, Editor-in-Chief Over 2,000 members of the Jasper community have signed a petition protesting the planned elimination of at least 34 tenured faculty positions. Students, alumni and family members are advocating on behalf of Manhattan College faculty, none of whom have gone on the record about the situation.  The petition initiative is being spearheaded by Teresa Ramoni ‘20, who had been following recent … Continue reading Alumni Speak Up in Support of MC Faculty Rights After Dozens Face Elimination 

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Albanian Student Association Hosts Second Annual Independence Day Celebration

Decorations of the celebration of Albanian Inde- pendence Day at Manhattan College. ISAIAHROSARIO/THEQUADRANGLE By Isaiah Rosario, Sports Editor On Nov. 28, 1912, Albania gained its independence from the Ottoman Empire. 111 years later, it is being celebrated by Albanian students at Manhattan College.  The Albanian Student Association at MC celebrated the anniversary of their independence with a DJ, dances, food, raffles, and giveaways. This was … Continue reading Albanian Student Association Hosts Second Annual Independence Day Celebration

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Battle of the Bronx Returns After a 745-Day Hiatus

The Jaspers faced off against a tough Fordham team on Monday, Nov. 27. The final score of the game was 93-61 in favor of the Rams. ISAIAH ROSARIO/THEQUADRANGLE By Isaiah Rosario, Sports Editor After a 745-day hiatus, Manhattan College and Fordham University were set to tip off for their annual Battle of the Bronx at 7 P.M. The two historic Bronx schools have been facing … Continue reading Battle of the Bronx Returns After a 745-Day Hiatus

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Rokas Jocys Sends Draddy Into a Frenzy to Open MAAC Play

Photo of Daniel Rouzan (left) and Rokas Jocys (right).EMMANOUEL SOFFILAS/THE QUADRANGLE By Emmanouel Sofillas, Staff Writer Manhattan College’s men’s basketball team claimed their first victory in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC) game of the season, defeating the Mount Saint Mary’s Mountaineers in an extremely close game.  From the tip-off, it was clear that this game was destined to be a fierce competition. The first … Continue reading Rokas Jocys Sends Draddy Into a Frenzy to Open MAAC Play

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Nurturing Sustainability: Riverdale’s Battle Against Food Waste

Food donations towards Riverdale residents. ZOEDEFAZIO/THEQUADRANGLE By Zoe DeFazio, Web Editor Manhattan College and its service provider, Aramark, face the challenges of overconsumption and food waste. Even as the college actively advocates for sustainability, the battle against wastefulness continues. With a commitment to reducing its environmental footprint, MC finds itself at the intersection of advocating for change and confronting a problem within its walls.  Aramark … Continue reading Nurturing Sustainability: Riverdale’s Battle Against Food Waste

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Women’s Volleyball Recognized by The MAAC With Three Honoree Titles

Maike Bertens and Mikalah Curran, two outside hitters honored by the MAAC, during their suc- cessful win against Marist this past season.GOJASPERS/COURTESY By Mary Haley, Asst. Social Media Editor Following their fall 2023 season, Mauro Miletic, head coach of the Manhattan College women’s volleyball team, and two of the team’s outside hitters Mikalah Curran and Maike Bertens were recognized for their success by the Metro … Continue reading Women’s Volleyball Recognized by The MAAC With Three Honoree Titles

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Professor Emerita Judith Plaskow Joins the National Women’s Hall of Fame

Former Professor Judith Plaskow will be inducted into the National Women’s Hall of Fame in 2024. MANHATTAN.EDU/COURTESY By Mack Olmsted, Asst. Arts and Entertainment Editor Former professor emerita of religious studies at Manhattan College Judith Plaskow has become an inductee for the National Women’s Hall of Fame for 2024.  Plaskow is one of eight inductees and has joined the ranks of over 300 national women … Continue reading Professor Emerita Judith Plaskow Joins the National Women’s Hall of Fame

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James Patterson Scholars for 2024 Express Gratitude Towards Acclaimed Author

James Patterson returned to Manhattan College for class reunion.BEN ASEN/COURTESY By Barbara Vasquez, Staff Writer The James Patterson scholarship recipients have been announced for the 2024 academic year marking 12 years of the scholarship’s contributions for Manhattan College students.  Best-selling author James Patterson was a member of the Manhattan College class of 1969. Over 50 years after his graduation, he still shows support to his … Continue reading James Patterson Scholars for 2024 Express Gratitude Towards Acclaimed Author

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