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Jasper Jams: The Spring Equinox is Almost Upon Us

by Gabriella DePinho & Emily Rumsey, Senior Writer & Contributor Springtime is here! Well, almost. The weather is starting to heat up to more comfortable temperatures so that you won’t lose feelings in your toes while sitting outside for a socially distanced gathering and you can maybe lose the hat and scarf. This change is welcome after the 8th snowiest winter New York City has … Continue reading Jasper Jams: The Spring Equinox is Almost Upon Us

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Manhattan College Student Engagement Announces Virtual Spring Fest

by Victor Franco & Nicole Fitzsimmons, Staff Writer & News Editor  Manhattan College’s annual Spring Fest will be held this year after it’s cancellation during the spring of 2020 – the only difference from previous years is that it will be a virtual event. “We are definitely planning to have Spring Fest this year,” John Bennett, executive director of the Office of Student Engagement, said. … Continue reading Manhattan College Student Engagement Announces Virtual Spring Fest

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Jasper Jams: Grammy Nominees & Snubees

by Gabriella DePinho & Emily Rumsey, Senior Writer & Contributor   JASPER JAMS Music is an integral part of so many people’s lives, from those who make a living from making it themselves to those who love it to even those who only listen when they’re forced to. As the world came to a stop due to the pandemic, the touring industry came to a … Continue reading Jasper Jams: Grammy Nominees & Snubees

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Jasper Jams: Winter Break Edition

by Gabriella DePinho, Senior Writer Though winter break was only a week longer than usual this year, it felt longer because of the time spent away from campus. After campus closed just before Thanksgiving, the semester went on, but the winter break mindset of lounging on the couch and baking cookies kicked in earlier than usual. I finished my classes out despite the desire to … Continue reading Jasper Jams: Winter Break Edition

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Performer Profile: Samantha Santiago

by Lauren Raziano, Staff Writer  Samantha Santiago, a freshman from Yonkers, New York, is studying biology with a side passion for music. She loves to sing and has been doing it since she was young.  “I’ve been singing for as long as I can remember,” Santiago said. “It has always been a way to express myself in a way that was fun. I’ve always loved it.” … Continue reading Performer Profile: Samantha Santiago

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Jasper Jams: It’s Spooky Season

by Gabriella DePinho & Alexa Schmidt, Editor-in-Chief, Managing Editor  As the days get shorter and the weather gets colder, the spooky vibes are creeping in. Maybe you’ve already carved a jack-o’-lantern, watched your favorite Halloween movie with friends or started decorating with fake spiderwebs and 100 percent fake skulls. If not, you better get started so you don’t miss out on one of the most exciting, haunting and horrifying … Continue reading Jasper Jams: It’s Spooky Season

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Coffee House: A Gathering of Friends in a Low Place

by Michevi Dufflart, Senior Writer Several music lovers kicked back in Hayden 100 this past Friday, Feb. 28 at the second Coffee House of the year. Known for its inviting and relaxed atmosphere, Coffee House is an event where students can enjoy and display musical talents in the company of friends. Coffee House was last seen in action on Feb. 12th when Joe Corrao, Chantal Flores … Continue reading Coffee House: A Gathering of Friends in a Low Place

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Coffee House and Sanctus Artem Hold Beatles Themed Jam Session

by Jileen Barrett & Mariana Duque, Assistant A&E Editor & Staff Writer Sanctus Artem and the hosts of Coffee House collaborated to hold a Beatles themed jam session on Tuesday, Feb. 12 in Hayden 109. Erin McWilliams and Chantal Flores (as well as absent host Joe Corrao) chose several of the Fab Four’s most well known songs for the event. McWilliams, a senior chemical engineering major, … Continue reading Coffee House and Sanctus Artem Hold Beatles Themed Jam Session

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Coffee House Show Kick Off for Spring Semester

by Madalyn Johnson & Jessica McKenzie,Web Editor and Asst. Features Editor  The first Coffee House of spring semester, held on Jan. 30, showcased student talent at Manhattan College. The show featured everything from ukulele versions of Panic! At the Disco hits to an original rap about environmental sustainability, MC students proved once again that their talents are unstoppable. Coffee House takes place once a month … Continue reading Coffee House Show Kick Off for Spring Semester

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