Wellness Week Inspires Students to Practice Self Care

by AUGUST KISSEL, Web Editor As I began the planning process of Wellness Week, I had a certain type of student in mind. The student who is overbooked and burnout. The editors of the paper and magazines, the tutors, the RA’s, those leading LOVE trips, Kairos, those with an internship downtown who have to hike uptown to give a tour in the afternoon. The student who has … Continue reading Wellness Week Inspires Students to Practice Self Care

Giving the Gift of Life As A College Student: Why You Should Donate Blood on November 20th

by ANNA WOODS, Staff Writer If you qualify to donate blood the thought of the process invokes a myriad of reactions. Some scowl in terror or disgust, others are indifferent and some are even excited about donating. For me, I have been so deeply impacted by blood donations that I am a part of the latter. It was blood donated by strangers that saved my father’s life. … Continue reading Giving the Gift of Life As A College Student: Why You Should Donate Blood on November 20th

2020 Commencement Set to Take Place in Draddy

by PETE JANNY & ANNA WOODS, Asst. Sports Editor & Staff Writer Just recently, the school announced plans to hold the 178th Undergraduate Commencement for the Class of 2019 at Draddy Gymnasium. In years past, this news would not come as a surprise considering the school’s extensive history of holding commencement on campus. However, after last year’s commencement drama made for one of the more contentious debates … Continue reading 2020 Commencement Set to Take Place in Draddy

Neighborhood Children Show Off Costumes at Safe Halloween

On Friday, Oct. 26, students in Kappa Delta Pi, Manhattan College’s education honor society, led a Safe Halloween event for all children from the Bronx. More than 40 of the college’s clubs took part in the event turning campus into a maze of trick or treat delights. Interviews compiled by Lauren Schuster. Olivia Rexhepi (Batgirl), Age 4 The Quadrangle: What is your favorite type of … Continue reading Neighborhood Children Show Off Costumes at Safe Halloween

October’s Coffee House Showcases the Support of Student Talent at MC

by JESSICA MCKENZIE, Staff Writer On Oct. 24, about thirty or so students gathered in Hayden 100 for a couple of hours to sip Dunkin’ Donuts coffee and share impressive talents. The second Coffee House of the semester featured everything from classic Motown jams on the acoustic guitar to a stand-up comedy routine inspired by a concussion. All Manhattan College students are encouraged to participate or … Continue reading October’s Coffee House Showcases the Support of Student Talent at MC

Manhattan Offense Explodes in 3-0 Rout of Fairfield

MS: MANHATTAN 3, FAIRFIELD 0 by PETE JANNY, Asst. Sports Editor A season filled with memorable highs and forgettable lows reached a new high last Wednesday night when Manhattan (5-8, 4-3 MAAC) embarrassed a reeling Fairfield squad by a score of 3-0. All three Manhattan goals on this night came from different players. The game-winner came off the foot of Brandon-Joseph Baudi in the 83rd minute that … Continue reading Manhattan Offense Explodes in 3-0 Rout of Fairfield

MC Alum Speak to Students about Fair Trade Coffee Company, Hudson Roasters

by KATIE HENEGHAN & KELLY KENNEDY, Asst. Features Editor & Staff Writer Manhattan College’s Women in Business and Students for Fair Trade on campus hosted two MC alums, Bernadette Gerrity and Sal Santuccio, both co-founders of their fair trade coffee company, Hudson Roasters. On Wednesday Oct. 23rd, students gathered in De La Salle to hear about the ethical sourcing of their products, as well as their experience … Continue reading MC Alum Speak to Students about Fair Trade Coffee Company, Hudson Roasters

Women’s Soccer Wins One, Loses One Last Week

WS: MANHATTAN 4, IONA 1 WS: MANHATTAN 0, FAIRFIELD 2 by PETE JANNY, Asst. Sports Editor The Manhattan College women’s soccer team stayed busy last week, playing a home game against Iona on Wednesday, October 9th and then an away game at Fairfield on Saturday, October 12th. In a season that hasn’t given the Jaspers much to celebrate about, the team’s performance against Iona stands out … Continue reading Women’s Soccer Wins One, Loses One Last Week

Unveiling Student Government Campaigning Rules

by NICOLE FITZSIMMONS & NICOLE RODRIGUEZ, Staff Writer & Asst. Production Editor The Manhattan College campaigning rules prove to be an important asset for student candidates initiating their campaigns during election seasons, yet the components and standards of these rules often remain a mystery to the vast majority of students at the college. The campaigning rules at the college are comprised of 13 components and were made … Continue reading Unveiling Student Government Campaigning Rules