# Manhattan University
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# Home
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# Prepared For the Real World.
[ Apply now ](/admissions/apply) [ Schedule a visit ](/admissions/visit)
## Find the path that fits you.
Manhattan is where your passions find purpose. With experience-driven degrees and hands-on learning at every step, you'll build real skills and a clear path toward a successful future that fits who you are.
Explore programs by interest Select an area of interest Business & Management Computer Science & Cybersecurity Data, Analytics & Artificial Intelligence Education & Teaching Engineering Government, Law & Global Studies Health & Medicine Humanities, Philosophy & Religious Studies Media, Arts & Communication Science & Mathematics Social Sciences & Psychology STEM
[ Undergraduate programs ](/academics/programs?level=undergraduate) [ Graduate programs ](/academics/programs?level=graduate)
## Why Manhattan University?
Manhattan University combines strong career outcomes, generous financial aid, and a supportive community—just minutes from New York City—to help turn ambition into achievement.
87%
Working in Their Chosen Field
87% of alumni find work in their chosen field with graduates launching careers at globals companies like IBM, Google, JPMorgan, and Wells Fargo.
Top 50
Highest Graduate Salaries
We're top 50 nationally for highest salaries earned by graduates, with a median salary of $152,400\*
Pay-scale College Sallery Report
96%
Receive Financial Aid
96% of first-year students have received financial aid including grants, scholarships, and/or federal loans.
Manhattan University
## Three Schools. Unlimited Opportunity.
Three distinct schools united by academic excellence and defined by opportunity in New York City. Through internships, employer partnerships, and a global alumni network, students build the skills and professional capital that drive long-term success.
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[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences ](/academics/kakos)The Kakos School of Arts & Sciences builds critical thinking and research skills across the sciences, humanities, and social sciences. Internships and alumni connections throughout New York City position graduates for diverse and evolving careers.
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[The O’Malley School of Business ](/academics/business)The O’Malley School of Business, accredited by AACSB, prepares students in finance, analytics, marketing, and entrepreneurship through hands-on learning and internships across New York City. A strong alumni network connects graduates to opportunities in global markets.
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[School of Engineering ](/academics/engineering)ABET-accredited programs combine rigorous technical education with real-world design experiences tied to New York City’s engineering and technology sectors. Students graduate with practical expertise and a powerful alumni network across leading firms.
## The city is our extended campus.
30 minutes from Mid-town, students have direct access to all that New York City has to offer. From internships to entertainment, it's all just a subway ride away.
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Riverdale: An Oasis in New York City
A residential neighborhood in the Bronx with tree-lined streets, local cafés, and a true campus feel. It’s quiet enough to focus and connected enough to explore.
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Van Cortlandt Park
A large public park located in the Bronx, New York City. At over 1,100 acres, it's the third-largest park in NYC.
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New York City
The world’s most dynamic city is your extended classroom. Internships, networking, and career pathways start just a subway ride away.
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The Bronx
Culture, history, food, and innovation all in one borough. The Bronx is home to global brands, creative energy, and a strong sense of community.
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World-Class Museums
From art and design to science and history, New York City’s museums are part of your learning experience. Access to exhibitions, archives, and cultural institutions turns curiosity into real-world insight.
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## Life at Manhattan University
Manhattan University offers a welcoming campus community where students feel known, supported, and inspired. Set in Riverdale with New York City nearby, you get the comfort of a close-knit environment and the opportunity of a global city.
[ Explore Student Life ](/student-life)
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[Living on Campus ](/offices/residence-life)Live where you learn. Manhattan University offers safe, supportive on-campus housing and great dining options so you can be close to classes, friends, and all the action.
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[Clubs and Organizations ](/student-life/clubs-organizations)Find your people. Manhattan University has 80+ clubs and organizations where you can lead, create, and connect beyond the classroom.
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[Health and Wellness ](/student-life/health-services)Your well-being is part of your success. Manhattan University provides comprehensive health and wellness resources, including counseling, fitness, and supportive services designed to help you thrive academically and personally.
## Manhattan University in the News
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](/news/archive/2026/06/manhattan-university-responds-to-magnifica-humanitas) [ Manhattan University Responds to Magnifica Humanitas ](/news/archive/2026/06/manhattan-university-responds-to-magnifica-humanitas)Manhattan University responds to Magnifica Humanitas, emphasizing human dignity, solidarity and the common good in the age of artificial intelligence.
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](/news/archive/2026/06/real-data-real-stakes-business-analytics-competition-2026) [ Real Data, Real Stakes at the 11th Business Analytics Competition ](/news/archive/2026/06/real-data-real-stakes-business-analytics-competition-2026)The O'Malley School of Business hosted the 11th annual Business Analytics Competition (BAC@MU), welcoming 21 teams and nearly 100 participants worldwide.
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](/news/archive/2026/05/manhattan-university-announces-bridget-chalk-as-provost) [ Manhattan University Announces the Appointment of Bridget Chalk, Ph.D., as Provost ](/news/archive/2026/05/manhattan-university-announces-bridget-chalk-as-provost)Manhattan University has appointed Bridget Chalk, Ph.D., as provost. A longtime English professor, she has served as associate dean and interim provost.
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](/news/archive/2026/05/manhattan-university-dining-services-nacufs-honors) [ Manhattan University Dining Services Earns Multiple NACUFS Honors ](/news/archive/2026/05/manhattan-university-dining-services-nacufs-honors)Manhattan University Dining Services earned multiple 2026 NACUFS honors, led by a Gold award for Zaro's Family Bakery in Retail Sales: Single Concept.
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## Prepare for the Real World
At Manhattan University, your education is built around who you are and where you want to go. Whether you’re ready to apply or just starting to explore, take the next step when you’re ready — we’re here to help.
[Visit Manhattan University](/admissions/visit)
[Apply Today](/admissions/apply)
[Request Information](/admissions/request-information)
[Explore Virtual Tour](https://www.youvisit.com/tour/62170/)
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# Admissions & Aid
Manhattan University
# Admissions & Aid
Whether you're just starting your college search or ready to take the next step, Manhattan University offers career-focused programs, personal attention, and the power of New York City.
[ Request for Information ](/admissions/undergraduate/request-information)
[ Visit Campus ](/admissions/visit) [ Apply Now ](/admissions/apply)
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[Undergraduate Students
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Build real momentum from day one with hands-on learning, NYC internships, small classes, and the Jasper Guarantee, our fixed tuition promise designed to keep your education affordable and predictable.
Explore Undergraduate Admissions
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[Graduate Students
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Advance your career with flexible master’s and certificate programs offered online and in accelerated formats across business, engineering, education, healthcare, STEM, and the arts.
Explore Graduate Admissions
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[Transfer Students
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Bring your credits and your ambition. We will help you transition smoothly, maximize transfer credits, and stay on track toward a career-ready degree.
Explore Transfer Admissions
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[International Students
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Turn your global perspective into opportunity with clear admissions guidance, personalized support, and direct access to one of the world’s most dynamic cities.
Explore International Admissions
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[Veterans and Military
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Continue your mission with flexible pathways, clear guidance, and career-focused programs designed to support your next chapter and long-term success.
Explore Veterans and Military
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Degree Programs
## Find the degree that is right for you.
From engineering and business to the arts and sciences, Manhattan University offers programs designed for real-world impact. With hands-on learning, industry connections, and the advantage of New York City, you’ll find a degree that aligns with your goals and prepares you for what’s next.
[ Explore all Programs ](/academics/programs) [ View Undergraduate Programs ](/academics/programs/undergraduate) [ View Graduate Programs ](/academics/programs/graduate)
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# Academics
Manhattan University
# Academics
**Explore more than 100 programs across three schools, taught in small classes near the heart of New York City.**
Manhattan University pairs the range of programming you would expect at a large university with the personalized attention of a small Lasallian Catholic school. From undergraduate majors and minors to graduate degrees, online options, and professional certificates, you will find a path built around how you learn and where you want to go.
[ Request Information ](/admissions/request-information)
[ visit Manhattan University ](/admissions/visit)
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## Small Classroom, Big Opportunity
At Manhattan University, learning comes alive through immersive, hands-on experiences in New York City and beyond. Students study abroad, conduct one-on-one research with faculty, and pursue internships at organizations across the region. Backed by academic support services, tutoring, and career workshops, every Jasper has the guidance needed to graduate and succeed. Our campus is a place of lively exchange, where world-class scholars challenge norms and prepare students to make an impact well beyond the classroom.
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## Find the Program That Fits Your Path
Whether you are starting your undergraduate journey, advancing with a graduate degree, or returning to sharpen a skill, Manhattan University offers a program built around your goals. Explore the paths below to see where a Jasper education can take you.
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[Undergraduate Programs
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Choose from dozens of majors and minors across business, engineering, arts, and the sciences, each built on close faculty mentorship and real-world learning.
Explore Majors & Minors
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[Graduate Programs
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Advance your career with master's degrees and advanced certificates in business, engineering, education, counseling, and the sciences.
Explore Graduate Programs
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[Adult and Professional Programs
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Return, reskill, or advance with flexible programs designed to fit your goals and your schedule at every stage of your career.
Explore Adult & Professional Programs
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[Non-Credit & Certificate Programs
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Earn a certificate, pursue a passion, or sharpen a skill through courses, workshops, and lectures open to learners of all ages.
Explore Non-Credit & Certificates
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[Honors Program
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Join the James Patterson Honors Program for an enriched curriculum, close faculty engagement, and a community of motivated peers.
Explore Honors Programs
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[Online Programs
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Earn a Manhattan University degree on a schedule that fits your life, with the same faculty and rigor as on campus.
Explore Online Programs
By the Numbers
## An Education That Adds Up
Manhattan University pairs the breadth of a larger institution with the close, personal attention of a small school. With small classes, dedicated faculty, and hands-on experience built into the curriculum, students graduate ready to step into their fields and make an impact.
100+
Majors, minors, and graduate programs
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Accelerate Your Degree
## [Go Further in Five Years](/academics/5-year-programs)
Manhattan University's 5-Year and Seamless Programs let you earn both a bachelor's and a master's degree in a single, streamlined pathway, saving you time and tuition while deepening your expertise before you enter the workforce. Spanning the O'Malley School of Business, the Kakos School of Arts and Sciences, and the School of Engineering, these programs are built for motivated students ready to take the next step early.
**Explore accelerated pathways across business, education, psychology, and engineering.**
[Explore 5 Year Programs at Manhattan University](/academics/5-year-programs "5 Year Programs")
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Business
Combine your undergraduate degree with an MBA through the O'Malley B.S./MBA pathways in business and professional accounting, or the liberal arts B.A./MBA.
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Education
Move seamlessly from a bachelor's to an M.S. Ed. in childhood and special education, earning your master's with one additional year of study.
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Psychology & Counseling
Advance from a psychology B.A. toward a master's in school counseling, mental health counseling, or marriage and family therapy through Kakos accelerated pathways.
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Engineering
Qualified engineering students can pursue a Seamless Master's Degree in chemical, civil, computer, electrical, environmental, or mechanical engineering, finishing in as few as five years.
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Education in New York City
## Learn in One of the World's Greatest Classrooms
Just minutes from the heart of New York City, Manhattan University gives students unmatched access to the companies, institutions, and cultural landmarks that define their fields. From finance and engineering to media, healthcare, and the arts, students translate classroom learning into internships, research, and professional connections across the region. New York is not just our location. It is part of how our students learn.
[ Explore Our NYC Location ](/about/new-york-city-location)
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## Prepare for the Real World
At Manhattan University, your education is built around who you are and where you want to go. Whether you’re ready to apply or just starting to explore, take the next step when you’re ready — we’re here to help.
[Apply Today](/admissions/apply)
[Visit Manhattan University](/admissions/visit)
[Request Information](/admissions/undergraduate/request-information)
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# Student Life
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Life at Manhattan
# Life at Manhattan starts in New York City
From your residence hall in Riverdale to internships in midtown, your Manhattan University experience is shaped by the people you meet, the work you do, and the city you call home.
[ Explore Residence Life ](/offices/residence-life) [ Learn More About Housing ](/student-life/housing)
## Getting Involved
What you choose to study is one part of your story at Manhattan. How you get involved on campus is another. Our [Lasallian](https://manhattan.edu/about/lasallian-catholic.php) community is made up of people from all backgrounds and experiences who come to Manhattan University with different ideas and interests. The best way to experience it all and find your niche is to join a club, volunteer for a service opportunity or attend an event on campus.
[Service & Social Action](/student-life/social-action-service)
[Campus Ministry](/mission-ministry/campus-ministry)
[Clubs & Organizations](/campus-life/clubs-orgs)
[Student Engagement](/student-life/about/student-engagement)
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Men's & Women's NCAA Division 1 Teams
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Clubs, Organizations & Service Opportunities
## Campus Life
Living on campus gives you the full Jasper experience, from spending sunny afternoons studying on the Quad with your roommates, to grabbing a late-night bite to eat in Locke’s Loft after a basketball game at Draddy Gym. Our campus is classically beautiful and truly unique; it offers a slice of serenity just a subway ride away from the excitement of midtown Manhattan.
[Housing](/student-life/housing)
[Dining](/student-life/dining)
[Residence Life Programs](/offices/residence-life)
## Finding Support
University is a journey best experienced with others. We welcome students of all backgrounds, lifestyles and experiences into our inclusive, open-minded campus community. Our student Fitness Center is a great place to hone a healthy lifestyle, and the Health Services Office and Counseling Center provide confidential services and support to keep you feeling your best. Manhattan’s campus is secured 24/7 by Public Safety officers who are committed to the care and wellbeing of all students.
[Health & Wellness](/student-life/health-services)
[Campus Safety](/student-life/campus-safety)
## Inclusive Community
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The Jasper community is made up of diverse opinions, backgrounds, lifestyles and faiths. Our campus is a place of lively exchange and learning.
One of the most important parts of our Lasallian mission is to provide education for all, regardless of background or economic class. This ideal dates back to the work of our founder, Saint John Baptist de La Salle, who opened schools for the poor and underprivileged in France.
Today, this same principle translates into a truly inclusive community at Manhattan University. Located in one of the world’s most diverse cities, the University has educated and supported New York City’s own for years. More than 30% of our students identify as minorities, and an additional 32% of undergraduates are the first in their families to attend university. While we’re a Catholic institution, you don’t have to be Catholic to attend. We welcome students of all faiths, traditions and backgrounds to become Jaspers.
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[A Place for All Students ](/student-life/the-multicultural-center)Manhattan University’s Multicultural Center is a resource for all students, particularly those with diverse backgrounds and perspectives. The Center organizes cultural programs, dialogue series and leadership development opportunities for students of color. We offer a space for all to discuss issues of race, religion, diversity and identity. Additionally, we have a variety of cultural student clubs that celebrate different ethnicities by hosting events and giving students an opportunity to build community.
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[Gender Inclusivity & Respect ](/student-life/women-gender-resource-center)The Women and Gender Resource Center is an inclusive space for students having experiences related to gender, sexuality, and sexual identity, as well as gender-based violence survivor response and support. It focuses on support, education, referrals, outreach, empowerment for students, as well as supporting research and scholarship on gender and sexuality.
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[International Students ](/academics/global-engagement/services)New York City is a true melting pot of cultures, and Manhattan University reflects this diversity as well. International students work closely with our Office of International Student & Scholar Services for assistance with visas and support in adjusting to life in America. Other support services include the International Student Association, an on-campus community of students from around the world, and a weekly support group for international students offered by the Counseling Center.
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[Commuter Students ](/campus-life/commuter)The office of Commuter Services and Outreach creates opportunities for commuter students to network and integrate into the University community. Its programs and outreach allow commuter students to meet, share issues and express concerns and receive support. This ensures that their needs are met and addressed by the campus community. Commuter Services and Outreach offers a wide range of services and programs.
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[Pride Center ](/campus-life/pride-center)The Pride Center is an inclusive space to create and foster a supportive environment for students, faculty, employees, and alumni who identify as LGBTQ+, as well as strengthen the community connection between LGBTQ+ Jaspers and our allies.
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# Mission & Ministry
Manhattan University
# Mission & Ministry
**Rooted in 1853, alive in everything we do today.**
Manhattan University is a Lasallian Catholic institution where faith, learning, and service shape how students live and lead. Our mission inspires the classroom, the chapel, and the communities we serve across New York City and around the world.
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Our Lasallian Catholic Identity
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The Manhattan University Difference
## Our Lasallian Catholic Identity
Manhattan University was founded in 1853 by the Brothers of the Christian Schools, a Catholic teaching order inspired by Saint John Baptist de La Salle, the patron saint of teachers. More than 170 years later, that founding vision still shapes who we are. The word "Lasallian" is far more than a label. It is a way of teaching, learning, and living that places the dignity of every person at the center of education.
Born in 17th-century Reims, France, De La Salle left a life of wealth and ordained ministry to serve children who had been denied an education. He believed that learning was the most powerful path out of poverty and that every student deserved a teacher who saw them, knew them, and walked with them. That commitment, to the student as a whole person and to education as an act of service, is what it means to be Lasallian today.
At Manhattan University, our Lasallian Catholic mission drives everything we do: how we teach, how we serve, how we welcome students of every faith and background, and how we send our graduates into the world ready to make it more just.
[ Explore Our Lasallian Catholic Heritage ](/about/lasallian-catholic-heritage)
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The Five Lasallian Principles What Guides Us
## The Five Lasallian Principles
Five core principles guide the daily life of our community. They shape our classrooms, our ministries, our service work, and our relationships with one another.
Faith in the Presence of God
We believe in the living presence of God within each individual. Education becomes a vocation, and every classroom, conversation, and act of service is an opportunity to recognize the sacred in one another and to foster the gifts each person brings to the world.
Excellence in Teaching
Education is at the heart of who we are. Our faculty and staff see it as their vocation to faithfully serve and educate the next generation, investing in first-generation, minority, and financially supported students through personalized instruction and close mentorship so every Jasper can thrive.
Respect for Human Dignity and Inclusive Community
We believe every human being deserves dignity and respect. Our Jasper community brings together people of different opinions, backgrounds, and experiences, and we are Catholic and welcoming. We celebrate Mass, host Jummah prayer for Muslim students, and support every faith and identity, building a community where all are seen and supported on and off campus.
An Emphasis on Ethical Conduct
We are called to act with integrity. Rooted in De La Salle's ideals of civility, charity, and respect, we form students to make principled decisions, take responsibility for their choices, and carry honesty and moral courage into their work and relationships.
Concern for the Poor and Social Justice
We stand in solidarity with the poor and advocate for those suffering from injustice. Through service, advocacy, and immersive learning, our community works to improve the immediate conditions of those in need and to address the root causes of poverty and injustice in our city and around the world.
Office of Mission ## The Office of Mission
The Office of Mission supports the entire Manhattan University community in understanding and living out our distinctive Lasallian Catholic identity. Working with schools, departments, and programs across campus, the office helps ensure that the five Lasallian principles remain visible and active in everything Manhattan does.
Through Lasallian and Catholic formation programs, the Lasallian Educator Awards, and ongoing consultation with faculty and staff, the Office of Mission helps every part of the University connect its work to our founding tradition.
### What the Office of Mission Supports
- Lasallian and Catholic formation programs
- Lasallian Educator Awards
- Mission Week programming each spring
- Lasallian feast days and reflection resources
- Consultation with academic departments and offices
- Strategic alignment with the University's Lasallian identity
Contact: | 718-862-7734
[Visit the Office of Mission ](/offices/mission)
Campus Ministry Faith, Service, and Belonging
## [Campus Ministry](/mission-ministry/campus-ministry)
At Manhattan University, Campus Ministry works to ensure that everyone on campus, regardless of faith or religious tradition, has an opportunity to worship and grow spiritually. Rooted in the Gospel, Catholic Social Teaching, and our Lasallian mission, our community welcomes students of every faith background and honors religious celebrations of all kinds.
[Explore Campus Ministry](/campus-life/campus-ministry)
Religious Services
Campus Ministry facilitates the celebration of Masses, morning prayers, meditations, Advent and Lenten reflections, Jummah prayer for Muslim students, and transportation to local Jewish synagogues throughout the academic year.
Spiritual Retreats
Each month during the semester, Agape Latte hosts a coffee house style speaker series that offers a social, welcoming environment for students looking to explore how faith applies to real life questions and everyday situations.
Agape Latte Speaker Series
Each month during the semester, Agape Latte hosts a coffee house style speaker series that offers a social, welcoming environment for students looking to explore how faith applies to real life questions and everyday situations.
Faith-Based Student Groups
Grow your faith alongside peers by joining one of the many spiritual and worship groups on campus, where students gather for prayer, conversation, and community across a range of religious traditions.
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## Prepare for the Real World
At Manhattan University, your education is built around who you are and where you want to go. Whether you’re ready to apply or just starting to explore, take the next step when you’re ready — we’re here to help.
[Visit Manhattan University](/admissions/visit)
[Apply Today](/admissions/apply)
[Request Information](/admissions/request-information)
[Explore Virtual Tour](https://www.youvisit.com/tour/62170/)
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# Giving to Manhattan University
Giving to Manhattan University
**Your Gift Means a World of Difference**
Our Lasallian Catholic mission is focused on fostering student growth and development of the mind, body and spirit. A Manhattan University education – and all it encompasses – gives our students a distinct advantage in their careers and personal lives. Your gift helps to address a wide range of essential needs, including providing financial aid, enriching student services, enhancing academic programs and facilities, and developing new and promising resources and initiatives.
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[Ways to Give](/giving/ways-to-give)
[Connect with Us](/giving/meet-the-team)
## Support What Matters Most
Your gift to Manhattan University can help in a myriad of ways. Gifts can be donated for general use or for a specific purpose. Some ways in which gifts are utilized within the Manhattan University community include:
- Funding for scholarships and financial aid, ensuring a Manhattan University education is within reach for all students
- Renovating Manhattan's historic facilities so the University can remain competitive
- Updating technology in classrooms to ensure students can continue to receive a cutting-edge education
- Enriching student experiences through activities, service opportunities, and career planning
- Supporting athletic programs
How Your Gift Is Used
Scholarships &. Financial Aid
Scholarships and financial aid widen opportunities for students and help Manhattan University compete for the best students. Our commitment to ensuring that all young minds have access to a first-rate education is inspired by John Baptist de La Salle, who took on the monumental task of educating the poor instead of enjoying a comfortable life in the church. De La Salle heeded the call, and we hope you will too. Watch the videos above to see how students have benefited from scholarships and financial aid.
Capital Improvements
#### Facilities
Manhattan University's beautiful Riverdale campus was built in the 1920's. As with all historic institutions, our facilities require extensive ongoing upkeep. From daily maintenance, grounds work and housekeeping, to classroom upgrades and necessary repairs, your gift supplies this essential need. The Manhattan University campus is a home to our residential students (three-quarters of our overall student population) and your gift ensures our academic oasis in Riverdale remains well maintained and provides adequate spaces for learning and collaboration.
#### Technology Initiatives
Advancements in technology and the accompanying evolution of modes of teaching and learning have changed the landscape of higher education. It's essential that we provide sophisticated technological resources for every student. Today's learning is often technology-based, requiring online access to scholarly journals, specialized computer programs, and collaborative learning software. Your gift ensures the University has the resources to maintain a high standard and continues to provide the extraordinary level of academic excellence to which our mission calls us.
Student Services & Programming
#### Student Activity Programming
Extracurricular activities enrich our students' lives by providing an outlet for their talents and by giving opportunities to build lifelong friendships. With more than 60 clubs and organizations offered by the University, there's something for everyone. All Manhattan University students profit from this rich array of pre-professional and focused-interest clubs, as well as from exposure to the cultural riches of New York City itself.
The Student Engagement office also helps develop essential life skills, such as assertiveness, excellent written and oral communication skills, effective leadership, teamwork, financial management, and commitment. Your generous donation makes this rewarding part of student life possible.
#### Campus Ministry and Social Action
Naturally, the Lasallian Catholic experience would not be complete without opportunities for spiritual growth and service to others. Campus Ministry and Social Action provides students with both guidance and occasions to serve. Some of the service organizations that our students volunteer with are Part of the Solution Soup Kitchen, Methodist Home for Nursing and Rehabilitation, and the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life. In addition, students work with blood drives and tutor local children and teens. Your gift underwrites this defining aspect of Catholic student life.
#### Mentoring and Career Services
Mentoring and career services provide the bridge from school to self sufficiency. As Lasallian education strives to provide each student with marketable skills to forge a career, these transitional programs help transform the student from undergraduate to career professional. Students make important contacts through individualized counseling, internships and placement services. Your gift ensures that our students have the resources they need to make a successful transition into the working world.
Jasper Athletics
At Manhattan University, athletics is more than the thrill of success and the fun of competition. Student athletes finesse their jump shots and serves, but also grow spiritually through relationships with their teammates and coaches. They build character and become involved in the University's tradition of producing outstanding student-athletes. They develop into smart and highly motivated business men and women, teachers, engineers and lawyers. Because of their training in the classroom and in their chosen sport, these Jaspers are able to build successful careers and make a difference in their professions.
Through financial support, hundreds of generous donors help make transformation and success possible. Your gift can help refurbish our existing athletics facilities, available to all of our students, including Draddy Gymnasium and Gaelic Park, as well as our fitness center and workout areas.
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Manhattan University
4513 Manhattan College Parkway
Memorial Hall, Room 100
Riverdale, NY 10471
Office Hours
Monday †Friday
9 a.m. †4:30 p.m.
Questions? We're Here to Help
Phone: 718-862-7434
Fax: 718-862-8021
Email:
Contact Information
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title: "About"
url: "/about"
type: page
date: 2026-01-22
updated: 2026-04-23
---
# About
Manhattan University
# About Manhattan University
**A Lasallian Catholic University in New York City**
Our beautiful campus offers a serene escape from city life with easy access to the culture and opportunities of midtown Manhattan.
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## Meet Manhattan
Manhattan University offers the best of both worlds: a beautiful, residential campus in the Bronx and direct access to the culture, opportunity, and professional energy of New York City.
Founded in 1853 by the Brothers of the Christian Schools, Manhattan is grounded in the Lasallian Catholic tradition — a mission-centered approach to education that emphasizes academic excellence, service to others, and opportunity for all.
## Who We Are
For more than 170 years, Manhattan University has prepared students not only for successful careers, but for lives of leadership and purpose.
Our campus, located just 35 minutes from midtown Manhattan, provides a close-knit academic community within one of the world’s most dynamic cities. Here, students experience:
- A strong liberal arts foundation
- Rigorous professional and technical programs
- Faculty mentorship rooted in teaching excellence
- A community shaped by faith, respect, and social responsibility
We educate the whole person — intellectually, professionally, and ethically.
Students from around the world choose Manhattan University for its excellent educational programs, beautiful NYC campus and unparalleled career opportunities.
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## Our Vision
Manhattan University empowers graduates who lead with competence and conscience.
Grounded in tradition and responsive to change, a Jasper education blends liberal learning with hands-on, real-world experience. Our students develop the skills, perspective, and confidence to adapt, innovate, and serve in an evolving global landscape.
Guided by faith, history, and strategic leadership, Manhattan continues to strengthen its national reputation as a top-value institution committed to student success.
## What Makes Us Distinctive
Students from around the world choose Manhattan University for:
- Personalized academic programs
- Direct access to New York City industries
- A supportive campus community
- Career preparation that begins on day one
Our students don’t just attend Manhattan — they become Jaspers. Through internships, research, service, and leadership opportunities, they graduate prepared to contribute meaningfully to their communities and professions.
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title: "Visit Manhattan University"
url: "/admissions/visit"
type: page
date: 2026-01-30
updated: 2026-06-18
---
# Visit Manhattan University
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# Prepared For the Real World
Discover a campus rooted in values, fueled by opportunity, and ready to prepare your student for a future of success—in Riverdale, just minutes from Manhattan.
[ Virtual Information Session ](https://manhattan.edu/admissions/visit/index.php) [ Graduate Open House ](https://manhattan.edu/admissions/graduate/gradopenhouse) [ Schedule a Daily Visit ](https://apply.manhattan.edu/portal/campustours)
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## Start Your Story. Pursue Your Purpose.
At Manhattan University, education is more than academics—it’s about becoming. Our Lasallian tradition emphasizes respect, community, and service, while our location in New York City opens doors to internships, culture, and careers.
When you visit, you’ll see how students thrive through:
- Personalized support from professors who know them by name
- Career-focused academics blending liberal arts with professional pathways
- A vibrant community of peers, mentors, and alumni who believe in their success
[ Discover the Jasper Difference ](https://manhattan.edu/admissions/jasper-guarantee)
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[Daily Campus Visits ](https://apply.manhattan.edu/portal/campustours)Join us for a daily undergraduate campus visit to explore Manhattan University, tour our scenic campus, connect with our community, and experience what life as a Jasper is all about.
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Graduate Info Session
Attend a graduate information session to explore advanced programs across business, engineering, education, healthcare, STEM, and the arts, and see how each discipline supports your professional goals.
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Veteran Info Sessions
Veterans and military-connected students are invited to personalized visit experiences and information sessions that showcase dedicated support services, flexible pathways, and career-focused academic programs.
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See Where Academics, Community, and Opportunity Meet
## What to Expect During Your Visit
At Manhattan University, education is about becoming, grounded in Lasallian Catholic values of respect, community, and service, and powered by opportunities across New York City. During your visit, you will connect with admissions and students, explore campus spaces, and learn about academics, scholarships, and career outcomes. We will make planning easy with clear directions, parking information, and local recommendations to help you make the most of your time here.
[Plan a Visit to Manhattan University](/admissions/visit)
[Get Directions to Campus](/admissions/visit/maps-directions)
[Explore Hotels](/admissions/visit/local-accomodations)
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Because You Want What’s Best — So Do We
## For Parents & Families
From residence life to career readiness, safety to student support, Manhattan University partners with families to give every student what they need to succeed. Our values-driven education prepares graduates for professional success and purposeful lives.
[Resources for Parents and Families](/admissions/parents)
[Get Directions to Campus](https://manhattan.edu/admissions/visit/maps-directions.php)
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## Prepare for the Real World
At Manhattan University, your education is built around who you are and where you want to go. Whether you’re ready to apply or just starting to explore, take the next step when you’re ready — we’re here to help.
[Visit Manhattan University](/admissions/visit)
[Apply Today](/admissions/apply)
[Request Information](/admissions/request-information)
[Explore Virtual Tour](https://www.youvisit.com/tour/62170/)
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title: "Lasallian Catholic Heritage"
url: "/about/lasallian-catholic-heritage"
type: page
date: 2026-02-03
updated: 2026-06-18
---
# Lasallian Catholic Heritage
About Manhattan
# Lasallian Catholic Heritage
Manhattan University is a Lasallian Catholic institution founded in 1853 by the Brothers of the Christian Schools, a teaching order started by Saint John Baptist de La Salle, patron saint of teachers. The word “Lasallian†is derived from De La Salle’s name, but is much more than just a label. The Lasallian mission drives everything we do. It’s an integral part of who we are and how we live.
[ History ](/about/history-of-manhattan-university)
[ Mission & Ministry ](/mission-ministry)
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### We are a Lasallian Catholic university offering a transformative education that touches your mind and heart. We strive to promote faith, respect, education, community and social justice.
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Manhattan University is a Lasallian Catholic institution founded in 1853 by the Brothers of the Christian Schools, a teaching order started by Saint John Baptist de La Salle, patron saint of teachers. The word “Lasallian†is derived from De La Salle’s name, but is much more than just a label. The Lasallian mission drives everything we do. It’s an integral part of who we are and how we live.
### How it Started
Saint John Baptist de La Salle was born into a wealthy family in Reims, France during the 17th century. He was well-educated, held a doctoral degree and was an ordained priest at the Cathedral of Reims. However, De La Salle found himself called to serve the poor and disadvantaged, specifically children, whose lack of access to education was perpetuating poverty.
Responding to these needs, he began to establish schools. He lived the remainder of his life among the poor, ministering to his teachers (his Brothers) and touching the minds and hearts of his students so that they might lead more purposeful lives.
De La Salle’s commitment to education as a means to lift the disadvantaged out of poverty has impacted generations of students around the world. Our Lasallian community is built on this commitment to education, to generosity of spirit, and of the power of education to change lives.
## What This Means Today
Hundreds of years later, De La Salle's mission inspires us today. We continue to live out the five core Lasallian principles:
### #### Faith in the presence of God
We believe in the living presence of God within each individual. We also believe that everyone has valuable gifts to contribute to our world, and that education is the best way to foster these gifts. Along with the Brothers, who still actively teach and work at Manhattan, our faculty and staff see it as their vocation to faithfully serve and educate the next generation.
### #### Excellence in Teaching
Education is at the core of who we are as a University community. Following in the footsteps of our founder, we strive to make education accessible to as many people as possible by supporting first-generation students, minority students, and financially disadvantaged families. Through dedicated teaching, personalized instruction, and close mentorship, we are committed to providing the highest quality education so that our students can live fruitful lives and make a positive impact on the world.
### #### Respect for Human Dignity and Inclusive Community
We believe that every human being deserves dignity and respect. Our Jasper community is comprised of people who have different opinions and ways of thinking, who come from diverse backgrounds and experiences, and we value good conversation, debate, and learning from one another. While we are a Catholic institution, we work to ensure everyone has the opportunity to worship as they please, offering Mass, Jummah prayer for our Muslim students, and transportation to local synagogues in Riverdale. Open-mindedness and acceptance are integral to our work, building a community where all are welcomed and known
### #### An Emphasis on Ethical Conduct
We are called to act with integrity in all that we do. Rooted in De La Salle's enduring ideals of civility, charity, and respect for our neighbor, we form students to make principled decisions, take responsibility for their choices, and carry honesty and moral courage into their work and their relationships. Ethical conduct shapes how we live and learn together as a community.
### #### Concern for the Poor and Social Justice
We stand in solidarity with the poor and advocate for those suffering from social injustices. Rather than just giving charity, we strive to create lasting social change by working to fix the root causes of poverty and injustice. Our Lasallian Outreach Volunteer Experience (L.O.V.E.) is our flagship service-immersion and social action experience for students.
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## On Campus and Beyond
The Lasallian community extends well beyond our campus. When you attend Manhattan University, you become affiliated with an international network of Lasallian institutions that span the globe. Our students take advantage of this network in a number of ways:
- Study abroad programs hosted at foreign Lasallian universities
- Funded research projects that focus on specific Lasallian topics
- Service trips to work at Lasallian schools and communities
- Post-graduate opportunities to serve in Lasallian communities
(Pictured left) Last August, Brother Augustine (Gus) Nicoletti, FSC, D.Min., Ed.D., vice president for mission, traveled to Kenya for a friends and family service trip in support of a Lasallian charitable organization, The Centre of Love Foundation (TCOLF). TCOLF works to assist underserved communities in Nairobi by providing education and access to clean water.
During the weeklong trip, Brother Gus and six other volunteers conducted outreach at several sites near Nairobi, including an orphanage, a school for impoverished children run by the Ngong Road Children’s Foundation, and Cheshire Home, as well as a shelter operated by Catholic sisters for unhoused elderly people.
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title: "Component Demo Page - All Paragraphs"
url: "/component-demo-page-all-paragraphs"
type: page
date: 2026-02-06
updated: 2026-02-12
---
# Component Demo Page - All Paragraphs
Welcome to Manhattan University
# Component Demo Page
HERO: This page demonstrates all available paragraph components and their style variations. Use this as a reference for content entry training.
[ Manhattan.edu ](https://manhattan.edu)
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---
title: "Events"
url: "/events"
type: page
date: 2026-02-10
updated: 2026-06-18
---
# Events
## All Events
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---
title: "News"
url: "/news"
type: page
date: 2026-02-10
updated: 2026-02-11
---
# News
# Manhattan University News
Title
FILTER ### Category
Academics
Events
Faculty Accolades
Jasper Stories
Lasallian & Catholic Mission
New York City
Office of the President
Rankings & Recognition
Research
Student Achievements
[ 
](/news/archive/2026/04/manhattan-university-professor-named-paul-mellon-fellow) [ Manhattan University Professor Daniel Savoy Named Paul Mellon Fellow ](/news/archive/2026/04/manhattan-university-professor-named-paul-mellon-fellow)Daniel Savoy, Ph.D., has been named a Paul Mellon Fellow for 2026–2027, earning one of the nation’s most prestigious honors in art and architectural research.
[ 
](/news/archive/2026/03/dr-lawrence-udeigwe-director-integrative-programs-arch-initiative) [ Dr. Lawrence Udeigwe named as Director of Integrative Programs for ARCH Initiative ](/news/archive/2026/03/dr-lawrence-udeigwe-director-integrative-programs-arch-initiative)Manhattan University welcomes Dr. Lawrence Udeigwe as Director of Integrative Programs for the ARCH Innovation Exchange, supporting interdisciplinary majors and innovation.
[ 
](/news/archive/2026/03/inaugural-arch-innovation-exchange-faculty-fellows) [ Manhattan University Announces Inaugural ARCH Innovation Exchange Faculty Fellows ](/news/archive/2026/03/inaugural-arch-innovation-exchange-faculty-fellows)Eight Manhattan University faculty members have been named the inaugural ARCH Innovation Exchange Faculty Fellows. Their projects will foster new interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation across the University.
[ 
](/news/archive/2026/03/dr-anthony-d-mercando-76-to-inaugurate-archtalk-series) [ ARCHtalk Series Debuts with Dr. Anthony D. Mercando’s “AI in Health Care: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly†](/news/archive/2026/03/dr-anthony-d-mercando-76-to-inaugurate-archtalk-series)Manhattan University’s inaugural lecture in its ARCHtalk series by Anthony D. Mercando, M.D., titled “AI in Health Care: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly,†was held on Thursday, February 26, at Manhattan University. Dr. Mercando is a 1976 summa cum laude graduate of the University with a degree in electrical engineering. He then went on to earn his medical degree from Harvard Medical School and the Harvard-MIT Division of Health Sciences and Technology.
[ 
](/news/archive/2026/02/two-manhattan-university-alums-elected-to-prestigious-national-academy-of-engineering) [ Two Manhattan University Alums Elected to Prestigious National Academy of Engineering ](/news/archive/2026/02/two-manhattan-university-alums-elected-to-prestigious-national-academy-of-engineering)Manhattan University proudly announced that two of its graduates – Milo Riverso, ’81, Ph.D., P.E., and Thomas Z. Scarangello, ’79 and ‘82, P.E., have been elected to the National Academy of Engineering (NAE) Class of 2026.
[ 
](/news/archive/2026/02/forty-eight-years-walter-saukin-manhattan-university) [ Walter Saukin, Ph.D., Impacting Generations of Engineers ](/news/archive/2026/02/forty-eight-years-walter-saukin-manhattan-university)For nearly five decades, Walter Saukin, Ph.D., has shaped generations of engineers at Manhattan University. From pioneering summer STEM outreach programs to leading in environmental engineering, his legacy is defined by access, excellence, and service.
[ 
](/news/archive/2026/02/dr-anthony-d-mercando-76-to-inaugurate-archtalk-series) [ Dr. Anthony D. Mercando ’76 to Inaugurate ARCHtalk Series at Manhattan University ](/news/archive/2026/02/dr-anthony-d-mercando-76-to-inaugurate-archtalk-series)Manhattan University launches the ARCHtalk series with Dr. Anthony D. Mercando ’76. The lecture titled, “AI in Health Care: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly†will take place on Thursday, February 26 at 5:00pm in Kelly Commons on the Manhattan University campus.
[ 
](/news/archive/2026/02/solange-thomas-dowden-jasper-engineers-journey) [ A Jasper Engineer’s Journey from Grenada to Manhattan University ](/news/archive/2026/02/solange-thomas-dowden-jasper-engineers-journey)Originally from Grenada, Solange Thomas Dowden ’26 charts a global path to Manhattan University, blending chemical engineering, cosmetic science, and entrepreneurship. Her journey reflects a commitment to innovation, problem-solving, and creating impact across industries and cultures.
[ 
](/news/archive/2026/01/jose-naya-a-global-impact-mu-magazine) [ Jose Minaya ’94: A Manhattan Education, A Global Impact ](/news/archive/2026/01/jose-naya-a-global-impact-mu-magazine)For more than 70 years, Manhattan University has hosted the De La Salle Medal Dinner, honoring public figures whose lives reflect Lasallian Catholic values. The 2026 ceremony will recognize alumnus Jose Minaya ’94, whose journey from New York City neighborhoods to global financial leadership exemplifies those ideals.
[ 
](/news/archive/2026/01/student-receives-prestigious-benjamin-a-gilman-scholarship) [ Manhattan University Student Receives Prestigious Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship ](/news/archive/2026/01/student-receives-prestigious-benjamin-a-gilman-scholarship)Manhattan University senior David Pozo has been awarded the U.S. Department of State’s Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship, supporting Pell Grant recipients who study abroad. The scholarship will take Pozo to Argentina following his graduation in May.
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---
title: "Campus Directory"
url: "/directory"
type: page
date: 2026-02-10
updated: 2026-05-11
---
# Campus Directory
Letter
Field of Study - Any - Kakos School of Arts & Sciences School of Business School of Engineering
Search
Job Title
Department
## Directory
 [Walaa Abdallah](/directory/walaa.abdallah)Adjunct
Chemical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Sabrin Abedin](/directory/sabrin.abedin)Adjunct
Graduate Counseling, Leadership & Education
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [James Abel](/directory/james.abel)Administrative Assistant
School of Liberal Arts
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Hossam Abouali](/directory/hossam.abouali)Assistant Project Manager
Physical Plant
 [Arafat Abu Mallouh](/directory/arafat.abu-mallouh)Associate Professor
Computer Science
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Duha Abuhishmeh](/directory/duha.abuhishmeh)Adjunct
Chemistry & Biochemistry
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [J. Abulencia](/directory/j.abulencia)Associate Professor
Chemical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Bruce Acton](/directory/bruce.acton)Adjunct
Online Learning
 [James Addona](/directory/james.addona)Consultant
Advancement Services
 [Alexander Adesman](/directory/alexander.adesman)Visiting Assistant Professor
Computer Science
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Kiran Aditham](/directory/kiran.aditham)Writer / Editor
Marketing & Communication
 [Mehnaz Afridi](/directory/mehnaz.afridi)Professor
Religious Studies
Director/HGI
Religious Studies
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Zanyah Agard](/directory/zanyah.agard)Assistant Athletic Trainer
Sports Medicine
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Religious Studies
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
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Adjunct
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[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
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Mathematics
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
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Computer Science
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
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[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
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Sports Medicine
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[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Mahmoud Amin](/directory/mahmoud.amin)Professor
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[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
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[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
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Communication
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
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Human Resources
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[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
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Mathematics
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Gunjan Asrani](/directory/gunjan.asrani)Visiting Assistant Professor
Accounting, CIS & Law
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Wajdi Atallah](/directory/wajdi.atallah)Adjunct
Civil & Environmental Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Ehsan Atefi](/directory/ehsan.atefi)Associate Professor
Mechanical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Victoria Aulov](/directory/victoria.aulov)Assistant Cheer Coach
Cheerleaders
 [Ruben Avetisyan](/directory/ruben.avetisyan)Adjunct
Mathematics
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Tahiya Azad](/directory/tahiya.azad) ITS Operations Manager
Information Technology Services
---
---
title: "Career Opportunities"
url: "/careers"
type: page
date: 2026-02-10
updated: 2026-02-10
---
# Career Opportunities
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---
title: "Events & Conference Services"
url: "/conferences"
type: page
date: 2026-02-10
updated: 2026-06-14
---
# Events & Conference Services
Events & Conference Services
# Meet, Stay & Gather at Manhattan
**Bring your next special event, conference, retreat, meeting or summer program to scenic Riverdale, a quiet New York City campus setting just minutes from Midtown Manhattan.**
The Office of Events & Conference Services works with each client to coordinate the details that make a successful event possible, including meeting space, overnight accommodations, dining and catering, campus services and visitor information.
[ Submit Events/Conference Request Form ](/conferences/request-form)
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## A Campus Setting With New York City Access
Manhattan University’s Riverdale campus offers the best of both worlds: a peaceful, self-contained campus environment with convenient access to Midtown Manhattan and the surrounding region. Located near the MTA 1 subway line and close to major roadways, campus is easy to reach for local, regional and visiting guests.
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The campus-setting offers flexible services for conferences, meetings, retreats, summer programs and special events. Explore campus accommodations, dining and catering, meeting facilities and visitor resources to ensure the success to your event.
The **Office of Events & Conference Services** provides coordinated support for all groups using Manhattan University facilities. Our experienced team streamlines planning by serving as a central point of contact for campus services, space needs, dining arrangements, accommodations and related event logistics.
As a certified ***ACCED-I One-Stop Shop***, Manhattan University offers conference and event planners a simplified approach with one point of contact, one comprehensive contract and one itemized invoice.
[](/conferences/accommodations)
[Accommodations
](/conferences/accommodations)
Manhattan University offers an affordable alternative for overnight accommodations in our on-campus residence halls during the summer from June through August.
Explore Housing
[](/conferences/dining)
[Dining & Catering
](/conferences/dining)
Manhattan University offers flexible dining options for conferences and events, including dining hall meals, on-campus cafés, private catering, meal plans and allergy-friendly options.
Plan Dining & Catering
[](/conferences/meeting-facilities)
[Meeting Facilities
](/conferences/meeting-facilities)
Host your event in conference rooms, banquet venues, lecture halls, classrooms, lounges, outdoor areas, athletic facilities and the Chapel.
Browse Campus Venues
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## Visitor Information
A Campus Setting With New York City Access
Manhattan University’s Riverdale campus offers the best of both worlds: a peaceful, self-contained campus environment with convenient access to Midtown Manhattan and the surrounding region. Located near the MTA 1 subway line and close to major roadways, campus as easy to reach by public transportation as major highways and area airports for local, regional and visiting guests.
[ View Maps & Directions ](/admissions/visit/maps-directions)
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## Contact Us
**Office of Events & Conference Services**
Manhattan University
4513 Manhattan College Parkway
De La Salle Hall 105
Riverdale, NY 10471
**Email:**
**Phone:** 718-862-7415
**Fax:** 718-862-7942
**Office Hours**
Monday - Friday
9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
[Submit Request Form](/conferences/request-form/)
---
---
title: "Policies & Disclosures"
url: "/policies"
type: page
date: 2026-02-10
updated: 2026-06-03
---
# Policies & Disclosures
## Higher Education Opportunity Act Consumer Information (HEOA)
Manhattan University is committed to providing access to information that helps students, parents, counselors and other constituents make informed decisions about postsecondary education.
This page serves as a single access point for consumer information required by the Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended by the [Higher Education Opportunity Act of 2008](https://www.ed.gov/laws-and-policy/higher-education-laws-and-policy/higher-education-opportunity-act-of-2008).
Expand the sections below to view links to documents, policies and other informational webpages.
## Student Right to Know: Consumer Information
The information provided on this page and through related links supports required disclosures under the Student Right to Know Act, Public Law No. 101-542, 20 U.S.C. 109, and its implementing regulations, including 34 C.F.R. 668.41, 34 C.F.R. 668.45 and 34 C.F.R. 668.48. It also supports disclosures required under the Equity in Athletics Disclosure Act, 20 U.S.C. 1092(g), and related regulations, including 34 C.F.R. 668.41 and 34 C.F.R. 668.47.
Information is also disclosed through the University’s annual filings with the U.S. Department of Education’s National Center for Education Statistics through the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS).
[View Manhattan University data through College Navigator](https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?q=Manhattan+College&s=all&id=192703)
Manhattan University is a member of the [National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities](https://www.naicu.edu/).
In compliance with the U.S. Department of Education Gainful Employment Rule, the University provides information about applicable non-degree certificate programs.
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Academic Programs
### Articulation and Academic Partnerships
Manhattan University has established articulation and academic partnership agreements. Additional information is available at [Articulation and Academic Partnerships](/campus-life/career-pathways/gsfa/academic-partnership-programs "Academic Partnership Programs").
### Academic Policies and Procedures
- [Academic Dismissal](http://catalog.manhattan.edu/undergraduate/academicstandardsandprocedures/academicdismissal/)
- [Academic Probation](http://catalog.manhattan.edu/undergraduate/academicstandardsandprocedures/academicprobation/)
- [Academic Suspension](http://catalog.manhattan.edu/undergraduate/academicstandardsandprocedures/academicsuspension/)
- [Academic Warning](http://catalog.manhattan.edu/undergraduate/academicstandardsandprocedures/academicwarning/)
- [Attendance Policy](http://catalog.manhattan.edu/undergraduate/academicstandardsandprocedures/attendancepolicy/)
- [Change of Program](http://catalog.manhattan.edu/undergraduate/academicstandardsandprocedures/changeofprogram/)
- [Credits](http://catalog.manhattan.edu/undergraduate/academicstandardsandprocedures/credit/)
- [Grades](http://catalog.manhattan.edu/undergraduate/academicstandardsandprocedures/finalgrades/)
- [Graduation](http://catalog.manhattan.edu/undergraduate/academicstandardsandprocedures/graduation/)
- [Incompletes](http://catalog.manhattan.edu/undergraduate/academicstandardsandprocedures/incompletegrades/)
- [Leave of Absence](http://catalog.manhattan.edu/undergraduate/academicstandardsandprocedures/leaveofabsence/)
- [Repeated Courses and Grade Replacement](http://catalog.manhattan.edu/undergraduate/academicstandardsandprocedures/repeatacourse/)
- [Satisfactory Academic Progress](//inside.manhattan.edu/offices/financial-aid/policies#sap)
- [Transcripts](http://catalog.manhattan.edu/undergraduate/academicstandardsandprocedures/transcripts/)
- [Withdrawal](http://catalog.manhattan.edu/undergraduate/academicstandardsandprocedures/withdrawalfromcollege/)
### Certifications and Disclosures
- Manhattan University complies with the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, [42 U.S.C. §§ 6101-6107](http://www.dol.gov/oasam/regs/statutes/age_act.htm), and does not discriminate based on age in its educational or academic programs or activities that receive federal financial assistance.
- Manhattan University will not retaliate against any individual for filing a complaint with the Office for Civil Rights or for advocating for any rights protected by the Age Discrimination Act.
- Manhattan University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act, [42 U.S.C. §§ 12101-12213](http://www.ada.gov/pubs/ada.htm), and provides nondiscrimination protection in employment, educational services and accommodations for individuals with disabilities.
- Manhattan University provides reasonable accommodations to allow qualified persons with disabilities to participate fully in the educational or academic programs and activities of the University.
- Manhattan University complies with the Higher Education Opportunity Act, [Public Law No. 110-315](http://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/PLAW-110publ315/pdf/PLAW-110publ315.pdf), and will disclose information to current and prospective students about any plans to improve its academic programs on an annual basis.
### Teacher Certification Data
Manhattan University’s Division of Education reports annually to the New York State Education Department and posts public pass-rate information for state teacher certification examinations taken by its graduates.
The data provided is program-specific information concerning candidate performance on the New York State Teacher and Leader Certification Examinations between September 1 and August 31 of a particular reporting year. To ensure the confidentiality of personally identifiable information, results for examinations taken by fewer than 10 people have been suppressed if a 100% pass rate was not attained.
The report includes passage rates for the Teacher Performance Assessment (edTPA), Academic Literacy Skills Test (ALST), Educating All Students (EAS) exam, Content Specialty Exam (CST) and School Building Leadership (SBL) exam. Data for the edTPA is displayed by content area, including childhood, secondary and physical education. The “Percent Passed†column shows the percentage of test takers who passed the examination during the reporting period out of the total number of test takers listed in the “Number Tested†column.
Accreditation and State Registration
### Institutional Accreditation
[View Accreditation Webpage](/about/accreditation "Accreditation for Manhattan University")
[Middle States Commission on Higher Education](http://www.msche.org/)
Manhattan University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE), 1007 North Orange Street, 4th Floor, MB #166, Wilmington, DE 19801. MSCHE is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
Manhattan University’s accreditation was reaffirmed by MSCHE in 2022. The next comprehensive evaluation visit is scheduled for the 2029-2030 academic year.
Information about the University’s accreditation status, including the scope of accreditation and recent Commission actions, is available through the official MSCHE Statement of Accreditation Status.
[View the MSCHE Institution Directory](https://www.msche.org/institution-directory/)
**Middle States Commission on Higher Education**
1007 North Orange Street
4th Floor, MB #166
Wilmington, DE 19801
[www.msche.org](http://www.msche.org/)
### Programmatic Accreditation
[**Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business**](http://www.aacsb.edu/)
777 South Harbour Island Boulevard, Suite 750
Tampa, FL 33602
[813-769-6500](tel:8137696500)
- School of Business, business programs: Effective 2018-19 to 2023-24
[**Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation**](https://aaqep.org/)
P.O. Box 7511
Fairfax Station, VA 22039
[301-276-5106](tel:3012765106)
- Teacher Education Program
[**ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission**](http://www.abet.org/)
415 North Charles Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
[410-347-7700](tel:4103477700)
**School of Engineering programs:**
- Chemical Engineering, bachelor’s: 10/01/1964-Present
- Civil Engineering, bachelor’s: 10/01/1940-Present
- Computer Engineering, bachelor’s: 10/01/2001-Present
- Electrical Engineering, bachelor’s: 10/01/1940-Present
- Environmental Engineering, master’s: 10/01/2007-Present
- Mechanical Engineering, bachelor’s: 10/01/1967-Present
**School of Science programs:**
- Computer Science, bachelor’s
[**International Accreditation of Counseling Services**](https://iacsinc.org/)
101 S. Whiting Street, Suite 211
Alexandria, VA 22304
[703-823-9840](tel:7038239840)
- Counseling Center: Effective until 2025
### State Registration
Manhattan University’s approved degree and certificate programs are listed in the New York State Education Department’s [Inventory of Registered Programs](http://www.nysed.gov/heds/IRPSL1.html). Select “Search for programs by Institution,†then enter **439000 Manhattan University** to view programs by title.
Athletics
### Equity in Athletics
The University’s latest Equity in Athletics Annual Report is available from the U.S. Department of Education. The report includes data submitted to the Office of Postsecondary Education pursuant to the Equity in Athletics Disclosure Act, including:
- Participation by gender and varsity team
- Coaching staff and salaries
- Revenues and expenses
- Supplemental information
[View the Equity in Athletics Annual Report](http://ope.ed.gov/athletics/#/institution/search)
### Athlete Completion and Graduation Rates
Athlete completion and graduation rate data is also available through the NCAA website by selecting Manhattan University from the school dropdown menu.
[Search NCAA graduation rate data](https://web3.ncaa.org/aprsearch/gsrsearch)
- Graduation Success Rate Report, 2012-2015 Cohorts
- **Freshmen Cohort Graduation Rates, 2014-15 Graduation Rate:** This report provides graduation information about students and student-athletes entering in 2008. This is the most recent graduating class for which the required six years of information is available. The report provides information about student-athletes who received athletics aid in one or more of seven sports categories: men’s basketball, baseball, men’s track/cross country, men’s other sports and mixed sports, women’s basketball, women’s track/cross country and other women’s sports.
For each sports category, the report includes information in self-reported racial or ethnic groups, including American Indian or Alaska Native, Asian, Black or African-American, Hispanic or Latino, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, nonresident alien, two or more races, White or non-Hispanic, unknown and total.
Campus Safety
The University's Annual Security Report (ASR) is available at [manhattan.edu/security](/campus-life/campus-safety "Campus Safety").
A paper copy of the full report is available upon request to the Public Safety Office located at Jasper Hall, 1st floor. Phone: 718-862-7240; Fax: 718-862-8017; E-mail:
Copyright and Trademark
This website is copyright 2026 and prior years by Manhattan University, Riverdale, New York. Any reproduction is strictly prohibited without the prior consent of Manhattan University. All original work on this site is protected by the copyright laws of the United States and other countries. Text, graphics, photographs, videos and other copyrighted materials on this website may not be used without the express written consent of Manhattan University.
Some components of this website provide email addresses and/or links. Manhattan University does not exercise any control over the transmission of emailed communication prior to receiving it. By sending application requests or any other communications to Manhattan University by email, you agree that Manhattan University shall incur no liability with respect to such transmissions, including failure to respond.
This website may include links to third-party or unofficial pages. These unofficial pages are not sanctioned by Manhattan University, or by its staff, faculty or student organizations. Manhattan University has no control over and is not responsible for the accuracy or completeness of any content. The views and opinions expressed on any unofficial page are strictly those of the content author.
## Photographs, Videos and Content
All graphics, photographs, videos and text on the Manhattan University homepage and connected pages displaying the Manhattan University logo are copyrighted and/or trademarked by Manhattan University, Riverdale, New York. Redistribution or commercial use is prohibited without express written permission.
Unless otherwise noted, the images contained on these pages were created by Manhattan University. To request permission to use these images or for information about the use of copyrighted content, contact Marketing and Communication at [718-862-7993](tel:7188627993).
Logos and graphics relating to Manhattan University are subject to licensing agreements. If you have questions about the legal use of these items, contact Marketing and Communication at [718-862-7993](tel:7188627993).
## Reports Alleging Copyright Infringement
In accordance with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act, the designated agent to respond to reports alleging copyright infringement on Manhattan University websites and webpages is listed below.
### Notifications of Claimed Infringement
When a copyright owner’s work is being infringed on or through a service provider’s service, the copyright owner may send a notification of claimed infringement, often referred to as a takedown notice, to the service provider’s designated agent. For takedown notices to be legally effective, they must be provided to a service provider’s designated agent in writing and include substantially the following:
1. A physical or electronic signature of a person authorized to act on behalf of the owner of an exclusive right that is allegedly infringed.
2. Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed, or, if multiple copyrighted works at a single online site are covered by a single notification, a representative list of such works at that site.
3. Identification of the material that is claimed to be infringing or to be the subject of infringing activity, and that is to be removed or access to which is to be disabled, along with information reasonably sufficient to permit the service provider to locate the material.
4. Information reasonably sufficient to permit the service provider to contact the complaining party, such as an address, telephone number and, if available, an email address at which the complaining party may be contacted.
5. A statement that the complaining party has a good faith belief that use of the material in the manner described is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent or the law.
### Service Provider and Designated Agent Information
ProviderAgent InformationService ProviderManhattan University
4513 Manhattan College Parkway
Riverdale, NY 10471Designated AgentWalter Matystik
Manhattan University
4513 Manhattan College Parkway
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Certain Manhattan University programs are designed to lead to professional licensure or certification.
In accordance with federal regulation, 34 CFR § 668.43, Manhattan University publishes state-by-state determinations indicating whether completion of a licensure program:
- Meets the educational requirements for licensure;
- Does not meet the educational requirements; or
- Has not been determined to meet the educational requirements.
These determinations address **educational requirements only**. Professional licensure requirements vary by state and may include additional conditions beyond education, such as examinations, supervised experience, background checks, application processes or fees.
If a program does not meet, or has not been determined to meet, the educational requirements for licensure in a student’s state of residence, the University will provide direct written disclosure prior to enrollment or continuation in the program.
For program-specific state-by-state determinations, visit the Professional Licensure Disclosure webpage.
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SARA governs the interstate delivery of distance education and certain out-of-state supervised field experiences. It does not apply to instruction delivered entirely in person in New York State.
SARA authorization is based on a student’s physical location at the time distance education instruction is delivered.
Students who are physically located outside New York State when instruction is delivered and who wish to file a consumer-protection complaint must first use the University’s internal complaint procedures. If a complaint related to distance education delivered under SARA is not resolved internally, the student may appeal the decision to the New York State Education Department within two years of the incident giving rise to the complaint.
SARA policies do not apply to complaints related to grades, academic integrity determinations or student conduct violations. Those matters are governed by the University’s academic and student conduct policies.
For detailed instructions on filing a complaint, student location policies and professional licensure disclosures, visit **State Authorization and Distance Education**.
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- No federal student aid funding under the Higher Education Act of 1965, 20 U.S.C. 1001 et seq., has been used to hire a registered lobbyist or pay any person or entity for securing an earmark.
- No federal funds received under the Higher Education Act of 1965, 20 U.S.C. 1001 et seq., have been used to pay any person for influencing, or attempting to influence, an officer or employee of any agency, a member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a member of Congress in connection with any of the following federal actions:
1. The awarding of any federal contract.
2. The making of any federal grant.
3. The making of any federal loan.
4. The entering into of any federal cooperative agreement.
5. The extension, continuation, renewal, amendment or modification of any federal contract, grant, loan or cooperative agreement.
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Veterans
Manhattan University has signed the U.S. Department of Defense Voluntary Education Partnership Memorandum of Understanding. The University also submitted an intent-to-comply memo to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs regarding Executive Order 13607.
The Voluntary Education Partnership Memorandum of Understanding and the accompanying Principles of Excellence encourage and require the University to:
1. Provide students, prior to enrollment, with a personalized form covering the total cost of an educational program, including program costs, student debt estimates and federal financial aid options.
- Student Financial Services will provide information that addresses costs and funding options.
2. Provide educational plans for all military and veteran education beneficiaries.
- Advisors from the University’s schools will work with the Registrar’s Office and Degree Works to develop education plans aligned with students’ academic goals.
3. End fraudulent and aggressive recruiting techniques and misrepresentation.
- Manhattan University does not support or condone fraudulent or aggressive recruiting practices for any students. The University will continue to uphold high ethical standards for recruiting.
4. Provide accommodations for service members and reservists absent due to service requirements.
- Manhattan University understands the pressures of deployment and will make reasonable accommodations for individual deployment situations.
5. Designate a point of contact who serves as the certifying official and can refer students to the appropriate person for academic and financial advising.
6. Support veteran and military-connected students through the University’s Committee for Veterans Affairs, which provides services and contacts for veterans.
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The Higher Education Act Amendments of 1998 requires Manhattan University to make voter registration forms widely available to its students. Use the links below for more information and voter registration forms.
### Forms
#### New York State Voter Registration Form
- [New York State Voter Registration Form, English](https://elections.ny.gov/New-York-State-Voter-Registration-Form-English)
- [New York State Voter Registration Form, Spanish](https://elections.ny.gov/New-York-State-Voter-Registration-Form-Spanish)
[Visit the New York State Board of Elections website](http://www.elections.ny.gov/)
#### Federal National Mail Voter Registration Form
- [Federal Voter Registration Form, English](https://www.eac.gov/sites/default/files/eac_assets/1/6/Federal_Voter_Registration_ENG.pdf)
- [Federal Voter Registration Form, Spanish](https://www.eac.gov/sites/default/files/eac_assets/1/6/Federal_Voter_Registration_SPA.pdf)
- [Federal Voter Registration Form, Chinese](https://www.eac.gov/sites/default/files/eac_assets/1/6/Federal_Voter_Registration_CHS.pdf)
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- [Federal Voter Registration Form, Korean](https://www.eac.gov/sites/default/files/eac_assets/1/6/Federal_Voter_Registration_KOR.pdf)
[Visit the U.S. Election Assistance Commission website](http://www.eac.gov/)
### Qualifications to Register to Vote
To qualify to vote in the United States, you must meet the following qualifications:
- Be a United States citizen;
- Be 18 years old on or before Election Day. See state-specific instructions for rules regarding eligibility to register before age 18;
- Live at your present address for at least 30 days before the election;
- Not be in prison or on parole for a felony conviction;
- Not be adjudged mentally incompetent by a court; and
- Not claim the right to vote elsewhere.
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# Manhattan College’s Society of Physics Students Wins Outstanding Chapter Award
# Manhattan College’s Society of Physics Students Wins Outstanding Chapter Award
The chapter's accomplishments and activities during the 2022-2023 academic year led to the coveted recognition.
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The Manhattan College [Society of Physics Students](//manhattan%20OLD%202023/life-at-manhattan/clubs-organizations/society-of-physics-students) has received a 2022-2023 Outstanding Chapter Award from the Society of Physics Students (SPS) National. The chapter was recognized for their “dedication and commitment to the SPS mission and vision.†Only 10% to 15% of student physics society chapters are able to attain the Outstanding Chapter Award each year. This is the second time that Manhattan students have received the honor in the past four years.
The awards are presented annually, after a careful review by the SPS of material supplied by individual chapters, and are based on criteria that includes participation in SPS programs, outreach efforts to grades K-12 or the general public, participation in community service and contributions to student recruitment and retention.
“We are thrilled to have our students’ hard work over the past year recognized by SPS National, and we hope this will inspire more students in STEM at Manhattan College,†said Bart Horn, Ph.D., associate professor of [physics](//manhattan%20OLD%202023/academics/majors-and-minors/physics) and the group’s faculty adviser since 2018. “We are looking forward to more exciting events in 2024, especially the total solar eclipse in New York state this April.â€
Horn said that the Society of Physics Students and its related honor society, Sigma Pi Sigma, serve as a social hub and informal advising network for students interested in physics, astronomy and related fields.
Some of the organization’s accomplishments that led to the award included Manhattan College’s first annual STEM Outreach Day. Thirty-six Bronx students from grades six through 12 were invited to a daylong event at which students participated in experiments covering engineering, math, biology, chemistry, physics and computer science. The event was organized by the society’s co-president, Sarah Rosen ’23, and mathematics major Kate Cappabianca ’23. For their efforts, Rosen and Cappabianca were named [New Yorkers of the week](https://ny1.com/nyc/all-boroughs/nyer-of-the-week/2023/04/07/new-yorkers-of-the-week--sarah-rosen-and-kate-cappabianca) by Spectrum NY1 News, and featured in an on-air interview with the station.
Other accomplishments during the award winning academic year included SPS members Lara Celik ’25 and Johely Aguilar ’25 developing and organizing an activity to build working batteries using potatoes. Rebecca Coglianese ’24, Anthony Rizzo ’24, Sarah Rosen ’23, Shaib Sharhan ’24, Bhavya Mishra ’25 and David Muqattash ’25 conducted research with faculty and presented that research at the annual Student Research Symposium.
"I am incredibly proud of our Society of Physics Students for receiving this prestigious recognition, said Marcy Kelly, Ph.D., the dean of the Kakos school of Arts and Sciences. “Their exceptional work shows the depth and breadth of talent in our STEM programs and their commitment to outreach is truly commendable."
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# Manhattan College Dedicates the Dorothy Day Center
# Manhattan College Dedicates the Dorothy Day Center
His Eminence, Cardinal Timothy Dolan, blessed the new center, which houses a collection of historical materials and archives related to Dorothy Day, including some of her personal artifacts. The center will serve as a resource for the campus, the local community, and the worldwide Lasallian network on topics related to Day and the wider Catholic social justice tradition.Â
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Manhattan College will officially dedicate the Dorothy Day Center for the Study and Promotion of Social Catholicism during a ceremony on February 22. The Center includes an exhibit on the life and legacy of Servant of God, Dorothy Day, with artifacts from her life of activism and organizing.
The ceremony will feature a prayer and blessing by His Eminence, Timothy Cardinal Dolan, a reading from Day’s writings by her granddaughter, Martha Hennessy, as well as an intercession by Manhattan College student Rebecca Kranich ’24, and hymns performed by Manhattan College Music Ministry.
A reception and conversation entitled, *A Saint for Our Time: A Roundtable Discussion on the Legacy of Dorothy Day*, will follow. Moderated by Kevin Ahern, Ph.D., director of the new Dorothy Day Center, co-chair of the Dorothy Day Guild and professor of religious studies at Manhattan College, the panelists include: Mark Colville ’85, founder of the Amistad Catholic Worker community in New Haven, Connecticut; Thomas Dobbins ’86, director of justice and peace at Catholic Charities New York; Alannah Boyle ’18, former intern for the Dorothy Day Guild; and Rebecca Kranich ’24, former intern for the Dorothy Day Guild.
“Since the 1940s, Dorothy Day has inspired students and faculty at Manhattan College to get involved in working for justice and peace in the world,†Ahern says. “We hope that this center will continue to introduce students to Day’s life and inspire them to get involved in transforming our world.â€
Located in the Kelly Commons, the new center houses a collection of historical materials and archives related to Day, including some of her personal artifacts, which were donated by Hennessy. There are also historic photographs of Day, an interactive timeline on her life and spirituality, and resources to help students get involved in promoting peace and justice. The center will serve as a resource for the campus, the local community, and the worldwide Lasallian network on topics related to Day and the wider Catholic social justice tradition.
It will also house and support the offices of the Dorothy Day Guild, the official organization charged with promoting her cause for sainthood with the Vatican’s Dicastery for the Causes of Saints. The Vatican is considering Day for sainthood.
Day, who was known as the founder of the Catholic Worker Movement, lived her faith with a commitment to economic justice, pacifism and nuclear disarmament, and had several connections to Manhattan College. Day received the 1974 De La Salle Medal from then-College president, Brother Gregory Nugent, FSC, and had visited the campus on numerous occasions. Since 2015, Manhattan College has hosted an annual Dorothy Day Lecture delivered by prominent religious scholars and historians.
The new Dorothy Day Center will continue to carry her message of peace, hope and love.
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# Manhattan College Appoints Ann Clarkson as Executive Director of Online Learning
# Manhattan College Appoints Ann Clarkson as Executive Director of Online Learning
Clarkson brings over two decades of experience dedicated to revolutionizing adult and online education.
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Manhattan College today announced that Ann M. Clarkson joined the school on March 18, 2024 as the Executive Director of Online Learning.
Ms. Clarkson brings in-depth experience in developing and managing all facets of professional programming and has a career of over two decades dedicated to revolutionizing adult and online education at several institutions of higher learning. She created an expansive program bringing international students from over 50 countries to participate in non-degree, undergraduate, and graduate classes with nine academic partners throughout Europe and Asia.
The courses ranged from Marketing, Project Management, and IT to Management, Leadership, Finance, and Engineering. Prior to joining Manhattan College, Ms. Clarkson served as the Assistant Dean of Educational Pathways and Strategic Operations at New York University (NYU). While at NYU, she developed comprehensive programs for adults and custom training for both domestic and international clients. Her work spanned the creation of certificates and innovative support services for all courses, and she designed and implemented non-traditional pathways for scholarship-funded degrees, apprenticeship programming, and academic partnerships. Earlier in her career at NYU, she served as the Program Director of the Center for Instructional Design which included an MS in Instructional Design and Online Learning and a variety of certificate programs in corporate and academic training. She also served as Program Director of The Virtual College TM where she managed internal and external personnel in the production of 400+ courses, 11 concentrations for undergraduate and graduate programs for the School of Continuing and Professional Studies.
At Baruch College of the City University of New York, she was the Associate Dean of Continuing and Professional Studies for over 16 years where she developed and managed undergraduate and graduate hybrid programs, non-degree courses and certificates for teens and adult learners, and grew the retail program to be the largest in the university and the second largest in New York City.
Ms. Clarkson received an MA degree in Instructional Technology from Columbia University’s Teachers College and a BA from Hobart and William Smith College.
Said Dr. Rani Roy, Acting Provost of Manhattan College, “We are particularly thrilled to have Ann as part of our team and the lead in developing more comprehensive online programs for all our students, with a particular emphasis on students in our non-degree programs. Ann has demonstrated strength in
creating a sense of community through her programs and we also welcome her focus on bringing business CEOs to our campus through her executive outreach skills.â€
Said Ms. Clarkson, “I am particularly drawn to Manhattan College’s commitment to providing contemporary educational experiences aligned with a broad liberal arts education. I am enthusiastic about leading the charge in shaping the future of online education, driving strategic growth, and
ensuring high-quality academic experience for online learners at Manhattan College.â€
*Founded in 1853, Manhattan College is an independent, Lasallian Catholic, co-educational institution of higher learning offering undergraduate and graduate programs. For more information about Manhattan College, please visit* [www.manhattan.edu](/index.php)
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# FDIC Chairman Martin J. Gruenberg Inspires Civic Engagement and Public Service at Manhattan College's Annual Gargano Lecture
# FDIC Chairman Martin J. Gruenberg Inspires Civic Engagement and Public Service at Manhattan College's Annual Gargano Lecture
The O'Malley School of Business hosted the annual Gargano Lecture series on Wednesday, February 28 featuring Martin J. Gruenberg, Chairman of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC).
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Manhattan College, through its O’Malley School of Business was honored to host a lecture on February 28, 2024 featuring Martin J. Gruenberg, Chairman of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC). The lecture, part of the Ambassador Charles A. Gargano Lecture Series at the school, featured a “fireside chat†format with moderators Donald Gibson, Dean of the O’Malley School of Business and Jumelia Abrahamson, Director of Programs, University Neighborhood Housing Program (UNHP) and a 2009 graduate of Manhattan College. Dr. Milo Riverso, President of Manhattan College gave opening remarks to the audience of 150 students, faculty, and guests. The lecture, titled Making a Difference in Government, focused both on encouraging students to consider civic engagement and opportunities for public service, and the importance of the FDIC in local issues such as affordable housing. Mr. Gruenberg used the example of New York-based Signature Bank, whose failure in March 2023 was the third largest in US history, to show that the FDIC has a responsibility to ensure the stability of the financial system. The agency also sought to support the Bronx community, given that Signature’s failure affected a large portfolio of mortgage loans on vital multi-family affordable housing. Mr. Gruenberg gave an historical overview of the 90-year old FDIC, noting that the controversial plan to insure bank accounts was the subject of President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s first fireside chat.
For students considering a public service career, Mr. Gruenberg stated that it is a challenging choice, but these jobs can offer enormous learning opportunities while making a true impact on local communities. In short, he found that civic engagement is a “…fun thing to do.†He urged the students in the audience to think about what really excites them and to pursue that career path. Dean Gibson concurred. “I think we all can agree that our businesses and government are currently in need of good leaders,†he noted, “I’m a believer that the best business education is a combination of cutting edge business skills with the context, critical thinking, and emphasis on humanism that are the hallmarks of a liberal arts education,†the kind of education provided by Manhattan College.
Mr. Gruenberg, who grew up in a working-class family in a working-class neighborhood of the Bronx not far from the Riverdale campus of Manhattan College, spoke of various mentors and role models that he had as he ascended in his professional career. He holds a J.D. from Case Western Reserve Law School and an A.B. from Princeton University’s School of Public and International Affairs.
Manhattan College/O’Malley School of Business looks forward to continuing the Gargano Lecture series, open to all Manhattan College students and employees as well as the general population.
*The O’Malley School of Business at Manhattan College enrolls more than 700 undergraduate students in accounting, business analytics, computer information systems, economics, finance, global business studies, management, and marketing. Founded in 1853, Manhattan College is an independent, Lasallian Catholic, co-educational institution of higher learning offering undergraduate and graduate programs. For more information about Manhattan College, please visit* [www.manhattan.edu](//manhattan%20OLD%202023/index)
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# Manhattan College Appoints Dr. Hany S. Guirguis as the Interim Dean of the O’Malley School of Business
# Manhattan College Appoints Dr. Hany S. Guirguis as the Interim Dean of the O’Malley School of Business
Guirguis brings a wealth of experience to the School of Business along with 24 years of service to Manhattan College.
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Manhattan College today announced that Dr. Hany S. Guirguis
would serve as the Interim Dean of the [O’Malley School of Business](//manhattan%20OLD%202023/academics/schools-and-departments/school-of-business/index), one of the College’s three schools, effective June 1, 2024. He will succeed Dr. Donald E. Gibson who is returning to his native California at the end of the current school semester.
Dr. Guirguis brings a wealth of experience to the position along with 24 years of service to Manhattan College. He served as Chairperson of the Department of Economics and Finance from 2010 to 2018, was the Louis F. Capalbo Professor of Business from 2013 to 2018, and holds the Ambassador Charles A. Gargano Endowed Chair from 2019 to the present.
Dr. Guirguis is the author or co-author of numerous publications, including The Future of the Labor Force: A Quantitative Examination of the Drivers of Female Labor Force Participation and Total Fertility Rate in Developed Economies (co-author, 2023), Measuring the Impact of Monetary Policy on Mortgage Rates (co-author, 2020), and When to Hedge the Downside Risk? (co-author, forthcoming publication). In addition, he has published various papers with undergraduate students from Manhattan College as his co-authors and was awarded two grants in the last five years to support his students’ research. For
the past eleven years, Dr. Guirguis has led the College Challenge at Manhattan College where undergraduate students annually present their positions on myriad economic topics in competition with other colleges and universities throughout the country. The Manhattan College team advanced to the regional semifinals twice and the regional finals twice. The College Challenge is hosted by the Federal Reserve Bank.
Said Dr. Guirguis, “I am particularly honored to accept this position, and I am eager to continue the tradition of personal instruction that the O’Malley Business School offers its students in a wide variety of class offerings. I also am interested in expanding our geographic diversity as well as expanding our
graduate programs. Our incredibly strong alumni network that the business school enjoys will also be a focus of mine – by affording our students opportunities to intern with many of the leading institutions in the field. I believe that our continual focus on our students coupled with our ability to call upon our incredible alumni are true discriminators of a Manhattan College O’Malley Business School education.â€
Said Dr. Rani Roy, Acting Provost, “Hany brings an in-depth knowledge of not only the Business School, but the broader Manhattan College experience, and his expertise as a teacher coupled with his broad knowledge in the fields of economics and finance, makes him the perfect leader for the Business
School.â€
Dr. Guirguis holds a BA in Accounting and Business Administration from the University of Helwan, Cairo; an MA in Economics from the American University in Cairo; an MS in Economics from the University of Oregon; an MBA in Finance and Investment from Baruch College; and a PhD in Economics from the University of Oregon.
*The O’Malley School of Business at Manhattan College enrolls more than 700 undergraduate students and 120 graduate students in accounting, business analytics, computer information systems, economics, finance, global business studies, management, and marketing. Founded in 1853, Manhattan College is an independent, Lasallian Catholic, co-educational institution of higher learning offering undergraduate and graduate programs. For more information about Manhattan College, please visit* [www.manhattan.edu](//manhattan%20OLD%202023/index)
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# Manhattan College Appoints Meredith Gatzke as Vice President of Human Resources/Chief Human Resources Officer
# Manhattan College Appoints Meredith Gatzke as Vice President of Human Resources/Chief Human Resources Officer
Gatzke brings a wealth of experience and knowledge in all aspects of Human Resources beginning her tenure on March 11.
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Manhattan College today announced that Meredith Gatzke joined the school on March 11, 2024 as the Vice President of Human Resources/Chief Human Resources Officer.
Ms. Gatzke brings to the school a wealth of experience and knowledge in all aspects of Human Resources. Prior to joining Manhattan College, she served as the Vice President, Human Resources and Organizational Development/Title IX Coordinator for Bergen Community College (NJ). As a member of the President’s Executive Council, she advised executive leadership on human capital, policy development, and employee and labor relations; negotiated and administered the College’s collective bargaining agreements; collaborated with all divisions and staff to ensure transparency regarding human resources initiatives and strategic goals; oversaw a fully implemented ADP Workforce Now software system that fully integrated compensation, payroll, benefits, recruitment, and onboarding systems along with the student system to automate all payroll functions; and developed the first culture and climate survey in the history of the college.
Prior to her engagement at Bergen Community College, Ms. Gatzke was the Director of Employee Relations and Organizational Development/Affirmative Action Officer/HIB Administrator for Randolph Township Schools, the Human Resources Director/Affirmative Action Officer for the Paramus Board of Education, and a Human Resources Generalist/Benefits Coordinator for The School District of the Chatams, all in New Jersey.
She holds professional memberships in numerous human resources organizations and was honored with the CIANJ Enterprising Women Award in 2022. Ms. Gatzke holds an MS degree in Human Resource Management from Saint Elizabeth University and a BA in History from Muhlenberg College.
Dr. Milo Riverso, President of Manhattan College said, “We are thrilled to have Meredith join us at Manhattan College. Her deep human resources skills and experience in academia along with her proven leadership capabilities will be a huge benefit to the entire College community. I am also pleased to announce that she will become a member of the President’s Cabinet.â€
Said Ms. Gatzke, “I am delighted to be joining Manhattan College. As a 170+ year institution in the Lasallian tradition, I am eager to get to know the students, faculty, and my colleagues in the school’s administration and share the human resources skills I have developed throughout my two decades of experience. Manhattan College is a wonderful school with a superb faculty, and I look forward to becoming part of the overall team.â€
*Founded in 1853, Manhattan College is an independent, Lasallian Catholic, co-educational institution of higher learning offering undergraduate and graduate programs. For more information about Manhattan College, please visit* [www.manhattan.edu](/index.php)
By MC Staff • Apr 08, 2024
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title: "Pi Sigma Alpha 2024 Induction Ceremony"
url: "/news/archive/2024/03/pi-sigma-alpha"
type: article
date: 2024-04-08
updated: 2026-02-11
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# Pi Sigma Alpha 2024 Induction Ceremony
# Pi Sigma Alpha 2024 Induction Ceremony
Manhattan College's Kakos School of Arts and Sciences recently hosted the 2024 induction ceremony for the prestigious political science honor society, Pi Sigma Alpha.
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Manhattan College, through its Kakos School of Arts and Sciences, hosted the 2024 induction ceremony for the political science honor society, Pi Sigma Alpha, on February 29 at the College. Sixteen junior and senior Political Science majors and minors were inducted, and the School was honored to have State Senator José M. Serrano, a 1995 alum, address the inductees and their guests.
Senator Serrano spoke about his journey from Manhattan College to the State Senate and the importance of public service. After graduating from the College, Senator Serrano joined the New York Shakespeare Festival, where he deepened his love for the arts and culture and the role the arts play in education and community revitalization. His time at the Shakespeare Festival focused on outreach to black and brown communities throughout New York City. In 2001 he was elected to the New York City Council (District 17) where he represented the South Bronx. Following his three-year tenure in the City Council, he was elected in 2004 to the New York State Senate representing neighborhoods in the Bronx, East Harlem, and Upper Yorkville. During his talk, he encouraged the students to consider running for elected office or having a career in public service. He also spoke about the strong foundation in government that he received from his student days at Manhattan College.
Pamela Chasek, Ph.D. and Professor of Political Science at the School said, “It was an honor to celebrate the accomplishments of our student inductees into Pi Sigma Alpha, and it was particularly moving to have State Senator Serrano speak with us. His appreciation of the education he received at Manhattan College and his stories about his subsequent political career inspired all in attendance.â€
Pi Sigma Alpha was founded in 1920 at the University of Texas at Austin to encourage and recognize superior achievement in the study of government and politics at the undergraduate and graduate levels. It is the only recognized college honor society in the discipline and is one of the largest constituent members of the Association of College Honor Societies. The driving force behind the establishment of the Manhattan College Chapter in 1982 was Dr. Eleanor T. Ostrau who then was the Chairperson of the Government Department.
*The Kakos School of Arts and Sciences is a vibrant, interdisciplinary community of students and faculty scholars working together to advance excellence in research, teaching, and learning. We combine Lasallian values with a person-centered approach to education to cultivate transferable critical thinking and scientific inquiry skills. Our students have the unique opportunity to scaffold their disciplinary passions on a strong foundation of the liberal arts and sciences to help them become successful, ethical professionals and community-engaged stewards of the future.*
*Founded in 1853, Manhattan College is an independent, Lasallian Catholic, co-educational institution of higher learning offering undergraduate and graduate programs. For more information about Manhattan College, please visit* [www.manhattan.edu](/index.php)
By MC Staff • Apr 08, 2024
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title: "Philanthropist Alex Cohen to speak at Manhattan College Graduate Commencement in May and receive Honorary Degree"
url: "/news/archive/2024/04/alex-cohen-honorary-degree-recipient"
type: article
date: 2024-04-18
updated: 2026-02-11
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# Philanthropist Alex Cohen to speak at Manhattan College Graduate Commencement in May and receive Honorary Degree
# Philanthropist Alex Cohen to speak at Manhattan College Graduate Commencement in May and receive Honorary Degree
Alex Cohen will deliver the keynote address and receive a Doctor of Humane Letters, honoris causa at the School’s Graduate Commencement to be held on May 17, 2024.
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Milo Riverso, Ph.D., P.E., President of Manhattan College, today announced that Alex Cohen, philanthropist and owner of the New York Mets, will deliver the keynote address and receive a Doctor of Humane Letters, *honoris causa* at the School’s Graduate Commencement to be held on May 17, 2024. Ms. Cohen was a commuter student during her college days at Manhattan College, where she studied communications.
As President of the [Steven & Alexandra Cohen Foundation](https://www.steveandalex.org/), Ms. Cohen directs giving toward underserved communities, children’s health and education, Lyme and tickborne disease research, psychedelic research and mental health, the arts, and sustainability. Established in 2001, the Steven & Alexandra Cohen Foundation has awarded more than $1.2 billion in grants to support changemaking non-profit organizations.
Additionally, Ms. Cohen serves as the President of the [Amazin’ Mets Foundation](https://amazinmetsfoundation.org/), which she and her husband established in 2020 after purchasing the New York Mets baseball team. Since its inception, the Amazin’ Mets Foundation has funded over $10.2 million in grants to over 160 organizations in its community, including the communities surrounding affiliate teams.
A lifelong New Yorker, Ms. Cohen was born in Harlem and raised in Washington Heights. She was named one of the “50 Most Powerful Women in U.S. Philanthropy" by *Inside Philanthropy*.
“I’m so excited to return to Manhattan College to speak to the graduating class of 2024. I’m also humbled and grateful to receive this honorary degree,†said Alex Cohen. “My time at Manhattan College was transformative for me, and I will never forget the people there who made a difference in my life.â€
Said Dr. Riverso, “It is a distinct honor and privilege to confer this honorary degree upon Alex. Her tremendous support for the College, particularly for our students coming from under-resourced communities, is typical of her spirit of generosity and her recognition of the importance of the solid educational experience that Manhattan College offers all its graduate and undergraduate students.â€
The Steven & Alexandra Cohen Foundation has generously supported Manhattan College with over $1.5 million in grants to fund initiatives including the Manhattan College Baseball Big Brother Program, Summer Literacy Institute, and the Veterans Success Program. Additionally, the Cohen Scholars program, a scholarship fund, covers nearly 90% of tuition and fees for five commuter students from underserved communities majoring in a field focused on science, technology, engineering, or math. There are currently two cohorts of Cohen Scholars.
