Pride Center Hopes to Empower Community with New Library

With the opening of Manhattan College’s new pride center came their first “Buy us a Book” drive, geared towards alumni and staff. BARBARA VASQUEZ/COURTESY By Barbara Vasquez, Staff Writer With the opening of Manhattan College’s new pride center came their first “Buy us a Book” drive, geared towards alumni and staff.  Rocco Marinaccio, Ph.D. and Tiffany French, co-directors of the center, sent invitations earlier this … Continue reading Pride Center Hopes to Empower Community with New Library

Manhattan College’s Division of Education Adapts to Changes Amidst Shift to the School of Liberal Arts

Division of Education students working on lesson plans in class. MANHATTAN.EDU/COURTESY By Aryanna Santana, Contributor In recent years, Manhattan College has undergone a series of transformations to align its academic divisions with evolving educational trends and student needs. One of the significant shifts witnessed on campus was the transition of the school of education and health to the school of health professions in July.  The … Continue reading Manhattan College’s Division of Education Adapts to Changes Amidst Shift to the School of Liberal Arts

English Meet & Greet Brings Hope to the English Department

Student’s hanging out at English Meet & Greet photographed byDr. Bridget Chalk. NATALIE SCHMITT/ THE QUADRANGLE By Natalie Schmitt, Contributor With students and faculty starting to settle into the semester, the English department held a meet and greet on the Jasper Lawn earlier last week. The event provided delicious local pizza from Salvatores of Soho, live music by the Manhattan College jazz band and a … Continue reading English Meet & Greet Brings Hope to the English Department

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

Voices On the Quad: Performing Arts Students Discuss Budget Cuts

Singers’ President Matt Regaldo, pictured here in a photo for the clubs Instagram account, shared his perspective. @SINGERSMC/COURTESY By Alexandrea Velez, Staff Writer Within the 2023-24 academic school year the majority of clubs and organizations on campus have faced budget cuts unlike any other year. Multiple clubs have had to either dismantle, create dues or create new strategies to cope through the year.  The Quadrangle … Continue reading Voices On the Quad: Performing Arts Students Discuss Budget Cuts

What’s New in Manhattan College’s Dorms?

Sample dorm room from Jasper Hall. MANHATTAN.EDU/COURTESY By Andrew Mannion, Asst. Sports Editor New renovations to Manhattan College’s residence halls have left students in 2023 with upgraded living opportunities on campus.  The Quadrangle had the opportunity to get an inside look, while providing details of all the different residence hall options, showing the state-of-art upgrades and checking in with residents’ feelings about them. Renovated last … Continue reading What’s New in Manhattan College’s Dorms?

The Friendly Fridge is Back

After a tumultuous spring, the Friendly Fridge has returned to serve the community. ZOE DEFAZIO/ THE QUADRANGLE By Zoe DeFazio, Web Editor After a tumultuous spring, the Friendly Fridge has returned to serve the community. After a hiatus to create a new designed system, the volunteers are determined to help those in need of food and goods. The new location, situated on the side wall … Continue reading The Friendly Fridge is Back