Be the Change: The Class of 2019
We've been watching you, graduating seniors, and all the contributions you've been making on campus, in New York City and the U.S., and internationally. As the class of 2019 goes on to do great things, we'd like to highlight a few of its members here.
You have truly embodied the Lasallian Catholic values of Manhattan College.
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Ed & Health Majors Make Safety a Priority
Graduating seniors Jordyn DiCostanzo, Emma Kaishian and Caroline Kane helped conduct a walkability assessment this semester in Yonkers that prioritized street safety for children and the disabled.
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Environmental Science Major Surveys Clean Air in NYC
Graduating senior Kieran Schnur ’19 is measuring air pollution in the northwest Bronx and New York City.
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Urban Studies Major Finds Strength in Mindfulness
Graduating senior David Caiafa teaches yoga and mindfulness to help New York City teens prepare for the future.
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Biochemistry Major Explores the Future of Medicine
Aspiring DNA cancer researcher Shereen Chaudhry aims to one day prevent the risk of certain human genetic diseases.
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Standing Together with Flint
A winter break volunteer experience in Michigan helped business student and graduating senior Olivia Gartland understand the reality of the Flint water crisis.
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After Hurricanes, Chemical Engineering Students Lead Puerto Rico Relief Effort
Graduating seniors Giuseppe Costanza and Samantha Rosado led a year-long relief effort in Puerto Rico beginning in 2017.