By MC Staff • Apr 18, 2024
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title: "Manhattan College Hosts Visiting Students and Faculty Scholars From Colombia, South America"
url: "/news/archive/2024/04/colombia-exchange-students"
type: article
date: 2024-04-19
updated: 2026-02-11
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# Manhattan College Hosts Visiting Students and Faculty Scholars From Colombia, South America
# Manhattan College Hosts Visiting Students and Faculty Scholars From Colombia, South America
Studies focus on improvement of agricultural business development and soil analysis for rural communities.
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Manhattan College announced the arrival of four students and two faculty members from Universidad de La Salle, Colombia, to its Riverdale campus in the Bronx for an intensive two-week study program with partner students and faculty from Manhattan College’s Engineering School. According to the grant application prepared for the U.S.-Colombia Grant Competition for 21 st Century Higher Education Partnerships, the teams from both schools are partnering to promote cross-cultural student learning and community awareness about the cocoa crop – a vital crop within Colombia. The specific project, titled Upcycling Cocoa By-Products for Sustainable Production and Circular Economy Strategies: An Integrated Exploration of Sustainable Development, will afford all participants the tools and knowledge for transforming waste residues from cocoa production into valued by-products, therefore generating greater economic empowerment and commercialization opportunities for rural communities. Faculty spearheading the project grant included Dr. Rosalina González and Dr. Santiago Saenz Torres for Universidad de La Salle and Dr. Gennaro Maffia and Dr. Ricardo Dello Buono for Manhattan College.
Universidad de La Salle has worked with young women and men from underserved communities for more than 50 years and has established Utopia, an academic program in rural communities that assists college students in becoming agricultural engineers.
The specific goals of the program include:
- Generating a baseline of knowledge through virtual presentations and exchanges regarding cocoa crop production, Fair Trade Certifications, and circular economy topics for students from both institutions;
- Promoting international bi-directional mobility of the students, allowing for intercultural and knowledge exchange;
- Constructing an on-site, diagnostic study of cocoa crop waste management at the Colombian Utopia campus;
- Exploring sustainable management options to transform the cocoa crop waste into by- products; and
- Generating the transcendence of scientific knowledge beyond national borders.
Said Dr. Ricardo Dello Buono, Executive Director, Office of Global Engagement and Study Abroad and Professor of Sociology at Manhattan College, “Our study abroad program offers Manhattan College students the ability to experience different cultures in various geographies. This particular project with the Universidad de La Salle offers several of our chemical engineering students and faculty the ability to do cutting edge research to help establish state-of-the art techniques for circular economy in cocoa production at the Utopia campus in Colombia. In addition to hosting the delegation, the Manhattan College team is very much looking forward to its travel to Colombia this summer.â€
It is anticipated that the results of the program will be published in various venues in both countries, including at the Annual International Conference on Solid Waste in Annapolis, MD.
By MC Staff • Apr 19, 2024
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title: "Manhattan College Names New Director of Residence Life Eric Rivera"
url: "/news/archive/2024/04/eric-rivera"
type: article
date: 2024-04-08
updated: 2026-02-11
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# Manhattan College Names New Director of Residence Life Eric Rivera
# Manhattan College Names New Director of Residence Life Eric Rivera
Manhattan College welcomes Eric Rivera as the new Director of Residence Life, bringing a wealth of experience from his tenure at Sarah Lawrence College and Boston College. With a focus on student development and community building, Mr. Rivera is poised to enhance the residential experience for all students, fostering a vibrant living and learning environment.
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Manhattan College today announced the appointment of Eric Rivera as the new Director of Residence Life for the School.
Mr. Rivera brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the position having served as Associate Director of Housing Operations at Sarah Lawrence College, Bronxville, NY where he was responsible for the strategic planning and implementation of a comprehensive residential experience for the college. Prior to his tenure at Sarah Lawrence, he served as a Resident Director at Boston College where he managed a residential community of 725 students.
Mr. Rivera’s strong interpersonal and cross-cultural skills make him an effective leader in collaborating with key campus partners to enhance the overall student experience in residence halls He has expertise in improving occupancy management to ensure housing goals are met, enhancing residential life communication, building community, and renewing educational programming in the residence halls. He organized the RA Leading for Change Conference which served as the training for approximately 170 RAs and focused on the themes of leadership development, diversity, and skill-building.
Said Mr. Rivera, “I am particularly thrilled to be joining Manhattan College, a liberal arts Catholic Lasallain school, since my upbringing and education focused on the same traditions upon which Manhattan College was founded. I am looking forward to creating a community where our students can make long-lasting friendships and unforgettable memories as they grow and thrive towards excellence in a safe and vibrant living and learning environment.â€
Said John Bennett, the Associate Vice President of Student Life, “I am eager to work closely with Eric as he brings a wealth of knowledge and ideas about residential life. His enthusiasm and proven focus on students’ development – both socially and academically – will be great assets to all our resident students.â€
Mr. Rivera is currently pursuing a Doctor of Education degree in Educational Leadership and Change from Empire State University of the State University of New York, and holds a Master of Science degree in College Student Personnel from the University of Rhode Island, and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and minors in Spanish and Public Administration from Providence College.
*Founded in 1853, Manhattan College is an independent, Lasallian Catholic, co-educational institution of higher learning offering undergraduate and graduate programs. For more information about the College, please visit [www.manhattan.edu](//manhattan%20OLD%202023/index).*
By MC Staff • Apr 08, 2024
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title: "Gerrard P. Bushell, Ph.D. to speak at Manhattan College Undergraduate Commencement in May and receive Honorary Degree"
url: "/news/archive/2024/04/gerrard-bushell-honorary-degree-recipient"
type: article
date: 2024-04-18
updated: 2026-02-11
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# Gerrard P. Bushell, Ph.D. to speak at Manhattan College Undergraduate Commencement in May and receive Honorary Degree
# Gerrard P. Bushell, Ph.D. to speak at Manhattan College Undergraduate Commencement in May and receive Honorary Degree
Gerrard P. Bushell, Ph.D. will deliver the keynote address and receive a Doctor of Science, honoris causa at the School’s Undergraduate Commencement to be held on May 18, 2024.
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Milo Riverso, Ph.D., P.E., President of Manhattan College announced today that Gerrard P. Bushell, Ph.D. will be the recipient of a Doctor of Science, *honoris causa* at the School’s Undergraduate Commencement to be held on May 18, 2024.
Dr. Gerrard P. Bushell, since 2019, is the Chair of CAG Holdings, a dedicated investment company for airport infrastructure for The Carlyle Group, the initial lead investor in New Terminal One (NTO). From August 2019 to April 2024, Dr Bushell also served as the lead Executive for the nation’s largest public-private infrastructure project. Dr. Bushell served as Executive Chair, and Chairman & CEO of the New Terminal One when The Carlyle Group led the consortium, and President & CEO upon Ferrovial becoming the lead shareholder in 2022.
The nation’s largest single-asset project financing at $9.5 billion, NTO is a consortium of investors, Ferrovial, JLC, Ullico, and Carlyle, investing $2.4 billion of private capital in partnership with The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey to develop, construct and operate a world-class international airport terminal.
Dr. Bushell successfully led the project to lease and financial close and through design and construction, despite a global pandemic closing international borders and grounding international travel. He also significantly de-risked the project after lease and financial close by successfully delivering upon major milestones.
NTO issued $2 billion in green bonds in December 2023 and achieved the critical construction milestone of topping off steel in March 2024. Under Dr. Bushell’s leadership, the vision, foundation, scope, and ambition of the project was framed and woven around the commitments to deliver a top 5 world-class international terminal, and drive community, workforce, and minority & women-owned business enterprise (MWBE) goals for Southeast Queens, Queens, and New York. At the end of Dr. Bushell’s tenure at NTO, the project had delivered more than $1 billion in awards to MWBE firms, $500 million in awards to local firms, and was on pace to deliver 40% local participation for jobs, and beyond 30% for MWBE participation.
During his tenure, Dr. Bushell was able to negotiate major project labor and alternative dispute resolution agreements with the Building Trades, successfully negotiate a guaranteed maximum price of $3.9 billion for construction costs with the design-builder, attain an all-important investment grade credit ratings, secure a lease extension to 2060 for the concession, reach a 10-year innovative master concessionaire retail agreement, and secure agreements with anchor airlines to support revenue and passenger goals for future traffic. The project is scheduled to open in 2026.
From 2015 to 2019, Dr. Bushell was President and CEO of the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York (DASNY), one of the nation’s largest financing and infrastructure management issuers, delivering complex design and construction management services as well as oversight for many other agencies within the State. During his tenure, DASNY successfully executed M/WBE goals of 30% and issued more than $38 billion of municipal debt supporting public and private infrastructure projects across New York State for universities, hospitals, life sciences facilities, and government.
Previously, Dr. Bushell was a Director of Business Development offering investment solutions for BNY Mellon through Alcentra and Insight, a Director in the Client Partners Group at KKR, Managing Director at Arden Asset Management, and the Head of Institutional Sales at Clearbridge Investments, formerly Citi Asset Management.
Dr. Bushell began his career as a community advocate. He worked closely with former Mayor David Dinkins of New York City; C. Virginia Fields, former Manhattan Borough President and member of the City Council; and former New York State Comptroller H. Carl McCall, where he served as head of government affairs and Chief of Staff.
Said Dr. Riverso, “Dr. Bushell incorporates the broad spectrum that each of Manhattan College’s three schools offers – his education and teaching experience in the arts and sciences, his business acumen leading one of the country’s largest financing agencies and teaching finance at his alma mater, and his understanding of the design and engineering of the built environment. He truly is a Renaissance man.â€
A graduate of Columbia University in both the College and Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, Dr. Bushell received a B.A. in Political Science and Government, and an M.A. and Ph.D. in Political Science and Urban Political Economy. He currently holds an appointment as an Adjunct Professor at his alma mater teaching state politics and finance.
He is a Trustee of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, a Board Member of the Columbia University Alumni Association, and a Board Member of Public Health Solutions. Dr. Bushell and his wife, Leah Colete Johnson, reside in New York City. Their daughter, Claire Bushell, is completing her junior year at Harvard University pursuing a B.A. in history.
By MC Staff • Apr 18, 2024
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title: "James Washington ’24 Named Undergraduate Valedictorian at Manhattan College"
url: "/news/archive/2024/04/james-washington"
type: article
date: 2024-04-23
updated: 2026-02-11
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# James Washington ’24 Named Undergraduate Valedictorian at Manhattan College
# James Washington ’24 Named Undergraduate Valedictorian at Manhattan College
James Washington, an Exercise Science Major and U.S. Army Veteran will be the 2024 Undergraduate Student Speaker.
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James Washington, a May 2024 graduate of Manhattan College majoring in Exercise Science and a U.S. Army veteran, has been selected as the undergraduate valedictorian for the class of 2024. He will be the student speaker at the May 18 Undergraduate Commencement to be held on the College campus.
Washington, a Yonkers, NY native, attended two years at Lincoln High School before he and his family moved to South Carolina where he completed his high school education at Lancaster High School. After working for one year, he joined the U.S. Army in 2012 where he honorably served until 2020. Washington’s first assignment was at Fort Carson, CO through 2018. While there, he had two overseas rotations, first in Kuwait (2013-2014) followed by Kosovo (2016). This was followed by a tour in Vilseck, Germany and the completion of his Army career in Oklahoma in 2020.
With a strong interest in exercise science, he returned to the New York area and sought council from the Bronx Veterans’ Administration about schools catering to his interest. This led him to Manhattan College where he started in January 2021. Never having been on the campus itself prior to his acceptance, Washington was unsure what to expect. “As an Army veteran, an older student, and a member of the LGBT community, I certainly had some apprehensions,†he said. “However, I was welcomed immediately and have felt comfortable at Manhattan College throughout my time here. Being a Military Friendly School and having a Veteran Success Center dedicated to veterans like myself where we congregate, share experiences, and motivate each other was essential to whatever success I have thus far achieved.â€
Going forward, Washington is deciding upon which school he will attend for his ABSN – an Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing which is a degree specifically for those who already have earned a bachelor degree. His interest in nursing likely will keep this extraordinary person in the New York area for a bit longer, but the beauty of Colorado may also be beckoning.
Milo Riverso, Ph. D., President of Manhattan College said, “Having a student such as James highlights the diversity and true spirit of community that is so integral to Manhattan College. His life experiences thus far have been extraordinary, and we all know that he will continue along a path of helping others succeed as he has.â€
By MC Staff • Apr 23, 2024
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url: "/admissions/undergraduate"
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date: 2026-02-12
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# Undergraduate Admissions
Admissions
# Undergraduate Admissions
**Prepared for the Real World**
College is an investment. Make it one that pays off. At Manhattan University, you’ll gain real experience in New York City, build career-ready skills from day one, and graduate with the confidence and connections to launch what’s next.
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## New York City
At Manhattan University, you get the attention of a small university and the advantage of New York City. Small classes and close faculty mentorship are strengthened by access to internships, employers, and an alumni network woven throughout the city’s leading industries.
Grounded in a rigorous liberal arts foundation, our students graduate prepared not only with knowledge, but with experience, professional connections, and momentum.
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url: "/admissions/transfer"
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date: 2026-02-12
updated: 2026-06-03
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# Transfer Admissions
Admissions
# Transfer to Manhattan University
Continue your college journey at Manhattan University and earn your bachelor’s degree in the heart of New York City.
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## Undergraduate Transfer Students
Ready for your next step? Manhattan University welcomes transfer students from community colleges and four-year institutions who want to continue their academic journey and finish their bachelor’s degree in a supportive community connected to the opportunities of New York City. Explore transfer requirements, access helpful resources, and connect with a dedicated counselor who will guide you through every step of the process.
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Manhattan University partners with several community colleges to help students transfer credits smoothly and continue their academic progress. Eligible students may also apply for merit-based scholarships.
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Non-need-based scholarships are awarded to applicants who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement and extracurricular accomplishments. All admitted students are automatically considered.
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Meet with a transfer counselor to discuss the application process, credit evaluation, and cost of attendance. Schedule an in-person or virtual appointment to get your questions answered and plan your next step.
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## Why Transfer to Manhattan University
Transferring to Manhattan University means building on the progress you’ve already made while gaining access to new opportunities. From generous transfer credit policies to strong career outcomes and unmatched access to New York City internships, Manhattan helps you move forward with confidence and momentum.
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## Which of my Courses Will Transfer?
Manhattan University accepts up to **64 credits from a community college and 90 from a four-year institution of higher education.** Within 7-10 days of your acceptance to Manhattan University, we will notify you which courses and how many credits from your previous college(s) will transfer in.
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## Prepare for the Real World
At Manhattan University, your education is built around who you are and where you want to go. Whether you’re ready to apply or just starting to explore, take the next step when you’re ready — we’re here to help.
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url: "/admissions/international"
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date: 2026-02-12
updated: 2026-05-27
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# International Admissions
Admissions
# International Admissions
**Earn Your Degree in New York City**
A career-focused U.S. education designed to prepare you for success in a global marketplace.
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Manhattan University welcomes international students seeking a U.S. degree in New York City, offering strong career outcomes and access to internships. Located just minutes from Manhattan, our programs in business, engineering, arts and sciences, and STEM fields connect classroom learning with real-world experience. Students benefit from small class sizes, personalized advising, and access to internships and employers across NYC’s leading industries. Our undergraduate Jasper Guarantee locks in tuition from day one, helping families plan with financial clarity. Discover how Manhattan University prepares you to launch your career in the United States and beyond.
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## Choose Your Academic Pathway
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date: 2026-02-12
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# Financial Aid
Admissions & Aid
Financial Aid
**A Manhattan University education is more affordable than you think.**
At Manhattan University, we believe education is one of the most important investments you'll ever make. Through scholarships, grants, federal and state aid, and the new Jasper Guarantee tuition lock, our team helps students and families make a confident financial decision about a Manhattan education. From your first FAFSA to your last semester, we are here to make affordability simple.
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The Jasper Guarantee locks in your undergraduate tuition for four years, eight consecutive semesters. Beginning Fall 2026, new students and transfers receive a fixed rate through graduation.
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Generous Aid Packages
99% of Manhattan students receive financial aid through scholarships, grants, federal and state programs, and work-study opportunities matched to academic strengths and financial need.
[Explore Scholarships & Grants](/admissions/financial-aid/loans-grants/scholarships-and-grants)
Strong Return on Investment
Manhattan ranks in the top 10% of U.S. colleges and #20 nationally for salary impact, with alumni reporting average mid-career salaries that reward your investment.
[Learn about Manhattan University's ROI](/about/rankings)
The Manhattan Advantage
A Smarter Investment in Your Future
Choosing the right college means weighing cost against value, and Manhattan University delivers on both. As a nationally ranked leader in return on investment, we combine generous financial aid, competitive tuition, and predictable pricing to make a high quality NYC education accessible. The Jasper Guarantee, beginning Fall 2026, locks in your undergraduate tuition rate for eight consecutive semesters so families can plan with confidence from day one.
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Adult undergraduate and continuing studies students access flexible per-credit pricing, federal aid, employer reimbursement, and specialized support for the Organizational Leadership program built around accelerated and part-time schedules.
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Merit and need based awards from Manhattan University and outside sources, including institutional scholarships, athletic awards, and the 10% graduate tuition scholarship for eligible students at admission.
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Federal and State Aid
Federal Pell Grants, Direct Loans, and Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants combine with New York State TAP and the STEM Incentive Program to reduce out-of-pocket costs.
[Explore Loans & Other Forms of Aid](/admissions/financial-aid/loans-grants)
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# Undergraduate Academic Programs
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# Undergraduate Programs
**Build the knowledge, skills, and confidence to launch a meaningful career with an undergraduate degree from Manhattan University.**
Choose from bachelor's degrees, minors, and pre-professional programs across business, education, engineering, health, and the arts and sciences. Manhattan University combines rigorous academics with personalized faculty mentorship and the unmatched opportunities of New York City.
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## An Undergraduate Education Built for What's Next
Manhattan University's undergraduate programs prepare students to think critically, lead with integrity, and adapt to fast-changing fields where knowledge, ethics, and skill matter. Whether you arrive with a clear career goal or a wide range of interests, you will learn from faculty who are active practitioners and researchers in their disciplines, not just teachers in a classroom. Small class sizes, an 11:1 student-to-faculty ratio, and a strong alumni network across the tri-state region give Manhattan University students the mentorship and connections needed to turn a degree into a meaningful career.
Located minutes from Midtown Manhattan, the University offers hands-on learning through internships, research, and real-world projects across its three schools: the [O'Malley School of Business](/academics/business "O'Malley School of Business"), the [Kakos School of Arts and Sciences](/academics/kakos "Kakos School of Arts and Sciences"), and the [School of Engineering](/academics/engineering "School of Engineering"). Use the filters below to explore degree options by school, area of study, and format.
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# Graduate Academics
Academics
Graduate Programs
**Advance your career with a graduate degree from Manhattan University, designed for working professionals and ambitious scholars.**
Choose from master's, doctoral, and advanced certificate programs across business, education, engineering, health, and the arts and sciences. Manhattan University combines rigorous academics with personalized faculty mentorship and the unmatched professional opportunities of New York City.
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## Graduate Education Built for What's Next
Manhattan University's graduate programs prepare professionals to lead in fast-changing fields where expertise, ethics, and adaptability matter. Whether you are advancing in your current career, pivoting into a new industry, or pursuing a scholarship that drives change, you will learn from faculty who are active practitioners and researchers in their disciplines. Small class sizes, flexible scheduling options, and a strong alumni network across the tri-state region give Manhattan University students the support and connections needed to translate graduate study into measurable career growth.
Located minutes from Midtown Manhattan, the University offers in-person, hybrid, and online formats across schools and colleges, including the O'Malley School of Business, the School of Education and Health, the Kakos School of Science, the School of Liberal Arts, and the School of Engineering. Use the filters below to explore degree options by school, format, and area of study.
## [Business Analytics M.S.](/academics/programs/business-analytics-ms)
**Turn data into the decisions that move modern business forward.**
Open to graduates from any academic background, this STEM-designated, fully online M.S. in Business Analytics builds the advanced analytical, programming, and decision-making skills employers need, completed in one year of full-time study or at a flexible part-time pace.
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Approved under NYSED 0503.00 Business Statistics and recognized as STEM, qualifying international graduates for the 24-month OPT STEM extension.
One-Year Online Format
Complete the 30-credit degree in one year of full-time study (fall, spring, and summer) or at a flexible part-time pace built around your career.
Online with NYC Residencies
Delivered in a Low-Residency format with most coursework online and three on-campus residency weekends per year in New York City (see Low-Residency section below).
AI and Machine Learning Focus
Coursework in Advanced Machine Learning, Generative AI and Deep Learning, and Data Mining prepares students for the AI-driven analytics roles defining the next decade.
AACSB-Accredited School
The O'Malley School of Business holds AACSB accreditation, an achievement earned by fewer than 6 percent of business schools worldwide.
Open to All Backgrounds
Designed for graduates from any undergraduate field, the program meets students where they are and builds the technical and managerial skills employers expect.
The Manhattan University Difference
What Sets Us Apart
The M.S. in Business Analytics at Manhattan University prepares working professionals and recent graduates to lead in data-driven industries. The 30-credit, **STEM-designated** program is approved under **NYSED 0503.00 Business Statistics**, delivered in a flexible online Low-Residency format, and built around the technical and managerial skills employers expect, including programming, predictive modeling, machine learning, AI, and supply chain analytics. The program is offered by an **AACSB-accredited** business school, a distinction earned by fewer than 6 percent of business schools worldwide. The M.S. in Business Analytics program at Manhattan is structured for completion in one year of full-time study across the fall, spring, and summer terms.
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At Manhattan University, M.S. in Business Analytics students gain the technical fluency, strategic insight, and individualized mentorship needed to thrive in today's data-driven economy. Our STEM-designated program blends graduate-level quantitative methods with applied business knowledge, taught by faculty with real-world expertise in analytics, consulting, and technology.
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New York City is one of the world’s most dynamic hubs for data-driven industries, offering unmatched access to companies that rely on analytics to drive strategy, innovation, and performance. From finance and healthcare to technology, advertising, and media, students are surrounded by organizations that demand strong analytical and problem-solving skills. At Manhattan University, students apply industry-relevant coding languages and machine learning techniques through internships, projects, and partnerships with NYC employers. This real-world experience strengthens their technical confidence and helps them build the professional network and practical skill set needed to excel in one of the nation’s most competitive analytics markets.
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Programming and R Fluency
Build practical command of R, statistical computing, and modern analytics workflows used by data professionals across industries.
Predictive Modeling Expertise
Master advanced statistical and predictive modeling techniques that turn historical data into forward-looking business intelligence.
AI and Machine Learning
Apply machine learning, generative AI, and deep learning methods to real business problems, from automation to personalization to forecasting.
Data Visualization and Communication
Translate complex analyses into clear visuals and recommendations that drive decisions in executive and cross-functional settings.
Ethics, Privacy, and Governance
Develop fluency in privacy, data protection, and ethical responsibility, the trust-and-compliance skills today's data leaders must demonstrate.
Capstone-Ready Portfolio
Complete the Business Analytics Capstone with a body of work that integrates statistical modeling, decision analytics, and project management.
Business Analytics: Lead With Data.
At Manhattan University, M.S. in Business Analytics students gain the in-demand technical skills, hands-on experience, and individualized mentorship needed to thrive in today's data-driven economy. Our STEM-designated, AACSB-affiliated program blends advanced quantitative methods with real-world application, preparing graduates to lead with insight, confidence, and impact.
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The Low-Residency Experience
Manhattan University's Low-Residency format pairs online flexibility with the structure, network, and boutique feel of a campus-based graduate experience. Designed for mid-career professionals, executives, and industry leaders who cannot pause their careers, the format blends accelerated online coursework with in-person residency weekends in New York City that bring cohorts together for hands-on learning, faculty access, and industry keynotes.
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7-week course sessions blend synchronous and asynchronous learning, designed to keep professionals moving through the program without stepping away from work.
NYC Residency Weekends
Three on-campus weekends per year bring the cohort together for hands-on learning, faculty office hours, networking receptions, and direct exposure to NYC industry partners.
Boutique Cohort Model
A conference-style format with small cohorts supports meaningful peer connection, faculty mentorship, and a professional network that lasts long after graduation.
Industry Keynotes
Residency weekends include keynote talks from industry leaders across analytics, finance, technology, and adjacent fields, connecting coursework to current professional practice.
Built for Working Professionals
The format is engineered for mid-career professionals, executives, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders who need to advance their education without pausing their careers.
Direct NYC Connections
Low-Residency weekends bring students into direct contact with the business, healthcare, and technology communities that define the New York City marketplace.
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The O'Malley School of Business is an **AACSB-accredited institution**, a distinction held by fewer than 6 percent of business schools worldwide and a signal of rigorous academics, industry-connected faculty, and strong career outcomes. Our graduate programs are built for the next stage of your career, blending advanced coursework with applied projects, executive-style cohorts, and direct connections to NYC employers across finance, technology, marketing, healthcare, and consulting. Through flexible online and Low-Residency formats designed for working professionals, and a focus on ethical, evidence-based leadership, O'Malley graduate students gain the analytical depth, strategic insight, and professional network needed to lead with insight, integrity, and impact in today's competitive business landscape.
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## Program Costs & Financial Aid
Manhattan University is committed to making a high-quality, career-focused graduate education accessible and affordable. Students pursuing a graduate degree may be eligible for graduate financial aid, including federal loans and Manhattan University graduate scholarships, as well as additional options for working professionals and international students.
More than 90% of Manhattan University students receive some form of financial assistance, including merit scholarships, grants, and need-based aid, significantly reducing the overall cost of attendance.
- **Tuition & Fees:** View current graduate program rates
- **Financial Aid:** Federal and institutional aid available for eligible students
- **Scholarships:** Graduate scholarship opportunities may apply
A Manhattan University education is an investment in your future, and we are dedicated to helping you access the resources that make it possible.
[Learn More About Costs and Financial Aid](/graduate/admissions/financial-aid/)
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## Admissions Information
**Continue Your Career with a Business Analytics M.S. from Manhattan University**
Applying to Manhattan University is designed to be clear and accessible. Review the requirements and key deadlines below to take the next step toward a future in data-driven business.
**Applicants must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or institution.**
**Undergraduate Transcript:** Applicants should generally have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale).
1. **Statement of Interest:** Clearly describe your individual goals and objectives for pursuing your M.S. degree at Manhattan University.
2. **Resume:** The resume should include examples of academic, co-curricular, and extracurricular achievements that can be used to assess personal qualities and the ability to complete the program.
3. **Recommendations:** Applicants must submit at least one letter of recommendation attesting to the applicant's intellectual ability, leadership potential, and ability to complete the program.
4. **No GMAT/GRE Required:** The O'Malley School of Business does not require standardized test scores for admission. Applicants with a GPA below 3.0 may strengthen their applications by submitting GMAT/GRE scores.
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## [Chemical Engineering M.S.](/academics/programs/chemical-engineering-ms)
**A flexible, STEM-designated Chemical Engineering M.S. built for working professionals in one of engineering's highest-paying, fastest-growing fields.**
Earn your STEM-designated Chemical Engineering M.S. fully online or in person at Manhattan University in New York City. Specialize in biopharmaceutical engineering, cosmetic and consumer products, or novel materials, and join the 90% of program graduates hired within three months at companies including Bristol Myers Squibb, Merck, ExxonMobil, and L'Oreal.
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Specialize in product development, manufacturing, formulation, and regulatory practice for the biopharmaceutical and therapeutics industries.
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Cosmetic and Consumer Products Concentration
Pursue the only chemical engineering concentration of its kind, with focused training in product formulation, complex fluids, and consumer product development.
[Explore Cosmetic & Consumer Products](/academics/engineering/concentrations/cosmetic-consumer-products-ms)
Novel Materials Concentration
Build expertise in biomaterials, semiconductors, additive manufacturing, and energy storage materials, covering thin film deposition, 3D printing, and solar cell technology.
[Explore Processing Novel Materials](/academics/engineering/concentrations/novel-materials-ms)
Flexible Online or In Person Format
Choose fully online learning or evening in-person classes designed to accommodate working professionals across fall, spring, and summer semesters.
STEM Designated Program
STEM designation supports extended OPT eligibility for international students and signals the program’s rigorous, technical, in-demand curriculum to employers.
Faculty-Mentored Research
About 50% of program graduates participate in faculty-mentored research, with several publishing in peer-reviewed journals and presenting at industry conferences.
The Manhattan University Difference
What Sets Us Apart
The Chemical Engineering M.S. at **Manhattan University prepares students to lead in industries that depend on advanced engineering expertise**. Whether you choose fully online or in-person study, you specialize through one of three industry-aligned concentrations, work alongside faculty whose research is shaping pharmaceuticals and advanced materials, and gain credentials that employers across the tri-state region actively seek.
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Why Study Chemical Engineering at Manhattan University?
At Manhattan University, Chemical Engineering students gain the technical skills, hands-on laboratory experience, and individualized mentorship needed to thrive in one of the most versatile engineering disciplines. Our ABET-accredited program blends fundamental engineering principles with applied learning, preparing students to lead with insight, confidence, and impact across pharmaceuticals, energy, advanced materials, and consumer products.
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New York City is one of the world’s most dynamic hubs for chemical engineering industries, offering unmatched access to companies driving innovation in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, consumer products, energy, and advanced materials. From global pharmaceutical leaders to specialty chemical manufacturers and consumer product giants, students are surrounded by organizations that demand strong technical and problem-solving skills. At Manhattan University, students apply chemical engineering principles through internships, projects, and partnerships with NYC and tri-state employers. This real-world experience strengthens their technical confidence and helps them build the professional network and applied skill set needed to excel in one of the nation’s most competitive engineering markets.
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90% of program graduates are hired within three months of graduation, with roles at Bristol Myers Squibb, ExxonMobil, Merck, L’Oreal, and Air Products.
Expert Faculty Mentorship
Learn from faculty whose research is recognized nationally in biopharmaceutical engineering, consumer products, and novel materials, with hands-on guidance in small classes.
NYC Advantage
Access top-tier industry connections across pharmaceuticals, biotech, consumer products, and energy in one of the world’s most active engineering corridors.
High-Earning Field
Chemical engineers earn an average salary of $105,550 according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, with demand projected to grow faster than average through 2031.
Advanced Technical Skills
Develop expertise in process design, simulation, formulations, regulatory practice, and emerging technologies, including additive manufacturing and AI-driven engineering analysis.
Professional Community
Join an active network of graduate students, AIChE members, and alumni across the tri-state region’s leading pharmaceutical, biotech, and consumer products employers
Chemical Engineering M.S.: Specialize, Lead, Engineer What’s Next
Manhattan University’s Chemical Engineering M.S. equips students with the advanced technical skills, applied research experience, and industry credentials needed to lead in pharmaceuticals, consumer products, energy, and advanced materials, on a flexible schedule that fits working professionals.
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Known as “**The School That Built New York**,†Manhattan University’s School of Engineering has shaped the systems, structures, and innovations of New York City for more than a century. Our ABET-accredited programs are recognized for rigorous academics, hands-on laboratory experience, and a Lasallian commitment to using engineering for the good of humanity. Manhattan University is a Top 50-ranked engineering school with 19 alumni elected to the National Academy of Engineering. Located in New York City, the School offers students unmatched access to industry partners, internships, and real-world projects across pharmaceuticals, energy, infrastructure, and emerging technologies. With small class sizes, dedicated faculty mentorship, and a strong tradition of service, our graduates are exceptionally well-prepared to lead in today’s engineering profession.
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Manhattan University is committed to making advanced engineering education accessible and affordable. Graduate students benefit from competitive tuition, flexible online or in-person study, and a range of financial aid options designed for both full-time students and working professionals balancing study with career.
In-person students are eligible to apply for research and laboratory assistantships that provide tuition support and hands-on experience working directly with department faculty. Federal financial aid, employer tuition reimbursement, and graduate scholarships are also available to qualifying students.
- **Tuition & Fees**
- **Research and Lab Assistantships**
- **Federal Aid**
- **Employer Tuition Reimbursement**
A Manhattan University Chemical Engineering M.S. is an investment in your future, and we are dedicated to helping you access the resources that make it possible.
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**Start Your Journey in Chemical Engineering**
Applying to the Chemical Engineering M.S. at Manhattan University is designed to be clear and accessible. Review the requirements below to take the next step toward advancing your career in one of engineering’s most impactful fields.
**Requirements:**
- Bachelor’s degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program (chemistry, biology, biochemistry, and other STEM bachelor’s degrees also accepted via a bridge program)
- Cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.00 or higher on a 4.00 scale
- Application and official transcripts
- One letter of recommendation (academic or professional)
**Format Options:**
- Fully online (fall, spring, and summer semesters)
- In person (evening and late afternoon classes for working professionals)
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**International Students**
Support available for visas, documentation, and English-language assessments. The STEM designation extends OPT eligibility for qualifying graduates.
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**Step into the future of marketing where creative strategy meets data-driven insight.**
This STEM-designated M.S. in Digital Marketing and Analytics prepares graduates to lead in a world where marketing and technology converge, building the analytical, strategic, and creative skills needed to design evidence-based campaigns and harness AI across digital platforms.
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STEM-Designated Program
Recognized as a STEM program, qualifying international graduates for the 24-month OPT STEM extension and signaling the program's quantitative rigor.
One-Year Online Format
Complete the 30-credit degree in one year of full-time study (fall, spring, and summer) or at a flexible part-time pace built around your career.
AI and Digital Media Focus
Coursework in AI and Digital Media Marketing prepares students to automate content creation, personalize campaigns, and optimize performance across digital platforms.
Marketing Analytics Expertise
Advanced Marketing Analytics coursework covers predictive modeling and data visualization, the techniques modern marketing teams use to make evidence-based decisions.
AACSB-Accredited School
The O'Malley School of Business holds AACSB accreditation, an achievement earned by fewer than 6 percent of business schools worldwide.
Open to All Backgrounds
Designed for graduates from any undergraduate field, the program meets students where they are and builds the technical and managerial skills employers expect.
The Manhattan University Difference
What Sets Us Apart
The M.S. in Digital Marketing and Analytics at Manhattan University prepares marketing professionals to merge creative strategy with quantitative analysis in a rapidly evolving industry. The 30-credit, **STEM-designated** program is built around the marketing analytics, AI, and digital media skills employers expect, taught by faculty with real-world experience in analytics, digital advertising, and brand management. The program is offered by an **AACSB-accredited** business school, a distinction earned by fewer than 6 percent of business schools worldwide.
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Why Study Digital Marketing and Analytics at Manhattan University?
At Manhattan University, M.S. in Digital Marketing and Analytics students gain the analytical fluency, strategic insight, and individualized mentorship needed to lead in a digital economy where marketing and technology converge. Our STEM-designated program blends marketing theory with consumer behavior analysis, advanced analytics, and emerging AI technologies, taught by faculty who bring real-world expertise in digital marketing, consumer research, and data analytics to every course.
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Digital Strategy
Craft data-informed digital campaigns that integrate creative storytelling with quantitative reasoning, designed for measurable impact across channels.
Consumer Insight
Apply advanced theories of consumer behavior to identify high-value audiences and design targeted strategies grounded in evidence rather than guesswork.
Marketing Analytics
Build fluency in predictive modeling, data visualization, and analytics workflows that translate complex datasets into clear marketing decisions.
AI-Powered Marketing
Use artificial intelligence to automate content creation, personalize customer experiences, and optimize campaign performance at scale.
Capstone-Ready Portfolio
Complete the capstone experience designing and evaluating real-world digital marketing strategies, graduating with a portfolio that demonstrates strategic and technical depth.
Industry-Experienced Faculty
Learn from faculty with real-world experience in analytics, digital advertising, and brand management who connect coursework to current professional practice.
Digital Marketing & Analytics: Lead With Strategy and Data.
At Manhattan University, M.S. in Digital Marketing and Analytics students gain the in-demand creative, analytical, and technical skills needed to lead in a digital economy where marketing and technology converge. Our STEM-designated, AACSB-affiliated program blends marketing strategy with advanced analytics and emerging AI technologies, preparing graduates to design, measure, and refine campaigns that move audiences and drive results.
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The Low-Residency Experience
Manhattan University's Low-Residency format pairs online flexibility with the structure, network, and boutique feel of a campus-based graduate experience. Designed for mid-career professionals, executives, and industry leaders who cannot pause their careers, the format blends accelerated online coursework with in-person residency weekends in New York City that bring cohorts together for hands-on learning, faculty access, and industry keynotes.
[Learn More About Low-Residency Experience](/graduate/academics/low-residency)
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Accelerated Online Sessions
7-week course sessions blend synchronous and asynchronous learning, designed to keep professionals moving through the program without stepping away from work.
NYC Residency Weekends
Three on-campus weekends per year bring the cohort together for hands-on learning, faculty office hours, networking receptions, and direct exposure to NYC industry partners.
Boutique Cohort Model
A conference-style format with small cohorts supports meaningful peer connection, faculty mentorship, and a professional network that lasts long after graduation.
Industry Keynotes
Residency weekends include keynote talks from industry leaders across analytics, finance, technology, and adjacent fields, connecting coursework to current professional practice.
Built for Working Professionals
The format is engineered for mid-career professionals, executives, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders who need to advance their education without pausing their careers.
Direct NYC Connections
Low-Residency weekends bring students into direct contact with the business, healthcare, and technology communities that define the New York City marketplace.
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The O'Malley School of Business is an **AACSB-accredited institution**, a distinction held by fewer than 6 percent of business schools worldwide and a signal of rigorous academics, industry-connected faculty, and strong career outcomes. Our graduate programs are built for the next stage of your career, blending advanced coursework with applied projects, executive-style cohorts, and direct connections to NYC employers across finance, technology, marketing, healthcare, and consulting. Through flexible online and Low-Residency formats designed for working professionals, and a focus on ethical, evidence-based leadership, O'Malley graduate students gain the analytical depth, strategic insight, and professional network needed to lead with insight, integrity, and impact in today's competitive business landscape.
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## Program Costs & Financial Aid
Manhattan University is committed to making a high-quality, career-focused graduate education accessible and affordable. Students pursuing a graduate degree may be eligible for graduate financial aid, including federal loans and Manhattan University graduate scholarships, as well as additional options for working professionals and international students.
More than 90% of Manhattan University students receive some form of financial assistance, including merit scholarships, grants, and need-based aid, significantly reducing the overall cost of attendance.
- **Tuition & Fees:** View current graduate program rates
- **Financial Aid:** Federal and institutional aid available for eligible students
- **Scholarships:** Graduate scholarship opportunities may apply
A Manhattan University education is an investment in your future, and we are dedicated to helping you access the resources that make it possible.
[Learn More About Costs and Financial Aid](/graduate/admissions/financial-aid/)
[View Graduate Scholarships](/graduate/admissions/financial-aid/scholarships)
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## Admissions Information
**Continue Your Career with a Digital Marketing and Analytics M.S. from Manhattan University**
Applying to Manhattan University is designed to be clear and accessible. Review the requirements and key deadlines below to take the next step toward a future in data-driven business.
**Applicants must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or institution.**
**Undergraduate Transcript:** Applicants should generally have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale).
1. **Statement of Interest:** Clearly describe your individual goals and objectives for pursuing your M.S. degree at Manhattan University.
2. **Resume:** The resume should include examples of academic, co-curricular, and extracurricular achievements that can be used to assess personal qualities and the ability to complete the program.
3. **Recommendations:** Applicants must submit at least one letter of recommendation attesting to the applicant's intellectual ability, leadership potential, and ability to complete the program.
4. **No GMAT/GRE Required:** The O'Malley School of Business does not require standardized test scores for admission. Applicants with a GPA below 3.0 may strengthen their applications by submitting GMAT/GRE scores.
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## [Masters in Business Administration (MBA)](/academics/programs/mba)
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## [Business Analytics M.S.](/academics/programs/business-analytics-ms)
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## [Financial Analytics M.S.](/academics/programs/financial-analytics-ms)
**Gain a competitive edge in the rapidly evolving world of finance, where analytics, machine learning, and big data are reshaping how markets move.**
This STEM-designated M.S. in Financial Analytics equips students to make data-driven decisions at the intersection of finance, technology, and analytics, preparing graduates for high-impact careers across Wall Street, fintech, and beyond.
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STEM-Designated Program
Recognized as a STEM program, qualifying international graduates for the 24-month OPT STEM extension and signaling the program's quantitative rigor.
One-Year Online Format
Complete the 30-credit degree in one year of full-time study (fall, spring, and summer) or at a flexible part-time pace built around your career.
Machine Learning and AI for Finance
Coursework in Machine Learning in Investment and Applications, Advanced Machine Learning and AI, and Financial Econometrics prepares students for algorithmic and AI-driven finance roles.
Industry-Standard Tools
Hands-on experience with Bloomberg terminals, Python, R, SQL, Tableau, and proprietary financial databases used by leading banks, hedge funds, and regulators.
AACSB-Accredited School
The O'Malley School of Business holds AACSB accreditation, an achievement earned by fewer than 6 percent of business schools worldwide.
Capstone Project
Synthesize technical, analytical, and strategic skills in a capstone that addresses a complex financial problem faced by real institutions.
The Manhattan University Difference
What Sets Us Apart
The M.S. in Financial Analytics at Manhattan University prepares the next generation of quantitative analysts, investment professionals, and fintech innovators. The **STEM-designated** hybrid program combines rigorous financial theory with advanced computational methods, taught by faculty with experience in investment banking, risk management, and fintech innovation. The program is offered by an **AACSB-accredited** business school, a distinction earned by fewer than 6 percent of business schools worldwide.
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Why Study Financial Analytics at Manhattan University?
At Manhattan University, M.S. in Financial Analytics students gain the quantitative depth, technical fluency, and individualized mentorship needed to lead in an algorithmic financial economy. Our STEM-designated program integrates the analytical rigor of finance with the computational depth of data science, taught by faculty with real-world experience in investment banking, risk management, and fintech.
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Quantitative Finance
Build fluency in asset pricing, volatility modeling, and portfolio analytics, the quantitative methods that drive decisions on Wall Street and across global markets.
Financial Econometrics
Apply econometric theory and predictive modeling to real market data, identifying patterns that inform forecasting, valuation, and risk assessment.
Machine Learning for Markets
Use machine learning and AI methods in investment, algorithmic trading, and risk applications, the techniques redefining how financial institutions operate.
Risk and Compliance
Develop the risk modeling, privacy, and data protection skills financial institutions and regulators require in a rapidly evolving compliance environment.
Programming and Tools Fluency
Command Python, R, SQL, Tableau, and Bloomberg terminals, the toolkit used by quantitative analysts, hedge funds, and asset managers worldwide.
Capstone-Ready Portfolio
Complete the Capstone Project synthesizing technical, analytical, and strategic skills on a complex financial problem faced by real institutions.
Financial Analytics: Lead With Quantitative Insight.
At Manhattan University, M.S. in Financial Analytics students gain the in-demand quantitative skills, computational depth, and individualized mentorship needed to lead in an algorithmic financial economy. Our STEM-designated, AACSB-affiliated program blends rigorous financial theory with advanced data science methods, preparing graduates to model markets, manage risk, and inform investment decisions with confidence and impact.
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Manhattan University's Low-Residency format pairs online flexibility with the structure, network, and boutique feel of a campus-based graduate experience. Designed for mid-career professionals, executives, and industry leaders who cannot pause their careers, the format blends accelerated online coursework with in-person residency weekends in New York City that bring cohorts together for hands-on learning, faculty access, and industry keynotes.
[Learn More About Low-Residency Experience](/graduate/academics/low-residency)
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Accelerated Online Sessions
7-week course sessions blend synchronous and asynchronous learning, designed to keep professionals moving through the program without stepping away from work.
NYC Residency Weekends
Three on-campus weekends per year bring the cohort together for hands-on learning, faculty office hours, networking receptions, and direct exposure to NYC industry partners.
Boutique Cohort Model
A conference-style format with small cohorts supports meaningful peer connection, faculty mentorship, and a professional network that lasts long after graduation.
Industry Keynotes
Residency weekends include keynote talks from industry leaders across analytics, finance, technology, and adjacent fields, connecting coursework to current professional practice.
Built for Working Professionals
The format is engineered for mid-career professionals, executives, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders who need to advance their education without pausing their careers.
Direct NYC Connections
Low-Residency weekends bring students into direct contact with the business, healthcare, and technology communities that define the New York City marketplace.
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## Program Costs & Financial Aid
Manhattan University is committed to making a high-quality, career-focused graduate education accessible and affordable. Students pursuing a graduate degree may be eligible for graduate financial aid, including federal loans and Manhattan University graduate scholarships, as well as additional options for working professionals and international students.
More than 90% of Manhattan University students receive some form of financial assistance, including merit scholarships, grants, and need-based aid, significantly reducing the overall cost of attendance.
- **Tuition & Fees:** View current graduate program rates
- **Financial Aid:** Federal and institutional aid available for eligible students
- **Scholarships:** Graduate scholarship opportunities may apply
A Manhattan University education is an investment in your future, and we are dedicated to helping you access the resources that make it possible.
[Learn More About Costs and Financial Aid](/graduate/admissions/financial-aid/)
[View Graduate Scholarships](/graduate/admissions/financial-aid/scholarships)
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## Admissions Information
**Continue Your Career with a Financial Analytics M.S. from Manhattan University**
Applying to Manhattan University is designed to be clear and accessible. Review the requirements and key deadlines below to take the next step toward a future in data-driven business.
**Applicants must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or institution.**
**Undergraduate Transcript:** Applicants should generally have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale).
1. **Statement of Interest:** Clearly describe your individual goals and objectives for pursuing your M.S. degree at Manhattan University.
2. **Resume:** The resume should include examples of academic, co-curricular, and extracurricular achievements that can be used to assess personal qualities and the ability to complete the program.
3. **Recommendations:** Applicants must submit at least one letter of recommendation attesting to the applicant's intellectual ability, leadership potential, and ability to complete the program.
4. **No GMAT/GRE Required:** The O'Malley School of Business does not require standardized test scores for admission. Applicants with a GPA below 3.0 may strengthen their applications by submitting GMAT/GRE scores.
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[Apply Today](/admissions/apply)
[Visit Manhattan University](/admissions/visit)
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## [Masters in Business Administration (MBA)](/academics/programs/mba)
**Lead New York City's data-driven economy - from the heart of it.**
Manhattan University's MBA puts you inside one of the world's most dynamic business markets. With flexible on-campus and online formats, AACSB accreditation, and deep NYC employer connections, you graduate ready to lead in finance, technology, healthcare, and beyond.
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AI & Business Analytics Concentration
Develop expertise in machine learning, predictive modeling, and data-driven strategy - skills commanding premium salaries across every NYC industry sector.
NYC Business Immersion
Case studies, guest speakers, and partnerships drawn from Wall Street, Silicon Alley, NYC Health + Hospitals, and the Bronx's growing tech corridor.
AACSB Accreditation
One of only the top 6% of business schools worldwide to earn AACSB accreditation, the gold standard recognized by employers across the tri-state region and globally.
Blockchain and Emerging Technologies
Students explore emerging technologies shaping the future of business, learning how innovations like blockchain are transforming security, transparency, and digital transactions.
Executive Mentorship & Alumni Network
Tap a network of C-suite alumni, entrepreneurs, and consultants across finance, healthcare, media, and technology industries headquartered in New York City.
Flexible Formats for Working Professionals
Choose on-campus evening cohorts in the Bronx/NYC metro area, fully online, or a hybrid blend - all designed around the schedules of busy New York professionals.
The Manhattan University Difference
What Sets Us Apart
Manhattan University's MBA program is built for ambitious professionals who demand more than a degree. Whether you prefer the immersive structure of a **full-time online program or the flexibility of evening and weekend on-campus courses in the NYC metro area**, the O'Malley MBA fits your life and career. Backed by AACSB accreditation and deep connections to New York City's business community, you graduate with real leadership skills, a powerful professional network, and the credentials to compete in one of the world's most demanding markets.
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New York City is the world capital of finance, media, technology, and healthcare - industries that collectively employ millions across the five boroughs, Westchester, Long Island, and New Jersey. For MBA students, there is no better classroom.
At the O'Malley School of Business, you gain more than business theory. You develop the analytical judgment, ethical leadership, and strategic communication skills demanded by today's most competitive organizations - whether you're targeting a promotion in Midtown, launching a startup in Brooklyn, or building a healthcare career in the Bronx.
Our program serves students across the entire NYC metro region - Manhattan, the Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens, Westchester, Long Island, and New Jersey - with formats that fit real New York schedules.
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New York City is one of the world’s most dynamic hubs for data-driven industries, offering unmatched access to companies that rely on analytics to drive strategy, innovation, and performance. From finance and healthcare to technology, advertising, and media, students are surrounded by organizations that demand strong analytical and problem-solving skills. At Manhattan University, students apply industry-relevant coding languages and machine learning techniques through internships, projects, and partnerships with NYC employers. This real-world experience strengthens their technical confidence and helps them build the professional network and practical skill set needed to excel in one of the nation’s most competitive analytics markets.
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Study at one of fewer than 6% of business schools worldwide to earn AACSB accreditation, a credential recognized by top employers across New York City and globally.
Capstone Consulting Project
Apply your MBA skills to a real business challenge, working with faculty and NYC industry partners to deliver actionable strategy recommendations to an actual organization.
Expert Faculty Mentorship
Learn from faculty who bring active industry experience in finance, healthcare, technology, and consulting, guiding you through research, projects, and career development.
C-Suite Alumni Network
Connect with Manhattan University alumni now serving as executives, entrepreneurs, and consultants across the tri-state region, opening doors to mentorship, referrals, and career opportunities.
Leadership and Ethics Focus
Develop the ethical judgment and organizational leadership skills that today's employers demand, grounded in Manhattan University's Lasallian Catholic tradition of service and responsibility.
Flexible Formats for Working Professionals
hether you prefer the immersive structure of a full-time online program or the flexibility of evening and weekend on-campus courses in the NYC metro area, the Manhattan University MBA fits your life and career without compromise.
MBA: Lead with Data. Decide with Confidence.
At Manhattan University, MBA students gain the leadership skills, business acumen, and analytical tools needed to thrive in today's competitive economy. Our program blends rigorous academics with real-world NYC applications, preparing graduates to lead organizations with insight, strategy, and impact.
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The O'Malley School of Business is an **AACSB-accredited institution**, one of fewer than 6% of business schools worldwide, recognized for its rigorous academics, industry-connected faculty, and strong career outcomes. Located in New York City, the School offers students unmatched access to internships, executive networking, and real-world learning experiences through partnerships with leading organizations across finance, healthcare, advertising, technology, and media. With small class sizes, hands-on coursework, and a deep commitment to ethical and data-driven leadership, O'Malley MBA graduates are exceptionally well-prepared for success in today's competitive business landscape.
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## Program Costs & Financial Aid
### An Investment Built for New York
Manhattan University is committed to making a world-class, NYC-based MBA accessible and affordable - through competitive graduate tuition, generous financial aid, and the Jasper Guarantee.
### Tuition & Fees
Competitive graduate rates - view current per-credit and per-semester tuition for the MBA program.
### Financial Aid - 90%+ Receive Support
More than 90% of Manhattan University students receive some form of financial assistance, including merit scholarships, grants, and need-based aid.
### Graduate Assistantships
Competitive assistantship opportunities available for full-time MBA students, providing tuition remission and stipends in exchange for research or administrative work.
### Employer Tuition Reimbursement
Many NYC-area employers offer tuition reimbursement programs. Our financial aid team can help you coordinate benefits with your employer.
[Learn More About Costs and Financial Aid](/admissions/financial-aid/)
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A New York City MBA That Delivers
A Manhattan University MBA is one of the strongest returns on investment in the New York City market. Our competitive graduate tuition, combined with robust financial aid and a powerful NYC employer network, means your degree pays dividends throughout your career.
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## **Admissions Information**
### Start Your MBA Journey
Applying to Manhattan University's MBA program is designed to be clear and accessible. Review the requirements and key deadlines below to take the next step toward a career in data-driven business leadership in New York City.
**Requirements**
No business background is required. The MBA program is open to students who hold a bachelor's degree in any discipline from an accredited institution.
To apply, you will need:
- Completed application and official transcripts
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
- Personal statement
- Two letters of recommendation
- Professional resume
- GMAT/GRE (waiver available for qualified applicants)
**Application Deadlines**
- Priority / Early Action: November 15
- Regular Decision: February 1
- Spring Admission: November 1
- Rolling Admissions (Online): Year-Round
[Admission and Application Process](/admissions/financial-aid/)
### International Students:
Manhattan University welcomes graduate students from around the world to our New York City campus. We offer comprehensive support for visa documentation, TOEFL/IELTS English language assessments, and international financial aid, including guidance for students already living and working in the New York metro area.
[Learn More about International Financial Aid](/admissions/international/financial-aid/)
### Veterans and Military-Connected Students:
Manhattan University is proud to support veterans and active duty service members pursuing their MBA. We offer dedicated advising, VA benefit assistance, and a welcoming community that honors your service and accelerates your transition into business leadership.
[Learn More about Veteran Services](/admissions/veterans)
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# Kakos School of Arts and Sciences
Manhattan University
# Kakos School of Arts and Sciences
**Discover 33 undergraduate majors, 6 graduate programs, and 6 combined degrees across the humanities, sciences, education, and health.**
As the largest of Manhattan University's three schools, the Kakos School of Arts and Sciences is a vibrant, interdisciplinary community where students build on a strong foundation in the liberal arts and sciences to scaffold their disciplinary passions. Combining Lasallian values with a person-centered approach, we cultivate the critical thinking, scientific inquiry, and communication skills that define exceptional careers. Through faculty-mentored research, study abroad, and internships across New York City, our students become successful, ethical professionals and community-engaged stewards of the future.
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Degree Program Offerings ## Find Your Path
From your first undergraduate course to advanced graduate study, Kakos meets you where you are and prepares you for what comes next.
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[Undergraduate
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Explore 33 undergraduate majors across the humanities, sciences, social sciences, and creative arts, all grounded in a values-added liberal arts foundation.
Explore Undergraduate Programs
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[ Graduate
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Advance your expertise with focused graduate programs designed to deepen your knowledge and accelerate your career in New York City.
Explore Graduate Programs
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[Pre-College
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Get a head start in high school, experiencing college-level study and exploring your academic interests well before you enroll.
Explore Pre-College Programs
The Kakos Difference
## Where Outcomes Speak for Themselves
A Kakos education delivers where it counts. From career-launching internships to top-ranked return on investment, our students graduate ready to lead in their fields and in their communities. The numbers below tell part of that story.
Top 13
Private Colleges & Universities in the Northeast
300+
Internship opportunities
Top 3%
nationally for salary impact
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Pre-Professional Pathways Built for What Comes Next
## Pre-Professional Pathways
Planning for law school or a career in health? Kakos pairs dedicated faculty advising with a New York City location full of opportunity, so you graduate ready to compete for the most selective programs.
Pre-Health
Prepare for medicine, dentistry, and allied health with rigorous science tracks and guidance from our Health Professions Advisory Committee, housed in the Center for Graduate School and Fellowship Advisement.
[Explore Pre-Health Programs](/academics/kakos/pre-health-programs)
Pre-Law
Work with faculty pre-law advisors to build a course of study in reading comprehension, analytical reasoning, and writing, with internships at law firms, courthouses, and advocacy groups across NYC.
[Explore Pre-Law Pathways](/academics/kakos/pre-law-programs)
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Academic Departments
## Explore Our Departments
Across 12 departments, the Kakos School of Arts and Sciences spans the disciplines that build critical thinkers and capable professionals, from the natural sciences and humanities to media arts, education, and the behavioral sciences. Each department pairs small classes and dedicated faculty with hands-on research and internships across New York City.
[ View All Academic Departments ](/academics/kakos/departments)
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Centers Research & Discovery
## Centers That Drive Discovery
The Kakos School of Arts and Sciences is home to several centers that support interdisciplinary work across our community of scholars. They give students and faculty a place to tackle real problems and forge solutions for the local community and the wider world.
Center for Urban Resilience and Environmental Sustainability (CURES)
Supports research, teaching, and community outreach in urban resilience, sustainability, and environmental justice.
[Learn More about CURES](/academics/centers-institutes/cures "Center for Urban Resilience & Environmental Sustainability")
Dorothy Day Center
An internationally recognized hub to engage students on issues of peace, social justice, and Catholic social teaching with an exhibit and special focus on Dorothy Day.
[Learn More About Dorothy Day Center](/academics/centers-institutes/dorothy-day-center "Dorothy Day Center")
Holocaust, Genocide and Interfaith Education Center
Educates the public about the Holocaust and genocide and promotes interfaith understanding among Christians, Jews, and Muslims.
Learn More about Education Center
Kakos Center for Scientific Computing
Provides high-performance computing resources that power faculty and student research across the sciences.
[Learn More About the Center for Scientific Computing](/academics/kakos/center-scientific-computing "Kakos Center for Scientific Computing")
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## Prepare for the Real World
At Manhattan University, your education is built around who you are and where you want to go. Whether you’re ready to apply or just starting to explore, take the next step when you’re ready — we’re here to help.
[Visit Manhattan University](/admissions/visit)
[Apply Today](/admissions/apply)
[Request Information](/admissions/request-information)
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# O'Malley School of Business
Manhattan University
O'Malley School of Business
**Preparedness for the real world.**
Build the skills, network, and confidence to lead in any industry. At the O'Malley School of Business, your education is shaped by New York City, grounded in ethics, and powered by faculty who know your name.
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## A Business Education Built for What's Next
**AACSB accredited. NYC connected. Student-centered.**
The O'Malley School of Business prepares students for rewarding and exceptional careers. Our curriculum combines modern business theory with immersive, real-world practice, equipping you with the skills to solve tomorrow's challenges creatively. As one of only five percent of business schools worldwide accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, the O'Malley School delivers an education that opens doors across industries, geographies, and career paths.
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Outcomes that Matter
The Numbers Behind Your Future
At the O'Malley School of Business, success is measured by where our students go and what they accomplish. From internship placement to graduate outcomes, our data reflects an education that delivers on its promise. These are the numbers that define an OMSB experience.
Top 5%
for return on investment among 1,700 business schools studied by Georgetown
86–91%
employed or in graduate school within nine months of graduation
79%
of students complete at least one internship
Top 6%
AACSB-accredited business schools worldwide
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Choose from eight distinctive majors, including Finance, Accounting, Marketing, Management, Business Analytics, and Global Business, plus minors and the new Real Estate program.
[Explore Undergraduate Programs](/academics/business/programs/undergraduate)
Graduate Programs
Advance with a flexible MBA, specialized tracks in Finance, Analytics, and Sustainability, and master's degrees in Business Analytics, Financial Analytics, and Accounting Analytics.
[Explore Graduate Programs](/academics/business/programs/graduate)
Pre-College Programs
High school students explore business firsthand through immersive summer programs that build skills, sharpen ambitions, and offer a real preview of college-level coursework.
[Explore Pre-College Programs](/academics/business/programs/pre-college)
Find Your Path
Programs Designed Around Your Ambition
**Choose from undergraduate, graduate, and specialized programs that prepare you for a fast-changing economy.**
Whether you are starting your business education, accelerating your career with a graduate degree, or building specialized skills in analytics or finance, the O'Malley School offers programs that meet you where you are. Eight undergraduate majors, an MBA with multiple specializations, three master's degrees in analytics, and continuing education pathways give you the flexibility to shape an education that fits your goals.
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Our programs are designed to prepare students for competitive and evolving job markets by focusing on interdisciplinary education, critical thinking, and developing both soft and technical skills.
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Where Classroom Knowledge Meets Real-World Practice
**Compete, collaborate, and consult with industry leaders before you graduate.**
At the O'Malley School, experiential learning is built into the journey. Students compete on national and global stages through the Federal Reserve Challenge, the Innovation Challenge, and the annual Global Business Analytics Competition. They consult with international partners through the Global Immersion program, traveling to destinations including Singapore, the United Arab Emirates, Greece, and India. The four-year Passport Program connects students with 50 to 60 business leaders each semester through networking events, conferences, and the CEO Insights and Gargano Lecture series, building a career-ready foundation from day one.
[Explore Internships & Research](/academics/business/internships-and-research)
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Bloomberg Finance Lab
A dedicated lab with 25 Bloomberg terminals and certification training, giving students hands-on experience with the platform used by financial professionals worldwide.
[Explore Bloomberg Finance Lab](/academics/business/departments/economics-finance/bloomberg-lab)
Business Analytics & CIS Lab
A specialized lab equipped for data analysis, machine learning, and information systems coursework across the school's analytics programs.
Entrepreneurship Center
A hub for student startups, mentorship, and community small-business services, connecting student founders with NYC's vast entrepreneurial network.
Built for Modern Business
Centers & Facilities
**Spaces That Power Your Education. Train on the tools used by the industries you want to enter.**
The O'Malley School recently completed a comprehensive renovation, creating a professional learning environment with new classrooms, updated computer labs, dedicated team rooms, and a student lounge. Whether you are mastering financial markets, analyzing data, or launching a startup, our facilities give you access to the technology and spaces that mirror the workplaces you are training for.
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**One-on-one mentorship that defines the OMSB experience.**
Through the Theike Fellowship, the Jasper Research Fellowship, and small-team work on the Federal Reserve Challenge and Innovation Challenge, students collaborate directly with faculty in ways rarely available at larger institutions. The result is mentorship that shapes careers, opens doors, and continues long after graduation.
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At Manhattan University, your education is built around who you are and where you want to go. Whether you’re ready to apply or just starting to explore, take the next step when you’re ready — we’re here to help.
[Visit Manhattan University](/admissions/visit)
[Apply Today](/admissions/apply)
[Request Information](/admissions/request-information)
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# School of Engineering
Manhattan University
School of Engineering
**The University That Built New York is engineering what comes next.**
For more than a century, Manhattan University engineers have designed and built the structures and systems that move New York City. Rooted in a liberal arts foundation and the Lasallian tradition, our students learn by solving real problems in professional-grade labs and graduate ready to lead in industry, research, and public service.
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Undergraduate Programs
Earn an ABET-accredited B.S. across our engineering disciplines, with hands-on labs from your first year.
[Explore Undergraduate Degrees](/academics/engineering/programs/undergraduate)
Graduate Programs
Advance your career with M.S. and professional degrees built for working engineers in the New York region.
[Explore Graduate Programs](/academics/engineering/programs/graduate)
Academic Departments
Explore our engineering departments and find the faculty, labs, and disciplines that fit your goals.
[See Academic Departments](/academics/engineering/departments)
Advising
Get one-on-one guidance on coursework, registration, and academic planning throughout your degree.
[Learn About Advising Resources](/academics/engineering/advising)
Research
Work alongside faculty on funded projects, from sustainable energy to water and infrastructure systems.
[Explore Research](/academics/engineering/research)
Office of the Dean
Connect with school leadership and learn about the vision guiding Manhattan University engineering.
[Learn More About Engineering](/academics/engineering/about)
Explore The School
Find Your Path in Engineering
The School of Engineering brings together undergraduate degrees, graduate study, and faculty-led research under one roof. Explore the programs, departments, and resources that fit your goals. Wherever you are starting, there is a clear next step here.
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Kathryn W. Jablokow, Ph.D., serves as Dean of the School of Engineering, the first woman to hold the role at Manhattan University. A nationally recognized engineering educator and researcher, she leads a school known for rigorous, hands-on programs and a century of impact on the built world. Under her leadership, Manhattan University's engineering program continues to prepare students to solve the challenges shaping our future.
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Mentors, Researchers, and Working Engineers
Manhattan University engineering faculty are accomplished researchers and practicing professionals who teach in small classes where they know every student by name. They guide undergraduates through hands-on projects from the first year and partner with graduate students on funded research across disciplines. Their work spans sustainable energy, water and environmental systems, structural design, and emerging technologies. When you study here, you learn directly from the people advancing the field.
[Meet School of Engineering Faculty](/academics/engineering/faculty)
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[Student Clubs & Organizations](/academics/engineering/clubs-orgs)
[Honor Societies](/academics/engineering/honor-societies)
A Hands-on Discipline
Engineering for the Good of Others
Engineering is a hands-on discipline, and at Manhattan University career preparation begins freshman year. As Lasallians, our students use their skills to serve others: designing sustainable energy solutions, building water filtration systems for developing communities, creating devices that improve life for the elderly, and helping rebuild after natural disasters. They engineer the future by giving back to humanity and the world we share.
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See the courses and requirements that shape each engineering degree from first year to capstone.
[Explore Curriculum & Courses](https://catalog.manhattan.edu/undergraduate/engineering/)
Honor Societies
Join the engineering honor societies that recognize academic excellence and leadership on campus.
[Explore Honor Societies](/academics/engineering/honor-societies)
High School Programs
Explore pre-college opportunities that introduce high school students to hands-on engineering.
[Explore High School Programs](/academics/engineering/high-school-programs)
Accreditation
Learn how our ABET-accredited programs meet the standards that employers and licensing boards trust.
[See Accreditation](/academics/engineering/accreditation)
Student Clubs & Organizations
Get involved in the clubs and chapters where engineers build, compete, and lead together.
[Explore Clubs & Organizations](/academics/engineering/clubs-orgs)
Support Engineering Students
Make a gift that funds scholarships, labs, and hands-on learning for the next generation.
[Make a Gift](/giving)
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Keep Discovering the School of Engineering
There is more to explore beyond our programs and people. Dig into the curriculum, connect with student organizations and honor societies, or learn how you can support the next generation of Manhattan University engineers.
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The following engineering programs are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET ([**https://www.abet.org**](https://www.abet.org/)), the globally recognized standard in engineering accreditation.
#### **Undergraduate programs:**
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
#### **Graduate programs:**
- Environmental Engineering
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At Manhattan University, your education is built around who you are and where you want to go. Whether you’re ready to apply or just starting to explore, take the next step when you’re ready — we’re here to help.
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# Loans and Grants
Admissions & Aid
Loans and Grants
**Scholarships, grants, loans, and federal aid combine to make a Manhattan education attainable.**
99% of Manhattan University students receive financial aid through a combination of scholarships, grants, federal loans, and work programs. Whether you are applying for the first time or returning to refresh your award, this is your starting point for understanding all available aid programs and how to put them to work for your education.
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[Contact a Financial Aid Counselor](/admissions/financial-aid/about/team)
98%
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99%
of students receive financial aid
$33K+
average financial aid award
75+
work-study positions across all majors
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Subsidized and unsubsidized Direct Loans, Parent PLUS Loans, and private education loans bridge the gap between aid and total cost. Borrow only what is genuinely needed.
[Explore Loans](/admissions/financial-aid/loans-grants/loans)
Scholarships
Merit, talent, and institutional scholarships recognize academic excellence, athletic ability, performing arts, and other achievements. Many awards are automatic upon admission with no separate application needed.
[Explore Scholarships](/admissions/financial-aid/loans-grants/scholarships-and-grants)
Grants
Need-based grants from Manhattan University, federal Pell Grants, New York State TAP, and STEM Incentive awards help reduce out-of-pocket costs without requiring repayment.
[Explore Grants](/admissions/financial-aid/scholarships-and-grants#need-based)
FAFSA Application
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid unlocks federal grants, loans, and work-study. **Manhattan University's school code is 002758.** File early to maximize the aid you qualify for.
[Start Your FAFSA](https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa)
Net Price Calculator
Get a personalized estimate of your actual cost after scholarships, grants, and aid in about ten minutes. The most accurate way to understand what families pay at Manhattan.
[Calculate Your Cost](/admissions/financial-aid/cost-calculator)
Talk to a Counselor
Our financial aid team can guide students and families through every step. Reach out with questions about your award letter, special circumstances, or any part of the aid process.
[Meet Our Financial Aid Team](/admissions/financial-aid/about/team)
Ready to Begin?
Get Started With Aid Today
Whether you are filing your first FAFSA, comparing aid offers, or planning how to pay your next bill, our team is here to help. Reach out with questions, or jump straight to the program that fits your situation.
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At Manhattan University, your education is built around who you are and where you want to go. Whether you’re ready to apply or just starting to explore, take the next step when you’re ready — we’re here to help.
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# Tuition & Fees
Admissions and Aid
# Tuition & Fees
**Clear costs, predictable tuition, and aid that meets you where you are.**
Manhattan University publishes full-tuition, fees, housing, and meal-plan rates for every program so you can plan with confidence. Beginning Fall 2026, the Jasper Guarantee locks in your undergraduate tuition rate for eight consecutive semesters, ensuring no surprise increases between enrollment and graduation.
[ Visit Manhattan University ](/admissions/visit)
[ Learn More About Jasper Guarantee ](/admissions/undergraduate/jasper-guarantee) [ Calculate Your Net Price ](/admissions/financial-aid/cost-calculator)
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$33K+
average undergraduate aid award
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\#20
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Understanding Your Costs ## Understanding Your Costs
### Direct Costs vs. Indirect Costs
Your full cost of attendance has two parts. Direct costs are billed by Manhattan University each semester. Indirect costs are estimates of expenses you will manage yourself. Both are factored into your financial aid award.
Comparison of direct and indirect costs at Manhattan UniversityTypeWhat It IncludesBilled by Manhattan University?Direct CostsTuition, mandatory fees, on-campus housing, meal planYesIndirect CostsBooks, supplies, transportation, personal expenses, off-campus housingNo
Undergraduate ## Undergraduate Tuition and Fees
Annual direct costs for full-time undergraduate students in the Kakos School of Arts and Sciences, the O'Malley School of Business, and the School of Engineering.
[Undergraduate Admissions Information](/admissions/undergraduate "Undergraduate Admissions")
### Tips and Payment Plan
Your cost of attendance (COA) less all aid offered on your award letter is the maximum amount that may be borrowed in loans. We encourage you to borrow only what you need.
**Monthly Payment Plan:** A $50 enrollment fee per semester applies for five monthly payments. Visit [Manhattan University's Payment Plan website](/offices/bursar/payment-options) for more information.
Annual undergraduate direct costs for resident and commuter students, 2026-2027Undergraduate Direct CostsResidentCommuterFull-Time Tuition, 12-17 credits (Kakos School of Arts and Sciences, O'Malley School of Business, School of Engineering)$50,000$50,000Program Fee$2,800$2,800Comprehensive Fee$2,200$2,200Housing, double occupancy room rate$11,550Not applicableMeal Plan, standard plan$7,980$445Total Direct Costs$74,530$55,445
### Part-Time and Over-Credit Rates
Part-time and over-credit rates, 2026-2027RateCostTuition Per Credit$1,200Comprehensive Fee, part-time students under 12 credits$315
### General Studies, A.S. Degree
General Studies A.S. degree annual direct costs, 2026-2027Annual RateCostFull-Time Tuition, 12-17 credits$15,000Comprehensive Fee$2,000Total Direct Costs$17,000
### Special Fees: 2026-2027
Other charges and fees, 2026-2027Other Charges and FeesCostOptional Practical Training (OPT) Administrative Fee$150OPT STEM-Extension Administrative Fee$250Residency Security Deposit$300Non-Matriculation Fee, per term$260Returned Check Charge$25Study Abroad Fee$760May Camp$1,600Transfer Credit Fee$210Transcript$5Deferral Fee$100Late Payment Charge1%
For more information about housing and meal plan options:
[Visit Residence Life](/offices/residence-life "Residence Life")
## Tuition and Fees: 2025-2026
### Annual Undergraduate Direct Costs
Annual undergraduate direct costs by school for resident and commuter students, 2025-2026Undergraduate Direct CostsResident Kakos / O'MalleyResident EngineeringCommuter Kakos / O'MalleyCommuter EngineeringFull-Time Tuition$50,400$50,400$50,400$50,400Program Fee$2,400$3,800$2,400$3,800Comprehensive Fee$2,200$2,200$2,200$2,200Housing$11,550$11,550Not applicableNot applicableMeal Plan$7,600$7,600$425$425Total Direct Costs$74,150$75,550$55,425$56,825
### Part-Time and Over-Credit Rates
Part-time and over-credit rates, 2025-2026RateCostTuition Per Credit$1,490Comprehensive Fee, part-time students under 12 credits$315
### General Studies, A.S. Degree
General Studies A.S. degree annual direct costs, 2025-2026Annual RateCostFull-Time Tuition, 12-17 credits$15,000Comprehensive Fee$2,000Total Direct Costs$17,000
### Special Fees: 2025-2026
Other charges and fees, 2025-2026Other Charges and FeesCostOPT Administrative Fee$150OPT STEM Extension Fee$250Residency Charge, with class$280Residency Charge, no class$390Residency Deposit$300Non-Matriculation Fee$260Returned Check$25Study Abroad Fee$760May Camp$1,500Intersession Internship$745Transfer Credit Fee$210Transcript$5Deferral Fee$100Late Payment1%
Graduate ## Graduate Tuition and Fees
**NOTE:** Scholarships are posted to student accounts on or before the add and drop date each semester.
**Questions?**
Contact Jasper Central at [718-862-7100](tel:7188627100) or .
[More Information on Graduate Education at Manhattan University](/graduate "Graduate Education")
### Graduate Tuition Per Credit
Graduate tuition per credit by school, 2025-2026 and 2024-2025Program2025-2026 Cost Per Credit2024-2025 Cost Per CreditGraduate Kakos School of Arts and Sciences$1,330$1,270Graduate School of Engineering$1,540$1,470Graduate O'Malley School of Business$1,430$1,370Undergraduate Prerequisite Courses (for graduate students)$1,490$1,430Graduate Business Foundation Courses$715$685Graduate Engineering Foundation Courses$770$735Graduate School of Continuing and Professional Studies$1,130$1,080
### Graduate Fees
Graduate fees, 2025-2026 and 2024-2025Fee2025-2026 Cost2024-2025 CostComprehensive Fee, Commuter (enrolled in 1-8 credits) per term$315$300Comprehensive Fee, Commuter (enrolled in 9 or more credits) per term$630$600Comprehensive Fee Intersession, Commuter (enrolled in 1-8 credits) per term$160$150Comprehensive Fee Intersession, Commuter (enrolled in 9 or more credits) per term$315$300Comprehensive Fee, Resident (including Organizational Leadership) per term, Fall and Spring$1,100$1,050Information Services Fee (Organizational Leadership) assessed each Part of Term$105$100Standard Meal Plan$3,800$3,625High Use Meal Plan$4,200$4,000Room Rate, Four-Person Suite or Double Occupancy$5,775$5,775Single Room Rate (Chrysostom, Lee, Horan)$6,995$6,995Apartment Double Room Rate$7,535$7,535Apartment Single Room Rate$8,695$8,695Twelve-Month Housing Rate (per semester)$7,500$7,500Residency Security Deposit and Dorm Damage Deposit (one-time)$300$300Student Health Insurance$2,392$2,359Optional Practical Training (OPT) Administrative Fee (one-time, at application)$150$150OPT STEM-Extension Administrative Fee (one-time, at application)$250$250Non-Matriculation Fee$260$250Returned Check Charge (per item)$25$25Off-Campus Courses Transfer Credit$210$200Deferral Fee (optional financing tool, per semester)$100$100Transcript (per copy)$5$5Late Payment Charge (per month on overdue balance)1%1%
Graduate Tuition Scholarship ## 10% Graduate Tuition Scholarship
All graduate students are automatically considered for the 10% tuition scholarship at the time of admission into Manhattan University. There is no additional application required to receive this award. This discount will be applied each term as long as the following criteria are met:
- Must have a 3.0 GPA or higher from your undergraduate institution at the time of admission.
- Must remain in good academic standing to maintain the scholarship each semester.
- This scholarship cannot be combined with any other discount. This is not an exhaustive list but includes graduate assistantship awards, graduate education awards, athletic scholarship recipient awards, stipends, honors scholarships, employee reimbursement, dual degree, and seamless or 5th year program students.
- Awards are not finalized until all official transcripts are received and verified.
- Admitted non-matriculated and advanced certificate program students are not eligible.
Adult Undergraduate ## Adult Undergraduate Tuition and Fees
[For more information on Adult Undergraduate and Professional Programs](/adult "Adult & Professional Programs")
**Questions?**
Contact Jasper Central at [718-862-7100](tel:7188627100) or .
### Rates
Adult undergraduate tuition and fees, 2025-2026 and 2024-2025Tuition and Fees2025-2026 Cost2024-2025 CostUndergraduate Tuition, per credit$945$900Graduate Tuition, per credit$1,130$1,080Information Services Fee assessed each Part of Term or Intersession$105$100Information Services Fee, Additional Resident Student Surcharge assessed per term (Fall and Spring only)$1,100$1,050Student Health Insurance$2,392$2,359Optional Practical Training (OPT) Administrative Fee (one-time, at application)$150$150OPT STEM-Extension Administrative Fee (one-time, at application)$250$250Non-Matriculation Fee, per term$260$250
## Organizational Leadership Payment Policy
The Kakos School of Arts and Sciences payment policy for students pursuing a degree in Organizational Leadership has been designed to ensure that students complete the program and earn their degree with their financial obligation to the University satisfied. Payment deadlines for students pursuing a degree in Organizational Leadership are set based on the course structure; therefore, tuition and fees are due one week prior to the start of each Part of Term.
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### Recurring Fees
The following fees are charged on a recurring basis.
#### Student Health Insurance
If you have not waived the MC-SHIP health insurance coverage for the Fall & Spring academic year, a charge will be applied to your eBill statement for the health insurance plan. For more information on whether your student status places you under the health insurance mandate and for information and deadlines for the online waiver/enrollment process, please visit:
[Manhattan University's Student Health Website](/node/2161)
#### Non-Matriculation Fee
This fee is charged each term to students who are not matriculated at Manhattan University.
#### Overcredit Charges
Students who exceed the annual number of credits listed under the current degree requirements in their field of study for their class status will be charged at the per-credit tuition rate for the school in which they are registered. Overcredit charges are assessed each spring semester. Students should contact their academic advisor for questions related to annual enrollment limits. Course requirements are listed in the Manhattan University catalog. Information can also be found online at:
[Bursar's Office on Overcredit Charges](/offices/bursar/undergraduate-billing-policy "Billing Policy on Overcredit Tuition Charges for Undergraduates").
#### Program Fee
This fee is charged each semester to all full-time undergraduate students and is considered a tuition charge incorporated under the Tuition Liability policy. It serves to differentiate programming costs between the three schools of the University.
#### Comprehensive Fee
All students are now assessed a **Comprehensive Fee** that includes a number of University services. The mandatory Comprehensive Fee is a per-term fee. This fee provides students with a variety of services, including the student engagement fee, health center fee, information services fee, including email, wireless connectivity, cloud computing with document sharing, file storage, free printing in computer labs, digital signage, a course management system, and academic and research database access. This fee is non-refundable.
#### Room and Board
Room and Board charges are based on a resident student’s housing and meal plan selection each semester. Charges will vary for housing types, such as single rooms and 12-month housing.
#### Study Abroad/ Away Fee
Students studying through study abroad programs are assessed this fee during the semester away from campus.
#### Transfer Credit Fee
This fee is assessed for matriculated students who have received prior approval from their academic advisor to take a course for credit at another college or university. This fee will be assessed once the transcript has been received, evaluated, and processed for entry on the student's academic record.
#### Information Services Fee
This fee is assessed per term to students in the Professional Studies program per Part of Term during the Fall and Spring semesters and per term for the intersessions. The fee is based on the student's residency status.
This fee provides students with a variety of services, including email, wireless connectivity, cloud computing with document sharing, file storage, free printing in computer labs, digital signage, a course management system, academic and research database access, and newspapers. It is charged each semester.
## One-time, Mandatory Fees
The following fees are charged one-time per occurrence or as noted.
#### Residency Security Deposit/ Dorm Damage Deposit
This deposit type is required of all first-time resident students. It is refundable, less sanctions or damage assessments upon proper withdrawal from housing at the completion of the housing contract period. The deposit payment is held in an external deposit account and released with the authorization of the Residence Life department after satisfaction of the residency contract. If a student has the fee released for any reason, it will be required to be resubmitted prior to securing a housing placement.
## One-time, Other Fees
The following fees are charged one-time per occurrence or as noted.
#### Optional Practical Training Administrative Fee
This one-time fee is due at the time of application submission. The charge is imposed on international students applying for Optional Practical Training (OPT). The fee covers the administrative costs associated with processing the OPT application and maintaining the student's SEVIS record while they are employed under OPT status. This is a separate fee from the USCIS filing fee for the OPT application.
#### Optical Practical Training STEM Extension Administrative Fee
This one-time fee is due at the time of application submission. The charge is imposed on international students applying for STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). This allows F-1 visa holders with STEM degrees to work in the US for an additional 24 months after their initial OPT period. The fee covers the administrative costs associated with reviewing documents, submitting the necessary paperwork to USCIS, processing the STEM OPT application, and maintaining the student's SEVIS record while they are employed under OPT status. This is a separate fee from the USCIS filing fee for the OPT application.
NOTE:
*2026-27 Tuition and fee rates are effective as of May 1, 2026 (Summer 1) through Spring 2027. The uncertainty of present-day costs makes it necessary for the University to reserve the right to adjust tuition and fees whenever necessary. When applying for admission, students and their families should anticipate future annual increases.*
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## Prepare for the Real World
At Manhattan University, your education is built around who you are and where you want to go. Whether you’re ready to apply or just starting to explore, take the next step when you’re ready — we’re here to help.
[Apply Today](/admissions/apply)
[Visit Manhattan University](/admissions/visit)
[Request Information](/admissions/undergraduate/request-information)
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url: "/admissions/veterans"
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date: 2026-02-12
updated: 2026-05-03
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# Veterans & Military
Admissions
# Veterans & Military
**For Those Who Served.**
Manhattan University honors your service with a dedicated Veterans Success Program, unlimited Yellow Ribbon benefits, and a community that's with you every step of the way, from application through graduation and beyond.
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Financial Benefits
## You've Earned These Benefits. We'll Help You Use Them.
Manhattan University participates in every major federal and New York State veteran education benefit program, and as an Unlimited Yellow Ribbon school, many veterans attend at no out-of-pocket cost.
[](https://www.va.gov/education/about-gi-bill-benefits/post-9-11/yellow-ribbon-program/)
[Yellow Ribbon Program
](https://www.va.gov/education/about-gi-bill-benefits/post-9-11/yellow-ribbon-program/)
As an **Unlimited Yellow Ribbon school**, Manhattan University matches VA Yellow Ribbon contributions with no cap on the number of participating students. Eligible Post-9/11 GI Bill® recipients may attend at zero cost.
Explore Yellow Ribbon Program
[](https://www.va.gov/education/eligibility/)
[GI Bill® Chapters
](https://www.va.gov/education/eligibility/)
We accept all major GI Bill® chapters including Post-9/11 (Ch. 33), Montgomery GI Bill® Active Duty (Ch. 30), MGIB-SR (Ch. 1606), REAP (Ch. 1607), VRAP, and Vocational Rehabilitation (Ch. 31).
Explore GI Bill® Chapters
[](https://www.hesc.ny.gov/pay-for-college/financial-aid/types-of-financial-aid/nys-grants-scholarships-awards/veterans-tuition-awards.html)
[NY Veterans Tuition Award
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New York State residents may be eligible for the Veterans Tuition Awards (VTA) program, which provides tuition assistance for full- and part-time study at Manhattan University for eligible veterans.
NY Veterans Tuition Award
[](https://www.va.gov/education/survivor-dependent-education-assistance)
[Dependent & Survivor Benefits
](https://www.va.gov/education/survivor-dependent-education-assistance)
Eligible dependents (spouses, survivors, or children) of veterans may qualify for educational benefits through the DEA program (Chapter 35), including a monthly stipend for tuition and training.
VA Chapter 35 Info
[](https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa)
[FAFSA & Additional Aid
](https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa)
All veterans are encouraged to complete a FAFSA to determine eligibility for additional support, including Pell Grants and Manhattan University merit scholarships that can be combined with VA benefits.
Explore FAFSA Application
[](https://jaspersfinaid.blogspot.com)
[External Scholarships
](https://jaspersfinaid.blogspot.com)
Manhattan University maintains a curated list of veteran-specific external scholarships including AFCEA, AMVETS, VFW, Wyakin Warriors, Women Marine Scholarships, and many more.
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Military Monday
## Monthly Virtual Information Sessions for Prospective Veterans
**Experience the Manhattan Veteran Community**
We invite you to join our monthly Military Monday Virtual Information Sessions, or schedule a personalized one-on-one virtual or in-person appointment with our veteran admissions team at your convenience. Our dedicated team builds one-to-one relationships with each applicant to ensure a smooth transition into the Manhattan University community.
- Tour our Veterans Success Programs and community.
- Meet with the admissions and veteran services team.
- Learn about GI Bill®, Yellow Ribbon, and scholarship options.
- Ask questions in a small, personalized virtual setting.
[ Register for Military Monday ](https://apply.manhattan.edu/portal/militarymonday)
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## **How to Apply as a Veteran**
Manhattan University's admissions process for veterans operates on a rolling basis with no fixed deadline, and our team is dedicated to making your transition as smooth as possible.
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### Determine Your Applicant Type
Your application track depends on your branch and prior college coursework.
**Freshman** Army, Marines, Navy, or Coast Guard with no prior college coursework. Air Force without a CCAF/Air University or Joint Services Transcript.
**Transfer** Air Force with a CCAF/Air University or Joint Services Transcript. Army, Marines, Navy, or Coast Guard with any completed college coursework before, during, or after service. Eligible dependents with some prior college.
**Graduate** Completed an undergraduate degree from a regionally accredited institution.
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### Submit Your Application
Apply as soon as you begin your final semester at your previous institution or prior to leaving active duty. Admissions is rolling, with decisions typically issued within 2 to 3 weeks of receiving all required documents. Freshman applicants should aim to apply by March 1.
