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Senate Meeting Discusses Campus Dining and Engagement  

Senators discussed the limited availability of coffee on campus, followed by the announcement of hot coffee being added to the Southside Smoothies menu two days later.@MANHATTANU_EATS / INSTAGRAM Barbara Vasquez, Editor-in-Chief  The Manhattan University (MU) Senate held their first meeting of the year on Wednesday, Oct. 7, where they reviewed past initiatives, extending dining hall hours and emphasized a focus on student experience.   Andrew Berg … Continue reading Senate Meeting Discusses Campus Dining and Engagement  

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President Frederick Bonato, Ph.D. Attends Senate Meeting for Annual Reflection

Manhattan University holds the last senate meeting of the semester.  MANHATTAN.EDU/ COURTESY  Brooke Della Rocco, Senior Writer Manhattan University’s (MU) Senate held its final senate meeting of the semester, with the annual appearance of President Frederick Bonato, Ph.D., and Chief Financial Officer James Perrino.  The Senate opened with Perrino giving a brief financial review of the University’s current status. Perrino explained that the financial statements provided … Continue reading President Frederick Bonato, Ph.D. Attends Senate Meeting for Annual Reflection

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Manhattan University Senate Talks Curriculum, Microsoft Switch and Faculty Dining Rooms

Manhattan University’s senate gathers for the first meeting of the spring semester. MANHATTAN.EDU / COURTESY Brooke Della Rocco, Senior Writer The first Manhattan University (MU) senate meeting of the spring semester took place on Tuesday, Feb. 17, where senators spoke about current issues students and faculty face, as well as the future of campus life.  The Educational Affairs Committee (EAC) opened the meeting, with an … Continue reading Manhattan University Senate Talks Curriculum, Microsoft Switch and Faculty Dining Rooms

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Senate Meeting Reveals Need for Student Representation, Reforms and Development on Campus

MU’s recent Open House event for prospective students. MANHATTAN.EDU/COURTESY Erioluwa Akin-Salami, Contributor On Nov. 18, Manhattan University’s Senate held its second meeting of the semester, in which the primary topic discussed was students both on and off campus, including study abroad and foreign exchange students. Discussions were raised about past events, voting and future reforms within the senate. The meeting encouraged discussion amongst the members … Continue reading Senate Meeting Reveals Need for Student Representation, Reforms and Development on Campus

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Manhattan University Senate Meeting Covers Residence Life, Public Safety and Possible  Joint Senate-Student Government Committee

Maria Castano, Staff Writer On Oct. 14, Manhattan University’s Senate met to discuss residence life, public safety, athletic events and a possible new committee between the senate and the student government.  Staff and faculty members attended, including Vice President of Student Life Kristell Lowe, Interim Provost Bridget Chalk, Ph.D., and the student vice president of the O’Malley School of Business, Andrew Berg.   Lowe opened her … Continue reading Manhattan University Senate Meeting Covers Residence Life, Public Safety and Possible  Joint Senate-Student Government Committee

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Manhattan University Senate Meeting Covers Healthcare Costs, Hiring Updates

Photo of Thomas Hall. MANHATTAN.EDU / COURTESY Emmanouel Sofillas, Managing Editor Manhattan University’s Senate held their final meeting in April, where they addressed challenges with employee healthcare, hybrid work policy renewals, Residence Life staffing, and the need for improved communication across departments. The meeting, attended by administrators, faculty, staff and students, featured updates from Robyn Salvo, vice president of Human Resources, Provost Kenneth Sumner, Ph.D., … Continue reading Manhattan University Senate Meeting Covers Healthcare Costs, Hiring Updates

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Senate Discusses Budget Plans, Staffing Levels in Residence Life and the Closing of Starbucks In Kelly Commons

The campus Starbucks, located in Kelly Commons, will be replaced in the near future. MANHATTAN.EDU / COURTESY Brooke Della Rocco, News Editor Manhattan University’s second senate meeting of the semester was held on Tuesday, March 25, where budget planning, low staffing levels in the Department of Residence Life and the shutdown of the Starbucks in Kelly Commons were discussed. President Frederick Bonato Ph.D., was present … Continue reading Senate Discusses Budget Plans, Staffing Levels in Residence Life and the Closing of Starbucks In Kelly Commons

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Manhattan University Senate Meeting Highlights New Prayer Space, Jasper Safe Path and More

Angelina Persaud, Senior Writer Manhattan University’s Senate convened for their first meeting of the 2025 spring semester and highlighted the multifaith prayer space in Kelly Commons, concerns with fitness center maintenance and a new campus safety program with local businesses, among other updates.  The senate began by welcoming two new senators to the committee including provost Kenneth Sumner, Ph.D., and associate professor of chemistry James … Continue reading Manhattan University Senate Meeting Highlights New Prayer Space, Jasper Safe Path and More

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Last Senate Meeting of the Year Talks Future Plans

Thomas Hall is expected to go under renovations again in the next academic year. MANHATTAN.EDU/COURTESY By Brooke DellaRocco, News Editor On April 9, Manhattan College’s senators gathered together to discuss next year’s plans for the college with President Milo Riverso, Ph.D., in attendance. Discussions on how to divide up positions on the Educational Affairs Committee (EAC) and senate, news of upcoming renovations and talk of … Continue reading Last Senate Meeting of the Year Talks Future Plans

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