MU Residence Life’s New Policies Spark Concerns Over Fairness and Room Checks

A bulletin board outside MU’s Residential Life office encouraging students to apply to become a RA. MADDIE ROSADO / THE QUADRANGLE   Maddie Rosado Managing / News Editor  As Manhattan University’s (MU) Residence Life enforces new safety regulations for the 2025–2026 academic year, students and Resident Assistants (RAs) say the changes have resulted in inconsistent enforcement, unpredictable room checks and growing concerns about fairness.  MU’s Residence Life … Continue reading MU Residence Life’s New Policies Spark Concerns Over Fairness and Room Checks

MU Residence Life Introduces Winter Welcome Program for Commuters

Horan Hall, a suite and apartment-style residential hall at MU. CUPPEK PHOTOGRAPHY / COURTESY Grace Cardinal, Editor-in-Chief  Manhattan University has announced a new commuter residential program for students looking to live on campus during the winter months. The announcement was made on Oct. 15, with applications opening the same day.  According to an email sent to MU commuters, the goal of the program is to … Continue reading MU Residence Life Introduces Winter Welcome Program for Commuters

Manhattan University Welcomes Christina MacNair as the New Associate Director of Residence Life

Christina MacNair, the new associate director of Residence Life CHRISTINA MACNAIR / COURTESY Laili Shahrestani, Features Editor On April 10, Manhattan University welcomed Christina MacNair as the newest addition to the Residence Life team, where she now works as the current associate director of Residence Life.  In the past few years, the Department of Residence Life has undergone various changes in staffing. MacNair’s arrival is … Continue reading Manhattan University Welcomes Christina MacNair as the New Associate Director of Residence Life

Changes Coming to Manhattan University’s Residence Life

Mack Olmsted, Senior Writer Manhattan University’s Department of Residence Life will be undergoing some changes including an increase within the senior staff size of the department, new Resident Assistant (RA) requirements and an updated compensation structure. Ronnie Genee spoke to The Quadrangle about the future of Residence Life.  “I think we’re about to be on the cusp of getting some really good staff members on … Continue reading Changes Coming to Manhattan University’s Residence Life

Residence Life Hosts Event for Jaspers to Create Homemade Valentine’s Day Cards

Flynn Myers, Staff Writer On Feb. 6 in Jasper Hall, resident assistant (RA) and junior Ian Pruiksma held an event for all students to make homemade Valentine’s Day cards. The event provided attendees with all the necessary materials to make the cards and spark their creativity including colorful paper, markers and colored pencils.  Keeping in mind traditional Valentine’s Day gifts and celebrations, Pruiksma wanted to … Continue reading Residence Life Hosts Event for Jaspers to Create Homemade Valentine’s Day Cards

Manhattan University Welcomes Ronnie Genee as the New Residence Life Director

The Office for Residence Life can be found in the fifth floor of Thomas Hall.GOOGLE / COURTESY By Mack Olmsted, Features Editor Manhattan University recently hired a new residence life director, Ronnie Genee, who has returned to his home town of Riverdale to lead campus residents. Residence life has undergone multiple shifts in leadership over the course of a year with Genee being the third … Continue reading Manhattan University Welcomes Ronnie Genee as the New Residence Life Director

Manhattan College Names Eric Rivera The New Director of Residence Life

Lee Hall, a residence hall on campus.MANHATTAN.EDU/COURTESY By Mack Olmsted, Features Editor Manhattan College has recently hired a new residence life director, Eric Rivera, who has years of experience in the field as he has worked in residence life for different institutions during his entire career. Rivera chose to come to MC because he believes the college has a good reputation. Prior to coming to … Continue reading Manhattan College Names Eric Rivera The New Director of Residence Life

The Diversity of MC’s Musical Preferences: Jasper Wrapped

Alyssa Kumar and Thierno Diallo hosted the Jasper Wrapped event in Kelly Commons.  ANGELINA PEREZ/THE QUADRANGLE By Angelina Persaud, Managing Editor/Asst. News Editor What’s one thing all Manhattan College Jaspers have in common? The answer: a great taste in music.  Nestled in the corner near the Starbucks in Kelly Commons, a table was set up to attract students to add their favorite songs to the … Continue reading The Diversity of MC’s Musical Preferences: Jasper Wrapped

Manhattan College Fires Associate Dean of Students and Director of Residence Life Matthew Lewis

Former dean of students and director ofresidence life.LINKEDIN/COURTESY By Mack Olmsted, Features Editor & Zoe DeFazio, Senior Writer Following allegations of inappropriate sexual contact with a Manhattan College student and revelations of sexual performances distributed on X, formerly known as Twitter, and OnlyFans, Manhattan College fired Matt Lewis, associate dean of students and director of residence life, on Nov. 29, 2023. The college considers personnel … Continue reading Manhattan College Fires Associate Dean of Students and Director of Residence Life Matthew Lewis