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### Submit Required Documents
In addition to the standard application, military and veteran applicants must provide a **Joint Services Transcript (JST)** or CCAF/Air University transcript. Transcripts can be ordered online at [jst.doded.mil](http://www.jst.doded.mil) or through [getmytranscript.com](http://www.getmytranscript.com).
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### Apply for VA Educational Benefits
Visit the VA website to apply for your educational benefits. Eligible veterans may also transfer Post-9/11 (Chapter 33) benefits to an eligible dependent. After VA approval, you will receive a Certificate of Eligibility (COE) by mail. Notify our VA Certifying Official once your benefits are approved.
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### Submit Your COE and Benefits Paperwork
Mail or email your Certificate of Eligibility along with your completed VA form (22-1990 for new applicants, 22-1995 if transferring from another institution) to:
*Manhattan University, Student Financial Services
ATTN: David Bollert, VA Certifying Official
4513 Manhattan College Parkway
Riverdale, NY 10471
or email: *
By the Numbers
## Recognized. Ranked. Ready for You.
Manhattan University is consistently ranked among the nation's top schools for veteran students — by the measures that matter most.
\#6
Manhattan University climbed from 27th to 6th in the Northeast & Islands region, one of the largest single-year jumps in the ranking's history.
Military Times
\#85
Manhattan ranks 85th overall, rising from 218th the prior year — a gain of 133 positions in a single cycle.
Military Times
\#73
*The Wall Street Journal* ranked Manhattan University 73rd among all U.S. colleges and universities, recognizing outcomes, academic environment, and student experience.
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Veteran Success Programs
## A Community Built for Veterans
Our homegrown Veterans Success Programs are tailored to fit the unique needs of student veterans and their families as they transition from military to civilian and academic life.
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[Veterans Success Center ](/offices/veterans/success-center)Opened Fall 2022, the state-of-the-art center features three distinct spaces: a quiet study area, a group meeting room, and a collaborative social space. Equipped with laptops, a textbook lending library, and veteran resource referral materials — conveniently co-located with Career Development, Academic Success, Financial Aid, and the Writing Center.
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[Veterans at Ease Program ](/offices/veterans/veterans-at-ease)Dedicated to supporting student veterans' transition to civilian and academic life. Includes a special adapted section of RELS 161 (The Nature and Experience of Religion) that introduces meditation, yoga, and stress reduction, plus an off-campus four-day retreat at Paradise Island, Bahamas for eligible participants.
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[Veterans Mentoring Program ](/offices/veterans/veterans-mentoring-program)Every new undergraduate student veteran is paired with a returning student veteran enrolled in a similar program of study. The mentor/mentee relationship builds bonds between vets, encourages involvement in campus life, and eases the transition to academic and civilian life. Alumni also participate through guest speaker series and networking opportunities.
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## Prepare for the Real World
At Manhattan University, your education is built around who you are and where you want to go. Whether you’re ready to apply or just starting to explore, take the next step when you’re ready — we’re here to help.
[Apply Today](/admissions/apply)
[Visit Manhattan University](/admissions/visit)
[Request Information](/admissions/undergraduate/request-information)
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# Leadership & Governance
About Manhattan University
# Leadership & Governance
**Shared governance rooted in collaboration, integrity, and a commitment to Manhattan University's enduring mission.**
Since its founding in 1853 by the Brothers of the Christian Schools, Manhattan University has been guided by a model of shared governance. Decisions are shaped through collaboration among trustees, faculty, administrators, and staff, ensuring accountability, transparency, and long-term institutional strength.
[ Office of the President ](/offices/office-of-president)
[ Board of Trustees ](/about/leadership-governance/board-of-trustees)
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## A Tradition of Shared Governance
Since its founding in 1853 by the Brothers of the Christian Schools, Manhattan University has embraced a model of shared governance. Leadership decisions are informed by collaboration among trustees, faculty, administrators, and staff, ensuring integrity, accountability, and long-term institutional strength.
This structure allows the University to:
- Maintain strong academic standards
- Align strategic planning with mission and values
- Steward resources responsibly
- Foster an inclusive and engaged campus community
[](/offices/office-of-president)
[Office of the President
](/offices/office-of-president)
Led by President Frederick Bonato, Ph.D., the office advances Manhattan's Lasallian Catholic mission and sets the vision for the University's future.
Visit the Office
[](/offices/office-of-president/presidents-cabinet)
[President's Cabinet
](/offices/office-of-president/presidents-cabinet)
The senior leaders who partner with the President to guide strategy, operations, and student success across the University.
Meet the Cabinet
[](/about/leadership-governance/board-of-trustees)
[Board of Trustees
](/about/leadership-governance/board-of-trustees)
The governing body responsible for stewarding the University's mission, financial health, and long-term institutional direction.
View the Board of Trustees
[](/about/leadership-governance/deans)
[Academic Deans
](/about/leadership-governance/deans)
The deans of our three schools who lead faculty, shape curriculum, and advance academic excellence for every Manhattan student.
Meet the Deans
[](/about/leadership-governance/manhattan-university-senate)
[University Senate
](/about/leadership-governance/manhattan-university-senate)
The representative body where faculty, staff, and students shape policy and contribute to shared governance decisions.
Learn About the Senate
[](/about/leadership-governance/council-for-faculty-affairs)
[Council for Faculty Affairs
](/about/leadership-governance/council-for-faculty-affairs)
The faculty governance group that reviews academic matters, faculty welfare, and policies affecting teaching and research.
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## Prepare for the Real World
At Manhattan University, your education is built around who you are and where you want to go. Whether you’re ready to apply or just starting to explore, take the next step when you’re ready — we’re here to help.
[Apply Today](/admissions/apply)
[Visit Manhattan University](/admissions/visit)
[Request Information](/admissions/undergraduate/request-information)
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# Apply to Manhattan University
Admissions
Apply to Manhattan University
**Start your application to a Lasallian Catholic university in New York City. Choose the path that fits where you are right now.**
Manhattan University welcomes applications from first-year and transfer students, graduate and 5-year applicants, and adult and continuing studies learners. Whichever path you choose, you will join a community known for small classes, hands-on learning, and one of the strongest career outcomes records in the Northeast.
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**Undergraduate Admissions**
For high school students entering college and students transferring from another institution. Apply through the Common Application or our transfer portal.
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For Master's, and Certificate, Students
For applicants pursuing one of our 28 graduate programs across business, engineering, education, arts and sciences, and the health professions.
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Adult and Professional Programs Students
For adult learners completing a bachelor's degree, returning to finish a degree, or pursuing professional credentials through our School of Professional Programs.
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Find the Journey That Fits You
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## How to Apply in Four Steps
Manhattan University is committed to making the application process clear, straightforward, and accessible. Follow these four steps to submit a complete application.
### Step 1. Choose your program
Explore our undergraduate majors and minors, graduate programs, and adult and continuing studies options to confirm the program that fits your goals. Each program page lists curriculum, careers, and faculty so you can apply with confidence.
### Step 2. Review requirements and gather your materials
Application requirements vary by program. Most undergraduate applicants submit a transcript, personal statement, and one or more letters of recommendation. Graduate programs typically require transcripts, a personal statement, recommendations, and program-specific materials. International applicants and transfer students have additional requirements.
### Step 3. Submit your application
Apply through the portal that matches your path. First-year undergraduates apply through the Common Application. Transfer students use our online transfer application. Graduate applicants apply through the CAS portal for their school. Adult and continuing studies applicants apply through our online application.
Step 4. Track your application status
Once you submit, you can check your application status, upload supporting documents, and receive updates through the Manhattan University applicant portal.
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## Application deadlines for Manhattan University
Manhattan University accepts applications year-round across most programs. The deadlines below reflect priority and term-specific dates that give you the strongest consideration for admission and financial aid.
Application deadlines by applicant type and termApplication PathTermDeadlineUndergraduate (First-Year)FallMarch 1 (priority); rolling thereafterUndergraduate (Transfer)Fall and SpringRolling admissionsGraduateSpringJanuary 15 (priority)GraduateSummerApril 1 (priority)GraduateFallAugust 1 (priority)Adult and Continuing StudiesSpringJanuary 1Adult and Continuing StudiesFallAugust 1
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Educated in New York. Prepared for the Real World.
Founded in 1853, Manhattan University is a Lasallian Catholic institution in Riverdale, just minutes from midtown Manhattan by subway. Our 28 graduate programs, more than 40 undergraduate majors, and full slate of adult and continuing studies options are taught by faculty who know your name, in classes small enough to ask the question you actually want to ask. Our New York City location turns the city itself into an extension of the classroom, with internships, research, and clinical placements across the five boroughs. Rooted in the Lasallian tradition of academic excellence, ethical leadership, and service, Manhattan prepares graduates whose preparation, professionalism, and earnings potential make a Jasper education one of the strongest values in the Northeast.
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What to Submit
What You Will Need to Apply
Specific requirements vary by program. Below is a high-level guide to what most applicants submit. Each application path links to a full requirements page with program-specific details.
### Undergraduate first-year applicants
- Common Application
- Official high school transcript
- Personal statement
- One or more letters of recommendation
- SAT or ACT scores (optional)
- Application fee or fee waiver
### Undergraduate transfer applicants
- Manhattan University transfer application
- Official transcripts from each college previously attended
- High school transcript (if fewer than 24 college credits completed)
- Personal statement
- Letter of recommendation
### Graduate applicants
- Application through the CAS portal for your school of interest
- Official transcripts from all institutions attended
- Personal statement
- Letters of recommendation (number varies by program)
- Resume or CV
- Program-specific materials (portfolios, writing samples, prerequisites)
### Adult and continuing studies applicants
- Online application
- Official transcripts from previous institutions
- Personal statement
- Letter of recommendation (where applicable)
### International applicants
- All of the above for your applicant type
- Course-by-course evaluation from a NACES member agency for non-U.S. coursework
- English proficiency scores (TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo) where applicable
- Documentation for visa and I-20 processing
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Answers to Common Questions
Your Application Questions, Answered
From deadlines to test policies to transfer credit, here is what prospective Jaspers ask most often before they apply.
How do I apply to Manhattan University?
Choose the application path that fits where you are. First-year and transfer undergraduates apply through the Common Application or our transfer portal. Graduate applicants apply through the CAS portal for the school of their program. Adult and continuing studies applicants apply through our online application. Each path is linked from this page.
Does Manhattan University accept the Common App?
Yes. First-year undergraduate applicants apply to Manhattan University through the Common Application. Transfer applicants use our dedicated Manhattan University transfer application. Graduate and adult and continuing studies applicants use different portals matched to their programs.
What is the application deadline for Manhattan University?
Manhattan University uses rolling admissions for undergraduate applications, with a March 1 priority deadline for fall enrollment. Graduate priority deadlines are January 15 for spring, April 1 for summer, and August 1 for fall. Adult and continuing studies deadlines are January 1 for spring and August 1 for fall.
Is Manhattan University test optional?
Yes. Manhattan University is test optional for first-year undergraduate admission, which means SAT and ACT scores are not required. Applicants may submit scores if they believe their results strengthen their application, but admission decisions are based on the full academic record, personal statement, and supporting materials.
How much is the application fee at Manhattan University?
Application fees vary by program and applicant type. Many undergraduate applicants qualify for a fee waiver through the Common Application or by demonstrating financial need. Check the application portal for your path for the current fee and waiver options.
How do I check my Manhattan University application status?
After you submit your application, you can check your status through the Manhattan University applicant portal at apply.manhattan.edu. The portal also lets you upload supporting documents and view admissions decisions when they become available.
Can I apply to Manhattan University as a transfer student?
Yes. Manhattan University welcomes transfer applicants from two-year and four-year institutions. Transfer students apply through our online transfer application and submit transcripts from each college previously attended. Credit evaluation is completed by the Office of Admissions after a complete application is received.
How do I apply to a graduate program at Manhattan University?
Graduate applicants apply through the Centralized Application Service (CAS) portal for the school of their program: O'Malley School of Business, the School of Engineering, or the Kakos School of Arts and Sciences.
Can adult learners apply to Manhattan University?
Yes. Manhattan University's School of Continuing and Professional Studies serves adult learners completing a bachelor's degree, returning to finish a degree, or earning professional credentials. Applications are submitted online with deadlines of January 1 for the spring semester and August 1 for the fall semester.
Does Manhattan University offer online programs?
Yes. Manhattan University offers a growing portfolio of online and blended graduate programs, particularly through the O'Malley School of Business. Online program applicants follow the same application process as in-person graduate applicants and apply through the appropriate CAS portal.
Where is Manhattan University located?
Manhattan University is located at 4513 Manhattan College Parkway in Riverdale, New York 10471, in the northwest Bronx. The campus is approximately 30 minutes from midtown Manhattan by subway on the 1 train and is easily accessible from across the New York metropolitan area.
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# Start Your Academic Journey Near the Heart of New York City
Manhattan University prepares you for the real world with undergraduate programs that deliver real return on your investment, expert faculty, hands-on learning, and direct access to internships, employers, and experiences that shape your future. Tell us a bit about yourself, and we'll send the details you need to take the next step.
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## Incoming First-Year
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Who We Are
## A New York City University Preparing You for The Real World
For more than 170 years, Manhattan University has prepared students to lead with purpose, think critically, and build careers that matter. Our numbers tell the story of a community small enough to know you and ambitious enough to launch you.
[ Visit Manhattan University ](/admissions/visit)
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3,227
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Our Students
## You Won't Be a Number Here
With 2,746 undergraduates and 481 graduate students, Manhattan University is intentionally sized for connection. Faculty know your name, classmates become collaborators, and the community you build here follows you into your career. Our students arrive from 48 U.S. states and territories and more than 60 countries, bringing perspectives that shape every conversation in and out of the classroom.
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A Community That Reflects New York
46% students of color, including 38% Hispanic students. Manhattan is a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution, and our community reflects the diversity of the city we call home.
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Built for First Generation Success
29% of Jaspers are the first in their family to pursue a four-year degree. Our advising, mentorship, and support networks are built around that reality every step of the way.
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A Campus Where Everyone Leads
58% men, 42% women. Manhattan offers a learning environment where every student finds their voice, builds confidence, and steps into leadership.
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Where We Are
## A Riverdale Home. A New York City Reach.
Manhattan University sits on 23 green acres in Riverdale, a residential Bronx neighborhood that feels like a college town. Hop on the 1 train and you are in midtown Manhattan in about 35 minutes, surrounded by the companies, hospitals, and stages that turn classroom learning into career launching internships.
- **23 Acres** of campus in the Bronx
- **10 Miles** from midtown Manhattan
- **2 Campus Areas** connected by our student commons
- **35 Minutes** by subway to Times Square
Our location is not a backdrop. It is a working partnership. Students intern at Google, NBC Universal, KPMG, Tesla, Con Edison, Met Life, Donna Karan, IBM, Fox News, and PricewaterhouseCoopers. They present at conferences, perform at venues, and build professional networks that would take years to assemble anywhere else.
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## Life On Campus
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Manhattan University is a residential campus in spirit and in practice. Most freshmen live on campus, plug into a club within their first semester, and find communities that make a midsized university feel like home.
- **51.4%** Of freshmen live on campus
- **100+** Clubs and organizations
- **37** Honor societies, including Phi Beta Kappa
- **19** NCAA Division I athletics teams
**Lasallian heritage callout:** **A Lasallian Catholic Tradition Since 1853,** Manhattan was founded in the Lasallian tradition, which means we measure success by how well we serve others. Service learning, social action, and mission-centered programs are part of how Jaspers grow.
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## Affordable. Accessible. Worth It.
**A Manhattan Education Pays You Back**
The data is clear. A Manhattan University education delivers exceptional return on investment, and our financial aid commitment makes it accessible. Through merit scholarships, need-based aid, and the Jasper Guarantee that locks your tuition rate for all four years, families can plan with confidence.
- **96%** Of students receive financial aid
- **64%** Receive merit-based aid
- **$51,167** Tuition and fees, locked for four years
- **73%** Of students complete an internship
Where Will You Go
## Join 50,000 Jaspers Already Out There
A Manhattan degree is a lifelong introduction. Our alumni lead Fortune 500 companies, shape law and policy, command newsrooms, and headline bestseller lists, including 18 graduates elected to the National Academy of Engineering in Washington, D.C., one of the highest professional honors an engineer can receive.
That legacy of excellence is recognized on campus, too. Manhattan is one of just 286 institutions in the country with a chapter of Phi Beta Kappa, the nation's oldest and most respected academic honor society, and we are also home to chapters of Sigma Xi, Kappa Delta Pi, Tau Beta Pi, and Beta Gamma Sigma. When you become a Jasper, you join a network that has been opening doors for graduates for generations.
Stephen Squeri '81, '86 MBA
Chairman and CEO, American Express
James Patterson '69
Best selling author
Eileen Murray '80
Chairperson, Board of Governors, FINRA; former Co CEO, Bridgewater Associates
John McAvoy '80
Former President and CEO, Consolidated Edison
Lynn Martin '98
President, Fixed Income and Data Services, Intercontinental Exchange
Noreen Krall '87, J.D.
Vice President and Chief Litigation Counsel, Apple
Raymond Kelly '63
Former Commissioner, NYPD
John Banks III '85
President Emeritus, Real Estate Board of New York
Amanda Rogers ’01
Director of Construction - MCP at The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey
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## Prepare for the Real World
At Manhattan University, your education is built around who you are and where you want to go. Whether you’re ready to apply or just starting to explore, take the next step when you’re ready — we’re here to help.
[Apply Today](/admissions/apply)
[Visit Manhattan University](/admissions/visit)
[Request Information](/admissions/undergraduate/request-information)
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# Adult & Continuing Education Admissions
Admissions
# Adult & Continuing Education Admissions
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# Housing
Housing
Experience Campus Living Like Never Before
**Find more than a place to sleep, find a community built to help you connect, learn, and grow.**
Living on campus puts you steps from class, dining, and a state-of-the-art fitness center, surrounded by a supportive residence life team and floormates who quickly become friends. From traditional single rooms to suites and apartments, Manhattan University offers a home that fits how you want to live.
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[Explore Housing Options](/campus-life/housing#housing-options)
Dedicated Support
Professional Area Coordinators and resident assistants live and work alongside you, serving as both mentors and resources from move-in through finals.
Built-In Community
Resident assistants plan game nights, floor events, and trips to popular New York City destinations, helping you build friendships from your very first week.
Innovative Programming
Educational workshops on study habits, time management, and more are tailored to help you excel both academically and personally.
Spaces to Thrive
Quiet study areas sit alongside vibrant communal lounges, giving you room to focus, collaborate, and unwind.
Dining Steps Away
Incredible on-campus dining options are just a short walk from your room, making it easy to refuel between classes and activities.
Wellness On Campus
A state-of-the-art on-campus fitness center supports your well-being and keeps a healthy routine within easy reach.
Life on Campus
A Community Built for You
When you live at Manhattan University, you join a residential community designed around your success. Our halls are staffed by professionals and resident assistants who help you settle in, get involved, and make the most of campus life and New York City beyond it.
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Single rooms in Chrysostom and Jasper Halls pair private bedrooms with shared communal spaces, ideal for students who want privacy and a close-knit community.
[Explore Residence Halls](/offices/residence-life/residence-halls)
Suites
Suite-style living in Horan and Lee Halls gives you a shared bathroom with just your suite-mates, plus floor kitchenettes and lounges, available to first-year and continuing students.
[Explore Suites](/student-life/housing/suites)
Apartments
Horan Hall Apartments offer juniors, seniors, and graduate students greater independence and more living space while staying on campus.
[Explore Apartments](/student-life/housing/apartments)
Where You'll Live
Explore Your Housing Options **Intro:** Every student lives differently, so we offer three distinct styles of on-campus housing. Explore each option to find the space that fits your year, your routine, and the experience you want.
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Our residence halls are built for the way you actually live, with shared spaces and amenities that make campus feel like home.
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- Lounges with flat-screen TVs and kitchen/dining areas
- Laundry facilities in every building
- Dedicated study rooms for quiet or group work
- Recreation rooms with pool tables and ping-pong
- A golf simulator in Jasper Hall, open to all students
- Wireless internet throughout every hall
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At Manhattan University, your education is built around who you are and where you want to go. Whether you’re ready to apply or just starting to explore, take the next step when you’re ready — we’re here to help.
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# Dining
Life at Manhattan
# Dining on Campus
Explore Manhattan University’s dining options, meal plans, campus dining resources, and support services. From Locke’s Loft and Kelly Commons favorites to Dining Dollars, allergen guidance, and student dining initiatives, this page connects students and families with the information they need to eat well on campus.
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Manhattan University offers a variety of dining options on both the North and South sides of campus. In addition to Locke’s Loft Dining Hall, Clucksters, Zaro’s Bakery, and the campus convenience store, students can enjoy several dining locations in Kelly Commons, including Yella’s, The Halal Shack, and Ciao Bella.
Visit the [Dine on Campus](https://dineoncampus.com/ManhattanUniversity/) website or download the app to view dining locations, hours, menus, meal plans, and more.
## Dining Support and Campus Partnerships
**Dietitian:** Have allergies or dining questions? The [onsite campus dietitian](https://dineoncampus.com/ManhattanUniversity/dietitian) can help students identify safe options and answer questions. Locke’s Loft also offers an Avoiding Gluten station.
**Culinary Council:** Students interested in helping make the dining experience fun, healthy, and exciting are invited to join the Culinary Council. To learn more, contact the Office of Student Life at .
**Babylon Micro-Farms:** Locke’s Loft features a Babylon Micro-Farm, a hydroponic farming initiative created through a collaboration between Gourmet Dining and the Student Green Club. Freshly harvested herbs from the micro-farm are used to enhance flavors and garnishes in campus dining offerings.
**Community:** Manhattan University and Gourmet Dining proudly partner with the [Friendly Fridge BX Team](https://www.friendlyfridgefoundation.org/), the Bronx’s first community fridge, to help fight food insecurity among neighbors in need.
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## Jasper Meal Plans 2025-2026
Card PlanNumber of SwipesCost Per SemesterHigh Use Plan**21 swipes per week**
315 swipes per semester$4,200 per semester + $100 Dining DollarsStandard Plan**14 swipes per week**
210 swipes per semester$3,800 per semester + $150 Dining DollarsHigh Use Commuter Plan50 swipes$550Standard Commuter Plan15 swipes$212.50To check your Dining Dollar balance or add funds, visit [myMUPortal](https://manhattan.starrezhousing.com/StarRezPortalX/CFDD804E/1/1/Home-Home?UrlToken=3965C3BF).
To learn where Dining Dollars are accepted, visit the [Dine on Campus frequently asked questions page](https://dineoncampus.com/ManhattanUniversity/frequently-asked-questions).
Dining on Campus
## Connect with Us
[Download the Dine on Campus App for iOS or Android.](https://dineoncampus.com/ManhattanUniversity/dine-on-campus-mobile-app)
[Follow @ManhattanU\_Eats on Instagram for all upcoming events and giveaways!](https://www.instagram.com/ManhattanU_Eats/)
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title: "Graduate Education"
url: "/graduate"
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date: 2026-02-17
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# Graduate Education
Manhattan University
# Graduate Education
**Advance your career with a graduate degree from Manhattan University.**
Earn your graduate degree from Manhattan University and take your career to the next level. Our graduate programs are highlighted by small classes, expert faculty, hands-on internships, practicums and consulting projects with real-world organizations.
[ Visit Campus ](/admissions/visit)
[ Request Information ](/graduate/admissions/request-information) [ Apply Now ](/graduate/admissions/apply)
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$152.4K
Average Mid-Career Salary
Manhattan University graduates earn an average mid-career salary of $152,400, reflecting the long-term value of a graduate degree.
Top 50
High Graduate Earnings Ranking
Manhattan University is ranked among the top 50 institutions nationally for high salaries earned by graduates.
87%
Working in The Desired Career
Eighty-seven percent of alumni report working in their desired field, demonstrating strong career alignment and outcomes.
Graduate Program at Manhattan University
## More Than 25 Graduate Degrees Across Three Schools
Manhattan University offers more than 25 graduate degrees and advanced certificates across three specialized schools, providing small classes, expert faculty, and hands-on internships, practicums, and consulting projects with real-world organizations. Rooted in a strong liberal arts foundation and Lasallian Catholic values, our programs emphasize practical experience, career readiness, and meaningful impact in New York City and beyond.
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[School of Engineering ](/academics/engineering/degree-programs)For more than a century, Manhattan University’s engineers have dreamed up, designed, and built New York City’s greatest structures and systems. Rooted in a liberal arts foundation, the School of Engineering provides an education that is both powerful and human.
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[O’Malley School of Business ](/academics/business/programs/graduate)The O’Malley School of Business provides a transformative education that develops business leaders with integrity, intellectual curiosity, global consciousness, and a desire to change their community and the world for the better. Programs emphasize practical experience, career readiness, and specialized resources.
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[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences ](/academics/kakos/degree-programs)Ranging from basic and applied sciences, social sciences, education and health, to traditional humanities offerings, the Kakos School of Arts & Sciences provides a pathway to future careers through its 12 academic departments.
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## A Lasallian Graduate Education
A graduate degree from Manhattan University is a smart investment in your future. Our flexible graduate programs combine academic rigor and applied learning, are accredited by AACSB and ABET, and are taught by accomplished faculty who bring deep industry experience and leadership in their fields. Designed for working professionals, our program formats help you advance your career with confidence.
- Career-focused programs designed for a career in the real world
- Access to top internships and full-time opportunities in New York City
- Faculty expertise that translates theory into real-world outcomes
- 10% automatic tuition scholarship plus financial aid pathways that support affordability
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Designed for Working Professionals
## Your Schedule. Your Momentum.
**Graduate programs built for working professionals, with flexible pathways that support career growth on your terms.**
Manhattan University offers online and hybrid graduate programs designed to accommodate students’ lifestyles, with courses delivered asynchronously or synchronously without requiring on-campus attendance. Many programs can be completed in as little as 18–24 months, allowing students to advance efficiently. Executive programs, offered in one- to two-week intervals, prepare current and aspiring business professionals in areas such as ESL, Management, Communication/Public Speaking, and Finance.
[ Explore Graduate Degree Programs ](/graduate/academics)
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Invest in Your Future
## Paying for Graduate School
Since education is one of the most important investments you will ever make, Manhattan University provides multiple ways to make graduate study more affordable. All graduate students are automatically considered for a 10% tuition scholarship at the time of admission with no additional application required, and students are encouraged to complete the FAFSA to determine eligibility for federal aid and loan options. Additional private loan options can provide flexible support if further assistance is needed to make your graduate education financially attainable.
[Explore Graduate Scholarships](/graduate/scholarships)
[Complete Your FAFSA](/graduate/admissions/FAFSA)
[Learn More About Private Loan Option](/graduate/admissions/private-loans)
[Speak With a Graduate Admissions Counselor](/graduate/admissions/team)
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## Prepare for the Real World
At Manhattan University, your education is built around who you are and where you want to go. Whether you’re ready to apply or just starting to explore, take the next step when you’re ready — we’re here to help.
[Visit Manhattan University](/admissions/visit)
[Apply Today](/admissions/apply)
[Request Information](/admissions/request-information)
[Explore Virtual Tour](https://www.youvisit.com/tour/62170/)
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title: "Business Analytics B.S / Minor"
url: "/academics/programs/business-analytics"
type: program
date: 2026-02-19
updated: 2026-05-15
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# Business Analytics B.S / Minor
# Business Analytics B.S / Minor
**Turn complex data into clear insights that power smarter business decisions.**
Develop the analytical, technical, and strategic skills that set you apart—supported by expert faculty, emerging technologies, and the unmatched opportunities of New York City.
[ Request Information ](/admissions/undergraduate/request-information)
[ Visit ](/admissions/visit) [ Apply ](/admissions/apply)
Credit Hours120
Time to Complete4 Years
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This program is part of [Accounting, CIS & Law](/academics/business/departments/accounting-cis-law)
What Set's Us Apart The Manhattan University Difference
## What Sets Us Apart
The Business Analytics major at Manhattan University prepares students to transform data into meaningful insight through a forward-thinking curriculum grounded in emerging technologies. Students gain experience in areas such as **AI and machine learning, blockchain, data mining, data visualization, and analytical decision-making**, all supported by personalized instruction and close faculty mentorship in small classes.
AI and Machine Learning
Advanced analytics tools help students transform complex datasets into predictive insight, enabling organizations to anticipate trends, improve strategy, and make smarter decisions.
Data Mining and Discovery
Students learn how to uncover meaningful patterns hidden within large datasets, turning raw information into actionable knowledge that supports better business outcomes.
Data Visualization and Storytelling
Effective visual communication enables analysts to translate complex data into clear insights, helping leaders quickly understand trends and make informed decisions.
Blockchain and Emerging Technologies
Students explore emerging technologies shaping the future of business, learning how innovations like blockchain are transforming security, transparency, and digital transactions.
Real-World Analytics Competition
Through Manhattan University’s Business Analytics Competition & Conference, students analyze real datasets and present findings to industry professionals and academics.
Industry Mentorship and Career Connections
An engaged alumni network provides mentorship, internships, and career insight, helping students connect classroom learning to real opportunities in the analytics workforce.
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## Why Study Business Analytics at Manhattan University?
At Manhattan University, Business Analytics students gain the in-demand technical skills, hands-on experience, and individualized mentorship needed to thrive in today’s data-driven economy. Our program blends emerging technologies with real-world applications, preparing students to lead with insight, confidence, and impact.
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## Why Study in New York City
New York City is one of the world’s most dynamic hubs for data-driven industries, offering unmatched access to companies that rely on analytics to drive strategy, innovation, and performance. From finance and healthcare to technology, advertising, and media, students are surrounded by organizations that demand strong analytical and problem-solving skills. At Manhattan University, students apply industry-relevant coding languages and machine learning techniques through internships, projects, and partnerships with NYC employers. This real-world experience strengthens their technical confidence and helps them build the professional network and practical skill set needed to excel in one of the nation’s most competitive analytics markets.
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Why Study Business Analytics ## Business Analytics: Turn Data Into Insight.
At Manhattan University, Business Analytics students gain the in-demand technical skills, hands-on experience, and individualized mentorship needed to thrive in today’s data-driven economy. Our program blends emerging technologies with real-world applications, preparing students to lead with insight, confidence, and impact.
Cutting-Edge Curriculum
Explore AI, machine learning, blockchain, and data visualization.
Signature Competition Experience
Present analytics findings at our annual Business Analytics Competition and Conference.
Expert Faculty Mentorship
Faculty regularly guide students through research, analytics projects, and professional development.
NYC Advantage
Access top-tier internships across finance, healthcare, tech, and advertising—the industries driving data demand.
Industry-Relevant Skills
Develop skills in Python, SQL, data visualization, dashboards, and predictive analytics used to analyze data and support modern AI-driven decision making.
Supportive Learning Community
Benefit from small class sizes and guided experiential learning.
Careers & Outcomes
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## The O’Malley School of Business
The O’Malley School of Business is an **AACSB-accredited** institution—an achievement earned by fewer than 6% of business schools worldwide—recognized for its rigorous academics, industry-connected faculty, and strong career outcomes. Located in New York City, the School offers students unmatched access to internships, networking, and real-world learning experiences, including the annual Business Analytics Competition and Conference. With small class sizes, hands-on coursework, and a focus on ethical, data-driven leadership, O’Malley graduates are exceptionally well-prepared for success in today’s competitive business landscape.
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Program Costs & Financial Aid ## Program Costs & Financial Aid
Manhattan University is committed to making a high-quality, career-focused education accessible and affordable. Through a combination of competitive tuition, robust financial aid, and our **Jasper Guarantee**, students and families can plan their education with confidence. The Jasper Guarantee locks your tuition rate for all four years—ensuring financial stability and eliminating unexpected increases as you work toward your degree.
More than 90% of Manhattan University students receive some form of financial assistance, including merit scholarships, grants, and need-based aid, significantly reducing the overall cost of attendance.
- **Tuition & Fees:** View current undergraduate rates
- **Financial Aid:** 90%+ of students receive aid
- **Scholarships:** Multiple merit- and need-based opportunities
- **Jasper Guarantee:** Your tuition rate is locked for all four years
A Manhattan University education is an investment in your future, and we are dedicated to helping you access the resources that make it possible.
[Learn More About Costs and Financial Aid](/admissions/financial-aid/)
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A Smarter Investment in Your Future
## Jasper Guarantee
At Manhattan University, every undergraduate student is protected by the Jasper Guarantee, which locks your tuition rate for all four years—ensuring clarity, stability, and peace of mind as you plan your education. This promise reflects our commitment to affordability and to supporting students and families throughout their academic journey.
[ Learn More About the Jasper Guarantee ](/admissions/undergraduate/jasper-guarantee)
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Admission Information ## **Admissions Information**
**Start Your Journey in Business Analytics**
Applying to Manhattan University is designed to be clear and accessible. Review the requirements and key deadlines below to take the next step toward a future in data-driven business.
**Requirements:**
- Application & transcript
- SAT/ACT optional
- Personal statement
- Letter(s) of recommendation
**Deadlines:**
- Early Action: November 15
- Regular Decision: February 1
[Admission and Application Process](/admissions/financial-aid/)
### International Students:
Support available for visas, documentation, and English-language assessments.
[Learn More about International Financial Aid](/admissions/international/financial-aid/)
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## Prepare for the Real World
At Manhattan University, your education is built around who you are and where you want to go. Whether you’re ready to apply or just starting to explore, take the next step when you’re ready — we’re here to help.
[Apply Today](/admissions/apply)
[Visit Manhattan University](/admissions/visit)
[Request Information](/admissions/undergraduate/request-information)
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title: "Office of the President"
url: "/offices/office-of-president"
type: page
date: 2026-02-23
updated: 2026-06-18
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# Office of the President
Leadership and Goverance
# Office of the President
**The chief executive office advancing Manhattan University's mission, academic priorities, and long-term vision.**
The President serves as the chief executive officer of Manhattan University, providing strategic leadership across the institution. Working closely with senior leadership and the Board of Trustees, the President guides institutional planning, external partnerships, and campus initiatives that strengthen the Jasper community.
[ Messages & Speeches ](/offices/office-of-president/manhattan-update)
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## Frederick Bonato, Ph.D.
**22nd President of Manhattan University**
Dr. Frederick Bonato serves as the 22nd President of Manhattan University, bringing more than 30 years of experience in higher education as both a scholar and senior administrator. He was named Interim President in 2024 and the 22nd President in 2025, and has provided steady, strategic leadership focused on institutional growth and student success.
A mission-driven leader, President Bonato is committed to expanding access to a Manhattan University education and supporting a diverse student community, including first-generation students and those with a long-standing Jasper legacy. His leadership emphasizes developing innovative academic programs, meaningful partnerships, and a student-centered approach to decision-making.
Grounded in the University's Lasallian Catholic values of respect, inclusion, and social justice, President Bonato is guiding Manhattan University forward with a focus on academic excellence, opportunity, and impact.
[Read President Frederick Bonato’s Full Biography](/offices/office-of-president/frederick-bonato)
Leadership & Governance
## Explore Manhattan's Leadership
The President works in close partnership with the University's governance bodies and academic leaders to advance Manhattan's mission. Explore the people and groups who help steward our future, shape academic life, and guide the institution forward.
[](/about/leadership-governance/board-of-trustees)
[Board of Trustees
](/about/leadership-governance/board-of-trustees)
The governing body responsible for stewarding the University's mission, financial health, and long-term institutional direction.
View the Board
[](/offices/office-of-president/presidents-cabinet)
[President's Cabinet
](/offices/office-of-president/presidents-cabinet)
The senior leaders who partner with the President to guide strategy, operations, and student success across the University.
Meet the Cabinet
[](/about/leadership-governance/deans)
[Academic Deans
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The deans of our three schools who lead faculty, shape curriculum, and advance academic excellence for every Manhattan student.
Meet the Deans
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## Prepare for the Real World
At Manhattan University, your education is built around who you are and where you want to go. Whether you’re ready to apply or just starting to explore, take the next step when you’re ready — we’re here to help.
[Visit Manhattan University](/admissions/visit)
[Apply Today](/admissions/apply)
[Request Information](/admissions/request-information)
[Explore Virtual Tour](https://www.youvisit.com/tour/62170/)
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title: "The Inauguration of Frederick Bonato, Ph.D."
url: "/about/leadership-governance/office-of-president/inauguration-frederick-bonato"
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date: 2026-02-23
updated: 2026-02-24
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# The Inauguration of Frederick Bonato, Ph.D.
## Manhattan University Board of Trustees announces Frederick Bonato, Ph.D. as 22nd President of the University
**July 16, 2025**
Dear Manhattan University Community Members,
I am exceedingly pleased to announce that Frederick Bonato, Ph.D., has been named the 22nd President of Manhattan University.
In my September 19, 2024 message to you when we named Fred the Interim President, we sought a leader who had a demonstrated track record of driving growth along with the depth of experience to immediately make a positive difference for our students, faculty, administration, and staff. In the ensuing 10 months, Fred has done just that…..and more. My colleagues on the Board of Trustees and I have come to know Fred as a highly thoughtful and insightful leader. He is humble yet hardworking and has an enthusiasm for educating and empowering students. Fred also firmly believes in the value of a college education for all who want it, seeking to educate the broadest array of students – be they first generation college attendees or students with a long legacy of Jasper history.
He has established new programs and partnerships, always keeping our students at the core of all that he does. In his quiet way, he exudes a determination to push Manhattan to the next upward level while always keeping the Lasallian values of respect, inclusion, and social justice in focus.
With his extensive background in academia for 30 years as a professor and administrator, Fred also understands the rigors of being a faculty member and the challenges and opportunities that each faculty member faces in our ever-changing world. Fred was a psychology professor, served as President of the Faculty Senate at Saint Peter’s University, and was that university’s Director of Faculty Research and Sponsored Programs where he facilitated the grant process for his peers. He also was the Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs and then the Executive Vice President & Provost. Further, Fred was the Associate Provost for Academic Affairs at Montclair State University and played a central role in health-related initiatives at that school, including launching the School of Nursing and the Center for Clinical Services.
From all this, I am sure you can see why the Board has every confidence that Manhattan University is in the best of hands with Dr. Frederick Bonato. We look forward to a long association with President Bonato.
Sincerely, Stephen Squeri ’81, ’86 MBA
Chairman of the Board of Trustees
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title: "Board Chair's Note to the Community"
url: "/about/leadership-governance/office-of-president/messages-and-speeches/board-chairs-note-to-the-community"
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date: 2026-02-23
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# Board Chair's Note to the Community
## Board Chair's Note to the Community
**September 19, 2024**
Dear Community Members,
As you may have seen, today the Board of Trustees announced that Dr. Frederick Bonato has been named the University’s Interim President, effective October 15.
As the Board of Trustees began its search for an interim President, we sought an interim leader who has a demonstrated track record of driving growth and has the depth of experience to be able to jump into the role and immediately make a difference for our students, our faculty, and our staff. Providentially, the perfect candidate was just across the Hudson River at Montclair State. The Board was very familiar with Dr. Bonato as he was a finalist in our most recent presidential search.
Dr. Bonato is an extremely impressive educator and administrator with a successful three-decade career. He knows higher education well and Catholic higher education particularly well. The Trustees are confident that he can and will hit the ground running and continue Manhattan University’s strong Catholic Lasallian commitment to its educational mission to all those entrusted to its care.
He spent 17 years as a psychology professor at Saint Peter’s University, where he chaired the department and built a reputation for brokering collaborative relations between faculty and administration during his time as the President of the Faculty Senate as well as his tenure as the University’s Director of Faculty Research and Sponsored Programs, where he facilitated the grant process for his peers. Through his research, he became a widely respected expert on motion sickness and aerospace medicine.
When he returned to Saint Peter’s a few years later as Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs and eventually Executive Vice President & Provost, the University nearly doubled graduate student enrollment, international student enrollment went up nearly tenfold, achieved the highest six-year graduation rates in University history, and hit a 25-year high in overall enrollment.
These are only a fraction of his accomplishments, but they show that we have brought in a leader who is ready to immerse himself in our community and drive positive change.
Equally as important is who Dr. Bonato is as a person. He is hardworking but humble – someone who seeks to achieve success alongside others. The Board was struck by his unbridled passion for educating and empowering students, which we’re confident you’ll see from your first interactions with him.
We know that Dr. Bonato is excited to get started, and the Board looks forward to working closely with him on advancing our mission.
Sincerely, Stephen Squeri ’81, ’86 MBA
Chairman of the Board of Trustees
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title: "Dr. Frederick Bonato's Letter to the Community (09/2024)"
url: "/about/leadership-governance/office-of-president/messages-and-speeches/dr-frederick-bonatos-letter-to-the-community-092024"
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# Dr. Frederick Bonato's Letter to the Community (09/2024)
## Dr. Frederick Bonato's Letter to the Community
**September 19, 2024**
To the Manhattan University community,
I want to begin by letting you know how honored I am to become a Jasper and join your ranks as Interim President of the University.
Manhattan University is an institution that needs no introduction in higher education. For over 170 years, it has been known and respected for its dedication to delivering a well-rounded liberal arts education that provides its graduates with not only the tools for career success, but with a grounding in Lasallian values to help make the world a better place. Now with over 100 degree programs and a student body diverse in geographic and socioeconomic background, the value it provides to students has never been greater.
When I was approached by the Board of Trustees for this position, I knew it was a special opportunity. As a Catholic university in the Lasallian tradition, Manhattan has an extremely powerful foundation – this is a school that welcomes and respects everyone, takes a holistic approach to providing high quality education, and pushes its students to create lasting social change. Furthermore, the recent impressive rankings from the Wall Street Journal are proof that this approach is getting noticed nationwide. You all have so much to be proud of, and I want to work alongside you to continue to build on the great momentum we are seeing and to focus on the future of Manhattan University.
I’d like to share a bit more about myself and my approach.
As you’ve seen, I’ve been in education for 30 years as a professor and administrator. While the responsibilities differed between these roles, what has never changed is my single-minded focus on staying true to an institution’s mission and constantly improving the student experience. That balance between positive change and dedication to the mission can be difficult, but it’s something that requires trust, transparency, and collaboration with the entire community. At Manhattan University, I will strive to be approachable, open-minded, and communicative about our priorities and how we’re going about advancing them. I’m passionate about the values of a holistic approach to education and that will continue under my leadership.
I live in Patterson, New Jersey and I’m the proud father of two adult children. My academic interest is in motion sickness and aerospace medicine, so come see me if you have trouble in the passenger seat of a car or a fighter jet. When I’m not at work, I enjoy experimenting in the kitchen and getting exercise. In fact, I spent about a decade as a karate instructor while competing in world championships.
More importantly, I believe that one of the most important things you can be as a leader is to be present – this is why you’ll see me a lot around campus once I get started. I look forward to popping up in classrooms, at club meetings, on the sidelines of Jasper sporting events, and in faculty offices. Please don’t be shy, come say hello!
Sincerely,
Dr. Frederick Bonato
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title: "President Frederick Bonato’s Full Biography"
url: "/offices/office-of-president/president-frederick-bonato-full-biography"
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date: 2026-02-23
updated: 2026-05-04
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# President Frederick Bonato’s Full Biography
## President Frederick Bonato’s Full Biography
**Frederick Bonato, Ph.D.** took office as the 22nd President of Manhattan University on July 1, 2025; he served as Interim President from October 2024. Dr. Bonato brings over three decades of experience in Catholic higher education as a faculty member and administrator. He proudly champions the values-based education that Manhattan University provides based on its Lasallian, Catholic mission. He leads with ‘zeal’—a term used by Lasallians to describe a passionate commitment.
Born and raised in New Jersey, Dr. Bonato holds a B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. in experimental psychology from Rutgers University. From 1995-2012, he served Saint Peter’s University in various roles including a faculty member, Department Chair, President of the Faculty Senate, and Director of Faculty Research. He returned to Saint Peter’s in 2017 to serve as Executive Vice President and Provost until the summer of 2024. Under his leadership, graduate student enrollment doubled, overall enrollment reached a 25-year high, and undergraduate graduation rates reached their highest level in the university’s history.
From 2013 to 2017 Dr. Bonato served Montclair State University—New Jersey’s second largest university—as the Associate Provost for Academic Affairs where he led initiatives such as the development and launch of the School of Nursing, the Center for Clinical Services, and the Center for Community Engagement. In the Summer of 2024 before coming to Manhattan, he served Montclair as the Interim Dean of the College for Community Health.
Dr. Bonato is an internationally recognized expert in aerospace medicine. He has published over 40 peer-reviewed papers and book chapters mostly on motion sickness—encompassing simulator sickness, cybersickness, and space motion sickness. In 2017, he co-authored the Springer-published book, *The Human Body and Weightlessness*, with former astronaut and physician, Dr. William Thornton*.* His research has been supported by the National Science Foundation, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, and U.S. Department of Education. Dr. Bonato’s work has been featured by media outlets such as the Science Channel, NBC, FOX News, and PBS (Frontline).
He currently serves as Vice President for Education and Research for the Aerospace Medical Association and previously served as the Editor-in-Chief of its peer-reviewed journal *Aerospace Medicine and Human Performance* from 2010-2023. In 2015, he was elected a fellow of the Aerospace Medical Association and was also inducted into the International Academy of Aviation and Space Medicine.
Since assuming the presidency at Manhattan, Dr. Bonato has emphasized transparency, presence, and collaboration, making it a priority to engage with students, attend athletic events and campus activities, abd be highly visible on campus - all to be rooted in the Manhattan University community. Under Dr. Bonato’s leadership, Manhattan is entering a dynamic new chapter—deeply focused in Lasallian values and mission, yet driven by research innovation; academic excellence; and unwavering ethical, student-focused leadership. His vision entails ensuring that Manhattan graduates are future-ready, highly valued by employers, and possess the critical thinking and problem-solving skills that allow them to adapt and succeed in their chosen careers.
A resident of Paterson, New Jersey and father of two adult children—Vienna and Victor, Dr. Bonato enjoys experimenting in the kitchen and staying physically active, drawing on his experience as a karate instructor and competitor.
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[  ](https://apply.manhattan.edu/manage) [Slate](https://apply.manhattan.edu/manage)
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[  ](https://inside.manhattan.edu/student-life/pride-center/index.php) [Pride Center](https://inside.manhattan.edu/student-life/pride-center/index.php)
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[  ](https://inside.manhattan.edu/academic-resources/center-for-academic-success/index.php) [Schedule a Tutoring Appointment](https://inside.manhattan.edu/academic-resources/center-for-academic-success/index.php)
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[  ](https://inside.manhattan.edu/student-life/counseling-center/index-old.php) [Counseling Center](https://inside.manhattan.edu/student-life/counseling-center/index-old.php)
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[  ](https://inside.manhattan.edu/offices/marketing-communication/faculty-profiles.php) [Website Profile Page](https://inside.manhattan.edu/offices/marketing-communication/faculty-profiles.php)
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[  ](https://prodev.manhattan.edu/?redirect=0) [Professional Development](https://prodev.manhattan.edu/?redirect=0)
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[  ](https://manhattan.edu/social-media-directory.php) [Social Media Directory](https://manhattan.edu/social-media-directory.php)
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[  ](https://inside.manhattan.edu/calendar.php) [Events Calendar](https://inside.manhattan.edu/calendar.php)
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[  ](https://inside.manhattan.edu/student-life/international-services/daca-policy.php) [Resources for DACA Students](https://inside.manhattan.edu/student-life/international-services/daca-policy.php)
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[  ](http://online.manhattan.edu) [Online Degrees](http://online.manhattan.edu)
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[  ](https://inside.manhattan.edu/announcements/submit-announcement/index.php) [Submit Announcement](https://inside.manhattan.edu/announcements/submit-announcement/index.php)
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[  ](https://manhattan.screenstepslive.com/) [Instructional Technology](https://manhattan.screenstepslive.com/)
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[  ](https://jaspermentors.com/account/sso) [Jasper Career Network](https://jaspermentors.com/account/sso)
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[  ](https://manhattan.joinhandshake.com) [Handshake](https://manhattan.joinhandshake.com)
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[  ](https://manhattan.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/Requests/ServiceDet?ID=19257) [ITS Service Reports](https://manhattan.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/Requests/ServiceDet?ID=19257)
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[  ](https://manhattan.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/Portal/Desktop/Desktop?Q=-8hetlo5II-h8ss6OqoF0axadBKF14lDy0Ak0irG90T2KnIIwem8Dg__) [Room Status](https://manhattan.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/Portal/Desktop/Desktop?Q=-8hetlo5II-h8ss6OqoF0axadBKF14lDy0Ak0irG90T2KnIIwem8Dg__)
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[  ](https://workforcenow.adp.com) [ADP Workforce Now®](https://workforcenow.adp.com)
Manhattan University employees may access electronic pay and wage statements securely using this online portal.
[  ](https://manhattancentral.etrieve.cloud/Index#/form) [Softdocs](https://manhattancentral.etrieve.cloud/Index#/form)
Softdocs is a comprehensive platform that enables staff, faculty, and students to seamlessly fill, submit, and...
[  ](http://www.manhattan.edu/commencement) [Commencement](http://www.manhattan.edu/commencement)
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[  ](https://inside.manhattan.edu/offices/marketing-communication/campus-communication.php) [Campus Communication](https://inside.manhattan.edu/offices/marketing-communication/campus-communication.php)
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[  ](https://enable-mfa.manhattan.edu/) [Enable MFA](https://enable-mfa.manhattan.edu/)
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[  ](https://inside.manhattan.edu/offices/its/telecommunications.php) [Telecomm](https://inside.manhattan.edu/offices/its/telecommunications.php)
[  ](https://www.smartevals.com/manhatcoll) [Course Evaluations](https://www.smartevals.com/manhatcoll)
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[  ](https://manhattan.starfishsolutions.com/starfish-ops/) [Jasper Connect](https://manhattan.starfishsolutions.com/starfish-ops/)
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[  ](https://webapps.manhattan.edu/LabSeat/?utm_source=quicklink) [LabSeat](https://webapps.manhattan.edu/LabSeat/?utm_source=quicklink)
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[  ](http://lib.manhattan.edu/) [Library](http://lib.manhattan.edu/)
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[  ](http://chiolitech2.com/machform/view.php?id=17) [Locke's Boxed Meal Request](http://chiolitech2.com/machform/view.php?id=17)
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[  ](https://ssb03.manhattan.edu/BEIS_PROD/c/SSB?pkg=zwgkcovd.myCOVIDStatus) [My COVID Compliance Status](https://ssb03.manhattan.edu/BEIS_PROD/c/SSB?pkg=zwgkcovd.myCOVIDStatus)
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[  ](https://inside.manhattan.edu/offices/financial-aid/forms.php) [Student Worker Forms](https://inside.manhattan.edu/offices/financial-aid/forms.php)
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[  ](https://www.digitalmeasures.com/login/manhattan/faculty/) [Watermark Faculty Success](https://www.digitalmeasures.com/login/manhattan/faculty/)
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[  ](http://graphics.manhattan.edu/bp/#/folder/263026) [Download Images](http://graphics.manhattan.edu/bp/#/folder/263026)
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[  ](http://graphics.manhattan.edu/bp/#/folder/262852) [Download Logos](http://graphics.manhattan.edu/bp/#/folder/262852)
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[  ](https://idverify.manhattan.edu/PROD/zwgksigg.signature-generator) [Email Signatures](https://idverify.manhattan.edu/PROD/zwgksigg.signature-generator)
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[  ](https://lms.manhattan.edu/login) [Moodle Courses](https://lms.manhattan.edu/login)
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[  ](https://inside.manhattan.edu/offices/public-safety/parking/parking-permits-and-fees.php) [Parking Permits](https://inside.manhattan.edu/offices/public-safety/parking/parking-permits-and-fees.php)
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[  ](https://banner-ssb-prod.manhattan.edu/BannerGeneralSsb) [Self Service](https://banner-ssb-prod.manhattan.edu/BannerGeneralSsb)
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[  ](https://inside.manhattan.edu/governance/cfa/index.php) [Council for Faculty Affairs](https://inside.manhattan.edu/governance/cfa/index.php)
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[  ](https://inside.manhattan.edu/student-life/student-engagement/student-government.php) [Student Government](https://inside.manhattan.edu/student-life/student-engagement/student-government.php)
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[  ](https://mcquad.org/) [Quadrangle Student Newspaper](https://mcquad.org/)
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[  ](https://start.manhattan.edu/activate/request_reset) [Reset Jaspernet Password](https://start.manhattan.edu/activate/request_reset)
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[  ](https://ssb03.manhattan.edu/BEIS_PROD/c/SSB?pkg=bwskrsta.P_RegsStatusDisp) [My Credits Earned/ Class Status](https://ssb03.manhattan.edu/BEIS_PROD/c/SSB?pkg=bwskrsta.P_RegsStatusDisp)
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[  ](https://mcs.manhattan.edu/course/view.php?id=191) [President's Remarks](https://mcs.manhattan.edu/course/view.php?id=191)
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[  ](https://inside.manhattan.edu/offices/marketing-communication/news-media.php) [Submit Your News](https://inside.manhattan.edu/offices/marketing-communication/news-media.php)
Submit student and faculty accomplishments to various University publications.
[  ](https://511nyrideshare.org/web/manhattancollege/home) [511NY Rideshare](https://511nyrideshare.org/web/manhattancollege/home)
Personalized travel options for commuter students.
[  ](https://rainier.accessiblelearning.com/Manhattan/) [AIM](https://rainier.accessiblelearning.com/Manhattan/)
AIM is used by the Specialized Resource Center to help provide and manage accommodations for students with...
[  ](https://inside.manhattan.edu/academic-resources/registrar/final-exam-schedule.php) [Final Exam Schedule](https://inside.manhattan.edu/academic-resources/registrar/final-exam-schedule.php)
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[  ](https://ssb03.manhattan.edu/BEIS_PROD/c/SSB?pkg=bwskgrad.p_disp_grad_term) [Graduation Application](https://ssb03.manhattan.edu/BEIS_PROD/c/SSB?pkg=bwskgrad.p_disp_grad_term)
Submit online application to graduate, required from all seniors who intend to graduate.
[  ](https://manhattan.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/Requests/TicketRequests/) [IT Support Request](https://manhattan.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/Requests/TicketRequests/)
Request assistance from ITS for technology issues related to JasperNet Services.
[  ](https://ssb03.manhattan.edu/BEIS_PROD/c/SSB?pkg=bwskogrd.P_ViewTermGrde) [My Grades](https://ssb03.manhattan.edu/BEIS_PROD/c/SSB?pkg=bwskogrd.P_ViewTermGrde)
View grades by semester.
[  ](https://inside.manhattan.edu/offices/public-safety/lost-found.php) [Lost and Found](https://inside.manhattan.edu/offices/public-safety/lost-found.php)
Find out how to turn in items or search for items in Lost and Found.
[  ](https://inside.manhattan.edu/student-life/index.php) [Lockers](https://inside.manhattan.edu/student-life/index.php)
Find out how to get a locker on campus.
[  ](https://ssb03.manhattan.edu/BEIS_PROD/c/SSB?pkg=bwlkfmgd.P_FacMidGrd) [Submit Mid-Term Grades](https://ssb03.manhattan.edu/BEIS_PROD/c/SSB?pkg=bwlkfmgd.P_FacMidGrd)
Submit mid-term grades.
[  ](https://banner-ssb-prod.manhattan.edu/FacultySelfService/ssb/facultyAttendanceTracking#!/) [Take Attendance](https://banner-ssb-prod.manhattan.edu/FacultySelfService/ssb/facultyAttendanceTracking#!/)
Submit attendance information for your class.
[  ](https://docs.google.com/a/manhattan.edu/forms/d/1rRM3SLxYPrrV47Ve3V0Irq0dpyCvUEI2vkBPq-pmXxA/viewform) [Tell ITS](https://docs.google.com/a/manhattan.edu/forms/d/1rRM3SLxYPrrV47Ve3V0Irq0dpyCvUEI2vkBPq-pmXxA/viewform)
Report a problem with classroom technology or other campus technology, or provide feedback.
[  ](https://manhattan.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/KB/Default) [Tutorials & Knowledge Base](https://manhattan.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/KB/Default)
View tutorials and how-to articles about software, services and other technologies.
[  ](https://banner-prod.manhattan.edu/WORKFLOW_PROD/) [Workflow](https://banner-prod.manhattan.edu/WORKFLOW_PROD/)
Approve workflow tasks in the Banner Workflow System.
[  ](https://www.bkstr.com/manhattanstore/home) [Buy Textbooks](https://www.bkstr.com/manhattanstore/home)
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[  ](http://chronicle.com/) [Chronicle of Higher Education](http://chronicle.com/)
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[  ](https://ssb03.manhattan.edu/BEIS_PROD/c/SSB?pkg=bwrkelig.P_DispEligReq) [Financial Aid Award Status](https://ssb03.manhattan.edu/BEIS_PROD/c/SSB?pkg=bwrkelig.P_DispEligReq)
View award information, including scholarships and financial aid awarded.
[  ](http://drive.google.com) [Google Drive](http://drive.google.com)
Store files and collaborate using Google Drive.
[  ](https://manhattan.co1.qualtrics.com) [Qualtrics Survey Tool](https://manhattan.co1.qualtrics.com)
Build, distribute, and analyze surveys with the university's hosted version of the Qualtrics Survey Platform...
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title: "Access Denied"
url: "/403"
type: page
date: 2026-02-26
updated: 2026-02-26
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# Access Denied
You do not have the needed permissions to view this page.
If you believe you should have access to this page, [submit a web request](https://manhattancollege.formstack.com/forms/web_requests).
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---
title: "James Patterson Speaker Series: Andrew McCarthy "
url: "/events/james-patterson-speaker-series-andrew-mccarthy"
type: event
date: 2026-03-03
updated: 2026-03-03
---
# James Patterson Speaker Series: Andrew McCarthy
# James Patterson Speaker Series: Andrew McCarthy
Tuesday, Mar. 24, 2026 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Kelly Commons, Room 5B
The James Patterson Honors Program at Manhattan University is proud to welcome Andrew McCarthy on Tuesday, March 24, 2026.
[ Register to Attend ](https://manhattancollege.formstack.com/forms/james_patterson_speakers_event_march_24)
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The James Patterson Honors Program at Manhattan University is proud to welcome Andrew McCarthy on **Tuesday, March 24, 2026**. A director, actor, and award-winning travel writer, McCarthy brings a thoughtful and personal lens to storytelling, drawing on decades of creative work in film, television, and narrative nonfiction.
Andrew McCarthy is the author of four books, *Walking with Sam: A Father, A Son, and Five Hundred Miles Across Spain*; *Brat: An ’80s Story*; *Just Fly Away*; and *The Longest Way Home*—all *New York Times* bestsellers. He is an award-winning travel writer and served for a dozen years as an editor-at-large at *National Geographic Traveler*.
Best known as an actor for the past four decades, Andrew has appeared in such iconic films as *Pretty in Pink* and *Less Than Zero*. He lives in New York. A complimentary copy of his book, *Who Needs Friends: An Unscientific Examination of Male Friendship Across America*, will be provided.
This event, *Who Needs Friends: An Unscientific Examination of Male Friendship Across America*, is part of the **James Patterson Speaker Series**, a cornerstone of the James Patterson Honors Program. Free and open to the public, registration is required.
**Moderator:**
Kelly Marin, Ph.D., Chair of Behavioral and Social Sciences, Department and Professor of Psychology at Manhattan University
**For more information:**
Contact Michele Saracino, Ph.D. at
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---
title: "James Patterson Speaker Series: Admiral William H. McRaven"
url: "/events/james-patterson-speaker-series-admiral-william-h-mcraven"
type: event
date: 2026-03-03
updated: 2026-03-03
---
# James Patterson Speaker Series: Admiral William H. McRaven
# James Patterson Speaker Series: Admiral William H. McRaven
Monday, Apr. 20, 2026 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Kelly Commons, Room 5B
The James Patterson Speakers Series at Manhattan University is proud to welcome Admiral William H. McRaven on Monday, April 20, 2026.
[ Register to Attend ](https://manhattancollege.formstack.com/forms/james_patterson_speakers_event_april_20)
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The **James Patterson Speakers Series** at Manhattan University is proud to welcome Admiral William H. McRaven on **Monday, April 20, 2026**. A retired four-star admiral and bestselling author, McRaven is widely recognized for his leadership in special operations and his reflections on service, character, and the American spirit.
Admiral William H. McRaven is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of *Make Your Bed* and *The Wisdom of the Bullfrog* and the New York Times bestsellers *Sea Stories: My Life in Special Operations* and *The Hero Code: Lessons Learned from Lives Well Lived*. In his thirty-seven years as a Navy SEAL, he commanded at every level. As a Four-Star Admiral, his final assignment was as Commander of all U.S. Special Operations Forces.
After retiring from the Navy, he served as the Chancellor of the University of Texas System from 2015 to 2018. He now lives in Austin, Texas with his wife, Georgeann.
A **complimentary copy of his book**, *Duty, Honor, Country & Life: A Tribute to the American Spirit*, will be provided.
This event is part of the James Patterson Speaker Series, a cornerstone of the [James Patterson Honors Program](/academics/honors-program/index.php). Free and open to the public, registration is required.
**Moderator:**
TBD
**For more information:**
Contact Michele Saracino, Ph.D. at
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---
title: "Graduate Open House"
url: "/events/graduate-open-house"
type: event
date: 2026-03-03
updated: 2026-03-03
---
# Graduate Open House
# Graduate Open House
Saturday, Mar. 07, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Manhattan University, 4513 Manhattan College Pkwy Bronx, NY 10471
Explore your graduate options at Manhattan University by attending our upcoming Graduate Admissions Open House.
[ Register to Attend ](https://apply.manhattan.edu/register/?id=18d2e11f-8e25-44ef-bce3-e34d9244fc35%20)
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Whether you’re looking to advance in your current field or pivot into a new one, this event will give you a clear picture of how a Manhattan University graduate education can support your goals.
Take the next step toward your graduate degree at Manhattan University. Join us for a Graduate Admissions Open House designed to help you explore your options, understand the application process, and move forward with confidence.
Choose from two event dates**, Wednesday, February 18, 2026**, or [Saturday, March 7, 2026">**Saturday, March 7, 2026**](https://apply.manhattan.edu/register/?id=18d2e11f-8e25-44ef-bce3-e34d9244fc35%20)**,** and hear directly from Graduate Admissions, program directors, academic deans, current students, and alumni, who will be on hand to answer questions about your academic and career goals.
## What You’ll Learn at the Open House
During the Graduate Open House, you’ll:
- Explore graduate programs across multiple disciplines
- Learn about admissions requirements and application timelines
- Receive tips on what makes a strong graduate application
- Connect with admissions staff and ask questions in real time
Whether you’re early in your search or ready to apply, this session is designed to meet you where you are.
### Questions?
Contact the Office of Graduate Admissions for assistance, we’re here to help every step of the way.
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---
title: "O’Malley School of Business Preview Day"
url: "/events/omalley-school-of-business-preview-day"
type: event
date: 2026-03-03
updated: 2026-03-03
---
# O’Malley School of Business Preview Day
# O’Malley School of Business Preview Day
Sunday, Mar. 15, 2026 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Manhattan University, 4513 Manhattan College Pkwy Bronx, NY 10471
Dive into the business world! Attend this upcoming O'Malley School of Business Preview Day at Manhattan University.
[ Register to Attend ](https://apply.manhattan.edu/register/?id=ea89545f-74ed-4d39-9d85-d5c4f5863f5b)
The O'Malley School of Business invites you to an engaging program where you'll explore dynamic programs such as finance, marketing, and global business, meet our community of students and faculty, and discover your perfect club.
---
---
title: "Computer Science Showcase Event"
url: "/events/computer-science-showcase-event"
type: event
date: 2026-03-03
updated: 2026-03-03
---
# Computer Science Showcase Event
# Computer Science Showcase Event
Friday, Mar. 20, 2026 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Manhattan University, 4513 Manhattan College Pkwy Bronx, NY 10471
Experience the future of computing! Attend this upcoming Computer Science Showcase Event at Manhattan University.
[ Register to Attend ](https://apply.manhattan.edu/register/CompSciShowcase)
Our Computer Science Showcase is fully dedicated to Computer Science, undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the Computer Science Department, and software and algorithms design as a profession.
You will be able to visit our computer labs and our unique Kakos Center for Scientific Computing equipped with supercomputers. You will also be able to meet with the Dean, Computer Science faculty, current students, and alumni pursuing successful careers in industry.
---
---
title: "Annoucements"
url: "/inside/announcements"
type: page
date: 2026-03-05
updated: 2026-03-05
---
# Annoucements
Title
FILTER ### Category
- Any -
Academics
Administration
Deadlines
Event Promotion
Service & Charity
Student Life
Surveys
### Audience
- Any -
Students
Faculty and Staff
[ Test Announce by Editor ](/node/1939)summary
---
---
title: "Jasper Guarantee "
url: "/admissions/undergraduate/jasper-guarantee"
type: page
date: 2026-03-10
updated: 2026-06-02
---
# Jasper Guarantee
Admissions & Aid
# The Jasper Guarantee
**A tuition rate you can count on, locked in from the day you enroll.**
The Jasper Guarantee answers one of the biggest concerns facing students and families: clarity around what college actually costs. Beginning Fall 2026, new undergraduate and transfer students lock in a single tuition rate for eight consecutive semesters, backed by generous financial aid and merit support.
[ Request Information ](/admissions/undergraduate/request-information)
[ Schedule a Visit ](/admissions/visit)
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## What Sets the Jasper Guarantee Apart
The Jasper Guarantee is built on a simple promise: a tuition rate you can plan around. From the day you enroll, your costs stay predictable, your aid stays protected, and your focus stays where it belongs, on your education and your future.
A Locked-In Rate
our baseline tuition rate will not increase for eight consecutive semesters. No surprises, no sudden hikes, just one steady rate for all four years.
Genuine Peace of Mind
Predictable costs mean you can focus on academics and opportunities instead of worrying about next year's tuition bill. Stability you can count on.
Protected Financial Aid
Your merit scholarships and financial aid stay intact as long as scholarship conditions and academic progress are maintained. The support you earn stays with you.
A Proven Return
Manhattan ranks in the Top 10% of U.S. colleges overall and #20 in salary impact nationwide, so your investment delivers results well beyond graduation.
An Open Door for Fall 2026
Applications for Fall 2026 are open now. New undergraduate and transfer students who enroll lock in their guaranteed rate from their very first semester forward.
Support Every Step
From your FAFSA to your final aid package, our admissions team helps you understand every cost. Federal and state aid eligibility is determined after you apply.
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## Secure Your Future With Confidence
Applications for Fall 2026 are open, and your guaranteed tuition rate is waiting. Take the next step toward a Manhattan University education built on affordability, stability, and a proven return. We're here to help every step of the way.
For any additional questions about next steps or to learn more about the Jasper Guarantee, our admissions team is ready to help. Please feel free to email us at [admit@manhattan.edu,](mailto:admit@manhattan.edu) and we'll be happy to answer any questions you may have.
[ Apply Now ](/admissions/undergraduate/apply) [ Request Information ](/admissions/undergraduate/request-information) [ Visit Campus ](/admissions/visit) [ Meet the Admissions Team ](/admissions/undergraduate/team)
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---
title: "History of Manhattan University"
url: "/about/history-of-manhattan-university"
type: page
date: 2026-03-13
updated: 2026-03-13
---
# History of Manhattan University
About Manhattan
# History of Manhattan University
Founded in 1853, Manhattan University has educated generations of students in the Lasallian Catholic tradition while evolving to meet the needs of a changing world. From its beginnings in Manhattanville to its present campus in Riverdale, the University’s history reflects a commitment to academic rigor, innovation, and service.
[ Lasallian Catholic Heritage ](/about/lasallian-catholic-heritage)
[ Mission & Ministry ](/mission-ministry)
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For more than 170 years, Manhattan University has prepared students for lives of purpose, leadership, and service. Founded in 1853 by the De La Salle Christian Brothers, the University grew from a small school in Manhattanville to a nationally recognized Catholic institution in the Lasallian educational tradition.
From its early classrooms at 131st Street and Broadway to its present campus in Riverdale overlooking the Hudson River, Manhattan’s story reflects a commitment to academic excellence, opportunity, and innovation rooted in faith and community.
Explore the milestones that shaped Manhattan University and the traditions that continue to guide its mission today.
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In the Beginning
**131st Street and Broadway**
In May 1853, five De La Salle Christian Brothers relocated their small Canal Street school to Manhattanville, a neighborhood of New York City located at 131st Street and Broadway.
The Brothers brought with them a revolutionary educational philosophy rooted in the teachings of Saint John Baptist de La Salle, the patron saint of teachers. Lasallian education emphasized treating teaching as both a profession and a vocation, encouraging educators to go beyond memorization to “touch the hearts†of their students.
Students were prepared not only through religious instruction grounded in Christian ethics, but also through practical subjects designed to prepare them for meaningful roles in society.
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Becoming the Jaspers
**The Early Years**
Between 1853 and 1863, the institution expanded rapidly. College-level coursework was introduced in 1859, and the name Manhattan College was first used in 1861. The school received its official charter from the New York State Board of Regents on April 2, 1863.
Unlike many colleges of the era, Manhattan combined a strong liberal arts education with technical and pre-professional training.
During the late 19th century, the University’s enduring nickname—the Jaspers—was established. The name honors Brother Jasper, a prefect of discipline and baseball coach whose leadership helped shape the early athletic culture of the institution.
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Move from Manhattan to Riverdale
**Establishing the Modern Campus**
As enrollment grew, the institution sought a larger campus. In 1922, the cornerstone for a new campus was laid in the Riverdale neighborhood of the Bronx, where Manhattan University remains today.
The move created a distinctive environment: a residential campus overlooking the Hudson River with direct access to the professional, cultural, and educational opportunities of New York City.
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Growth in the 20th Century
Following World War II, Manhattan University experienced significant expansion in both enrollment and academic programs.
The campus served both college students and a preparatory school for high school students. A pivotal moment came in 1973, when Manhattan became coeducational, welcoming its first undergraduate women.
In the decades that followed, the institution evolved from a largely commuter school to a vibrant residential campus community, supported by the construction of new residence halls.
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A Growing Campus
Entering the 21st century, Manhattan University invested in new facilities designed to support modern student life and academic innovation.
Major additions include:
- O'Malley Library (2002)
- Lee Hall (2008)
- Raymond W. Kelly Student Commons (2014)
A comprehensive campus master plan continues to guide modernization efforts, including new student housing and academic spaces that support collaboration, research, and experiential learning.
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From Manhattan College to Manhattan University
In 2024, Manhattan College officially became Manhattan University, reflecting the institution’s continued growth in academic scope and global reach.
Approved by the New York State Board of Regents on August 1, 2024, the name change recognizes the University’s expanding portfolio of undergraduate majors, graduate programs, and advanced degrees, while reinforcing its commitment to attracting students from around the world.
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Lasallian Tradition: Today and Always
Today, Manhattan University remains proudly Catholic and Lasallian, guided by the educational principles established by Saint John Baptist de La Salle more than three centuries ago.
Central to this tradition is a commitment to:
- Educational opportunity
- Service to others
- Respect for human dignity
- Preparing students to lead with integrity
Many Manhattan students are first-generation college students, continuing the institution’s long-standing mission of expanding access to higher education.
Rooted in tradition yet focused on the future, Manhattan University continues to evolve while remaining faithful to the ideals that shaped its founding in 1853.
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title: "New York City Location"
url: "/about/new-york-city-location"
type: page
date: 2026-03-13
updated: 2026-03-13
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# New York City Location
About Manhattan University
# New York City Location
Manhattan University offers the best of both worlds: a traditional residential campus in one of New York City’s most beautiful neighborhoods, with direct access to the opportunities of the world’s greatest city.
Located in Riverdale in the Bronx, our 23-acre campus overlooks the Hudson River and sits just steps from public transportation. Students enjoy a close-knit campus community while being only minutes from the internships, cultural institutions, and global industries that make New York City the center of opportunity.
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## Your NYC Advantage
Study on a beautiful residential campus in Riverdale while the opportunities of New York City are just minutes away. At Manhattan University, the city becomes part of your college experience.
Campus + City
A traditional residential campus in Riverdale with direct access to New York City.
Minutes from Manhattan
Internships, networking, and cultural experiences just a subway ride away.
Nature Nearby
Van Cortlandt Park offers trails, fields, and outdoor space minutes from campus.
Career Access
Students intern with leading companies, nonprofits, and organizations across NYC.
## A True Campus in New York City
Many colleges claim proximity to New York City. Manhattan University is actually part of it.
Our campus sits within New York City’s five boroughs and is located next to a subway station, providing easy access to Manhattan and the rest of the city. Yet unlike many urban institutions, Manhattan offers a traditional college campus experience — a central quad, green spaces, residence halls, and a strong sense of community.
Here, students study on the quad, meet friends between classes, and take part in campus traditions — all while living in one of the most dynamic cities in the world.
That combination is what we call **the Jasper Promise**.
## Riverdale: An Oasis in New York City
Manhattan University is located in Riverdale, one of New York City’s most scenic and residential neighborhoods.
Surrounded by tree-lined streets and overlooking the Hudson River, the neighborhood offers a peaceful environment for studying and living while remaining connected to the energy of the city.
Nearby you'll find:
- Van Cortlandt Park, one of New York City’s largest parks
- Local restaurants, cafés, and shops
- Scenic walking and biking paths
- Easy public transit to Manhattan and beyond
Best of all, midtown Manhattan is just 35 minutes away, making it easy for students to access internships, cultural landmarks, and professional networking opportunities.
## Why Is Manhattan University in the Bronx?
Manhattan University was originally founded in 1853 in Manhattanville, at the intersection of 131st Street and Broadway.
As enrollment grew, the institution moved in 1923 to its current Riverdale campus in the Bronx, where it could expand its academic facilities and residential community.
Despite the move, the University retained its historic name — reflecting its long-standing identity and connection to New York City.
## The World’s Greatest City Is Your Classroom
Few universities offer the experiential learning opportunities found in New York City.
At Manhattan University, the city becomes an extension of the classroom.
More than half of Manhattan students complete internships, many of which lead directly to full-time employment after graduation. With major corporations, startups, nonprofits, media companies, financial institutions, and global organizations headquartered nearby, students gain invaluable professional experience while still in college.
Faculty also incorporate the city into coursework, organizing visits to places such as:
- Wall Street
- The American Museum of Natural History
- The United Nations
- Major media and technology companies
## Experience the City with Your Friends
Students also explore New York City through a variety of campus programs and organizations.
Popular opportunities include:
**Saturdays in the City**
A weekly program organized by residence life that takes students to neighborhoods and attractions across NYC.
**SoNYC Club**
A student group dedicated to exploring the city through events like bike rides through Central Park, food crawls, and cultural outings.
**Student Engagement Events**
The Office of Student Engagement frequently offers discounted tickets to:
- Broadway shows
- New York Yankees games
- Madison Square Garden events
- Museums and concerts
## Why Students Love Manhattan’s Location
Manhattan University students enjoy a rare balance:
✔ A beautiful residential campus
✔ The career advantages of New York City
✔ The community of a small university
✔ The energy and opportunity of a global city
It’s a combination that makes Manhattan University one of the most distinctive college experiences in New York.
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title: "Board of Trustees"
url: "/about/leadership-governance/board-of-trustees"
type: page
date: 2026-03-13
updated: 2026-05-04
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# Board of Trustees
## Chair
**Stephen J. Squeri, ’81, ’86 MBA**
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, American Express
## Vice Chairs
**Brother Frank G. Byrne, FSC**
Auxiliary Provincial, District of Eastern North America of the Brothers of the Christian Schools
**Thomas P. Kuster ’86**
Chief Executive Officer, Merit Sustainable Infrastructure
## Board Members
**Mary Ann Avella**
President, Doyle & Roth Manufacturing Co.
**Frederick Bonato, Ph.D.**
President
**Kenneth Bouyer ’90**
Director of Inclusiveness Recruiting, EY Americas
**Robert Colletti ‘91**
Partner, Haug Partners LLP
**William Cote ’84**
CEO, Hudson Meridian Construction Group, LLC
**John Desmarais ’85**
Founding Partner, Desmarais LLP
**William N. Dooley ’75**
Retired Executive Vice President of Investments & Financial Services, AIG, Inc.
**Christopher Hughes ’74 ’76**
Retired, Manager of Environmental Remediation, Con Edison
**Cyrus J. Izzo ’87, P.E.**
President and CEO, Syska Hennessy Group
**Noreen Krall ’87, J.D.**
Retired Vice President and Chief Litigation Counsel, Apple, Inc.
**Brother Dennis Lee, FSC**
Project Director of La Salle College of Education, Science and Technology
**Fredric Marro ’77, J.D.**
Founder and President, Westmont Associates
**Lynn Martin ’98**
President, New York Stock Exchange
**Marybeth McCall ’74, M.D.**
Retired Vice President and Chief Medical Officer, Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
**Jose Minaya ‘94**
Chief Executive Officer, Nuveen
**Christopher W. Scala ’05 ’07, P.E.**
Senior Project Executive, E-J Electric Installation
**Thomas Scarangello ’79, P.E.**
Executive Chairman, Thornton Tomasetti, Inc.
**Brother Robert Schieler, FSC**
Vice President for the Corporation, La Salle University
**Brother Robert J. Smith, FSC, Ph.D.**
Senior Vice President for University Initiatives and Special Advisor to the President, Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota
**Brother Thomas Zoppo, FSC**
President, De La Salle Collegiate
## Emeriti
**William A. Bautz ’60**
President, WAB Consulting
**Patrick G. Boyle ’75, ’82**
Retired Executive Vice President, New York Life Investment Management
**Lynne P. Brown, Ph.D.**
Sr. Vice President for University Relations & Public Affairs, New York University
**Gerard Caccappolo ’63**
Retired CEO, Ebone
**Thomas Farrell ’83**
Partner, Trade Supply Group
**Cornelius J. Higgins ’62, Ph.D.**
Retired CEO and Co-Chairman, Applied Research Associates, Inc.
**John Lawler ’55, Ph.D., P.E.**
Former Chairman, Manhattan University Board of Trustees
**Valentine A. Lehr ’62, P.E.**
Managing Partner, Lehr Consultants International
**John Magliano ’66**
Chairman Emeritus Syska Hennessy Group
**Rosanne Thomas Matzat ’82, Esq.**
Retired Partner in the Bankruptcy and Restructuring Practice Group, Hahn & Hessen LLP
**Thomas D. O’Malley ’63**
Retired CEO, PBF Energy
**Kenneth Rathgeber ’70**
Retired Executive Vice President & CCO Fidelity Funds
**Michael J. Regan ’63**
Retired Vice Chair & CAO, KPMG LLP
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---
title: "Manhattan University Senate"
url: "/about/leadership-governance/manhattan-university-senate"
type: page
date: 2026-03-13
updated: 2026-03-13
---
# Manhattan University Senate
The Manhattan University Senate, first convened in 1972, is the formal and official voice of the University community. It is a university-wide body, representing all facets of campus life and comprised of students, faculty, administration, staff and alumni. It deals with matters of University-wide concern.
## Membership and Committees
The Senate is comprised of 28 members:
- 9 from the student population
- 11 from the faculty
- 5 from the administration
- 2 from the staff
- 1 from alumni
Any student wishing to become a senator must be elected so in elections coordinated by Student Government. For more information, contact Student Government at [studentgov@manhattan.edu](https://mail.google.com/mail/?view=cm&fs=1&tf=1&to=studentgov@manhattan.edu).
The Senate has four standing committees:
- Agenda Committee
- Educational Affairs Commission
- Campus Life Committee
- Resources Commission
## Officers
There are four officers of the Senate: the speaker, two deputy speakers and the secretary. The speaker and deputy speakers, each elected for one academic year, must represent the students, faculty and administration. The secretary, elected for one academic year, can come from any constituency.
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---
title: "Manhattan University Council for Faculty Affairs (CFA)"
url: "/about/leadership-governance/council-for-faculty-affairs"
type: page
date: 2026-03-13
updated: 2026-05-20
---
# Manhattan University Council for Faculty Affairs (CFA)
The Manhattan University Council for Faculty Affairs (CFA), first convened in 1972, is “a means by which faculty, through elected representatives, participate in the government of the university in those matters that are the proper jurisdiction of the faculty.â€
The faculty has primary responsibility for such fundamental areas as curriculum, subject matter and methods of instruction, research, faculty status, and those aspects of student life which relate to the educational process.
## Membership
Full time faculty who have been at the university for three years can be elected to the CFA to represent 20 areas of the university as listed below:
- Religious Studies
- English
- History/Government
- Psychology/Sociology
- Philosophy/Modern Languages & Literatures
- Communication/Visual & Performing Arts
- Math/Computer Science
- Biology
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Management & Marketing
- Accounting & CIS
- Economics & Finance
- Education
- Kinesiology
- Mechanical Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil & Environmental Engineering
- Electrical & Computing Engineering
- Library
[View Current Members">**View Current Members**](/about/leadership-governance/council-for-faculty-affairs/current-members "Current Members | Council for Faculty Affairs (CFA)")
## Standing Committees
The standing committees of the council are concerned with the following areas of great importance to the faculty: 1) educational policies; 2) faculty and development; 3) student life. The standing committees are:
- Athletics
- Faculty Research
- Faculty Welfare
- Publications
- Judiciary Committee on Student Affairs
- Promotion and Tenure
- Sabbatical Leave
- Summer Grants
- Faculty Grievance
- Termination of Services
- Faculty Technology
- Library
- Campus Ministry
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---
title: "Transfer Agreements"
url: "/admissions/transfer/transfer-agreements"
type: page
date: 2026-03-13
updated: 2026-06-03
---
# Transfer Agreements
Transfer Agreements
The University has partnered with several community colleges that enable students to transfer credits seamlessly and to receive merit-based scholarships.
For more information, contact a transfer counselor in the Admissions office at .
Nassau Community College
## Kakos School of Arts and Sciences
- Adolescent Education, BA/BS
- Allied Health Science,
- Biochemistry, BA/BS
- Biology, BA/BS
- Chemistry, BA/BS
- Childhood Education BA/BS
- Communication, BA
- Computer Science, BA/BS
- Criminology, BA
- Digital Media Art, BA
- Economics, BA
- English, BA
- Exercise Science, BS
- History, BA
- Mathematics, BA/BS
- Philosophy
- Physical Education, BA
- Physics, BA/BS
- Political Science, BA
- Psychology, BA/BS
- Sociology, BA
- Sound Studies, BA
- Spanish, BA
## O'Malley School of Business
- Accounting, BS
- Business Analytics, BS
- Computer Information Systems, BS
- Economics, BS
- Finance, BS
- Management, BS
- Marketing, BS
## School of Engineering
- Chemical Engineering, BS
- Civil Engineering, BS
- Computer Engineering, BS
- Electrical Engineering, BS
- Mechanical Engineering, BS
Rockland Community College
## Kakos School of Arts and Sciences
- Adolescent Education, BA/BS
- Allied Health Science,
- Biochemistry, BA/BS
- Biology, BA/BS
- Chemistry, BA/BS
- Childhood Education BA/BS
- Communication, BA
- Computer Science, BA/BS
- Criminology, BA
- Digital Media Art, BA
- Economics, BA
- English, BA
- Exercise Science, BS
- History, BA
- Mathematics, BA/BS
- Philosophy
- Physical Education, BA
- Physics, BA/BS
- Political Science, BA
- Psychology, BA/BS
- Sociology, BA
- Sound Studies, BA
- Spanish, BA
## O'Malley School of Business
- Accounting, BS
- Business Analytics, BS
- Computer Information Systems, BS
- Economics, BS
- Finance, BS
- Management, BS
- Marketing, BS
## School of Engineering
- Chemical Engineering, BS
- Civil Engineering, BS
- Computer Engineering, BS
- Electrical Engineering, BS
- Mechanical Engineering, BS
St. Francis College
## School of Engineering
- Chemical Engineering, BS
- Civil Engineering, BS
- Electrical Engineering, BS
- Mechanical Engineering, BS
Westchester Community College
## Kakos School of Arts and Sciences
- Communication, BA
- Criminology, BA
- Digital Media Art, BA
- Economics, BA
- English, BA
- History, BA
- Political Science, BA
- Psychology, BA/BS
- Sociology, BA
- Sound Studies, BA
- Spanish, BA
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title: "Transfer Scholarship and Aid"
url: "/admissions/transfer/scholarship-and-aid"
type: page
date: 2026-03-13
updated: 2026-06-02
---
# Transfer Scholarship and Aid
Transfer Admissions
# Transfer Scholarship and Aid
Meet with a Transfer counselor to answer your questions regarding the application process, credit evaluation process, cost of attendance and anything else you would like to know. Schedule an in-person or virtual appointment.
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## Scholarships and Grants
All accepted transfer students are considered for an academic scholarship. You may be eligible to receive a scholarship if you have exemplary scores in your high school and college coursework. Scholarship award notifications are released starting in March for fall semester applicants and November for spring semester applicants
To be eligible for renewal of your academic scholarship, you must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 while attending Manhattan University.
Manhattan University awards need-based aid to students who demonstrate financial need. For questions related to the FAFSA and your financial aid eligibility, reach out to Jasper Central via email at or phone at (718) 862-7100.
[](/admissions/financial-aid/loans-grants/scholarships-and-grants#merit-scholarships)
[Merit Scholarships
](/admissions/financial-aid/loans-grants/scholarships-and-grants#merit-scholarships)
Awarded to applicants with extraordinary accomplishments in academics, test scores, leadership, and service. Every accepted student is automatically considered, with no separate application required, and awards renew across four years with a 3.0 GPA.
Explore Merit Scholarships
[](/admissions/financial-aid/loans-grants/scholarships-and-grants#talent-special-scholarships)
[Talent & Special Scholarships
](/admissions/financial-aid/loans-grants/scholarships-and-grants#talent-special-scholarships)
Offered to students who show exceptional talent or leadership in school or community. These competitive awards require an interview or audition and additional materials, then renew for four years as you meet eligibility conditions.
