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

MC Senate Reveals New Administrative Revenue and Budget Plans

by Kyla Guilfoil, Asst. News Editor The Manhattan College Senate reconvened on Sept. 21, with President O’Donnell outlining a new strategy for rebuilding the college’s budget and revenue. The plan aroused concern from many faculty members present, especially on the basis of representation and of restoring salary and retirement benefits cuts. Before the meeting, O’Donnell had addressed the community by sending the senate members a … Continue reading MC Senate Reveals New Administrative Revenue and Budget Plans

Manhattan College Budget Deficit Decreases to $3.8 Million, Still Higher Than Administrators Anticipated

by Gabriella DePinho & Kyla Guilfoil, Senior Writer & Asst. News Editor  While Manhattan College administrators originally projected a $10 million budget deficit, administrators say that due to measures taken in the fall semester, the college is now only facing a projected $3.8 million budget deficit. This new projection, which is higher than administrators had hoped for, was communicated to community members at a college … Continue reading Manhattan College Budget Deficit Decreases to $3.8 Million, Still Higher Than Administrators Anticipated