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O’Malley Library Undergoes Changes for New Semester 

The O’Malley Library Archives ZENDRAH BONNICK / THE QUADRANGLE Zendrah Bonnick, Asst. News Editor  Over the summer, Manhattan University’s (MU) O’Malley Library has undergone some changes in spacing, staffing, furniture and more.  These updates are based on an end-of-the-year poll that students voted on last semester, posted by the library on Instagram. The Quadrangle interviewed library staff to better understand recent changes. Sarah Sheehan, interim … Continue reading O’Malley Library Undergoes Changes for New Semester 

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TIME Names MU Among America’s Best Colleges 

MU ranked 103 out of 500 institutions MANHATTAN.EDU / COURTESY Nicholas Melendez & Zeke Jazwinski, Staff Writer & Sports Editor  In a publication released by TIME on Aug. 25, the magazine shared an article titled “America’s Best Colleges of 2026-2027,” ranking Manhattan University (MU) 103 out of 500 institutions.  The rankings are based on statistics gathered from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), which … Continue reading TIME Names MU Among America’s Best Colleges 

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Southside Smoothies Opens in Kelly Commons 

Southside Smoothies celebrates its opening day in Kelly Commons JOSHUA REICHARD/THE QUADRANGLE Joshua Reichard & Riley Kopceuch , Asst. A&E Editor & Contributor  Last week, Manhattan University (MU) welcomed a new dining option to campus. Southside Smoothies, a grab-and-go smoothie bar opened for business in Kelly Commons.   “Southside Smoothies welcomed the MU community with free samples, giveaways and plenty of excitement during its grand opening,” … Continue reading Southside Smoothies Opens in Kelly Commons 

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MU Welcomes New STEM Programs in Computer Science   

Photos of computer lab in Miguel Hall   ZENDRAH BONNICK/THE QUADRANGLE  Zendrah Bonnick, Asst. News Editor   Over the summer, the New York State Education Department granted official approval for the 128-credit cybersecurity bachelor’s program to come to Manhattan University (MU).  The new programs being added to MU’s Kakos School of Arts and Sciences include majors in computational neuroscience, cybersecurity, data science and integrated marketing communications. Due … Continue reading MU Welcomes New STEM Programs in Computer Science   

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James Patterson Honors Program Expands Reach with New Lounge, Summer Initiative 

Members from The Summer on the Quad Summer Enrichment Program.  AMY FORSTER/ COURTESY  Nicholas Melendez, Staff Writer The James Patterson Honors Program (JPHP) has spent the summer expanding its footprint at Manhattan University (MU), funding a renovated student lounge and launching a new summer program aimed at helping local high schoolers prepare for higher education.  The lounge area inside the Zaro’s Family Bakery has a … Continue reading James Patterson Honors Program Expands Reach with New Lounge, Summer Initiative 

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“I Wouldn’t Want to Be at a University Without Gencarelli in the Communication Department,” Alumna Says

Thom Gencarelli pictured lecturing during his TV Production course at MU.   THOM GENCARELLI / COURTESY  Maddie Rosado Managing / News Section Editor   Founding chair Thom Gencarelli, Ph.D., is retiring in May after nearly two decades of building, shaping and leading Manhattan University’s (MU) communication department. Gencarelli is serving his final semester as a communication professor, closing a chapter that has defined the program since its … Continue reading “I Wouldn’t Want to Be at a University Without Gencarelli in the Communication Department,” Alumna Says

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MU’s Mini Baja Team to Travel to Rochester for SAE Competition 

The 2026 MU Mini Baja Team  JOSEPH MOOG / COURTESY  Maizy Swift & Joshua Reichard, Senior Writer & Asst. A&E Editor Manhattan University’s (MU) Mini Baja team will take part in the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) intercollegiate Baja competition in Rochester, N.Y., this June.  During the four day competition, students compete in a series of static and dynamic events that test the vehicle as … Continue reading MU’s Mini Baja Team to Travel to Rochester for SAE Competition 

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President Frederick Bonato, Ph.D. Attends Senate Meeting for Annual Reflection

Manhattan University holds the last senate meeting of the semester.  MANHATTAN.EDU/ COURTESY  Brooke Della Rocco, Senior Writer Manhattan University’s (MU) Senate held its final senate meeting of the semester, with the annual appearance of President Frederick Bonato, Ph.D., and Chief Financial Officer James Perrino.  The Senate opened with Perrino giving a brief financial review of the University’s current status. Perrino explained that the financial statements provided … Continue reading President Frederick Bonato, Ph.D. Attends Senate Meeting for Annual Reflection

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New Block Schedule and Core Curriculum to Come in Fall 2026

Sarah Rolka Asst. Features Editor  Starting in the Fall 2026 semester, there will be a new block schedule and changes to the core curriculum for incoming students.  Manhattan University’s (MU) current block schedule went into effect 2014 to 2015; however, there have been complaints over the years from students, faculty and staff. Often reporting that open periods were limited for events and meetings and that there … Continue reading New Block Schedule and Core Curriculum to Come in Fall 2026

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