Explore Talent & Special Scholarships
[](/admissions/financial-aid/loans-grants/scholarships-and-grants#need-based)
[Need-Based Grants
](/admissions/financial-aid/loans-grants/scholarships-and-grants#need-based)
Need-Based Grants Description: Awarded to students who demonstrate financial need, these mission-related grants are renewed annually and adjusted to your FAFSA. Recipients maintain satisfactory academic progress, full-time enrollment, and file the FAFSA on time each year.
Explore Need Based Grants
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Transfer Admissions
## Financial Aid
To be considered for financial aid, you must be a full-time student and live in the United States. To apply for financial aid, you must submit the [Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)](https://studentaid.gov/) form, which is available on December 1 each year. Eligible New York residents should also apply for the [Tuition Assistance Program (TAP)](https://www.hesc.ny.gov/find-aid/nys-grants-scholarships/tuition-assistance-program-tap).
After we review your FAFSA and credit evaluation, we will prepare a financial aid package and notify you of the award via postal mail.
[ Learn More about the Financial Aid Process ](/admissions/financial-aid)
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title: "Transfer Application Requirements"
url: "/admissions/transfer/application-requirements"
type: page
date: 2026-03-13
updated: 2026-03-13
---
# Transfer Application Requirements
# Transfer Application Requirements
**Apply as a transfer student to Manhattan University — we offer rolling admissions, which means there’s no deadline. Browse our transfer application requirements and checklist.**
Deciding to transfer is a big decision. No matter the reason you are looking to transfer to Manhattan University, our caring faculty and staff will work hard to make sure you'll succeed here. We streamline our transfer application process so that you receive your next steps quickly. Decisions on completed applications are made within two business days, and transfer credit evaluations are shared within 7-10 business days.
## Application Checklist
In addition to completing the application, please submit the following
1. **High school transcript** - required even if you have already completed a two-year Associate’s or a four-year bachelor's degree.
2. **College transcript(s)** - Having transcripts sent electronically via email is the preferred method of delivery. If you have attended more than one college, you must submit a transcript from each institution.
3. One letter of recommendation from a high school teacher, college professor or employer is required.
4. Personal statement. This statement should be around 500-600 words.
## Transfer Application Timeline
Did we mention there are no deadlines? It's true. We accept undergraduate transfer applications on a rolling basis.
However, the date you apply determines when you will receive a decision. Depending on when you're applying, you can expect the following:
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---
title: "Transfer Credits"
url: "/admissions/transfer/transfer-credits"
type: page
date: 2026-03-13
updated: 2026-06-03
---
# Transfer Credits
# Transfer Credits
Within a 7-10 days of your acceptance to Manhattan University, we will notify you which courses and how many credits from your previous college(s) will transfer in to your Manhattan University degree plan.
We accept up to 64 credits from a community college and 90 credits from a four-year institution of higher education. Our credit transfer guidelines are as follows:
Credit will be granted only for specific work when completed at accredited institutions whose quality and course content have been approved by Manhattan University.
Generally transfer students will earn fifty percent (50%) of the credit necessary for individual program requirements for graduation at Manhattan University, excluding core, general education, and/or elective requirements
“P†grades may be accepted for credit but only if they represent a “C†or better as defined by the regulations of the institution of origin.
The University has partnered with several community colleges that enable students to transfer credits seamlessly, and have the opportunity for merit-based scholarships.
[View Transfer Agreements](/admissions/transfer/transfer-agreements "Transfer Agreements")
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[Apply Today](/admissions/apply)
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title: "Maps & Directions"
url: "/admissions/visit/maps-directions"
type: page
date: 2026-03-16
updated: 2026-06-10
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# Maps & Directions
About Manhattan University
# Get Directions to Manhattan University
Manhattan University is located in the Riverdale neighborhood of the Bronx in New York City. Our campus is easily accessible by subway, commuter rail, car, and nearby major highways.
**Campus Address**
4513 Manhattan College Parkway
Riverdale, NY 10471
Visitors should enter through the **main campus gate on Manhattan College Parkway**, where security staff will direct you to visitor parking.
[ Visit Campus ](/admissions/visit)
[ Download a Campus Map ](#)
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Driving to Manhattan University ## Driving to the Manhattan University Campus
Manhattan University is accessible from several major highways including **I-87 (Major Deegan Expressway), I-95, the Henry Hudson Parkway, and the Saw Mill River Parkway**.
All routes ultimately lead to **Manhattan College Parkway**, which provides direct access to the campus entrance.
### #### From Manhattan
### West Side Highway
1. Take the **West Side Highway north**.
2. Continue onto the **Henry Hudson Parkway North**.
3. Exit at **W. 239th Street**.
4. At the stop sign, proceed straight across the intersection (monument on the left).
5. Pass the traffic light and bear right at the fork onto **Manhattan College Parkway**.
6. Proceed downhill to the **main gate on the left**.
### FDR Drive
1. Take the **FDR Drive north**.
2. Merge onto the **Major Deegan Expressway (I-87 North)**.
3. Take the **Van Cortlandt Park South exit**.
4. Bear right onto **Broadway**.
5. At the second traffic light, turn left and then left again onto **Manhattan College Parkway**.
6. Continue uphill to the **main gate on the right**.
### #### From Long Island
### RFK Bridge (Triborough Bridge)
1. Follow signs to **Major Deegan Expressway (I-87 North)**.
2. Exit at **Van Cortlandt Park South**.
3. Bear right onto **Broadway**.
4. At the second traffic light, turn left and then left again onto **Manhattan College Parkway**.
5. Continue uphill to the **main gate on the right**.
### Whitestone or Throgs Neck Bridge
1. Take the **Cross Bronx Expressway (I-95)**.
2. Merge onto **Major Deegan Expressway (I-87 North)**.
3. Exit at **Van Cortlandt Park South**.
4. Follow Broadway and turn onto **Manhattan College Parkway**.
5. Proceed uphill to the **main gate on the right**.
### #### From Upstate New York
### Saw Mill River Parkway / Henry Hudson Parkway
1. Exit at **246th Street**.
2. Turn left at the first traffic light.
3. Turn right onto **Fieldston Road** at the circle.
4. Turn left onto **Manhattan College Parkway**.
5. Proceed downhill to the **main gate on the left**.
### New York State Thruway (I-87)
1. The Thruway becomes the **Major Deegan Expressway (I-87)**.
2. Exit at **Van Cortlandt Park South**.
3. Turn right off the ramp onto **Broadway**.
4. Turn left onto **Manhattan College Parkway**.
5. Continue uphill to the **main gate on the right**.
### #### From New Jersey
### George Washington Bridge
1. Cross the **George Washington Bridge**.
2. Take the **Henry Hudson Parkway North**.
3. Exit at **239th Street** (no commercial vehicles).
4. Proceed straight across the intersection.
5. Bear right onto **Manhattan College Parkway**.
6. Continue downhill to the **main gate on the left**.
### #### From New England
### I-95 (New England Thruway)
1. Take **I-95 West** to the **Cross Westchester Expressway**.
2. Merge onto the **New York State Thruway South**.
3. Continue to the **Major Deegan Expressway (I-87)**.
4. Exit at **Van Cortlandt Park South**.
5. Turn onto **Manhattan College Parkway** and proceed to the **main gate**.
Directions from Airports ## Directions from New York City Airports
### JFK Airport
Take the **Van Wyck Expressway North** to the **Grand Central Parkway**, then cross the **RFK Bridge** and follow the directions from Long Island.
### LaGuardia Airport
Take the **Grand Central Parkway** to the **RFK Bridge**, then follow the directions from Long Island.
### Newark Liberty International Airport
Take the **New Jersey Turnpike North** to the **George Washington Bridge**, then follow the directions from New Jersey.
Public Transportation ## Public Transportation to Manhattan University
## Subway
The easiest way to reach campus by subway is the **1 train**.
1. Take the **1 train to Van Cortlandt Park – 242nd Street (last stop)**.
2. Walk uphill on **W. 242nd Street**.
3. The **Manhattan University main gate** will be on your right.
Subway schedules are available at **mta.info**.
## Metro-North Railroad
1. Take the **Metro-North Hudson Line** to **Marble Hill Station**.
2. Exit the station and cross **Broadway**.
3. Enter the **1 train subway station at 225th Street**.
4. Take the **1 train north to 242nd Street** and follow the subway directions above.
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## MTA Bus
Nearby bus routes include:
- **Bx7**
- **Bx10**
- **Bx24**
All stop near **W. 239th Street and Riverdale Avenue**, a short walk from campus.
Interactive Map and Visitor Parking ## Interactive Map
[Embedded Video](https://www.google.com/maps/embed?pb=!1m14!1m12!1m3!1d1508.0853493842915!2d-73.90001058024149!3d40.89007032935898!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sus!4v1415218569565)
**Use Google Maps for directions:**
Or enter **“Manhattan University Riverdale NYâ€** into your preferred map app.
## Visitor Parking
Visitor parking is available on campus.
1. Drive to the **main entrance on Manhattan College Parkway**.
2. Stop at the **security booth at the campus gate**.
3. Inform the security officer that you are visiting campus.
4. The officer will direct you to the **visitor parking lot**.
Parking is typically available for admissions visits, campus events, and scheduled appointments.
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## See What It’s Like to Arrive on Campus
If you're visiting campus for the first time, this short video shows what you'll see as you approach Manhattan University's main entrance in Riverdale, New York City.
[Embedded Video](https://player.vimeo.com/video/1145396581?h=67a260197c&badge=0&autopause=0&player_id=0&app_id=58479)
## Frequently Asked Questions
### #### What is the address of Manhattan University?
Manhattan University is located at **4513 Manhattan College Parkway, Riverdale, NY 10471**, in the Riverdale neighborhood of the Bronx in New York City.
### #### What subway goes to Manhattan University?
The **1 train** provides the most direct subway access to Manhattan University. Take the train to **Van Cortlandt Park – 242nd Street**, the final stop, and walk a short distance to the campus entrance on Manhattan College Parkway.
### #### Is visitor parking available at Manhattan University?
Yes. Visitors should enter through the **main campus gate on Manhattan College Parkway**, where security staff will direct them to the visitor parking area.
### #### What is the closest airport to Manhattan University?
The closest major airports are:
- **LaGuardia Airport (LGA)** – about 25 minutes by car
- **John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)** – about 45 minutes by car
- **Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)** – about 40 minutes by car
### #### Where is Manhattan University located in New York City?
Manhattan University is located in **Riverdale in the Bronx**, a residential neighborhood in New York City near **Van Cortlandt Park** and the **Hudson River**.
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## Prepare for the Real World
At Manhattan University, your education is built around who you are and where you want to go. Whether you’re ready to apply or just starting to explore, take the next step when you’re ready — we’re here to help.
[Apply Today](/admissions/apply)
[Visit Manhattan University](/admissions/visit)
[Request Information](/admissions/undergraduate/request-information)
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---
---
title: "Masters in Business Administration (MBA)"
url: "/academics/programs/mba"
type: program
date: 2026-03-16
updated: 2026-05-15
---
# Masters in Business Administration (MBA)
# Masters in Business Administration (MBA)
**Lead New York City's data-driven economy - from the heart of it.**
Manhattan University's MBA puts you inside one of the world's most dynamic business markets. With flexible on-campus and online formats, AACSB accreditation, and deep NYC employer connections, you graduate ready to lead in finance, technology, healthcare, and beyond.
[ Request Information ](/admissions/undergraduate/request-information)
[ Visit ](/admissions/visit) [ Apply ](/admissions/apply)
Credit Hours36
Time to Complete1-2 Years
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This program is part of [Management & Marketing](/academics/business/departments/management-or-marketing)
What Set's Us Apart The Manhattan University Difference
## What Sets Us Apart
Manhattan University's MBA program is built for ambitious professionals who demand more than a degree. Whether you prefer the immersive structure of a **full-time online program or the flexibility of evening and weekend on-campus courses in the NYC metro area**, the O'Malley MBA fits your life and career. Backed by AACSB accreditation and deep connections to New York City's business community, you graduate with real leadership skills, a powerful professional network, and the credentials to compete in one of the world's most demanding markets.
AI & Business Analytics Concentration
Develop expertise in machine learning, predictive modeling, and data-driven strategy - skills commanding premium salaries across every NYC industry sector.
NYC Business Immersion
Case studies, guest speakers, and partnerships drawn from Wall Street, Silicon Alley, NYC Health + Hospitals, and the Bronx's growing tech corridor.
AACSB Accreditation
One of only the top 6% of business schools worldwide to earn AACSB accreditation, the gold standard recognized by employers across the tri-state region and globally.
Blockchain and Emerging Technologies
Students explore emerging technologies shaping the future of business, learning how innovations like blockchain are transforming security, transparency, and digital transactions.
Executive Mentorship & Alumni Network
Tap a network of C-suite alumni, entrepreneurs, and consultants across finance, healthcare, media, and technology industries headquartered in New York City.
Flexible Formats for Working Professionals
Choose on-campus evening cohorts in the Bronx/NYC metro area, fully online, or a hybrid blend - all designed around the schedules of busy New York professionals.
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Study In NYC
## Why Get Your MBA at Manhattan University?
New York City is the world capital of finance, media, technology, and healthcare - industries that collectively employ millions across the five boroughs, Westchester, Long Island, and New Jersey. For MBA students, there is no better classroom.
At the O'Malley School of Business, you gain more than business theory. You develop the analytical judgment, ethical leadership, and strategic communication skills demanded by today's most competitive organizations - whether you're targeting a promotion in Midtown, launching a startup in Brooklyn, or building a healthcare career in the Bronx.
Our program serves students across the entire NYC metro region - Manhattan, the Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens, Westchester, Long Island, and New Jersey - with formats that fit real New York schedules.
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## Why Study in New York City
New York City is one of the world’s most dynamic hubs for data-driven industries, offering unmatched access to companies that rely on analytics to drive strategy, innovation, and performance. From finance and healthcare to technology, advertising, and media, students are surrounded by organizations that demand strong analytical and problem-solving skills. At Manhattan University, students apply industry-relevant coding languages and machine learning techniques through internships, projects, and partnerships with NYC employers. This real-world experience strengthens their technical confidence and helps them build the professional network and practical skill set needed to excel in one of the nation’s most competitive analytics markets.
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Why Study For An MBA ## MBA: Lead with Data. Decide with Confidence.
At Manhattan University, MBA students gain the leadership skills, business acumen, and analytical tools needed to thrive in today's competitive economy. Our program blends rigorous academics with real-world NYC applications, preparing graduates to lead organizations with insight, strategy, and impact.
AACSB-Accredited Curriculum
Study at one of fewer than 6% of business schools worldwide to earn AACSB accreditation, a credential recognized by top employers across New York City and globally.
Capstone Consulting Project
Apply your MBA skills to a real business challenge, working with faculty and NYC industry partners to deliver actionable strategy recommendations to an actual organization.
Expert Faculty Mentorship
Learn from faculty who bring active industry experience in finance, healthcare, technology, and consulting, guiding you through research, projects, and career development.
C-Suite Alumni Network
Connect with Manhattan University alumni now serving as executives, entrepreneurs, and consultants across the tri-state region, opening doors to mentorship, referrals, and career opportunities.
Leadership and Ethics Focus
Develop the ethical judgment and organizational leadership skills that today's employers demand, grounded in Manhattan University's Lasallian Catholic tradition of service and responsibility.
Flexible Formats for Working Professionals
hether you prefer the immersive structure of a full-time online program or the flexibility of evening and weekend on-campus courses in the NYC metro area, the Manhattan University MBA fits your life and career without compromise.
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About
## The O’Malley School of Business
The O'Malley School of Business is an **AACSB-accredited institution**, one of fewer than 6% of business schools worldwide, recognized for its rigorous academics, industry-connected faculty, and strong career outcomes. Located in New York City, the School offers students unmatched access to internships, executive networking, and real-world learning experiences through partnerships with leading organizations across finance, healthcare, advertising, technology, and media. With small class sizes, hands-on coursework, and a deep commitment to ethical and data-driven leadership, O'Malley MBA graduates are exceptionally well-prepared for success in today's competitive business landscape.
[ Explore O'Malley School of Business ](/academics/business)
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Program Costs & Financial Aid ## Program Costs & Financial Aid
### An Investment Built for New York
Manhattan University is committed to making a world-class, NYC-based MBA accessible and affordable - through competitive graduate tuition, generous financial aid, and the Jasper Guarantee.
### Tuition & Fees
Competitive graduate rates - view current per-credit and per-semester tuition for the MBA program.
### Financial Aid - 90%+ Receive Support
More than 90% of Manhattan University students receive some form of financial assistance, including merit scholarships, grants, and need-based aid.
### Graduate Assistantships
Competitive assistantship opportunities available for full-time MBA students, providing tuition remission and stipends in exchange for research or administrative work.
### Employer Tuition Reimbursement
Many NYC-area employers offer tuition reimbursement programs. Our financial aid team can help you coordinate benefits with your employer.
[Learn More About Costs and Financial Aid](/admissions/financial-aid/)
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A Smarter Investment in Your Future
## A New York City MBA That Delivers
A Manhattan University MBA is one of the strongest returns on investment in the New York City market. Our competitive graduate tuition, combined with robust financial aid and a powerful NYC employer network, means your degree pays dividends throughout your career.
[ Learn More About the Jasper Guarantee ](/admissions/undergraduate/jasper-guarantee)
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Admission Information ## **Admissions Information**
### Start Your MBA Journey
Applying to Manhattan University's MBA program is designed to be clear and accessible. Review the requirements and key deadlines below to take the next step toward a career in data-driven business leadership in New York City.
**Requirements**
No business background is required. The MBA program is open to students who hold a bachelor's degree in any discipline from an accredited institution.
To apply, you will need:
- Completed application and official transcripts
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
- Personal statement
- Two letters of recommendation
- Professional resume
- GMAT/GRE (waiver available for qualified applicants)
**Application Deadlines**
- Priority / Early Action: November 15
- Regular Decision: February 1
- Spring Admission: November 1
- Rolling Admissions (Online): Year-Round
[Admission and Application Process](/admissions/financial-aid/)
### International Students:
Manhattan University welcomes graduate students from around the world to our New York City campus. We offer comprehensive support for visa documentation, TOEFL/IELTS English language assessments, and international financial aid, including guidance for students already living and working in the New York metro area.
[Learn More about International Financial Aid](/admissions/international/financial-aid/)
### Veterans and Military-Connected Students:
Manhattan University is proud to support veterans and active duty service members pursuing their MBA. We offer dedicated advising, VA benefit assistance, and a welcoming community that honors your service and accelerates your transition into business leadership.
[Learn More about Veteran Services](/admissions/veterans)
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## Prepare for the Real World
At Manhattan University, your education is built around who you are and where you want to go. Whether you’re ready to apply or just starting to explore, take the next step when you’re ready — we’re here to help.
[Apply Today](/admissions/apply)
[Visit Manhattan University](/admissions/visit)
[Request Information](/admissions/undergraduate/request-information)
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---
---
title: "Brother Jasper"
url: "/about/history/brother-jasper"
type: page
date: 2026-03-16
updated: 2026-06-16
---
# Brother Jasper
About Manhattan University
# Who Is Brother Jasper?
Brother Jasper of Mary, FSC, is one of the most beloved figures in the history of Manhattan University. A member of the De La Salle Christian Brothers, he served the University during the 19th century and became known for his leadership, dedication to students, and lasting contributions to campus life.
[ History of Manhattan University ](/about/history-of-manhattan-university)
[ Lasallian Catholic Heritage ](/about/lasallian-catholic-heritage)
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## Brother Jasper and the Early History of Manhattan University
Brother Jasper arrived at Manhattan University in 1861, serving as the head of resident students and later as the prefect of discipline.
During his years on campus, he played a central role in shaping student life. Brother Jasper helped establish many of the early extracurricular activities that enriched the educational experience at the University, including:
- The first Manhattan University band
- The orchestra
- The glee club
- Several student literary societies
He also became the University's first athletic director, helping to organize and guide early athletic programs. [Learn more about Manhattan University Athletics](https://gojaspers.com/).
## Brother Jasper and the Origins of the Seventh-Inning Stretch
In the late nineteenth century, Brother Jasper introduced the relatively new sport of baseball to
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Manhattan University and served as the team’s first coach.
As prefect of discipline, he also supervised students attending baseball games. According to University tradition, during one game Brother Jasper noticed that students had become restless while sitting for long periods. To restore order and help students refocus, he asked everyone to stand, stretch, and relax briefly between innings.
The moment became known as the seventh-inning stretch, a custom that later spread throughout professional baseball and remains a cherished part of the game today.
## Fun Facts About Brother Jasper
Because a lot has changed since the 1860s.
Favorite color
Green — naturally.
Favorite place on campus
The Chapel of De La Salle and His Brothers.
Favorite music
Classical music, though he has a special appreciation for “O Shining Star, Manhattan,†the song written for the University.
Favorite pizza slice in the Bronx
A bacon chicken ranch slice from Goodfellas or the stuffed chicken slice from Broadway Joe’s — both student favorites.
Favorite emojis
💚 âœï¸
Favorite game day activity?
Watching the Jaspers win and reminding everyone to stretch during the seventh inning.
---
---
title: "Mission & Strategic Plan"
url: "/about/mission-planning"
type: page
date: 2026-03-16
updated: 2026-06-15
---
# Mission & Strategic Plan
About Manhattan University
# Mission & Strategic Vision
At Manhattan University, our mission shapes everything we do — from the classroom to campus life and service to our community.
Rooted in the Lasallian Catholic educational tradition, Manhattan University prepares students to lead lives of purpose, professional achievement, and service to others.
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## Mission Statement of Manhattan University
Manhattan University is an independent Catholic institution of higher learning that embraces qualified men and women of all faiths, cultures, and traditions. The mission of Manhattan University is to provide a contemporary, person-centered educational experience that prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings. The University pursues this mission through programs that integrate a broad liberal education with concentration in specific disciplines in the arts and sciences or with professional preparation in business, education and engineering.
Established in 1853 by the Institute of the Brothers of the Christian Schools, the University continues to draw its inspiration from the heritage of John Baptist de La Salle, the innovator of modern pedagogy and patron saint of teachers. Among the hallmarks of this Lasallian heritage are excellence in teaching, respect for human dignity, reflection on faith and its relation to reason, an emphasis on ethical conduct, and commitment to social justice.
## Our Mission
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Manhattan University is an independent Catholic institution of higher learning that welcomes qualified men and women of all faiths, cultures, and traditions.
Our mission is to provide a contemporary, person-centered educational experience that prepares graduates for:
- lifelong personal development
- professional success
- civic engagement
- service to others
The University fulfills this mission through programs that combine a broad liberal education with specialized study in disciplines across the arts and sciences, as well as professional preparation in business, education, and engineering.
## The Lasallian Tradition
Founded in 1853 by the Institute of the Brothers of the Christian Schools, Manhattan University continues to draw inspiration from the educational vision of Saint John Baptist de La Salle, patron saint of teachers and pioneer of modern pedagogy.
Lasallian education emphasizes:
- Excellence in teaching and learning
- Respect for the dignity of every person
- Reflection on the relationship between faith and reason
- Ethical leadership and conduct
- A commitment to social justice and service
These values guide the educational experience at Manhattan University and shape the community we share.
## Mission Office
The Office of Mission helps ensure that Manhattan University's Lasallian Catholic identity remains an active and visible part of campus life.
The office supports programs, initiatives, and partnerships that strengthen the integration of mission into:
- academic life
- student formation
- community engagement
- service opportunities
## Mission Week 2026
**Living Our Lasallian Mission**
Our Lasallian values are at the heart of everything we do at Manhattan University. Mission Week offers meaningful opportunities for students, faculty, and staff to come together in service, reflection, and community.
Throughout the week, members of the Manhattan University community are invited to participate in activities that reflect our shared commitment to faith in action while honoring the Lasallian call to dignity, justice, and care for others.
Join us as we celebrate our mission and strengthen our commitment to serving others.
Mission Week is an opportunity for all members of the campus community to gather in service, reflection, and connection while living out the Lasallian values that guide our university.
We encourage everyone to save the date and participate in these meaningful opportunities throughout the week.
[ View Mission Week Events ](/events/mission-week-2026)
---
---
title: "Mission Week 2026"
url: "/events/mission-week"
type: event
date: 2026-03-16
updated: 2026-06-16
---
# Mission Week 2026
# Mission Week 2026
Tuesday, Apr. 07, 2026 to Friday, Apr. 10, 2026 All day Manhattan University, 4513 Manhattan College Pkwy Bronx, NY 10471
Mission Week 2026 offers opportunities to engage in service that reflect our shared commitment to faith in action.
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Our Lasallian values are at the heart of everything we do at Manhattan University. Mission Week offers meaningful opportunities for students, faculty, and staff to come together in service, reflection, and community.
Throughout the week, members of the Manhattan University community are invited to participate in activities that reflect our shared commitment to faith in action while honoring the Lasallian call to dignity, justice, and care for others.
We encourage all members of the community to save the date and join in these meaningful opportunities for connection, reflection, and service.
## [Schedule of Events](/about/mission-planning)
Additional details, locations, and participation information will be shared as Mission Week approaches.
### #### Tuesday, April 7 - “Lasallian Catholic Identity"
### 12:15 p.m.
**Mass of St. La Salle**
The Chapel of the Holy Infancy
Memorial Hall, 3rd Floor
The Mass of St. John Baptist de La Salle offers an opportunity for the community to gather in prayer and thanksgiving during Mission Week. The relics of St. John Baptist de La Salle will be available for veneration.
All are welcome to participate in this liturgy honoring our founder and reaffirming our commitment to the values that guide our educational mission.
### 3 p.m.
**Guest speaker:** Br. Ernest Miller, FSC
Kelly Commons 4C
Join the campus community for a special presentation by Brother Ernest Miller, FSC, as part of Mission Week 2026. This gathering invites reflection on our shared Lasallian Catholic mission and the ways it calls us to serve, lead, and accompany one another in faith and action.
Cookies & beverages will be served.
### #### Wednesday, April 8 – “Faith in the Presence of God"
### 3 p.m.
**Place a Prayer Intention on the Tree**
Manhattan University Quad
Throughout the day, students, faculty, and staff are invited to pause, reflect, and engage in prayerful moments across campus. These activities are designed to create space for personal and communal reflection on faith, vocation, and service within our Lasallian tradition.
Ice Cream & beverages will be served.
### #### Thursday, April 9 - "Respect For All Persons"
### 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
**Lasallian Day of Service**
The entire campus is invited to participate in the Lasallian Day of Service where students, faculty and staff give back to our local community by working on volunteer projects for organizations throughout the Bronx.
Participants will gather between **8:00 and 10:00 a.m.** The location will be either **Campus Ministry or Smith Auditorium**, depending on the number of participants.
A closing reflection will take place at **4:00 p.m. in Campus Ministry**, offering space to reflect on the day’s experiences and impact.
Special thanks to **Amy Forster, Hailey Kublall, Michele Saracino**, and members of James Patterson Honors Program for their leadership and planning in making this day possible.
Snacks & beverages will be served.
### Service Locations & Project Leads
Participants will be assigned to service projects across the Bronx. Each site is supported by a campus point person.
- **Friendly Fridge**
*Point Person:* Campus Ministry Team
- **Waldo House**
*Point Person:* Margaret Groarke
- **Post Road Site**
*Point Person:* Br. Charles
- **Brust Park**
*Point Person:* Engineering Students
*Coordinator:* Margaret Groarke
- **Methodist Home**
*Point Person:* Michele Saracino
- **Cabrini Food Pantry**
*Point Person:* Andrew Berg
- **Van Cortlandt Park**
*Point Person:* Andrew Berg
- **Local School Tutoring**
*Point Person:* Dr. Kerri Mulqueen
- **STEM Day (On Campus)**
*Point Person:* Hailey Kublall
- **Clothing Collection**
*Point Person:* Rev. Andie
### #### Friday, April 10 - "Excellence in Education"
**Screening of the film** ***The Life of St. John Baptist de La Salle***
Campus Ministry Office at Cornerstone (Miguel 209) all day.
Screenings of *The Life of St. John Baptist de La Salle* will be offered throughout the day as part of Mission Week. The film provides an opportunity to learn more about the life and legacy of our founder and the enduring mission that continues to shape our community today.
Snacks & beverages will be served.
#### Special Thanks to the 2026 Mission Committee Members
- Br. Charles Barbush, Chair
- Andrew Berg
- Fr. Edward Beck
- Robert Cole
- Anne Marie Colón
- Fr. Robert Joerger
- Hailey Kublall
- Kristell Lowe
- Br. Augustine Nicoletti
- Rev. Andie Raynor
- Dr. Michele Saracino
---
---
title: "Degree Programs"
url: "/academics/programs"
type: page
date: 2026-03-19
updated: 2026-05-08
---
# Degree Programs
Academics
# Degree Programs
**Explore undergraduate and graduate programs designed to prepare you for what's next.**
Manhattan University offers a wide range of bachelor's, master's, and certificate programs across business, engineering, science, education, and the arts. Wherever you are in your journey, you'll learn from accomplished faculty and build the skills employers in the NYC metro region are actively hiring for.
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FILTER ### Program Type
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M.A.
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### Program Format
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### School
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### Area of Interest
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Health & Medicine
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### [ Accounting - B.S. / Minor ](/academics/programs/accounting)
- [Bachelor of Science](/?program_type%5Bbs%5D=bs)
### [ Business Analytics B.S / Minor ](/academics/programs/business-analytics)
- [Bachelor of Science](/?program_type%5Bbs%5D=bs)
- [Minor](/?program_type%5Bminor%5D=minor)
### [ Business Analytics M.S. ](/academics/programs/business-analytics-ms)
- [Master of Science](/?program_type%5Bms%5D=ms)
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- [Bachelor of Science](/?program_type%5Bbs%5D=bs)
- [Minor](/?program_type%5Bminor%5D=minor)
### [ Chemical Engineering M.S. ](/academics/programs/chemical-engineering-ms)
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### [ Computer Information Systems (CIS) B.S. / Minor ](/academics/programs/computer-information-systems)
- [Bachelor of Science](/?program_type%5Bbs%5D=bs)
### [ Digital Marketing and Analytics M.S. ](/academics/programs/digital-marketing-analytics-ms)
- [Master of Science](/?program_type%5Bms%5D=ms)
### [ Economics BA, B.S. / Minor ](/academics/programs/economics)
- [Bachelor of Science](/?program_type%5Bbs%5D=bs)
- [Bachelor of Arts](/?program_type%5Bba%5D=ba)
- [Minor](/?program_type%5Bminor%5D=minor)
### [ Environmental Engineering Minor ](/academics/programs/environmental-engineering-minor)
- [Minor](/?program_type%5Bminor%5D=minor)
### [ Finance B.S. / Minor ](/academics/programs/finance)
- [Bachelor of Science](/?program_type%5Bbs%5D=bs)
- [Minor](/?program_type%5Bminor%5D=minor)
### [ Financial Analytics M.S. ](/academics/programs/financial-analytics-ms)
- [Master of Science](/?program_type%5Bms%5D=ms)
### [ Management B.S. / Minor ](/academics/programs/management)
- [Bachelor of Science](/?program_type%5Bbs%5D=bs)
- [Minor](/?program_type%5Bminor%5D=minor)
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---
title: "https://inside.manhattan.edu/offices/public-safety/Active Shooter"
url: "/offices/public-safety/active-shooter"
type: page
date: 2026-03-23
updated: 2026-05-28
---
# https://inside.manhattan.edu/offices/public-safety/Active Shooter
## Active Shooter Preparedness
Everyone at Manhattan University should be familiar with how to respond to an active shooter incident, whether on or off campus. Be prepared, have a plan and review the University’s Emergency Response Guide along with the active shooter resources from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
### Active Shooter Response Resources
Review the following preparedness guides and reference materials:
- **Active Shooter Response Poster**
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[active\_shooter\_poster.pdf](/sites/default/files/media/2026-04/active_shooter_poster.pdf) (763.19 KB)
- **Active Shooter Response Booklet**
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[DOH Active\_Shooter\_Booklet.pdf](/sites/default/files/media/2026-04/DOH%20Active_Shooter_Booklet.pdf) (984.55 KB)
- **Active Shooter Response Pocket Card**
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[active\_shooter\_pocket\_card.pdf](/sites/default/files/media/2026-04/active_shooter_pocket_card.pdf) (228.18 KB)
- **Active Shooter Quick Guide**
Document
[FBI Active Shooter Event Quick Reference Guide\_2015-1.pdf](/sites/default/files/media/2026-04/FBI%20Active%20Shooter%20Event%20Quick%20Reference%20Guide_2015-1.pdf) (174.2 KB)
- **Manhattan University Emergency Response Guide**
Document
[MC Emergency Response Guide.pdf](/sites/default/files/media/2026-04/MC%20Emergency%20Response%20Guide.pdf) (621.38 KB)
### Run. Hide. Fight.
The following video was produced by the City of Houston Office of Public Safety and Homeland Security. It provides information on actions you can take if you find yourself in an active shooter situation.
**Viewer discretion is advised:** The video presents realistic material, contains graphic images and may be disturbing to some viewers.
[Embedded Video](https://live-manhattan-www.pantheonsite.io/media/oembed?url=https%3A//www.youtube.com/watch%3Fv%3D5VcSwejU2D0&max_width=0&max_height=0&hash=kWUAYkGuNDzXQBmds9E3G1bCdsS5_LYYNW1lK8kf-4M)
*Run Hide Fight® is a registered trademark of the City of Houston. The Run. Hide. Fight.® video is Copyright © 2012 City of Houston.*
---
---
title: "Student-Athlete Academic Success Services"
url: "/academics/academics-support/student-athlete-academic-success-services"
type: page
date: 2026-03-23
updated: 2026-06-10
---
# Student-Athlete Academic Success Services
# Student-Athlete Academic Success Services
The mission of the Manhattan University Student-Athlete Academic Success Services (SAASS) is to provide student-athletes with the resources and direction needed to achieve their academic goals. Through a range of services including tutoring ([Jasper Connect](https://manhattan.starfishsolutions.com/starfish-ops/)) and the [Jasper Jumpstart](https://inside.manhattan.edu/academic-resources/student-athlete-success/programming.php) program, student-athletes are better able to transition to employment or continued studies after graduation.
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### NCAA Division I Progress-Toward-Degree Requirements
SAASS staff constantly monitors each student-athlete's academic eligibility according to NCAA Division I standards. If a student-athlete becomes academic ineligible, they may practice and receive aid, but may not compete in any competitions. [View the full list of NCAA requirements. ](https://www.ncaa.org/sports/2021/2/10/student-athletes-current-staying-track-graduate.aspx)
### Freshman-Transfer Adjustment Meetings
All freshmen and transfer student-athletes will be required to meet with their assigned SAASS staff member on a bi-weekly basis during their first semester at Manhattan University. These meetings are designed to help each student-athlete transition to the academic requirements of Manhattan University.
### Student-Athlete Success Meetings
All student-athletes with a cumulative grade point average of 2.59 and below are required to meet with their assigned SAASS staff member on a weekly basis throughout the semester.
### Priority Registration
Each semester, the first day of class registration is open to all senior students and senior student-athletes. All other student-athletes will register for classes on the second day of registration. This ensures student-athletes can enroll in courses compatible with their practice and travel schedule.
## Programming
### Study Hall
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Both incoming Freshmen and Transfer students are required to complete three hours of study hall per week for the first semester. Continuing students with a 2.59 and below are required to complete three hours of study hall per week as well. Incoming students have their first semester to meet the study hall requirements of SAASS and their team policy to test out of study hall. Study Hall is to be completed in the SAASS Study Hall Room **(O'Malley 103)**. A one (1) hour MINIMUM is required each time you sign in. The following activities will count toward study hall hours:
- [Tutor Appointment](/academics/academics-support/center-for-academic-success/tutoring-services "Tutoring Services")
- Writing Center Appointments
- SI Sessions
### Academic Meetings
SAASS staff meets with all incoming freshmen and transfer student-athletes to ensure they transition successfully into the university. Transfers who are doing well when midterm grades are posted, no longer need to meet. SAASS staff meets with all at-risk continuing student-athletes who have an earned cumulative gpa of a 2.39 and below on a **weekly** basis. SAASS staff meets with all at-risk student-athletes who have an earned cumulative GPA between a 2.4-2.59 on a **bi-weekly** basis. Any student-athlete who likes the structure of the meetings, they are able to still meet with their advisor.
## Events
### Breakfast with the Stars
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Each Spring semester, in collaboration with Student-Athlete Advisory Committee, the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics will recognize and honor student-athletes who excel in the classroom at our annual Breakfast for the Stars.
###
Jasper Jumpstart
Jasper Jumpstart is a comprehensive student-athlete development program designed to enhance their experience. The initiative includes four main areas: student-athlete orientation, academic support, life skills, and health and wellness. The overall goals of the program are to promote success in the classroom, encourage a positive lifestyle, and prepare student-athletes for life after athletics.
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---
title: "Campus Crime Statistics"
url: "/offices/public-safety/campus-crime-statistics"
type: page
date: 2026-03-23
updated: 2026-05-28
---
# Campus Crime Statistics
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# Campus Crime Statistics
For nationwide college campus crime statistics, visit [The United States Department of Education data tool](https://ope.ed.gov/campussafety/#/).
To see the specific data for our school, view the **Manhattan University campus crime statistics report**.
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title: "Campus Safety"
url: "/student-life/campus-safety"
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date: 2026-03-23
updated: 2026-06-16
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# Campus Safety
Student Life
# Campus Safety
Manhattan University offers a safe campus environment and 24/7 patrol by Public Safety officers.
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**Manhattan University’s campus is secured 24 hours a day, seven days a week by our dedicated Public Safety officers.**
Our Public Safety team patrols campus on foot and by vehicle, so you can be sure that immediate assistance is available if needed. The [Public Safety Office](/offices/public-safety "Public Safety") also works closely with the local police precinct, fire department and emergency medical responders.
The [Office of Public Safety](/offices/public-safety "Public Safety") assists with:
- Investigating safety and security hazards or unusual incidents
- Early-warning text & email alerts about local crime, security threats, and weather emergencies
- Health emergencies/first aid/CPR and AED response
- Fire safety and evacuation
## Safety and Security Systems
Around campus, you’ll see a number of safety and security systems in place that can be used in the event of an emergency. These include:
- **Emergency Blue-Light Systems** - There are emergency call boxes indicated by a blue light in several locations around campus including the Broadway Parking facility and campus pathways between buildings. Pressing the call button opens immediate communication with Public Safety officers.
- **Closed-Circuit Television Systems (CCTV)** - There are a number of CCTVs placed strategically throughout facilities to deter criminal activity and document events for recall.
- **Automated External Defibrillators (AED)** - These devices are used to treat people experiencing sudden cardiac arrest and can be found in various locations around campus.
## Emergency Alerts
The Public Safety Department uses an [emergency messaging system](/offices/public-safety/emergency-alerts "Emergency Alerts") that sends text message and email alerts to ensure that everyone is notified quickly in the event of an emergency. Students can register up to two cell phone numbers and two email addresses. This system is only used in situations that may pose a threat to your safety and/or weather-related events that may interrupt scheduled classes or activities.
## Sexual Violence Prevention
We have a culture of zero tolerance for any form of sexual misconduct on campus. All incoming freshman go through an orientation session where the dean of students discusses the New York State laws about consent and sexual violence. Faculty and staff go through extensive training about preventing sexual harassment and assault.
## More Information
For more details about [campus safety](https://inside.manhattan.edu/offices/public-safety/crime-prevention.php) and [security systems](/offices/public-safety/safety-security-systems "Safety & Security Systems"). Public Safety officers are available 24/7 by calling [718-862-7500](tel:718-862-7500) for non-emergencies or [718-862-7333](tel:718-862-7333) for emergencies.
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title: "Jasper Safe: Neighborhood Safety Program"
url: "/offices/public-safety/jasper-safe-neighborhood-safety-program"
type: page
date: 2026-03-23
updated: 2026-03-30
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# Jasper Safe: Neighborhood Safety Program
Public Safety
# Jasper Safe: Neighborhood Safety Program
Manhattan University strives to provide a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for the University community, as well as its visitors, guests, local residents and businesses. Our goal is to support the Lasallian heritage and educational mission of the University by fostering a sense of respect, cooperation, and ethical behavior.. We are pleased to partner with local businesses in the Riverdale and Kingsbridge area through our JASPER SAFE neighborhood safety program.
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## How does Jasper Safe work?
**Jasper Safe** is a community safety program that embodies the University’s mission through the Department of Public Safety by ensuring a commitment to the safety and welfare of our students, staff, faculty and visitors both on campus and along our campus perimeter.
**Jasper Safe** is a partnership with our local neighborhood businesses to provide a safe haven for students, faculty and staff in the event they feel unsafe at any particular time. Individuals who see a business with a **Jasper Safe** sticker (right) in the entryway will know that this business is a member of this partnership.
Upon entering the business, the individual can inform the business staff that they are a member of the Manhattan University community and need Public Safety’s assistance. The staff will contact the Department of Public Safety to either escort them to campus or ensure their safety by contacting NYPD for further assistance.
## Participating Businesses
The following businesses in the Riverdale and Kingsbridge area participate in the JASPER SAFE program. Many of our participating businesses offer discounts and promotions for our students, faculty and staff. We hope you will support them and support our local, small business owners.
[An Beal Bocht Café](https://www.anbealbochtcafe.com/)
[Artizen NYC](https://www.artizennyc.com/)
[Blackstone Bar & Grill](https://www.blackstonebargrill.com/)
Broadway Joe's Pizza
[Bronx Ale House](https://www.bronxalehouse.com/)
Claudy's Kitchen
[Goodfellas Pizza](https://www.goodfellasbronx.com/)
[Jake's Steakhouse](https://www.jakessteakhouse.com/)
[Jasper Deli](https://www.grubhub.com/restaurant/jaspers-deli-434-w-238th-st-bronx/292189%20)
Jerry's Barbershop
[Kingsbridge Social Club](https://www.kingsbridgesocialclub.com/)
Lava House Café
[Lloyd's Carrot Cake](https://www.lloydscarrotcake.com/)
New Kam Sheng
[New Riverdale Gourmet Deli](https://newriverdalegourmetdeli.com/)
Parkview Sports
[Riverdale Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram](https://www.riverdalechryslerjeep.com/)
[Santa Fe Grill & Bar](https://santafegrillandbar.com/)
[Shamrock Wines and Liquors](https://www.winenme.com/)
[Studio Delaj](https://www.studiodelaj.com/)
[Tortoise and Hare](https://tortoiseharenyc.com/)
## How to join the Jasper Safe program
There is no cost to businesses to join the **Jasper Safe** program! Simply contact . A member of the Public Safety office will be in contact to confirm participation and arrange delivery of a Jasper Safe decal for your storefront window.
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title: "About Us | Counseling & Psychological Services"
url: "/offices/counseling-psychological-services/about-us"
type: page
date: 2026-03-23
updated: 2026-03-30
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# About Us | Counseling & Psychological Services
# About Us
## Carol Ciancutti, M.Ed., LMHC
**Director, Counseling & Psychological Services, Adjunct Professor, Mental Health Counseling Graduate Program**
Carol Ciancutti holds a Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from Manhattan University and a Master’s in Education and Human Development from George Washington University. Her clinical practice is grounded in a holistic, trauma-informed approach that integrates EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, and narrative therapy.
She has supported individuals navigating trauma, substance use, and mental health challenges in a variety of settings, including university counseling centers, community recovery programs, private practice, and hospital-based sexual assault advocacy. Carol is a certified facilitator in both QPR Suicide Prevention and Mental Health First Aid.
Before joining Manhattan University, she led the substance use program at The Doe Fund and served as a therapist at the Educational Alliance’s Center for Recovery and Wellness. She has also designed an experiential leadership program as a program director and community liaison at Leaders’ Quest. Carol serves on the board of CONNECT, a nonprofit dedicated to ending interpersonal violence.
In addition to her clinical leadership, Carol is a passionate advocate and filmmaker. She is the founder of Amaranth Productions and director of Absolutely Safe, a feature-length documentary exploring breast implant safety and informed consent. The film has screened at universities and festivals, and Carol has spoken at institutions including Harvard University, the University of Chicago, and Oberlin College. Her work earned her recognition as a Women’s Health Hero by Our Bodies Ourselves. She is a member of New York Women in Film and Television.
Whether working with students, mentoring future counselors, or amplifying underrepresented stories through film, Carol is committed to creating spaces for healing, equity, and meaningful connection.
## Christin Nedumchira, Psy.D.
**Staff Psychologist, Counseling & Psychological Services**
Christin Nedumchira Psy.D., is a licensed clinical psychologist. She earned an undergraduate degree in computer applications from Stella Maris College in Chennai, India, and a B.S. in interdisciplinary studies from NYIT. Dr. Nedumchira graduated from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in 2010 with a doctorate in clinical psychology (Psy.D.). She completed her internship and post-doctoral training at the Karen Horney Clinic. She is a graduate of the psychoanalytic psychotherapy program at the American Institute for Psychoanalysis and worked as a therapist at the Karen Horney Clinic prior to arriving at the Manhattan University Counseling Center. Nedumchira has experience working with children, adolescents and adults from various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. She has worked in various settings including psychiatric hospitals, outpatient clinics and college counseling centers. Her clinical experience includes working with issues related to anxiety, depression, trauma and interpersonal relationships, and utilizing various treatment modalities including individual, group and family therapy, as well as intake assessments and psychological testing. Nedumchira works from a psychodynamic framework, focusing on exploring and understanding clients’ concerns, and examining the impact of past and present experiences on clients’ functioning. She utilizes psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral techniques to assist clients in alleviating symptoms and changing ways of functioning. Her areas of interest include transitional issues, identity development, issues related to adjustment and acculturation (homesickness, culture shock etc.), and multicultural issues.
## Taylor Rosenblum, LMHC
**Staff Clinician, Counseling & Psychological Services**
Taylor Rosenblum is a mental health counselor who believes that therapy can provide a space to pause, reflect, and explore one’s life with compassion and curiosity. She holds dual master’s degrees in clinical psychology and mental health counseling from Teachers College, Columbia University and Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology. Taylor practices from a relational framework, drawing from acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), psychodynamic, and person-centered approaches. She is committed to meeting students where they’re at and creating a safe, trusting environment in which each individual's concerns can be explored.
She has worked in private practice and outpatient settings with individuals navigating life transitions, relationship challenges, chronic illness, identity struggles, anxiety, and depression. As a former collegiate athlete, she also has a special interest in supporting athletes as they face unique challenges such as injury, shifting identities, team dynamics, and transition out of athletics.
Taylor approaches this work by collaborating with clients to explore what matters most, gain insight into their experiences, and take meaningful steps toward living in a way that feels more grounded and fulfilling.Taylor sees the heart of therapy as the relationship itself. By bringing presence, curiosity, and compassion into her work, she supports students in exploring their lives and moving forward in ways that feel genuine and meaningful to them.
## Br. Vincent Reese, LCSW
**Staff Clinician, Counseling & Psychological Services**
Br. Vincent is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. He is a volunteer clinician in the Counseling Center with many years of experience in the field of mental health. Br. Vincent was a counselor at St. Raymond High School for Boys, and a school social worker in Resurrection School in Harlem. He also served as Associate Director of Clinic and Community Services at La Salle School in Albany NY. Br. Vincent works with students to identify theirstrengths and values. Br. Vincent assists students in navigating the challenges of college life.
## Akeem Baird
**Athletic Liaison, Counseling & Psychological Services**
Akeem Baird, originally from Guyana migrated to New York at a young age. Growing up in Queens, he developed a love and passion for the game of basketball. Basketball is how he learned the importance of discipline, work ethic, consistency and mental strength. Playing in High School and then walking as a Division 3 player at a local city college. Akeem then went on to attend John Jay College, where he majored in Forensic psychology and minored in counseling. John Jay was where he was introduced to psychology and human behavior. After working in various industries such as marketing, higher education and sports he attended Columbia University and graduated with a Master’s degree in Sports Management. This degree allowed him to meet with numerous professional athletes and sports executives. The takeaway from these interactions was that there is a NEED for mental health professionals in athletics. This led him to Manhattan University where he is currently a graduate student in his final semester pursuing a Masters of Science in Mental Health Counseling. With his current role as Athletic Liaison at Manhattan University his goal is to become a staple in athletic mental health and create initiatives and wellness programs which can assist student athletes, helping them to have the most rewarding experience in their collegiate careers and all endeavors they choose to pursue after.
## Timothy Bustle, LMSW
**Staff Clinician, Counseling & Psychological Services**
Timothy graduated with a Bachelors in Forensic Psychology from John Jay College of Criminal Justice. His interest in working with college students began at John Jay, where he was a part of their peer counseling program. Shortly after, he attained his Masters of Social Work graduate degree from Columbia School of Social Work, in the Advanced Clinical, Health and Mental Health focus.
Timothy began his social work career working in prison re-entry/court advocacy at Getting Out and Staying Out (GOSO), where he developed his trauma informed clinical skills, while providing community resources that led to more beneficial outcomes for those with open court cases in NYC criminal courts, as well as Federal courts. Timothy then took on a therapy role working with LGBTQIA+ and HIV positive adults in mental health outpatient, at Housing Works, Cylar House site. It is here that he was able to provide support to adults with chronic substance use, persistent mental health challenges and high risk behavior. Most recently he developed and managed a dropout prevention program at a public high school in Harlem, via the Columbia Achievement Initiative, before joining Manhattan University. In this role, he provided wrap-around resources and mental health triage to all students at the Urban Assembly School for Performing Arts, in order to increase likelihood of timely graduation.
Timothy brings a trauma informed and mental health focused approach to support each population he works with. He believes that each person is unique and requires a relational and holistic approach to individualize mental health support.
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title: "Pathways from Associate Degree to Bachelor Degree"
url: "/admissions/transfer/pathways-associate-bachelors"
type: page
date: 2026-03-24
updated: 2026-03-24
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# Pathways from Associate Degree to Bachelor Degree
# Pathways from Associate Degree to Bachelor's Degree
Ensure a shared and meaningful learning experience as a Manhattan University student with these associate degree to bachelor degree pathways that recognize the value of the earned Associate Degree and encourage a breadth of study, possibly allowing double majors or minors for incoming transfer students.
## SUNY Westchester Community College
This pathway is for qualified students with a 2.5 GPA or better who have earned a 64-credit associate degree from SUNY Westchester Community College.
**Highlights:**
- Guaranteed admissions into a B.A. or B.S. program in the School of Liberal Arts or O’Malley School of Business at Manhattan University and transfer with Junior standing
- A maximum of 64 credits will be applied toward the completion of the articulated B.A. or B.S. degree
- Students will receive a transfer credit evaluation at the time of admission, following Manhattan University’s transfer credit policies to determine the appropriate MU degree plan needed for the B.A. or B.S.
**Pathway Program and Degrees:**
Sixty credits will be accepted for students enrolling in Manhattan University’s School of Liberal Arts (variety of majors) or O’Malley’s School of Business (Management or Marketing majors).
## City University of New York (CUNY)
This pathway is for qualified students who have earned a 64 credit associate degree from CUNY.
**Highlights:**
- Guaranteed admissions into a B.A. or B.S. program in the School of Liberal Arts at Manhattan University
- 64 credits will be applied toward the completion of the articulated B.A. degree (contingent on completion of CUNY Common Core requirements and final review by the SoLA Office of the Dean)
- Students will receive a transfer credit evaluation at the time of admission following Manhattan University’s transfer credit policies to determine the appropriate MU degree plan needed for the B.A. or B.S.
**Pathway Program and Degrees:**
Sixty credits will be accepted for students enrolling in Manhattan University’s School of Liberal Arts with various major options.
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title: "Aid, Scholarships and Grants"
url: "/admissions/financial-aid/loans-grants/scholarships-and-grants"
type: page
date: 2026-03-24
updated: 2026-05-22
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# Aid, Scholarships and Grants
Admissions & Aid
# Aid, Scholarships and Grants
Manhattan University funds a variety of scholarship and grant programs that are awarded to eligible students. Please note that institutional aid is awarded based on full-time undergraduate resident status.
**Students must be enrolled in at least 12 undergraduate credits toward their degree.** When a student changes residency status from resident to commuter, their budget will be updated, resulting in the loss of their need-based aid. The merit scholarship will remain the same. **The Office of Financial Aid Administration strongly urges all students** who are considering moving off campus to speak with a financial aid counselor prior to making a residency change to see if and/or how your financial aid could change.
All students are automatically considered for need-based grants and our merit-based scholarships, which are awarded for academic excellence. To apply for talent scholarships in athletics, performing arts, or another specialty, additional application materials are required.
In addition to institutional aid, we can help you find federal, state, and private aid programs that can help you manage the cost of attending Manhattan University. Scholarships and grants do not need to be paid back.
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Federal Grants ## Federal Grants
The federal government offers several grants available to eligible students.
#### Pell Grant
Federal Pell Grants are awarded to undergraduate students who have not yet earned a bachelor's or a professional degree. Pell Grants are based on financial need as demonstrated on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
[Pell Grant Information](https://studentaid.gov/understand-aid/types/grants/pell)
#### TEACH Grant
The TEACH Grant program provides grants to students who intend to teach in public or private elementary or secondary schools that serve students from low-income families.
[TEACH Grant Information](https://studentaid.gov/teach-grant-program)
#### Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant
The FSEOG is for undergraduates with exceptional financial need; students who receive Federal Pell Grants have priority. FSEOGs are awarded by a university's financial aid office based on information in the FAFSA.
[FSEOG Grant Information](https://studentaid.gov/understand-aid/types/grants/fseog)
Need-Based ## Need-Based Grants
**Manhattan University awards need-based aid to students who demonstrate financial need.**
As with all types of need-based aid, these awards are renewed annually and adjusted in line with changes on the FAFSA. These awards are given for a maximum of four years (eight semesters). Need-based aid recipients must maintain satisfactory academic progress, full-time enrollment, file FAFSA annually and on time, and comply with any verification requests. Overcredits, most study abroad courses, intersession, and/or summer courses are not included with these grants and/or awards.
Manhattan University Grants, which are mission-related, need-based awards for full-time undergraduate students, are given at the discretion of the Admissions & Financial Aid Committee.
Merit Scholarships ## Merit Scholarships
Non-need based scholarships are awarded to applicants who have demonstrated extraordinary accomplishments.
Eligibility for these scholarships is based on a variety of accomplishments such as exceptional SAT or ACT scores, grade point average, volunteer and community involvement, extra-curricular accomplishments and class rank. All students who are accepted into Manhattan University are automatically considered for these scholarships. No additional application is required.
If you receive one of these scholarships, you will be eligible to receive the scholarship for four years of undergraduate study (eight semesters), as long as you are enrolled in a minimum of 12 credits at Manhattan University and maintain at least a cumulative 3.0 grade point average. Awards are subject to change if your residency status changes while attending Manhattan University.
### #### Trustee Scholarship
The Trustee Scholarship is awarded to highly qualified students in the top 5% of the Manhattan University applicant pool.
### #### Presidential Scholarships
Presidential Scholarships are awarded to highly qualified students in the top 15% of the Manhattan University applicant pool. As a Presidential Scholar, you are invited to join the Honors Enrichment Program.
### #### Dean’s Awards
Dean's Awards are granted to those in the top 25% of the Manhattan University applicant pool who have demonstrated outstanding extracurricular accomplishments throughout high school.
### #### Chancellor’s Awards
Chancellor’s Awards will be awarded at the discretion of the Scholarship Committee. These are awarded to students with high academic performance, leadership ability and extracurricular involvement.
### #### Provost Award
The Provost Award will be awarded at the discretion of the Scholarship Committee. These are awarded to students with high academic performance, leadership ability and extracurricular involvement. If you receive one of these scholarships, you will be eligible to receive the scholarship for four years of undergraduate study (eight semesters), as long as you are enrolled in a minimum of 12 credits at Manhattan University and maintain at least a cumulative 2.0 grade point average.
### #### Liberal Arts Award
This award is based on academic achievement and demonstrable financial need for students who intend to enroll in the School of Liberal Arts only. The award is granted at the discretion of the Admissions and Financial Aid Committee upon admission to the College. This award cannot be renewed/granted if a student chooses a major outside of the School of Liberal Arts after initial acceptance. If you receive one of these scholarships, you will be eligible to receive the scholarship for four years of undergraduate study (eight semesters), as long as you are enrolled in a minimum of 12 credits at Manhattan University and maintain at least a cumulative 2.0 grade point average.
### #### Business Scholar’s Award
This award is based on academic achievement and demonstrable financial need for students who intend to enroll in the School of Business only. The award is granted at the discretion of the Admissions and Financial Aid Committee upon admission to the University. This award cannot be renewed/granted if a student chooses a major outside of the School of Business after initial acceptance. If you receive one of these scholarships, you will be eligible to receive the scholarship for four years of undergraduate study (eight semesters), as long as you are enrolled in a minimum of 12 credits at Manhattan University and maintain at least a cumulative 2.0 grade point average.
### #### Engineering Award
This award is based on academic achievement and demonstrable financial need for students who intend to enroll in the School of Engineering only. The award is granted at the discretion of the Admissions and Financial Aid Committee upon admission to the College. This award cannot be renewed/granted if a student chooses a major outside of the School of Engineering after initial acceptance. If you receive one of these scholarships, you will be eligible to receive the scholarship for four years of undergraduate study (eight semesters), as long as you are enrolled in a minimum of 12 credits at Manhattan University and maintain at least a cumulative 2.0 grade point average.
### #### Education Award
This scholarship is based on academic achievement and demonstrable financial need for students who intend to enroll in the Kakos School of Arts and Sciences only. The award is granted at the discretion of the Admissions and Financial Aid Committee upon admission to the University. This award cannot be renewed/granted if a student chooses a major outside of the School of Education and Health after initial acceptance. If you receive one of these scholarships, you will be eligible to receive the scholarship for four years of undergraduate study (eight semesters), as long as you are enrolled in a minimum of 12 credits at Manhattan University and maintain at least a cumulative 2.0 grade point average.
### #### Science Scholar’s Award
This award is based on academic achievement and demonstrable financial need for students who intend to enroll in the science-based program only. The award is granted at the discretion of the Admissions and Financial Aid Committee upon admission to the University. This award cannot be renewed/granted if a student chooses a major outside of the School of Science after initial acceptance. If you receive one of these scholarships, you will be eligible to receive the scholarship for four years of undergraduate study (eight semesters), as long as you are enrolled in a minimum of 12 credits at Manhattan University and maintain at least a cumulative 2.0 grade point average.
For Veterans ## Yellow Ribbon Program for Veterans
Manhattan University participates in the Veterans Affairs Yellow Ribbon GI Education Enhancement Program (Yellow Ribbon Program) to assist with funding tuition expenses for military veterans.
This tuition-benefit program includes both undergraduate and graduate study and either full- or part-time enrollment.
### Benefit at Manhattan University
- The Department of Veterans Affairs will match at the same amount up to 50% of the difference between the student’s tuition benefit and the total cost of tuition and fees.
- Including GI Bill-based assistance, admitted Yellow Ribbon Program-qualified undergraduate veterans can attend Manhattan University at no out-of-pocket cost.
- Participation in the Yellow Ribbon Program precludes the student from being eligible for any other institutional awards.
- Yellow Ribbon Program award amounts are based on per-credit-hour tuition and allowable fees.
- Once eligible, a student remains so throughout their education as long as they remain in good academic standing and have remaining entitlement with the VA.
- Visit the [VA’s Yellow Ribbon Program](http://benefits.va.gov/gibill/) page for additional information and other benefits.
### How To Apply
If eligible, students should apply for benefits under the Post-9/11 GI Bill with the Department of Veterans Affairs upon acceptance. Obtain your Yellow Ribbon Certificate of Eligibility from the VA. You can do this by contacting them at 1-888-GIBILL1 (1-888-442-4551) or online at the [VA website](http://benefits.va.gov/gibill/). Upon completion of the application, you will receive a Certificate of Eligibility advising you if your service meets the requirements for the Yellow Ribbon Program.
After proceeding with an application for admission to Manhattan University, please forward your Certificate of Eligibility to Adeline Newman at . The University will receive direct payment from the Department of Veterans Affairs in the amount of both the GI Bill Benefit (Ch. 33) as well as the Yellow Ribbon Program matching portion.
Special Scholarships ## Talent & Special Scholarships
Special scholarships are offered to students who have demonstrated exceptional talents and/or leadership in their high school or community.
Due to the competitive nature of these scholarships, you will have to interview or audition, and submit additional application materials. Once awarded, these scholarships are offered for four years, as long as you maintain academic eligibility, in addition to the specific conditions of the scholarship.
### #### Athletic Scholarships
For students recruited to participate on one of Manhattan University’s Division I athletic teams, there is the possibility of an athletic scholarship.
- These students must be deemed admissible by our traditional academic standards.
- Athletic scholarships and their amounts are determined exclusively by the Athletic Department.
- These scholarships are renewable, subject to a student remaining academically eligible, and in accordance with specific conditions determined by the Athletic Department.
### #### Performing Arts Scholarship
The Performing Arts Scholarship is available to talented students who have been accepted into the freshman class and demonstrate exceptional ability in the area of instrumental or vocal music. Auditions are required to be considered for a Performing Arts Scholarship.
### Consideration and Continued Eligibility Criteria:
- Applicants must be able to read music and have experience in choir, orchestral, band or chamber music settings.
- Applicants must appear for an audition conducted by a panel of performing arts faculty.
- Applicants must submit the application form below.
- Scholarship awards are contingent upon holding membership in a minimum of two performing arts ensembles. Awards are dispensed each semester, and are renewable upon satisfactory evaluation by the ensemble director. Criteria such as punctuality, attendance, leadership skills, and progressive musical development, as well as remaining in good academic standing, are critical to successful evaluation.
- The award is $2,000 per year and will be renewed each year (for a maximum of four years), so long as the student maintains satisfactory participation in the University ensembles.
### Audition Guidelines:
- Applicants must prepare two musical selections of contrasting styles and/or periods.
- Instrumental students will be required to play a two-octave major and minor scale chosen by the panel.
- Vocalists should be prepared to sing one of the musical selections in a language other than English.
- Both vocalists and instrumentalists will be given a short selection to sight-read.
Each applicant is required to appear for an in-person audition. After completing the application for the Performing Arts Scholarship, the Director of Performing Arts will reach out to you to schedule an audition appointment. Under certain circumstances, a virtual audition may be considered. Please contact Andrew Bauer at for more information.
[Apply for a Performing Arts Scholarship](https://manhattancollege.formstack.com/forms/performing_arts_scholarship_application)
### #### Jasper Dancers and Cheerleaders
The Manhattan University Jasper Dancers are a Division 1 University Dance Team that compete both locally and nationally in the styles of Jazz and Hip Hop. The Jasper Dancers are 2019 National Champions in the NDA Division 1 Hip Hop category. Additionally, the team performs at all home men’s and women’s basketball games, and are active members of the Jasper community. For tryout information, please email their Head Coach - [jasperdancers@manhattan.edu.](mailto:jasperdancers@manhattan.edu)
The Manhattan Cheer team performs at all home men's and women's basketball games, along with a number of ancillary events, both on and off campus, throughout the year. They also travel annually to the MAAC basketball championships in Atlantic City. For tryout information, please email their Head Coach - .
### #### Quadrangle Scholarship
See what it’s like to work in a real newsroom at *The Quadrangle*, where students can take on a number of roles related to the production of the university's newspaper. The Quadrangle is Manhattan University’s weekly student-run newspaper, published by our students for the campus community since 1924.
To apply, incoming first-year students for fall 2024 should submit a letter, via email, expressing your interest in the award and outlining your skills and qualifications, along with no more than two samples of your journalistic work. Application materials should be sent to Dr. Thom Gencarelli, professor in the Communication department, at .
Please submit your application no later than May 1, 2024. Also, please make sure you include your complete contact information, including a phone number and e-mail address, so that we can contact you if you are a finalist. The scholarship committee will review all applications and schedule an interview with the finalists in early June. Scholarship recipients will then be notified of the decision once the review is completed.
### #### ROTC Scholarship
The Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) offers a range of scholarships tailored to different durations and educational stages. These esteemed scholarships cover tuition, authorized fees, a monthly stipend, and a textbook allowance.
[Available ROTC Scholarships](https://www.afrotc.com/scholarships/high-school/types/)
Endowed Scholarships ## Endowed Scholarships
Endowed and special category scholarships are awarded to students based on specific eligibility requirements, which vary per scholarship. These awards are given for a maximum of four years (eight semesters).
The [Department of English, World Languages, and Literatures](/academics/kakos/departments/english-world-lang-lit "Department of English, World Languages and Literatures") sponsors two new memorial scholarships—each thoughtfully designed to reflect the passions, values, and teaching philosophies of Professors Rodney RodrÃguez and Brother Patrick Horner.
The **Rodney RodrÃguez Memorial Scholarship** is a restricted fund that supports a Spanish major or minor studying in a Spanish-speaking country. The award carries forward Rodney's belief that transformative learning happens through cultural exchange and global engagement.
[Support the **Rodney RodrÃguez Memorial Scholarship**](https://connect.manhattan.edu/rodriguezscholarship)
The **Brother Patrick Horner Memorial Scholarship** celebrates the legacy of this cherished English professor known for his love of literature and his gift for helping students discover their voice. The scholarship supports English majors pursuing the discipline he treasured. Beginning as a restricted fund—with the long-term goal of becoming endowed—the award reflects Brother Horner’s commitment to fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and a deep appreciation for the written word.
NY Aid Programs ## New York State Grant & Aid Programs
Residents of New York State who attend university in New York State may be eligible for financial aid funded by the State. Information about specific programs is listed below. Additionally, visit the [NYS Higher Education Services Corporation (HESC) website](https://www.hesc.ny.gov/) for further information about paying for university in New York State.
### Tuition Assistance Program (TAP)
The New York State Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) helps eligible New York residents pay tuition at approved schools in New York State. Because TAP is a grant, it does not have to be paid back. You can view the documents needed as well as the filing instructions [for the TAP Program](/admissions/financial-aid/scholarships-and-grants/tap "Tuition Assistance Program (TAP)"). NYS TAP for Dream Act Students should fill out a separate application [here](https://www.hesc.ny.gov/pay-for-college/apply-for-financial-aid/nys-tap.html#horizontalTab2).
[TAP Information](https://www.hesc.ny.gov/pay-for-college/apply-for-financial-aid/nys-tap.html)
### Other Scholarships & Grants
New York State also offers many other assistance programs for qualified state residents who meet specific eligibility requirements.
[Available NYS Scholarships & Grants](https://www.hesc.ny.gov/pay-for-college/financial-aid/types-of-financial-aid.html#horizontalTab2)
### Higher Education Opportunity Program (HEOP)
HEOP provides supportive services and financial aid to New York state residents who meet specific academic and financial criteria, and attend independent universities and universities in New York state. HEOP at Manhattan University enables motivated students who lack adequate preparation and financial resources to attend university to pursue a degree and includes a range of support services to help students succeed academically and socially.
[HEOP Information](http://www.highered.nysed.gov/kiap/colldev/HEOP/)
#### Collegiate Science & Technology Entry Program (CSTEP)
CSTEP seeks to increase the number of students from underrepresented groups who are pursuing professional licensure and careers in mathematics, science, technology, and health-related fields. The program offers state-funded assistance for students who meet specific academic and financial criteria and who major in a STEM-related field. The CSTEP program at Manhattan University provides support services to help students succeed academically and socially.
[CSTEP Information](http://www.highered.nysed.gov/kiap/colldev/CollegiateScienceandTechnologyEntryProgram.htm)
Private Scholarships ## Private Scholarships
Outside, private scholarships are available through a number of outside, third-party organizations. These awards are considered part of your financial aid package and federal regulations require this information be reported to the University. Substantial funding from outside scholarships may impact your awards. Award adjustments can vary from the reduction of loan offers to a decrease in other institutional aid offered. Please contact the Office of Financial Aid Administration if you anticipate getting an outside scholarship.
To assist students who want to apply for outside scholarships, we maintain a blog with new scholarship posted on a routine basis.
[View Available Scholarships](http://jaspersfinaid.blogspot.com/)
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## Prepare for the Real World
At Manhattan University, your education is built around who you are and where you want to go. Whether you’re ready to apply or just starting to explore, take the next step when you’re ready — we’re here to help.
[Apply Today](/admissions/apply)
[Visit Manhattan University](/admissions/visit)
[Request Information](/admissions/undergraduate/request-information)
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title: "International Student Requirements"
url: "/admissions/international/requirements"
type: page
date: 2026-03-24
updated: 2026-05-12
---
# International Student Requirements
International Admissions
# Undergraduate International Student Requirements
**Our location in New York, America's most international city, combined with our family-like community and small campus, makes Manhattan University an ideal location for international students.**
Thank you for considering Manhattan University. We appreciate the effort it takes for international students and their families to navigate the school-choice process and we are here to assist. Completed international applications can receive a decision and a scholarship award within five days of submission.
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## Application Checklist
Please note that while the Manhattan University International Admissions Office typically makes admission decisions on completed applications within one week, you may experience a significantly longer wait time to secure a student visa appointment in your home country. It is essential that you receive your admission letter and Form I-20 as early as possible.
Therefore, we strongly advise you to submit all application checklist items below promptly, with particular attention to the documents listed in Item 5.
**International students must provide the following:**
**1. Completed Application**
Complete and sign the application for admission.
[Apply to Manhattan University](/apply)
**2. Application Fee**
There is a $75 non-refundable application fee.
**3. Official Transcripts**
Applicants must submit an official secondary/high school transcript indicating courses completed and grades.
Transfer students must submit official college transcript(s) from all previously attended colleges/universities.
TEC(formerly SpanTran) has created a custom application for Manhattan University that will make sure you select the right kind of evaluation at a discounted rate.
[TEC Application for Manhattan University](https://spanside.my.salesforce-sites.com/SpantranApplication?Id=1ae943fc-f0d6-41e1-9d9d-4a05bc95cbff)
**4. Proof of English Language Ability**
**Non-native English speakers are required to demonstrate their English proficiency. This can be done in the following ways:**
- TOEFL iBT-80
- TOEFL SHE- 80
- IELTS-6.5
- DUOLINGO-110
- SAT EBRW-550
- CEFR-Common European Framework of Reference- C1
- Successful completion of a US high school (all four years)
**Or**
- One year of Full-Time Study in a US Community College or University
- General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE): A or B in English from the British-based Exam Board
- International Baccalaureate (IB) Grade 5 at the Higher-Level English
- PTE (Person Test of English)- 60
*If the primary language of your university or college program was English, you may qualify for a waiver.*
**Criteria for exempt applicants:**
- If the applicant attended one academic year of study at a university or college in a country where English is the first official language (does not include IELP programs)
- If the applicant is currently enrolled at a U.S. institution and has completed a 100-level (or equivalent) English Composition course and at least 12 credit hours of 100-level (or equivalent) courses
- If the applicant was educated in one of these countries
**5. Other Essential Documents**
- Copy of Passport
- Certificate of Financial Responsibility (CFR)/Affidavit of Support
- Bank Statement
## Scholarships
If you are an international student, you could be eligible for scholarships to help pay for the cost of your undergraduate education at Manhattan University.
The amount of scholarship varies up to $15,000 per academic year. We do not provide full academic scholarships.
Your eligibility for scholarships depends on your academic accomplishments, in addition to other factors.
Students do not need to provide any additional information aside from the completed application to be considered for a scholarship.
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## Prepare for the Real World
At Manhattan University, your education is built around who you are and where you want to go. Whether you’re ready to apply or just starting to explore, take the next step when you’re ready — we’re here to help.
[Apply Today](/admissions/apply)
[Visit Manhattan University](/admissions/visit)
[Request Information](/admissions/undergraduate/request-information)
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---
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title: "Graduate Student Requirements"
url: "/graduate/admissions/graduate-requirements"
type: page
date: 2026-03-24
updated: 2026-06-07
---
# Graduate Student Requirements
Admissions & Aid
# Graduate Requirements & Application Process
The requirements and application process depend on which graduate program you are applying to. Select your intended area of study below for details about the application requirements.
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[](#engineering-requirements)
[School of Engineering
](#engineering-requirements)
View the graduate admission requirements for the School of Engineering.
School of Engineering
[](#kakos-requirements)
[Kakos School of Arts and Sciences
](#kakos-requirements)
View the graduate admission requirements for the Kakos School of Arts and Sciences.
Kakos School of Arts and Sciences
[](#business-requirements)
[O'Malley School of Business
](#business-requirements)
View the graduate admission requirements for the O'Malley School of Business.
O'Malley School of Business
## School of Engineering
### Admission Requirements
- Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or institution acceptable to Manhattan University or from a recognized foreign institution, and should hold a bachelor's degree from an engineering program accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, Inc. The undergraduate degree should be in the same discipline in which applicant is seeking a master's degree. Applicants who possess a bachelor's degree in another engineering or STEM discipline may be required to take prerequisite courses for admission.
- Normally, an undergraduate GPA of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale is required, although other factors are considered.
### Required Documents
Graduate applications are submitted through a centralized application service (CAS) platform. You will need to create a user account to track your application submission. The following documents are required when submitting an application, in addition to a $75 non-refundable application fee.
- [Online Application](/admissions/graduate/apply.php#/deeplink/programSearch/organization/849966733951181996)
- At least one letter of recommendation from an academic or professional source
- Undergraduate Transcript(s)
### Required Documents for International Students
**Transcripts**
- All international applicants who were educated outside of the United States for their undergraduate and/or graduate degree must provide a course-by-course evaluation report (which should be inclusive of your official transcripts) provided by one of the agencies listed on the [NACES website](https://www.naces.org/members).
**English Language Requirement**
Non-native English speakers are required to demonstrate their English proficiency. This can be done in three ways:
- TOEFL iBT (minimum overall score - 4)
- CEFR-Common European Framework of Reference (minimum overall score - B2)
- IELTS (minimum overall score - 6.5)
- Duolingo (minimum overall score - 110 out of 160)
If the primary language of your university or college program was English, you may qualify for a waiver.
## Kakos Schjool of Arts and Sciences
### Application Requirements
- Applicants for master's programs must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or institution.
- Applicants for advanced certificates must hold a bachelor's and a master's degree, both from accredited institutions.
- An undergraduate GPA of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale is required, although other factors may be considered in the admission decision.
- Graduate applications are submitted through a centralized application service (CAS) platform. You will need to create a user account to track your application submission.
### Required Documents
- [Apply Online to Manhattan University](/graduate/admissions/apply)
- Undergraduate Transcript(s) – Unofficial transcripts can be used in order to make an admissions decision. Official college transcripts are required prior to enrollment.
- Personal Statement - Applicants are required to submit a statement that reflects their program interest and personal and professional goals.
- At least one letter of recommendation from a professional reference.
- Current Resume
- $75 Application Fee
### Required Documents for International Students
**Transcripts**
- All international applicants who were educated outside of the United States for their undergraduate and/or graduate degree must provide a course-by-course evaluation report (which should be inclusive of your official transcripts) provided by one of the agencies listed on the [NACES website](https://www.naces.org/members).
**English Language Requirement**
Non-native English speakers are required to demonstrate their English proficiency. This can be done in three ways:
- TOEFL iBT (minimum overall score - 4)
- CEFR-Common European Framework of Reference (minimum overall score - B2)
- IELTS (minimum overall score - 6.5)
- Duolingo (minimum overall score - 110 out of 160)
If the primary language of your university or college program was English, you may qualify for a waiver.
## O'Malley School of Business
### Admission Requirements
**MBA and accelerated online MBA programs**
Applicants applying to the full-time or part time MBA program with concentrations or the accelerated MBA (online) must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or institution.
- **GPA**: Applicants should generally have a cumulative GPA of a least 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale).
- **Resume**: The resume should include examples of academic, co-curricular and extracurricular achievement which can be used to assess personal qualities and ability to complete the program.
- **Recommendations**: Applicants must submit at least one letter of recommendation attesting to the applicant’s intellectual ability, leadership potential and ability to complete the program.
- **No GMAT/GRE Required:** The O’Malley School of Business ***does not*** require standardized test scores for admission. Applicants with a GPA below 3.0 may strengthen their application by submitting a GMAT or GRE score.
### Required Documents
**Graduate applications are submitted through a centralized application service (CAS) platform. You will need to create a user account to track your application submission.**
In addition to a $75 non-refundable application fee, the following documents are required:
- [Online Application](/admissions/graduate/apply.php#/deeplink/programSearch/organization/222176635372676342)
- Undergraduate Transcript(s)
- Official GMAT or GRE (if required)
- Resume
- At least one letter of recommendation
#### 5-Year Program
- Students applying to the [5-Year - Business B.S./MBA](/academics/5-year-programs/mba_5yr-bs-mba-business.php) programs are encouraged to do so during the summer prior to their senior year. This allows for flexibility in MBA course scheduling and gives the applicant time to remedy any deficiencies in their application. Applications from seniors will be accepted.
- No GMAT/GRE Required: The O’Malley School of Business ***does not*** require standardized test scores for admission. Applicants with a GPA below 3.0 may strengthen their application by submitting a GMAT or GRE score.
### Required Documents for International Students
**Transcripts**
- All international applicants who were educated outside of the United States for their undergraduate and/or graduate degree must provide a course-by-course evaluation report (which should be inclusive of your official transcripts) provided by one of the agencies listed on the [NACES website](https://www.naces.org/members).
**English Language Requirement**
Non-native English speakers are required to demonstrate their English proficiency. This can be done in three ways:
- TOEFL iBT (minimum overall score - 4)
- CEFR-Common European Framework of Reference (minimum overall score - B2)
- IELTS (minimum overall score - 6.5)
- Duolingo (minimum overall score - 110 out of 160)
If the primary language of your university or college program was English, you may qualify for a waiver.
## Questions?
For any additional questions about applying for admission to Manhattan University, please call us at (718) 862-8200 or email us at .
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## Prepare for the Real World
At Manhattan University, your education is built around who you are and where you want to go. Whether you’re ready to apply or just starting to explore, take the next step when you’re ready — we’re here to help.
[Apply Today](/admissions/apply)
[Visit Manhattan University](/admissions/visit)
[Request Information](/admissions/undergraduate/request-information)
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---
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title: "Veterans Success Center"
url: "/offices/veterans/success-center"
type: page
date: 2026-03-25
updated: 2026-06-08
---
# Veterans Success Center
Student Life | Veterans Programs
# Veterans Success Center
Opened Fall 2022, the state-of-the-art center features three distinct spaces: a quiet study area, a group meeting room, and a collaborative social space. Equipped with laptops, a textbook lending library, and veteran resource referral materials — conveniently co-located with Career Development, Academic Success, Financial Aid, and the Writing Center.
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This space now serves as a central location for student veterans to spend time together. The on-campus resource is equipped with laptops and work space, a textbook lending library, and access to other learning and veteran resource referral materials. The center is also conveniently located in the same building as Locke's Loft, one of the University's main [dining venue](/student-life/dining "Dining").
The center also serves as the central location for the [Student Veterans Organization](/life-at-manhattan/clubs-organizations/veterans.php) to hold gatherings and spread the word to their community about upcoming events.
## Veteran Services
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[Veterans at Ease ](/offices/veterans/veterans-at-ease)The Veterans at Ease program is dedicated to supporting student veterans return to and thrive in civilian and academic life. As part of the program, you will be invited to participate in an adapted section (RELS 161) of *The Nature and Experience of Religion*, which includes the opportunity to participate in an off-campus four-day stress reduction retreat at a beautiful, relaxed environment, such as the Bahamas. This specific section of the course includes an introduction to yogic theories of mind and to the value of meditation, yoga, and other stress reduction techniques.
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[Student Veterans Organization (SVO) ](/campus-life/clubs-orgs/student-veterans-organization)The Manhattan University Student Veterans Organization (SVO) is a chapter of the national Student Veterans of America. The SVO organizes the 22 Push-Up Challenge for veteran suicide awareness, the Adopt-A-Highway program, Combat Fitness Test, participation in the New York City Veterans Day Parade, and academic panels led by student veterans for the entire student body.
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[Vet-to-Vet Mentoring ](/offices/veterans/veterans-mentoring-program)Every new undergraduate student veteran is paired with a returning student veteran that is enrolled in a similar program of study. The mentor/mentee relationship establishes a bond between vets, encourages involvement in academic and social activities on campus, and, most importantly, helps ease the transition to academic and civilian life. As our student veteran population continues to grow, alumni have enhanced their mentorship roles through participation in fall and spring guest speaker series, and connecting student veterans with opportunities to network. If you are interested in becoming a mentor, contact David Bollert at .
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[Financial Aid Services ](/offices/veterans/financial-aid-services)Manhattan University participates in several national programs that provide educational benefits to military and veterans. For instance, student veterans may be eligible to receive assistance through the [Yellow Ribbon Program](https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill/yellow_ribbon.asp), as well as veteran tuition rewards. Scholarships through Manhattan University and a variety of external sources are also available.
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---
title: "Veterans at Ease"
url: "/offices/veterans/veterans-at-ease"
type: page
date: 2026-03-25
updated: 2026-04-23
---
# Veterans at Ease
# Veterans at Ease
**The Veterans at Ease program is dedicated to supporting student veterans return to and thrive in civilian and academic life.**
As a student veteran at Manhattan University, you will be invited to join our Veterans at Ease Program which aims to:
- Help you successfully transition from the military to civilian/academic life
- Provide you with the avenues to bond with other student veterans on campus
- Facilitate your ability to better manage stress
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As part of the program, you will be invited to participate in an adapted section of The Nature and Experience of Religion (RELS 161)— a course required of all Manhattan University students — which serves as an academic introduction to religion and to some of the different ways religion is experienced in human history. This specific section of the course includes an introduction to yogic theories of mind and to the value of meditation, yoga, and other stress reduction techniques.
The course includes opportunity to participate in a free four-day stress reduction retreat at a relaxing location. The stress-reduction component provides a variety of techniques to facilitate the transition from sympathetic (fight or flight) responses to parasympathetic (relaxation) responses. In other words, you will learn techniques designed to help you manage stress and improve sleeping patterns.
You will have an opportunity to bond with others who know what you have been through. Since the program was established in 2015, many of our student veterans have found this to be a life-changing experience.
Watch a [video from Spectrum News NY1](https://ny1.com/nyc/all-boroughs/health-and-medicine/2015/06/10/yoga-helps-recenter-nation-s-returning-vets) featuring Manhattan University veteran students who participate in the Veterans at Ease program.
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---
title: "Veterans Mentoring Program"
url: "/offices/veterans/veterans-mentoring-program"
type: page
date: 2026-03-25
updated: 2026-04-14
---
# Veterans Mentoring Program
Student Life | Veterans Programs
# Veterans Mentoring Program
Dedicated to supporting student veterans' transition to civilian and academic life. Includes a special adapted section of RELS 161 (The Nature and Experience of Religion) that introduces meditation, yoga, and stress reduction, plus an off-campus four-day retreat at Paradise Island, Bahamas for eligible participants.
Each semester, the SVO (Student Veterans Organization) works in conjunction with the Office of Admissions to partner each new undergraduate student veteran with a returning student veteran that is enrolled in a similar program of study. The mentor/mentee partnership is meant to establish a bond between vets, encourage participation in academic and social activities on campus, and ease the transition to academic and civilian life by being able to seek guidance from a peer that has been through a similar assimilation process.
As the student veteran population continues to grow, the alumni have increased their role as mentors to the current student veterans through participation in our fall and spring guest speaker series, and assisting the graduating student veterans with additional network opportunities.
If you are interested in becoming a mentor for the Student Veterans Organization, please contact David Bollert at .
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*An approved chapter of Student Veterans of America.*
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---
title: "Annual Events"
url: "/life-at-manhattan/annual-events"
type: page
date: 2026-04-02
updated: 2026-05-26
---
# Annual Events
Annual Events Getting Involved
## [Annual Events](/events)
Manhattan University is bursting at the seams with things to do and experience on campus and beyond.
Below are just some of the major events and activities that we host each year. Check out our calendar of events to see what else is happening on campus or to find specific dates.
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Day of Service
The entire campus is invited to participate in the Manhattan University Day of Service where students, faculty and staff give back to our local community by working on volunteer projects for organizations throughout the Bronx. Past projects have included cleaning up Van Cortlandt Park, packing and distributing food through City Harvest and serving seniors at the Serviam Gardens housing community.
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[Family Weekend ](https://inside.manhattan.edu/student-life/student-engagement/family-weekend.php)Mom, Dad and the rest of the family are invited to campus for Family Weekend! Held in September, Family Weekend is three fun-filled days featuring activities throughout campus, a New York Yankees game and a special Mass held in the Chapel on campus.
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[Festival of Lessons & Carols ](https://manhattan.edu/lessons-carols.php)The classic Christmas tradition of Lessons and Carols is held in early December in the Chapel of De La Salle and His Brothers. Arrive early to get a good seat because the Chapel is always filled to capacity for this cherished service which features scripture readings, holiday classics performed by the orchestra and hymns and carols sung by the choral singers. A Festival of Lessons and Carols ends with a beautiful candlelit prayer that illuminates the Chapel.
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Graduation Fair
All graduating seniors are invited to attend the Graduation Fair. During the fair, seniors can take senior portraits, pick up caps and gowns, buy class rings, make a donation to support the class gift, and sign up for Senior Week packages.
Jasper Day of Wellness
Held in the spring semester, Jasper Day of Wellness (JDW) is a full-day of fun centered around your mental and physical health. With no classes scheduled that day, the entire Manhattan University community can participate in activities from fitness classes, playing with puppies, wellness walks, community clean-ups, dance lessons, cooking classes, and more!
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Jasper Jingle
Celebrate the Christmas season and the end of the semester with a formal dinner-dance. Held at an off-campus location, Jasper Jingle is a perfect way celebrate the holidays, bond with your friends and enjoy a night out before finals start.
