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With Residence Halls Near Capacity, College Launches Housing Study

Manhattan College has one very clear advantage over other urban colleges and universities, and that is its multiple on-campus housing facilities. Housing is made available and is guaranteed for each undergraduate student during his or her four years at the school. However, as the college has been successful in turning its focus from a commuter to a residential student population, residence halls are nearing their … Continue reading With Residence Halls Near Capacity, College Launches Housing Study

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Freshman Enrollment Up 20 Percent as College Admits One of Its Largest Classes in Recent Years

For returning students this fall, Manhattan College’s campus may seem a little more crowded–and rightfully so–as one of its largest freshman classes descended onto campus this August. “It’s nice seeing a bunch of new faces,” senior Aaron Plantz said of the freshman class. Those 905 new faces make up the largest class in at least five years, according to Caitlin Read, executive director of admissions … Continue reading Freshman Enrollment Up 20 Percent as College Admits One of Its Largest Classes in Recent Years

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New Convenience Store Opens in Thomas Hall

Each year Gourmet Dining adds new additions to their facilities on campus and this year is no different. There will be a new convenience store on campus open until 1 a.m., new food in Locke’s and expanded Fair Trade products in Café 1853. Brian Conway, director of Gourmet Dining, said that after receiving feedback and suggestions from students, campus dining decided to make changes that will … Continue reading New Convenience Store Opens in Thomas Hall

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A Touch of New Light for Old Windows

Historic stained glass windows will get a new home this year in the Chapel of De La Salle and his Brothers. The existing windows are in the process of being removed and the new windows are projected to be installed in 2016. The college is receiving these stained glass windows from St. Joseph’s Novitiate currently located in Barrytown, N.Y. The windows are no longer needed … Continue reading A Touch of New Light for Old Windows

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MC 2.0: New App, Better Wi-Fi and Other Upgrades with Help of ITS Interns

Students trying to find a worthwhile internship will work career fairs, research companies online and make the most of the connections of their friends and family in the hopes of landing a resume-boosting position for the few months between semesters. For the eight participants in Manhattan College’s Information Technology Services Summer Internship program, finding an opportunity to get real-world work experience and valuable career training … Continue reading MC 2.0: New App, Better Wi-Fi and Other Upgrades with Help of ITS Interns

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Unveiling the Common Interest Communities

Starting this fall, the Arches program will no longer monopolize the residence community scene at Manhattan College. New common interest communities centered on shared themes will allow students to share extracurricular and academic experiences while living together on the same floor. “This will be a pilot year so it is a very exciting year to be a part of a common interest community,” Andrew Weingarten, … Continue reading Unveiling the Common Interest Communities

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Trading Spaces: Student Services Move, New STEM Building a Future Possibility

Over the next few months the first phase of Manhattan College’s master plan will be implemented when several student services offices move into the now-vacant Dante’s Den, a former cafeteria located in Thomas Hall. The master plan, completed in June, also includes ambitious plans to revamp STEM facilities on south campus. Dante’s Den, which used to be buzzing with students grabbing a snack or studying, … Continue reading Trading Spaces: Student Services Move, New STEM Building a Future Possibility

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MC Takes Back the Night

Manhattan College’s first annual Take Back the Night march and vigil “honoring those who have survived sexual assault and working to combat sexual violence on and off college campuses,” took place April 21 on the steps of the Smith Auditorium. Even though a sober topic, the sun was shining and the Quad was filled with students, RAs and faculty members. In charge of organizing the … Continue reading MC Takes Back the Night

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