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The Quadrangle, founded in 1924, is the student-run newspaper of Manhattan College.
News

Students Reflect on Changing Campus Atmosphere

Mary Haley, Senior Writer This past academic year has brought a series of noticeable but gradual changes to campus life, particularly in how students use shared spaces. From the campus quad to Kelly Commons, shifts in dining options, gathering spots and commuter routines have altered the daily flow of student activity and interaction. While some of these updates have been welcomed, others have required adjustment, … Continue reading Students Reflect on Changing Campus Atmosphere

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News

Consistency and Growth, Life of a College Flower 

Zendrah Bonnick, Asst. News Editor  Over the years, Manhattan University (MU) has gone through numerous changes, altering and modernizing in some areas of campus while still maintaining its more classical brick and mortar buildings.    The Quadrangle spoke to members of the student body about the atmosphere of the university’s physical environment. Students discussed areas on campus that may go overlooked, and the role of nature, … Continue reading Consistency and Growth, Life of a College Flower 

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Features

Once a Jasper, Always a Jasper: The Evolving Student Experience from MC to MU

Left to Right — Nikita Shany, Juliana Bambina, Julia Meyer and Leyla J. Mercado. GRACE NARIANI / COURTESY Leyla J. Mercado Features Editor and Asst. Social Media Editor  In recent years, Manhattan College’s (MC) transition to Manhattan University (MU) has coincided with a broader shift in the student experience. The change brought an evolving institutional identity, reshaping what it means to be a Jasper within a newly … Continue reading Once a Jasper, Always a Jasper: The Evolving Student Experience from MC to MU

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Changes That Go Beyond the MU Campus: Growth, Global Reach, and Reputation

School seal that was created back when the school was called Manhattan College.   MISHA JABAL-ABADI / THE QUADRANGLE  Misha Jabal-Abadi  Asst. Production Editor   In recent years, a series of changes have reshaped Manhattan University’s (MU) community and extended its reputation beyond Riverdale. The expansion of professional programs, ongoing campus renovations and an increasingly diverse and evolving student body have collectively influenced the university’s academic and professional … Continue reading Changes That Go Beyond the MU Campus: Growth, Global Reach, and Reputation

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Arts & Entertainment

Innovation in Print: Student Publications Navigate Independence and Funding at MU

Head editors of Lotus Magazine pictured together.   MARY HALEY / THE QUADRANGLE  Maddie Rosado Managing / News Section Editor Student-run publications at Manhattan University (MU) continue to navigate independence, faculty collaboration and ongoing financial constraints as they evolve on campus. Despite these pressures, students and faculty advisors say each publication remains focused on supporting student writing, research and creative expression. Within the network of campus … Continue reading Innovation in Print: Student Publications Navigate Independence and Funding at MU

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Arts & Entertainment

A Comeback Story: The Reinvention of MU’s Film Scene

Some of the students behind the Sixth Borough Film Festival.  MANHATTAN UNIVERSITY PHOTOSHELTER / COURTESY  Joshua Reichard Assistant A&E Editor Manhattan University’s (MU) film program is making a comeback both on and off campus. After the film minor was cut due to past financial constraints, it has now been reinstated, signaling support from the university’s administration. The program, approved in December, is now accepting new … Continue reading A Comeback Story: The Reinvention of MU’s Film Scene

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Arts & Entertainment

MU’s Changing Liberal Arts Landscape

Zeke Jazwinski Sports Editor Manhattan University, which is now known for its engineering program, was once known for having a highly respected liberal arts program. In what some could call the media capital of the world, it’s no wonder that it would make sense for Manhattan to have a great program with such great opportunities in New York City. However, with budgets cut coming from … Continue reading MU’s Changing Liberal Arts Landscape

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Sports

Golf Team Swings Back at MU

The women’s golf team wraps up their inaugural MAAC championship tournament.   @MJASPERSGOLF / INSTGRAM  Barbara Vasquez Editor-in-Chief The Manhattan University (MU) golf program has swung back from recent years and reinvigorated their place on campus. The women’s golf team has just finished their inaugural season here at MU. Previously, MU only supported a men’s golf team, with the women’s side opening up this past year. … Continue reading Golf Team Swings Back at MU

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Games of the Week, Sports

Games of the Week

Baseball competed against Rider University this past week. GOJASPERS.COM / COURTESY Emmanouel Sofillas, Asst. Sports Editor Women’s Softball Manhattan’s women’s softball team traveled to North Andover, Mass. on Saturday afternoon, sweeping Merrimack in a doubleheader by scores of 2-1 and 2-0 at Martone-Mejail Field. In game one, defense dominated early, with neither side recording a hit through the middle of the second inning. The Warriors … Continue reading Games of the Week

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