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Lectures & Guest Speakers
Various academic departments host guest speakers and special lectures on a variety of topics throughout the school year. There are a number of annual lectures, particularly in the School of Liberal Arts, that present different perspectives about a specific theme or topic. Additionally, the Office of Career Pathways hosts career panels where professionals, often Jasper alumni, come speak to students about a certain industry or career track.
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Latinx Fest
Open to all students, Latinx Fest caps off Hispanic Heritage Month and celebrates Latino culture with great food, music and dancing. The Great Room of the Student Commons is transformed into a Latin flavored dance party complete with a DJ and streaming lights.
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Manhattan Madness
The Jaspers basketball season kicks off with Manhattan Madness, a late-night pep rally that feels like a party! Draddy Gym is packed as the student body, also known as the 6th Borough, cheers on the men's and women's basketball teams while the cheerleaders, dance team and pep band all perform to pump up the crowd.
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Mission Month
April is designated as Mission Month when we highlight the hallmarks of our Lasallian heritage that inspire our mission. More than 100 events that are related to our Lasallian mission are highlighted and promoted to the campus community.
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Movies on the Quad
Bring a blanket and cozy up on the Quad with several hundred of your closest friends to watch a movie under the stars! This event happens on Friday nights during the fall semester in August and September. The films shown are new releases that are still playing in theaters.
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Off-Campus Ticketed Events
The Student Engagement Office organizes trips to major events in New York City throughout the year. Better yet, the tickets are typically discounted from what you'd pay at the box office. Events often include Broadway shows and professional sports featuring the Yankees, Mets, Knicks, Rangers and Jets.
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Saturdays in the City
New York City is your backyard! To help you take a bite out of the Big Apple, the Residence Life Office organizes regular excursions into the city. A guided trip to major attractions and landmarks in the world’s most famous city departs every Saturday at noon. No sign-up is required ahead of time, just show up and plan on having fun!
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Senior Week & Commencement
The week leading up to graduation is one of the most memorable for our graduating class. Senior Week includes the Senior Formal, an outdoor party at Gaelic Park, Spring Honors Convocation and tickets to an event off campus. Past events have included a Yankees or Mets game, cosmic bowling, and a boat cruise around the New York Harbor.
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Spring Concert
A student favorite, the Spring Concert is one of the biggest and most memorable events on campus. Nearly the entire student body attends this day full of fun which includes a concert in Draddy Gym as well as a barbecue and a carnival on the Quad. Past performers include the All-American Rejects, T-Pain and Tiesto.
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Spring Fling
Held at the end of spring semester, the Spring Fling is a formal dinner-dance held on a chartered yacht that sails around New York harbor. Enjoy the glamour of New York City sights, including the Manhattan skyline and the Statue of Liberty, while dancing the night away.
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St. Patrick's Day Parade
March in the world's largest St. Patrick's Day Parade! All Manhattan University students are invited to march in the parade alongside the Manhattan University Gaelic Society and the Pipes and Drums band. It's a great opportunity to show your Jasper pride as you march up famed Fifth Avenue past millions of spectators and New York City landmarks including St. Patrick's Cathedral, Central Park and Rockefeller Center.
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Student Engagement & Volunteer Fair
Join a club and discover all the ways you can get involved on campus during the semi-annual Student Engagement and Volunteer Fair. This event is held at the beginning of each spring and fall semester. All of the student clubs and organizations set up information tables to recruit new members and answer questions.
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Student Engagement Lecture Series
Each fall, the Student Engagement Office organizes a lecture series that brings big names to campus. Past lecturers have included Olympian Nastia Liukin, media mogul Bethenny Frankel and Yankees General Manager Brian Cashman.
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50 Days Party
The senior class marks the 50-day countdown to graduation and celebrates students who donated to the senior class gift with the annual 50 Days Party. This event features a DJ and dancing, a senior class toast, giveaways, and of course, an opportunity to celebrate your senior year.
Service Trips ## Service & Community-Based Learning
At Manhattan University, service isn't just an extracurricular activity. We also incorporate service into the classroom to provide our students, and our local community, a more meaningful experience.
### What is community-based learning?
Community-based learning (also known as service learning) is a way of teaching that incorporates meaningful community engagement within an academic course. Our faculty and students work with a local non-profit partner to respond to a specific community need in way that provides an intellectually engaging experience. By participating in a community-based learning course, you will reflect on service in a deep and meaningful way that will give you perspective to more fully understand your role in the community and in society at large.
### Community-based learning at Manhattan University
As our fields of study are diverse, so are the community-based learning courses offered on our campus. Some important components include the following:
- The service is in response to a community-defined need. This may mean placement at the service location (such as tutoring, serving needy populations, or mentoring at-risk youth), or project-based work (such as small business consulting, assistance with grant writing, or creation of advocacy materials).
- The service is to be integral to course learning goals, allowing for deeper understanding of the course content through experiential learning. Course credit is earned not by service alone, but by the learning process gained through service.
- Students critically reflect on their experience through some combination of written course assignments and discussion of the experience and how it relates to the coursework.
**Example Courses**
The following are a selection of community-based learning courses and projects:
- **Urban America and Catholic Social Teaching (RELS 205):** taught by Lois Harr; students work with various partners in the Bronx community.
- **Environmental Politics (GOVT 233):** taught by Pamela Chasek; students prepare a report for The Nature Conservancy.
- **Criminal Justice Ethics (RELS 399):** taught by Andrew Skotnicki; students work with inmates at Riker’s Island.
**Practicing Empowerment (SOC 319):** taught by Margaret Groarke; students work with Northwest Bronx Coalition.
### More Information
Visit the [Inside Manhattan website](https://inside.manhattan.edu/index.php) for more information about [community-based learning](https://inside.manhattan.edu/academic-resources/community-engaged-learning/index.php), including [resources for faculty.](https://inside.manhattan.edu/academic-resources/community-engaged-learning/faculty.php)
## Justice-Immersion Program: LOVE
As Manhattan University's social justice immersion program, LOVE trips (Lasallian Outreach Volunteer Experience) provide opportunities for students to learn about Catholic Social Teaching and social justice issues in the communities that are most impacted by them. These trips allow our students and moderators to concretely engaged in the Lasallian core principle of Respect for the Poor and Social Justice.
LOVE TRIPS are founded on five pillars:
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Social Justice
Each LOVE trip focuses in on relevant social justice issues going on in the community the group is visiting. The social justice issue areas that our experiences explore include:
- Adult Education/Literacy
- Civil Rights/Human Rights
- Education
- Environmental Justice/Sustainability
- Economic Development
- Farmworker Justice & Fair Trade
- Food Access/Security
- Gender & Sexuality
- Homelessness & Affordable Housing
- Immigration/Migration/Citizenship
- Indigenous Peoples
- Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
- Public Health/Individual & Community Health
- Technology Access/Computer Literacy
- Racial Justice
- Restorative Justice
- Urban Poverty
- Women & Children
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Cultural immersion
LOVE trips give you the opportunity to learn about the local culture by experiencing it firsthand. As a participant, you will live and work alongside members of the community, hearing the stories of local community partners who are working to create change in their communities. You will learn about the challenges the community faces and gain new perspectives on current events. You will eat local cuisine, partake in traditional customs and be encouraged to step outside of your comfort zone.
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Community
Meeting Jaspers from different parts of campus is one of the best parts of our LOVE trips. During weekly meetings and fundraising events, students build relationships with their peers on the team, student leader and advisor. Students foster an inclusive community where all team members feel welcome, included and comfortable discussing and sharing their insights and experiences. The friendships developed through LOVE trips are truly unique, and tend to last throughout university and beyond!
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Spirituality
Although they are based on the responsibilities of Catholic Social Teaching, students of any spiritual or religious background (or none) are welcome to participate in LOVE trips. Leading up to and on their experience, students will engage in group reflection to help process their experiences in the context of social justice and Lasallian values. Students are introduced to the Lasallian charism and are encouraged to explore their spirituality from the context of their own faith tradition.
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Simple Living
Throughout the trip, students are encouraged to lean into the experience fully through practicing simple living. Students forgo technology (cell phones, large cameras) to spend time in quiet reflection and self-discovery. Participants pack concisely and stay in simple accommodations on their trips to gain a better understanding of the experience of those who live in the communities they visit. Students are asked to be conscious of their actions and impact in the community as well as taking photographs in an ethical and appropriate way.
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## Video: Let LOVE Come Alive
Learn more about LOVE at Manhattan University from students who have had life-changing experiences participating in the program.
[ Watch the video ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hcr5wLM7fHo)
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---
title: "Community Programming"
url: "/resources/center-for-academic-success/community-programming"
type: page
date: 2026-04-02
updated: 2026-04-10
---
# Community Programming
## Community Programming
The University's Center for Academic Success offers academic support services and programs to the wider New York City community. Learn about our tutoring services for elementary, middle and high school students and the **Summer Literacy Institute**, which is open to high school students each summer.
## Tutoring Services for Elementary to High School Students
***This service is on hold for the 2022-2023 academic year.*** Services will be available throughout the academic year to assist students in academic achievement by meeting on a regular basis to clarify learning obstacles and practice study strategies. We will provide tutoring for core curriculum subject matter which include math, science, history, essay writing assistance and more. Services will be provided on-line via Google Classroom once you have registered below. Sessions are held after regular school hours and scheduled, on a weekly basis, with an upper-class student specializing in the topic of interest. There is no cost for these sessions and services are funded by the University.
For more information, please email or submit the **Request for Tutoring** form below.
[Online Form - High School Tutoring](https://manhattancollege.formstack.com/forms/high_school_tutoring "Online Form")
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---
title: "Student Success Services"
url: "/academics/academics-support/center-for-academic-success/student-success-services"
type: page
date: 2026-04-02
updated: 2026-04-26
---
# Student Success Services
Academic Success
# Student Success Services
In addition to our peer facilitated services, we offer professional learning specialist services in developmental reading, writing, math, and science. Our professional learning specialists meet with students who need help adjusting to the rigors of university level academics. Specialist services are individualized to meet students' particular learning needs.
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## Learning Specialist Support Services
Learning Specialist services are free for students but by referral only. Students who think they might benefit from this service can reach out to us at .
### Learning Specialist Policies and Procedures
- *Matriculated* Manhattan University students with a referral from the Director are allowed appointments with a Learning Specialist. Requests must be made via email at .
All sessions are one-on-one individual appointments. No exceptions.
- Students who are 15 minutes late to a 1 hour appointment will have their appointment cancelled and the slot forfeited to any eligible student waiting.
- Students will receive a warning via Jasper Connect after their **first** cancellation. *Upon a second cancellation, student appointment privileges will be revoked permanently for the semester.* Cancellations are reset at the beginning of each semester.
- *Students who no-show once will have their appointment privileges revoked permanently for the semester and will be notified via Jasper Connect.* No show totals are reset at the beginning of each semester.
- Students are allowed appointments up to one (1) week in advance.
- It is the expectation that all students working with a LS will be an active participant in the learning process. If a student is; not attending class, not taking notes in class, resistant to the support being offered, or any other reason leading to the advisor viewing the students behavior as indifferent towards their studies, the advisor is within their right to revoke the student's LS privileges.
## Workshops & Events
The Center for Academic Success offers workshops, programs and events throughout the academic year.
### Online Workshop: College 101
[College 101](https://lms.manhattan.edu/course/view.php?id=28697) is a self-paced online Moodle workshop designed to help students understand and adjust to college expectations in and out of the classroom. It is automatically provisioned to the Moodle accounts of all incoming students (new freshmen and transfers) the summer before their arrival on campus and remains available to them throughout their first year. It is also available for self-enrollment to all members of the University community.
College 101 primarily contains activities, lessons and videos designed to inculcate attitudes and habits that support student success, such as self-reflection, decision-making, goal-setting, time management, and professionalism. It also hosts content on academic topics such as active reading, basic principles of college writing, and study skills. Faculty members are invited to submit subject-specific resources, such as style guides for their disciplines. Please reach out to with your submissions or questions about the workshop.
College 101 is also home to the online academic integrity workshop that Manhattan University students are required to take if they are found in violation of the University’s academic integrity policy.
The workshop employs a badging system to reward students for completing activities. Badges are named for the trait a person completing such an activity might display; for example, a student completing activities in the Goal-Setting module earns the Resolute badge. Certain badges can be redeemed for prizes, and all live on the student’s Moodle profile as evidence of activities completed. Professors at the University are encouraged to offer extra credit for completion of College 101 activities.
## Student Success Mentors
The Center for Academic Success offers a peer academic success mentoring services for all students who want to improve their academic and self-management skills. This program seeks to support students as they strive to reach their academic goals. Each session is collaborative and tailored to the individual student's needs. Student and coach work together to formulate a plan for academic support and promote self-advocacy.
One-on-one academic success mentors help students:
- learn study techniques and strategies
- effectively manage their time
- prepare for exams
- set appropriate goals and accomplish these goals
- connect with other academic support services in the C.A.S.
- conquer procrastination and get organized
Students can make appointments by clicking on their [Jasper Connect page ](https://manhattan.starfishsolutions.com/starfish-ops/dl/instructor/serviceCatalog.html?bookmark=service/4215/schedule)and selecting **Center for Academic Success - Student Success Mentors** in their Success Network.
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---
title: "Tutoring Services"
url: "/academics/academics-support/center-for-academic-success/tutoring-services"
type: page
date: 2026-04-02
updated: 2026-04-26
---
# Tutoring Services
## Tutoring Services
The Center for Academic Success will offer services in-person for the semester, with some remote offerings as well. You can view our schedule on [Jasper Connect. ](https://manhattan.starfishsolutions.com/starfish-ops/)
### Tutoring at the CAS
Tutoring is designed to support students with their courses by providing them with content-specific assistance. We offer one-on-one peer tutoring in most 100-200 level courses and select 300+ level courses across disciplines. Our tutors receive ongoing training according to the College Reading and Learning Association standards in order to achieve certification. By certifying our tutors, we ensure that all peer tutors are kept current regarding tutoring best practices.
#### In-Person Tutoring
Appointments are preferred but walk-ins are welcome when available. Students should look in their **Courses** channel in [Jasper Connect](https://manhattan.starfishsolutions.com/starfish-ops/) to find tutors for their courses and to schedule appointments. For guidance on how to use the system, view the quick video below.
[Embedded Video](http://live-manhattan-www.pantheonsite.io/media/oembed?url=https%3A//www.youtube.com/watch%3Fv%3DkpZcSqKarWY&max_width=0&max_height=0&hash=wSBc_geeaUXByBctscuivyBBLhaJ7a90IW5QrwwmdzQ)
#### Online Tutoring
Select tutors will offer online tutoring services. Students can schedule to meet virtually with these tutors anywhere they have an Internet connection. Students who want to make an online appointment need a laptop or tablet with a microphone and camera. Follow the same steps to make an appointment (please see the video above), but when scheduling an online appointment make sure to select '**Online via GoBoard**' as the appointment's location (please refer to video below on how to access your online appointment). All online sessions are by appointment only.
[Embedded Video](http://live-manhattan-www.pantheonsite.io/media/oembed?url=https%3A//www.youtube.com/watch%3Fv%3DKu7c7OyGCdQ&max_width=0&max_height=0&hash=WWFjzgzJlf3R13QE9ejVfNfa7g0U0S7mrdRvEjcbu6o)
### Tutoring Policies
#### Appointment/Walk-In Policies
- All tutorial sessions are individual one-on-one tutorials.
- Students who show up for a scheduled appointment 15 minutes late for more or a one-hour session, and 10 or more minutes late for a thirty-minute session will be marked as a no-show and lose their appointment if someone else is waiting.
- Students are ONLY allowed to meet with one individual tutor once per week (regardless of the course) for up to one hour per week. Beyond the one hour per week with the tutor, students can see that tutor again as a walk-in in that same week. Multiple appointments in the same week for the same course are allowed with different tutors. Appointments that break this policy will be canceled but not counted against a students total canceled appointments.
- Students are allowed a maximum number of three (3) appointments per center per week.
- Students should come prepared with necessary materials such as notes, computer, textbooks, etc. for their tutoring session.
- NO tutoring sessions are allowed to be held outside of regular hours of the CAS.
#### Cancellation/No Show Policy (Per Semester)
- Students with three (3) cancellations, regardless of time of notification, will receive a warning email. Students with (4) cancellations or more, regardless of time of cancellation, will have appointment privileges suspended.
- Students with one (1) no-show, will receive a warning email. Students with two (2) no-shows will have account privileges supended.
- In both instances students should contact a CAS administrator at or in Thomas 3.10 to have their privileges reinstated.
## Writing & History Fellows
In ENGL 110, a pivotal course for first-year students, we offer the Writing Fellows program where an upperclassman who received an A in that course attends class and facilitates workshops and writing consultations. As a Fellows participant, students will discuss and review material pertinent to developing skills for college level reading and writing and beyond.
Professors will announce in class if the course participates in Supplemental Instruction or Writing Fellows. Student can access workshop, consultation and study session dates and times here on Jasper Connect through their course listing.
## Supplemental Instruction
For traditionally difficult undergraduate courses, such as chemistry, physics and mathematics, we offer the Supplemental Instruction (SI) program where students receive additional subject matter support in selected courses. An upperclassman who received an A in that course attends the class and then runs weekly study sessions for anyone in the class section who wants to attend. As an SI participant, students will review that week's lesson, and get help with homework problems, test preparation and study skills techniques.
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---
title: "English Language Support"
url: "/academics/academics-support/writing-center/english-language-support"
type: page
date: 2026-04-02
updated: 2026-04-26
---
# English Language Support
## English Language Support
English language learners can meet with our professional English Language Specialist for language support and instruction in a one-on-one setting. This is a free service for all matriculated Manhattan University students. Sessions are limited and by appointment only. We also encourage advisors and faculty to refer students for this service. In order to be referred to this service and obtain scheduling access through [Jasper Connect](https://manhattan.starfishsolutions.com/starfish-ops/), please email Melinda Wilson, Director of CAS, at .
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---
title: "Accreditation | O'Malley School of Business"
url: "/academics/business/accreditation"
type: page
date: 2026-04-05
updated: 2026-05-29
---
# Accreditation | O'Malley School of Business
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# Accreditation
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All of Manhattan University’s business programs are accredited by [AACSB International](http://www.aacsb.edu/), a benchmark of quality for business education worldwide. Being AACSB-accredited means that we have continuously passed a strict set of standards that ensure quality, earning a place among the top business schools in the world. At the School of Business, we will teach you the best skills to give you a distinct advantage in the real world.
## As an AACSB-accredited business school, we have:
- worldwide recognition by top employers and other universities
- employers that only hire our graduates
- more access to recruiters
- graduates that receive higher, more competitive salaries
- students that are more international, have high-graduating GPAs and are likely to earn higher levels of education
- faculty who are leaders in their fields of research
AACSB-accredited business programs at Manhattan University deliver global recognition, career-ready skills, and access to top employers.
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---
title: "Advising"
url: "/academics/business/advising"
type: page
date: 2026-04-05
updated: 2026-04-14
---
# Advising
## Academic Advising
As a School of Business student, you have access to an academic advisor, as well as a faculty advisor within your major. You will meet with your advisors several times throughout the year to discuss issues including:
- Scheduling and registering for classes
- Choosing a major
- Adding a double major or a minor
- Selecting the right courses for a specific career path
## Career Advising
Unique to the School of Business is the Passport Program, a career-driven incentive program where you can get involved, build your resume, and establish meaningful professional relationships while participating in the many opportunities that Manhattan University has to offer. We also have a dedicated assistant dean for career development who helps you transform academic experience into professional success.
Students are encouraged to talk with our career advisor to receive guidance on:
- Choosing a major for a specific career
- Exploring career paths and job opportunities
- Finding an internship
- Joining the Mentor Program
#### School of Business Career Advisor:
Aileen Farrelly, C.P.A., M.S.
Assistant Dean for Career Development
De La Salle Hall 415
718-862-7223
[aileen.farrelly@manhattan.edu](https://mail.google.com/mail/?view=cm&fs=1&tf=1&to=aileen.farrelly@manhattan.edu)
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---
title: "Office of the Dean"
url: "/academics/business/about/office-of-the-dean"
type: page
date: 2026-04-05
updated: 2026-06-09
---
# Office of the Dean
O'Malley School of Business
# Office of the Dean
**Guiding the vision, programs, and people of the O'Malley School of Business.**
The Office of the Dean leads the O'Malley School of Business in fulfilling its mission to prepare ethical, forward-thinking leaders for a rapidly evolving global economy. Working alongside faculty, staff, students, and alumni, the office shapes the school's academic direction, oversees its AACSB-accredited programs, and champions the Lasallian Catholic values that distinguish a Manhattan University business education.
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Leadership
## A Vision for the O'Malley School of Business
**Meet Hany Guirguis, P.h.D., Dean of the O'Malley School of Business.**
Dean Hany Guirguis brings more than two decades of experience at Manhattan University to his role leading the O'Malley School of Business. Under his leadership, the school is expanding its graduate offerings, integrating artificial intelligence and machine learning across the curriculum, and forging interdisciplinary partnerships with the School of Engineering and the Kakos School of Arts and Sciences. Read his message to the Manhattan University community and learn more about the future of business education at the O'Malley School.
[ Read Message from the Dean ](/academics/business/about/message-dean)
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Faculty Excellence
## Scholars, Mentors, and Industry Leaders
**Learn from faculty who bring real-world expertise into every classroom.**
Faculty in the O'Malley School of Business combine rigorous scholarship with deep professional experience, mentoring students through coursework, research, internships, and career development. Across disciplines including accounting, finance, marketing, management, and analytics, faculty prepare students to think critically, lead ethically, and adapt to the demands of a competitive marketplace. Explore the faculty members shaping the future of business education at Manhattan University.
[ Meet O'Malley School of Business Faculty ](/academics/business/about/faculty)
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## Office of the Dean | O'Malley School of Business
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### [Hany S. Guirguis](/directory/hany.guirguis)
**Title:** Dean, O'Malley School of Business
**Phone:** 718-862-7440
**Email:**
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### [Grishma Shah](/directory/grishma.shah)
**Title:** Associate Dean of the School of Business, Professor, Management & Marketing, Director of Global Business Studies
**Phone:** 718-862-7127
**Email:**
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### [Aileen Farrelly](/directory/aileen.farrelly)
**Title:** Assistant Dean and Visiting Instructor, Accounting, CIS & Law
**Phone:** 718-862-7223
**Email:**
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### [Rhonda Shuler](/directory/rhonda.shuler)
**Title:** Senior Academic Advisor
**Phone:** 718-862-7439
**Email:**
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### [Marc Waldman](/directory/marc.waldman)
**Title:** Associate Professor, Accounting, CIS, and Law
**Phone:** 718-862-3856
**Email:**
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### [Mary Allgaier](/directory/mary.allgaier)
**Title:** Office Manager
**Phone:** 718-862-7141
**Email:**
**Office:** DLS 201
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### [Geraldine Taylor](/directory/geraldine.taylor)
**Title:** Administrative Assistant
**Phone:** 718-862-7334
**Email:**
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## Prepare for the Real World
At Manhattan University, your education is built around who you are and where you want to go. Whether you’re ready to apply or just starting to explore, take the next step when you’re ready — we’re here to help.
[Apply Today](/admissions/apply)
[Visit Manhattan University](/admissions/visit)
[Request Information](/admissions/undergraduate/request-information)
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---
---
title: "Honors Program"
url: "/academics/business/honors-program"
type: page
date: 2026-04-05
updated: 2026-04-14
---
# Honors Program
# Honors Program
The Honors Program offers an impactful experience aimed at talented and highly motivated business students. It enables them to develop rigorous and cutting-edge business skills, interact with top business leaders and mentors, and engage in projects that further Manhattan University’s Core Lasallian values.
## Benefits
- Classes formatted as seminars, fostering in-depth conversation with professors.
- Trips to lectures, museums, and other business-related events.
- Opportunities to conduct research with faculty members.
- Career-related networking activities.
- Special notation on university transcripts.
## Program Details
The OMSB Honors Program consists of 6 courses (18 credits) across 4 years at Manhattan University. Students select at least 4 out of 7 courses in the Business Core and take two approved honors courses within the Major. All honors students must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 to remain in the program.
## Courses:
YEARCOURSE NAMECOURSE TITLECREDITSFreshmanACCT 201H
CIS 110H
ECON 204H
MGMT 201H
MKTG 201H
Principles of Accounting 1
Introduction to Information Systems
Macroeconomics
Introduction to Management
Essentials of Marketing
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Sophomore
BUAN 227H
FIN 301H
Business Statistics
Principles of Business Finance3
3YEARCOURSESCREDITSJunior and SeniorApproved course in Major
Honors Research Project
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## Who's Eligible?
Selected incoming first-year students will receive an invitation to apply to the O'Malley School of Business Honors Program based on high school academic achievement, demonstrated leadership, and community service.
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---
title: "Student Competitions"
url: "/academics/business/student-competitions"
type: page
date: 2026-04-05
updated: 2026-05-03
---
# Student Competitions
## Student Competitions
At Manhattan University’s O’Malley School of Business, learning extends beyond the classroom through a dynamic portfolio of student competitions that challenge you to apply your knowledge in real-world scenarios. These experiences are designed to sharpen your analytical thinking, strengthen your communication skills, and build the confidence needed to perform at a high level—whether you’re presenting to industry professionals or collaborating with peers on complex business problems.
From data-driven decision-making in the **Business Analytics Challenge** to economic forecasting in the **Fed Challenge**, students engage with timely, relevant issues that mirror today’s business landscape. Entrepreneurially minded students can bring ideas to life through initiatives like **Entrepreneurs at Manhattan University (E@MU)** and the **Innovation Challenge**, where creativity, strategy, and execution come together in competitive environments.
These competitions not only enhance your academic experience but also connect you with faculty mentors, industry judges, and like-minded peers. Along the way, you’ll gain practical experience, expand your professional network, and develop a portfolio of work that sets you apart in internships, graduate study, and the job market.
Whether you’re interested in finance, analytics, entrepreneurship, or strategy, OMSB competitions provide a platform to explore your interests, test your abilities, and showcase your potential on campus and beyond.
[Business Analytics Competition (BAC) ](/academics/business/student-competitions/business-analytics-competition-bac)The Business Analytics Competition is an annual campus-hosted event that provides an exciting opportunity for undergraduate students studying business analytics (or related fields) to test their knowledge and hone their skills. Competing students not only engage in the “art and science†of decision-making but also practice their ability to draw business insight from a comprehensive analysis of relevant data.
[Entrepreneurs at MU (E@MU) ](/academics/business/student-competitions/entrepreneurs-at-mu)Entrepreneurs at Manhattan University (E@MU) provides students a head start in turning their ideas into tangible businesses. E@MU integrates academics with experiential learning to foster innovation and student entrepreneurship.
Fed Challenge
The [College Fed Challenge](https://www.newyorkfed.org/education/fedchallenge_college.html) is a national academic competition hosted annually by the Federal Reserve Bank. Students across the country analyze the current state of the U.S. economy and make a recommendation for future monetary policy actions to a panel of judges who work at the Federal Reserve Bank.
Innovation Challenge
This University-wide competition inspires students to creatively develop an idea for an exciting and practical product or service. The competition is open to students of all academic disciplines, who are encouraged to team up with each other if it might help their innovation.
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---
title: "Writing Center"
url: "/academics/academics-support/center-for-academic-success/writing-center"
type: page
date: 2026-04-06
updated: 2026-04-26
---
# Writing Center
## The Writing Center
**The Writing Center offers peer-to-peer support on any writing-related assignment or task.**
Our Center is staffed by a group of trained undergraduate Writing Consultants from a variety of majors. Our mission is to collaborate with writers from across the academic disciplines to nurture individuals’ unique writing practices, to guide writers to hone their own writing processes, and to cultivate an equitable learning environment.
Our Writing Consultants provide one-on-one assistance with papers and written work from all disciplines at any stage of the drafting process—from brainstorming through final revision. We work with writers to strengthen their critical thinking, deepen their rhetorical awareness, and to approach writing with confidence. We can help writers at all skill levels define an appropriate topic, break down assignments, organize material, analyze written drafts for strengths and weaknesses, revise, edit, and so forth.
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### What to Expect During a Session
Collaboration is at the heart of what we do. The Writing Center is not an editing service; Consultants are not here simply to “fix†student papers. Sessions are conversation-based, and the goal of our work is to guide writers to an understanding of their writing processes in order to help them best implement techniques for approaching their own work. Students work together with Writing Consultants to discuss and practice strategies for their writing. Each session is tailored to the writer’s individual concerns, and final decisions about assignments are always left to the student.
### Making an Appointment
We offer appointments in-person or online. Drop-ins are welcome but appointments are preferred. *Please note that it is best to consult with a writing tutor as early as possible in the writing process for a given assignment.*
Students can look in **My Success Network** in [Jasper Connect](https://manhattan.starfishsolutions.com/starfish-ops) to find the Writing Center and click **"Schedule"** to make an appointment. For guidance on how to use the system, view the quick video below.
[Embedded Video](http://live-manhattan-www.pantheonsite.io/media/oembed?url=https%3A//www.youtube.com/watch%3Fv%3DkpZcSqKarWY%26t%3D5s&max_width=0&max_height=0&hash=q1N6YFmInHglVjBTy-dyL6mhfnOFDjU4vJZsBqhURsk)
For guidance on how to access your **online** Writing Center session please view the brief tutorial below.
[Embedded Video](http://live-manhattan-www.pantheonsite.io/media/oembed?url=https%3A//www.youtube.com/watch%3Fv%3DKu7c7OyGCdQ&max_width=0&max_height=0&hash=WWFjzgzJlf3R13QE9ejVfNfa7g0U0S7mrdRvEjcbu6o)
### Written Feedback Portal
Can’t make it to the Writing Center? Submit your draft online through our Written Feedback Portal! Just upload your paper, let us know what you’d like help with, and a Writing Consultant will send back personalized comments and suggestions. It’s flexible, convenient, and designed to help you strengthen your writing on your own schedule. If we can't get to your work before the deadline you provide, we'll let you know.
[Access the Written Feedback Portal](https://forms.office.com/r/zCgVTFgi1u)
### Writing Fellows
Select sections of ENGL 110 participate in the Writing Fellows program that provides students with additional academic support to help students achieve proficiencies for college level reading and writing. Writing Fellows are upperclassmen who received an A in the course, attends class with students in the course and who then facilitates workshops and consultations on writing skills needed across curriculums and for the course.
Students participating in a section of Writing Fellows can find workshop and consultation dates and times on [Jasper Connect](https://manhattan.starfishsolutions.com/starfish-ops/dl/instructor/serviceCatalog.html?bookmark=service/4214/schedule) through their course listing.
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---
title: "Writing Center Frequently Asked Questions"
url: "/academics/academic-support/center-for-academic-success/writing-center/frequently-asked-questions"
type: page
date: 2026-04-06
updated: 2026-04-26
---
# Writing Center Frequently Asked Questions
## Writing Center: Frequently Asked Questions
### What kind of work may I bring to the Writing Center?
Any papers you are working on for any class. All of our tutors are trained to help writers of all skill levels with papers in any discipline at any stage of the drafting process. In some cases, you have the option to make an appointment with a tutor who is majoring in the discipline within which you are writing (see our tutor bios on Jasper Connect in order to find someone).
### I got As on my papers in high school. Why would I need to go to the Writing Center?
Because all writers benefit from discussing their work at some stage of the drafting process. Even your professors discuss their work with colleagues and editors before they publish it. The Writing Center provides an environment in which exceptional tutors who are trained to discuss your work can help you better clarify and sharpen your writing. Besides, writing for high school is different than writing for college. Why wouldn't you want to discuss your work with college writers who have been there?
### So what goes on in a typical Writing Center session?
Sessions are collaborative and conversation-based. A skilled and trained tutor will sit down with you one-on-one, discuss your writing assignment with you, talk about what your concerns are with the draft, and help talk you through the revision process. By the end of the session the tutor will have helped you carve out a strategy for revising the assignment by talking through any range of drafting concerns, be they organizational, grammatical, etc.
### Can I drop off my paper, have someone proofread it and pick it up later?
No. Our goal is to help you become a better writer. This requires discussing your writing with you.
### What should I bring with me? How can I prepare for my session?
Bring your assignment description, any writing you've already started, your notes, and any peer comments or instructor comments you may already have. Your tutor will go through those materials with you, help you examine them critically and help form strategies for drafting and revision.
### What if I haven’t started the paper yet? Can I still come to the Writing Center?
Of course. We often help students brainstorm and outline their work. We can help at any stage of the writing process, from brainstorming to proofreading (but you still need to come in to discuss your work).
### So tutors will correct my work?
Tutors will help identify issues with your writing, ranging from the grammatical to the structural, and discuss what needs to be revised. For example, if a tutor notices that you have several comma splices in a draft, they will discuss what a comma splice is and how to correct it. Then you will be free to correct the rest of the paper (and subsequent drafts) on your own. Remember, our goal is to help you become a better writer. This means helping you examine your writing more critically and equipping you with the tools necessary to correct yourself when needed.
### Am I guaranteed a good grade if I come to the Writing Center?
Tutors don’t grade your papers. They will discuss your work but won’t speculate on what grade it may receive.
### How often may I come to the Writing Center?
You may visit the Center as a walk-in as many times as you like, but drop-ins require that you want for a Writing Consultant to be available. We can only allow up to three one-hour appointments per week, and multiple weekly appointments cannot be booked with the same Consutlant.
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---
title: "Make an Appointment"
url: "/academics/academics-support/center-for-academic-success/make-an-appointment"
type: page
date: 2026-04-06
updated: 2026-04-26
---
# Make an Appointment
## Make an Appointment
You can [make appointments online](https://manhattan.starfishsolutions.com/starfish-ops) and for assistance you can visit any of our locations (Thomas Hall 3.10; LEO 117/118) or call us at [718-862-7414](tel:718-862-7414) or email us at .
### CAS Appointment Policies
#### Appointment/Walk-in Protocol
1. All tutoring sessions should be assumed to be individual tutorials.
2. Students who show up for a scheduled appointment more than 15 minutes late for a one-hour appointment, and 10 minutes late for a 30-minute appointment, will lose their appointment if someone else is waiting.
3. Tutoring sessions are not to exceed (1) hour in length.
4. Students are allowed to book up to three (3) consecutive weekly appointments with any one tutor.
5. Students are **only** allowed to meet with one individual tutor one time per week (regardless of the course) for up to one hour per week. Beyond the one session per week with the tutor, students can see that tutor again as a walk-in only in that same week. Multiple appointments in the same week for the same course are allowed with different tutors.
6. **Only** students registered for the appointment can meet with the tutor they were scheduled with. Other student cannot sit-in on a session if they weren’t registered for the appointment.
7. Students should come prepared with necessary materials such as notes, computer, textbooks, etc. for their tutoring session.
8. All center locations are spaces for learning and quiet study. Staff and students alike are expected to keep their voices at a low volume so as to not disrupt the learning of others. In interest of maintaining a space free from distractions, students, tutors, and office staff are not to use cell phones.
9. No tutoring sessions should be held outside of the regular hours of the CAS.
#### Cancellation/No Show Policy (Per Semester)
1. Students with (3) cancellations, regardless of time of notification, will receive a warning email. Students with (4) cancellations or more, regardless of time of cancellation, will have appointment privileges revoked, and only allowed walk-in sessions.
2. Students with (2) no shows will receive a warning email. Students with (3) no shows will have appointment privileges revoked, and only allowed walk-in sessions.
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---
title: "Faculty Information"
url: "/academics/academics-support/center-for-academic-success/faculty-information"
type: page
date: 2026-04-06
updated: 2026-04-26
---
# Faculty Information
Academic Success
## Information for Faculty
### #### Academic Referrals
The Manhattan University academic referral program is a collaborative, university-wide effort to identify and support students who exhibit difficulties with academic rigor at the university level. The referral program utilizes a software system called Jasper Connect which enables faculty and administrators across the university to support students by connecting them to the right resources at the right time.
Faculty are encouraged to submit academic referrals on any student who is struggling in a course by logging into [Jasper Connect](https://manhattan.starfishsolutions.com/starfish-ops#/login) and submitting a referral.
An "Early Alert" period is designated during the 3rd and 4th week of the semester to identify students before midterm time that would benefit from the academic intervention services provided by the Center for Academic Success.
Reasons for submitting an academic referral include:
- poor class attendance
- low scores on tests and/or quizzes
- missing assignments
- being unprepared for class
- writing concerns
The goal is to identify students who are in need of academic intervention services as soon as the faculty member notices a possible deficiency. The Center for Academic Success feels strongly that the sooner a student is identified as being in need of support, the better chance the student has of returning to good academic standing.
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### #### Syllabus Statement
At their discretion, faculty can use the following statement in their course syllabi:
**Student Academic Support Services | Center for Academic Success**
The Center for Academic Success (CAS) is committed to providing student-centered and student-led programs and initiatives designed to enhance learning and promote success and persistence for all Manhattan University students. Students work collaboratively with qualified peers and professionals to develop knowledge, skills, and strategies needed to thrive in the classroom and beyond.
The CAS has three locations: the Learning Commons in Thomas Hall 3.11, the Leo Learning Center in Leo 117/118, and Lee Learning Commons 6th Floor. Services include online and in-person tutoring and writing center appointments, Supplemental Instruction and Writing Fellows (select courses), student success mentoring, STEM and reading/writing professional Learning Specialist support, and English language support. All services are free of charge and available to all Manhattan University students. Appointments are preferred but walk-ins are welcome when available. To make an appointment, students can log into their [Jasper Connect](https://manhattan.starfishsolutions.com/starfish-ops/instructor/index.html?tenantId=9380) account or visit the CAS in Thomas Hall, 3.10. Students can also contact with any questions.
### #### Student Code of Conduct - Academic Integrity
As per the [policy on academic integrity](https://inside.manhattan.edu/student-life/dean-of-students/code-conduct.php#academicintegrity), faculty must submit all violations via [Jasper Connect](https://manhattan.starfishsolutions.com/starfish-ops).
### #### Faculty Partnership in Writing Fellows & Supplemental Instruction Program
Thank you for your interest in Supplemental Instruction. Faculty are invited to request supplemental instruction for their courses. Please click through the FAQ below to see if SI is right for you. Note: SI availability is dependent on CAS budget and availability of resources.
**What is the SI program?**
SI or Supplemental Instruction is an academic assistance program designed to improve student academic performance and increase retention in traditionally difficult courses. The Writing Fellows and History Fellows programs fall under the SI umbrella.
Partnering faculty are paired with highly qualified peer tutors who support enrolled students in achieving course learning outcomes and provide students with invaluable skills and strategies necessary for success.
**How are courses selected?**
The Supplemental Instruction program targets challenging courses that, over time, have demonstrated difficulty for students, regardless of the faculty or the materials used. Traditionally difficult courses, which are courses with high rates of D, F, W, & I grades, are typically only considered for selection.
The Writing Fellows program targets ENGL 110, an introductory writing-intensive course that is required for most incoming students, who many times don’t have a strong foundation in written communications or are not adequately competent in college-level writing.
The Writing Fellows program targets introductory core-curriculum writing-intensive courses that are critical for college-level reading and writing proficiency.
New courses are considered for selection on an annual basis while current partnering courses are re-evaluated on a semester basis. Budgetary constraints are an additional factor for consideration in selecting new courses or continuing with partnerships.
**Who are the SI Leaders/ Writing Fellows? What can I expect from them?**
SI Leaders and Fellows are peer tutors, employed by the CAS, who have previously completed the targeted course with at least an A-.
SI Leaders and Fellows attend class once a week, meet with partnering faculty regularly, and facilitate weekly study group sessions. In addition, Fellows host individual writing consultations weekly for students that need more tailored assistance. Over the course of a semester, SI Leaders and Fellows integrate course content with appropriate and effective study skills.
***Note:** SI Leaders/Writing Fellows are not course assistants or teaching assistants. They should not receive requests to teach classes, grade assignments, administer exams, or for any other responsibilities typical of a course assistant.*
**What are the expectations of faculty interested in partnering with the program?**
The role partnering faculty play in the success of students is critical as we examine a team approach to producing positive learning outcomes for students who participate in supplemental instruction. In order to maximize the effects of the program, we ask the following of partnering faculty:
- Include SI Leader/Fellow program information in syllabus and on Moodle
- Allow the fellow to make brief periodic announcements
- Regularly meet with the SI Leaders/Fellows to provide mentorship, support, and coaching to guide the structure of the sessions
- Provide relevant course materials
- Provide feedback to the CAS Academic Support Manager in the form of occasional surveys
- Collaborate with CAS administration on program assessment initiatives
- Nominate stellar students to apply when the application opens
**Syllabus Statement Examples**
Supplemental Instruction (SI) is offered for this course. SI provides you with an opportunity to participate in weekly group study sessions facilitated by an SI Leader. SI Leaders are current MU students who have passed the course with at least an A-, attend the course weekly, and prepare session content based on class lectures & discussions.
You are highly encouraged to attend SI sessions to ask questions about course content and to develop learning/study strategies relevant to this course. Students who participate in SI sessions typically earn higher course grades than students who do not participate in SI. SI attendance is voluntary, and it is not a substitute for class attendance.
For more information, contact your SI leader: Name, email address
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Writing Fellows is offered for this course. Writing Fellows provide you with an opportunity to participate in weekly group study sessions or tailored writing consultations facilitated by a Fellow. Fellows are current MU students who have passed the course with at least an A-, attend the course weekly, and prepare session content based on class lectures & discussions.
You are highly encouraged to attend group sessions to ask questions about course content and to develop learning/study strategies relevant to this course. Students who participate in group sessions typically earn higher course grades than students who do not participate. Attendance is voluntary, and it is not a substitute for class attendance.
For more information, contact your Writing Fellow:
- Name, email address
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---
title: "Center for Academic Success"
url: "/academics/academics-support/center-for-academic-success"
type: page
date: 2026-04-06
updated: 2026-06-18
---
# Center for Academic Success
## Center for Academic Success
The Center for Academic Success includes the Learning Commons, the Writing Center, the Leo Learning Center, and the Lee Learning Commons. All offices offer students a quiet place to study with their peer tutor, or engage in small group study sessions. We also offer workshops and have an open door policy with extended hours to accommodate all students.
[Tutoring Services](/academics/academics-support/center-for-academic-success/tutoring-services)
[Writing Center](/academics/academics-support/center-for-academic-success/writing-center)
[Student Success Services](/academics/academics-support/center-for-academic-success/student-success-services)
[Meet the Staff](/)
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## Mission
The Center for Academic Success (CAS) is committed to providing student-centered programs and initiatives designed to enhance learning and promote success and persistence for all Manhattan University students. Students will work collaboratively with qualified peers and professionals to develop knowledge, skills and strategies needed for success in the classroom and beyond.
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The Center for Academic Success (CAS) is also recognized as a Level 1 certified tutor training program by the College Reading and Learning Association (CRLA).
### Core Values
- A student-centered approach to learning that emphasizes self-directedness, excellence and integrity
- Fostering relationships and partnerships focused on service and collaboration
- Self-development that promotes actualization, leadership, and interconnectedness, in keeping with Lasallian traditions
- Respect for and inclusion of members from diverse cultures, experiences and intellectual perspectives
- Equitable practices that provide all students access to opportunities to achieve success.
### Services Offered:
- Peer [tutoring](/academics/academics-support/center-for-academic-success/tutoring-services "Tutoring Services")
- [Writing Center](/academics/academics-support/center-for-academic-success/writing-center "Writing Center") services
- English Language Support with a professional English Language Specialist
- [Learning Specialist Services](/academics/academics-support/center-for-academic-success/student-success-services "Student Success Services") in reading/writing and math/science
- [Workshops](/academics/academics-support/center-for-academic-success/student-success-services "Student Success Services") designed to teach strategies and techniques to assist students with academic challenges
[Schedule an appointment](https://manhattan.starfishsolutions.com/starfish-ops)
### Student Testimonials
#### Tutoring/Writing Center
"All the tutors at the Center are so helpful!"
"As an English major I was super nervous and intimidated and the Writing Center tutor made me feel comfortable and helped me work out some issues I was having writing a paper. I can't thank her enough."
"My tutor is AMAZING. I only go when he is available and I set my appointments weeks in advance! Orgo genie right there!"
"The tutor was so incredibly nice and willing to help. It was calming to know that there is always someone who can offer a little extra help."
#### SI/Fellows
"I think my SI was a great teacher, and was really dedicated to helping us out, he did an awesome job."
"My SI was very helpful and 100% contributed to improving my grade."
"The SI was great! He should think of becoming a professor/teacher himself."
"Our SI knew what she was talking about and was always well prepared and approachable."
"My SI is amazing. She explains concepts in ways that are easy to understand and is very patient if you're still confused. She definitely helped me improve my grade. She is also very sweet and funny. I am very grateful for her! <3"
"Made what we learned in class simple, better than the actual professor!"
"My SI was amazing at explaining the problems in a way I could understand! He was helpful and sweet, and made me feel like my questions were good/important"
### Workshops & Events
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## Contact Information
### Phone and Email
- **Kelly Learning Lab:** [718-862-7476](tel:7188627476)
- **Learning Commons:** [718-862-7414](tel:7188627414)
- **Email:**
### Campus Locations
- **Kelly Learning Lab:** Kelly 412
- **Learning Center:** Thomas Hall 3.10
- **Lee Hall Learning Center:** 6th Floor
### Office Hours
#### Kelly Learning Lab
- Monday - Thursday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
- Friday: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
#### Learning Center
- Monday - Thursday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
- Friday: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
#### Lee Learning Center
- Monday - Thursday: 6 - 9 p.m.
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---
title: "Non-Credit Certificate Programs"
url: "/academics/non-credit"
type: page
date: 2026-04-06
updated: 2026-06-09
---
# Non-Credit Certificate Programs
Academics
# Non-Credit Certificate Programs
**Expand your skills, advance your career, or explore something new in the heart of New York City.**
From high school students preparing for college to working professionals earning new credentials, Manhattan University's non-credit and certificate programs deliver flexible, NYC-grounded learning for every stage of life. Choose from pre-college summer experiences, custom training partnerships, online micro-credentials, and graduate-level advanced certificates taught by expert faculty.
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The Manhattan University Difference
## What Sets Us Apart
Manhattan University's non-credit and certificate programs combine flexible formats, expert faculty, and a New York City location that puts learners at the center of the industries shaping today's economy.
Programs for Every Stage
Whether you are a high school student exploring college, a working professional building new skills, or a partner organization seeking custom training, we offer programs designed for you.
Flexible Formats
Choose from on-campus, online, synchronous, asynchronous, and hybrid options designed to fit alongside school, work, and personal commitments.
Stackable Credentials
Online micro-credentials and certificates build on one another, allowing learners to expand skills horizontally and vertically across business and professional domains.
NYC Advantage
A New York City location places learners near the industries, employers, and cultural institutions that drive demand for new skills and credentials.
Expert Faculty
Programs are taught by Manhattan University faculty and practitioners who bring real-world experience to every course, workshop, and certificate.
Recognized Credentials
Earn digital badges, advanced certificates, and continuing education credits recognized by employers, industry associations, and credentialing bodies.
170+
years of academic excellence in New York City Source: Manhattan University
3%
nationally for salary impact (Wall Street Journal, 2026) *Source: WSJ 2026 Best Colleges*
60+ countries
represented in the Manhattan University community *Source: Manhattan University Facts & Stats*
FLEXIBLE LEARNING FOR WORKING ADULTS
## Find the Path That Fits Your Goals
From accelerated degree programs to non-credit courses and workshops, Manhattan University helps you advance, change direction, or pursue a passion on a schedule that works for you.
[](/academics/programs/organizational-leadership)
[Organizational Leadership B.S.
](/academics/programs/organizational-leadership)
Finish your degree with the B.S. in Organizational Leadership, an accelerated completion program built for working professionals. Offered 100% online in a 7-week semester format that fits a busy schedule.
Explore Organizational Leadership B.S. Program
[](/academics/programs/organizational-leadership-ms)
[Organizational Leadership M.S.
](/academics/programs/organizational-leadership-ms)
Advance your career with the M.S. in Organizational Leadership, offered fully online for working professionals. Graduates have gone on to lead in human resources, health services, project management, and beyond.
Explore Organizational Leadership M.S. Prorgram
[](/academics/non-credit/k-12)
[Kindergarten- High School & Pre-College Programs
](/academics/non-credit/k-12)
Manhattan University offers a full range of programs for young learners, from kindergarten enrichment and summer camps to pre-college courses across the arts, sciences, and business, all on our New York City campus.
Explore These Programs
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## Prepare for the Real World
At Manhattan University, your education is built around who you are and where you want to go. Whether you’re ready to apply or just starting to explore, take the next step when you’re ready — we’re here to help.
[Apply Today](/admissions/apply)
[Visit Manhattan University](/admissions/visit)
[Request Information](/admissions/undergraduate/request-information)
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---
title: "MAP-Works"
url: "/academics/academics-support/center-for-academic-success/map-works"
type: page
date: 2026-04-06
updated: 2026-04-26
---
# MAP-Works
## MAP-Works
Manhattan University is now using a software system called MAP-Works (Making Achievement Possible). The overall goal of implementing this system is to support students. See below for common questions about the MAP-Works system.
### What is MAP-Works
Manhattan University has selected the MAP-works student success and retention platform to assist in connecting students to the right resources at the right time. Faculty, staff and designated student leaders are using this system to support students, make referrals to campus resources and educate students about the factors that contribute to their success.
The focus of the MAP-Works survey and related efforts is to ensure new students are given the resources necessary for a positive experience at Manhattan University. Using this survey, staff and faculty are provided with information to assist the student in seeking out resources and opportunities to make them more connected to the university and more successful overall. First-year students are provided with information directly to help them see the myriad of services and support available to them and to recognize their own strengths and weaknesses.
Students, faculty and staff can log into MAP-Works using the from the [Quick Links menu](https://inside.manhattan.edu/index.php) on this website. Through the MAP-Works website, designated faculty and staff will be able to access student reports and input information to ensure students are receiving institutional support across the board.
### Why is this Valuable for Students?
The value of MAP-Works for the students is that it highlights the gaps between academic goals and behaviors for students that complete the assessment.
Participation in MAP-Works increases student success by:
- Providing early intervention to students who may benefit from additional assistance
- Aligning student expectations with actual outcomes
- Cultivating student involvement
- Facilitating the social and emotional transition to university
### How Does it Work?
During the fourth week of classes, students will be asked to take a survey. Survey results, along with admissions information, provide the basis for an individualized report identifying strengths and weaknesses and suggesting resources to address any potential problem areas early on. This report will help students take control of their education and Manhattan University experience, while connecting them with all the University has to offer.
### Who Views the Reports?
Each student is able to access his/her personal data in MAP-Works. Manhattan University Assistant Deans and Academic Advisors, Residence Hall Directors, Academic Support Staff, and other pertinent faculty and staff may access individual and aggregate results in order to create and further develop programs that help students in their transition to life at Manhattan. These professional staff members receive special training and are ethically and legally bound by FERPA regulations, Manhattan University confidentiality standards, and the MAP-Works confidentiality agreement.
More information about the MAP-Works program is available at the [MAP-Works website](http://www.map-works.com), or by contacting Brother Michael Shubnell at .
Below are testimonials from colleges and universities nationwide that have implemented the use of the MAP-Works program. [See what they have to say](http://www.webebi.com/community/testimonials).
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---
title: "Meet the Staff"
url: "/academics/academics-support/center-for-academic-success/meet-the-staff"
type: page
date: 2026-04-06
updated: 2026-04-26
---
# Meet the Staff
Academic Success
## Staff Contacts
[Sean Grennan ](/node/1745)**Learning Specialist in Reading and Writing**
Center for Academic Success
[Melinda Wilson ](/node/340)**Adjunct, Director of the Center for Academic Success**
English, Center for Academic Success
[718-862-7782](tel:718-862-7782)
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---
title: "Study Hall Requirements"
url: "/academics/academic-support/student-athlete-academic-success-services/study-hall-requirements"
type: page
date: 2026-04-06
updated: 2026-04-26
---
# Study Hall Requirements
## Study Hall Requirements
1. Both incoming Freshmen and Transfer students are required to complete three hours of study hall per week for the first semester. Continuing students with a 2.59 and below are required to complete three hours of study hall per week as well. Incoming students have their first semester to meet the study hall requirements of SAASS and their team policy to test out of study hall. Study Hall is to be completed in the SAASS Study Hall Room (THO 3.23). A one (1) hour MINIMUM is required each time you sign in.
2. Presidential Scholarships are awarded to highly qualified students in the top 15% of the Manhattan University applicant pool. As incoming freshmen, if you receive the Presidential Scholarship, you are exempt from study hall for your first semester.
### Study Hall Hours
Mandatory study hall hours must be completed during the following times:
Sunday: 12:00PM – 8:00PM
Monday – Thursday: 9:00AM – 8:00PM
Friday: 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Hours may be completed in the Center for Academic Success or under the supervision of a SAASS staff member. A one (1) hour **minimum** is required each time you sign in. You may log a **maximum** of three (3) hours per day. This can be done in three (3) consecutive hours or in three separate one (1) hour time blocks. The following activities will count toward study hall hours:
- Tutor Appointment
- Writing Center Appointments
- SI Sessions
As always, a one (1) hour minimum is required. Study hall will begin the 2nd week of each semester (once Add/Drop ends) and ends the week before final exams begin.
All student-athletes with a 2.2 CUM GPA and below are required to do their study hall hours while SAASS staff in the office. If you are having trouble finding time to complete your required study hall hours during this time, please see your SAASS staff member and they will assist you in setting up a schedule.
All student-athletes **must** have a working Manhattan University ID card to sign into study hall. Student-athletes will swipe themselves in and then hand their ID card to the student worker at the front desk where it will remain until they are ready to leave. Once you are ready to leave study hall, the student worker will sign them out and give them their ID card back.
In order to ensure study hall is conducive to academic work (quiet, not over crowded, etc.), study hall will be capped at 25 student-athletes. If there are already 25 student-athletes when you arrive, you will be asked to return at another time. If you are having trouble finding time to complete your required study hall hours, please see your SAASS staff member and they will assist you in setting up a schedule.
Emergencies and extenuating circumstances are the only acceptable reasons for not completing the five (5) hours during the week. These should be discussed with your SAASS staff member and the student-athlete, not a parent or coach. **Do not bring forth any other excuse**, as it will not be accepted. You must learn to manage your time and plan accordingly each week for all of your activities, interests and requirements. Our office will assist you with this if you are having difficulty.
### Reports
Study hall attendance reports will be sent to coaches at 9:00AM on Monday mornings. All study hall hours must be completed before 5:00PM on Friday. Consequences for those who do not complete their required hours of study hall each week during the current semester are as follows:
**First time:** Action taken by coach (documented to the academic advisor).
**Second time:** Action taken by coach (documented to the academic advisor), plus 1 additional study hall hour the following week. If the respective hours plus the 1 additional hour is not completed in the following week, the student will be at his/her third offense.
**Third time:** Action taken by coach (documented to the academic advisor), plus 2 additional study hall hours the following week. If the respective hours plus 2 additional hours are not completed in the following week, the student will be at his/her fourth offense.
**Fourth time:** Meeting with sport administrator, potential suspension from the next regular-season competition.
**Fifth time:** Meeting with Director of Intercollegiate Athletics, potential suspension from all team activities for one calendar week during his/her regular season
**If a student-athlete does not meet their required hours more than five (5) times, they will be referred to the Athletic Director/Athletic Administration for further consequences.**
\*\*In extenuating circumstances such as team travel (for a number of days during the week) and championship events, the coach can contact the academic advisor to discuss the required hours for that particular week.
### Study Hall Rules
1. Be respectful of your fellow Jaspers! You are responsible for utilizing this time and will be asked to leave immediately and will not receive credit for the session you are attending if you deny anyone else the opportunity to be productive.
2. You are responsible for signing in and out of study hall by swiping in with your student ID or speaking with the monitor or advisor present. If you sign out prior to completing the one (1) hour minimum, you will not receive credit for the time. You may stay a maximum of three (3) hours.
3. You must be present in study hall. If you sign into study hall and leave for more than 10 minutes, you will be automatically signed out. A student-athlete will not be permitted to sign in and then visit another office on campus (professor, coach, trainer, etc.).
4. Come prepared to work: textbooks, notebooks, laptops, etc.
5. Study hall is to remain quiet (unless working with a tutor or supplemental instructor). This time is dedicated to school work!
6. Cell phones must be off and away.
7. No hats, hoods or headphones. Should your work require you to utilize headphones, you should let the monitor know and keep the volume low, as to not bother other students.
8. No social media! Non-academic use of computers/laptops is **not allowed**. If you are caught using the computer for any other reason than schoolwork, you will be signed out of study hall without your knowledge and lose the hours.
9. Due to busy schedules, you are permitted to eat in study hall but please be courteous of those around you. Be sure to throw away all garbage and clean up your area when finished. **No eating at the computers.**
10. Always assume you have to complete all of your study hall hours every week, even on short academic weeks. SAASS staff will inform you and the coaching staff otherwise if there is a reduction of hours (ex. during holiday week). **Do not** call/text/email your SAASS staff member to ask, they will let you know!
11. No unauthorized guests allowed in study hall.
12. All personal belongings (including athletic equipment) must be kept neatly tucked away under a desk.
\*Violating any study hall rule will result in dismissal from study hall and loss of any hours completed.
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title: "Study Abroad"
url: "/academics/resources/study-abroad"
type: page
date: 2026-04-06
updated: 2026-05-31
---
# Study Abroad
Academics
# Study Abroad
**See the world, expand your perspective and make study abroad part of your Manhattan University experience.**
Study abroad can be an important part of your undergraduate journey regardless of your major. Having enriching cross-cultural experiences in new environments can lead to big discoveries and change the way you see the world and yourself.
[ Fall & Spring Semester Programs ](/academics/resources/study-abroad/fall-spring-semester-programs)
[ Summer & Winter Semester Programs ](/academics/resources/study-abroad/short-term-programs)
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From engineering programs in France to religion programs in Japan, Manhattan University students can study abroad in locations across the world.
Students who participate in study abroad often find it to be one of the most memorable and meaningful experiences of their university careers. Regardless of your major, cross-cultural learning in a new environment can lead to personal and academic growth, while changing the way you see the world and yourself.
Manhattan University offers a variety of study abroad opportunities to fit your course of study, interests and schedule. Programs vary in length, from one to two weeks during January intersession or spring break, to two to four weeks in the summer, a full semester or an academic year.
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## Study Abroad
### Why Study Abroad?
Study abroad can be an important part of your undergraduate journey regardless of your major. Having enriching cross-cultural experiences in new environments can lead to big discoveries and change the way you see the world and yourself.
### Explore Our Programs
**From engineering programs in France to religion programs in Japan, you can study abroad in locations across the world.**
Students who participate in study abroad typically find it to be one of the best experiences of their entire college careers. Regardless of your major, cross-cultural experiences in new environments can lead to personal and academic growth and change the way you see the world and yourself.
**Summer & Winter Semester Programs**(2-6 weeks during breaks)
- There are two study abroad intersession break programs.
- Winter intersession: 1-2 weeks, or
- Summer Session: 2-6 weeks.
- Allow students the opportunity to explore a different country while taking 1-2 classes.
- Attend short-term MU faculty-led programs as early as the summer following your freshman year.
[View Summer & Winter Semester Programs](/academics/resources/study-abroad/short-term-programs "Summer & Winter Semester Programs")
**Fall & Spring Semester Programs** (full semester)
- These full semester programs allow students to fully immerse themselves in their host city and take classes at our partner institutions.
- 12 partner institutions are located in Madrid, Rome, Paris, Beauvais, Barcelona, France, Italy, Ireland, Shanghai, and Argentina.
- The programs can be an entire semester, or even as long as an academic year.
[View Fall & Spring Semester Programs](/academics/resources/study-abroad/fall-spring-semester-programs "Fall & Spring Semester Programs")
### Cost and Financial Aid
#### Summer and Winter Programs
Short-term faculty-led programs during winter intersession and summer vary in cost by location and program length. Costs are typically close to the cost of tuition for the three or six credits earned.
Program costs generally include credits earned, airfare, housing abroad, in-country transportation, international health insurance, and entrance fees for site visits and cultural activities included in the itinerary.
As an example, a two-week faculty-led winter program in 2025 cost approximately $5,950. Prices may vary by program and year.
Financial aid usually cannot be applied to short-term winter and summer programs.
#### Fall and Spring Semester Programs
On average, the cost of studying abroad for a full semester is comparable to a semester at Manhattan University, and financial aid may often be used toward these expenses.
Typical semester study abroad costs may include:
- Manhattan University tuition and fees
- Study abroad fee, currently $730
- Room and board paid to the housing provider
- Airfare
Federal, state and institutional financial aid may often be applied to Manhattan University-run semester programs.
#### Study Abroad Scholarships
Partial scholarships may be available for eligible students accepted into faculty-led winter intersession, summer and full-semester study abroad programs.
[Learn more about study abroad scholarships](/node/1962)
### Preparing to go abroad
A successful academic experience abroad begins with careful planning. Start planning in your freshman year whether you have selected a major yet or not.
[Learn more about preparing to go abroad](/academics/resources/study-abroad/preparing-to-go-abroad "Preparing to Go Abroad")
### Speak with a Study Abroad staff member
We offer a variety of opportunities to suit your course of study and interests, including study abroad locations around the world and away in other U.S. locations. Programs vary in duration from one to two weeks during January intersession or spring break; two to four weeks in the summer; a full semester; or even as long as an academic year.
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Planning is key to taking advantage of these exceptional opportunities and we’re here to help. As early as freshman year, you should visit the Office of Study Abroad to discuss your options in addition to consulting with your academic advisers. In fact, you can attend short-term MU faculty-led programs as early as the summer following your freshman year.
To be eligible to study abroad, you must be in good academic standing with a general cumulative GPA of 2.75 or above and not have any holds on your MU student account. You must receive a grade of C or better in your courses abroad to earn academic credit.
### Make an appointment with a study abroad staff member
Want to learn more about study abroad? Schedule a meeting with a staff member to discuss full-semester and/or short-term study abroad options that are available to MU students. We can discuss program details, housing, costs, and course options.
[Make an appointment](https://calendly.com/studyabroad-mc/study-abroad-student-meeting)
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---
title: "Preparing to Go Abroad"
url: "/academics/resources/study-abroad/preparing-to-go-abroad"
type: page
date: 2026-04-06
updated: 2026-05-20
---
# Preparing to Go Abroad
## Preparing to Go Abroad
A successful academic experience abroad begins with careful planning. Start planning in your freshman year whether you have selected a major yet or not.
### Selecting a Program
Manhattan University offers a wide variety of study abroad programs and students sometimes aren't sure how to narrow down their options. A good place to start is to consider the following questions:
- What are the reasons I want to study abroad? What goals do I want to accomplish?
- What are my top priorities? This could include: location; academic flexibility; ability to pursue foreign language instruction; length of time abroad; budget; or other factors.
- Do I meet the basic qualifications to apply? (Most programs require general cumulative GPA of 2.75. Short-term programs require that you have completed your freshman year of study; full-semester programs require at least sophomore status).
After you reflected on your goals, priorities, and eligibility, set up an appointment with a member of the Office of Study Abroad to identify specific study abroad programs that meet your needs and interests. We can also connect you with students who have participated in a program in the past so that you can make a more informed decision.
### Planning Guidelines
**Carefully plan your course of study.**
Students who study abroad for a full semester typically do so during sophomore or junior year, whereas students who participate in a short-term program may go abroad any time following the conclusion of their second semester at Manhattan. The more elective courses kept open, the greater the flexibility in choosing appropriate programs and courses abroad.
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**Coordinate with your academic advisors.**
Get approval from your School's Assistant Dean and your departmental major/minor advisor. First, meet with the Office of Study Abroad to receive information about the options available and to discuss what you want to do, where, and for how long; then, meet with your academic advisors to discuss how your study abroad plans fit into the overall degree program you are pursuing.
**Consult the Office of Financial Aid.**
Make sure to meet with the Financial Aid Office to discuss your plans to study abroad and your individual financial aid profile. The ability to apply your financial aid to study abroad depends on the type of program you choose and your individual aid package. There are also both internal (MU) and external [scholarships available](/academics/resources/study-abroad/scholarships-financial-aid "Scholarships & Financial Aid") to help support study abroad.
**Get it in writing.**
Work with the Office of Study Abroad and your program advisor to confirm that the courses and credits you are planning to take abroad will meet your academic needs. Get approval for credit transfer in writing from your Assistant Dean and your major/minor advisor by filling out a Form A (the Office of Study Abroad will provide this form to you).
**Earn Credits Toward Your Degree.**
You will not receive credit for courses that duplicate material studied at Manhattan University. To earn credit, you must:
- Earn a C or better in each course except where the major department requires a higher grade
- For a full-semester program, carry a full course load (minimum 12 credits)
*Please note, students who fall under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) immigration policy should read this* [information about DACA student participation in study abroad programs">*information about DACA student participation in study abroad programs*](/academics/resources/study-abroad/common-questions "Common Questions")*.*
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---
title: "Scholarships & Financial Aid | Study Abroad"
url: "/academics/resources/study-abroad/scholarships-financial-aid"
type: page
date: 2026-04-06
updated: 2026-05-29
---
# Scholarships & Financial Aid | Study Abroad
## Scholarships & Financial Aid
We offer a variety of resources and support to help make study abroad a memorable part of your Manhattan University experience, whether you dream of studying business in Barcelona for a semester or traveling to Japan for ten days as part of a Religious Studies course.
### Scholarships
Scholarships can cover a portion or all of your expenses depending on the destination and duration of your program. It’s wise to plan ahead — some application deadlines are a year in advance of travel.
If you have been awarded a scholarship at Manhattan University, a portion of your scholarship money may apply to a Manhattan University semester abroad program. Full Manhattan University scholarship funds will apply to Manhattan University-run full-semester programs (for example, Spring semester in Madrid) as well as MU-affiliated exchange programs. If you're not sure if your program qualifies, inquire with the Office of Study Abroad.
Additionally, the University awards several scholarships specifically for undergraduate study abroad. Information about the scholarships available for a given term is typically sent out to the University community the semester prior to departure (for example, scholarship information for winter and spring programs is usually released in the fall). The scholarships are:
**Michael '58 and Aimee Kakos Scholarship**
Founded in 2002 by Michael and Aimee Kakos to encourage young Americans to understand and apprecite other cultures and peoples. Tuition assistance will be provided to deserving undergraduates who have been approved for a foreign study program. Applicants must show an appreciation for being given the opportunity to learn more about the world and demonstrate an understanding of other cultures and peoples.
**Kate Anne McNeil Study Abroad Scholarship**
This scholarship was established to memorialize Kate’s life and is meant to help other students take advantage of the many historic and cultural opportunities available overseas, especially in London.
**Major John H. Mark '00 Scholarship**
Established in 2015 by family and friends to honor the memory of John H. Mark, Jr., this scholarship provides tuition assistance to students accepted into a study abroad program. It is the goal of the scholarship to honor John's extraordinary spirit of adventure by encouraging productive exploration among young scholars.
**External Scholarships**
There are hundreds of scholarships offered each year through various groups, organizations, and businesses. Students are strongly encouraged to research available scholarships and to apply to as many as possible. Past students have reported that doing so has made a significant difference in making study abroad more accessible!
Manhattan University is not affiliated with any of the scholarships or search engines listed below and does not endorse them. This list should serve as a starting place for students to find scholarships; it is each student’s responsibility to ensure that any scholarship they select is legitimate and that they meet the eligibility criteria.
External scholarships and scholarship search engines:
- [The National Security Education Program (NSEP)](https://www.nsep.gov/content/initiatives)
- [DAAD-German Academic Exchange Service](https://www.daad.org/en/)
- [The National Italian American Foundation](http://www.niaf.org/scholarships/)
- [Irish American Scholars Program](http://irishamericanscholars.com/)
- [Boren Award](https://www.borenawards.org/): Only for study in a country outside of Western Europe, Canada, Australia or New Zealand; requires language study while abroad. Students with questions should reach out to the Associate Director of Graduate and Fellowship Advisement, Adriane Bilous ().
- [BUTEX Scholarships](https://www.butex.ac.uk/scholarships/): Only for study in the United Kingdom
- [Diversity Abroad Overseas Ambassador Program](https://www.diversityabroad.com/overseas-ambassadors)
- [Gilman Scholarship](https://www.gilmanscholarship.org/): The Gilman Scholarship is administered by the Department of State and awards funds to underrepresented students of limited financial means. Students must be eligible to receive Pell Grant funding in order to apply. Students with questions should reach out to the Associate Director of Graduate and Fellowship Advisement, Adriane Bilous ().
- [GoOverseas Scholarship ](https://www.gooverseas.com/scholarships/study-abroad-application)
- [HI USA Explore the World Travel Scholarships](https://www.hiusa.org/programs/travel-scholarships/explore-the-world-program-details)
- [Rotary Scholarships ](https://www.rotary.org/en/our-programs/scholarships)
- [Study Abroad Journal Scholarship](https://www.thestudyabroadjournal.com/study-abroad-scholarship/)
- [Tortuga Study Abroad Scholarship](https://www.tortugabackpacks.com/pages/study-abroad-scholarship)
- [DiversityAbroad Scholarship Search](https://www.diversityabroad.com/search/scholarships/SEMESTER)
- [FastWeb](https://www.fastweb.com/)
- GoAbroad.com Scholarship Search Engine
- [NAFSA U.S. Study Abroad Scholarships and Grant List](https://www.nafsa.org/about/about-international-education/us-study-abroad-scholarships-and-grants-list)
- [Scholarship Portal](https://www.scholarshipportal.com/)
- [Study in Australia Scholarship Search (Australia only)](https://www.studyinaustralia.gov.au/english/australian-education/scholarships)
### Financial Aid
Whether or not you are able to apply some or all of your financial aid towards your study program will depend on many factors, including the length of your program, if it is affiliated with Manhattan University or not, and whether your program charges are assessed by Manhattan University or by a third-party program provider, among other things. Financial aid typically does not apply to short-term summer or winter intersession programs, although there are some exceptions. It can, however, often be used towards full-semester program costs. Come in to speak with a member of the Office of Study Abroad to learn more about how your federal, state, and institutional financial aid can be applied towards study abroad. In addition, contact the [Office of Financial Aid](/admissions/financial-aid "Financial Aid") for more information on how your individual aid package may be used towards studying abroad.
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title: "Common Questions"
url: "/academics/resources/study-abroad/common-questions"
type: page
date: 2026-04-06
updated: 2026-04-26
---
# Common Questions
Study Abroad
## Common Questions
Planning your journey can be a confusing process. That's we've compiled a short list of answers to the most frequently asked questions. But don't forget: you can always contact our expert staff to help you along.
### #### Are all students eligible for study abroad?
All undergraduate students, regardless of major, who are in good standing with a GPA of at least 2.75 are eligible to apply to study abroad.
Most full semester programs require sophomore or junior status. If you plan to study abroad for a full semester as a sophomore, you should have a clear idea of your major or concentration before applying. First-semester seniors may also be eligible to study abroad.
Short-term winter and summer programs require that students have completed their freshman year, meaning that students are eligible to participate in a short program as early as the summer after their freshman year.
See information for students who fall under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) immigration policy, further down this page.
### #### Do I need to major in a foreign language in order to study abroad?
No. There are programs for any major and any field of study. Make an appointment to speak with a Study Abroad staffmember about your interests and goals, as well as the options available to you.
### #### Am I required to be proficient in the host country language to study abroad?
Foreign language proficiency is not required in order to study abroad. Some programs offer foreign language coursework but otherwise all instruction is in English.
For full-semester programs: academic options are usually available at various foreign language levels as well as in English. You can take courses in English or in a foreign language, or you can combine courses, some in English, and some in the foreign language. Most full-semester programs also offer either credit-bearing or noncredit language programs to help you be successful in your host country.
For short-term programs: all instruction is in English (unless the course you are taking abroad is specifically a foreign language course). However, students often do find it helpful to have some basic language skills while traveling and you are encouraged to take a course in the Department of Modern Languages & Literatures to prepare for your travels!
### #### Are all credits earned abroad transferable to Manhattan University?
All study abroad credits are pre-approved by your academic advisors prior to your departure for your host country. This ensures that you have confirmation that your credits will indeed transfer back to Manhattan University and that they will apply towards your MU degree program.
Students are required to register only for those courses they have had pre-approved; non-approved courses are not guaranteed to transfer back to MU or towards your degree program. You must earn the equivalent of a grade of C or better in order to transfer the credits back to MU. Credits earned for courses not taught by a Manhattan University faculty member will not be calculated into your GPA.
### #### Will I graduate on time if I study abroad?
Yes, since all MU study abroad program are credit-bearing, your participation in a program abroad should help you make progress in your degree, rather than holding you back. Consulting with your advisors early on is crucial to a successful completion of a program. We recommend that you start planning during your freshman year, particularly for full-semester opportunities.
### #### How much do study abroad courses cost?
On average, the cost of studying abroad for a semester is comparable to a semester at Manhattan University and financial aid may often be used towards these expenses.
The cost for a short-term program varies by location but is typically close to the cost of tuition for the 3 or 6 credits earned and includes the credits earned, airfare, accommodation abroad, in-country transportation, international health insurance, and entrance for all site and cultural visits included in the itinerary.
### #### Are there scholarships available for study abroad?
There are [several scholarships](/academics/resources/study-abroad/scholarships-financial-aid "Scholarships & Financial Aid") offered through Manhattan University for study abroad. In addition, many third-party organizations offer partial scholarships. To get more information about looking for external study abroad scholarships, make an appointment to speak with a member of the Office of Study Abroad.
### #### Is financial aid available to those who plan to study abroad?
For full-semester programs: if you are currently receiving financial aid, you can typically apply your aid package to your program if it is affiliated with Manhattan University.
Short-term programs do not typically allow for financial aid to be applied; some students may be able to request additional loan funds to help cover their program expenses.
There are [scholarships](/academics/resources/study-abroad/scholarships-financial-aid "Scholarships & Financial Aid") available for both full-semester and short programs and all students are encouraged to apply.
### #### What if I need to cancel my program? Are deposits refundable?
Notify the Office of Study Abroad immediately if you decide to withdraw from a program. All deposits are non-refundable, as they are used to secure flights, accommodations, and other components of your program; airlines, hotels, and other travel logistics providers have very strict refund policies.
### #### Is work available abroad?
Rarely, as most countries have stringent labor laws. On occasions, students might find jobs in interpreting, teaching English or child care.
### #### Where do students live abroad?
For full-semester programs: housing arrangements vary according to the country and program. Students typically have the option to live in apartments or with host families; dormitory space may also be available depending on the program. Study Abroad staff work with all accepted students to review the housing options and determine the best fit for each traveler.
For short-term programs, housing abroad is included in the program fee. The exact housing arrangements vary by program but students are typically placed by the Office of Study Abroad in either local hotels, apartments, or university residence halls. These accommodations are usually shared double rooms.
### #### Are there internships available during a study abroad program?
Internships may be available through select short-term and full-semester study abroad programs. Full-semester internships are often limited in availability because of visa requirements. All internship positions must be approved by Manhattan University according to the rules and regulations followed for registering internships.
### #### What if I am a DACA student?
Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) is a U.S. immigration policy that allows certain U.S. aliens who entered the country as minors to receive a renewable two-year period of deferred action from deportation. Manhattan University will neither prevent nor hinder any DACA students from participating in study abroad programs. However, it is the University’s strong recommendation that such students wait to register for a study abroad program until the current United States presidential administration outlines or clarifies its policies regarding DACA students.
Furthermore, the University cannot facilitate or intervene on behalf of a DACA student’s re-entry to the U.S. should he/her encounter any difficulties. DACA students who opt to register for a study abroad program will do so at their own risk.
DACA students can study abroad and return to the U.S. **under current procedures** when granted advance parole and citing "educational" purposes as the reason for travel. There is a fee involved (currently $360) which is not covered by financial aid. Additionally, advance parole is only valid until its expiration so that a student must plan accordingly leaving ample time for e.g. unanticipated travel delays. Students who fail to return before their advance parole expires run the risk on being denied re-entry. DACA students also need to apply well in advance of their planned trip so that they have advance parole prior to traveling. If there any issuance delays, the student would not be able to travel and would at risk for losing travel and/or lodging deposits or other fees paid in advance.
In addition to consulting the guidelines at the [U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service website](https://www.uscis.gov/humanitarian/consideration-deferred-action-childhood-arrivals-process/frequently-asked-questions#DACA%20process), DACA students who decide to study abroad should seek counsel outside of the University to ensure they understand the risks and plan accordingly.
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---
title: "Application Process"
url: "/academics/resources/study-abroad/application-process"
type: page
date: 2026-04-06
updated: 2026-04-26
---
# Application Process
## Application Process
### Apply Early
The earlier you begin the application process, the more time you will have to gather information and select the best program for you.
Once you have decided [which program(s) you wish to apply to](/academics/study-abroad/study-abroad-programs/index.php#?category=All&letter=All&pageSize=10&pageIndex=1#1), the steps in your application process will depend on whether you are applying for short-term (winter or summer intersession) program or a full-semester program.
We recommend that you subscribe to the [Study Abroad Mailing List](http://goo.gl/forms/hVA8skVtDR) to receive updates about upcoming information sessions, program options, and application deadlines
**Short-Term (winter or summer) Program Application Overview:**
1. As soon as you decide to study abroad, check that you have a passport that is valid for at least six months after you are planning to return to the US from your time overseas. In other words, your passport must be valid until the estimated end date of your program abroad plus another six months. Study Abroad personnel will not purchase airline tickets on your behalf without a copy of a valid passport; in addition, not having a valid passport could delay the visa process (if your program requires one).
2. Attend an information session about the program(s) that most interest you. There you will learn about the program academics, dates, logistics, cost, and application process/timeline. Information sessions are typically held early in the semester prior to travel (so, in September for Winter programs and in February for Summer programs).
3. Email to request a Form A. Complete the Form A and email it to your Assistant Dean for their approval and signature. Once received back from your Assistant Dean, sign the form yourself.
4. Complete the online application form, which you can access via the link emailed to you by the Office of Study Abroad with the blank Form A. You will submit your completed Form A and a short personal statement of between 200-300 words via the online application form.
5. Once you have submitted your completed Form A and online application form, the Office of Study Abroad will review your application and email you with a decision. Students who are accepted into a program will be provided with a link to make a deposit payment online. Space in each program is limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis based on which students complete the deposit payment process first.
6. Upon successfully submitting your deposit, the Office of Study Abroad will confirm your place in the program and will work with you to complete other required pre-departure steps, including purchasing your flights, providing finalized details of your housing abroad, securing international health insurance, and getting your visa (if required; most short-term programs do not require a visa if you are a United States citizen).
**Full-Semester Program Application Overview:**
1. [Make an appointment with an Office of Study Abroad staff member for advising and to ensure your eligibility.](https://calendly.com/mcstudyabroad/study-abroad-student-meeting)
2. As soon as you decide to study abroad, check that you have a passport that is valid for at least six months after you are planning to return to the US from your time overseas. In other words, your passport must be valid until the estimated end date of your program abroad plus another six months. Not having a valid passport could seriously delay the visa process (if your program requires one), potentially resulting in additional expense and/or a delayed departure to your host country.
3. Working with the Office of Study Abroad, select the courses you wish to take while overseas. Note that many host schools abroad finalize course registration upon your arrival overseas; however, the course approval process you complete before you depart for your program will help you be prepared to complete your registration at your host school with pre-approved courses. The Office of Study Abroad will provide you with specific information about your chosen program's registration process and course offerings.
4. Request a Form A from Study Abroad: this document will formalize your preliminary course choices. Add your course choices to your Form A and bring the document to your major/minor advisor and your School's Assistant Dean for their approval and signature. Be sure to select at least two alternate courses in addition to your main selections as backup options. In addition, you will also need to discuss your schedule for the semester following your time abroad when you meet with your advisors. *You are responsible for registering online for the coming semester while you are abroad.*
5. Once you have submitted your completed Form A to the Office of Study Abroad, the staff will work with you to complete other required pre-departure steps, including planning your flights, housing, international health insurance, and visa (if required).
6. Please note that you are responsible for requesting that an official transcript from your host institution/program be mailed to the Office of Study Abroad at Manhattan University as soon as possible following the completion of your program.
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title: "Incoming Exchange Program"
url: "/academics/resources/study-abroad/incoming-exchange-program"
type: page
date: 2026-04-06
updated: 2026-04-26
---
# Incoming Exchange Program
## Incoming Exchange Program
Manhattan University welcomes students from the One La Salle network and from the University's partner schools abroad to study in Riverdale for a semester and experience everything Manhattan has to offer.
Manhattan University provides students a beautiful campus with a close-knit community and easy access to New York City. Our excellent location offers a unique and safe way to experience one of the world’s greatest cities and all it has to give. Students are invited and expected to become involved on campus while studying at MU and to participate in efforts to build a global Lasallian community as well as individual international awareness. Students are encouraged to participate in a wide range of campus activities that include intramural sports, student clubs, and a broad variety of social events and opportunities to engage in volunteer work.
Read on for more information about studying at Manhattan University as an exchange student!
### General Information
**Location:** Riverdale, New York City. Located about 10 miles north of midtown Manhattan, our campus is a five-minute walk from the #1 subway line and a 40-minute subway ride to Times Square.
**Contact for incoming exchange students:** Regina Moores, Associate Director of Global Engagement:
**Provisional 2025-2026 semester dates (includes final exam period):**
- Fall semester: August 25 - December 13, 2025
- Spring semester: January 21 - May 16, 2026
### Application Process
Students must first be nominated by their home university and then must submit the following application documents to Manhattan University:
- Manhattan University application form (Online)
- Color copy of valid passport
- Official transcript of academic results from home university
- Language proficiency exam certificate
- Cover letter regarding motivation for study at Manhattan University
Once students are admitted to study on exchange at Manhattan University, they will need to additionally submit:
- Certificate of Financial Responsibility and recent bank statements that shows available funds
- Signed J-1 Health Insurance Compliance letter
- Manhattan University Health Forms
- Proof of Health Insurance (more information below)
**GPA**
In general, students who present a minimum 2.75 cumulative grade point average from previous university-level coursework are considered for admission.
**English Language Proficiency Requirement**
Incoming exchange students are required to submit the results of an English Proficiency Test as part of their application. Students can take any of the below accepted language proficiency exams and must receive the minimum score (or higher) indicated below:
- TOEFL minimum score of 80
- IELTS minimum score of 6.5
- TOEIC minimum score of 730
- Duolingo English Test minimum score of 110
- Cambridge English minimum score of 180
Equivalent results from alternative English language proficiency exams will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
**Application Deadlines**
- For Fall semester or academic year (August start): April 30
- For Spring semester (January start): October 18
### Academic Information
Manhattan University encompasses three Schools:
1. **The O'Malley School of Business** (includes Accounting, Business Analytics, CIS & Law, Economics & Finance, and Management & Marketing)
2. **The Kakos School of Arts and Sciences** (includes Education, Computer Science, Biological and Chemical Sciences, Communication, Sound, Media Arts and Performing Arts, English, World Languages and Literatures, History, Political Science and International Studies, Kinesiology, Mathematics and Physics, Organizational Leadership, Radiation Therapy Technology, Religion and Philosophy, Psychology, and Sociology)
3. **The School of Engineering** (includes Chemical, Civil & Environmental, Electrical & Computer, and Mechanical Engineering, and Air and Space Studies)
All undergraduate (Bachelor’s) academic programs are open to both One La Salle applicants and applicants from Manhattan University's exchange partners. Eligibility for specific programs will be determined based on the applicant’s academic background and qualifications. The language of instruction for all programs is English.
### Housing Information
Incoming exchange students are required to **reside on-campus** for the duration of their time at Manhattan University. The Room & Board fees include the cost of living on-campus and a meal plan that covers the cost of eating at the on-campus dining hall and cafes. Students will be placed into residence halls that feature double- or triple-occupancy rooms; private rooms are limited in availability and for a higher fee.
### Fees
**Please see below the updated fees for Fall 2025 academic semester.**
- Room Fee: **US$5,775** per semester
- Includes housing in a shared room on campus
- Meal Plan Fee: **US$4,200** per semester
- Includes a High Use meal plan of 315 entries to an unlimited buffet
- Comprehensive Fee: **US$1,100** per semester
- Includes all remaining fees such as the Information Services Fee and Campus Health Center Fee
- Residency Security Deposit: **US$300**
- This security deposit is refunded after the end of the term less any room damages assessed
**Total for One Semester of study at MU: US$11,375**
- This total includes the US$300 residency security deposit, which is refunded after the end of the term less any room damages assessed. The remaining US$11,075 is nonrefundable.
Students are asked to submit an initial non-refundable deposit of US$400 when they are officially accepted to the exchange program in order to secure their place at MU. This enrollment deposit goes towards the student's Room and Board Fees. The remainder of the fees are invoiced and typically due about one month before the semester begins.
**Additional Expenses**
In addition to the fees listed above, the following are estimated additional expenses for which incoming exchange students are responsible and for which they should budget:
- **Visa fees:** US$220 I-901 fee + US$185 machine readable visa fee
- **Round-trip flights to New York City:** varies widely depending on the student's home location
- **Books & supplies:** about US$600 per semester
- **In-country transportation:** about US$450 per semester
- **Miscellaneous expenses:** about US$600 per semester
Note that these expenses are not directly billed by Manhattan University; rather, they are additional costs that incoming students can expect to have over the course of their time in the United States.
### Health Insurance
**Exchange students are required to purchase or show proof of adequate insurance coverage for student visa purposes.** You are strongly encouraged to consider policies that will provide comprehensive coverage for medical coverage while in the United States (injury, illness, hospitalization, outpatient care, emergency services, prescription drug coverage, laboratory services, mental health care, wellness services, chronic disease treatment, accident and personal liability, medical evacuation and repatriation expenses) as well as coverage for all travel arrangements (cancellations, curtailment, lost baggage, lost passport/documents, delayed departure). In order to stay compliant with your visa, your plan ***must cover at least US$100,000 for accidental/illness, US$25,000 repatriation, and have a deductible of US$500 or less.*** If you are unable to locate suitable insurance coverage, you are eligible to purchase the Manhattan University Student Health Insurance Plan (MC-SHIP). For more information, contact the Office of Global Engagement and Study Abroad.
