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Student Government Presents: Smorgasburg

The Student Government hosted a free Smorgasburg in the Kelly Commons Parking Lot on Thursday, Nov. 18. Student Government provided a wide range of food trucks and stands providing the crowd with made-to-order woodfire pizza, Korean hotdogs, Claudy’s empanadas, and Bona Bona ice cream Interviews complied by Angelica Niedermeyer & Rebecca Kranich Kevin Rojas, Senior Student Body President Why did you plan the Smorgasburg? “I … Continue reading Student Government Presents: Smorgasburg

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Students and Faculty Share Their Thoughts on Returning to Campus Fully In-Person

by Kiersten Thomas, Staff Writer After Manhattan College has decided to require vaccination and conduct classes fully in person, students and faculty share their thoughts on returning to campus and their experience learning and teaching remotely. Interviews were conducted before MC’s decision to require masks indoors. Interviews compiled by Kiersten Thomas. Juliette Cazzari, Junior Communications major with a concentration in public relations What is your opinion … Continue reading Students and Faculty Share Their Thoughts on Returning to Campus Fully In-Person

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Jasper Community Voice their Opinion on the Cancellation of Spring Break

by, Victor Franco, Staff Writer As a result of precautionary pandemic restrictions, Manhattan College decided to cancel its spring break. Typically, students and faculty get a week off of classes in mid-March where they are free to unwind and relax. However, due to the cancellation, students and faculty have pushed through the month of March with no time off. Members of the Jasper community shared … Continue reading Jasper Community Voice their Opinion on the Cancellation of Spring Break

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Jaspers Receive the COVID-19 Vaccine

Interviews compiled by Kelly Kennedy & Maria Thomas. Dylan Cabrita, Freshman Computer Science Major How was your experience being vaccinated?My experience was great overall. It is a very quick experience for each dose. The second dose provides most people with some side-effects, but it is nothing too bad. I simply had a very slight headache and a mild fever. Do you recommend your fellow Jasper … Continue reading Jaspers Receive the COVID-19 Vaccine

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Voices on the Quad: Returning Home for Thanksgiving and Beyond

by Maria Thomas, News Editor  With the holiday season approaching, on-campus students will be traveling home for the rest of the semester amid the on-going pandemic, making Thanksgiving look different for many. The Quadrangle spoke with various students to see how they feel about returning home and celebrating this holiday in a new way.  Christopher Iannace, Sophomore, Civil Engineering Major Where is home for you? Home … Continue reading Voices on the Quad: Returning Home for Thanksgiving and Beyond

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Voices on the Quad: Will Remote Students Come Back to Campus Next

by Kyla Guifoil, Staff Writer  Jenn Guilbeault Jenn Guilbeault is a sophomore from Massachusetts who decided to stay remote during the fall 2020 semester. However, she is planning on returning to campus next semester. Originally, the uncertainty regarding life in a pandemic convinced Gilbeault to register as a remote student this fall. “I didn’t really feel like moving all my stuff in just to be sent … Continue reading Voices on the Quad: Will Remote Students Come Back to Campus Next

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Voices on the Quad: How Students Are Staying Social With COVID Restrictions

by Adrianne Hutto, Contributor  Meeting new people, spending with friends, and socializing often are main components of the college experience. However, the social aspect of college has changed as a result of COVID-19. On top of adapting to online classes, students are now faced with adjusting their regular social activities to COVID-safe and socially distant alternatives. While it may seem like there are not a lot … Continue reading Voices on the Quad: How Students Are Staying Social With COVID Restrictions

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Student Consensus on Returning to Campus Amid Pandemic

Despite numerous world-changing events in the past few months, Manhattan College students are entering college during the most tumultuous time of the modern century. Equipped with masks and hand sanitizer, students are looking to start the next chapter of their life, all at six feet apart. The Quadrangle spoke with several students about their true feelings on coming back to college during a pandemic. Interviews … Continue reading Student Consensus on Returning to Campus Amid Pandemic

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Seniors Saddened by Unexpected Break in Semester

by Jilleen Barrett, Assistant A&E Editor Although this unexpected lapse from students’ time on campus has caused difficulties for everyone at Manhattan College, seniors are particularly affected. Some of the issues concerning the class of 2020 are those that come with online classes. These strains are considerably unfortunate to deal with at the end of senior year. Mike Hackett, a communication major with a concentration … Continue reading Seniors Saddened by Unexpected Break in Semester

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