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Arts & Entertainment

MU Works to Promote Performing Arts Scholarship and Expand Interest in Digital Media Arts

Mural in Thomas Hall 5.17. MARIA CASTANO / THE QUADRANGLE Maria Castano, Staff Writer Following unprecedented budget cuts in recent years, Manhattan University has slowly been building itself back up, and looks to attract new students by marketing its resources, with an emphasis on scholarships, grants and cutting-edge technology. Director of Performing Arts Andrew Bauer shared information regarding the performing arts scholarship with The Quadrangle, … Continue reading MU Works to Promote Performing Arts Scholarship and Expand Interest in Digital Media Arts

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How MU’s Performing Arts Groups Have Managed to Stay Afloat Amid Budget Cuts

Kevin Cullen, production manager for Players, performing in the Muppets cabaret. @PLAYERSMU / INSTAGRAM  Maizy Swift, Production Editor/Asst. Social Media Editor Similar to many other programs at Manhattan University, the performing arts program has faced many budget cuts since 2023. Despite this, the department has continued to maintain their steady events and performances each semester, supported by faculty, students and others who have donated to … Continue reading How MU’s Performing Arts Groups Have Managed to Stay Afloat Amid Budget Cuts

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Arts & Entertainment, The Book Nook

The Book Nook: The Open Boat

Marc Veldhuyzen, Contributor A boat sinks in the middle of the ocean. You and a small crew of three barely escape on a row boat.  You’re alone in an open boat at sea. No food, no fresh water and nothing but the consistent buoy of the ocean. This is a hopeless situation, and yet, you still struggle. You still desperately row your boat to try … Continue reading The Book Nook: The Open Boat

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Guitar Recital Hosted in Honor of Hispanic Heritage Month

Professor Dan Garcia performing at the recital hosted for Hispanic Heritage Month. SARAH ROLKA / THE QUADRANGLE Sarah Rolka, Staff Writer In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Daniel Garcia, adjunct associate professor of music, performed a classical guitar recital on campus. At the recital on Oct. 28, many of the pieces performed had origins from various Spanish-speaking countries.  The music not only spanned across multiple … Continue reading Guitar Recital Hosted in Honor of Hispanic Heritage Month

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Arts & Entertainment, Jasper Jams

Jasper Jams: Beats from the Middle East

 Laili Shahrestani, Features Editor As someone who grew up in a Middle Eastern household, born to two Persian immigrant parents, I can wholeheartedly tell you that no genre of music will ever compare to Persian music. Yes, maybe I am biased, but that does not mean I am wrong – listen for yourself!  My Persian identity means everything to me. I am so honored to … Continue reading Jasper Jams: Beats from the Middle East

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WRCM Revives Magazine and Prepares for Their New House Night

Maria Castano, Staff Writer We Are College Music (WRCM), Manhattan University’s student-run radio show, held a general meeting on Oct. 22, where they discussed plans on how to maintain their current influence on campus. The Quadrangle had the opportunity to attend the WRCM meeting, and learn more about how they have been steadily growing in influence over the past year.  Ronan York, a senior communication … Continue reading WRCM Revives Magazine and Prepares for Their New House Night

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Arts & Entertainment, The Book Nook

Book Nook: The Power and the Glory

Marc Veldhuyzen, Contributor Do you hate yourself? Hopefully, no, and statistically the majority of the people reading this don’t. However, there always exists in every community the lowest experiences of human existence. You’re not alone, if your dice happened to land there. It’s not your fault either. One of the hard lessons of the school of life is that control is limited and often illusionary, … Continue reading Book Nook: The Power and the Glory

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Manhattan University Performing Arts Opens New Mural

A photo of the mural created by Madison Hackett ‘25. ZENDRAH BONNICK / THE QUADRANGLE Maizy Swift and Zendrah Bonnick, Production Editor/Asst. Social Media Editor and Staff Writer On the evening of Friday, Oct. 17, students, staff, faculty and friends gathered in room 5.17 of Thomas Hall, to attend the opening of the Manhattan University Performing Arts’ Mural. The mural was designed by Madison Hackett … Continue reading Manhattan University Performing Arts Opens New Mural

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Arts & Entertainment, Jasper Jams

Jasper Jams: Intro to House Music

Zeke Jazwinski, Staff Writer When people talk about house music, I think it’s a common misconception that they assume it’s just heavy bass music and you can barely hear yourself think. That is actually a different genre, a more techno edm style which is great, but not everyone’s cup of tea.   House music originated in Chicago in the early 1980s, being an important part of … Continue reading Jasper Jams: Intro to House Music

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