Summer Research Scholars Showcase: From Irish Dancing to App Design

Students looking at summer research project posters. BROOKE DELLAROCCO/THE QUADRANGLE By Brooke DellaRocco, Staff Writer Manhattan College Summer Research Scholar Students gathered in Kelly Commons to discuss their research and celebrate their discoveries on a variety of topics. Over the summer, a selective group of students were chosen to move forward with research proposals. Following months of research, each student put together a visual and … Continue reading Summer Research Scholars Showcase: From Irish Dancing to App Design

Men’s Soccer Jaspers Honored at Battle of the Bronx 

By Lauren Raziano, Multimedia Editor Manhattan College’s men’s soccer senior day was spoiled as the Fordham Rams were able to shut out the Jaspers in a 2-0 result.  Ronan O’Brien, Henry Hamilton and Daniel Alleyne all received yellow cards. Due to a Jasper foul, the Fordham free kick resulted in a top-left box goal during the 36th minute. The Rams scored an additional goal during … Continue reading Men’s Soccer Jaspers Honored at Battle of the Bronx 

Freshmen XC Runners Excel In First Meets of Season 

By Grace Cardinal, Asst. News Editor Only three meets into the year, the Jasper XC team has already displayed freshmen standouts at both Fordham Fiasco and the Jasper XC Invitational. With a women’s win at Fordham Fiasco and numerous individual placements from both meets, the team and their recruits are off to a strong start for their season.  Bailee Christofis, a freshman from Arizona, showed … Continue reading Freshmen XC Runners Excel In First Meets of Season 

Jasper Track and Field welcomes new members 

By Karen Flores, Arts & Entertainment Editor The Manhattan College Track and Field Team welcomed six recruits to the upcoming 2023-2024 indoor and outdoor season.  Amongst the six recruits are Christopher Purchia, Thomas Dubnov-Raz and Matthew Coyle.  Purchia, an engineering major, participates in the jump and sprint events, specializing in long jumps. He said that the dynamic in college athletics is very different from the … Continue reading Jasper Track and Field welcomes new members 

Orchestra Left Without Coaches, Instruments Due to Budget Cuts

By Grace Cardinal, Asst. News Editor Manhattan College’s numerous budget cuts have left the orchestra ensemble facing new struggles for the semester. Unable to rehire string instrument coaches or fill their sections with players, the ensemble is looking toward new ways to reinvent themselves to stay afloat on campus. Students and staff involved with the orchestra and performing arts department alike are frustrated with the … Continue reading Orchestra Left Without Coaches, Instruments Due to Budget Cuts

Riverdale Rises: El Gordo Smash and Chop

El Gordo Smash and Chop always open doors for MC studentsto pass by and stop inside. ANGELINA PEREZ/THE QUADRANGLE By Angelina Perez, Asst. Features Editor & Web Editor Located on the corner of Broadway and Manhattan College Parkway, El Gordo Smash and Chop is a unique establishment in the Riverdale area that always keeps its doors open. Described as an ‘authentic American restaurant’, the vibrant … Continue reading Riverdale Rises: El Gordo Smash and Chop

New Creative Writing Concentration Announced by English Department

English 110 Publication Celebration from 2023. MANHATTAN COLLEGE/COURTESY By Lauren Raziano, Multimedia Editor The English Department has announced its first concentration within the department. The English major degree with a creative writing concentration provides students an opportunity to earn a 33-credit English Bachelor of Arts degree with a writing focus on creativity. Chair of the English Department, Dr. Adam Kohler, worked with other faculty members … Continue reading New Creative Writing Concentration Announced by English Department

Through the Jasper Lens: Manhattan College Honored by New York Yankees

Words by Isaiah Rosario, Sports Editor Photos by Isaiah Rosario, Sports Editor, and Joseph Kennedy, Contributor On Sept. 23, Manhattan College was honored by the New York Yankees, for their 100th anniversary of being located in the Bronx. With special tickets, families and friends of students and alumni of the college were able to receive special Yankees hats, with a green NY logo and an … Continue reading Through the Jasper Lens: Manhattan College Honored by New York Yankees