## Visa
All incoming students must apply for a J-1 exchange visitor visa in the "Student (University/University)" category prior to arrival in the United States. This visa will allow program participants to legally enter the United States and to study there for the duration of their program. Students will be provided with the paperwork and documentation they will need to apply for this visa once they are officially accepted to the program.
*Although this page has been written and reviewed carefully, all responsibility for verifying the current accuracy of the information it contains rests with the reader. All listed information, requirements, values, and fees are subject to change.*
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---
title: "Staff Contacts"
url: "/academics/resources/study-abroad/staff-contacts"
type: page
date: 2026-04-07
updated: 2026-05-19
---
# Staff Contacts
Study Abroad
# Staff Contacts
Dr. Ricardo Dello Buono
Executive Director
(718) 862-7527
Dr. Emmett Ryan
Director
(718) 862-7527
Office Information
Campus Location
Miguel Hall, 3rd Floor
Office of Global Engagement and Study Abroad
Office Suite 3.01
Office Hours
Monday - Friday
9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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---
title: "Travel Tips"
url: "/academics/resources/study-abroad/travel-tips"
type: page
date: 2026-04-07
updated: 2026-04-26
---
# Travel Tips
## Travel Tips
In our office's 40-plus years coordinating study abroad, we've picked up some simple tips that will help ensure your travels are safe, fun and fulfilling.
### Baggage & Packing
Check with your airline for their specific rules and regulations on baggage and be sure to obey them closely. Any excess baggage charges are the responsibility of the passenger.
In case your checked bag goes astray, we recommend that you include the following items in your carry-on:
- A change of clothing
- A toothbrush and airline-compliant toiletries
- Any prescription drugs
- All important documents (e.g., plane ticket, visa, passport, international health insurance card)
As you begin to pack, be sure to research the climate and weather in your host city, as well as cultural norms around clothing. In addition to your usual wardrobe items, we suggest you bring:
- Comfortable shoes
- A raincoat or umbrella
- Clothing appropriate for the cultural and/or business visits you'll be completing as part of your program. Religious sites may require modest clothing and business visits will require professional attire
- Ample prescription medication (if necessary)
- Toiletries (although they can be purchased abroad)
- A small first aid kit
- A sewing kit
- A journal to document your experiences
Finally, don't overpack! Past students have reported that they wish they had packed less and left more room for souvenirs. Additionally, keep in mind that you will be responsible for navigating your luggage and you may need to carry your bags through the airport, up or down stairs, on cobbled streets or narrow sidewalks, etc. Only pack as much as you yourself can manage.
### Cell Phones
You should plan to have messaging and calling capabilities on your cell phone while abroad. Check with your own cell phone company to see what international plans and add-ons they offer. You may also opt to use internet-based services like Skype, iMessage, FaceTime, or WhatsApp, which can be more affordable options for international calling and messaging.
### Charging/Electricity
Electrical currents and plugs in foreign countries are often different from those used here in the US and it is likely that you will need to purchase a plug adapter and/or voltage converter to use your electronics abroad. For items like phone chargers and laptops, you should only need a plug adapter. You can purchase plug adapters through many online retailers. We encourage you not to purchase a voltage converter, as they are often expensive, heavy, and ineffective. We discourage you from bringing electronics that would require a voltage converter or which claim to be dual-voltage, such as hair dryers and straighteners.
You can find more information about the current and plugs used in the country where you will be studying on the [International Electrotechnical Commission website](https://www.iec.ch/worldplugs/list_bylocation.htm).
### Currency/Credit Cards
It is important to travel with more than one source of money so that you have backup options available. We recommend you travel with:
- An ATM/debit card, which will allow you to withdraw foreign currency from ATMs in your host city
- A small amount of foreign currency, which you can order through your bank prior to your travels
- A major American credit card. Be sure that you know your PIN, as this is often asked for when making transactions abroad!
- A small amount of American dollars
**Before departing the US, place a "travel notice" with your bank on any ATM/debit/credit cards you plan to use while abroad.** This will help ensure that your bank does not lock your cards for fraud when you use them overseas. You can set a travel notice by calling your bank, stopping in to speak with a teller, or via your bank's app.
### International Health Insurance
All study abroad students are required to have international health insurance coverage while traveling abroad. As a Manhattan University student, you carry your Manhattan University liability insurance while traveling. However, we advise that you carry additional medical insurance that covers routine care, emergency care, and medical repatriation. First, check with the Office of Study Abroad to see if international health insurance is included in your program fee. This is routinely the case for short-term programs and Manhattan University-run full-semester programs (including Madrid and Rome).
If you find that insurance is not included in your program, check with your domestic health insurance carrier to see if you are covered under your current policy for out-of-country travel. If it is not, you can purchase supplemental international health insurance for the duration of your program. Some insurance companies that offer insurance to students abroad are:
- [imglobal.com/index.aspx](http://www.imglobal.com/index.aspx)
- [hthworldwide.com](http://www.hthworldwide.com/)
- [internationalsos.com](http://www.internationalsos.com/)
- [medexassist.com](http://www.medexassist.com/)
- [gatewayplans.com](http://www.gatewayplans.com/)
- [wallach.com](http://www.wallach.com/)
- [myISIC.com](http://www.myisic.com/)
Please note that "international health insurance" is not the same as "travel insurance." International health insurance typically provides coverage for a wide range of health-related care overseas, from everyday doctor's visits to prescriptions to inpatient hospitalization and medical evacuation from your host country. Travel insurance often focuses on providing financial reimbursement for travel cancelation or interruption. While travel insurance can be helpful, you are required to have international health insurance.
### Passport & Visa
Everyone traveling abroad needs a [passport](https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports.html). Certain countries also require a visa; check with the Study Abroad office to determine what documents you need. If you have a passport, be sure that it will not expire while you are abroad and that it will be valid for at least six months after your return to the US. If you need to apply for a passport or visa, allow ample time to apply for these documents. They can take up to three months for processing.
If you are not a US citizen, please reach out to the Office of Study Abroad to inquire about how the visa process may vary for you.
### Legal Responsibilities
Keep in mind that once out of the U.S., you are leaving American protection and laws behind. Once abroad you will be responsible for your actions. If a law is broken, being a U.S. citizen will not protect you. Breaking a law that you are not aware of (ignorance of the law) is no protection from the consequences. Use good judgment and common sense; walk away from potential problem situations.
### Safety Recommendations
- Pickpockets are often more common abroad than they are in the US. Be aware of your belongings at all times, especially on public transportation. Carry your wallet and ID in a pouch that fastens around your neck or waist or in a zippered bag that you keep close at hand to protect yourself against pickpockets.
- Secure your original passport and and all important documents in your room once you arrive abroad. Carrying these documents with you every day increases the chance that you will lose them.
- Store photocopies of all important documents in your room abroad. In addition, leave photocopies of all important documents with family or a friend at home in the US.
- If you are going abroad for a full semester, take a set of extra passport size photos with you.
- Leave all valuable jewelry and electronics at home.
### Health Recommendations
Prior to your travels abroad, be sure to review the State Department and Centers for Disease Control websites for information about your host country:
- [State Department](https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel.html): Review health and security information about your destination. Make note of the address and contact information of the US Embassy/Consulate in or near your host city. As part of the study abroad pre-departure process, you will also be provided with information on how to register for the State Department's "Smart Traveller Enrollment Program."
- [Centers for Disease Control:](https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/list/) Review required and recommended vaccines as well as tips on staying healthy and safe while traveling.
***Have fun, study hard and be safe!***
---
---
title: "Information Technology Services"
url: "/offices/information-technology-services"
type: page
date: 2026-04-07
updated: 2026-05-28
---
# Information Technology Services
Offices
Information Technology Services
Information Technology Services (ITS) supports every student and employee on campus with a wide variety of services ranging from WiFi and Internet access, to classroom technology and computer lab support, to enterprise data management, to web services and more.
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## Need Technology Assistance?
Contact the ITS Help Desk for assistance with campus technology issues, including accounts, software, computer labs, wireless access, printing and other supported technology services.
- **Call:** [718-862-7973](tel:7188627973)
- **Email:**
- **Knowledge Base:** [Search ITS tutorials and support articles](https://manhattan.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/KB/)
## ITS Facilities and Services
Information Technology Services supports technology access across campus through computer labs, software resources, network connectivity and classroom technology.
- 18 computer labs with more than 500 computers across campus. [Check computer lab availability](https://webapps.manhattan.edu/LabSeat/).
- 24/7 computer lab access available in the library.
- Specialized labs with CAD/CAM workstations, digital audio and video editing tools, graphic arts software, math and statistical packages, and compilers. [View the full software list](https://manhattan.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/1932/Portal/KB/ArticleDet?ID=2768).
- Wireless network access throughout campus, including the library, academic buildings and common areas.
- Google Workspace accounts with email, file sharing and shared access to software applications.
- Laser printing in computer labs, including [wireless printing](https://webprint.manhattan.edu/).
- Ethernet connectivity available for students in University residence halls.
- Digital laser projectors available in classrooms.
---
---
title: "Phishing & Other Scams"
url: "/offices/information-technology-services/phishing-other-scams"
type: page
date: 2026-04-07
updated: 2026-06-01
---
# Phishing & Other Scams
## Phishing & Other Scams
As part of our commitment to safeguarding the university’s digital environment, ITS actively monitors and educates the campus community about phishing attempts and online scams. These deceptive messages—often appearing as legitimate emails, texts, or websites—are designed to trick users into revealing sensitive information such as passwords, financial data, or personal details. ITS works to block known threats, respond to reported incidents, and provide tools and guidance to help users identify and avoid these malicious schemes. Staying informed and vigilant is the best defense against cyber threats.
---
---
title: "Phish Bowl"
url: "/offices/information-technology-services/phish-bowl"
type: page
date: 2026-04-07
updated: 2026-06-01
---
# Phish Bowl
## Phish Bowl
### Staff Member Tests Positive – Verify Your Exposure
**Information****Description****Date**\*Dear Staff,\*
We are writing to inform you that a staff member has tested positive for a
contagious virus. As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and
healthy campus environment, we kindly ask you to verify whether you may
have been in close contact with the affected individual.
To check your exposure status, please log in to the Manhattan University
Portal as soon as possible.
If you have any questions or need further assistance, feel free to contact
University Health Services at .
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter and for your continued
cooperation in keeping our campus safe and healthy.
Sincerely,
\*Craig Collins\*
\*Vice President for Facilities\*
\*Manhattan University\*
2025/05/29**Subject**Staff Member Tests Positive – Verify Your Exposure**From**Craig Collins <info@{A British Scaffolding Company}.com>###
Incoming Message Blocked Queue Alert!
**Information****Description****Date**Dear
Our system has detected held messages associated with your account under
the domain 'manhattan.edu' at 8:02 PM Wed, May 28, 2025.
You currently have '2' Incoming messages, and a Total of '6' messages
being held.Your credentials is due for update.
You can change or keep your credentials
Keep Same Details
Failure to take action promptly will result to your account being deemed
dormant, all important data, including emails, files and folders will be
permanently deleted from our servers.
© manhattan.edu Administrator Services.
All Rights Reserved (c)2025
2025/05/29**Subject**Incoming Message Blocked Queue Alert!**From**manhattan.edu <nolim@{Construction Company}.co.bw>### Updated TimeSheet for Oct2024
**Information****Description****Date**Wed, 6 Nov 2024 14:26:56 +0000
From: Accounts Manhattan
Subject: Updated TimeSheet for Oct2024
\[Attached a credential harvesting HTML file posing as Microsoft Outlook's login webpage.\]
2024/11/06**Subject**Updated TimeSheet for Oct2024**From**Compromised Travel Agent Company### UCLA Remote Internship Opportunity – Apply Now!
**Information****Description****Date**Tue, 29 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0400
From: Anel Herrera
To: undisclosed recipients
Subject: UCLA Remote Internship Opportunity – Apply Now!
Dear Students,
The University of California, Los Angeles, is offering a remote internship
through the Office of Job Placement and Student Services. This opportunity
is open to all students, including those from other institutions, and
provides a valuable way to gain practical experience in your area of study.
\*Position:\* Remote Intern
\*Eligibility:\* Open to undergraduate and graduate students from any
department who have access to a computer and reliable internet.
\*Responsibilities:\*
\- Assist with research tasks
\- Conduct experiments and literature reviews
\- Participate in virtual meetings
\*Compensation:\* Interns will receive a weekly stipend of $350.
\*How to Apply:\*
CONTACT Professor Robert Wakimoto at REDACTED with your
name, year, department, university, and an alternate email address. Please
use 'UCLA Intern Application' as the subject line. Applications are
reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis.
We look forward to receiving your application!
Best regards,
The Remote Internship Team
University of California, Los Angeles
2024/10/29**Subject**UCLA Remote Internship Opportunity – Apply Now!**From**Random gmail.com account### Exciting Remote Part-Time Job Opportunity! $550 Weekly!
**Information****Description****Date**Sat, 26 Oct 2024 13:46:18 +0000
From: Morgan Cowan <>
Subject: Exciting Remote Part-Time Job Opportunity! $550 Weekly!
Dear Students and Staff,
We’re excited to share a fantastic remote part-time job opportunity that
offers flexibility without disrupting your studies or current employment.
This position allows you to work from home and comes with some great
benefits:
\*Benefits:\*
\- Free semester-long unlimited MetroCard
\- Stipend for textbooks and school supplies (on top of financial aid)
\- Early Priority Registration Access
\- Competitive pay of $550 per week
\- Tuition waiver for any gaps after financial aid (for eligible students)
Don’t miss this chance for a rewarding and flexible job! To apply, please
click the link below:
\[Google Form Application\]
Career Service Coordinator
Best regards,
Career Service Coordinator
2024/10/26**Subject**Exciting Remote Part-Time Job Opportunity! $550 Weekly!Test**From**Compromised account### RESEARCHER POSITON
**Information****Description****Date**Wed, 16 Oct 2024 17:06:01 +0100
From: 'Shutt, Andrew' <>
Subject: RESEARCHER POSITON
From the Office of the Associate Professor of Computer science,
MANHATTAN UNIVERSITY.
▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬
CALL FOR STUDENT RESEARCH ASSISTANTS
There is a Pressing need for Student Research Assistants at the Office of
the Professor of Computer science for a weekly pay of $400. The Research
Position is opened to Students from any Department of the institute and
tasks can be carried out remotely. Slots are limited and acceptance will be
given on a first come first serve basis.
To proceed with the application process or for further inquiries please
contact Igor Aizenberg on via text message stating
your full name, email address, year of study, and department regarding the
job description and further application requirements.
Best Wishes,
Signed, Department of science.
C/O
Professor Igor Aizenberg
Title: Professor of computer science.
MANHATTAN UNIVERSITY.
2024/10/16**Subject**RESEARCHER POSITON**From**Random gmail.com account### Testing Everything
**Information****Description****Date**Image
2024/09/06**Subject**Hello**From**Fake University gmail.com
---
---
title: "Duo Scams"
url: "/offices/information-technology-services/duo-scams"
type: page
date: 2026-04-07
updated: 2026-06-01
---
# Duo Scams
## Duo Scams
---
---
title: "Glance Mobile App"
url: "/offices/information-technology-services/glance-mobile-app"
type: page
date: 2026-04-07
updated: 2026-05-28
---
# Glance Mobile App
## Glance Mobile App
Glance is Manhattan University’s student-developed mobile app, available for iOS and Android. The app complements the University’s website and portal upgrades by helping students access key campus information and services from their mobile devices.
Glance was designed and built by students in collaboration with the ITS Web and Collaboration team through summer internship and campus employment programs.
### App Features
- **Tutorial:** Opens on first access after installation and can also be accessed from settings.
- **Digital JasperCard:** Includes Beacon notifications.
- **At a Glance Search:** Search for tasks, services and employees.
- **Feeds:** View announcements, news, featured events, ITS news and outages. Some feeds are available on iOS only.
- **Calendars:** Access University calendars, including calendar and event subscriptions. Available on iOS only.
- **Quadrangle:** Access campus community information and updates.
- **Geo-locator map:** Integrated with events and the employee directory as part of At a Glance search. Available on iOS only.
- **Settings:** Manage app preferences.
- **Feedback:** Share comments and suggestions about the app.
### Download Glance
The Glance mobile app is available through the App Store and Google Play.
- [Download Glance from the App Store](https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/glance-mc/id1110172847?mt=8)
- [Download Glance from Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=glance.mc.yonydeveloper.android_intern_app)
### Learn More About the iOS App
[Embedded Video](https://live-manhattan-www.pantheonsite.io/media/oembed?url=https%3A//www.youtube.com/watch%3Fv%3DXl0ccspI5Ls&max_width=0&max_height=0&hash=fYxjKnveNHpJqdvLbWOM_5X3lBN3pRCoZzcuTZ1UCZw)
### Learn More About the Android App
[Embedded Video](https://live-manhattan-www.pantheonsite.io/media/oembed?url=https%3A//www.youtube.com/watch%3Fv%3DtsjnQQ1a8WA&max_width=0&max_height=0&hash=qi9qjbqf-yPTkdeveClV_9Oq63b41jM7HK_fklb3g-U)
---
---
title: "CS&O Chatbot Beta"
url: "/offices/information-technology-services/cso-chatbot-beta"
type: page
date: 2026-04-07
updated: 2026-05-28
---
# CS&O Chatbot Beta
## CS&O Chatbot Beta
For the first time ever ITS at Manhattan University will be rolling out a student developed Chatbot to assist the community with IT related issues. This Chatbot was entirely created by one of our STARS, Alberto DeAngelis ‘20, and was designed to bring you quick resolutions with the information you need to resolve potential issues you might encounter. You can ask the Chatbot questions about an issue you are having and it will quickly try to help you come to the best resolution and send you information from our knowledge base.
The Chatbot is running through Hangouts Chat and is easy to install. To install the Chatbot in your Hangouts please follow these [instructions](https://manhattan.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/1932/Portal/KB/ArticleDet?ID=103796).
ITS is very excited about the deployment of the Chatbot Beta and would like to encourage you to take advantage of it! As this is a Beta version of a Chatbot we are looking for as much feedback as possible. Please fill out our [CS&O Chatbot Survey](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdbqcqcCypmMritd8TcEsA21s72GBkDF0xLnCq-sBzzCPZmag/viewform) and give us any feedback you may have.
---
---
title: "Client Services & Support"
url: "/offices/information-technology-services/client-services-support"
type: page
date: 2026-04-07
updated: 2026-05-28
---
# Client Services & Support
## Client Services and Support
The Client Services division of Information Technology Services provides technology support for Manhattan University students and employees. The team also offers training and guidance on a wide range of campus technology tools and systems.
### How Client Services Can Help
Client Services provides support through the ITS Help Desk and ticketing system, in-person service locations and the ITS Knowledge Base.
### Contact the Help Desk
Contact the Help Desk to request assistance with a campus technology issue. Your request will be entered into the ticketing system so it can be tracked and routed to the appropriate person or division.
- **Call:** [718-862-7973](tel:7188627973)
- **Email:**
### Visit Client Services
Client Services has two campus locations to provide in-person support.
#### Client Services, Jasper Hall
**Location:**
Jasper Hall, ground floor, north side
**Hours:**
- Monday, Wednesday and Thursday: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Tuesday: 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
- Friday: 8 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
#### Client Services, Miguel Hall
**Location:**
Miguel Hall, room 100
**Hours:**
- Tuesday: 9 a.m.-7 p.m.
- Wednesday: 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
- Friday: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
### Search the Knowledge Base
The [ITS Knowledge Base](https://manhattan.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/KB/Default) includes tutorials and support articles created by ITS staff. It is regularly updated to help students and employees find current information and resolve common technology issues.
### Client Services Availability
#### Service Guarantee
During regular service hours, calls to Client Services at extension 7973 should receive a same-day return call if they are not answered immediately. Messages left outside normal hours of operation will be returned on the next business day.
Regular service hours are 8 a.m.-5 p.m. during the fall and spring semesters, and 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. during intersession, spring break and summer.
#### Staff Availability
Client Services relies heavily on student employees. There may be times when staff availability is limited due to class schedules. During these periods, emergency classroom and network issues will be prioritized. Other requests will be addressed as staff become available.
Low-availability hours may change each semester and will be announced through ITS communications.
#### Support Outside Normal Business Hours
Support outside normal business hours is available by appointment only and depends on technician availability and supervisor approval.
#### Friday Closures
**Client Services is closed on the following Fridays:**
- June 6, 13, 20 and 27
- July 4, 11, 18 and 25
- August 1, 8 and 15
### Report Issues or Share Feedback
You may report issues or provide feedback to ITS by double-clicking the Tell ITS icon on the desktop of public campus computers. You may also submit feedback online.
[Submit feedback through Tell ITS](https://docs.google.com/a/manhattan.edu/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeIph5pps5YgLJUC6NAN0PX7K3zCrPUh7cCcxYP1Q6cRm8xrA/viewform)
### ITS Service Reports
[ITS Service Reports](https://manhattan.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/Requests/ServiceDet?ID=19257) include information from the ticketing and project management system, including service delivery statistics and rooms currently experiencing technology issues.
### Request Technology Training
ITS provides training on a variety of technology topics and can help identify a training solution that fits your needs.
[Request technology training](https://manhattan.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/Requests/ServiceCatalog?CategoryID=6519)
---
---
title: "Computer Labs"
url: "/offices/information-technology-services/computer-labs"
type: page
date: 2026-04-07
updated: 2026-05-28
---
# Computer Labs
## Computer Labs
### Locations
#### Higgins Engineering & Science Center
- **Hig 402:** This lab has 40 computer stations and is used exclusively as an open computer lab for students.
#### O'Malley Library
- **Electronic Commons Room 506:** This lab has 28 computer stations and is used exclusively as an open computer lab for students.
- **South Computer Room 206:** This lab has 38 computer stations and is used exclusively as an open computer lab for students.
- **1st Floor Computer Area:** This lab has 8 computer stations and is used exclusively as an open computer lab for students.
[See Library hours](https://lib.manhattan.edu/home)
### Classroom Computer Labs
There are many classroom computer labs throughout campus that students may use when the room is not being used for class.
- **LEO 236:** 30 stations including teacher's station
- **LEO 328:** 12 stations
- **LEO 316:** 12 stations
- **HAY 107:** 40 stations including teacher's station
- **HAY 105:** 26 stations including teacher's station
- **HAY 104:** 24 stations including teacher's station
- **DLS 304:** 34 stations including teacher's stations
- **DLS 309:** 34 stations including two teacher's stations
- **OMAL 410:** 31 stations including teacher's station
In addition, there are a number of other computer labs that are used exclusively for classes. These labs are generally not available for students to use outside of class time without permission from a professor.
### Computer Lab Seat Availability
ITS now monitors computer usage in all the computer labs on campus. Locate realtime availability via our new LabStats web application. Use the Map feature to locate printers.
[View Computer Availability](https://webapps.manhattan.edu/LabSeat/)
### Remotely
Remotely allows access to campus computer labs over the internet. Remotely was implemented to give students more access to software that would normally only be accessible in computer labs on campus.
[View Remotely](https://remotely.manhattan.edu/)
### Software Requests
See [software currently available in all computer labs](https://manhattan.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/KB/ArticleDet?ID=2768). Any software upgrades or additions should be requested via the form below. Please complete this form and submit to the designated parties for approval.
A completed software request form should be submitted to Information Technology Services with the requested software media and licenses by the designated due date.
The due date for the Fall semester is the second Friday of May.
The due date for the Spring semester is the second Friday of November.
Email notifications will be sent out each semester with the exact due dates.
[Software Request Form](https://manhattan.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/Requests/ServiceDet?ID=2613)
---
---
title: "Cyber Safety"
url: "/offices/information-technology-services/cyber-safety"
type: page
date: 2026-04-07
updated: 2026-05-28
---
# Cyber Safety
## Cyber Safety
Manhattan University takes cyber safety seriously. Learn more about things you can do to ensure good cybersecurity practices.
### Resources
More resources with information about being safe and smart online will be added soon.
- [Manhattan University Data Security Policy](https://content.manhattan.edu/its/data_security_policy_final.pdf)
- [StaySafeOnline.org](https://staysafeonline.org/)
- From ITS: [Phishing @Manhattan University](http://itsblog.manhattan.edu/search/label/phishing)
- [Phishing Scam Emails](https://manhattan.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/KB/ArticleDet?ID=8681)
- [OnGuardOnline](https://onguardonline.gov/)
- [Pager Duty](https://sudo.pagerduty.com/for_everyone/)
- [Cyber Security Training](https://inside.manhattan.edu/offices/its/cybersafety#manhattan.edu/CybersecurityTraining)
### Manhattan University Cyber Pledge
Make it your mission to stay safe online. You can make a difference and help protect yourself and Manhattan University from cyberthreats. Join other students, faculty and staff and sign the Cyber Pledge. #cyberpledge
By signing this pledge, I agree to:
- Take personal responsibility and use good cybersecurity practices at school, work and home.
- Think before clicking links in emails and on websites.
- Hover over links to see the real URL and never click links or open attachments that look suspicious.
- Be skeptical of emails that threaten I will lose something.
- Use strong passwords—including letters, numbers and symbols—and never share them with anyone.
- Lock my computer whenever I walk away.
- Protect my mobile devices with passcodes, anti-virus software and remote wipe.
- Refrain from posting personal, sensitive or non-public information on social media.
- Report all university IT security incidents or concerns to [its@manhattan.edu ](https://its@manhattan.edu%20)
---
---
title: "Work for Us"
url: "/offices/information-technology-services/work-for-us"
type: page
date: 2026-04-07
updated: 2026-05-28
---
# Work for Us
## Work for Us
ITS hires students for a variety of positions across campus. Some positions require technical expertise but others don't have any specific prerequisite knowledge requirements.
### STARS Program
A Student Technology And Resource Specialist (STAR) is a Manhattan University student who works for ITS to provide technology assistance as needed across campus. Students who work as STARS are dispatched to offices and classrooms to troubleshoot and fix problems with computers, printers, classroom technology, etc. STARS may also assist ITS staff with tasks related to training, operations and networking.
The ideal candidate has:
- a combination of excellent interpersonal communication skills and technology knowledge
- compassion and empathy when working with members of the community who are having technical difficulties
- interest in technology
STARS positions are available in the following ITS offices:
- Client Services: Troubleshoot technology issues
- Instructional Technology: Train clients on the use of technology through documents, videos, and workshops
- Operations: Develop, deploy, and maintain technology on campus
- Networking: Ensure reliable network connectivity on campus
We offer training in technology and flexible hours available including week days, nights and weekends. You can work around your class schedule. We also offer promotion opportunities and ways you can get involved to have a bigger role. See information below.
[Submit STAR Application](https://docs.google.com/a/manhattan.edu/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfLLoUF8nODyoVNYleqZPFncNj-j30YVZy6ai1iI6o8vskGKw/viewform?c=0&w=1)
## Career Paths
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[ Client Services Career Path Hierarchy](https://docs.google.com/drawings/d/1_pL-pB_NgDJi1Be3HInvJ51nrx1yFNW1T3fLcdJjDw0/edit)
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[Operations Career Path Hierarchy](https://docs.google.com/drawings/d/1ybOr8dOh3DuOrY28vZnG_-66nISXxzNgZFcv8nF0CIA/edit)
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[Training Department Career Path Hierarchy](https://docs.google.com/drawings/d/1RB_GxtwL3Jkg0Qa80s8jeT49_fg0nAEib7QH_mpH-vM/edit)
### Web & Collaboration
Love to Code? ITS hires students to work with the Web and Collaboration team to develop and maintain web services and applications. We typically employ students who have done internships with us as part of Manhattan University's Summer Internship program.
---
---
title: "Jaspernet Services"
url: "/offices/information-technology-services/jaspernet-services"
type: page
date: 2026-04-07
updated: 2026-05-28
---
# Jaspernet Services
## Jaspernet Services
### Webmail
All Manhattan University employees and students are provided with a campus email address in the manhattan.edu domain. If you need help setting up your email account, contact the Information Technology Services office at [718-862-7973](tel:718-862-7973) or see [Setup/Manage Gmail on the ITS Client Services FAQ](http://manhattan.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/KB/?CategoryID=1002). Manhattan University partners with Google to provide email and related collaboration services. For information on configuring email clients for use with JasperNet email services, please see [mail.google.com/support](http://mail.google.com/support).
### Google Apps
In addition to email, all Manhattan University students and employees have access to a suite of Google Apps including Google Drive, Google Sites, Google Calendar and Google Docs. There is unlimited storage for all Google Apps. Students who graduate retain lifetime account access including unlimited storage.
### Moodle
Moodle is Manhattan University's course management and collaboration system. All faculty, undergraduate, graduate and continuing education students automatically have Moodle accounts.
### Self-Service
Self-Service is a web-enabled way to access institutional records. Self-Service enables students, faculty, and employees to access different modules of information via a web browser. Once authenticated, a menu of available topics will be displayed.
---
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title: "Policies"
url: "/offices/information-technology-services/policies"
type: page
date: 2026-04-07
updated: 2026-05-28
---
# Policies
## Policies
- [Responsible Use of Computing and Information Services - Policies and Procedures](https://manhattan.policystat.com/policy/11206472/latest/)
- [Reporting Electronic Security Incidents](https://manhattan.policystat.com/policy/11209710/latest)
- [General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)](https://manhattan.policystat.com/policy/8417470/latest/)
- [Data Stewardship and Custodianship](https://manhattan.policystat.com/policy/11206836/latest/)
- [Administrative Data Store Registry](https://manhattan.policystat.com/policy/11206836/latest/)
---
---
title: "Staff Contacts | Office of Information Technology Services"
url: "/offices/information-technology-services/staff-contacts"
type: page
date: 2026-04-07
updated: 2026-06-10
---
# Staff Contacts | Office of Information Technology Services
Information Technology Services
## Staff Contacts
[Tahiya Azad ](/node/991)**ITS Operations Manager**
Information Technology Services
718-862-7424
MGL 100
[Kwasi Bodkin ](/node/747)**Senior IT Support Specialist Operations**
Information Technology Services
718-862-7408
MGL 100
[Kevin Clancy ](/node/550)**Deputy Chief Information Officer**
Information Technology Services
718-862-7489
MGL 100
[Alberto DeAngelis ](/node/757)**Database Administrator**
Information Technology Services
718-862-7871
MGL 100
[Yony Fernandez ](/node/344)**Director of Web Applications, Collabor**
Information Technology Services
718-862-7767
MGL 100
[Michael Fulton ](/node/865)**Senior Web Developer**
Information Technology Services
718-862-7978
MGL 100
[Ian Healy ](/node/481)**System Network Administrator**
Information Technology Services
718-862-6227
RLC 105A
[Mel Lasky ](/node/466)**Chief Information Officer**
Information Technology Services
718-862-7410
MGL 100
[Jazmine Matthews ](/node/657)**Programmer Analyst**
Information Technology Services
718-862-6208
MGL 100
[John McCabe ](/node/855)**Chief Information Security Officer**
Information Technology Services
718-862-6217
MGL 100
[Eileen McIntyre ](/node/422)**Help Desk Manager**
Information Technology Services
718-862-7115
JAS BSMT
[Richard Musal ](/node/603)**IT Training**
Information Technology Services
718-862-7933
MGL 100
[Sohanur Rahman ](/node/362)**IT Programmer / Analyst I**
Information Technology Services
718-862-7111
MGL 100
[Daniel Ryan ](/node/1105)**Systems Administrator**
Information Technology Services
718-862-6201
MGL 100
[Luis Salazar ](/node/625)**Network Engineer**
Information Technology Services
718-862-6218
LEO 316
---
---
title: "Telecommunications"
url: "/offices/information-technology-services/telecommunications"
type: page
date: 2026-04-07
updated: 2026-05-28
---
# Telecommunications
## Telecommunications
The Telecommunications Office serves internal and external callers and telephone system users with switchboard services, telephone equipment services, voicemail and other support services.
Contact the Telecommunications Office via email at
### Campus Telephone System Instructions
#### Dialing Instructions
For campus calls, simply dial the 4-Âdigit extension ex. 7116
For offÂ-campus calls, dial “9â€, then the full telephone number starting with “1†ex. 9 1 718-862-Â7116
For international calls, dial 9 011 and the country code and telephone number
There are additional features such as voicemailÂ-to-Âemail. To request assistance you may contact .
#### Voicemail Process
Voicemail can be accessed by dialing \*17 from campus or 718-862-Â7116 from offÂ-campus.
#### Setup your new voice mailbox
- You will be required to initialize your voicemail and set-up a password.
- You may optionally set up a personalized greeting and enable advanced features such as voicemail-Âto-Âemail.
- First time you log in to your mailbox, you do not have a created password.
- Press # for your first-time password.
- You will be prompted to create a new password and record your name.
#### Login to the Voicemail System
- Dial \*17 (star one seven) or press the MESSAGE button.
- Enter your extension number and # (Note: at your own phone logging into your mailbox, you can press # for your extension number.
- Enter your password and #. Your password for the initial login is #.
- First time logÂin: The system prompts you to enter new password followed by #.
- Enter your new password and #.
- The system will prompt you to enter your new password a second time.
- Enter password again and your new password will be set.
- First time logÂin: The system will prompt you to record a name on your mailbox (this does not take the place of your personal greeting).
- Press 1, say your name, and press 1 again, press # to approve.
*You can usually dial through a voice prompt to enter a command. However, you cannot dial through error messages or prompts that the system wants you to hear.*
#### Administering Your Personal Greeting
*You may include the “dial 0†option in your greeting. This will transfer a caller to an employee who can assist them.*
- After logging in to your mailbox, press 3 to administer personal greetings.
- To create, change, or delete a greeting press 1. To listen to a recorded greeting press 0.
- Enter greeting number (1Â-9).
- At the tone, record your greeting. After recording greeting, press 1.
- To re-Ârecord your greeting press 2,1. To approve your greeting press #. To start recording where you left off press 1. To play your greeting back press 2,3.
- Press 1 to activate your greeting.
- Press the # sign to return to the Activity Menu.
#### Activity Menu
- To record messages press 1.
- To get messages, press 2.
- To administer personal greeting, press 3.
- To access personal configuration, press 5.
- To change password, press 4.
- To change name, press 5.
Shortcut: If you would like to bypass an internal user’s greeting and go directly to leaving a message, press 1 when you hear their greeting.
### Voicemail-to-email option
You have the option to have your campus office phone voicemail send you an email notification with the voice message as another way to access your voicemails while you are away from your office. To enroll in this option, please go to the [Voicemail to Email Opt-in form](https://manhattan.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/1932/Portal/Requests/TicketRequests/NewForm?ID=l31nuZpGAEA_&RequestorType=ServiceOffering).
### Telephone Service Request Form
Please fill out the [telephone change request form](https://manhattan.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/1932/Portal/Requests/TicketRequests/NewForm?ID=W41niFeH71M_&RequestorType=ServiceOffering) for change requests or the [telephone issue form](https://manhattan.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/1932/Portal/Requests/TicketRequests/NewForm?ID=XHbMa-GC-Gs_&RequestorType=ServiceOffering) for assistance with issues related to your phone.
### Documents
[Telephony Phone Knowledge Articles](https://manhattan.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/1932/Portal/KB/?CategoryID=17648)
---
---
title: "Physical Plant"
url: "/offices/physical-plant"
type: page
date: 2026-04-07
updated: 2026-05-28
---
# Physical Plant
## Physical Plant
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Physical Plant performs all general maintenance for the entire University community, in addition to answering specific requests from students and staff.
Physical Plant is available to assist with the following services:
- Carpentry
- Electric
- Extermination
- Grounds
- Plumbing/Heating
- Locks/Keys
- Painting
- Residence Halls
- Recycling
We accept requests for work orders via an online system:
[Submit Work Order](https://aramark.webtma.com/?tkn=pCmezHbbuavmjWGwHq1FQoJ-N4WtSu9VIwEzBnFDP0N2QDpa-Rhhb_TqeSp_dMop9QXXofybsQnLJGXSI2bn6q8E4cIZogx6Ek3udhg8zDDAzcrp2R9vff9__nyrQhV6PlytDEy0CSjROcWx7ei-cpVOkh5vEPqLwfeMS8NM_He2JXv5O-Y641fbDlSdAGKsSTk3AGutBcYkVVTJAMDklUARFyQs1tmIAAYytisQaQjCYNA3UuW2ivbUrA26PZ8w8RTz4dlc3IaF5Qd_uWS5Hw)
---
---
title: "Staff Contacts"
url: "/offices/physical-plant/staff-contacts"
type: page
date: 2026-04-07
updated: 2026-05-28
---
# Staff Contacts
Hossam Abouali
**Assistant Project Manager**
Physical Plant
718-862-7734
MEM 301
[/node/578](/node/578)
Ralph Amarosa
**Facilities Project Manager - Design and Construction**
Physical Plant
718-862-7615
MAHAN 1FL
[/node/586](/node/586)
Craig Collins
**Vice President for Facilities**
Physical Plant
718-862-7429
MEM 301
[/node/497](/node/497)
Physical Plant
Staff Contacts
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---
title: "How to Submit a Work Order"
url: "/offices/physical-plant/how-to-submit-a-work-order"
type: page
date: 2026-04-07
updated: 2026-05-28
---
# How to Submit a Work Order
## How to Submit a Work Order
Please submit all Physical Plant work order requests through the online work order system.
[Submit a Work Order](https://aramark.webtma.com/?tkn=pCmezHbbuavmjWGwHq1FQoJ-N4WtSu9VIwEzBnFDP0N2QDpa-Rhhb_TqeSp_dMop9QXXofybsQnLJGXSI2bn6q8E4cIZogx6Ek3udhg8zDDAzcrp2R9vff9__nyrQhV6PlytDEy0CSjROcWx7ei-cpVOkh5vEPqLwfeMS8NM_He2JXv5O-Y641fbDlSdAGKsSTk3AGutBcYkVVTJAMDklUARFyQs1tmIAAYytisQaQjCYNA3UuW2ivbUrA26PZ8w8RTz4dlc3IaF5Qd_uWS5Hw)
### Work Order Form Instructions
1. Select the **Guest Log-In** option.
2. Select a service from the drop-down menu. Choose the most logical shop from the list. If you are unsure which shop is required, select **Misc.** and Physical Plant will update the service as needed.
3. **Residence hall requests:** Select **Res-Life** as the service.
4. Select the building from the drop-down menu.
5. Select the asset from the drop-down menu. If the asset cannot be found, select the building name again from the list of building assets.
6. In the description section, provide as much detail as possible, including the room availability time and a phone extension or cell phone number.
Submit a Manhattan University Physical Plant work order online and review step-by-step instructions for completing the request form.
---
---
title: "Public Safety"
url: "/offices/public-safety"
type: page
date: 2026-04-07
updated: 2026-06-16
---
# Public Safety
## Public Safety
Manhattan University’s Office of Public Safety ensures the campus is a safe and secure environment for the entire community.
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We provide assistance and emergency response 24/7 for all students, faculty, staff, visitors and guests. Our security presence also includes closed-circuit cameras and an emergency blue light communication system.
In addition to enforcing all public safety regulations, we also operate all parking facilities on campus. The campus is patrolled by foot and by vehicle by our Public Safety Team. We immediately respond to and communicate all serious emergencies to our local municipal emergency responders including police, fire and emergency medical services.
Our roles and responsibilities include:
- Health emergencies/first aid/CPR and AED response
- Fire safety and evacuation
- Investigating safety and security hazards or unusual incidents
- Early-warning [text & email alerts](/offices/public-safety/emergency-alerts "Emergency Alerts") about local crime, security threats, and weather emergencies
- Annual updates on [campus crime](/offices/public-safety/campus-crime-statistics "Campus Crime Statistics") and [fire statistics](/offices/public-safety/annual-security-fire-safety-report "Annual Security & Fire Safety Report")
- [Lost and found](/offices/public-safety/lost-found "Lost & Found")
- [Campus parking permits](/offices/public-safety/parking "Parking")
- Managing visitors to the College
### Mission Statement
The Manhattan University Department of Public Safety endeavors to provide a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for the campus community, its visitors, and guests. Our goal is to support the Lasallian heritage and educational mission of the University by fostering a sense of respect, cooperation, and ethical behavior among the members of our community. The Department of Public Safety remains diligent in its efforts to maintain order on campus while promoting a setting free of crime, fear, and lawlessness.
---
---
title: "Parking"
url: "/offices/public-safety/parking"
type: page
date: 2026-04-07
updated: 2026-05-28
---
# Parking
## Parking
Every Manhattan University Student and Employee can manage their parking needs through the online parking portal. Activities include submitting applications for new annual permits, purchasing temporary permits, editing vehicle information, and resolving parking citations.
[Manage Parking Account](https://manhattan.t2hosted.com/)
Parking permits are required for all campus parking facilities.
Permits for the fall semester are available during May of each year.
Vehicles parked in violation of University parking regulations are subject to ticketing and towing, and parking is limited to non-commercial motor vehicles. The university reserves the right to limit or terminate parking privileges at any time.
### Prohibited Street Parking
Fieldston is a private residential community within Riverdale where public street parking is prohibited by law; vehicles in violation will be towed at the owner’s expense. This includes prohibited street parking nearest the University on W 244th Street between Manhattan College Parkway and Tibbett Avenue, and on Tibbett and Waldo Avenues from W 244th Street to W 250th Street.
### Parking Safety Tips
- Turn off the ignition and remove the keys.
- Always lock your doors; roll up and lock windows.
- **Never** leave valuables in sight (phones, purses, wallets, etc.)
- Put valuables and packages in the trunk or out of sight before parking your vehicle.
- Be aware and report any suspicious activity immediately to Public Safety at [718-862-7333](tel:718-862-7333), or dial 911 for emergencies.
***Please note: Manhattan University assumes no responsibility for personal injury, damage to vehicles, or theft of vehicles or their contents.***
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---
title: "Parking Permits & Fees"
url: "/offices/public-safety/parking/parking-permits-fees"
type: page
date: 2026-04-07
updated: 2026-05-28
---
# Parking Permits & Fees
## Parking Permits and Fees
Parking permits can be requested through the online parking portal. After completing the application, print the temporary permit provided at the end of the application or in your confirmation email. Permits must be picked up before the temporary permit expires.
[Apply for a Parking Permit](https://manhattan.t2hosted.com/)
### Parking Permit Guidelines
1. Parking decals must be affixed to the outside of the driver’s side rear stationary window.
2. If your vehicle does not have a driver’s side rear stationary window, please contact the Public Safety Office for assistance.
3. For returning applicants, a copy of the vehicle registration must be submitted online whenever a new vehicle is added to your account.
4. Applications will be canceled if payment and required documents are not received in a timely manner. Copying services are not available at the Public Safety Office.
5. Permits are issued for a specific vehicle and are non-transferable.
6. Citations will be issued to vehicles without permits properly displayed.
7. Tampering with, removing a permit without permission, reselling, transferring, or using a forged or altered permit will result in loss of parking privileges and a $100 fine.
8. Permits will not be issued until all outstanding citations are resolved.
### Fees
Full-year parking permits are effective July 1-June 30 and must be reissued each year. Spring-only permits are effective January 1-June 30.
Review fees by permit type below, or read and download the Parking Fees document.
Document
[Parking-Fees-2025-2026.pdf](/sites/default/files/media/2026-04/Parking-Fees-2025-2026.pdf) (204.01 KB)
Undergraduate Students
### 2025-2026
**Parking Designation****Parking Hours****Annual****Spring****Fall****Locations**Commuter (G)7 a.m. - 11 p.m.$400$200$200 (G)- MU Garage | 240 Street Lot
- Kelly Commons
- All lots 4:30-11 p.m.
Overnight (B) (BF)24 hours$600$300$300 (GF)- MU Garage
Graduate and SCPS
### 2025-2026
**Parking Designation****Parking Hours****Annual****Spring****Fall****Locations**Day (G) (GF)7 a.m. - 11 p.m.$400$200$200 (G)- MU Garage
- Lower Forecourt
- Jasper
- Draddy
- RLC
- GPAC
- Kelly Commons
Evening (EN)4:30 - 11 p.m.$250$125N/AOvernight (EB)24 hours$1,430$715N/A- MU Garage
Employees
### 2025-2026
**Employee Type****Parking Hours****Annual****Semester****Locations**Full-time (E)7 a.m. - 11 p.m.$400$200- MU Garage
- Lower Forecourt
- Jasper
- Draddy
- RLC
- GPAC
- Kelly Commons
Part-time (E)7 a.m. - 11pm$250$125- MU Garage
- Lower Forecourt
- Jasper
- Draddy
- RLC
- GPAC
- Kelly Commons
Overnight (EB)24 hours$1,430$715- MU Garage
Student Summer & Winter Intersession
### 2025-2026
**Parking Designation****Parking Hours****Annual****Locations**Commuter (G)7 a.m. - 11 p.m.$50- MU Garage | 240 Street Lot
- Kelly Commons
- All lots 4:30-11 p.m.
Student Overnight (B)24 hours$205- MU Garage
Day Guest Parking & Overnight Guest Parking
### 2025-2026
**Parking Designation****Parking Hours****Fee****Locations**Day Guest Parking7 a.m. - 11 p.m.$25- MU Garage
Overnight Guest Parking24 hours$25- MU Garage
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title: "Parking Regulations & Citations"
url: "/offices/public-safety/parking/regulations-citations"
type: page
date: 2026-04-07
updated: 2026-05-28
---
# Parking Regulations & Citations
## Parking Regulations & Citations
Every Manhattan University Student and Employee can manage their parking needs through the online parking portal. Activities include submitting applications for new annual permits, purchasing temporary permits, editing vehicle information, and resolving parking citations.
[Manage Parking Account](https://manhattan.t2hosted.com/)
### Parking Regulations
View the Public Safety Vehicle and Parking Regulations guide for a full list of parking regulations.
Document
[Manhattan-University-Campus-Parking-Regulations 2025.pdf](/sites/default/files/media/2026-04/Manhattan-University-Campus-Parking-Regulations%202025.pdf) (528.28 KB)
Anyone who uses the University parking facilities is required to abide by Manhattan University parking regulations, instructions given by Public Safety personnel and vehicle traffic signs. Disregarding parking regulations or directions of a University official may result in the loss of parking privileges, citations and/or being towed away at the owner’s expense.
### Prohibited Parking Actions:
- Parking in a campus fire lane or blocking a fire hydrant. All campus roads are considered fire lanes and must be clear at all times. (Note: the Horan Hall service road is considered a fire lane).
- Parking in handicapped spaces without authorized hangtag.
- Parking in an unauthorized area.
- Blocking other vehicles.
- Parking an unregistered vehicle on campus. Campus registered vehicles may also be subject to tow away if parked in a restricted area or blocking other vehicles.
- Tampering with or removing a university parking permit without permission.
- Resale of a parking permit.
- Involvement with the production or use of a forged parking permit.
- Displaying an expired decal or an unauthorized parking sign.
Any violation of the aforementioned parking permit regulations or directives may result in suspension/loss of parking privileges and/or subject you to University disciplinary action.
### Citations & Late Fees
- Parking citations can be paid or appealed [through your parking account](https://manhattan.t2hosted.com/). For recently issued citations; please allow 1 business day to post on your account.
- Only appeals submitted through the online portal will be considered. Any appeal made after 20 days of receipt will not be accepted for review.
- After 20 days a $10 late fee will be assessed and citations will no longer be eligible for appeal.
- A Public Safety hold is placed on the account until payment is received. Public Safety holds may delay class registration, receiving a transcript or diploma, or release of your annual permit.
- Public Safety holds are removed within 1 business day from payment date.
- Unpaid fines may result in suspension or loss of parking privileges.
- Parking permits **will not be issued** until outstanding citations are resolved.
[Resolve Parking Citation](https://manhattan.t2hosted.com/)
### Employee Hours
All employees with Manhattan University parking permits may park in the Kelly Commons, Draddy, GPAC, Lower Forecourt, Jasper, RLC and Broadway Garage parking facilities. See posted parking lot operating hours. The University reserves the right to restrict parking to accommodate special events on campus. Employees without 24-hr permits who intend to remain on campus past 2 a.m. (Broadway Garage only) are required to obtain a temporary overnight permit through their [online parking account.](https://manhattan.t2hosted.com/)
### Student Hours
All students with Manhattan University parking permits may park in Kelly Commons, 240th Street, and the Broadway Garage parking facilities. See posted parking lot operating hours. From 4:30 p.m. to 11 p.m., students with permits are authorized to park in faculty and staff areas (excluding spaces with "reserved" signs posted). The University reserves the right to restrict parking to accommodate special events on campus. Commuter students with permits who intend to remain on campus past 2 a.m. (Broadway Garage only) are required to obtain a temporary overnight permit through their [online parking account](https://manhattan.t2hosted.com/).
### Temporary Permits & Parking Permit Decals
If you are requesting a temporary permit for a personal guest or yourself; are an annual permit holder driving a different vehicle, or need to request an overnight while away on university business you can do so [through your parking account](https://manhattan.t2hosted.com/).
Permits must be printed and clearly displayed on the dashboard. Please note the host is responsible for any citations their guest may receive.
### Breaks
During intersession/spring break or when classes are not in session, the Broadway parking facility and other general parking lots may be temporarily closed. Please contact the Public Safety Office for further parking instructions.
### Parking in the Neighborhood
Fieldston is a private residential area, where public parking is prohibited by law. Violation is considered trespassing and can result in a $5,000 fine. Vehicles in violation will be towed.
***Please note: Manhattan University assumes no responsibility for loss or damage to your vehicle or property. This includes accidents or theft while your vehicle is on campus property. Secure your vehicle and property. Any vehicle parked in violation of University parking regulations is subject to fines and towing.***
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---
title: "Resolve a Parking Citation"
url: "/offices/public-safety/parking/resolve-a-parking-citation"
type: page
date: 2026-04-07
updated: 2026-05-28
---
# Resolve a Parking Citation
## Resolve a Parking Citation
All parking citations can be paid and appealed online. Appeals must be submitted online, within 20 days of receipt. Any appeals made after 20 days of issuance will not be considered for review. Citations paid after 20 days of receipt will receive a $10 late fine.
[Resolve Parking Citation](https://manhattan.t2hosted.com/)
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---
title: "Katherine G. Uffer ’23, ’24 (M.S.) Named Graduate Valedictorian At Manhattan College"
url: "/news/archive/2024/04/katherine-uffer"
type: article
date: 2024-04-23
updated: 2026-04-09
---
# Katherine G. Uffer ’23, ’24 (M.S.) Named Graduate Valedictorian At Manhattan College
# Katherine G. Uffer ’23, ’24 (M.S.) Named Graduate Valedictorian At Manhattan College
A Masters in Computer Science Recipient, Katherine Uffer will be the 2024 Commencement Graduate Student Speaker on May 17, 2024.
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Manhattan College today announced that Katherine G. Uffer will be the College’s Graduate School Valedictorian for the class of 2024. She will be the student speaker at the May 17 ceremony to be held at the College campus.
Uffer, a native of Toms River, NJ has a family legacy at the College. Her grandfather was a physics instructor at Manhattan College and her father was a graduate of the College’s Engineering School with a major in Mechanical Engineering. Ms. Uffer is a graduate of Donovan Catholic High School in Toms River and exhibited an interest in computers dating back to her adolescent years where she showed a keen interest in the family PC. Continuing her interest in the field in high school, a special teacher, Helga Paggi, encouraged Uffer’s interests in math, computer science, and robotics.
Upon high school graduation, Uffer attended Manhattan College as an undergraduate majoring in Computer Science and minoring in Digital Media Art. At the completion of her undergraduate degree in 2023, she continued on for her masters, completing the degree in one year. Since May of 2023, she also works at Persistent Systems LLC in Manhattan where she is responsible for ensuring that MPU5 audio products meet customer and management requirements. In the summer of 2022, she worked as an intern at the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) in Lakehurst, NJ where she configured, tested, and troubleshot Aircraft Launch and Recovery Equipment networking hardware and supporting equipment in multiple lab environments.
Said Milo Riverso, Ph.D., President of Manhattan College, “Having a valedictorian with such a strong Manhattan College legacy speaks volumes about the tight-knit community of Manhattan College. I am certain that Kate will continue her amazing accomplishments as she continues in her computer science career.â€
Ms. Uffer has been elected to Phi Beta Kappa honor society; worked at the Manhattan College Radio station, WRCM, serving as webmaster, general manager, and show host; and was involved in the Manhattan College Jazz Band and Manhattan College Singers. She looks forward to continuing her working career at Persistent Systems LLC after a summer of relaxation.
By MC Staff • Apr 23, 2024
[Lasallian & Catholic Mission](/news?category=236)
[Events](/news?category=233)
[Academics](/news?category=232)
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title: "Manhattan College Earns Gold Status As A Military Friendly School For 2024/2025"
url: "/news/archive/2024/04/military-friendly-gold-status"
type: article
date: 2024-04-26
updated: 2026-04-09
---
# Manhattan College Earns Gold Status As A Military Friendly School For 2024/2025
# Manhattan College Earns Gold Status As A Military Friendly School For 2024/2025
Faculty Directors Cite Value of Community Present Throughout the School
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Manhattan College today announced its recognition as a Gold Status Military Friendly School for 2024/2025 by The Military Friendly Schools Survey, the longest-running and most comprehensive review of college and university investments in serving military and veteran students.
Additionally, in the U.S. News and World Report rankings list Manhattan College ranked 3rd, up from 6th in 2023, among regional master’s degree institutions, continuing the School’s recognition as one that successfully embraces veterans.
Dr. David Bollert and Dr. Robert Geraci, both faculty in the Department of Religion & Philosophy, co-direct Manhattan College’s Veterans Success Program.
“We have cultivated a genuine sense of community among our group members,†said Dr. Bollert. “One factor contributing to this is our Veteran Success Center (VSC), a welcoming and centrally-located place on campus where our student veterans can gather, socialize, study, and feel at home. A second factor–one that holds for me, my co-director, and the student veterans themselves–is a conscious effort to get to know one another personally and support one another both inside and outside the classroom. These two factors, the VSC and a mutual interest in knowing and supporting one another, contribute much to the sense of community found in our Veterans Success Program.â€
Echoed Dr. Geraci: “We have developed specific programs for our vets, including a newly-established Equine Assisted Learning program where students work with and care for a horse under the guidance of STABLE: Equine Assisted Learning & Therapy. To help with acclimating to college and civilian life, the horse program builds confidence, reduces anxiety, and benefits the overall emotional health of the students.â€
As part of the stress-reduction program in RELS 161, the directors also take the students on a mountain retreat each semester, spending time on community building, yoga, and breathing techniques. Additionally, Dr. Bollert and Dr. Geraci host a weekly Open Table at a local Irish pub, providing an opportunity for student veterans to gather for conversation, share stories, and address concerns and challenges in a friendly environment.
The student veteran community, which includes close to 70 members, benefits the entire Manhattan College campus. For example, student veterans sometimes draw upon their military experience during classroom discussions, providing their peers who have not served with a different perspective for considering the topic at hand. Additionally, the maturity, discipline, and dedication to service embodied by many student veterans are worthy characteristics for all Jaspers to emulate. Finally, as a testament to the quality and impact of the student veterans at the school, this year’s undergraduate valedictorian is James Washington, who served in the U.S. Army. In addition to excelling in the classroom, Mr. Washington served as an officer in the Student Veteran Organization, a senator in student government, and a leader in several other campus groups.
“I am particularly pleased and proud of the accomplishments of our student veterans,†said Milo Riverso, Ph.D., President of Manhattan College. “Their perspectives and insights add to the overall dimension of community that is so important to all of us at the College. We are thrilled to see our rising in the rankings of military friendly schools.â€
By MC Staff • Apr 26, 2024
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title: "Manhattan College Model UN Delegation Awarded Distinguished Delegation Award"
url: "/news/archive/2024/04/model-un"
type: article
date: 2024-04-25
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Manhattan College Model UN Delegation Awarded Distinguished Delegation Award
# Manhattan College Model UN Delegation Awarded Distinguished Delegation Award
Team Members Represented Dominican Republic at 2024 Conference.
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Manhattan College is pleased to announce that its Model UN team was honored with a Distinguished Delegation Award at the 2024 National Model United Nations Conference. Under the guidance of Dr. Pamela Chasek, a Manhattan College Political Science Professor and long-time Model UN mentor, the week-long conference held in midtown Manhattan saw over 2700 participants from over 60 countries.
Manhattan College’s delegation consisted of 18 students from freshmen to seniors, and this year represented the Dominican Republic with topics ranging from Social Inclusion of the Elderly, the Promotion of Sustainable Tourism, the Role of Science and Technology in International Security and Disarmament, and Promoting Gender Equality in Access to Healthcare.
In preparing for and during the Conference itself, the students delved deeply into their designated country’s history, political and legal systems, economy, and social structure focusing on how to defend that country’s position on various issues. In session for up to nine hours daily, the students worked on their topics from early morning until late in the evening, negotiating draft resolutions, submitting the agreed-upon resolutions, and voting.
Said Dr. Chasek, “Not only do the students learn about a given country and defending its positions on various topics, but they develop life skills from negotiating techniques and public speaking to building overall confidence and working with and respecting those from different cultures. While many of our Model UN students are political science and international studies majors, our delegation included students with a wide diversity of majors and minors – a testament to the solid liberal arts education that our students receive at Manhattan College.â€
Dr. Milo Riverso, President of Manhattan College, had the opportunity to attend part of the conference. “Seeing our students participate at such a high level under time sensitive and often stressful conditions, made me so proud of what they have accomplished. Under Pam’s knowledgeable and enthusiastic leadership, the students have brought a great deal of pride to our entire College community,†he said.
According to the National Model UN website, “…the United Nations supports Model UN simulations by building and maintaining strong links between the UN and Model UN participants. It does this by sharing first-hand knowledge about the work of the UN at Model UN conferences; providing guidance with organizers to create accurate and authentic simulations; and encouraging Model UN clubs to take concrete action to support UN values and the [Sustainable Development Goals](https://www.un.org/sustainabledevelopment/) (SDGs).â€
Manhattan College participants and their accompanying hometowns included:
- Chris Belden – Fairfield, CT
- Audrey Daniels – Shelby, AL
- Martina Eichhorn – Cary, IL
- Vaiden Ferraro – Saugerties, NY
- Laila Glover – Bear, DE
- Synne Iversen Kverndal – Porsgrunn, Norway
- Ishaan Jani – South Plainfield, NJ
- Paris Lecleir – San Mateo, CA
- Mohammed Matabbar – Queens, NY
- Leyla Mercado – Bronx, NY
- Montserrat Nicasio Tavarez – Fort Lee, NJ
- Alexander Nichols –Phoenix, AZ
- Eric O’Brien – Putnam, NY
- Jazi Riley – Lakeland, FL
- Diego Santos – New York, NY
- Kathryn Slotterback – Harrisburg, PA
- Rachel Villa – Ridgefield Park, NJ
- Tyla-Rae Washington-Boone – Emerson, NJ
By MC Staff • Apr 25, 2024
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title: "Manhattan College receives National Science Foundation grant for STEM Teaching and Learning Excellence Center"
url: "/news/archive/2024/04/nsf-teaching-and-learning-center"
type: article
date: 2024-04-09
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Manhattan College receives National Science Foundation grant for STEM Teaching and Learning Excellence Center
# Manhattan College receives National Science Foundation grant for STEM Teaching and Learning Excellence Center
The College has been awarded an NSF grant to establish the STEM Teaching and Learning Center. This initiative will promote dialogue on scholarly teaching methods, offer targeted support for instructing first-year science students—particularly those from under-resourced high schools—and cultivate a cohesive community among science students from diverse backgrounds.
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Manhattan College today announced that it received a National Science Foundation (NSF) grant for the establishment of a STEM (science/technology/engineering/math) Teaching and Learning Excellence Center. The Center will support:
- Supplemental instruction in introductory biology, chemistry, and physics courses;
- The Teaching and Learning Ambassador’s Workshop and Residency Program – a week-long workshop on best teaching practices couples with a year-long professionaldevelopment residency; and
- The first year experience course, SCI 100, which includes stipends for faculty to work with first year students as they transition to college.
Said Dr. Marcy Kelly, Dean of the Manhattan College Kakos School of Arts and Sciences, “As professors advance during their careers, there must be a simultaneous focus on enhancing their teaching skills and their abilities to impart knowledge to all students within their classes. The NSF grant, through the establishment of the Teaching and Learning Center, will embrace
conversations on scholarly teaching methods; spotlight support on the best ways to teach first year students in science, particularly those students from under-resourced high schools; and build a strong feeling of community among science students from diverse backgrounds.â€
As a lead-up to receiving the NSF grant, a select group of five Manhattan College professors in the sciences focused on and developed best teaching practices so that course content was understood by all students. The students in those classes excelled, doing better on exams and generally having a more in-depth appreciation for the overall course content. The grant will enable continuation of this trend to other science classes – faculty will receive a stipend for teaching STEM gateway courses taught during the first two years which typically have the highest failure rate among students, develop a primer for supplemental instruction where upper-class students will be given the opportunity to assist professors in “peer tutoringâ€, and research opportunities will exist focusing on support for first-year science students.
Said Dr. Kelly, “Having the resources that this grant provides gives us the opportunity to train additional faculty in exploring and adopting exciting best teaching practices. And, of course, our students remain at the center of all that we as educators do, and it is they who will advance and become successful based on the receipt of these best teaching practices. We are grateful
to the National Science Foundation for supporting us in the exciting endeavorâ€
By MC Staff • Apr 09, 2024
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title: "Manhattan College Signs Articulation Agreement With Rockland Community College"
url: "/news/archive/2024/04/rcc-articulation-agreement"
type: article
date: 2024-04-24
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Manhattan College Signs Articulation Agreement With Rockland Community College
# Manhattan College Signs Articulation Agreement With Rockland Community College
Partnership will enable students to transfer credits seamlessly and have the opportunity for merit-based scholarships.
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Manhattan College announced on April 23, 2024 that it entered into a Principal Articulation Agreement with Rockland Community College (RCC) to enable RCC students to transfer credits seamlessly to Manhattan College (the College). The purpose of the Agreement is to “…establish collaboration between RCC and Manhattan College to promote degree completion and facilitate the transfer process.†Students from RCC who satisfy the stated requirements in the Agreement will be able to matriculate into Manhattan College with a junior year standing.
RCC graduates with a 2.5 cumulative grade point average (GPA) or higher will be admitted to most programs at Manhattan College. Further, those students who have earned a 3.0 GPA or higher will be automatically considered for merit-based scholarships at Manhattan College. Individuals must enroll at the College as a full-time, degree-seeking student and maintain at least a 3.0 GPA to renew the scholarship.
Said Milo Riverso, Ph.D., President of Manhattan College, “We are delighted to have enacted this Agreement with Rockland Community College and know it is a win-win for both institutions: RCC students are easily able to complete a transfer process to finish their undergraduate degrees and Manhattan College derives the benefit of increasing its student body with high achieving individuals. We look forward to having them join our community on campus in the very near future.â€
“Rockland Community College is equally pleased to have entered into this Articulation Agreement with Manhattan College,†said Lester Sandres Rápalo, President of RCC. “It provides our students a seamless transfer to an academically excellent institution where they can continue their studies in business, engineering, or the liberal arts and sciences.â€
For more detailed information on the transfer process, please contact Transfer Admissions at .
By MC Staff • Apr 24, 2024
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title: "Manhattan College Details Great Success in its Radiation Therapy Technology Program"
url: "/news/archive/2024/04/rtt-progress"
type: article
date: 2024-04-08
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Manhattan College Details Great Success in its Radiation Therapy Technology Program
# Manhattan College Details Great Success in its Radiation Therapy Technology Program
Manhattan College's Radiation Therapy Technology Program achieves unparalleled success with a 100% pass rate among recent graduates. Led by alumna Angela Oliveira, the program offers rigorous training and hands-on experience in premier healthcare facilities, setting the standard for excellence in radiation therapy education.
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Manhattan College proudly announces great strides in its Radiation Therapy Technology Program where students train to become licensed radiation therapists, particularly caring for cancer patients.
Radiation therapy is a medical specialty in which prescribed doses of radiation are administered to treat cancer and other diseases. Students in this 127-credit bachelor’s degree program learn essential skills for radiation therapy, including how to prepare patients and equipment for the delivery of radiation; keep accurate records of the treatment of each patient; and observe radiation safety and protection procedures.
A rigorous testing for Board certification is required by the students, and the College is particularly proud of its 100% pass rate for its most recent group of graduates, well above the national average. In addition to this achievement, the College has increased its number of service sites over the past two years by 17 facilities, now totaling 27 clinical affiliates from Long Island to Poughkeepsie, NY.
The program is led by Angela Oliveira, a Manhattan College alum and Chair of Radiologic Health Professions and Program Director/Assistant Professor.
Said Ms. Oliveira, “It is particularly gratifying to see the great strides we have been able to make in the past two years. Our students have the opportunity to rotate through some of the largest and most respected healthcare facilities in the New York metropolitan area, including private clinics and hospitals. Each student trains in three different facilities over a period of 230 clinical days during our program. I am so proud of our students and their accomplishments in a most competitive field.â€
Dr. Marcy Kelly, Dean of the Kakos School of Arts and Sciences at Manhattan College said, “Angela has brought our Radiation Therapy Technology Program to new heights. In addition to the remarkable 100% pass rate, she is pursuing a Doctorate in Education in Healthcare and has authored the Radiation Therapy Pocket Guide, a unique “how to†book for radiation technologists designed to fit into scrub pockets that has sold well over 100 copies worldwide.
Thanks to her leadership, Manhattan College is able to successfully compete for the best and the brightest students in the field of radiation therapy technology.â€
*The [Kakos School of Arts and Sciences](/academics/schools-and-departments/kakos/index) is a vibrant, interdisciplinary community of student and faculty scholars working together to advance excellence in research, teaching, and learning. We combine Lasallian values with a person-centered approach to education to cultivate transferable critical thinking and scientific inquiry skills. Our students have the unique opportunity to scaffold their disciplinary passions on a strong foundation of the liberal arts and sciences to help them become successful, ethical professionals and community-engaged stewards of the future.*
*Founded in 1853, Manhattan College is an independent, Lasallian Catholic, co-educational institution of higher learning offering undergraduate and graduate programs. For more information about the College, please visit [www.manhattan.edu](//manhattan%20OLD%202023/index).*
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title: "Manhattan College Honors Graduate Students At Its 2024 Commencement"
url: "/news/archive/2024/05/2024-graduate-commencement"
type: article
date: 2024-05-20
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Manhattan College Honors Graduate Students At Its 2024 Commencement
# Manhattan College Honors Graduate Students At Its 2024 Commencement
Philanthropist Alexandra Cohen delivered the Commencement address; Katherine G. Uffer ’23, ’24 (M.S.) was the graduating class valedictorian.
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Manhattan College held commencement exercises for its 2024 class of Graduate students on May 17 at Draddy Gymnasium on the School’s campus. The degrees were conferred upon students in the Kakos School of Arts & Sciences, the School of Engineering, and the O’Malley School of Business. Dr. Rani Roy, interim Provost, served as the emcee for the activities while Dr. Milo Riverso, President, addressed the students, praising them for opting to continue their academic studies. After the Invocation and singing of the National Anthem, the valedictory address was given by Katherine G. Uffer. Ms. Uffer, a 2023 graduate of Manhattan College with a degree in computer science, completed her graduate courses in that field in one year. In her address to the assembled group of faculty, administration, staff, family, and friends, she asked her fellow graduates to reflect on those who have impacted their lives thus far and, importantly, to pass on their knowledge to positively impact others.
A highlight of the activities was the awarding of the Doctor of Humane Letters, honoris causa to Alexandra Cohen, philanthropist and owner of the New York Mets. In a gracious speech, she acknowledged that receiving the honorary degree is “…not about what I achieved, but what I helped others achieve.†She stated that kindness and giving are central to everything in life and that they are “muscles†that need to be continuously exercised. Cohen is a lifelong New Yorker, born in Harlem and raised in Washington Heights. She attended Manhattan College and previously stated that, “My time at Manhattan College was transformative for me, and I will never forget the people there who made a difference in my life.†She is the President of the Steven & Alexandra Cohen Foundation where she directs giving toward underserved communities, children’s health and education, Lyme and tickborne disease research, the arts, and sustainability.
At the conclusion of the conferring of degrees where each student was called by name and “hoodedâ€, Dr. Riverso asked the students to remain active in Manhattan College life through its strong alumni network. “Jaspers help Jaspers,†he said.
By MC Staff • May 20, 2024
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title: "Manhattan College Celebrates Its Undergraduate Students At The School’s Commencement"
url: "/news/archive/2024/05/2024-undergraduate-commencement"
type: article
date: 2024-05-21
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Manhattan College Celebrates Its Undergraduate Students At The School’s Commencement
# Manhattan College Celebrates Its Undergraduate Students At The School’s Commencement
Chair of CAG Holdings for The Carlyle Group and Renowned Civic Leader, Dr. Gerrard P. Bushell Delivered the Commencement Address; James Washington ’24 Was the Graduating Class Valedictorian
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Manhattan College held commencement exercises for its 2024 class of Undergraduate students on May 18 th at Draddy Gymnasium on the School’s campus. Degrees were conferred upon students in the Kakos School of Arts & Sciences, the School of Engineering, and the O’Malley School of Business. Dr. Rani Roy, interim Provost, served as the emcee for the activities while Dr. Milo Riverso, President, addressed the students stating that they each completed a rigorous course of study while developing their overall moral compass. Dr. Riverso also told the students that each graduate would receive a keepsake compass through the generosity of James Patterson, a distinguished alumnus (’69) and New York Times best-selling author. The compass rose is marked with four points - justice, kindness, equality and fairness - all attributes of the College’s Lasallian mission.
After the Invocation and singing of the National Anthem, the valedictory address was given by James Washington. Washington, a Yonkers, NY native is a US Army veteran, having honorably served in the military for eight years. Graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science and a GPA of 3.84, he stated that he was “…incredibly humbled and overjoyed…†to be selected to give the valedictory address. In retelling a portion of his life story, Washington stated that before Manhattan College, he lost sight of the best version of himself, but the College was “…exactly what I needed to grow and adjust to civilian life.†He praised the tremendous support given to him by the Kinesiology Department which led to his desire to work in a service career; he plans to continue his education and pursue a career in nursing.
Another highlight of the ceremony was the awarding of the Doctor of Science, honoris causa to Dr. Gerrard P. Bushell. Introduced by Dean Donald Gibson of the O’Malley School of Business, Dr. Bushell stated that he was incredibly grateful to be recognized with an honorary degree. With a background working in finance, infrastructure design and construction, and civic leadership, Bushell is a true Renaissance man. In addition to his current leadership role as the Chair of CAG Holdings for The Carlyle Group, Dr. Bushell is the former President and CEO of the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York (DASNY), one of the nation’s largest financing and infrastructure management issuers. During his speech, he urged the students to commit to a discipline of continuous learning and to embark on a mission of self-enhancement. Bushell worked with communities in need as an advocate, leading to a life focus on social justice and human rights. Having earned a Ph.D. in Political Science and Urban Political Economy from Columbia University, he stated, “I committed to a regime of learning,†and urged the graduates to be honest with themselves, be surrounded by knowledgeable people, and always move forward. He further stated, “Learning at college is your beginning; never be surprised by what
you can accomplish. Look to embrace the world anew.â€
In his remarks at the conclusion of conferring the degrees, Dr. Riverso praised the depth and breadth of Dr. Bushell’s accomplishments as well as commenting on the unique skills and life experience that Washington brought to his studies at Manhattan College. Riverso also told the students that Manhattan College taught them to think critically, collaborate with others, and offered many opportunities to gain practical experience in their chosen fields of work. He urged the graduates to lead with compassion and moral clarity stating, “It is the Manhattan College way.â€
By MC Staff • May 21, 2024
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title: "Manhattan College Announces Executive Director For Newly-Formed Jasper Central"
url: "/news/archive/2024/05/exec-director-jasper-central"
type: article
date: 2024-05-30
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Manhattan College Announces Executive Director For Newly-Formed Jasper Central
# Manhattan College Announces Executive Director For Newly-Formed Jasper Central
Michael P. Mulrooney to Lead Jasper Central which is Focused on Student Service and Efficiency
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Manhattan College today announced that Michael P. Mulrooney has been named the Executive Director of the newly-formed Jasper Central. Opened earlier this year, Jasper Central combined the services and staff of Financial Aid, Registrar, and Student Accounts into one convenient location on the School campus and now will report directly into Mr. Mulrooney. All Jasper Central counselors are cross-trained in the mentioned financial areas to respond to student needs in an enhanced and efficient manner.
Mr. Mulrooney comes to the College with a deep and diverse resume in enrollment management, financial aid operations, and education. For the past seven years, he worked at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, FL where he most recently served as the Director of Enrollment Management Analytics. In that role, he designed, created, updated, and evolved existing and new analytic reports to assist with strategic decision making foreffective short- and long-term enrollment and recruitment. Prior to this position, he was the Associate Director of Financial Aid Operations where he monitored compliance with Federal, state, and university policies as well as serving as an adjunct instructor in Business Quantitative Methods. At Halifax Health Medical Center in Daytona Beach, FL where he was the Manager, Transplant, he developed budgets and allocated resources as well as provided leadership and coordination for physicians and clinical staff.
His academic experience included serving as a technology assistant at West Morris Central High School in Chester, NJ where he was involved in planning computer-related activities for both students and staff, and he was an instructor at various schools including Rye Country Day School in Rye, NY and St. John’s Country Day School in Orange Park, FL.
Said James J. Perrino, Vice President for Finance and Chief Financial Officer, “We are thrilled to have Mike joining our team at Manhattan College. His depth of experience in financial aid management, analytics, and education are ideally suited to the needs of overseeing Jasper Central and simplifying various financial aspects for the benefits of our students and their families.â€
Said Mr. Mulrooney, “I am genuinely excited about joining the Manhattan College family, working with Jim and his team, and, importantly, helping the students with their financial questions as much as possible.â€
Mulrooney, who will start at Manhattan College on June 3, is a graduate of Brown University with a BA in Sociology and also has an MS in Management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.
By MC Staff • May 30, 2024
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title: "Four Manhattan College Students Receive Prestigeous Gilman International Scholarships"
url: "/news/archive/2024/05/gilman-scholarships"
type: article
date: 2024-05-28
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Four Manhattan College Students Receive Prestigeous Gilman International Scholarships
# Four Manhattan College Students Receive Prestigeous Gilman International Scholarships
Scholarships Enable Pell Grant Recipients to Study Around the Globe
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Manhattan College announced that three of its current students and one recent graduate received the prestigious U.S. Department of State’s Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship, a highly competitive program that enables Pell Grant recipients to study abroad. The Gilman Scholarship provides the ability for students to enhance their skills critical to U.S. national security and economic prosperity. Veterans of military service are encouraged to apply.
The Manhattan College recipients are:
- Laenaly Guerrero – a recent graduate of Manhattan College who studied in Singapore during the past winter recess;
- Konstantinos Nalpantidis – a Brooklyn, NY native and an incoming junior at the College, Nalpantidis is an English major with an emphasis in creative writing. During his tenure in Mexico, he will focus on its culinary culture and will seek opportunities to write about that aspect of the country. He is a first-generation college student and a five-year Marine Corps reservist veteran;
- Karolina Ratnikova – originally from Russia, Ratnikova emigrated to the U.S. eight years ago and resides in Brooklyn, NY. A computer engineering major, she will study in Florence, Italy with a focus on Religious Studies. She plans on getting her Master’s degree at Manhattan College with an eventual career in cybersecurity. She is a first- generation college student; and
- Juan Ortiz Soler – originally from Santo Domingo, Soler grew up in the Bronx. He is an incoming senior and an International Studies major with minors in philosophy and religious studies. As a six-year veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, he will study in Morocco.
Each of the students credited Manhattan College in helping them achieve this recognition. Said Soler, “As a veteran, the Veterans Success Program at Manhattan is of incredible value to me. I could not have made it this far without the support of the other vets at the school, and particularly the professors’ guidance.â€
Said Dr. Adriane Bilous, Associate Director/Center for Graduate School and Fellowship Advisement, “The Gilman Scholarships serve to broaden a student’s global perspective by studying in a diverse array of geographic areas of the world. We are honored to have Manhattan College students among this elite group of scholars. I know that the experiences they will gain through the scholarships will be life-enhancing.â€
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title: "Connor Hapward ’24 Awarded Joseph J. Gunn ’30 Alumni Medal From Manhattan College"
url: "/news/archive/2024/05/gunn-medal-connor-hapward"
type: article
date: 2024-05-17
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Connor Hapward ’24 Awarded Joseph J. Gunn ’30 Alumni Medal From Manhattan College
# Connor Hapward ’24 Awarded Joseph J. Gunn ’30 Alumni Medal From Manhattan College
The Student-Athlete Embodies the Lasallian Values That Are Key to the College’s Mission
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*Connor Hapward with Manhattan College President, Dr. Milo Riverso*
Manhattan College today awarded the Joseph J. Gunn ’30 Alumni Medal to Connor Hapward, a student in its O’Malley School of Business.
The Gunn Medal is given to a graduating senior who embodies the College’s Lasallian mission and who has made a significant contribution to the College during his/her undergraduate years. This award is recognized as one of Manhattan College’s highest honors given to an undergraduate student.
A native of West Caldwell, NJ, Hapward excelled both academically and athletically at the College. With a GPA of 3.97 as a management major, he intends to pursue an MBA at Manhattan College. On the athletic front, Hapward’s position as a stellar goalie on the lacrosse field is undeniable. He earned the starting position this season and ranks among the top goalies in NCAA Division1. He is fourth in saves per game and among the Top 15 nationwide in save percentage. However, it is his selfless attitude and focus on his teammates that exemplify Hapward’s spirit of sportsmanship and camaraderie. Hapward was also active in other campus activities having served as a representative for the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee, a consistent volunteer at food pantries and working with students with special needs, and President of the College’s Management Club. According to Br. Daniel Gardner, FSC, immediate past president of Manhattan College, Hapward is a quiet leader who has concern for all people, particularly the poor. “His quiet humility coupled with his keen intellect and volunteer service makes Connor the ideal recipient for this prestigious award,†said Br. Dan. Echoed Dr. Milo Riverso, President of the College, “Connor depicts the true spirit of Manhattan College – he is academically gifted, a skilled athlete, and, importantly, a humble and giving person. We are delighted that he will remain at the College for his MBA.â€
By MC Staff • May 17, 2024
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title: "Melinda Wilson Named Director of Manhattan College Center For Academic Success"
url: "/news/archive/2024/05/melinda-wilson-cas"
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date: 2024-05-03
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Melinda Wilson Named Director of Manhattan College Center For Academic Success
# Melinda Wilson Named Director of Manhattan College Center For Academic Success
On-Campus Learning Center is Devoted to Assisting All Manhattan College Students in Any Academic Field
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Manhattan College today announced that Melinda Wilson, Ph. D. has been named the Director of the Center for Academic Success (CAS). The on-campus learning center is devoted to assisting any Manhattan College student in enhancing his/her academic performance in any subject area offered at the College. The majority of the one-on-one tutoring is done by student tutors who have achieved a grade of A- or better in the given subject. A professional English language specialist is also available through CAS for those students whose native language is not English and would like to improve their English writing and speaking skills. CAS is located on the Manhattan College campus in Thomas Hall’s Learning Commons and in the Leo Learning Center. CAS also offers evening hours in Lee Hall, the dormitory for first-year students.
Dr. Wilson has been a visiting Assistant Professor of English at the College where she taught first year composition courses. She has dedicated her career to classroom teaching as well as supporting students through writing centers at institutions including Baruch College (part of the City University of New York), LIM College, St. John’s University, Fordham University, and Florida State University. A former professional Writing Consultant at Baruch College, Dr. Wilson has been involved in student mentorship and academic support initiatives for over 15 years. She has experience in assessment, tutor training, CRLA certification, and academic support initiatives. Additionally, she is the author of a forthcoming English composition textbook from Kendall Hunt Publishing as well as the author of a debut book of poems titled, What It Was Like to be a Woman, scheduled to be published in early 2025 by Indolent Books.
“The spirit of community at Manhattan College is one of the main factors that attracted me to the School,†said Dr. Wilson. “Whether it be with colleagues or students, there is a general sense of camaraderie, respect, and caring that people show to one another day in and day out that makes Manhattan College a particularly lovely environment.â€
Kelly Marin, Ph, D, Interim Associate Provost stated, “We are thrilled to have Melinda join our team as the Director of CAS. Her depth of knowledge and deep passion for student support and success gained from student mentorship and academic support initiatives for over 15 years will greatly enhance our ability to assist all Manhattan College students regardless of their major area of study.â€
Dr. Wilson received her BA in English from the University of New Hampshire, her MFA in Creative Writing from The New School, and her Ph.D. in English from Florida State University.
By MC Staff • May 03, 2024
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title: "John L. Paluszek Scholarship Awarded To Elizabeth Kalaj ‘25 At Manhattan College"
url: "/news/archive/2024/05/paluszek-scholarship"
type: article
date: 2024-05-21
updated: 2026-04-09
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# John L. Paluszek Scholarship Awarded To Elizabeth Kalaj ‘25 At Manhattan College
# John L. Paluszek Scholarship Awarded To Elizabeth Kalaj ‘25 At Manhattan College
Scholarship Honors First Generation College Students in the Liberal Arts with a Focus on Civic Engagement
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Manhattan College (the College) announced the awarding of the first Annual John L. Paluszek Scholarship which carries with it a stipend of $10,000 to Elizabeth Kalaj ’25. The Scholarship, with a focus on honoring first generation college students majoring in one of the liberal arts, also has a focus on exemplary community service and civic engagement.
Ms. Kalaj is a junior majoring in psychology with a minor in environmental studies as well as religious studies. Matching the established criteria for the Scholarship, Ms. Kalaj is a first- generation college student with solid academic credentials – having been on the Dean’s List every semester and enjoying a GPA of 3.86 – and works both on and off campus to relieve some of the financial costs of a college education. Importantly, she is a stellar example of living the Lasallian mission of Manhattan College of supporting others through extracurricular activities, including volunteering at the Campus Ministry and Social Action Suite, serving as a resident advisor, and, in her own words, “…participating in just about every clothing drive or volunteer event on campus.†She also serves as the President of the College’s Psychology Club.
Said Mr. Paluszek, “As a 1955 Manhattan College graduate and first-generation college student, I wanted to shine a light on those students who are driven to succeed academically in any of the liberal arts, realize the importance of giving back to their communities, and understand the special challenges of a first- generation college student. The success that I have been fortunate enough to achieve as an adult has its roots in my family upbringing and the superior education that I received at Manhattan College. It is important to me that I give back in a small way to contribute to the success of future students such as Elizabeth.â€
Paluszek served the College in many ways prior to the establishment of the scholarship bearing his name; he is a trustee emeritus of the College and was awarded an honorary degree, Doctor of Humane Letters. He also is the Past National President of the Public Relations Society of America which recently honored him by renaming its Atlas Award the John L. Paluszek Atlas Award for Lifetime Achievement in International Public Relations. He spent the majority of his career as Senior Counsel at Ketchum, the communications consultancy.
According to Dr. Heidi Laudien and Dr. Mehnaz Afridi, Co-chairs of the John L. Paluszek Scholarship Award Committee, “We are so grateful to John for the establishment of this Scholarship and the incredible impact that it will have upon the lives of the selected honorees going forward. We also appreciate the emphasis placed upon students majoring in one of the liberal arts and the importance of civic engagement and giving back to their communities. This truly embodies the spirit of the well-rounded education that our students receive at Manhattan College and Elizabeth is a superior choice to be chosen as the inaugural recipient.â€
As part of the Scholarship, the selected student will serve as an ambassador for successive honorees. The official awarding of the John L. Paluszek Scholarship to Ms. Kalaj will take place in the Fall of 2024.
By MC Staff • May 21, 2024
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title: "Sarah Scott, Ph.D. Professor From Manhattan College Appointed Fellow Of The National Humanities Center"
url: "/news/archive/2024/05/sarah-scott-fellow-national-humanities-center"
type: article
date: 2024-05-20
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Sarah Scott, Ph.D. Professor From Manhattan College Appointed Fellow Of The National Humanities Center
# Sarah Scott, Ph.D. Professor From Manhattan College Appointed Fellow Of The National Humanities Center
Focus of Study is on Frances Power Cobbe, British Philosopher and Women’s Rights and Animal Welfare Activist
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Manhattan College announced that Sarah Scott, Ph.D. has been awarded a Fellowship to the National Humanities Center (NHC), the world’s only independent institute dedicated exclusively to advanced study in all areas of the humanities. The newly appointed Fellows constitute the 47th class of resident scholars to be admitted since the Center opened in 1978. The highly competitive group of applicants represented institutions from around the world, and this year’s class will have scholars from universities and colleges in 16 U.S. states and the District of Columbia as well as Canada, Hong Kong, and the United Kingdom. NHC will award approximately $1.5million in fellowship grants to enable the selected scholars to take leave from their normal academic responsibilities and pursue research at the Center located in Research Triangle Park, NC.
Dr. Scott’s area of study is The Moral Philosophy of Frances Power Cobbe: Forgotten British Philosopher and Women’s Rights and Animal Welfare Activist. Cobbe (1822-1904) helped pass the Matrimonial Causes Act and founded the Victoria Street Society (now the National Anti-Vivisection Society) and the British Union for the Abolition of Vivisection (now Cruelty Free International). Dr. Scott’s research is the first in-depth analysis of Cobbe’s moral philosophy by a philosopher, engaging with Cobbe’s diverse modes of writing and analyzing her influences and ongoing relevance.
