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Arts & Entertainment

Lost Stories of the Holocaust Exhibit Opens at Manhattan University

Emmanouel Sofillas, Asst. Sports Editor  A new art exhibit at the entrance of O’Malley Library is bringing a largely unknown chapter of Holocaust history to the Manhattan University (MU) campus, featuring over 20 graphic sketches by Marcel Roux, a member of the French Resistance who was imprisoned in concentration camps during World War II. The exhibit, titled “Lost Stories of the Holocaust,” was curated by … Continue reading Lost Stories of the Holocaust Exhibit Opens at Manhattan University

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Sanctus Artem Hosts “The MET MU” Art Exhibition

Guzman’s “Got Your Nose” pair paintings pictured on the bottom row.   LAILI SHAHRESTANI / THE QUADRANGLE  Laili Shahrestani Editor-in-Chief Manhattan University’s Sanctus Artem club recently held an art exhibition on April 9, located in Smith Auditorium, where students and alumni were able to showcase their artwork in a gallery that emulated the same “high-end” environment as the Metropolitan Museum of Art. “The MET MU” provided Jaspers with an opportunity … Continue reading Sanctus Artem Hosts “The MET MU” Art Exhibition

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Center for Career Development Holds “Career Chat” for KSAS Students

The Center for Career Development highlighting upcoming events.  JOSHUA REICHARD / THE QUADRANGLE  Joshua Reichard, Asst. A&E Editor The Center for Career Development at Manhattan University (MU) hosted an event on March 25 for students in the Kakos School of Arts and Sciences (KSAS). The event aimed to help students explore potential career paths and teach them more about the current job market. The event, titled “Explore … Continue reading Center for Career Development Holds “Career Chat” for KSAS Students

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Broadway Show Review: Buena Vista Social Club

 Maria Castano, Arts & Entertainment Editor The Broadway musical “Buena Vista Social Club” follows the story of Omara Portuondo, Ibrahim Ferrer, Compay Segundo and Ruben Gonzales, all of whom are real figures who shaped Cuban music during the 50’s. Leaving this legacy I had the pleasure of seeing for the first time this Tuesday, 24th, in the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre.  As people take their seats, … Continue reading Broadway Show Review: Buena Vista Social Club

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A Night Under the Stars, A Freshman Event

“A Night Under the Stars,” was held this past Saturday, March 28th.  JOHLANA TATUM / COURTESY  Gabriella Dickson, Staff Writer On Saturday March 28th, student government hosted a first year formal or a “mock prom,” so that first year students, and even upperclassmen, could relive their high school prom experience. At the event pizza and drinks were served, and although attendance was lower than expected, … Continue reading A Night Under the Stars, A Freshman Event

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MU’s Album Class Announces “The Stranger” as This Year’s Album Through a Revamped Marketing Campaign 

Album Class hard at work preparing for their end-of-year performance.LEONARDO TORRES / COURTESY Laili Shahrestani, Editor-in-Chief Manhattan University’s (MU) Album Class recently announced their album for this year — “The Stranger” by Billy Joel, alongside a revamped marketing campaign aimed at building excitement for their end-of-year performance, attracting greater audience engagement.  Efforts to revitalize this year’s marketing approach came about through the contributions of Billy … Continue reading MU’s Album Class Announces “The Stranger” as This Year’s Album Through a Revamped Marketing Campaign 

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MU Students Visit the Gay Harlem Renaissance Exhibition at the New York Historical Society

Various clubs collaborated for this trip. GABRIELLA DICKSON / THE QUADRANGLE Gabriella Dickson, Staff Writer On March 7, Manhattan University’s (MU) Pride Center, alongside the Black Student Union (BSU), Sanctus Artem  and the World Languages and Literatures Department, hosted a trip to the New York Historical Society to see the “Gay Harlem Renaissance” exhibition.  The event provided an educational introduction to the Interdisciplinary Liberal Arts … Continue reading MU Students Visit the Gay Harlem Renaissance Exhibition at the New York Historical Society

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Jasper Jams: The Best Songs in Don Toliver’s “Octane”

 Zeke Jazwinski Sports Editor  Don Toliver first caught mainstream attention with his standout feature on “Astroworld,” appearing on the track “Can’t Say.” Since then, he has carved out his own lane and created a strong fanbase with breakout hits like “After Party,” “Bandit” and “No Pole.”  Now with his new album “Octane,” Toliver looks to keep that momentum going while continuing to evolve his melodic … Continue reading Jasper Jams: The Best Songs in Don Toliver’s “Octane”

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Scatterbomb Returns from Ancient Greece for Latest Performance

Scatterbomb entered the room and broke into a dance performance to break the ice.   BARBARA VASQUEZ / THE QUADRANGLE  Barbara Vasquez, Editor-in-Chief Manhattan University’s (MU) improv group, Scatterbomb, brought students back in time this past Friday with their latest performance, themed around “traveling back” from a trip to ancient Greece. Scatterbomb members entered Hayden Hall, room 100, dressed in outfits ranging from togas made of … Continue reading Scatterbomb Returns from Ancient Greece for Latest Performance

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