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The Quadrangle, founded in 1924, is the student-run newspaper of Manhattan College.
Sports, Women's Lacrosse, Women's Soccer

Sami and Emily Derrico Take Manhattan Sports By Storm

by Kyla Guilfoil, Asst. News Editor Freshman Emily Derrico and sophomore Sami Derrico did not plan on coming to college together. But after a year at the University of Connecticut, Sami decided to transfer and join her younger sister, Emily, at Manhattan College. Both exercise science majors, the New Jersey natives have started training as athletes on two of Manhattan’s women’s sports teams. For Emily, … Continue reading Sami and Emily Derrico Take Manhattan Sports By Storm

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Men's Basketball, Sports

Perez Gets Waiver From NCAA

by Pete Janny, Sports Editor Jose Perez will not have to miss a beat this season. After choosing to transfer to Manhattan, the senior point guard received news this past week that he will be immediately eligible to play this season. Perez’s eligibility status was complicated given that he played at Gardner-Webb and Marquette before choosing Manhattan as his third school in four years. With … Continue reading Perez Gets Waiver From NCAA

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Men's Swimming, Sports, Women's Swimming

Eric Rasmussen Signs on as New Swim Coach

By, Adrianne Hutto & Lauren Raziano, Asst. Production Editor & Social Media Editor COVID-19 has spared no one and nothing in its wake, and this can be seen through the unsteady shifts made in Manhattan College’s athletic department. Toward the beginning of 2020, the swimming and diving program was left without a diving coach — a reality that still hasn’t changed. Followingthis, the swim coach … Continue reading Eric Rasmussen Signs on as New Swim Coach

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Arts & Entertainment, Performer Profile

Meet Luis Chavez, the Music Man

By, Jocelyn Visnov & Mack Olmsted, Asst. Production Editor & Staff Writer Originally from Lima, Peru, Luis Chavez is a man of many talents. Since coming to the United States in 2007, Luis has struck a chord with faces in every corner of the Bronx, spreading his love for the thinghe loves most: music. Chavez discovered his passion for making music long before finding his … Continue reading Meet Luis Chavez, the Music Man

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Features

MC Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

By, Victor Franco, Staff Writer The multicultural center and Fuerza Latina hosted the Latino Heritage Month celebration on Sept. 22 in Kelly Commons, which offered many students the opportunity to learn and appreciate Hispanic culture. Hispanic Heritage month, which takes place from Sept. 15 through Oct. 15, is a way to commemorate Hispanic culture. Hayden Greene, the current Director, and Coordinator of the Multicultural Center … Continue reading MC Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

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Features

CMSA Resumes Activity on Campus

By, Carlos Pinto-Corredor, Contributor After 16 months of virtual classes and personnel turnover, the Campus Ministry and Social Action Suite is ready to welcome back and reconnect the Jasper community this Fall. Leadership transition occurred amid the ongoing COVID-19 crisis with unexpected cuts in personnel. Thelma Collado, former campus ministry office manager, was furloughed due to the financial impact of the pandemic on our campus. … Continue reading CMSA Resumes Activity on Campus

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News

MC Celebrates First Month of In-Person Learning

By, Nicole Fitzsimmons, News Editor Moving into the fall month of October, Manhattan College continues to update students and faculty regarding the COVID-19 status on campus. In an email to the Manhattan College community on Sept. 30, One Manhattan celebrated the achievements of students, faculty and administration following a full in person month on campus after over a year of chaos amongst the pandemic. “It’s … Continue reading MC Celebrates First Month of In-Person Learning

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News

Manhattan College is Recognized Again by U.S. News & World Report

By, Madalyn Johnson, Web Editor Since 2015, Manhattan College has been ranked one of the top 15 Best Regional Universities in the North according to U.S. News & World Report. This year, the college has been rated number 13 for Best Regional Universities out of 175 colleges featured on the list. Along with being ranked 13 in the Best Regional Universities category, Manhattan College was … Continue reading Manhattan College is Recognized Again by U.S. News & World Report

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Jasper Dancers, Sports

MC Dance Team Welcomes First Male Jasper Dancer

by Kelly Kennedy & Niamh Delargy, Asst. Social Media Editor & Contributor Having wrapped up their 2021-2022 auditions, the new Jasper Dancers may look a little different than in years past as they welcome their first-ever male dancer. John O’Connor is a junior management major who has made history with his accomplishment of being able the first male Jasper Dancer. The Quad sat down with … Continue reading MC Dance Team Welcomes First Male Jasper Dancer

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