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MC Players Take a Bow From “Almost, Maine”

By Kelly Kennedy, Senior Writer The Manhattan College Players performed “Almost, Maine,” as the student slot this spring semester. The show premiered March 3, and performed four times over that weekend with the show closing on March 5.  “Almost Maine” was produced entirely by students without any faculty help. The play was proposed by senior communication and political science student RJ Giannicci. “Almost, Maine” is … Continue reading MC Players Take a Bow From “Almost, Maine”

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MC Players: Stay Tuned for Spring Musical 9-5

By Maizy Swift, Asst. Production editor This spring, MC Players is putting on 9-5, a feisty, fun and energetic Dolly Parton musical which will be shown April 21st-23rd in Smith Auditorium.  The director of the musical, Will Erat, described the origins of the musical, and its main plot which includes women fighting sexism and misogyny within the workplace in a comedic way.   “It comes from … Continue reading MC Players: Stay Tuned for Spring Musical 9-5

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James Patterson scholarship aids recipients in their career pursuits 

By Karen Flores, Arts and Entertainment editor  James Patterson ‘69, bestselling author and philanthropist, awarded twenty Manhattan College $5,000 scholarships based on essay submissions highlighting their plans after graduation. This is the 11th consecutive year that Patterson has provided support to “10 juniors and 10 seniors who have demonstrated academic excellence and involvement in activities tied to the College’s Lasallian mission,” according to the Manhattan … Continue reading James Patterson scholarship aids recipients in their career pursuits 

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Jasper Jams: Bem vindo ao Brasil

By Zoe DeFazio, Web Editor Welcome to Brazil! The air is light and warm, fruit is everywhere, the food tantalizes you and the music makes you feel a rhythm you couldn’t fathom before.  I’ve always been a proud Brazilian woman. My country represents me better than I ever physically could. The history behind my home is something I value and the history of my family … Continue reading Jasper Jams: Bem vindo ao Brasil

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Springfest Recap: A Carnival on the Quad and NAV Performance

NAV’s performance in Draddy Gymnasium. ANGELINA PEREZ/THEQUADRANGLE By Angelina Persaud, News Editor & Angelina Perez, Web Editor Jasper nation was thriving and thoroughly enjoying this year’s Springfest, which included a carnival on the quad and a performance by R&B and rap artist NAV. The festivities on April 15 began with a carnival on the quad where students were able to come together to enjoy music, … Continue reading Springfest Recap: A Carnival on the Quad and NAV Performance

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Manhattan College Players are working 9 to 5 to put on This Year’s Spring Musical

Ensemble, Doralee and Hart perform Cowgirls Revenge from 9 to 5. ANGELINA PEREZ/THEQUADRANGLE By Angelina Perez, Web Editor  The most anticipated spring semester musical, 9 to 5, occurred this past weekend and did not disappoint with the choreography and vocals to show Manhattan College the talent radiating on campus.  The Quadrangle had the privilege of seeing the cast perform during their opening night on Friday the … Continue reading Manhattan College Players are working 9 to 5 to put on This Year’s Spring Musical

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Catching Up With Crochet Club At Their Spring Event

Members of the crochet club at their spring event crocheting flowers. NICOLEFITZSIMMONS/THEQUADRANGLE By Nicole Fitzsimmons, Senior writer The crochet club recently gathered at their spring event to celebrate the new season by giving students a space to learn and create tiny crochet flowers while listening to music and chatting.  Established almost a year ago, the crochet club meets weekly on Mondays for students to keep … Continue reading Catching Up With Crochet Club At Their Spring Event

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Jasper Jams: You’re On Your Own, Kid (Grad Edition)

By Megan LaCreta, Senior Writer At some point, we stopped counting the time until graduation in years and semesters, and it turned into days. Graduating college is something that I can’t fully comprehend, and might not until I walk across the stage in Draddy on May 19th. When faced with such overwhelming and complex emotions, sometimes the only thing you can do is turn to … Continue reading Jasper Jams: You’re On Your Own, Kid (Grad Edition)

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Meet Synne Iversen Kverndal; international superstar

Kverndal simultaneously played first, second and third-string trumpet in her hometown concert band for five years. SYNNEKVERNDAL/COURTESY By Caroline McCarthy, Senior Writer Synne Iversen Kverndal, a self-taught trumpeter and the next president of the Manhattan College Pep Band, came to Manhattan from Norway in the fall of 2020. She has since found a home in the performing arts department.  Kverndal began her musical career in … Continue reading Meet Synne Iversen Kverndal; international superstar

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