MC Creates All-New First Year Experience Program

By Maizy Swift, asst. Production Editor Manhattan College has put in efforts to aid freshmen students and make them feel more comfortable on campus by establishing the First Year Experience Program (FYE).  This program allows for freshmen to have more access to events dedicated to getting them acclimated with their new college community.  John Bennett, associate vice president of student life, is co-chair along with … Continue reading MC Creates All-New First Year Experience Program

Afridi Named Recipient of “I Have a Dream Award”

By Zoe DeFazio, Web Editor Mehnaz Afridi, Ph.D., director of the Holocaust, Genocide & Interfaith Education Center (HGI) was honored as the first inaugural recipient of The Clarence Jones “I Have A Dream” Award. This award is bestowed upon individuals who courageously combat hatred and advocate for the well-being of others.  The event garnered significant attendance, including distinguished figures such as Rep. Ritchie Torres and … Continue reading Afridi Named Recipient of “I Have a Dream Award”

Manhattan College Receives Largest NSF Grant in College History for Cyber

Wyatt Madej, system administrator who drafted the main ideas for the grant proposal. MANHATTAN.EDU/COURTESY By Angelina Persaud, News Editor The National Science Foundation (NSF) has granted Manhattan College $639,778 to enhance cyber infrastructure and computing resources on campus. This is the largest NSF grant the college has received in its history.  The grant was created through a collective effort between the IT department and various … Continue reading Manhattan College Receives Largest NSF Grant in College History for Cyber

Raymond W. Kelly Commons Building Obtains Another LEED Gold Certification

Students while taking the LEED Lab class. MANHATTAN.EDU/COURTESY By: Brooke DellaRocco, Staff Writer Manhattan College’s very own Raymond W. Kelly ‘63 Student Commons has been awarded the Leaders in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold certification for the second time since 2015.  However, this isn’t the only building on campus that has been awarded for its excellence in sustainability. Higgins Engineering and Science center also … Continue reading Raymond W. Kelly Commons Building Obtains Another LEED Gold Certification

Residence Life Welcomes an All-New Grad-Student Housing Program

Jasper Hall, the facility housing the graduate students. MACK OLMSTED/THE QUADRANGLE By Mack Olmsted, Asst. Arts & Entertainment Editor Starting in the fall of 2023, Manhattan College is offering brand new graduate student housing in Jasper Hall.  This initiative was started through president Milo Riverso’s leadership team, who plans to set graduate students up in single rooms. The idea came from the team seeking to … Continue reading Residence Life Welcomes an All-New Grad-Student Housing Program

Fitness Center merged under the Center of Recreation and Wellness

Students hope to continue to see the powerlifting competition despite new management. KAREN FLORES/ THE QUADRANGLE By Karen Flores, Arts and Entertainment Editor This semester, the Manhattan College Fitness Center was merged under the new title of the Center of Recreation and Wellness.  Carmella Liscio, assistant director of recreation and wellness is now in charge of the center with former director, Jay Ahmed, currently holding … Continue reading Fitness Center merged under the Center of Recreation and Wellness

Shelley Johnson is Named as New Dean of School of Health Professions

By Zoe DeFazio, Web Editor Shelley Johnson, Ed.D, is the newly appointed dean of Manhattan College’s school of Health Professions.  Johnson earned her doctorate in educational leadership from the University of Phoenix. She also holds a Master of Science degree in community health nursing from Pennsylvania State University, a Bachelor of Science in nursing from the University of Pennsylvania and a Masters in Business Administration … Continue reading Shelley Johnson is Named as New Dean of School of Health Professions

9 Civil Engineering Students Receive ACEC Scholarships

By Lauren Raziano, Multimedia Editor The American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) of New York awarded nine Manhattan College civil engineering students with scholarships totaling $34,500. The students received scholarships in amounts ranging from $1,500 to $10,000. Scholarships were awarded to students based on a number of factors, such as student’s cumulative grade point averages, leadership positions, work activities and written responses. These criteria were … Continue reading 9 Civil Engineering Students Receive ACEC Scholarships