According to Dr. Scott, “This is the story of a philosopher who has been erased from history, yet whose legacy lives on every time a woman is able to divorce an abusive spouse or an animal is saved from testing. It fills a gap in the movement to correct the erasure of women philosophers; while much has been done on early modern women philosophers, little research has been done on nineteenth-century women.†She continued, “Being named a Fellow at NHC is a dream come true for an academic. I am incredibly honored to be part of the selected class of scholars.â€
Dr. Scott is also the editor of Martin Buber: Creaturely Life and Social Form (Indiana University Press, 2022), and has published on the significance of Buber’s moral philosophy, Buber’s aestheticism and account of moral imagination, and Buber’s early work on Nicholas of Cusa. Beyond her work on Buber, she conducts research in ethics and the history of philosophy, especially women philosophers as well as animal ethics. Prior to her tenure at NHC, Dr. Scott will give a presentation on Cobbe at the Oxford Centre for Animal Ethics Summer School, University of Oxford, England to be held this August.
Said Marcy Kelly, Ph. D. and Dean of the Kakos School of Arts and Sciences at Manhattan College, “We were thrilled to hear of Sarah’s acceptance as part of the 47th class of scholars at the National Humanities Center. This is an incredible honor for both Sarah and Manhattan College.â€
By MC Staff • May 20, 2024
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title: "Saran Camara ’21 Receives Prestigious Payne Fellowship From USAID"
url: "/news/archive/2024/05/saran-camara-usaid-payne-fellowship"
type: article
date: 2024-05-09
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Saran Camara ’21 Receives Prestigious Payne Fellowship From USAID
# Saran Camara ’21 Receives Prestigious Payne Fellowship From USAID
First Manhattan College Alumna to Achieve This Recognition
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*By: Bianca Schad* ’**24**
Manhattan College alumna Saran Camara ’21 is one of 30 fellows nationwide to be selected for the prestigious Donald M. Payne Fellowship, a United States Agency International Development (USAID) fellowship program. She is the first student from the College to receive this esteemed award.
A double major in [economics](/academics/majors-and-minors/economics-business) and [finance](/academics/majors-and-minors/finance), Camara graduated summa cum laude from Manhattan.
Currently, she is working as a financial analyst on the global deal management team at Syneos Health, a pharmaceutical company that provides research and commercial services to biotechnology companies.
As a student, Camara was actively involved as a peer tutor for the Center for Academic Success, a Women Inspiring Successful Enterprise (WISE) fellow, and a member of the Economics and Finance Society. She was also a two-time Jasper Summer Research Scholar. Her summer research projects involved environmental and development economics and aimed to contribute to solving some of the most pressing challenges of our times, such as climate change and inequality.
Her accomplishments also extended into her community beyond the campus. She worked as an accounting assistant at the Fordham Bedford Housing Corporation in New York City, where she assisted low- and middle-income tenants in applying for rental assistance so they could better navigate the pandemic. She also tutored children at a community center in New York.
“Manhattan College is the place that enabled me to grow professionally and personally by giving me the exact tools I needed to succeed,†Camara said. “There was such a great support system, a stellar quality of education, and all the professors left a lasting impression on me.†In particular, Camara cites Brother Daniel Gardner, FSC, executive director of campus ministry and social action, who told Camara about the fellowship and guided her through the application process.
“Saran is extraordinary, and I knew she would be a natural fit for the fellowship,†Brother Daniel said. “She had the temperament, personality, and most of all, the skills needed to excel in this fellowship program.â€
The Payne Fellowship is highly competitive, with only a 3% acceptance rate this year. All participants who are awarded the USAID Payne Fellowship are required to pursue a graduate degree in international development or other areas of relevance to the work of the USAID Foreign Service at a U.S. graduate or professional school. Camara plans to pursue a master’s degree in international affairs, specializing in international development.
"The USAID provides all types of essential living aid to people in international settings,†Brother Daniel said. “It’s all about looking out for the needs of others, and that is exactly what Lasallian education is all about. This particular fellowship not only matches up perfectly with who we are as an institution, but also with who Saran has shown us that she has been over her four years here.â€
The awardees are also provided with monetary benefits over two years for graduate school, internships, mentoring, and professional development activities. Fellows who successfully complete the Payne Fellowship Program and USAID Foreign Service entry requirements are guaranteed appointment as foreign service officers.
Camara’s background shaped her passion for international affairs. Born in America, Camara spent her formative years in Guinea. Her passion for and commitment to public service stem from her upbringing.
“As a first-generation American born to Guinean parents, earning this fellowship is something I am incredibly proud of,†Saran said. “I’m delighted to leverage my diverse experience to deliver results that will drive positive change around the world.â€
By MC Staff • May 09, 2024
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title: "Manhattan College Honors Raymond W. Kelly ’63 And John A. Catsimatidis At Its Annual De La Salle Medal Dinner"
url: "/news/archive/2024/06/de-la-salle-dinner-2024"
type: article
date: 2024-05-30
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Manhattan College Honors Raymond W. Kelly ’63 And John A. Catsimatidis At Its Annual De La Salle Medal Dinner
# Manhattan College Honors Raymond W. Kelly ’63 And John A. Catsimatidis At Its Annual De La Salle Medal Dinner
Former NYC Police Commissioner and CEO of the Guardian Group, and Chairman and CEO of the Red Apple Group Praised at Manhattan College’s Premier Fundraising Event
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Manhattan College held its annual De La Salle Medal Dinner on May 22 at the Plaza Hotel honoring two New York City luminaries – John A. Catsimatidis and Raymond W. Kelly, a 1963 graduate of the College. The event is the College’s premier fundraiser which generates support for student scholarships helping to defray the cost of tuition.
Catsimatidis is the Chairman and CEO of the Red Apple Group, a national conglomerate with holdings in oil refining and bio fuels, retail petroleum products, convenience stores, real estate, aviation, supermarkets, as well as investments in both medical and industrial technology. His various companies post annual sales of approximately $8 billion. Among his many activities, he hosts a popular radio program on WABC radio. Along with his wife, Margo, their charitable interests are focused on the American Kidney Foundation, Alzheimer’s Foundation, Parkinsons Disease Foundation, Juvenile Diabetes Foundation, and the Police Athletic league. Catsimatidis is Vice Chairman of the Greek orthodox Archdiocese of America, serving as the highest lay person. He is the author of a recent best-selling book, *How Far Do You Want To Go? Lessons From a Common-Sense Billionaire.*
With fifty years is public service, including 14 years as police commissioner of the City of New York, Kelly holds a BBA from Manhattan College, a JD from St. John’s University, an LLM from New York University Graduate School of Law, and an MPA from the Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University. In addition to his distinguished career as commissioner, he also served as senior managing director of global corporate security at Bear, Sterns & Co, Inc.;commissioner of the U.S. Customs Service; undersecretary for enforcement at the U.S. Treasury Department; and vice president for the Americas of Interpol. His Eminence Cardinal Dolan named Kelly to the Board of Directors of The Alfred E. Smith Memorial Foundation.
Said Thomas Mauriello, Senior Vice president for College Advancement, “It was such a privilege to honor a leader like John Catsimatidis who continues to be one of the most philanthropic individuals in New York City. We are so grateful to John and his wonderful wife Margo for all they did for Manhattan College. John and Margo are also extraordinary advocates for law enforcement. And so, it was fitting that we also honored our alumnus, former NYPD Commissioner and CEO of the Guardian Group, and my dear friend, Ray Kelly, who has served our government, community, and our college at every level. These two extraordinary leaders had a profound impact on our college and our students. Their support means a great deal to the entire Manhattan College community.â€
By MC Staff • May 30, 2024
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title: "Manhattan College Listed Among Best Colleges by Money Magazine"
url: "/news/archive/2024/06/money-magazine-2024"
type: article
date: 2024-06-17
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Manhattan College Listed Among Best Colleges by Money Magazine
# Manhattan College Listed Among Best Colleges by Money Magazine
745 Schools Chosen from Over 2,400 Institutions
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Manhattan College today announced that it achieved a Best Colleges rating from Money magazine’s annual rankings. According to the magazine, “Money’s analysis showcases the country’s top 745 colleges based on graduation rates, cost of attendance, financial aid, alumni salaries and more.†The 745 selected schools are culled from a starting list of more than 2,400 institutions made up of four-year public and private nonprofit colleges and universities throughout the U.S.
The rankings are based on 25 factors in three categories: quality of education, affordability, and outcomes focused on earnings ten years after college entry. Manhattan College garnered four out of a possible five stars in the listing.
Said Milo Riverso, PhD, PE, President of Manhattan College, “We are incredibly pleased but not surprised that Manhattan College achieved this noteworthy distinction. As a college focused on quality education and development of the whole person, we pride ourselves on the strength of our faculty as teachers as well as researchers. Our students are afforded the opportunities to work closely with their professors in each of our three schools – the Kakos School of Arts and Sciences, the O’Malley School of Business, and the School of Engineering – and we have an alumni network that is second to none. As a graduate of Manhattan myself, I know well how vital the teacher/student relationship is and how it prepared me for my future roles in both academia and business. Our graduates are leaders of industry, finance, engineering, and the liberal arts who developed a well-rounded skillset during their years at Manhattan. This ranking is a testament to our devoted and highly-regarded faculty and a supportive and knowledgeable staff.â€
By MC Staff • Jun 17, 2024
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title: "Swimming & Diving Gets Recognized on Scholar All-America Team"
url: "/news/archive/2024/06/swimming-diving-scholar-all-america-team"
type: article
date: 2024-06-27
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Swimming & Diving Gets Recognized on Scholar All-America Team
# Swimming & Diving Gets Recognized on Scholar All-America Team
Teams qualified based on achieving a cumulative team GPA of 3.0 or higher for the Spring 2024 semester
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The College Swimming and Diving Coaches Association (CSCAA) has selected the Manhattan College men's and women's swimming and diving teams to the Scholar All-America Team. A total of 722 teams qualified based on achieving a cumulative team GPA of 3.0 or higher for the Spring 2024 semester.
Learn more about this recognition at [gojaspers.com.](https://gojaspers.com/news/2024/6/26/mens-swimming-diving-swimming-diving-gets-recognized-on-scholar-all-america-team.aspx)
By MC Staff • Jun 27, 2024
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title: "Manhattan College Professor, Honored with Chair’s Award from Prominent Engineering Organization"
url: "/news/archive/2024/06/walter-saukin-chair-award-ACEC-NY"
type: article
date: 2024-06-20
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Manhattan College Professor, Honored with Chair’s Award from Prominent Engineering Organization
# Manhattan College Professor, Honored with Chair’s Award from Prominent Engineering Organization
ACEC-NY Honors Professor for His Focus on Young Learners
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Manhattan College proudly announced that Dr. Walter Saukin, a faculty member in its School of Engineering for over 40 years, was selected for the Chair’s Award from the American Council of Engineering Companies of New York (ACEC-NY). The recognition honors Saukin for “…his commitment to introducing young learners to the science of engineering through his never-ending energy and diligent work in the engineering industry.â€
Saukin’s accomplishments within the engineering community are legendary – from serving as Executive Secretary of the New York Water Environment Association and being elected to its Hall of Fame, to serving on the Academic Advisory Board of the Bronx Engineering and Technical Academy (BETA), and to serving on the Advisory Board of the Yonkers School System. But, along with his decades of teaching engineering students at Manhattan College, it is his commitment to the creation of high school outreach programs for recruiting and developing students’ passions for engineering over the past four decades that truly epitomize Saukin’s ability to reach out to young people and instill in them a love of engineering and, by extension, all the STEM (science/technology/engineering/math) subjects.
The current high school programs, held during summers on the Manhattan College campus, draw 120 students from an application pool of approximately 600 – with a particular focus on young women and minority students. Historically, 84% of those students who participate in the program enter the engineering industry and 97% study one of the STEM subjects in college. The opening day of the sessions bring both students and their parents to Manhattan College to get an in-depth feel for the entire program. The program’s faculty come from the ranks of Manhattan College’s highly-regarded School of Engineering along with representatives from many of New York’s leading engineering firms.
Said Dr. Saukin, “I want to give students a solid understanding of the engineering world, but I also want to give them a life perspective. As someone who grew up in the South Bronx with immigrant parents who had little formal education, I know how empowering education is. Learning how to learn is the key to so much in life.â€
Milo Riverso, Ph.D., P.E. President of Manhattan College and an engineering alum of the School, said, “Having a teacher such as Walter is an extraordinary opportunity. His passion, his humor, his love of learning, and his love of athletics is infectious. Every student who is in one of his classes – be it high school or college – is so fortunate.â€
The Manhattan College Summer Engineering Awareness Program will be in full-swing again this year with three sessions throughout the summer beginning at the end of June and going through the end of July.
By MC Staff • Jun 20, 2024
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title: "Manhattan College's School Of Business Reaffirms AACSB Accreditation"
url: "/news/archive/2024/07/aacsb-accreditation-reaffirmed"
type: article
date: 2024-07-08
updated: 2026-06-03
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# Manhattan College's School Of Business Reaffirms AACSB Accreditation
# Manhattan College's School Of Business Reaffirms AACSB Accreditation
O’Malley School of Business maintains prestigious accreditation for six years
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Manhattan College’s [O’Malley School of Business (OMSB)](/academics/schools-and-departments/school-of-business/index) reaffirmed its accreditation for all the business degree programs from the AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) International Board of Directors. The highly-respected association is the longest serving global accrediting body for business schools that offer undergraduate, master’s and doctorate degrees in business and accounting.
“I am thrilled that OMSB is maintaining the AACSB accreditation for another six years.†said Hany Guirguis, dean of the School of Business. “This impressive achievement places our school among only six percent of business schools worldwide that have earned AACSB accreditation. Under the leadership of President Milo Riverso and Provost Rani Roy, this prestigious recognition is a testament to our incredible staff and the academic excellence and dedication our faculty has for our students as well as our business community.â€
To reaffirm its AACSB accreditation, the O’Malley School of Business must align to the Guiding Principles of AACSB in developing high quality business programs. During the accreditation review period, OMSB faculty produced 503 intellectual contributions, including 116 peer-reviewed journal articles and 182 conference presentations. Within the past five years, 12 faculty members have served as Editors, Associate Editors, or on the Editorial Board of journals within their disciplines.
Milo Riverso, Ph.D., P.E. President of Manhattan College said, “The prestigious AACSB accreditation is well-earned. Our dedicated faculty led by Dean Guirguis does an exceptional job of creating an innovative business learning environment where students can thrive and take advantage of an extensive alumni network that provides opportunities in New York City and beyond.â€
The AACSB found that overall, the O’Malley School of Business at Manhattan College is an innovative leader in Lasallian business education that has had measurable impact and continues to lead its students down a path of success.
By MC Staff • Jul 08, 2024
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title: "Kimara Patton to serve as the new Assistant General Counsel"
url: "/news/archive/2024/07/assistant-general-counsel-kimara-patton"
type: article
date: 2024-07-29
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Kimara Patton to serve as the new Assistant General Counsel
# Kimara Patton to serve as the new Assistant General Counsel
Patton brings a diverse legal background to the new position.
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The Manhattan College community is pleased to welcome Kimara Patton as the new assistant general counsel. In this role, she will help ensure compliance with federal, state, and city statutes, and manage Title IX compliance, training and investigations.
Patton has more than 20 years of legal experience, which includes serving as the Title IX Coordinator for Baruch College assuming the duty of point person for students and staff regarding Title IX issues. She also managed compliance rules and regulations for various levels of government, including finding resolution to claims of misconduct and discrimination in accordance with regulatory requirements. Patton also served as Baruch’s Deputy Chief Diversity Officer. Before joining the world of higher education in 2020, Patton held several positions, including Chief of the General Legal Services Division and then Chief Compliance Officer for the New York Liquidation Bureau as well as Queens County Assistant District Attorney.
“In keeping with the spirit of the core values of Manhattan College,†Patton said, “I wish to continue to build a strong and engaged community where every individual is inspired to be their best self."
Patton is stepping into a newly created position that will support just about every area of the College. Her initial focus will be to amend the College’s Title IX policy to reflect the recently enacted regulations and develop commensurate enforcement measures. And as Assistant General Counsel, Patton will report directly to Manhattan College’s Vice President and General Counsel, James Ryan.
"With her depth of experience, Kimara will be a welcome addition to the Jasper community," Ryan said. “We look forward to adding her as a valuable resource in the Office of General Counsel.â€
Before beginning her impressive career practicing law, Patton earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Cornell University and received her Juris Doctor from Boston College Law School. She also has a vested interest in her community and was recently elected to the school board in her town of Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey. Patton emphasized what matters most: family. She is a wife and mother of two kids with whom she loves to hike and travel internationally.
By MC Staff • Jul 29, 2024
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title: "Richard Carbonaro, Ph.D. Named Associate Dean For School Of Engineering"
url: "/news/archive/2024/07/associate-dean-engineering-rich-carbonaro"
type: article
date: 2024-07-23
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Richard Carbonaro, Ph.D. Named Associate Dean For School Of Engineering
# Richard Carbonaro, Ph.D. Named Associate Dean For School Of Engineering
Key Leadership position will help lead and expand the school’s programs
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Manhattan College’s Richard (Rich) Carbonaro, Ph.D. P.E., is now the Associate Dean for the School of Engineering (SoE), helping to lead the highly-regarded program with a legacy that spans over 130 years.
In this position, the Manhattan College alumnus will help grow the school's programs and focus on: academic excellence, a dedication to student success, expanding internal and external partnerships, and fostering a dynamic and collaborative academic environment for all.
"I’m excited to start this new chapter in my academic career and I’m grateful for the opportunity to work on behalf of the entire SoE faculty, staff, and students,†said Dr. Carbonaro. “Manhattan College provided me with a rigorous and practical engineering education, which has served me well throughout my career. We are known for our preparedness, creativity, and determination, which helps us continue the tradition of excellence. Our goal is simple, to ensure our graduates have the best training possible to be effective problem-solvers with the skills to overcome the next set of engineering challenges."
Dr. Carbonaro’s affiliation with Manhattan College began as an undergraduate. He completed both his bachelor’s ('97) and master’s degrees ('99) from the College in Environmental Engineering and went on to complete his doctorate at Johns Hopkins University (’04). He returned shortly after and became an assistant professor at Manhattan’s SoE. He has since served as a professor of chemical engineering at Manhattan College. Dr. Carbonaro is licensed in the state of New York and has worked for over a decade as a Partner and Principal Environmental Engineer with Mutch Associates, LLC.
His current practice areas and interests include: chemical fate and transport in natural and engineered systems, chemical reaction engineering, remediation of soils and sediments, in situ groundwater remediation and geochemical redox cycling of metals. He also consults on a wide range of topics, including water quality, contaminant fate and transport, groundwater geochemistry, hazardous waste remediation, and environmental forensics.
Dr. Carbonaro’s research on these topics has yielded several externally funded research grants and awards, and over thirty publications in leading peer-reviewed journals.
“I am thrilled that Rich will be able to join us in his new role as the Associate Dean,†said Anirban De, Ph,D., P.E. Interim Dean of the SoE. “Rich and I have previously worked together as faculty members and I admire his dedicated efforts to ensure the well-being of our students. He has regularly planned and participated in outreach activities to recruit students and the SoE will benefit from having him in his new role. As an alumnus of the SoE himself, Rich understands what it means to be a Jasper Engineer and he is an excellent role model for our students, as well as our younger faculty members.â€
By MC Staff • Jul 23, 2024
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title: "Michele Saracino appointed the new Associate Dean of the Kakos School of Arts and Sciences"
url: "/news/archive/2024/07/associate-dean-kakos-michele-saracino"
type: article
date: 2024-07-24
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Michele Saracino appointed the new Associate Dean of the Kakos School of Arts and Sciences
# Michele Saracino appointed the new Associate Dean of the Kakos School of Arts and Sciences
Academic leader touts 22 years with Manhattan College
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Michele Saracino, Ph.D., has been appointed to the role of Kakos School of Arts and Sciences Associate Dean. She brings a wealth of institutional expertise and knowledge to this position.
As part of her new responsibilities, Dr. Saracino will assist with initiatives coming from the dean's office including, developing curriculum and programs, assisting with program updates and assessment to guarantee rigor and relevance, and assisting the education department with its accreditation process. Also, she will collaborate with leadership on internal and external articulation agreements, support student enrollment and retention activities throughout the school, and guarantee adherence to College, school, and external (state, accrediting agency) regulations and procedures.
Dr. Saracino is well-suited for this position. During her 22-year tenure at Manhattan College, she served as chair of the Religious Studies department from 2013–2017 and developed the Religion Matters Program. She also created the Judith Plaskow Lecture for Women and Religion, developed the Religious Studies Honors Thesis, and acted as co-coordinator of the Honors Enrichment Program.
“I am grateful for all the opportunities I have had to be part of the Manhattan College community over the past two decades,†said Dr. Saracino. “I look forward to supporting Dean Marcy Kelly in growing the new Kakos School of Arts and Sciences.â€
Part of the tremendous experience Dr. Saracino brings to this role includes serving on several collegewide, schoolwide, and departmental committees — most recently the Council for Faculty Affairs, the Promotion and Tenure Committee, and the Enrollment Management and Advisory Committee. Currently, she is leading an admissions initiative to prompt engagement and connection between new and current students and their families.
“I am excited to have Dr. Saracino join our team. Her extensive experience at the College as a faculty member and an administrator will be an asset to our continued forward momentum,†said Marcy Kelly, Ph.D., dean of the Kakos School of Arts and Sciences.
Throughout her esteemed career at Manhattan, Dr. Saracino has participated in various Lasallian formation programs, including the original Lasallian Leadership Conference. Her teaching and research focus on the areas of Christian anthropology, contemporary continental theory, and psychologies of the self. She has also published four books, an edited volume, and various essays. Her most recent work explores theological interpretations of hope and despair. Additionally, Dr. Saracino has been elected to leadership positions at the foremost theological organizations, now serving as the program coordinator for the American Theological Society and as a member of the Centennial Committee for the Catholic Theological Society of America.
By MC Staff • Jul 24, 2024
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title: "Manhattan College Names Stephen J. Pugliese, Ph.D. Chief-Of-Staff"
url: "/news/archive/2024/07/chief-of-staff-stephen-j-pugliese"
type: article
date: 2024-06-27
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Manhattan College Names Stephen J. Pugliese, Ph.D. Chief-Of-Staff
# Manhattan College Names Stephen J. Pugliese, Ph.D. Chief-Of-Staff
New COS to help implement President’s vision for MC
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Manhattan College today announced that Stephen J. Pugliese, Ph.D. will assume the role of Chief-of-Staff. He will report directly to the College President, Milo Riverso, Ph.D., P.E.
In this position as the newest member of the President’s Cabinet, Pugliese will lead institutional projects and manage high-profile initiatives. He will also work closely with other members of the entire executive leadership team to implement the President’s vision and manage priorities toward advancing the College’s mission and goals. Additionally, Pugliese will serve as a liaison to administration, faculty, staff, and external stakeholders, focusing on processes and projects across all divisions within the College.
Said Pugliese, “I am thrilled to assume this new position, working closely with President Riverso and his leadership team. I was drawn to Manhattan College since Catholic higher education is my passion, and the Lasallian tradition of the School is personally and professionally integral to my outlook on education. Working for a focused, mission-driven institution is critical to learning. As I start on my journey at Manhattan, one of my first areas of focus is to understand the culture of the School and – all importantly – to listen, observe, and learn.â€
Pugliese has a broad and deep background in higher education. From 2017 to 2023, he worked for the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, culminating with his position as Senior Vice President and Chief-of-Staff. He had responsibilities across all units to ensure consistent operational coordination and efficiencies of accreditation activities, effective organizational management, and practices that promoted a positive culture and the attainment of mission-critical goals. His previous professional experience includes serving as Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs at Mount Aloysius College and Vice President for Student Development & Engagement and Enrollment Management at Immaculata University. He also served as Vice Provost for Student Life at St. Bonaventure University, Dean of Students at Marywood University, and Coordinator for Residence Management at Villanova University.
Dr. Riverso commented, “Steve is a quintessential academic leader. His broad array of experience, his proven ability to manage complex issues to successful conclusions, and his appreciation of our Lasallian tradition make him a particularly strong asset to me as we continue to enhance the special qualities that we enjoy at Manhattan College.â€
Pugliese received a Doctor of Philosophy in Human Development, Higher Education Administration from Marywood University, Scranton, PA; a Master of Science in Human Organization Science, Human Resource Development from Villanova University, Villanova, PA; and a Bachelor of Arts in Speech and Theater Communication from Kutztown University, Kutztown, PA.
By MC Staff • Jun 27, 2024
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title: "Manhattan College Mentoring Program Adds Virtual Feature"
url: "/news/archive/2024/07/jasper-career-network"
type: article
date: 2024-07-22
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Manhattan College Mentoring Program Adds Virtual Feature
# Manhattan College Mentoring Program Adds Virtual Feature
Online site offers expanded access for students and alumni connections
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The [Center for Career Development](//inside.manhattan.edu/student-life/career-pathways/career-development/index), with the backing of the Alumni Relations team, is offering more ways for mentors and mentees to connect. The Jasper Career Network platform, is another addition to Manhattan's already successful [Mentoring Program](//inside.manhattan.edu/student-life/career-pathways/career-development/students/mentor-program-students) which was created 26 years ago.
Our 2023-2024 cohort included 227 student mentees and 179 alumni mentors. Those numbers are likely to expand with the support of this platform. Users can gain career guidance and can be connected to countless resources and professional opportunities. Experts in every career field are proud to be a part of this new platform, which will facilitate matching students with mentors.
Over the years, alumni mentor coalitions have organically formed across various industries and organizations like AECOM, ConEdison, the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Montefiore Medical Center, NYC Department of Education, Port Authority of NY & NJ, STV, NBC Universal, and Turner Construction.
“We are grateful to the supporters of the alumni network, especially longtime mentor, Manhattan College President Dr. Riverso. All of our alumni mentors continue to support, invest, encourage, and commit to this incredible program,†said Leanne McKeown, Manhattan College alumna and Program Manager.
In addition to the alumni network, this online community links to Handshake, the premier site for internships and jobs for college students.
"We are excited to offer this comprehensive mentorship and career site, which expands opportunities for valuable networking and mentorship through a virtual Jasper community," said Milo Riverso, Ph.D., P.E. President, Manhattan College and one of the founders of the program." By providing a supportive online environment and valuable resources, we want to empower our students and alumni to increase their connections and contribute to our institution's goal of helping to launch and grow the careers of all Manhattan College graduates."
The site is open and you can register at .
By MC Staff • Jul 22, 2024
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title: "Manhattan College Names Kristell Lowe Vice President Of Student Life"
url: "/news/archive/2024/07/kristell-lowe-vp-student-life"
type: article
date: 2024-07-23
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Manhattan College Names Kristell Lowe Vice President Of Student Life
# Manhattan College Names Kristell Lowe Vice President Of Student Life
Lowe brings extensive higher education experience to enhance student life and campus operations
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Manhattan College today announced that Kristell Lowe has been named Vice President of Student Life. The Paris, France native comes to the College with an extensive background in the luxury hospitality industry coupled with campus operations in higher education. She will report directly to the College President and serve as a member of the President’s Executive Cabinet.
Said Milo Riverso, PhD, President of Manhattan College, “We are thrilled to have Kristell as a leader within the Manhattan College community. Her focus on hospitality and service gained through two decades of experience at some of the leading properties in the world and her most recent position as Vice President of Campus Operations at Lynn University will greatly enhance the experiences that we offer our students. Her enthusiasm and eagerness to meet with as many students as possible and discuss their needs will bring a much-needed culture of service to the entire campus.â€
Added Lowe, “I am eager to bring to Manhattan College what I have learned throughout my hospitality and higher education career. As an extremely hands-on person, I will be a visible presence on the beautiful Riverdale campus, interested in learning about our students’ needs and preferences in all aspects of their college lives. While their academic performances are paramount, it is of vital importance to give them an environment outside the classroom that is of the highest quality. It is my goal to make our students feel comfortable, cared for, and placed in a position to thrive. My family and I are thrilled to be joining the Jasper community.â€
Among her responsibilities, Lowe will help foster student engagement, resident life and Athletics as well as oversee conferences and events and the Dean of Students. She will also focus on both residential and commuter students at the College.
Lowe served as Vice President of Campus Operations at Lynn University (FL) where she oversaw events, dining services, and performing arts operations, among other items. Her hospitality background includes her tenure as Vice President of Operations at Performance Hospitality Management, General Manager of Carillon Miami Wellness Resort; Director of Rooms for W South Beach, the flagship property for the W brand; and Director of Front Office at the iconic St. Regis New York. She is fluent in four languages: French (native speaker), English, Spanish and Italian.
Lowe holds an MBA in Financial Valuation and Investment Management from Lynn University; a BS in Finance and Hotel Management from Université d’Evry Val d’Essonne, Paris; and an Associate Degree in Italian Culture, Language, and Literature from Université de La Sorbonne Nouvelle, Paris.
She lives with her husband and three children in New York City and is a competitive triathlete and a leisure equestrian.
By MC Staff • Jul 23, 2024
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title: "The NCAA Appoints Manhattan College Athletic Director To Men’s Basketball Committee"
url: "/news/archive/2024/07/ncaa-appoints-irma-garcia-mens-basketball-committee"
type: article
date: 2024-06-29
updated: 2026-04-09
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# The NCAA Appoints Manhattan College Athletic Director To Men’s Basketball Committee
# The NCAA Appoints Manhattan College Athletic Director To Men’s Basketball Committee
Appointment is another highpoint in Irma Garcia storied athletic career
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Manhattan Athletics Director Irma Garcia is only the seventh woman to be appointed to the NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Committee. Her five-year term begins immediately and last five years.
Garcia came to Manhattan College about a year ago and under her leadership the swimming and diving team earned recognition from the CSCAA for academic achievement and the . Before that she spent 35 years at St. Francis in Brooklyn serving in several capacities. She coached the women’s basketball team from 1988-99, then became associate athletics director from 1999-2007 and then she was promoted to athletics director from 2007-23.
While in her various roles she was awarded the Northeast Conference women’s basketball Coach of the Year in 1998, won the FCS Administrator of the Year in 2014-15 from the group now called Women Leaders in Sports, and a year later received Division I-AAA Under Armour Athletic Director of the Year honors. Garcia also held leadership roles with the National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics, the Minority Opportunities Athletic Association, the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities, and the Public Schools Athletic League of New York City.
“I am thrilled to be selected as the MAAC representative on the NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Committee,†Garcia said. “This is without question an opportunity to elevate Manhattan College, our conference and Division I men’s basketball. I’m excited to get started working alongside my fellow committee members. The best is yet to come!â€
Milo Riverso, Ph.D., President of Manhattan College said, “This is an extraordinary achievement for Irma. Everyday she demonstrates what it means to be an exceptional leader through her commitment, her drive, her compassion and competitive spirit. I am excited for Irma and our entire Manhattan College community of Jaspers.â€
By MC Staff • Jun 29, 2024
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title: "Visitor Parking"
url: "/offices/public-safety/parking/visitor-parking"
type: page
date: 2026-04-09
updated: 2026-05-28
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# Visitor Parking
## Visitor Parking
### Guests of the University
Employees who need parking for campus guests must submit requests online using the electronic parking request form.
**Guidelines:**
- Submit requests at least 24 hours in advance, Monday thru Friday.
- Guest parking is in the Manhattan University garage unless otherwise requested.
- You will receive a temporary parking permit that your guest is responsible for displaying on their dashboard.
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### Personal Guests
Parking passes for personal guests can be purchased through the online parking account. Students and employees are responsible for parking tickets received by guests.
**Parking Designation****Parking Hours****Locations****Fee**Day, General parking7 a.m. - 11 p.m.MU Garage$25/dayOvernight, Broadway Facility24 hoursMU Garage$25/night
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title: "Manhattan College And Nassau Community College Announce Articulation Agreement"
url: "/news/archive/2024/07/ncc-articulation-agreement"
type: article
date: 2024-07-01
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Manhattan College And Nassau Community College Announce Articulation Agreement
# Manhattan College And Nassau Community College Announce Articulation Agreement
Partnership supports transfer students seamlessly transition and have the opportunity for merit-based scholarships
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Manhattan College announced a Principal Articulation Agreement with Nassau Community College (NCC) to help NCC students transfer credits seamlessly. The Agreement establishes a mutually beneficial partnership between the colleges that will promote degree completion and create a more efficient transfer process. NCC transfer students who satisfy the requirements of the Agreement will be able to matriculate into Manhattan College with a junior year standing.
With this Agreement, NCC graduates with a 2.5 cumulative grade point average (GPA) or higher can be admitted to most programs at Manhattan College. And, students who have earned a 3.0 GPA or higher will automatically receive consideration for merit-based scholarships at Manhattan College. Students have to apply for full-time enrollment, be on track to complete a degree, and maintain at least a 3.0 GPA to renew the scholarship.
“Our collaboration with Manhattan College promises to enrich our academic community and broaden the horizons for our students,†said Dr. Maria Conzatti, Chief Administrative Officer. “This partnership embodies our shared commitment to excellence in education, innovation, and community engagement. More than just cooperation, our agreement represents a united effort to empower our students to reach new heights. We look forward to the remarkable opportunities this partnership will bring and the positive impact it will have on our collective journey.â€
Milo Riverso, Ph.D., President of Manhattan College said, “We are delighted to have enacted this Agreement with Nassau Community College and know it is a win-win for both institutions: NCC students are easily able to complete a transfer process to finish their undergraduate degrees and Manhattan College derives the benefit of increasing its student body with high achieving individuals. We look forward to having them join our community on campus in the very near future.â€
For more detailed information on the transfer process, please contact Transfer Admissions at .
By MC Staff • Jul 01, 2024
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title: "Manhattan College Receives NSF Grant"
url: "/news/archive/2024/07/nsf-grant"
type: article
date: 2024-07-03
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Manhattan College Receives NSF Grant
# Manhattan College Receives NSF Grant
Among Seven Catholic Institutions to Promote Underrepresented Minorities in STEM
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Manhattan College is among the recipients of The National Science Foundation (NSF)’s Louis Stokes Alliances for Minority Participation (LSAMP) grant. The grant is for $70,000 per year over the next five years. Named for the late civil rights pioneer U.S. Congressman Louis Stokes, the LSAMP grant will encourage minority success within science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).
LSAMP is an alliance-based program, enabling institutions of higher education to work together to diversify the nation's STEM workforce. The program intends to increase the number of STEM baccalaureate and graduate degrees awarded to people from LSAMP populations. This is defined as people from underrepresented groups including: Blacks and African-Americans, Hispanics and Latino Americans, American Indians, Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders.
The LSAMP program supports frameworks that reduce institutional barriers for underrepresented minorities (URM) in STEM to achieve its overall mission.
Andy Burns, Executive Director, Centralized Advising and Campus CO-PI, Manhattan College, said, “This grant proposal was a true collaborative effort. All the institutions involved are passionate about the opportunities for underrepresented students in STEM.†He added, “The funding will allow us to leverage some of our existing structures, and explore new ways to support the outcomes and success of URM students. We will coordinate intentional programming throughout the campus for participants to engage in activities that align with the overarching goals of the LSAMP project.â€
Manhattan College is a part of an alliance of 10 institutions that make up the Lower Hudson Valley Catholic Colleges and Universities Consortium (LHVCCUC). Led by Molloy University, seven of those are institutions are participating in LSAMP, including: Manhattan College, Mount Saint Mary College, St. Francis College, St. John’s University, St. Joseph’s University New York, and St. Thomas Aquinas College.
The alliance will work collaboratively to achieve overarching goals:
1. Increase the enrollment of URMs in STEM majors.
2. Improve first- to second-year retention.
3. Foster strong STEM/scientist identities through STEM enrichment activities.
4. Support successful entry into graduate study and STEM careers.
“This grant supports the expansion of Manhattan College’s STEM pipeline,†said Milo Riverso, Ph.D., P.E. President of Manhattan College. “Our College is known for its STEM programs. With a stellar STEM faculty and extensive alumni network we provide the exceptional knowledge and opportunities that can give URM students what they need to succeed.â€
The program will have measured benefits. Findings from this endeavor will be shared with the LSAMP and broader communities to help determine literature that can support the success of underrepresented minorities in STEM.
By MC Staff • Jul 03, 2024
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title: "Manhattan College Athletics to Add Three Varsity Teams"
url: "/news/archive/2024/07/three-new-vasity-athletic-teams"
type: article
date: 2024-07-09
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Manhattan College Athletics to Add Three Varsity Teams
# Manhattan College Athletics to Add Three Varsity Teams
The University will debut three varsity sports — women's golf, acrobatics and tumbling, and men's volleyball for the 2025-26 season, bringing the total number of Manhattan’s Division I teams to 21.
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Manhattan College is excited to announce the expansion of the varsity athletics program. Next season the College will debut three [varsity sports](https://gojaspers.com/)—women's golf, acrobatics and tumbling, and men's volleyball for the 2025-26 season. This brings the total number of teams to 21 for our Division I College.
Also, the Men’s Volleyball team is being supported by First Point Volleyball Foundation with a $100,000 grant. It’s part of a commitment to grow the sport in high school and college. That team will be starting as an associate member of the esteemed Northeast Conference (NEC) which added Men’s Volleyball to its list of competitive sports during the 2022-23 season.
Men’s Volleyball is already one of the fastest-growing sports in college athletics. According to USA Volleyball, membership among junior men grew 9.2 percent in 2023.
Irma Garcia, Director of Athletics, Manhattan College said, “We are excited to grow our sports program and expand this tradition of excellence in the MAAC. These three new teams will offer more opportunities for student athletes to compete and excel here.â€
As the teams begin to take shape, the same Jasper dedication and team-building mindset that has helped develop the College’s well-regarded sports program will continue to build on its long and storied history.
"Manhattan College is proud to have competitive Division I sports teams,†Milo Riverso, Ph.D., P.E. President Manhattan College said. “We also provide our student-athletes with a great academic education that prepares them to become successful in their careers and personal lives. Adding three sports teams: women's golf, acrobatics and tumbling, and men's volleyball, will not only expand our tremendous sports program; it will also provide three new opportunities to shape well-rounded Manhattan College graduates."
By MC Staff • Jul 09, 2024
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title: "Manhattan University Names Brother Augustine Nicoletti, FSC, Vice President Of Mission"
url: "/news/archive/2024/08/br-augustine-nicoletti-vp-mission"
type: article
date: 2024-08-25
updated: 2026-05-03
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# Manhattan University Names Brother Augustine Nicoletti, FSC, Vice President Of Mission
# Manhattan University Names Brother Augustine Nicoletti, FSC, Vice President Of Mission
Experienced Educator and Administrator Returns After Historic Appointment in Africa
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A longtime member of the Manhattan University community is assuming a new and vital role. Brother Augustine Nicoletti, FSC, has been named Vice President of Mission; he also will serve as a member of the President’s Cabinet. As Vice President of Mission, he will develop and implement community-wide programs and events for faculty, administrators, staff, and students that support the Lasallian Catholic mission as well as overseeing two of the University’s most visible centers – The Holocaust, Genocide, and Interfaith Center and the Dorothy Day Center.
“I am excited to begin this new chapter with Manhattan University,†said Brother Augustine. “This is an opportunity to inspire our community and revitalize and foster connections that align with our School’s mission. Manhattan is such a special place, and I am anxious to undertake this meaningful work.â€
As Vice President, he also will assist in the orientation of all members of the School community in the Lasallian values, conduct audits on the values as they directly impact the campus’ sense of community, supervise the Office of Campus Ministry and Social Action, and provide leadership for a Mission Advisory and Integration Council with representatives across various institutions.
Added Milo Riverso, Ph.D., P.E., President of Manhattan University, “I truly am delighted to welcome Brother Augustine back to Manhattan. He has a tremendous background steeped in the Lasallian traditions, taking him to educational appointments both internationally and close to home. He is a highly respected educator and impactful administrator. Brother Augustine’s stellar work in Catholic education will serve as a strong foundation for advancing the Lasallian Mission throughout Manhattan University.â€
Brother Augustine was the first Brother President of the Ethiopian Catholic University of LaSalle in Addis Ababa, serving from 2017 to 2020. Previously, he was a member of the Manhattan faculty beginning in 2004, and served as Chair of the Education Department. He is a lifelong educator, taking on the role of Associate Dean as well as Dean of Students at St. Mary’s University of Minnesota; Principal at St. Joseph’s Collegiate Institute in Buffalo, NY; and Associate Principal for Student Affairs and Director of Guidance at Christian Brothers Academy in Lincroft, NJ.
Brother Augustine has ad Ed.D. from St. Mary’s University (MN), a D.Min. from San Francisco Theological Seminary, a master’s degree from Duquesne University, an M.S. in counseling from West Chester University (PA), a B.A. in International Relations from Syracuse University, and a New York Certification for School Administration from Manhattan University.
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title: "Gerarda M. Shields To Serve As Dean Of Students and Senior Associate Vice President Of Student Life At Manhattan College"
url: "/news/archive/2024/08/gerarda-m-shields-dean-of-students"
type: article
date: 2024-08-12
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Gerarda M. Shields To Serve As Dean Of Students and Senior Associate Vice President Of Student Life At Manhattan College
# Gerarda M. Shields To Serve As Dean Of Students and Senior Associate Vice President Of Student Life At Manhattan College
Alumna and former Division I athlete, has been appointed Dean of Students and Senior Associate Vice President of Student Life, where she will oversee campus community standards, student conduct, and various student services.
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Gerarda M. Shields, ’03, ’04 (M.S.), Ph.D., P.E., and a former Manhattan College Division I athlete, is returning “home†to serve as Dean of Students and Senior Associate Vice President of Student Life. In this role, she will provide guidance to all students at the College managing campus community standards and the students’ code of conduct.
“It’s a joyful feeling of homecoming,†said Dr. Shields. “The true strength of a Manhattan College education is the development of the *whole* person, and I look forward to continuing to foster a community of belonging for students, faculty, and staff.â€
As Dean of Students, Dr. Shields will work with the academic deans to ensure students are fully supported in their personal and professional development and will coordinate the College’s conduct cases, overseeing judicial investigations. She also will chair the campus safety committee, develop standard operating protocols for the Campus Assessment Resource and Education (CARE) team, along with other duties. In addition, the Counseling Center, Health Services, and the Center for Career Development will all fall under the oversight and leadership of the Dean of Students. Shields will report directly to the Vice President of Student Life, Kristell Lowe.
Said Lowe, “Gerarda has an excellent background as well as the institutional knowledge of Manhattan College that will serve her well in this role. She comes with a passion for the Jasper community as someone who has remained connected to the College even after graduation.â€
Dr. Shields previously served as the Dean of the School of Technology & Design at New York City College of Technology (City Tech). In that position, she propelled the college’s mission with new degree programs, workforce development partnerships, undergraduate research cohorts, and early college initiatives. She has also served as adjunct associate professor for Civil and Environmental Engineering at Manhattan College since 2010, and has been an active speaker in the summer engineering awareness programs. She brings nearly two decades of experience in higher education having held both tenured faculty and administrative roles.
Dr. Shields is a fellow of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) and has served the Society at the college, regional, and national levels on both academic and research-based committees. Prior to her career in academia, she worked at Hardesty & Hanover, LLC, an engineering firm specializing in moveable bridges. Dr. Shields holds a BS and MS in civil engineering from Manhattan College. She earned her doctorate in civil engineering from The City College of New York and is a licensed professional engineer in the states of New York and California. She resides in Riverdale, New York with her husband, a fellow Jasper, and three children.
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title: "Manhattan College Announces Name Change To Manhattan University"
url: "/news/archive/2024/08/manhattan-university-announcement"
type: article
date: 2024-08-21
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Manhattan College Announces Name Change To Manhattan University
# Manhattan College Announces Name Change To Manhattan University
To better recognize its more than 100 majors, minors, graduate programs, and advanced certificates and degrees, and to attract a more globally diverse student body, Manhattan applied for and was granted university status by the New York State Board of Regents, ensuring that Manhattan’s legacy of career-ready higher education across multiple disciplines will continue to flourish.
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Manhattan College today announced that, effective immediately, it will change its name to Manhattan University in order to better recognize its more than 100 majors, minors, graduate programs, and advanced certificates and degrees, and attract a more globally diverse student body to this premiere higher educational institution. The NYS Board of Regents approved the name change on August 1st of this year.
The institution has a long history in New York City. Founded in 1853 in Manhattan as a Lasallian Catholic College, Manhattan College relocated to the Bronx in 1923. President Milo Riverso, Ph.D., stated, “As a 1981 graduate of the school and a proud Jasper, I’ve always thought of Manhattan College as something bigger, given the number of disciplines in the three schools we operate, the superb quality of our faculty, and the growing international reach of the student body. It’s a natural evolution in our long history in New York City, and a natural progression of our legacy that has stood for more than 170 years. It signifies our commitment to academic excellence and rigor, and showcases the myriad majors and minors that we offer our students in preparation for career-ready opportunities or further advanced academic study.â€
Riverso continued, “We are dedicated to having a broad and diverse student population with an enhanced emphasis on increasing our international student populations. Additionally, as a Hispanic-serving institution, the university designation strengthens the distinction within these countries between college – often viewed as the equivalent of the U.S. high school – and the more appropriate university terminology.â€
In May 2022, the institution surveyed more than 3,000 students, faculty, staff, administrators, Board of Trustees, and alumni regarding a potential name change for the school. The vast majority of responders said yes to the transition to “University.â€
According to the New York State Higher Education Committee of the Board of Regents, there is “…increasing competition from institutions chartered in other states recruiting students in New York, nationally, and internationally, where the term “college†presents a significant challenge.â€
Manhattan University is primed to recruit the best and brightest students who will, in turn, become the future leaders of tomorrow and join the august group of alumni who form an integral part of the School’s heritage.
By MC Staff • Aug 21, 2024
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title: "Manhattan College Names Mike Urmeneta, Ed.D. As Director Of Institutional Research"
url: "/news/archive/2024/08/mike-urmeneta-director-institutional-research"
type: article
date: 2024-08-12
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Manhattan College Names Mike Urmeneta, Ed.D. As Director Of Institutional Research
# Manhattan College Names Mike Urmeneta, Ed.D. As Director Of Institutional Research
Researcher, Educator, Author, and Data Scientist Assumes Position
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Manhattan College today announced that Mike Urmeneta, Ed. D. has become the new Director of Institutional Research. He will report to Rani Roy, Ph.D., Acting Provost.
Urmeneta will play a leadership role in the Office of Institutional Research with a focus on data strategy, management, and compliance to assist the School in meeting the objectives stated in its strategic plan and meeting standards of affiliation with regional and professional accreditors.
He comes to Manhattan College with in-depth expertise as an accomplished researcher, educator, and data scientist with over two decades of specialized experience in institutional effectiveness and student success. Urmeneta received accolades from leading professional organizations, including the Association for Institutional Research (AIR), the National Association of College and University Business Officers, and EDUCAUSE. He previously served as the Director of Analytics at the New York Institute of Technology and is a sought-after speaker and author on AI’s practical and responsible use. In addition, he has collaborated with a diverse range of organizations, from community colleges and private universities to public, land-grant, and international institutions.
Said Dr. Roy, “We are most fortunate to have Mike join our team to help us navigate the complexities of data-informed decision-making that are prevalent in today’s ever-evolving educational landscape. We look forward to his leadership in the generation, analysis, visualization, and dissemination of academic and administrative data for use in planning, policy formulation, and budgeting.â€
Urmeneta stated that he was drawn to Manhattan College because of its commitment to the Lasallian Catholic tradition as well as the University’s mission to support a diverse student population. “I’m eager to enhance our institutional research capabilities and foster a data-informed culture that supports our Lasallian mission,†said Urmeneta. “By integrating advanced analytics into our processes, we’ll be better equipped to serve our diverse student body and make informed decisions across all university departments.â€
A New York native, his educational background includes a BS in mechanical engineering from Polytechnic University (now the Tandon School of Engineering of New York University), an MS in management from NYU, and a Doctor of Education from Northeastern University. He received the Dean’s Medal for Outstanding Doctoral Work for his research.
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title: "Manhattan College Signs Articulation Agreement With St. Francis College"
url: "/news/archive/2024/08/st-francis-college-articulation-agreement"
type: article
date: 2024-08-19
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Manhattan College Signs Articulation Agreement With St. Francis College
# Manhattan College Signs Articulation Agreement With St. Francis College
Partnership Will Enable Students to Graduate with a Manhattan College Chemical Engineering Degree
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Manhattan College today announced that it entered into an articulation agreement with St. Francis College (SFC), Brooklyn, enabling SFC students studying chemistry to transfer to Manhattan College at the conclusion of their sophomore year. This Agreement is designed for those students interested in receiving a chemical engineering degree.
Milo Riverso, Ph.D., P.E., President of Manhattan College said, “We are delighted to welcome St. Francis’ students interested in pursuing chemical engineering to join our highly regarded School of Engineering. With a particularly strong engineering alumni network throughout the New York metropolitan area and beyond, these incoming students will be well positioned for future job opportunities.†Anirban De, Ph.D., P.E., Interim Dean of the School of Engineering, added, “Building upon the broad background the students received in their first two years at St. Francis College will give them the tools needed to succeed in our rigorous chemical engineering program at Manhattan.â€
Students from St. Francis College would be able to join three different concentrations in chemical engineering, which include biopharmaceutical engineering, consumer products and cosmetic engineering, and principles and processing of novel materials. In addition to the undergraduate offerings, students will have the opportunity to pursue a masters degree in chemical engineering. Students graduating from Manhattan College’s chemical engineering program have gone on to work at companies such as Unilever, Estee Lauder, Merck, and PepsiCo.
Tim Cecere, Ph.D, President of St. Francis College, stated that this relationship with Manhattan College, particularly the path it offers towards a crucial career-focused chemical engineering degree, will be a game changer for SFC. “Our entire community is grateful and pleased to partner with Manhattan College and its esteemed engineering program,†said Dr. Cecere.
For more detailed information on the transfer process, students should contact admissions at .
By MC Staff • Aug 19, 2024
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title: "William \"Bill\" Cook takes the role of Director of Public Safety"
url: "/news/archive/2024/08/william-bill-cook-takes-the-role-of-director-of-public-safety"
type: article
date: 2024-08-05
updated: 2026-04-09
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# William "Bill" Cook takes the role of Director of Public Safety
# William "Bill" Cook takes the role of Director of Public Safety
Manhattan College is pleased to announce Bill Cook as its new Director of Public Safety - a title he previously held at Fordham University. Cook is a former New York City police lieutenant and served on the force for 25 years.
Manhattan College is pleased to announce Bill Cook as its new Director of Public Safety - a title he previously held at Fordham University. Cook is a former New York City police lieutenant and served on the force for 25 years.
“After retiring from the NYPD, I wanted to use my law enforcement skills to continue to help support the New York Community,†Cook said. “I am familiar with the requirements of a college campus after working at Fordham and look forward to a more intimate environment where I can really get to know the people I will serve.â€
As Director of Public Safety, Cook will be responsible for ensuring the safety of every campus community member and safeguarding Manhattan College's physical assets. He will also manage the Public Safety Staff and support the department’s work with the Residence Life Staff, helping to provide students with a safe and secure environment while also holding them accountable for adhering to the standards of the campus code of conduct.
“I am pleased to welcome Bill Cook to Manhattan,†said Kristell Lowe, Vice President for Student Life. “His impressive background in law enforcement and safety aligns well with our top priority, which is safety and security for everyone on campus. Cook is well trained and deeply committed to this task and his leadership with crisis preparation and response will help every Jasper enjoy a more successful campus experience.â€
Cook’s extensive law enforcement career includes Title IX related investigations, anti-terrorism, and intelligence. He’s also community focused and has been dedicated to relationship-building at every point in his impressive career.
The New York native was born in Yonkers but has called Manhattan home for several decades. Cook holds a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism from St. Bonaventure University and received Title IX certification from Tulane University. He is a married father of three and cannot wait to cheer for the Jaspers sports teams.
*Founded in 1853, Manhattan College is an independent Catholic Lasallian institution located in Riverdale, NY that embraces students of all faiths, cultures, and traditions. The mission of the College is to provide a dynamic student-centered educational experience that prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings. Manhattan College offers programs that integrate a broad liberal arts education coupled with a concentration in specific disciplines in the arts and sciences with professional preparation in business and engineering, ensuring graduates will excel in their chosen fields. The College consists of the Kakos School of Arts & Sciences, the O’Malley School of Business, and the School of Engineering. For further information, please visit*[ ](/)[www.manhattan.edu/](/)
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title: "Manhattan University Listed as BEST School for Women Studying Chemical Engineering by Washington Monthly"
url: "/news/archive/2024/09/2024-washington-monthly-rankings"
type: article
date: 2024-09-24
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Manhattan University Listed as BEST School for Women Studying Chemical Engineering by Washington Monthly
# Manhattan University Listed as BEST School for Women Studying Chemical Engineering by Washington Monthly
“This ranking speaks to our intentional efforts to create an inclusive and supportive environment where women in STEM can thrive,†said Anirban De, Ph.D., interim dean of the School of Engineering. “It’s a testament to our commitment to breaking down barriers and empowering all our students to achieve their fullest potential.â€
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Manhattan University today announced that it was ranked as the top chemical engineering school for women in STEM by *[Washington Monthly.](https://washingtonmonthly.com/2024-college-guide/)* The study measured the gender distribution of every STEM program at colleges and universities across the country.
Focusing on 1,027 higher educational institutions, the study ranked undergraduate programs with the highest and lowest percentage of recent graduates vs. the highest and lowest percentage of recent graduates who are female in 10 popular STEM fields — chemical engineering, electrical engineering, civil engineering, computer science, natural resources, mathematics, chemistry, and biology.
In the [chemical engineering category](https://washingtonmonthly.com/2024/08/25/best-and-worst-colleges-for-women-in-stem/), Manhattan University scored 69.1% for percent of recent programs who are female, 46.7% for percent of the institution's student body that is female, and $96,650 for median earnings five years after graduation.
“We are honored to be recognized as the Best School for Women Studying Chemical Engineering by Washington Monthly,†said Anirban De, Ph.D., Interim Dean of the School of Engineering. “This ranking speaks to our intentional efforts to create an inclusive and supportive environment where women in STEM can thrive. It’s a testament to our commitment to breaking down barriers and empowering all our students to achieve their fullest potential. Our Chemical Engineering program exemplifies how focused resources, mentorship, and community support can drive success, and we’re proud to see those efforts reflected in this distinction.â€
The chemical engineering department’s first class graduated in 1961. Since then, there have been over 1,800 graduates from the Bachelor of Science degree program. The unique curriculum allows students to focus on various fields of study, including a concentration in Consumer Products & Cosmetic Engineering, Biopharmaceutical Engineering or Principles and Processing of Novel Materials.
By MC Staff • Sep 24, 2024
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title: "Lt Col Richard J. Nova To Lead Air Force ROTC At Several New York Universities"
url: "/news/archive/2024/09/afrotc-lt-col-nova"
type: article
date: 2024-09-17
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Lt Col Richard J. Nova To Lead Air Force ROTC At Several New York Universities
# Lt Col Richard J. Nova To Lead Air Force ROTC At Several New York Universities
Based at Manhattan University, a Designated Military-Friendly School, Nova is Responsible for Training over 120 Cadets and Midshipmen
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Manhattan University today announced that Lieutenant Colonel Richard J. Nova has been named the Commander and Professor of Air and Space Studies, Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC) housed at Manhattan University. As the Commander, he oversees all operations and leads a cadre of instructors and non-commissioned officers responsible for the training of over 120 cadets and Midshipmen from 16 colleges, universities, and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy who aspiring to become officers in the U.S. Air Force or the U.S. Space Force. He is a direct liaison to the President of Manhattan University and chairs the Department of Air and Space Studies within the School of Engineering. Nova oversees the only Air Force ROTC entity in New York City.
The students enrolled in the Air Force ROTC receive a basic introduction to the Air Force, including leadership courses and preparation for active duty; physical training; and participation in a Leadership Lab where guest officers speak with and share their knowledge about the Air Force/Space Force. Upon completion of their studies, the students are commissioned as lieutenants in the U.S. Air Force or U.S. Space Force and will serve on active duty for four years.
Nova received his commission in May 2009 as a graduate of Clemson University’s AFROTC program. He entered active duty as a civil engineer and served in various installations and Major Command engineer positions. In 2021, he commanded the AFROTC Detachment 159 and was the Acting Chairman of the Department of Aerospace Studies at the University of Central Florida.
A native of Georgia, Nova stated that he is thrilled to be part of the Manhattan University family and enjoys “being a New Yorker with all that the city has to offer.â€
In keeping with its military focus, Manhattan University recently was recognized as a Gold Status Military Friendly School for 2024/2025 by The Military Friendly Schools Survey and U.S. News and World Report ranked Manhattan #3 among regional master’s degree institutions, continuing the School’s recognition as one that successfully embraces veterans.
By MC Staff • Sep 17, 2024
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title: "Tau Beta Pi, Engineering Honor Society, Selects Manhattan University Student For Its Scholarship"
url: "/news/archive/2024/09/dominique-whyte-tau-beta-pi-scholarship"
type: article
date: 2024-09-10
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Tau Beta Pi, Engineering Honor Society, Selects Manhattan University Student For Its Scholarship
# Tau Beta Pi, Engineering Honor Society, Selects Manhattan University Student For Its Scholarship
Senior Chemical Engineering Major Adds Another Honor to a Growing List
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Dominique A. Whyte, a senior chemical engineering major at Manhattan University, was awarded a Stabile Scholarship from Tau Beta Pi. Founded in 1885 and with 257 collegiate chapters, Tau Beta Pi is the world’s largest engineering honor society.
Whyte, an international student at Manhattan University, hails from Jamaica where her interest in engineering began as a high school student at Manchester High School. In addition to her chemical engineering major at Manhattan, she is a chemistry and mathematics minor. Her interests particularly focus on energy/water projects.
The Stabile Scholarship, one of a group of Tau Beta Pi scholarships awarded to 253 students this year, is highly competitive with close to 1,350 applications from students already inducted into the honor society. The Fellowship Board stated that the awards are based on “…high scholarship, campus leadership and service, and the promise of future contributions to the engineering profession.â€
Said Whyte, “I am so honored to receive this award from Tau Beta Pi. The monetary stipend will be most helpful to me as I continue my studies; however, the recognition based on leadership and service is particularly gratifying. As someone who tutors other students in both chemistry and calculus, I believe that leading by example and sharing skills is incredibly important, and I am most grateful to my professors at Manhattan University who challenge me on a daily basis and prepare me for my professional career in engineering.â€
Said Anirban De, Ph.D., P.E., Interim Dean of the School of Engineering, “We are extremely proud of Dominique and all her accomplishments thus far. Receiving a Stabile Scholarship from Tau Beta Pi places her in a very elite group of engineering students nationwide. Not only does she excel academically, but she gives of her time by tutoring and helping others. This is the true Lasallian spirit of Manhattan University.â€
In addition to the Stabile Tau Beta Pi Scholarship, Whyte is the recipient of numerous other awards, including a Manhattan University Trustee International Student Scholarship, the Society of Women Engineers GE Foundation Scholarship, and the New York Water Environment Association Student Chapter Scholarship. She has interned at three leading multi-national engineering firms during the past two summers, and already has received full-time employment opportunities upon her graduation from Manhattan University in the spring of 2025.
By MC Staff • Sep 10, 2024
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title: "Manhattan University Students Presented Papers At Annual European Aphra Behn Conference"
url: "/news/archive/2024/09/five-students-attend-annual-european-aphra-behn-conference"
type: article
date: 2024-09-16
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Manhattan University Students Presented Papers At Annual European Aphra Behn Conference
# Manhattan University Students Presented Papers At Annual European Aphra Behn Conference
First Undergraduate Students To Present At The Scholarly Gathering In Kent, England
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Manhattan University announced that this past summer five of its English majors from the Kakos School of Arts and Sciences were selected to present their research papers at the eighth Annual European Aphra Behn Conference at the University of Kent, England. The prestigious gathering honors Aphra Behn (1640-1689), the first woman poet, playwright, and fiction writer to make her living by writing. This marks the first time in the Conference history that undergraduate students from any institution have been included on the program to share their research.
Under the supervision of their professor, Dr. Heidi Laudien, the students engaged with senior scholars from four continents, lived among the scholars at the University of Kent, attended theatrical productions of Behn’s works, and visited the author’s gravesite at Westminster Abbey.
The selected students and their topics include:
- Phillip Austin – Aphra Behn and the Word of Man: Poems on Several Occasions
- Cornelia Eboh – Aphra Behn’s Guidebook for Love
- Prudence Hajmeli – Aphra Behn and the Loud Female: Interrogating Poetic Multivocality
- Sofia Petroski – The Atomic Astrea: Looking at Desire Through a New Lens
- Natalie Schmitt – Unmasking the Veil of the Forbidden
Said Dr. Laudien, “These five students, several of whom are first-generation college attendees, have accomplished an amazing feat. They presented their papers to a gathering of scholars – all Aphra Behn experts - at the highest level representing 17 countries from around the world. What started as a discussion in one of our classes blossomed into intense scholarly research and an excitement among the students to attempt a never-before occurrence – to form an undergraduate panel at the European Aphra Behn Conference. To experience the joy when we heard of their acceptance was nothing short of remarkable.â€
The Conference, where the students collectively presented their papers with a Q&A session, took place from July 1 through July 5 at the University of Kent.
By MC Staff • Sep 16, 2024
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title: "Manhattan University Professor Announces Release Of New Novel, Titled Anagram Destiny"
url: "/news/archive/2024/09/grishma-shah-novel"
type: article
date: 2024-09-10
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Manhattan University Professor Announces Release Of New Novel, Titled Anagram Destiny
# Manhattan University Professor Announces Release Of New Novel, Titled Anagram Destiny
The novel explores the intersection of the Indian and American Dream, globalization, and personal identity, drawing from her expertise in international business and cultural change.
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Grishma Shah, Ph.D, Director of Global Business Studies and Professor of Management and Marketing at Manhattan University, released her new novel, [Anagram Destiny](https://shahgrishma.com/).
Published by SparkPress (Simon and Schuster), *Anagram Destiny* explores the intertwining nature of Dr. Shah’s prior work and academic experience. Her research at the O' Malley School of Business at Manhattan University has focused primarily on economic globalization, international business, cultural change, emerging economies, gender equity, and cross-cultural management.
The novel focuses on characters as they confront their pasts and must find a way to both the Indian and the American Dream under the shadow of terrorism. An important theme in the book is globalization and how rapidly the world and peoples’ experiences in it, whether positive or negative, are changing. “As someone who travels globally for work, research, and service, the things I remember most are the human elements of those trips aimed at learning about and conquering big, complicated problems. In many ways, the book aims to humanize and simplify the growing complexity in our world,†said Dr. Shah.
Shah continued, “I was inspired to write the story, not only as a daughter of Indian immigrants who spent part of her childhood growing up in motels and convenience stores, but also as an expert on culture and globalization. I have learned that nothing educates, enlightens, informs, or propels us forward like a good story. My students rarely remember the numbers, graphs, or data, but they do perk up and recall the colorful stories I tell them to bring the knowledge to life.
Previously, Dr. Shah’s studies and research have been published in top-tier academic journals, including the *Harvard Business Review*. Her case studies have covered Twitter (X), Stoli Vodka, Quattro Global Services, and others. She holds a Ph.D in Global Affairs, a Master of Public Affairs and Politics, and a B.A. in Political Science, all from Rutgers University.
Catch Professor Shah on [Spectrum News NY1](https://ny1.com/nyc/all-boroughs/CTV/2024/09/14/manhattan-university-professor-pens-debut-novel) discussing her new novel.
By MC Staff • Sep 10, 2024
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title: "Manhattan University Announces Appointment of Interim President Dr. Frederick Bonato"
url: "/news/archive/2024/09/interim-president-frederick-bonato"
type: article
date: 2024-09-19
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Manhattan University Announces Appointment of Interim President Dr. Frederick Bonato
# Manhattan University Announces Appointment of Interim President Dr. Frederick Bonato
“We are thrilled to be welcoming Dr. Bonato to Manhattan University, where we know he will continue to build on the great momentum we are seeing while also advancing the important work we have been undertaking to ensure a vibrant long-term future for our University and students,†said Stephen Squeri, chairman of the Manhattan University Board of Trustees.Â
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Today, the Manhattan University Board of Trustees announced the appointment of Dr. Frederick Bonato as Interim President, effective October 15.
Dr. Bonato has spent three decades in higher education both as a faculty member and an administrator. He joins Manhattan University from Montclair State University, where he served as Interim Dean of the College of Community Health and was previously Associate Provost for Academic Affairs from 2013 to 2017. In between, Dr. Bonato served in various roles at Saint Peter’s University from 2017 to 2024, eventually becoming its Executive Vice President & Provost.
“We are thrilled to be welcoming Dr. Bonato to Manhattan University, where we know he will continue to build on the great momentum we are seeing while also advancing the important work we have been undertaking to ensure a vibrant long-term future for our University and students,†said Stephen Squeri, Chairman of Manhattan University Board of Trustees. “With his established track record of success at both Montclair State and Saint Peter’s University, as well as his strong value system that is closely aligned with our Lasallian mission, Dr. Bonato is the right choice for the Interim President role. We are confident that his commitment to collaboration and his diverse experience as a teacher and administrator will benefit the entire Manhattan University community.â€
“I want to thank the Board of Trustees for this vote of confidence, and I am so pleased to be joining an institution like Manhattan University that has not only a rich history but a bright future,†said Dr. Bonato. “Manhattan University continues to be nationally recognized for the quality of its education and the preparation it provides its graduates for successful careers, and I look
forward to working with the Board, the students, the faculty, and the staff to maintain this exciting progress.â€
Dr. Bonato spent the first 17 years of his career as a professor of psychology at Saint Peter’s University, with an academic focus on motion sickness and aeromedical topics. He served as Chair of the Psychology Department, Director of Faculty Research and Sponsored Programs, and President of the Faculty Senate. He has remained highly engaged in professional associations and publications, having previously held the role of President of the Eastern Psychological Association. He currently serves as Vice President for Education & Research at the Aerospace Medical Association and was Editor-in-Chief of the Aerospace Medical Association’s peer-reviewed journal, *Aerospace Medicine and Human Performance*. He was elected to the International Academy of Aviation and Space Medicine in 2015.
Dr. Bonato received his bachelor’s degree, master’s degree and Ph.D. from Rutgers University.
By MC Staff • Sep 19, 2024
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title: "Manhattan University Names Lisa Chase-Hernandez New Executive Director Of Marketing"
url: "/news/archive/2024/09/lisa-chase-hernandez-executive-director-marketing"
type: article
date: 2024-09-06
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Manhattan University Names Lisa Chase-Hernandez New Executive Director Of Marketing
# Manhattan University Names Lisa Chase-Hernandez New Executive Director Of Marketing
Seasoned Marketing Executive Brings Expertise in Brand Development, Strategic Planning, and Relationship Building
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Manhattan University today announced that Lisa Chase-Hernandez has been named the new Executive Director of Marketing. In this position, she will oversee a team of marketing, web development, social media, digital assets, and publications and editorial services professionals. She will report to Stephen Pugliese, Ph.D., the Chief of Staff in the President’s Office who also is serving as the Interim Vice President for Enrollment Management.
Chase-Hernandez, a native of Wilmington, DE, brings close to two decades of marketing experience, having most recently served as the Senior Director of Marketing and Strategic Planning for the Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery at the Mount Sinai Health System in New York.
Said Chase-Hernandez, “I am thrilled to be joining the team at Manhattan University. Having a deep appreciation for higher education, and a background in both journalism and industry, I look forward to driving the overall marketing, advertising, branding, digital and social media management, and editorial services University-wide. I have been particularly impressed with the amazing alumni network that Manhattan University maintains and the affinity shown to assisting both current students and recent graduates with job opportunities; I am eager to share my ideas with that group, parents, friends of the University, and, of course, the students, faculty, and staff.â€
Said Dr. Pugliese, “We are so pleased to have Lisa join us. Her proven skillset coupled with her ability to advance brand reputation, relationship building, and revenue growth meets our needs precisely.â€
Chase-Hernandez worked at the Mount Sinai Health System for more than 10 years where she managed strategic marketing plans, deliverables, and data for digital/social media, press, and print collateral. While at Montefiore Health System in the Bronx, prior to her tenure at Mount Siani, she assisted with increasing website traffic by 600% and created and launched the virtual tour at the Children’s Hospital at Montefiore. Her journalism background includes working for the New York Daily News where she wrote feature stories and health-related articles.
She is a graduate of Villanova University where she received her BS/BA and St. John’s University where she received her MBA in Finance. She earned a Business Law Certificate from Vanderbilt University and won seven Aster Awards and two Healthcare Marketing Excellence Awards from the Healthcare Public Relations and Marketing Society of Greater New York. She is a Krav Maga Level 4 (Israeli martial art), has traveled extensively, and speaks colloquial Spanish.
By MC Staff • Sep 06, 2024
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title: "Manhattan University Professor Highlights Innovative Sustainable Development Learning Research Education"
url: "/news/archive/2024/09/pamela-chasek-innovative-sustainable-development"
type: article
date: 2024-09-26
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Manhattan University Professor Highlights Innovative Sustainable Development Learning Research Education
# Manhattan University Professor Highlights Innovative Sustainable Development Learning Research Education
Learning initiative researches how the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development can be implemented and taught at higher ed institutions
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Dr. Pamela S. Chasek, a professor of political science at Manhattan University, published a new article researching best practices surrounding sustainability education in conjunction with the United Nations’ 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development on college and university campuses.
Published in International Studies Perspective, the article explains how universities “have a key role to play in training students by embedding sustainable development principles.†The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and its 17 Sustainable Development Goals, adopted by UN Member States in 2015, offers a “blueprint for peace and prosperity for people and the planet, now and into the future,†according to the UN.
Titled, Implementing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals on Campus: An Exercise in Problem-Based Learning for a Sustainable University, Dr. Chasek documents collaborative learning projects carried out in the University’s environmental studies program. This included offering real-life examples on how higher education institutions can be instrumental in implementing and teaching these sustainability goals.
“Students have excelled at developing and completing hands-on projects to address selected Sustainable Development Goals right on their campus, building a better understanding of the global challenges of sustainability,†said Dr. Chasek, an expert focused on international relations and environmental politics. “The ‘think globally, act locally’ slogan has been an integral part of the environmental movement since the 1970s. It embodies the idea that instead of waiting for grand breakthroughs to ‘fix the world,’ people should make environmentally conscious decisions in their everyday actions. This type of problem-based learning makes this slogan real and shows how a set of global goals can provide a roadmap to making a university campus more sustainable.â€
Students involved in the project tackled various sustainability issues on campus, proposing solutions, and presenting their ideas to the University administration, where they gained valuable experience in sustainability planning, teamwork, and problem-solving. Some of the students’ proposals addressed reducing waste, including plastics, paper, and food; composting; water and energy conservation; renewable energy; and flooding.
Previously, Dr. Chasek has published a number of books and research on global environmental politics and diplomacy around the Sustainable Development Goals. She is also the co-founder and executive editor of the Earth Negotiations Bulletin, a reporting service on United Nations environment and development negotiations.
By MC Staff • Sep 26, 2024
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title: "Manhattan University Ranked 52nd Best College in the U.S. by the Wall Street Journal"
url: "/news/archive/2024/09/wall-street-journal-2024-college-rankings"
type: article
date: 2024-09-06
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Manhattan University Ranked 52nd Best College in the U.S. by the Wall Street Journal
# Manhattan University Ranked 52nd Best College in the U.S. by the Wall Street Journal
The WSJ 2025 Best Colleges in the U.S. ranking rates the top 500 universities across the country
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Manhattan University today announced that it was recognized as the 52nd best college in the U.S out of 500, according to *The Wall Street Journal’s* [2025 Best Colleges](https://www.wsj.com/rankings/college-rankings/best-colleges-2025) in the U.S ranking, placing the University in the top 2%. The annual rankings assess a variety of factors such as student outcomes, learning opportunities, diversity, and cost-effectiveness. Manhattan University achieved an impressive overall score of 80/100, further solidifying its commitment to student success, academic excellence, and future job readiness.
President Milo Riverso, Ph.D., stated, “Across our three schools, Manhattan University has always strived to provide a superb higher educational experience for all our students through the more than 100 majors, minors, graduate programs, advanced certificates and degrees that we currently offer. *The Wall Street Journal’s* ranking is a testament to our commitment and places us among the top percentile of universities across the country.â€
Among the key ranking metrics, the University scored exceptionally well in student outcomes, with a salary impact score of 99/100 and an average value added to graduate salary of $59,669. When ranked by salary, the University placed 20th for the salary impact for its graduates relative to tuition costs. The graduation rate score also was impressive, reflecting the institution's dedication to helping students complete their degrees.
Manhattan University also ranked strongly in categories essential to student development, scoring highly in learning facilities, character development, and preparation for future careers. These rankings underscore the University’s commitment to equipping students with the skills, opportunities, and environment they need for a fulfilling academic experience and professional readiness.
The 2025 Best Colleges in the U.S. ranking is compiled annually by the *Wall Street Journal*, in collaboration with its research partners College Pulse and Statista.
By MC Staff • Sep 06, 2024
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title: "Manhattan University Names Dr. Stephen Pugliese Interim Vice President For Enrollment"
url: "/news/archive/2024/10/interim-vp-enrollment-stephen-pugliese"
type: article
date: 2024-10-30
updated: 2026-05-03
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# Manhattan University Names Dr. Stephen Pugliese Interim Vice President For Enrollment
# Manhattan University Names Dr. Stephen Pugliese Interim Vice President For Enrollment
With over 20 years of leadership experience Stephen Pugliese, Ph.D., has been appointed Interim Vice President for EnrollmentÂ
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Manhattan University today announced that Stephen Pugliese, Ph.D., has been appointed the Interim Vice President for Enrollment. He previously served as the Chief of Staff upon his arrival at the University in July of this year.
Pugliese brings a broad and deep background in higher education. From 2017 to 2023, he worked for the Middle States Commission on Higher Education culminating with his position as Senior Vice President and Chief of Staff. He had responsibilities across all units to ensure consistent operational coordination and efficiencies of accreditation activities, effective organizational management, and practices that promoted a positive culture and the attainment of mission-critical goals. His prior experience included serving as Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs at Mount Aloysius College, and Vice President for Student Development and Engagement and Enrollment Management at Immaculata University. Further, he served as Vice Provost for Student Life at St. Bonaventure University and Dean of Students at Marywood University.
Said Pugliese, “I have been so impressed with the quality of education at Manhattan University since my arrival last July. I am very eager to assume this new position and will be focusing on effective recruitment at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, strategically utilizing financial aid to assist our students in the best possible manners, and continuing the University’s focus on expanding our international student base.â€
Added Frederick Bonato, Ph.D., Interim President, “Steve’s expertise and leadership will be invaluable as we continue to focus on strengthening our enrollment strategies. His knowledge and experience make him particularly well positioned to guide our efforts in attracting and retaining students.â€
Pugliese received a Doctor of Philosophy in Human Development, Higher Education Administration from Marywood University, Scranton, PA; a Master of Science in Human Organization Science, Human Resource Development from Villanova University, Villanova, PA; and a Bachelor of Arts in Speech and Theater Communication from Kutztown University, Kutztown, PA.
By MC Staff • Oct 30, 2024
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title: "Manhattan University Announces The James Patterson Honors Program"
url: "/news/archive/2024/10/james-patterson-honors-program"
type: article
date: 2024-10-25
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Manhattan University Announces The James Patterson Honors Program
# Manhattan University Announces The James Patterson Honors Program
Noted Author and Alum, James Patterson, to Co-Lead the Transformational Program
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Manhattan University today announced a new and transformational program in the School’s 170+-year history, along with serving as a beacon for other colleges and universities as a national model of excellence. [The James Patterson Honors Program](/academics/honors-program/index) will be an institution-wide program involving students and faculty across the three schools of the University.
Starting in 2025, and co-led by James Patterson, a 1969 graduate of the School, and a to-be-selected Program Director, the University will proactively recruit top high school seniors to participate in the program upon matriculation at Manhattan University. The mission of the Patterson Honors Program is to “*provide a strong foundation in critical thinking, writing, and creative problem-solving to prepare top students for fulfilling careers in a wide range of industries. Manhattan University conscientiously equips its students to be ethical, successful citizens in the real world.*â€
With carefully curated academic experiences; valuable writing and leadership workshops; career-development internships; mentorships; and the ability to meet and network with national leaders, elite alumni, and New York City industry leaders, the Patterson Honors Program will profoundly impact the chosen students in their higher education experiences and throughout their careers.
Said Manhattan University Executive Vice President and Interim Provost, Rani Roy, Ph.D., “We are profoundly grateful to Jim for his continued dedication to his alma mater and to his unwavering support to learning, critical thinking, and the importance of developing the whole person. Establishing the Patterson Honors Program will exponentially strengthen Manhattan’s ability to reach the top academic high school seniors. It further places Manhattan University at the forefront of preparing students through a *career-ready education*, training them to develop into the top business leaders of their generation.â€
James Patterson commented, “It is important for me to work with one of my alma maters to enhance a culture of success and achievement for our highest performing students from Manhattan University. Our goal in this leadership program is to provide a solid foundation in the critical areas of writing and creative problem solving coupled with a robust professional preparation and exposure to leaders in a wide range of work environments. Excellence in learning is essential, and I am so pleased to be able to start this program and have an active role in its development at Manhattan University.â€
James Patterson’s books have sold over 425 million copies and he holds *The New York Times*’ record for most number one best sellers by a single author. He graduated from Manhattan University *summa cum laude* with a BA in English and from Vanderbilt University with an MA in English.
By MC Staff • Oct 25, 2024
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title: "Lynn Martin ’98 Cited on Rankings of Most Powerful Women by American Banker and Fortune"
url: "/news/archive/2024/10/lynn-martin-profile"
type: article
date: 2024-09-30
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Lynn Martin ’98 Cited on Rankings of Most Powerful Women by American Banker and Fortune
# Lynn Martin ’98 Cited on Rankings of Most Powerful Women by American Banker and Fortune
Martin has been president of NYSE Group, a subsidiary of Intercontinental Exchange Inc. (ICE), since 2022. NYSE Group includes the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), the world’s largest stock market and premier venue for capital raising, as well as four fully electronic equity markets and two options exchanges. She is also chair of Fixed Income & Data Services at ICE.
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Lynn Martin ’98, who graduated from Manhattan University with a major in computer science and a minor in finance, has been cited by American Banker as one of the [top 25 Most Powerful Women in Finance for 2024](https://www.americanbanker.com/list/the-most-powerful-women-in-finance-2024). She has also been named to the 27th annual Fortune Most Powerful Women list of leaders in business.
Martin has been president of NYSE Group, a subsidiary of Intercontinental Exchange Inc. (ICE), since 2022. NYSE Group includes the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), the world’s largest stock market and premier venue for capital raising, as well as four fully electronic equity markets and two options exchanges. Martin is also chair of Fixed Income & Data Services at ICE.
Alyson Shontell, Fortune’s editor in chief and chief content officer, said, “Since its inception, the Most Powerful Women in business list has served as a powerful reminder of the tremendous impact women leaders continue to have in shaping business today. They are not just adapting to change; they are driving meaningful transformation.â€
Commenting on her senior leadership role in the global market, Martin shared with American Banker that she is grateful for the support she has received.
“Don't be afraid to take risks and say ‘yes’ to jobs that you don't necessarily feel 100% qualified to take on,†she told the publication. “If someone is asking you to take on a position, it's because they believe you are more than capable of taking on that role.''
In 2021, Martin was the recipient of Manhattan University’s De La Salle Medal, which is conferred annually by the Board of Trustees to honor executives who exemplify the principles of excellence and corporate leadership.
Martin previously served as president of ICE Data Services and chief operating officer of ICE Clear U.S. Prior to ICE’s acquisition of NYSE Euronext in 2013, she served in a number of leadership roles, including chief executive officer of NYSE Liffe U.S. and CEO of New York Portfolio Clearing. She began her career at IBM in their Global Services organization, where she served a variety of functions, predominantly as a project manager within the financial services practice.
Martin also holds an M.A. in statistics from Columbia University. She serves on the Manhattan University Board of Trustees and the Advisory Board of the Kakos School of Arts and Sciences. She is a director of the Partnership for New York City and the Inner-City Scholarship Fund and is a member of the New York State Emerging Technology Advisory Board.
By Cecilia Donohoe • Sep 30, 2024
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title: "Air Force 2nd Lt. Madison Marsh, Miss America 2024, To Visit Manhattan University"
url: "/news/archive/2024/10/miss-america-AFROTC-visit"
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date: 2024-10-14
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Air Force 2nd Lt. Madison Marsh, Miss America 2024, To Visit Manhattan University
# Air Force 2nd Lt. Madison Marsh, Miss America 2024, To Visit Manhattan University
Marsh, the first active-duty service member to earn the Miss America crown, visited Manhattan University to speak with the University’s Air Force ROTC (AFROTC) cadets, among other members of the University community.
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On Thursday, October 17, Madison Marsh, the first active-duty service member to earn the Miss America crown, will visit Manhattan University to speak with the University’s Air Force ROTC (AFROTC) cadets, among other members of the University community.
Marsh is a 2nd Lt. in the US Air Force and graduated from the US Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, CO with a degree in astrophysics. She is pursuing a master’s in public policy at Harvard University’s Kennedy School through the Air Force Civilian Institution Program. Since winning the Miss America crown in January, 2024, she has been traveling the country and speaking with students to break down stereotypes about women in the military and women in pageantry, while also inspiring women everywhere to achieve their goals.
Said Lt. Col. Richard Nova, Chair of the Department of Air and Space Studies at Manhattan, “We are delighted to host Lt. Marsh at our beautiful Riverdale campus. Her life story is a most interesting one, not only serving as a well-respected Miss America, but as a military service member, a person who earned her civilian pilot’s license at the age of 17, and a philanthropist with a focus on early cancer detection research.â€
Manhattan University has been recognized as a Gold Status Military Friendly School for 2024/2025 by The Military Friendly Schools Survey, the longest-running and most comprehensive review of college and university institutions serving military and veteran students.
By MC Staff • Oct 14, 2024
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title: "Manhattan University Names Robyn L. Salvo Chief Human Resources Officer"
url: "/news/archive/2024/10/robyn-salvo-vp-human-resources"
type: article
date: 2024-10-09
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Manhattan University Names Robyn L. Salvo Chief Human Resources Officer
# Manhattan University Names Robyn L. Salvo Chief Human Resources Officer
Proven Data-Driven HR Executive Will Be Member of the President’s Cabinet
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Manhattan University today announced that Robyn L. Salvo has been named the Vice President of Human Resources/Chief Human Resources Officer, reporting to the Provost and becoming a member of the President’s Cabinet. She will be responsible for all aspects of human resources and will assist in advancing the University’s mission as a Lasallian Catholic institution.
Salvo comes to Manhattan University with extensive experience, having served as the Associate Vice President for Human Resources at Monmouth University, NJ. During her 18-year tenure there, she oversaw all facets of human resources, including talent management; compensation and benefits administration; leave administration; wellness initiatives; training and development; employee relations; and federal, state, and institutional HR compliance. She also implemented several HR system modules creating efficiencies and served as the Senior HR Advisor to the executive leadership team.
Said Dr. Rani Roy, Executive Vice President of Business Operations and Interim Provost, “We are so fortunate to have Robyn as part of our team. She brings with her a wealth of experience in all areas of HR management, including a proven dynamic, data-driven leadership style.â€
Added Salvo, “I am thrilled to be part of a team with such a focus on enhancing excellence in all aspects of the University community. I am eager to participate in collaborating with my colleagues in continuing to attract top talent throughout the faculty and staff, and using my analytical skills to allow for data-driven decisions which help improve HR processes. I look forward to being a visible presence on the campus for faculty, staff, and students.â€
Salvo is a National Board Member and Chair (2024-2025) of the College and University Professional Association for Human Resources (CUPA-HR), a member of the Society for Human Resources Management, and a member of Beta Gamma Sigma International Business Honor Society. She holds an MBA from Monmouth University and a BA in Mathematics from the College of New Jersey.
By MC Staff • Oct 09, 2024
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title: "Atmospheric Expert Elected into the National Academy of Engineering"
url: "/news/archive/2024/10/sonia-kreidenweis-nae-profile"
type: article
date: 2024-09-27
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Atmospheric Expert Elected into the National Academy of Engineering
# Atmospheric Expert Elected into the National Academy of Engineering
Sonia Kreidenweis ’83, University Distinguished Professor in the department of Atmospheric Science at Colorado State University, is the newest Jasper and second alumnae to be elected to the National Academy of Engineering (NAE), bringing the University’s total to 19. She was recognized by the academy “for elucidating the impact of aerosols on climate, linking chemical composition and cloud formation capacity.â€
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On Tuesday, October 1 Manhattan University honored Sonia Kreidenweis ’83 with a plaque unveiling ceremony for being inducted into the Nation Academy of Engineering.
Sonia Kreidenweis ’83, University Distinguished Professor in the department of Atmospheric Science at Colorado State University, is the newest Jasper and second alumnae to be elected into the prestigious National Academy of Engineering (NAE), bringing the College’s total to 19.
Election into the National Academy of Engineering is among the highest professional distinctions accorded to an engineer. Kreidenweis was recognized by the academy “for elucidating the impact of aerosols on climate, linking chemical composition and cloud formation capacity.â€
Kreidenweis, who feels humbled, attributes this honor to all of the people with whom she has taught and worked throughout the years.
“I am most thrilled for all of the students, researchers and collaborators who have worked on our research because this is really a recognition of the excellence of their efforts,†she says. “I am so proud that their cumulative accomplishments are being recognized this way.â€
She is also happy to be recognized for interdisciplinary research because that is central to what she does and how she uses her degrees.
