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War in the Middle East Taking a Hit to the Economy 

Elaina Batista, Asst. Social Media Editor The war between the United States, Israel and Iran has entered its fifth week, and Iran’s effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz. This conflict has involved attacks on oil infrastructure in neighboring countries, including Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates.  The Strait of Hormuz is where a vast majority that is produced in the Persian Gulf is … Continue reading War in the Middle East Taking a Hit to the Economy 

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MU Announces its Inaugural Class of Faculty Fellows for the ARCH Innovation

All Manhattan University’s Inaugural Arch Innovation Exchange Faculty Fellows  LEYLA MERCADO / THE QUADRANGLE   Leyla J. Mercado, Features Editor & Asst. Social Media Editor On March 9, Manhattan University (MU) announced its inaugural class of faculty fellows for the ARCH Innovation Exchange.  This campus-wide initiative aims to advance access to learning by promoting these values, as fellows build on a range of projects that combine … Continue reading MU Announces its Inaugural Class of Faculty Fellows for the ARCH Innovation

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From Film to Friendship: Andrew McCarthy Speaks on New Book at MU

Kelly Marin and Andrew McCarthy discussing his new book, Who Needs Friends? as a part of the James Patterson Honors Program speaker series.  MARY HALEY / THE QUADRANGLE  Mary Haley, Senior Writer Actor, director and travel writer Andrew McCarthy visited Manhattan University (MU) to discuss his new book, “Who Needs Friends: An Unscientific Examination of Male Friendship Across America,” offering students a candid look at male intimacy, loneliness and … Continue reading From Film to Friendship: Andrew McCarthy Speaks on New Book at MU

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Baseball, Sports

Manhattan Baseball Picks Up Steam as They Head Into Conference Play

Dominate pitching performance by the Jaspers led them to a win.  GOJASPERS / COURTESY  Zeke Jazwinski, Sports Editor As warmer weather returns and campus life picks up across Riverdale, Manhattan University’s (MU) baseball team has found its stride, bouncing back from a rocky start to build early-season momentum and growing confidence heading into conference play. The Jaspers secured a series win over Quinnipiac behind dominant … Continue reading Manhattan Baseball Picks Up Steam as They Head Into Conference Play

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Arts & Entertainment

Center for Career Development Holds “Career Chat” for KSAS Students

The Center for Career Development highlighting upcoming events.  JOSHUA REICHARD / THE QUADRANGLE  Joshua Reichard, Asst. A&E Editor The Center for Career Development at Manhattan University (MU) hosted an event on March 25 for students in the Kakos School of Arts and Sciences (KSAS). The event aimed to help students explore potential career paths and teach them more about the current job market. The event, titled “Explore … Continue reading Center for Career Development Holds “Career Chat” for KSAS Students

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Manhattan University’s Basketball Teams Close Up the ‘25 – ‘26 Season 

Jaden Winston, team leader, pictured handling the ball during one of the men’s games.  GOJASPERS.COM / COURTESY  Laili Shahrestani Editor-in-Chief The Manhattan University (MU) men’s and women’s basketball teams recently finished off the ‘25 – ‘26 season, which first started in November, and has now come to a close. Both teams participated in a total of 31 games, bringing in several wins, as well as … Continue reading Manhattan University’s Basketball Teams Close Up the ‘25 – ‘26 Season 

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Battle of the Brains Caps Engineers Week with Live Engineering Showdown

Engineers Week ends with its Battle of the Brains competition. @MANHATTANEDU / INSTAGRAM Emmanouel Sofillas, Asst. Sports Editor  Manhattan University’s (MU) Engineers Week concluded on Friday, March 6 with one of its most anticipated events, “Battle of the Brains.” The event challenged students in a live engineering competition where students designed and built a mystery device in real time in front of an audience. Held … Continue reading Battle of the Brains Caps Engineers Week with Live Engineering Showdown

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MU’s Mock Trial Team Represents University at Regionals 

Part of Manhattan University’s Mock Trial Association at regionals.   @MANHATTAN_UNIVERSITY_MOCKTRIAL / INSTAGRAM  Sarah Rolka, Asst. Features Editor Manhattan University’s (MU) Mock Trial Association competed regionals on March 1 at Seton Hall University, delivering a strong performance that secured the team a spot at the Midlands tournament next year. MU’s mock trial team has been active for the past four years and operates largely as a student-run … Continue reading MU’s Mock Trial Team Represents University at Regionals 

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New York Water Environment Association Hosts University Night On Campus

NYWEA hosts three presenters to talk about fermentation, DNA analysis and disinfection.  BROOKE DELLA ROCCO / THE QUADRANGLE  Brooke Della Rocco, Senior Writer On Thursday, March 11, the New York Water Environment Association (NYWEA) Metropolitan Chapter attended Manhattan University (MU) for University Night, held down in Leo Hall. At this event, three studies were presented by different students that further investigated different aspects of fermentation, DNA analysis … Continue reading New York Water Environment Association Hosts University Night On Campus

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