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What It Means to be a Jasper

Brother Jasper, the inspiration behind Manhattan University’s mascot. Nicholas Melendez, Staff Writer Every year, Manhattan University (MU) produces a brand-new class of graduates who, upon graduation, can apply the skills that they’ve developed over the years within their professional career. Brother “Jasper” is not only the mascot of this institution, but also a title that students at MU slowly earn. The Quadrangle reached out to … Continue reading What It Means to be a Jasper

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Faith and Resistance: Martha Hennessey 

Martha Hennesy, the granddaughter of Dorothy Day, presents on peace and non-action.REYNA ORLOVA / THE QUADRANGLE Reyna Orlova, Contributor  On Tuesday Nov. 3, Manhattan University (MU) hosted an event focused on activist Dorothy Day’s granddaughter, Martha Hennessy, where she discussed how faith and peace can mean non-violent action.  Martha Hennessy, peace activist and granddaughter to Dorothy Day, visited MU and shared both her and her … Continue reading Faith and Resistance: Martha Hennessey 

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Manhattan University Celebrates Annual Jasper Day of Wellness 

Erioluwa Akin-Salami, Contributor On Nov. 4, Manhattan University (MU) hosted Jasper Day of Wellness, an annual day-off of classes given to students filled with relaxing activities meant to encourage student wellbeing. These events range from petting animals or watching movies, and opportunities extend as far as a free Pilates class.  Lyala Jones, a Pilates instructor based on the Upper East Side at 87th St. and … Continue reading Manhattan University Celebrates Annual Jasper Day of Wellness 

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The Quad: Manhattan University’s Center for Student Culture 

The quad during the annual fall club fair.MANHATTANEDU / COURTESY Riley Kopceuch, Contributor  In the very heart of Manhattan University’s (MU) campus sits the hub for daily student life; the quadrangle. Commonly referred to by students, alumni and faculty as the “quad,” the campus green is constantly hustling with activity. According to manhattan.edu, MU is home to 3,227 students, with its small size and tightly … Continue reading The Quad: Manhattan University’s Center for Student Culture 

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Santo: God is Dog Spelled Backwards

Santo acts as the CMSA “mascot,” drawing in visitors from across campus.@SANTOTHELAB / INSTAGRAM Reyna Orlova, Contributor  Santo the dog has been with Manhattan University’s (MU) campus for just under a year now, but his impact on MU’s student body and faculty is clear. Santo is a black labrador retriever who lives with MU’s chaplains and can usually be found napping in Cornerstone, home of Campus … Continue reading Santo: God is Dog Spelled Backwards

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TEDx Returns to MU After Nearly a Decade

Flyer for TED at MU.@TEDXMANHATTANUNI/ INSTAGRAM Cienna Rydman, Contributor Manhattan University (MU) will host a TEDx event for the first time since its inaugural campus conference in 2016, with a newly formed student team planning a full-scale conference for early April 2027. The event is led by licensee and MU students Mo Karim ‘22, a graduate civil engineering major, with Jonathan Flores ‘28, business major, … Continue reading TEDx Returns to MU After Nearly a Decade

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Behind the Veil for BOO! at MU 

Banner for BOO! At MU.SARAH ROLKA / THE QUADRANGLE Sarah Rolka, Asst. Features Editor  The Boo at MU annual event has been a hit for families and members of the Riverdale community for at least 20 years for the Halloween season. Originally known as “Safe Halloween” and “MC [Manhattan College] Halloween,” Kappa Delta Pi (KDP) has taken the reins once again to make the event … Continue reading Behind the Veil for BOO! at MU 

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Fashion Finds: Halloween Edition from the Jaspers 

From left to right: Molly Gilmartin, Juliette Chartrand, Jack Ryan and Ryan Cummings alldressed in their Halloween costumes.REYNA ORLOVA / THE QUADRANGLE Reyna Orlova, Contributor  Feeling that chill in the air? It may be a cold front, or it might just be Manhattan University’s (MU) student body bringing the Halloween chills and thrills with campus costumes! MU students all around campus dressed in their most … Continue reading Fashion Finds: Halloween Edition from the Jaspers 

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BSU Hosts Its Second “Pop the Balloon” Event

Flyer for the Pop the Balloon event in Hayden 100.@MANHATTANUBSU / INSTAGRAM Leyla J. Mercado, Features Editor & Asst. Social Media Editor Manhattan University’s (MU) Black Student Union (BSU) hosted their second annual “Pop the Balloon” event for the student body. With over 100 people attending when it occurred last year, this semester the club held it in Hayden 100 with decorated white boards and … Continue reading BSU Hosts Its Second “Pop the Balloon” Event

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