“I’m looking at issues around climate and applying these concepts from chemical engineering that include aerodynamics and aerosol physics that would relate to some of the things that an engineer would learn,†she explains. “So I’m very excited that the NAE has a section that is designed to address people working at the interface of disciplines on new problems.â€
Kreidenweis started her career as an assistant professor of chemical engineering at San Jose State University in California in 1988 before joining Colorado State University as an assistant professor of Atmospheric Science. She rose through the ranks, achieving the lifetime appointment of University Distinguished Professor. She also did stints as interim vice provost for graduate affairs and dean of the Graduate School Colorado State University, and research associate dean in the College of Engineering.
Kreidenweis, who received her bachelor’s in chemical engineering from the College in 1983 and went on to earn her master’s and Ph.D. in chemical engineering from California Institute of Technology, notes that her major was a good foundation for her career in atmospheric science.
“I think the choice of my major was a really great one because it included so much fundamental science and math that I really enjoy, which has really been so applicable to working in an interdisciplinary area,†she explains. “I also worked with Dr. Joseph Reynolds and Dr. Louis Theodore \[both chemical engineering\], who became interested early on in air pollution and air quality, and that really sparked my interest.†She is also grateful for the academic scholarship that supported her through her studies at the College.
Kreidenweis has garnered a long list of awards and honors, including induction into several honor societies and winning the Draddy Medal for General Excellence in Engineering at Manhattan College. She is a former president and fellow of the American Association for Aerosol Research, a past member of the executive committee and fellow of the American Meteorological Society, and a fellow of the American Geophysical Union. She was even named the Colorado Women of Influence’s Woman of Vision.
Her research focuses on characterization of the physical, chemical and optical properties of atmospheric particulate matter, and the effects of atmospheric aerosols on visibility and climate.
Currently, Kreidenweis is part of a team of Colorado State University researchers that was awarded a $12.5 million grant from the National Science Foundation to explore fundamental details about microbes that live in the air, or the aerobiome. The project, which she helped to conceptualize and serves as co-principal investigator, is named BROADN or Biology Integration Institutes: Regional OneHealth Aerobiome Discovery Network.
“We are basically looking at the microbiology in the air and trying to understand that as a system,†she explains. “It could be anything from bacteria, fungal spores released in a location, understanding maybe their local ecological influences, what their sources are. We’re working with people from all over the campus, and my group is bringing in the engineering expertise and how to sample, bringing in aerosol physics, and understanding the atmosphere.â€
Kreidenweis also spends time thinking about the particles in the atmosphere that influence clouds. She has a team collaborating on the Cold Air Outbreak Experiment in the Sub-Arctic Region field campaign in Sweden and observing an Arctic phenomenon known as marine cold air outbreaks (CAOs). (CAOs and the clouds they generate may have far-reaching climate impacts; scientists are hoping to understand more about the role they are playing in the rapid warming of the Arctic.)
“Right now, a lot of our work is on polar regions, and the Arctic is really a sensitive area,†she explains. “We keep hearing about how it’s changing so rapidly, and clouds are really important in the water cycle there. So our work on the particles that cloud droplets and ice particles form on is instrumental to understanding some of those changes.â€
By Kristen Cuppek • Sep 27, 2024
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title: "Manhattan University Associate Provost And Professor Authors Book On Novels Of Education"
url: "/news/archive/2024/11/bridget-chalk-novel"
type: article
date: 2024-11-01
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Manhattan University Associate Provost And Professor Authors Book On Novels Of Education
# Manhattan University Associate Provost And Professor Authors Book On Novels Of Education
Bridget Chalk, Ph.D., Notes Resistance to Education in Novels
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Bridget Chalk, Ph.D., Associate Provost and Professor of English at Manhattan University, recently published her second book, [Novel Schooling: Education, Formation, and Reading in Fiction](https://www.amazon.com/-/he/Bridget-T-Chalk/dp/303166857X) (Palgrave 2024). According to the book, the focus of the work is the “...consistent link between negative depictions of education in novels and claims for the educative effects of reading them.†Chalk states that novels, especially coming-of-age narratives, are frequently critical of formal education: bad things happen in schools that the characters subsequently need to overcome. A wide range of novels from the 19th century to the present, she shows, condemn traditional education on the one hand and, on the other, propose alternate forms of learning through reading and story-making. In place of structured schooling, novels, therefore, offer an alternative form of education, providing exercises in paying attention, pattern-making, and perspective-taking. Further, Chalk’s book states that education has long been seen as a collective exercise with standards and benchmarks in contrast to the novel, which is highly individualized, eliciting different responses from each reader. In today’s world, ruled by data and algorithms, each reader’s experience of fiction still generates unique possibilities and directions of thought.
Chalk, a well-regarded expert in modernism and twentieth and twenty-first-century British and Anglophone literature, stated that writing the book was “a joyâ€, combining her two passions – education and novels. At Manhattan University, she works on a variety of programming to bridge the liberal arts and professional studies. In addition to this newest book, she is the author of Modernism and Mobility: *The Passport and Cosmopolitan Experience* (Palgrave 2014). She has published in numerous peer-reviewed journals and contributed a chapter to *The Cambridge Companion to British Fiction, 1980-the Present* (2019). She is a member of the Executive Committee of the D.H. Lawrence Society of North America and an active member of the Modernist Studies Association. Her education includes a B.A. from Villanova University and M.A. and Ph.D. from Brandeis University.
By MC Staff • Nov 01, 2024
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title: "Anti-Defamation League Honors Manhattan University Professor With Its In Concert Against Hate Award"
url: "/news/archive/2024/11/mehnaz-afridi-in-concert-against-hate-award"
type: article
date: 2024-11-19
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Anti-Defamation League Honors Manhattan University Professor With Its In Concert Against Hate Award
# Anti-Defamation League Honors Manhattan University Professor With Its In Concert Against Hate Award
Manhattan University proudly celebrates Dr. Mehnaz Afridi, honored with the prestigious Kay Family Award at the 30th Annual ADL In Concert Against Hate for her tireless work in combating bigotry and fostering interfaith understanding.
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Manhattan University, the 170+ year-old Lasallian Catholic institution, today announced that Dr. Mehnaz Afridi, Professor of Religious Studies and Director of its Holocaust, Genocide, and Interfaith Education Center, was honored at the 30th Annual *ADL In Concert Against Hate* on Monday, November 18.
According to its website, the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) “fights all forms of antisemitism and bias, using innovation and partnerships to drive impact. A global leader in combating antisemitism, countering extremism, and battling bigotry wherever and whenever it happens, ADL works to protect democracy and ensure a just and inclusive society for all.†The gala was held at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C., and was hosted by actor/comedian Ben Stiller. *ADL In Concert Against Hate* began in 1995 as a special event to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the end of the Holocaust and continues that tradition today by â€â€¦ honoring heroes and celebrating their extraordinary acts of courage and compassion when confronted by hatred and bigotry.†Dr. Afridi was one of the Kay Family Award honorees at the ceremony.
“We are thrilled to recognize Dr. Afridi with this well-deserved award,†said Meredith R. Weisel, ADL Washington, D.C., Regional Director. “She represents what’s needed in this world, especially today, and that is a willingness to see beyond our differences to advocate for what’s best for everyone. When people of all backgrounds work together against hatred, each of us benefits.â€
Frederick Bonato, Ph.D., Interim President of Manhattan University, stated, “The entire Manhattan University community is so proud of Mehnaz and the work that she does on a daily basis through her classroom teaching along with her leadership at our Holocaust, Genocide, and Interfaith Education Center. As a Muslim woman teaching at a Catholic university with a focus on the Holocaust, she embodies the essence of the Lasallian Catholic tradition.â€
Said Dr. Afridi, “I am incredibly humbled to receive this honor, particularly during these challenging times. I have made it my life’s work to combat all forms of bigotry and to listen to and learn from people of different faiths, backgrounds, and ethnicities.â€
At Manhattan University, Dr. Afridi teaches courses on Islam, the Holocaust, Genocide, comparative religion, and Feminism. Her last book *Shoah Through Muslim Eyes* (Academic Studies Press, 2017) was nominated for the Yad Vashem International Book Prize for Holocaust Research and the Jacob Schnitzer Book Award. She is currently working on a book, *The Wounded Muslim*, (Bloomsbury Press, forthcoming) and a co-edited book on *Global Approaches to the Holocaust* (Nebraska University Press, forthcoming). In 2019, she was honored with the Costello Award for teaching excellence in the School of Liberal Arts and the Lasallian Educator (2020) at Manhattan University (then Manhattan College). She is also a U.S. State Department Member on the delegation for the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance and serves as a member of the Committee of Ethics, Religion, and the Holocaust at the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum, Washington, D.C. Dr. Afridi obtained her Ph.D. from the University of South Africa and her M.A. and B.A. from Syracuse University.
Also receiving Kay Family Awards this year were Holocaust survivor Rosette Goldstein along with Charles Chavis Jr., a professor at George Mason University’s Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter School for Peace and Conflict Resolution and the College of Humanities and Social Sciences.
By MC Staff • Nov 19, 2024
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title: "Manhattan University Named Among Top Best For Vets School"
url: "/news/archive/2024/11/military-times-2024-rankings"
type: article
date: 2024-11-08
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Manhattan University Named Among Top Best For Vets School
# Manhattan University Named Among Top Best For Vets School
Military Times Ranked 304 Schools Across the U.S.
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Manhattan University is honored to be ranked among the nation’s [Best for Vets schools for 2024](https://bestforvets.militarytimes.com/rankings/colleges/y2024/), as compiled by the *Military Times*. Ranking 85th among 304 schools and 4th among schools in New York State, Manhattan University saw a tremendous positive positioning compared to 2023, when it ranked 218th out of 315 schools.
At Manhattan University (known as Manhattan College at the time of the original call for ranking information), student veterans can access individualized faculty instruction and tutoring services through the School’s Center for Academic Success. Additionally, veterans can request peer support and receive both resume assistance interview preparation.
Dr. David Bollert, an adjunct faculty member in the Department of Religion & Philosophy, directs Manhattan University’s [Veterans Success Program.](//inside.manhattan.edu/student-life/veteran-success-programs/index)
Said Dr. Bollert, “We are incredibly proud of the range of opportunities we offer our student veterans here at Manhattan University. The rankings we achieved this year are a testament to the faculty, administration, and, of course, the students themselves in fostering a genuine sense of community, which is vital to this special section of students. Our Veterans Success Center, a welcoming and centrally-located place on campus, offers our student veterans a dedicated spot to gather, socialize, study, and feel at home.â€
“The student veteran community, which includes approximately 65 members, benefits the entire campus,†continued Dr. Bollert. “Student veterans can draw upon their military experiences during classroom discussions, often providing their peers who have not served with a different perspective when considering a given topic. Additionally, the maturity, discipline, and dedication to service embodied by many of our veteran students are worthy characteristics for all Jaspers to emulate.â€
Founded in 1940, *Military Times* is part of the Sightline Media Group based in northern Virginia and provides news and information, daily newsletters, videos, and podcasts to the U.S. military community.
By MC Staff • Nov 08, 2024
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title: "Ryan Wheeler ’01 Helps U.S. Women’s Box Lacrosse Team Blaze New Trail"
url: "/news/archive/2024/11/ryan-wheeler-profile"
type: article
date: 2024-11-04
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Ryan Wheeler ’01 Helps U.S. Women’s Box Lacrosse Team Blaze New Trail
# Ryan Wheeler ’01 Helps U.S. Women’s Box Lacrosse Team Blaze New Trail
For the Jasper lax pioneer, it’s “a capstone moment.â€
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When the USA women’s box lacrosse team triumphed over Canada to win gold at the inaugural World Lacrosse Women’s Box Championship in September, Ryan Wheeler ’01 was cheering the players on — while also helping guide them to victory.
Wheeler, an assistant coach for the history-making team, has remained active in the world of lacrosse since his days as a standout on the men’s lacrosse team at Manhattan University. He spent several years with Major League Lacrosse (he was the first Jasper to play professional lacrosse) and represented the United States on the men’s national indoor lacrosse team that earned a bronze medal in 2007. Wheeler also made a point of nurturing up-and-coming lacrosse talent by leading clinics, camps and instructional sessions for both field lacrosse and box lacrosse.
“One of my initial forays into coaching was in 2018 with the men’s U20 indoor team,†he says. “The world cup was held in Saskatchewan, Canada, and we coached them to a bronze medal.â€
Indoor, or “box,†lacrosse is the official summer sport of Canada. It’s typically played on an iceless hockey rink with a concrete or artificial turf surface. The women’s game is just like the men’s, with the same equipment, padding and sticks. Unlike women’s field lacrosse, contact in women’s box lacrosse is permitted.
The world championships had never featured a women’s team, but that all changed when USA Lacrosse announced that it would host a women’s box tournament in 2024. “USA Lacrosse is excited about the opportunity ahead to identify and cultivate the pioneers who will help blaze new trails,†their statement read.
Around that time, Wheeler received a phone call from the head coach of the inaugural women’s box lacrosse team inviting him to join the staff, and, he says, “I happily did so.â€
He and his fellow coaches then had to build a team, drawing players from the highest levels of field lacrosse. The process took about two and a half years.
“From a coaching perspective,†he says, “the ultimate challenge was taking these women who had never played this version of the game and turning them into world-championship-caliber players of the box discipline, all in a very condensed time period.â€
The players had not used a men’s stick before, and only one had played a contact sport previously. “So not only was it teaching them the new discipline,†Wheeler says, “but getting them used to the rigors of playing a full-contact sport was probably one of our most prominent challenges.â€
One strategy the coaches employed was to have the team scrimmage against men’s teams. “We sought out semi-professional, professional and club teams throughout North America to pit our women against over the course of the cycle ramping up to the world championships to ‘battle harden’ them to the physical nature of the indoor game,†Wheeler explains. “It helped them understand its rigors.â€
The world championships were held in Utica, New York, from September 20-29, with 10 nations competing, split into two pools of five.
“Canada were the favorites as a result of their women playing box lacrosse from childhood,†Wheeler says. “USA and Canada are the two largest heavyweight rivals in the sport of lacrosse. So it was really set up as this collision course between the U.S. women and the Canadian women.â€
Going into the finals, Wheeler was feeling confident. “After watching Canada play and scouting them several times, I did feel as though our women would carry the day,†he says. “But in a championship game in box lacrosse, you have to have great goaltending, and you’ve got to hit your shots when you have the opportunity to do so.â€
The game was a nail-biter. With about nine minutes left, the score was tied at 5-5. Then Canada went up by two points with about six minutes left. In the last few minutes, the USA came back with five more goals, winning 10-7.
As Wheeler predicted, goaltending was key to the U.S. victory. “Our goalie, Ingrid Boyum, played lights out and turned away a lot of phenomenal opportunities that Canada had,†he says. “At the end of the day, we had a virtuoso performance from our goalie and we hit our shots; Canada had great goaltending as well, but they didn’t hit their shots.â€
“The game had all of the drama that you would want,†Wheeler concludes. “It was just a phenomenal experience to be part of. Quite possibly one of the greatest women’s lacrosse games ever played … I’m so enthusiastic about it; it’s really a capstone moment in my career. In many ways it’s a distillation of a lot of experience.â€
Looking ahead, Wheeler is optimistic about the future of women’s box lacrosse in the United States. “So many of those women get to be in the conversation because now box is here and it’s not going away,†he says. “I’m happy to evangelize box lacrosse.â€
By Cecilia Donohoe • Nov 04, 2024
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title: "Thomas Foley ’92: Leading the Way at NYC Department of Design and Construction"
url: "/news/archive/2024/11/thomas-foley-profile"
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date: 2024-11-19
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Thomas Foley ’92: Leading the Way at NYC Department of Design and Construction
# Thomas Foley ’92: Leading the Way at NYC Department of Design and Construction
DCC Commissioner has played a key role in the city’s response to crises.
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The commissioner of the New York City Department of Design and Construction (DDC), Thomas J. Foley ’92, P.E., returned to his alma mater on November 19 to share insights with current Manhattan University engineering students. Entitled *DDC’s Vision and Mission: Leading the Way in Public Infrastructure*, the lecture was hosted by the School of Engineering.
Praised as “a steady hand in moments of crisis†when he was appointed to the commissioner role in January 2022, Foley has built a 30-year career in public service. Twenty-seven of those years have been at the DDC, the city’s primary capital construction project manager. He has been front and center in helping the city recover from historic moments of crisis like 9/11, Hurricane Sandy and the COVID-19 pandemic.
Beyond addressing the city’s needs during emergencies, Foley’s work also encompasses New Yorkers’ day-to-day and civic concerns. He oversees the city’s capital construction projects, from animal shelters and libraries to firehouses and community health centers, while ensuring that they are aligned with the city’s resiliency goals.
The Staten Island, New York, native notes that his education at Manhattan University, where he majored in civil engineering, was foundational to his success. Especially vivid is the support he received from Moujalli Hourani, D.Sc., associate professor of civil and environmental engineering.
“I’ll never forget some of Dr. Hourani’s classes,†he says. “I sat down with Dr. \[William\] Brown, Dr. Hourani and Dr. \[John\] Horvath at various times because I needed their insight. They instilled a level of confidence in their students to, ‘keep at it, and you will be successful.’â€
After graduating, Foley joined the New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). “I had a preference for construction and wanted to be outside,†he recalls. “A good number of our class went to work for the city; we had jobs lined up November of our senior year. I still strive for that now as commissioner at DDC — to start outreach to college students so that when they graduate, they can start as soon as they’re able.â€
In 1996, Foley transitioned to the newly formed Department of Design and Construction. Since then, he has worked in every borough of the city in a variety of roles at the agency, including deputy director, director and assistant commissioner in the Division of Infrastructure. After 9/11, he became a project manager for DDC’s World Trade Center Disaster Recovery and Debris Removal Project, reviewing staffing and procedures, analyzing labor and equipment utilization, and identifying and correcting inefficiencies in the $500-million endeavor.
“I remained at the site for about two years,†he says. “During that time, I worked with so many fellow alumni from Manhattan, more so than from any other school, from an engineering standpoint.†He continues, “It had its physical and mental challenges, but everybody was working together to get it done.â€
Foley says that his efforts on the 9/11 recovery project were “very similar to public service after Sandy, and the amazing work that my agency was able to perform during the pandemic.â€
The DDC’s pandemic-related construction projects included two temporary hospitals, four health labs, three permanent healthcare facilities, and a number of testing and vaccination sites throughout the city.
“Those were all done in record time,†he says. “When the city is in crisis situations, these are some of the things that we always volunteer for.â€
During the past decade, Foley has also been responsible for the reconstruction of the Times Square Plaza, as well as the activation of New York City Water Tunnel 3, a 60-mile tunnel that runs from the Hillview Reservoir in Yonkers to Queens. Designed to reduce the city’s dependency on two older water tunnels, it is the largest capital construction project in New York City history.
In January 2017, he was named deputy commissioner of the Public Buildings Division, where he managed the $8.7 billion Borough-Based Jail Program, which aims to replace the Rikers Island complex with four smaller facilities.
Foley is especially proud of the DDC’s work on the East Side Coastal Resiliency Project, a critical coastal protection initiative aimed at reducing flood risk due to coastal storms and sea level rise on Manhattan’s East Side. “It’s the largest resiliency project going on in the country,†he says. “I’m not surprised that New York City is leading the way.â€
As he leads a staff of 1,150, with plans to add additional numbers, Foley is bullish on bringing Manhattan University engineers into the DDC fold.
“I encourage graduates to work in the public sector, to give back,†he says. “Working with the city provides so much latitude and mentorship. They learn a lot in those first couple of years, which are so critical both on the design table and then out in the field.â€
By Cecilia Donohoe • Nov 19, 2024
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title: "Manhattan University Recognized As A 2024 All In Most Engaged Campus For Student Voting"
url: "/news/archive/2024/12/2024-all-in-most-engaged-campus-student-voting"
type: article
date: 2024-12-03
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Manhattan University Recognized As A 2024 All In Most Engaged Campus For Student Voting
# Manhattan University Recognized As A 2024 All In Most Engaged Campus For Student Voting
Manhattan University joins a group of 471 institutions from across the U.S. that received the recognition for student voting
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Manhattan University has been recognized by the *ALL IN* Campus Democracy Challenge (*ALL IN*) as a 2024 Most Engaged Campus for student voting. ALL IN recognizes colleges and universities for outstanding efforts to increase nonpartisan student voter participation. Manhattan University joins a group of 471 institutions from across the U.S. that received the recognition for completing four core actions:
- Participating in the *ALL IN* Campus Democracy Challenge;
- Sharing 2022 NSLVE reports with campus voting data with *ALL IN*;
- Developing and submitting a 2024 democratic engagement action plan; and
- Having a current signatory to *ALL IN*’s Higher Education President’s Commitment to full student voter participation.
Dr. Margaret Groarke, Professor of [Political Science](/academics/majors-and-minors/political-science) and Chair of the [History, Political Science, and International Studies](/academics/schools-and-departments/kakos/hist-pol-sci-intl/index) department at Manhattan University stated, “We are thrilled with this recognition. Our Jasper Votes team has worked very hard this year to help students get excited about the election, register, and apply for absentee ballots. Our effort is nonpartisan – we simply want all eligible Manhattan University students to participate and use their voices in our democracy. We look forward to continuing our high percentage of student voters.â€
“The research is clear: colleges and universities that make intentional efforts to increase nonpartisan democratic engagement have higher campus voter registration and voter turnout rates. This year, we saw more institutions than ever before step up their efforts to ensure that their students were registered and ready to make their voices heard at the ballot boxâ€, said Jennifer Domagal-Goldman, Executive Director of the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge. “These Most Engaged Campuses are setting the standard for nonpartisan civic engagement work for colleges and universities across the country.â€
By MC Staff • Dec 03, 2024
[Student Achievements](/news?category=240)
[Rankings & Recognition](/news?category=238)
[New York City](/news?category=237)
[Faculty Accolades](/news?category=234)
[Academics](/news?category=232)
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title: "Manhattan University Recognized As A 2024 All In Most Engaged Campus For Student Voting"
url: "/news/archive/2024/12/test-press-release1"
type: article
date: 2025-01-30
updated: 2026-04-09
---
# Manhattan University Recognized As A 2024 All In Most Engaged Campus For Student Voting
# Manhattan University Recognized As A 2024 All In Most Engaged Campus For Student Voting
Manhattan University joins a group of 471 institutions from across the U.S. that received the recognition for student voting
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Manhattan University has been recognized by the *ALL IN* Campus Democracy Challenge (*ALL IN*) as a 2024 Most Engaged Campus for student voting. ALL IN recognizes colleges and universities for outstanding efforts to increase nonpartisan student voter participation. Manhattan University joins a group of 471 institutions from across the U.S. that received the recognition for completing four core actions:
- Participating in the *ALL IN* Campus Democracy Challenge;
- Sharing 2022 NSLVE reports with campus voting data with *ALL IN*;
- Developing and submitting a 2024 democratic engagement action plan; and
- Having a current signatory to *ALL IN*’s Higher Education President’s Commitment to full student voter participation.
Dr. Margaret Groarke, Professor of [Political Science](/academics/majors-and-minors/political-science) and Chair of the [History, Political Science, and International Studies](/academics/schools-and-departments/kakos/hist-pol-sci-intl/index) department at Manhattan University stated, “We are thrilled with this recognition. Our Jasper Votes team has worked very hard this year to help students get excited about the election, register, and apply for absentee ballots. Our effort is nonpartisan – we simply want all eligible Manhattan University students to participate and use their voices in our democracy. We look forward to continuing our high percentage of student voters.â€
“The research is clear: colleges and universities that make intentional efforts to increase nonpartisan democratic engagement have higher campus voter registration and voter turnout rates. This year, we saw more institutions than ever before step up their efforts to ensure that their students were registered and ready to make their voices heard at the ballot boxâ€, said Jennifer Domagal-Goldman, Executive Director of the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge. “These Most Engaged Campuses are setting the standard for nonpartisan civic engagement work for colleges and universities across the country.â€
By MC Staff • Jan 30, 2025
[Student Achievements](/news?category=240)
[Rankings & Recognition](/news?category=238)
[New York City](/news?category=237)
[Faculty Accolades](/news?category=234)
[Academics](/news?category=232)
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title: "2024 Year in Review"
url: "/news/archive/2024/12/year-in-review"
type: article
date: 2024-12-15
updated: 2026-04-09
---
# 2024 Year in Review
# 2024 Year in Review
Here we revisit the most memorable moments of 2024, a year of new beginnings and innovation.
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[Student Achievements](/news?category=240)
[Research](/news?category=239)
[Rankings & Recognition](/news?category=238)
[Lasallian & Catholic Mission](/news?category=236)
[Academics](/news?category=232)
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title: "Manhattan University Announces New Provost"
url: "/news/archive/2025/01/ken-sumner-provost"
type: article
date: 2025-01-22
updated: 2026-04-09
---
# Manhattan University Announces New Provost
# Manhattan University Announces New Provost
Kenneth E. Sumner, Ph.D., Assumes Leadership Position
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Manhattan University, the 172 year old Lasallian institution, announced that Kenneth E. Sumner, Ph.D., will be the university’s new Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs. He takes over this position on January 27, 2025 from Rani Roy, Ph.D., Interim Provost, who will assume the newly-created position of Executive Vice President for Business Operations.
Dr. Sumner has a broad and deep background in higher education spanning over twenty years. He most recently held two positions at Montclair State University (NJ) – Associate Provost for Academic Affairs (2017 – 2024) and Acting Dean of the Graduate School (2022 – 2024). As Associate Provost, he was responsible for academic personnel, including faculty and staff reappointments, tenure, and career development processes, among other areas; contract negotiations for various unions; strategic planning; and new initiatives, including the Bloomfield College merger. In his role as Acting Dean of the Graduate School, Sumner was responsible for realigning and re-engineering the overall school to be more supportive of learning and scholarship. He implemented the first Destination Survey Project to track post-graduate outcomes for students, created instructional delivery modalities to maintain on-campus presence with blended and hybrid delivery models covering more than 6000 courses per semester, assisted in growing enrollments to the largest level thus far, and broadened the University’s Career Services to support student success and partnerships with the business community. He also served as the Psychology Department Chair at Montclair State University from 2013 to 2017.
Said Frederick Bonato, Ph.D., President of Manhattan University, “I am incredibly pleased to have Ken joining the leadership team at Manhattan. His deep knowledge of so many facets of higher education coupled with his strategic vision and innovative methods will enhance our ability to maintain an incredibly capable and student-focused faculty. Ken’s demeanor and approachability are important assets in his career success.â€
Dr. Sumner commented, “I am very excited to start this new chapter serving as the Manhattan University Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs. Having been a university faculty member, I look forward to meeting each of the faculty, understanding their needs, and developing plans with them for their continued success. Equally as important, I look forward to meeting as many students as possible since their success is the primary motivation for what we do at the University.â€
Throughout his career, Dr. Sumner has served on numerous committees, acted as an editorial reviewer for various professional journals, and published extensively. He holds a B.S from Wayne State University (MI) where he majored in Psychology, and an M.A. and Ph.D. from Bowling Green State University (OH) where he majored in Industrial and Organizational Behavior. He also has certification in Innovation and Design Thinking from the Graduate School of Business at Stanford University and certification in Executive Coaching from the School of Continuing and Professional Studies at New York University.
By MC Staff • Jan 22, 2025
[New York City](/news?category=237)
[Lasallian & Catholic Mission](/news?category=236)
[Academics](/news?category=232)
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title: "Manhattan University Professor To Participate In Program On Muslims Who Saved Jews During The Holocaust"
url: "/news/archive/2025/01/mehnaz-afridi-featured-speaker"
type: article
date: 2025-01-21
updated: 2026-04-09
---
# Manhattan University Professor To Participate In Program On Muslims Who Saved Jews During The Holocaust
# Manhattan University Professor To Participate In Program On Muslims Who Saved Jews During The Holocaust
Mehnaz Afridi, Ph.D. to Address Lakewood, OH Group
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Manhattan University is pleased to announce that Mehnaz Afridi, Ph.D, will be a featured speaker at a program discussing the 2012 documentary Besa: The Promise as part of a photo exhibition and series of programs at the [Lakewood, OH Public Library](https://www.cleveland.com/community/2025/01/lakewood-public-library-showcases-besa-muslims-who-saved-jews-during-the-holocaust-exhibition.html) titled “Besa: Muslims Who Saved Jews During the Holocaustâ€. Afridi is a Professor of Religion and Philosophy and the Director of the University’s Holocaust, Genocide & Interfaith Education Center located on the school’s Riverdale campus.
“Visiting scholars and authors will be giving talks about their books at the library and will discuss what relevance the stories of Muslims saving Jews during the Holocaust have today,†said James Crawford, the Lakewood Public Library Director.
According to the library, Albania was the only European nation that opened its borders unconditionally during World War II to anyone fleeing persecution. Besa is the code of honor shared by Albanians of all faiths and “…instructs that a stranger in need who knocks on your door is your brother and that you shall save and protect him even at the risk of your own life.â€
At Manhattan University, Afridi, a Muslim, teaches courses on Islam, the Holocaust, Genocide, comparative religion, and Feminism. Her latest book, Shoah Through Muslim Eyes (Academic Studies press, 2017), was nominated for the Yad Vashem International Book Prize for Holocaust Research and the Jacob Schnitzer Book Award. She currently is working on a book, The Wounded Muslim (Bloomsbury Press, forthcoming), and a co-edited book on Global Approaches to the Holocaust (Nebraska University press, forthcoming). In November, 2024, she was honored by the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) at the 30th annual ADL in Concert Against Hate.
Afridi also is a U.S. State Department Member on the delegation for the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance and serves as a member of the Committee of Ethics, Religion, and the Holocaust at the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, D.C.
She obtained her Ph.D. from the University of South Africa and her M.A. and B.A. from Syracuse University.
The program at the Lakewood Public Library runs through March 31 with Afridi presenting her topic on January 25.
By MC Staff • Jan 21, 2025
[Faculty Accolades](/news?category=234)
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title: "Jack Powers ‘58 and Junius Kellogg ‘55 nominated for 2025 Naismith Hall of Fame Class"
url: "/news/archive/2025/01/nominees-2025-naismith-hall-of-fame"
type: article
date: 2025-01-03
updated: 2026-04-09
---
# Jack Powers ‘58 and Junius Kellogg ‘55 nominated for 2025 Naismith Hall of Fame Class
# Jack Powers ‘58 and Junius Kellogg ‘55 nominated for 2025 Naismith Hall of Fame Class
Two Manhattan Alumni were included on the ballot for the "Contributor" for the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame 2025 Class
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When the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame released its list of nominees for the 2025 Class, Jack Powers '58 and Junius Kellogg '55 were included on the ballot for the "Contributor" category among 35 other names, according to a press release from the Basketball Hall of Fame.
Learn more about this nomination at [gojaspers.com.](https://gojaspers.com/news/2024/12/23/mens-basketball-jack-powers-58-and-junius-kellogg-55-nominated-for-2025-naismith-hall-of-fame-class.aspx)
By MC Staff • Jan 03, 2025
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title: "Manhattan University Announces New Quality Science Minor"
url: "/news/archive/2025/01/quality-science-minor"
type: article
date: 2025-01-23
updated: 2026-04-09
---
# Manhattan University Announces New Quality Science Minor
# Manhattan University Announces New Quality Science Minor
Kenneth E. Sumner, Ph.D., Assumes Leadership Position
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Manhattan University today announced the creation of a new Quality Science minor for the 2025 Fall Semester that will expand opportunities for students interested in the pharmaceutical industry. There is a great need in pharmaceutical and drug device industries to ensure that the medicines, dietary supplements, devices, and other products meet quality and safety standards to build patient trust and improve global health. Although risk and failure analysis is currently taught at many universities, the Manhattan University minor will dive into the nuances of the life science industries related to the specific regulations that apply to consumer health products. Through the use of historical risk analysis techniques, students will be able to analyze a holistic set of data (in-production, across product lines, across equipment, human variability, on-market, on-stability, validation studies, change control, etc.) that will lead to scientifically justified investigations supported by evidence, and the identification of effective corrective and preventative actions (CAPA).
Said Marcy Kelly, Ph.D., Dean of the Kakos School of Arts and Sciences at the University, “As a scientist myself, I know there is great value in offering our students a Quality Science minor, particularly to business, science/mathematics, or engineering majors. Students who complete this minor will receive a Certified Quality Science Professional (CQSP) micro-credential and will benefit from our collaboration with Pathways for Patient Health. Pathways will provide students enrolled in the minor with opportunities for mentoring and access to its hiring platform for internships and jobs.â€
Topics to be covered in the Quality Science minor include: complete life cycle product and process development, prototype builds, scalability, design of experiments, variability, control, specification development, and validation methodology. Instructors will explore how rigorous human factor engineering studies and clinical trials provide essential inputs into the product development process. The students will be introduced to concepts such as gap analysis, risk assessment, master planning, process characterization, installation qualification, operational qualification, measurement system analysis, repeatability and reproducibility (data collection / analysis), and performance qualification/validation.
For additional information on the Quality Science minor, please contact Dr. Kelly at [mkelly16@manhattan.edu](mailto:%20mkelly16@manhattan.edu).
By MC Staff • Jan 23, 2025
[New York City](/news?category=237)
[Lasallian & Catholic Mission](/news?category=236)
[Academics](/news?category=232)
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title: "Manhattan University Mourns the Loss of John \"Jack\" Powers ‘58"
url: "/news/archive/2025/02/jack-powers-alum"
type: article
date: 2025-02-28
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Manhattan University Mourns the Loss of John "Jack" Powers ‘58
# Manhattan University Mourns the Loss of John "Jack" Powers ‘58
Manhattan University sadly announced the passing of John “Jack†Powers ’58, a legendary New York City basketball figure who led Manhattan University (then Manhattan College) to the NCAA tournament twice and the National Invitation Tournament (NIT), defeating nationally-ranked West Virginia University and Jerry West in the 1958 NCAA Tournament. In his senior year, team captain Powers concluded his collegiate career with 1,139 points.
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Manhattan University sadly announced the passing of John “Jack†Powers ’58, a legendary New York City basketball figure who led Manhattan University (then Manhattan College) to the NCAA tournament twice and the National Invitation Tournament (NIT), defeating nationally-ranked West Virginia University and Jerry West in the 1958 NCAA Tournament. In his senior year, team captain Powers concluded his collegiate career with 1,139 points.
In 2017, Powers became the first Jasper to have his basketball uniform – number 34 – retired. He was inducted into numerous halls of fame, including the Manhattan Athletic Hall of Fame in 1988.
Powers’ association with the University did not end with his playing days, however; he spent ten seasons as the men’s basketball head coach, posting a record of 142-114, with four appearances in the NIT. He then became the school’s Athletic Director for nine years, before serving as the Executive Director of the NIT for over 20 years. Powers also was a member of the Executive Councils of the Eastern College Athletic Conference, the Intercollegiate Association of Amateur Athletes of America, and President of the Metropolitan Basketball Association and the Tri-State Soccer League.
His presence among the members of the Manhattan University community was not limited to his athletic prowess, however. Said Dr. Lisa Toscano, Professor of Kinesiology and a long-time friend of Powers, “To me, Jack was a New York City basketball legend and the strongest man I have ever met. A Jasper to the core, he so loved Manhattan University, his teammates, and his players. Most of all, he loved his family. For me personally, Jack is the reason for my life’s work. Through his mentorship for me and for so many others, he will live on forever.â€
Added Thomas Mauriello, Senior Vice President for University Advancement, “Jack is one of the true legends in Jasper athletic history. His passing is a tremendous loss to so many of us, but his impact on Jasper sports and the University itself will live on always.â€
Powers is survived by his wife, Anita; children, John (Katherine) and Kimberly Powers-Gorich (George); grandchildren, Allison and Sean Powers and Jack Gorich; and his brother, James. A Funeral Mass will be held on Monday, March 3, 2025 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Roman Catholic Church, Scarsdale, NY. He was a longtime resident of Eastchester and Montauk, NY.
By MC Staff • Feb 28, 2025
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title: "Jilleen Barrett ’23: She’s Got Irish Roots and a Rising Career in the Bronx"
url: "/news/archive/2025/02/jilleen-barrett-alum"
type: article
date: 2025-02-10
updated: 2026-04-09
---
# Jilleen Barrett ’23: She’s Got Irish Roots and a Rising Career in the Bronx
# Jilleen Barrett ’23: She’s Got Irish Roots and a Rising Career in the Bronx
The Irish Echo has named Barrett to its 40 Under 40 list of young achievers.
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Jilleen Barrett ’23 has always taken pride in her Irish heritage. A native of Sayville, Long Island, she recently visited Ireland and traveled around the country, including a visit to the hometown of her mother’s ancestors, Moneymore, in County Donegal.
“Moneymore has only 12 houses,†she laughs. “We were confused at first and didn’t realize that we’d arrived!â€
Barrett has arrived professionally, as well. As the director of communications and marketing at the Bronx Economic Development Corporation (BXEDC), her work is instrumental in promoting local businesses, schools and organizations. And that work is being noticed. The Irish Echo, the largest circulation newspaper serving an Irish American audience, has named Barrett to its 2025 40 Under 40 list in recognition of her efforts in promoting the people and communities of the Bronx. She and the other 39 honorees will be celebrated at the Irish Echo’s 18th Annual Awards Dinner, marking a significant milestone in Barrett’s blossoming career.
Her Manhattan University education played a crucial role in starting her on the path to success. She chose Manhattan for its campus environment and proximity to the city, as well as its Lasallian Catholic foundation. As a communication major with a concentration in journalism, Barrett quickly immersed herself in the University’s student publications. She joined The Quadrangle, working as editor for the arts and entertainment and features sections, eventually becoming managing editor for the newspaper. Her involvement gave her invaluable exposure to the breadth of University life, and she was able to interview key figures within the administration and student body.
“That ended up being a really enriching experience for a lot of reasons,†she says. “I knew so many people on campus and knew what they were doing because we were writing so many stories every week. It gave me a really good perspective of all the great things that were happening on campus.â€
She also served two years as editor-in-chief for [LOTUS](https://www.lotusmagazine.org/), the fashion and lifestyle magazine, and interned at The Riverdale Press and the American Society of Magazine Editors (ASME). Through ASME, she wrote for Smart + Strong Publishing, which focuses on health-related topics.
“After doing that, I was able to freelance because of all the connections that I made,†she recalls. “My senior year, I freelanced three articles with professional publications, which for me was just so exciting.â€
Following graduation, Barrett continued to build her career with a six-month internship at Bustle Digital Group, specifically with the websites Romper and ScaryMommy. In 2024, thanks to her connections with Rob Walsh, a former Manhattan University administrator, Barrett landed her current position at the Bronx Economic Development Corporation.
In her role, Barrett oversees newsletters, social media and website content for the BXEDC. She also writes for The Bronx Beat, a segment on 1010 WINS radio, and works on content development and coordinates filming for a video series, also called The Bronx Beat, in collaboration with the YES Network. The segment showcases positive Bronx-based stories and promotes small businesses in the borough (including Manhattan University local favorite Lloyd’s Carrot Cake).
“The effort is to get people to be more aware of small businesses,†she explains. “For example, a lot of people who visit Yankee Stadium are not from the Bronx. So we work to get them more aware of how there are great restaurants in the neighborhood — they don't need to go to a chain.â€
“I’m getting the chance to connect with a lot of different people in the Bronx,†she continues. “Some of whom share my Manhattan University roots, and some are at these new places that I get to explore.â€
She also helps plan events for the Bronx Tourism Council.
“So far I’ve helped plan the Bronx Ball and the Tour de Bronx bicycle race,†she says. “Currently, we're planning Savor the Bronx Restaurant Week. I'm contacting places where I used to eat in college, like Jake's Steakhouse and Tin Marin. I’m able to say, ‘I think that you would really benefit from this restaurant week because Manhattan students are going to come, I promise you that!’â€
Barrett continues to do freelance magazine writing in addition to her marketing work. She deeply appreciates the career opportunities she’s had so far, and is enthusiastic about what the future holds.
“It's great for my career to be able to do so many different things,†she reflects. From her days as a Manhattan University student and internships to her current career and 40 Under 40 kudos, she concludes, “It continues to be a truly enriching experience.â€
By Cecilia Donohoe • Feb 10, 2025
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title: "Congratulations to Brianna Armstrong as the Top Performer of All University Employees Across Air Force ROTC Detachments"
url: "/news/archive/2025/03/brianna-armstrong"
type: article
date: 2025-03-04
updated: 2026-04-09
---
# Congratulations to Brianna Armstrong as the Top Performer of All University Employees Across Air Force ROTC Detachments
# Congratulations to Brianna Armstrong as the Top Performer of All University Employees Across Air Force ROTC Detachments
Manhattan University is thrilled to recognize Brianna Armstrong for receiving the “Top Performer†award of university employees across all 145 Air Force ROTC detachments countrywide.
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Manhattan University is thrilled to recognize Brianna Armstrong for receiving the “Top Performer†award of university employees across all 145 Air Force ROTC detachments countrywide.
Brianna played a pivotal role in enhancing cadet recruitment, training, and operational efficiency; dedicated numerous hours to conducting 18 orientation and information sessions; and successfully executed 1,000 checklist items to onboard 79 new cadets leading to the Detachment’s largest incoming class. Leveraging technology, she implemented artificial intelligence programs to create 13 cadet enrollment guides and validate instructional program codes across 15 institutions. Her innovative approach saved man-hours annually, streamlined faculty onboarding, and ensured accurate education records for 92 cadets.
A native of Riverdale, NY, Brianna completed her undergraduate studies at Manhattan University and currently is enrolled in the University’s O’Malley School of Business where she will graduate in May with an MBA. “Seeing how the cadets at Detachment 560 grow in confidence, leadership, and resilience has been incredibly inspiring. Working alongside such a dedicated team has motivated me to push myself, refine my skills, and find new ways to support both the cadets and my colleagues’ successes while growing alongside them,†she said.
Lt. Col. Richard Nova, Chair of the Department of Air and Space Studies, stated, “This achievement is a testament to Brianna’s exceptional character and unwavering work ethic within the department. She exemplifies the caliber of young professionals Manhattan University proudly prepares for the workforce.â€
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title: "Manhattan University to Launch New Health Sciences Major in 2025 Fall Semester"
url: "/news/archive/2025/03/health-sciences-major"
type: article
date: 2025-03-05
updated: 2026-04-09
---
# Manhattan University to Launch New Health Sciences Major in 2025 Fall Semester
# Manhattan University to Launch New Health Sciences Major in 2025 Fall Semester
Manhattan University announced that a new Health Sciences Major will take effect in the Fall Semester of 2025. It will be housed in the Kinesiology Department led by Dr. Shawn Ladda.
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Manhattan University announced that a new Health Sciences Major will take effect in the Fall Semester of 2025. It will be housed in the [Kinesiology Department](/academics/schools-and-departments/kakos/kinesiology/index) led by [Dr. Shawn Ladda](//Campus%20Directory/shawn-ladda).
The new major will have a broad focus, introducing students to scientific foundations, including public health, and can readily serve as a springboard for post-graduate work in areas such as Nursing, Physician’s Assistant (PA), Podiatry, and Chiropractic studies.
Said [Marcy Kelly](//Campus%20Directory/marcy-peteroy-kelly), Ph.D., Dean of the Kakos School of Arts and Sciences and Professor of Biology at Manhattan University, “We are most excited about this new course of study, particularly the unique feature of having a public health minor embedded within the health sciences major. Our students will be exceptionally well-positioned to pursue graduate studies in a variety of health-related disciplines.â€
Current and incoming students interested in this course of study may get additional details by contacting Dr. Ladda () or Dr. Kelly ().
[Academics](/news?category=232)
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title: "Manhattan University Welcomes National Book Award Winner Justin Torres to its Major Author Reading Series"
url: "/news/archive/2025/03/justin-torres-reading"
type: article
date: 2025-03-06
updated: 2026-04-09
---
# Manhattan University Welcomes National Book Award Winner Justin Torres to its Major Author Reading Series
# Manhattan University Welcomes National Book Award Winner Justin Torres to its Major Author Reading Series
Manhattan University proudly welcomes the well-known author Justin Torres to its Riverdale campus as part of the University’s Major Author Reading Series (MARS).
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Manhattan University proudly welcomes the well-known author, Justin Torres, to its Riverdale campus as part of the University’s Major Author Reading Series (MARS). The lecture and book signing event will take place on Monday, March 10 at 6:00 p.m. in Hayden 100; the public is invited free-of-charge.
Begun as an informal gathering in 2010 and formalized in 2012, MARS seeks to bring well-established authors to share their insights to all Manhattan students. According to Adam Koehler, Ph.D., Chair of the University’s English, World Languages, and Literatures Department, “This is an opportunity for our students to hear from an established author whose works they have read in the classroom, learn about his unique writing style, and hear of his life experiences. It also is an invitation to our neighbors in Riverdale and the surrounding communities in the Bronx and Manhattan to join us for a deeply interesting learning experience.â€
Justin Torres is the author of *Blackouts*, which won the 2023 National Book Award for Fiction, was a finalist for the LA Times Book Prize, the National Book Critics Circle Award, the Lambda Literary award, and the Southern California Book Award. A 2024 Guggenheim Fellow, he also received fellowships from the National Endowment for the Arts, the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study at Harvard, and the New York Public Library’s Cullman Center. His first novel, *We the Animals* was a national bestseller and adapted into a feature film. He lives in Los Angeles and is an associate professor of English at UCLA.
[Academics](/news?category=232)
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title: "Manhattan University Announces New Dean for its O’Malley School of Business"
url: "/news/archive/2025/03/new-omalley-school-dean-hany-guirguis"
type: article
date: 2025-03-18
updated: 2026-04-09
---
# Manhattan University Announces New Dean for its O’Malley School of Business
# Manhattan University Announces New Dean for its O’Malley School of Business
Hany Guirguis, Ph.D., Assumes Leadership Position
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Manhattan University, the 172-year-old Lasallian Catholic institution, announced that Hany Guirguis is the new Dean of its O’Malley School of Business (OMSB). Previously serving as the Interim Dean, Guirguis’ appointment is effective immediately.
A full tenured professor, Guirguis has a broad and deep background in leadership positions at the Business School. Joining Manhattan University in 2000, he became a Professor of Economics and Finance in 2010 and chaired that department from 2010 to 2018. From 2013 to 2018, he was named the Louis E. Capalbo Professor of Business and from 2019 to the present, he holds the Ambassador Charles A. Gargano Endowed Chair. He assumed the Interim Dean position in 2024.
Guirguis has published extensively on the topics of real estate finance, macroeconomics, financial modeling, and applied economics and, in addition to his tenure at Manhattan University, has teaching experience at a number of institutions, including Columbia University, Portland State University, the University of Oregon, and Oregon State University.
Kenneth E. Sumner, Ph.D., Provost of Manhattan University, stated, “In my short time with the university, Hany has impressed me with his drive and commitment to the students, faculty, and the school. All of us are looking to see his leadership in action and the opportunities it can create. We look forward to his successful tenure as the OMSB Dean, working in partnership with the deans of the Kakos School of Arts and Sciences and our School of Engineering.â€
Added Guirguis, “I am both humbled and honored to have been named to this position. Along with my colleagues in OMSB, I look forward to the exceptional opportunities and challenges that exist to take the business school to new heights. With rigorous training and hands-on experience in the business world, our students can work with leaders in the field, taking advantage of our New York City location. I also plan to focus on AI and machine learning; introduce new master programs that combine analytics knowledge with finance, marketing, and accounting; and enhance the learning experience for both our graduate and undergraduate students.â€
Guirguis has been active in the University’s academic community serving in the University Senate, the Educational Affairs Committee, and the Council for Faculty Affairs.
He holds a Ph.D. in Macroeconomics and Econometrics from the University of Oregon, a Master of Business Administration in Finance and Investment from Baruch College, a Master of Science in Economics from the University of Oregon, a Master of Arts in Economics from American University in Cairo, and a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting and Business Administration from the University of Helwan, Cairo.
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title: "Manhattan University Announces Newest Class of James Patterson ’69 Scholarships"
url: "/news/archive/2025/03/patterson-scholarships-announced"
type: article
date: 2025-02-25
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Manhattan University Announces Newest Class of James Patterson ’69 Scholarships
# Manhattan University Announces Newest Class of James Patterson ’69 Scholarships
The bestselling author and Manhattan alumnus continues his long-standing support for his alma mater.
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James Patterson is the most popular storyteller of our time. He is the creator of unforgettable characters and series, including Alex Cross, the Women’s Murder Club, Jane Smith, and Maximum Ride, and of breathtaking true stories about the Kennedys, John Lennon, and Tiger Woods, as well as our military heroes, police officers, and ER nurses. Patterson has coauthored #1 bestselling novels with Bill Clinton, Dolly Parton, and Michael Crichton. He has told the story of his own life in *James Patterson*, and received an Edgar Award, ten Emmy Awards, the Literarian Award from the National Book Foundation, and the National Humanities Medal.
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title: "Anthony Fernicola ’78 ’82 President, Chief Customer Officer of Salesforce, Inc., to Speak at Manhattan University Undergraduate Commencement and Receive Honorary Degree"
url: "/news/archive/2025/04/anthony-fernicola-president-salesforce-undergraduate-commencement-speaker"
type: article
date: 2025-04-28
updated: 2026-05-03
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# Anthony Fernicola ’78 ’82 President, Chief Customer Officer of Salesforce, Inc., to Speak at Manhattan University Undergraduate Commencement and Receive Honorary Degree
# Anthony Fernicola ’78 ’82 President, Chief Customer Officer of Salesforce, Inc., to Speak at Manhattan University Undergraduate Commencement and Receive Honorary Degree
The accomplished alumnus will address undergraduate students on May 17, 2025.
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Frederick Bonato, Ph.D., Interim President of the 172-year-old Manhattan University, today announced that Anthony N. Fernicola, a Manhattan University alum and senior executive, will deliver the keynote address and receive a Doctor of Humane Letters, honoris causa, at the University’s Undergraduate Commencement on May 17, 2025.
Fernicola ’78, ’82, born and raised in the Bronx and the first in his family to attend college, is the former President of Global Enterprise Sales and current Chief Customer Officer of Salesforce.com, the global cloud computing company headquartered in San Francisco. He is responsible for bringing the power of the firm to the world’s largest organizations. Fernicola joined Salesforce in 2013 and, as part of its Leadership Team, shared responsibility for setting the strategic direction and ensuring alignment across all departments to drive customer success.
Prior to his tenure at Salesforce, he was a Senior Vice President at Oracle, where he grew the North America Technology Organization into one of the company’s largest revenue-generating business groups. At Oracle, he was widely recognized for leading key transformational initiatives for the firm’s technology license business, engineered systems business, and the financial services business. He began his career at Unisys (then known as the Burroughs Corp.), where he spent 16 years in various leadership positions in sales and product management serving the financial services industry.
In addition to his business prowess, Fernicola perfectly embodies the true Lasallian spirit on which Manhattan University was established. He believes completely in Salesforce’s 111 Program which is designed to give back by donating 1% of employees’ time, 1% of the firm’s equity, and 1% of the firm’s product. This “spirit of givingâ€, said Fernicola, harkens back to the examples he learned growing up with his close-knit family in the Bronx and the teachings – both academic and societal – that he experienced at Manhattan.
According to Dr. Bonato, “Tony is the essence of what Manhattan University is about - having an appreciation of excellence in education coupled with respect for all people and a true concern for and appreciation of community.â€
Fernicola received his bachelor’s degree in marketing and economics and an MBA from Manhattan University. In 2020, he was the recipient of the University’s De La Salle Medal which honors executives who exemplify the principles of excellence and corporate leadership. He and his wife, Deborah, reside in Naples, FL; they have two grown children.
[Events](/news?category=233)
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title: "Telecom Executive Gerard J. Caccappolo ’63 to Speak at Manhattan University Graduate Commencement and Receive Honorary Degree"
url: "/news/archive/2025/04/gerard-caccappolo-to-speak-graduate-commencement"
type: article
date: 2025-04-29
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Telecom Executive Gerard J. Caccappolo ’63 to Speak at Manhattan University Graduate Commencement and Receive Honorary Degree
# Telecom Executive Gerard J. Caccappolo ’63 to Speak at Manhattan University Graduate Commencement and Receive Honorary Degree
Caccappolo, an alumnus and accomplished senior business executive, will receive a Doctor of Humane Letters at Graduate Commencement on May 16, 2025.
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Frederick Bonato, Ph.D., Interim President of the 172-year-old Manhattan University, today announced that Gerard J. Caccappolo, an alum of the school and a senior business executive, will deliver the keynote address and receive a Doctor of Humane Letters, honoris causa, at the University’s Graduate Commencement on May 16, 2025.
Caccappolo, a Bronx native who attended Cardinal Hayes High School, has over 40 years’ experience in executive level management in marketing, product development, sales, and business development. He joined GTS Europe in 1995 as Director of Marketing and Sales, responsible for market and customer segmentation, pricing, and sales strategies. He was named President and CEO of Ebone, a subsidiary of GTS, in 2000 and retired in 2001 after the sale of the company. Prior to this experience, he was Vice President of Marketing and Sales - Europe at Ascom Timeplex, a telecommunications equipment manufacturer and was based in Paris, France. He also held several executive positions at AT&T and Bell Atlantic. He began his telecommunications career at Bell Labs in New Jersey in 1963.
Caccappolo also served as the Chairman of the Concert Artists Guild (CAG), an entity that empowers musicians and launches musical careers that are sustainable, unique, and relevant. He continues to serve CAG as its Treasurer. At Manhattan University, Caccappolo currently serves as an advisor to the Board of Trustees, having served as a member of the Board from 2009 through 2024. He and his wife established the Gerard ’63 & Susan Caccappolo Scholarship to provide financial aid to students of Hispanic origin with preference to inner-city residents.
According to Dr. Bonato, “Jerry has been a staunch and vibrant advocate of Manhattan. In recognition of his many years of service and strong support of the University’s Lasallian Catholic mission, his guidance and wisdom, and his serving as Chair of the Student Life Committee, he was appointed a Trustee Emeritus in June 2024.†Added Caccappolo, “It is a tremendous honor for me to receive this recognition. Manhattan University has long been a part of my life and I am particularly appreciative of the education I received there. I also am so pleased to continue to remain involved in the Manhattan University community.â€
Caccappolo received his bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from Manhattan University, a master of science degree in electrical engineering from New York University (NYU), and a master of science degree in operations research from Columbia University. He and his wife, Susan, reside in Manhattan and have two grown children.
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title: "Manhattan University Senior Jazi Riley Chosen for Prestigious NYC Urban Fellows Program"
url: "/news/archive/2025/04/jazi-riley-chosen-for-nyc-urban-fellows-program"
type: article
date: 2025-04-26
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Manhattan University Senior Jazi Riley Chosen for Prestigious NYC Urban Fellows Program
# Manhattan University Senior Jazi Riley Chosen for Prestigious NYC Urban Fellows Program
Senior Jazi Riley has been named a New York City Urban Fellow for 2025/2026.
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Manhattan University, the 172-year-old Lasallian Catholic institution, proudly announced that Jazi Riley has been named a New York City Urban Fellow for 2025/2026. The Lakeland, FL, native currently serves as the University’s Student Body President.
According to the Department of Citywide Administrative Services which oversees the program, the New York City Urban Fellows is “…a nationally recognized and highly competitive, nine-month fellowship program that explores current urban issues through unique learning seminars and first-hand exposure to public sector leaders. Urban Fellows are placed at an array of agencies across the City where they learn about public policy and work closely with leaders engaged in policy and operational work.â€
Riley’s policy statement focused on addressing the significant gaps in New York’s legislative framework in combating sex trafficking, prosecuting offenders, and strengthening prevention efforts involving minors.
Frederick Bonato, Ph.D., President of Manhattan University, stated, “Our entire community is so proud of Jazi. Becoming an Urban Fellow is a highly coveted opportunity, and Jazi’s leadership skills, coupled with her deep interest on the intersection of community involvement and policy, makes her a particularly appropriate awardee.â€
Added Riley, “So much of what I achieved thus far can be attributed to the inclusive campus that characterizes Manhattan University. As a first-generation college student, I learned early that resilience and ambition can transcend even the toughest circumstances. At Manhattan, everyone wants everyone to succeed!â€
Riley, a double major in political science and philosophy, is in her second year as Student Body President and was a Branigan Research Scholar (August, 2024 through January, 2025) where she investigated the interplay between industry and jazz music. She was a summer legal intern in the State Attorney’s Office, 10th Judicial Circuit in Bartow, FL from May through August, 2023, and currently is an intern in the Bronx Economic Development Corp. Riley will graduate Manhattan University with a Bachelor of Arts and Science this May and will begin her urban fellowship in September 2025.
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title: "Carmen Carrión Lucena Named Undergraduate Valedictorian at Manhattan University"
url: "/news/archive/2025/05/carmen-carrion-lucena-undergraduate-valedictorian"
type: article
date: 2025-05-06
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Carmen Carrión Lucena Named Undergraduate Valedictorian at Manhattan University
# Carmen Carrión Lucena Named Undergraduate Valedictorian at Manhattan University
Native of Seville, Spain Will Receive a Bachelor of Science in Finance and Will Speak on Behalf of the Graduating Seniors
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Manhattan University today announced that Carmen Carrión Lucena will be the University’s undergraduate valedictorian for the class of 2025. She will be the student speaker at the May 17 ceremony to be held on the University campus.
Born in Seville, Spain, Carrión Lucena left her home country in pursuit of an American education. She first attended Campbellsville University in Kentucky on a track scholarship then transferred to Manhattan University where, she said, “I was meant to be here at Manhattan where there is a positive connection among members of the entire community. One feels safe and secure and is always greeted by a fellow Jasper with a smile.â€
She will graduate with a Bachelor of Science degree as a Finance major with a 3.98 GPA and is a member of Beta Gamma Sigma International Business Honor Society, Epsilon Sigma Pi Honor Society, Financial Management Association Honor Society, and attained Dean’s List status for her entire time at Manhattan University. As a bi-lingual student, she served as a Teaching Assistant in the University’s Spanish Department where she designed educational tools and coordinated group projects to enhance student collaboration. She also volunteered at St. Teresa’s Church in Manhattan where she provided interpretive skills and administrative support. She credits the O’Malley School of Business (OMSB) at the University with learning through “real life†projects and her professors who convey their passion for teaching and sharing knowledge.
Carrión Lucena also served as the Chief Strategy Officer for the student Manhattan University Investment Fund where she directed strategic planning and internal communications to align team initiatives with fund goals. Additionally, she worked in the social media management area for OMSB where she designed strategic campaigns that enhanced brand visibility across platforms. Her research experience includes receipt of a grant from the OMSB as a Jasper Summer Scholar on the topic of Gender Differences in the Labor Market – Perception of Maternity/Paternity Leave and the Gender Pay Gap.
According to Kenneth Sumner, Ph.D., Provost and Executive Vice President, “Carmen is a true student of the world. Her love of New York City and Manhattan University; her ability to inculcate the core Lasallian values of faith, respect for all, and her concern for social justice in all she does; and her academic excellence will offer her many opportunities in any field she chooses to pursue.â€
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title: "Manhattan University Announces Engineering Scholarship Recipients from ACEC New York"
url: "/news/archive/2025/05/engineering-scholarship-recipients-acec-ny"
type: article
date: 2025-05-01
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Manhattan University Announces Engineering Scholarship Recipients from ACEC New York
# Manhattan University Announces Engineering Scholarship Recipients from ACEC New York
Several engineering students have received scholarships for 2025 from the American Council of Engineering Companies of New York (ACEC New York).
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Manhattan University, the 172-year-old Lasallian Catholic University, announced that a number of its engineering students have received scholarships for 2025 from the American Council of Engineering Companies of New York (ACEC New York).
Various levels of scholarships are awarded annually to students throughout the State of New York and, this year, Manhattan University was honored to receive ten of the scholarships – the most of any individual institution. The “Top Scholarship†which carries with it a stipend of $10,000 to each student, was awarded to two individuals, including Caroline Gilmore of Manhattan University.
Gilmore, a senior scheduled to graduate in December 2025, is a civil engineering major with a structural engineering concentration and a minor in mathematics. She has a 4.0 GPA and is a member of Tau Beta Pi, the engineering honor society, as well as Chi Epsilon, the civil engineering honor society. A native of West Harrison, NY, she currently has a structural engineering internship at Conlon Engineering in Norwalk, CT.
Said Frederick Bonato, Ph.D., Interim President of Manhattan University, “We are incredibly proud of each of our scholarship recipients. Manhattan’s School of Engineering has long enjoyed a highly regarded reputation for its rigorous academic requirements and the placement of our graduates in well-respected businesses or academic institutions for advanced degrees.â€
In addition to Ms. Gilmore, the Manhattan University recipients, their home towns, and majors include:
- Fares Al-lahabi – Civil Engineering - Bronx, NY
- Amer Baker – Civil Engineering - New York, NY
- Steven Castillo – Civil Engineering - Yonkers, NY
- Nathan Dass – Civil Engineering - Yonkers, NY
- Vanessa DiPilato – Mechanical Engineering - Staten Island, NY
- Sabrina Kievit – Civil Engineering - Pleasant Valley, NY
- Volovymyr Kurchak – Civil Engineering - Yonkers, NY
- Caitlin Martin – Civil Engineering - Brooklyn, NY
- Andrew Santiago – Civil Engineering - Yonkers, NY
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title: "Jackson C. Haft Named Graduate Valedictorian at Manhattan University"
url: "/news/archive/2025/05/jackson-haft-named-graduate-valedictorian"
type: article
date: 2025-05-07
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Jackson C. Haft Named Graduate Valedictorian at Manhattan University
# Jackson C. Haft Named Graduate Valedictorian at Manhattan University
A Masters in Electrical Engineering Recipient, Haft is also an Undergraduate Alum
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Manhattan University today announced that Jackson C. Haft will be the University’s Graduate School valedictorian for the class of 2025. He will be the student speaker at the May 16 ceremony to be held on the University campus.
Born in Huntington, NY and raised in Smithtown, NY, Haft has a legacy at the University – his grandfather was a Manhattan University (then Manhattan College) 1958 alum who also majored in electrical engineering. Haft knew early on that he wanted to follow in his grandfather’s footsteps and received his B.S. in Electrical Engineering with a minor in Management in 2024.
Upon completion of his undergraduate degree, Haft continued at Manhattan where he will be awarded an M.S. in Electrical Engineering, with a concentration in Artificial Intelligence. He serves as a Graduate Assistant in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department, mentoring freshmen, supporting labs, and assisting in departmental events. His Master’s thesis, “Sensitivity Enhancement of Coplanar Waveguide Antennas for Microwave Breast Cancer Detection†has shown promising results in early-stage cancer detection. Haft also has several publications underway, including “Development of a Modular Dielectric Breast Phantom for Microwave Imaging Applications†and “Thermal Characterization of Sustainable Clay-Dirt Composite Walls Using CPW Antenna Sensors for Heat Transfer Analysis.†He was inducted into Sigma Iota Epsilon for outstanding academic achievement and served as Vice President of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Eta Kappa Nu Honor Society in 2024.
In addition to his academic accomplishments, Haft is an Eagle Scout and has served as the Leader of Manhattan University’s Pole Vault squad for the past three years. Additionally, he served as a Resident Assistant for three years, and was an active member of the Delta Kappa Epsilon fraternity. Professionally, he completed multiple internships with the Antenna Group at BAE Systems, Inc. and participated in an eight-week National Science Foundation-funded international research program at the Universidad de Zaragoza in Spain.
Haft stated that Manhattan was “the perfect place†for him, crediting many of his professors who created an environment focused on academic vigor. Kenneth Sumner, Ph.D., Provost and Executive Vice President of Manhattan stated, “Jackson epitomizes the well-rounded student that our university fosters. He has developed an astonishing beginning of a research career coupled with an appreciation for athletics and volunteering – the spirit of a true Jasper!â€
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title: "Joseph V. Brennan ’25 Awarded Prestigious Joseph J. Gunn ’30 Alumni Medal from Manhattan University"
url: "/news/archive/2025/05/joseph-brennan-awarded-gunn-medal"
type: article
date: 2025-05-16
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Joseph V. Brennan ’25 Awarded Prestigious Joseph J. Gunn ’30 Alumni Medal from Manhattan University
# Joseph V. Brennan ’25 Awarded Prestigious Joseph J. Gunn ’30 Alumni Medal from Manhattan University
Student-Athlete Embodies the Lasallian Values that Are Central to the University’s Mission
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title: "Manhattan University Welcomes Pope Leo XIV as New Leader of Catholic Church"
url: "/news/archive/2025/05/manhattan-university-welcomes-new-pope"
type: article
date: 2025-05-08
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Manhattan University Welcomes Pope Leo XIV as New Leader of Catholic Church
# Manhattan University Welcomes Pope Leo XIV as New Leader of Catholic Church
The University joins the worldwide Catholic community in welcoming Pope Leo XIV, the first American pontiff in history.Â
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Manhattan University joins the worldwide Catholic community in welcoming Pope Leo XIV as the new leader of the Catholic Church. We celebrate with joy and give thanks for the successful conclusion of the papal conclave that has chosen a worthy successor to our beloved Pope Francis. Our first American pope whose religious life has transcended borders, Pope Leo is indeed an inspiring example of unstinting commitment to the poor and vulnerable across the globe.
As a Catholic university in the Lasallian tradition founded by the patron saint of teachers, Saint John Baptist de La Salle, Manhattan looks forward with grateful anticipation to Pope Leo’s prayerful leadership in challenging times. In concert with our fellow brothers and sisters in Christ, we shall continue to wholeheartedly pursue our mission of faith, service and social justice and in doing so, as Pope Leo emphasized in his first remarks to the world, “be a church that builds bridges.â€
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title: "Manhattan Announces Apparel & Equipment Partnership with Capelli Sport"
url: "/news/archive/2025/06/manhattan-university-announces-partnership-with-capelli-sport"
type: article
date: 2025-06-23
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Manhattan Announces Apparel & Equipment Partnership with Capelli Sport
# Manhattan Announces Apparel & Equipment Partnership with Capelli Sport
Manhattan’s 21 NCAA Division I Varsity Teams for Men and Women to be Outfitted in Customized Capelli Sport Team Uniforms and Apparel
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Manhattan University, an NCAA Division I member institution with 21 men's and women's sports teams, has announced a pioneering, long-term alliance with the U.S.-based sportswear brand, Capelli Sport. This groundbreaking partnership ushers in a new era for Manhattan University's athletic programs and signifies Capelli Sport's first step and expansion into collegiate athletics.
The joint announcement was made by [Irma Garcia](https://gojaspers.com/staff-directory/irma-garcia/1379), Director of Athletics, and George Altirs, President and CEO of Capelli Sport, which was founded in 2011 and has strong roots in international soccer.
The initial phase of the new partnership will provide all of Manhattan's student-athletes, coaches, and staff with customized, team and sport-specific, high-performance Capelli Sport uniforms and training gear.
In addition, both Manhattan and Capelli Sport have agreed to explore and collaborate on select co-branding initiatives, retail opportunities, and sponsorship ideas to expand the partnership across Manhattan Athletics and provide campus-wide options for all students and the Jasper alumni base.
> "This partnership is about more than uniforms. It's about progress," said Irma Garcia, Director of Athletics. "Capelli Sport understands the power of storytelling through sport, and together, we're redefining what it means to be a Jasper. From the Bronx to the national stage, our teams will be competing with pride, purpose, and a brand that represents our vision for the future."
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> "I am thrilled with this new, cutting-edge alliance between Manhattan and Capelli Sport, and know that this is just the first step of many between our two organizations that share a similar vision and passion for sports," said Frederick Bonato, President of Manhattan University.
Capelli Sport is a U.S.-based sportswear and footwear company founded in 2011 by entrepreneur George Altirs. Headquartered in New York City, it operates as a subsidiary of GMA Accessories Inc. Capelli Sport's Manhattan University alliance marks the company's first comprehensive, NCAA Division 1 partnership. Capelli was recently announced as the official apparel partner of USA Lacrosse and USA Field Hockey.
> "This partnership with Manhattan University marks a pivotal moment in Capelli Sport's journey to becoming a leader in multi-sport outfitting. Supporting all 21 Division I programs at one institution reflects our commitment to excellence across every sport. Manhattan University sets the standard for what a comprehensive partnership should look like, and together, we're laying the groundwork for the next chapter of growth in collegiate athletics," said Capelli Sport Founder & CEO, George Altirs.
This partnership promises to elevate Manhattan University's athletic programs and provide student-athletes with top-tier performance gear. Fans can look forward to an early preview of the new look and branding this summer,with official rollouts across social media and [GoJaspers.com](https://gojaspers.com) leading into the fall season.
**About Manhattan University**
Located in Riverdale, Bronx, New York, Manhattan University is a private, Catholic liberal arts institution offering more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs. As a proud NCAA Division I member of the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC), Manhattan Athletics has a long-standing tradition of academic and athletic excellence. Learn more at [gojaspers.com](https://gojaspers.com).
**About Capelli Sport**
Capelli Sport is a global sports brand based in New York City. The company is a leader in sports, lifestyle apparel and equipment. Capelli Sport enables athletes and teams to maximize their potential through a unique global sports ecosystem. Learn more at [capellisport.com](https://www.capellisport.com) and find Capelli Sport on Instagram ([@CapelliSport](https://www.instagram.com/CapelliSport/)).
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title: "Crochet Club and ASME Join in Operation Baby Shower"
url: "/news/archive/2025/06/operation-baby-shower"
type: article
date: 2025-06-18
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Crochet Club and ASME Join in Operation Baby Shower
# Crochet Club and ASME Join in Operation Baby Shower
Carol Ann O’Connor ’15 spearheads the effort to provide heartwarming gifts for expecting military families.
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Early this spring, a Facebook post caught the attention of Carol Ann O’Connor ’15. The post requested donations for a Westchester County, New York, event called Operation Baby Shower, which supports expectant active-duty military families by providing essential baby items to ease the unique challenges of deployment.
O’Connor, who is office manager for the Kakos School of Arts and Sciences, knew that Manhattan University’s Lasallian Day of Service was approaching — and that the University has a Crochet Club. She put two and two together and asked if club members would support Operation Baby Shower. They gladly assented.
> “When I was having my own kids, I always loved the sweaters and blankets that were handmade for me and my children,†O’Connor says. “My son Maurice is a U.S. Marine Veteran, and when when his active service was ending, he and his wife were about to have their first child, so I knew how much it would be appreciated.â€
In addition to the Crochet Club, the Manhattan chapter of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) also joined the effort. Over the course of several weeks, the Crochet Club crafted baby hats, booties and blankets, while ASME members made soft fleece-tie blankets. The items were collected and displayed in Smith Auditorium on the Lasallian Day of Service, held April 10.
Two weeks later, O’Connor delivered a large box of gifts to the baby shower, which was hosted at Westchester Community College by the Valhalla American Legion Auxiliary. She had the opportunity to meet with representatives from the Auxiliary and the New York State Department of Veterans’ Services, all of whom expressed their appreciation for Manhattan University’s participation. Donation recipients were the Missouri-based nonprofit organization Operation Shower; the New Parent Support Program at Fort Drum, New York; the Attic, a nonprofit at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst in New Jersey; and the NYS Department of Veterans’ Services.
> “There was so much excitement around the event, and people were coming in with wagons full of stuff,†O’Connor recalls. “It was wonderful to be a part of.â€
She credits Michele Saracino, Ph.D., executive director of the James Patterson Honors Program and former associate dean of the Kakos School of Arts & Sciences, for supporting the effort and encouraging her initiative as part of the University’s commitment to community service. Saracino, in turn, has only praise for O’Connor’s role.
> “Carol Ann was instrumental in making the Lasallian Day of Service a success,†she notes. “Through her contacts and efforts, we were able to live out Manhattan’s commitment to social justice and support our veteran communities and their families.â€
Operation Baby Shower is now in its seventh year. For O’Connor, it was a fulfilling project on a number of levels.
> “I didn’t even know baby showers like this existed,†she says. “But when I found out what it was about, I knew it was something we could do. And we’ll do it again next year.â€
By Cecilia Donohoe • Jun 18, 2025
[Lasallian & Catholic Mission](/news?category=236)
[Jasper Stories](/news?category=235)
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title: "Manhattan University Student Receives Prestigious Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship"
url: "/news/archive/2025/06/student-receives-prestigious-gilman-scholarship"
type: article
date: 2025-06-05
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Manhattan University Student Receives Prestigious Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship
# Manhattan University Student Receives Prestigious Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship
Scholarship Enables Pell Grant Recipients to Study Around the Globe
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Manhattan University proudly announced that Daniela Ramirez was awarded the prestigious U.S. Department of State’s Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship through the Institute of International Education at the State Department. According to the State Department’s website, the Gilman Scholarship “…supports students of limited financial means to study or intern abroad, providing them with skills critical to our national security and economic prosperity.†Applicants must be receiving a Federal Pell Grant during the time of their applications.
Ramirez, an East Meadow, NY native, recently completed her junior year at Manhattan University where she is a psychology major with double minors in criminology and general business. She has served as an Admissions Ambassador for the University for three years, volunteered with the New York City Department of Correction, and mentored and tutored low-income Bronx youths through the New York City Police Department Options program. Her Gilman Scholarship will take her to Amsterdam, the Netherlands, later this month to participate in a two-week immersive study of comparative criminology between the U.S. and the Netherlands. She plans to continue her studies in criminology upon her graduation from Manhattan University in May, 2026
Frederick Bonato, Ph.D. Interim President of Manhattan University stated, “This is a wonderful opportunity for Daniela. The Gilman Scholarships are well-known for the broadening experience they offer students, and I know that Daniela will take full advantage of studying abroad and all that it offers.â€
According to Ramirez, she will develop a digital photo essay and short video clips to showcase daily life in Amsterdam, including site visits to The Hague and interactions with local residents. As a first-generation university student, she is eager to share what she learns with her fellow-students at Manhattan University, many of whom are also first-generation students coming from diverse cultural heritages.
The mission of the Gilman Program includes:
- Developing a generation of future American leaders with the career skills and international networks to advance U.S. national security and economic prosperity;
- Supporting young Americans to gain the professional skills, language abilities, and knowledge of the world needed for successful careers; and
- Expanding the destinations where U.S. students study and intern abroad to build relationships, foster mutual understanding, and represent American culture and values critical to national security.
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title: "Walter J. Saukin, Ph.D. Affiliated into the Brothers of the Christian Schools"
url: "/news/archive/2025/06/walter-saukin-affiliated-into-brothers-christian-schools"
type: article
date: 2025-06-04
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Walter J. Saukin, Ph.D. Affiliated into the Brothers of the Christian Schools
# Walter J. Saukin, Ph.D. Affiliated into the Brothers of the Christian Schools
Highest Honor of the Christian Brothers Bestowed to Long-Serving Engineering Professor at Manhattan University
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Manhattan University proudly announces that Walter J. Saukin, Ph.D., a faculty member in its School of Engineering for over 40 years, will be named an Affiliate Member of the Institute of the Brothers of the Christian Schools, the highest honor bestowed by the Brothers. Manhattan University was founded in 1853 by the Christian Brothers, bearers of an educational tradition that began in 17th century France with Saint John Baptist de La Salle, the Patron Saint of Teachers. The honor of Affiliation recognizes those who have been associated with the fraternal character and the educational apostolate of the Brothers to a most high degree.
Dr. Saukin, along with his decades of teaching engineering students at Manhattan University, maintains a particular commitment and belief in the Lasallian mission and spirituality that has animated all that he has done on behalf of the University and others. This focus is at the core of Dr. Saukin’s being and extends far beyond the classroom.
Dr. Saukin’s accomplishments within the engineering community are legendary – from serving as the Executive Secretary of the New York Water Environment Association and being elected to its Hall of Fame, to serving on the Academic Advisory Board of the Bronx Engineering and Technical Academy (BETA), and to serving on the Advisory Board of the Yonkers School System. He also is the recipient of the Chair’s Award from the American Council of Engineering Companies of New York (ACEC-NY) which recognized Dr. Saukin for “…his commitment to introducing young learners to the science of engineering through his never-ending energy and diligent work in the engineering industry.†In addition, his focus on the creation of high school outreach programs for recruiting and developing students’ passions for engineering over the past four decades epitomize his ability to reach out to young people and instill in them a love of learning.
Said Frederick Bonato, Ph.D., Interim President of Manhattan University, “This is an incredibly high honor from the Brothers worldwide, and Walter is a particularly deserving recipient. He is the true embodiment of the Lasallian spirit on which our University was founded over 170 years ago: Faith in the presence of God, respect for all people, an inclusive community, concern for the poor and social justice, and a quality education. Walter’s commitment to his students of all ages, his humor, his love of Manhattan University and athletics, and his passion for learning are infectious. We are so fortunate to have him as a beloved member of our faculty.â€
The Affiliation ceremony will take place on Saturday, June 7 at a 4:00pm Mass at the Christian Brothers Center in the Bronx. Henceforth, Dr. Saukin will be Dr. Walter Saukin, AFSC.
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title: "Manhattan University Welcomes New Dean for School of Engineering"
url: "/news/archive/2025/07/announcement-new-engineering-dean"
type: article
date: 2025-07-29
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Manhattan University Welcomes New Dean for School of Engineering
# Manhattan University Welcomes New Dean for School of Engineering
Manhattan University Proudly Welcomes Its First Woman Dean of the School of Engineering, Kathryn W. Jablowkow, Ph.D.
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Manhattan University today announced that Kathryn W. Jablokow, Ph.D., will be the new Dean of its School of Engineering. The first woman to hold this position at Manhattan, Dr. Jablokow will assume her leadership role on August 1, 2025.
"I truly am honored to be joining Manhattan University,†said Jablokow. “With its highly-regarded School of Engineering, I am eager to work with the entire faculty and staff to advance cutting-edge academic programs for our students, lead high-impact research initiatives, and drive institutional transformation - creating meaningful and lasting impact along the way.â€
Jablokow comes to the University after five years at the National Science Foundation (NSF) based in Alexandria, VA, where she rose to be the Deputy Division Director of the Research, Innovation, Synergies, and Education (RISE) Division in the Geosciences Directorate (GEO). She managed a $130M Division budget across five technical incubators to launch new programs that supported NSF’s priorities in Advancing Emerging Industries, Translating Knowledge into Solutions, and Building a Resilient Planet. She also co-authored NSF’s Artificial Intelligence (AI) Roadmap as the GEO representative on its AI Steering Committee. This experience will play an important role as Manhattan University partners with IBM through its SkillsBuild program designed to enhance students’ skills in AI, cybersecurity, and other emerging technologies. Jablokow served as a Program Director in the Civil, Mechanical, and Manufacturing Innovation (CMMI) Division in the Engineering Directorate (ENG) at NSF, where she enhanced and revitalized the Engineering Design and Systems Engineering program and co-led the Engineering Research Initiation solicitation, which supports research activities at institutions like Manhattan University.
Jablokow’s academic experience is extensive. At Penn State University, she was an Associate Chief Academic Officer and a full professor; she remains Professor Emerita at the school. She coordinated faculty across four campuses to deliver a new online Masters of Business Administration graduate program; secured funding for a regional entrepreneurship and innovation hub; led two successful rounds of ABET accreditation; and conducted and published research in design cognition, artificial intelligence and design, and high-performance engineering teams. Additionally, she led the creation and implementation of a new regional, multi-campus four-year College of Engineering degree focused on Multidisciplinary Engineering Design.
She continues to serve on the Board of Governors of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) based in New York City. Her accomplishments there include facilitating the creation of the Committee on Sustainability, implementing strategies to update the relevance and value proposition of ASME, and serving as a member of the inaugural team that established the ASME Women’s Leadership Collective.
Frederick Bonato, Ph.D., President of Manhattan University, stated, “We are thrilled to have Kathryn joining us as Dean of our School of Engineering. With a legacy of alums who “built New York City,†she will add multi-dimensional leadership skills in AI, engineering design, and research management. Equally important, Kathryn will be a leading voice in developing industry partnerships and working with the deans of our Kakos School of Arts and Sciences and our O’Malley School of Business to develop problem solving leaders.â€
Jablokow holds an Executive Certificate in Public Leadership from Harvard University’s Kennedy School of Government, and a B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from The Ohio State University. She has received over $7.7M in externally-funded research projects, published extensively, and received numerous honors and awards. She is a Fellow of ASME (in addition to serving on its Board of Governors) and a Senior Member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE). She was a Visiting Faculty Scholar at Stanford University, a Visiting Research Faculty member at Sandia National Labs (Robotics and Automation), and an NSF/NATO Postdoctoral Fellow at the Institut für Bildsame Formgebung (Institute for Metal Forming) in Aachen, Germany.
The Manhattan School of Engineering offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in chemical, civil, computer, electrical, and mechanical engineering. Master’s programs are also offered in specialized areas such as construction management, as well as an advanced certificate in green power and sustainable energy. The undergraduate engineering programs are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, the globally-recognized standard in engineering accreditation.
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**About Manhattan University** Founded in 1853, Manhattan University is an independent Lasallian Catholic institution located in Riverdale, NY that embraces students of all faiths, cultures, and traditions. The mission of the University is to provide a dynamic student-centered educational experience that prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings. Manhattan University offers programs that integrate a broad liberal arts education coupled with a concentration in specific disciplines in the arts and sciences with professional preparation in business and engineering, ensuring graduates will excel in their chosen fields. The University consists of the Kakos School of Arts & Sciences, the O’Malley School of Business, and the School of Engineering. For further information, please visit [www.manhattan.edu](http://www.manhattan.edu).
By MC Staff • Jul 29, 2025
[Academics](/news?category=232)
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title: "Manhattan University Board of Trustees announces Frederick Bonato, Ph.D. as President of the University"
url: "/news/archive/2025/07/announcement-president-frederick-bonato"
type: article
date: 2025-07-16
updated: 2026-05-03
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# Manhattan University Board of Trustees announces Frederick Bonato, Ph.D. as President of the University
# Manhattan University Board of Trustees announces Frederick Bonato, Ph.D. as President of the University
The Manhattan University Board of Trustees has named Dr. Frederick Bonato as 22nd President.
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/**/ /**/ The Manhattan University Board of Trustees, under the leadership of Stephen Squeri, 81, ’86 (MBA), Chairman, proudly announces the naming of Frederick Bonato, Ph.D. as President of the 172-year-old Lasallian Catholic institution. Dr. Bonato had been the Interim President since October 15, 2024.
*Frederick Bonato, Ph.D.
President of Manhattan University*
> “On behalf of the entire Board of Trustees, I am thrilled to name Fred as the 22nd President of Manhattan University,†said Mr. Squeri. “Fred has a tremendous record of driving growth and has an incredible wealth of experience at institutions of higher learning. For the past ten months as our Interim President, he has demonstrated the leadership and personal skills needed to continue building a cohesive campus community and driving positive change with humility and grace. He has established new programs and partnerships while always keeping our Manhattan students at the center of all that he does. Additionally, as a former faculty member and Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs, Fred appreciates and respects the dedicated faculty that is a hallmark of Manhattan University.â€
Dr. Bonato commented, “Manhattan University stands on a remarkably strong foundation built on the Lasallian values of respect, inclusion, and social justice. As president, it is my privilege to lead the University during a time of tremendous opportunity – to build on our academic rigor and Lasallian mission, maximize student experience, and ensure that our graduates secure a meaningful career that benefits both themselves and society.â€
Dr. Bonato has been in the education field for 30 years as a professor and administrator. He spent 17 years as a psychology professor at Saint Peter’s University (NJ) where he chaired the department and, as the President of the Faculty Senate, established a reputation for brokering collaborative relations between faculty and administration. At Saint Peter’s, he also served as the University’s Director of Faculty Research and Sponsored Programs where he facilitated the grant process and finished his tenure there as Executive Vice President & Provost. In his time at Saint Peter’s, graduate student enrollment nearly doubled, overall enrollment was the highest it had been in 25 years, and the university saw its highest graduation rates. During his nine months as Interim President at Manhattan, Dr. Bonato cultivated a visible, consistent, and approachable presence on campus and fostered new instructional ideas with market relevant programs that are responsive to the rapidly changing economic and demographic environment.
He served as Associate Provost for Academic Affairs at Montclair State University from 2013 to 2017 and played a central role in health-related initiatives, including launching the School of Nursing and the Center for Clinical Services. He served as President of the Eastern Psychological Association (2017), and was recently elected Vice President for Education & Research for the Aerospace Medical Association where he served for 14 years as the Editor-in-Chief of its peer-reviewed journal, *Aerospace Medicine and Human Performance.* He also was elected to the International Academy of Aviation and Space Medicine in 2015 and has published widely on the topics of motion sickness, space motion sickness, and safety protocols for commercial spaceflights.
Dr. Bonato holds a B.A, M.A., and PhD. From Rutgers University.
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**About Manhattan University** Founded in 1853, Manhattan University is an independent Lasallian Catholic institution located in Riverdale, NY that embraces students of all faiths, cultures, and traditions. The mission of the University is to provide a dynamic student-centered educational experience that prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings. Manhattan University offers programs that integrate a broad liberal arts education coupled with a concentration in specific disciplines in the arts and sciences with professional preparation in business and engineering, ensuring graduates will excel in their chosen fields. The University consists of the Kakos School of Arts & Sciences, the O’Malley School of Business, and the School of Engineering. For further information, please visit [www.manhattan.edu](http://www.manhattan.edu).
By MC Staff • Jul 16, 2025
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title: "Manhattan University Student Receives NPRDP Scholarship"
url: "/news/archive/2025/07/student-receives-NPRDP-scholarship-for-second-time"
type: article
date: 2025-07-18
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Manhattan University Student Receives NPRDP Scholarship
# Manhattan University Student Receives NPRDP Scholarship
Manhattan University Student Receives National Puerto Rican Day Parade, Inc. Scholarship for Second Time
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Manhattan University announced that Nelson Paredes who will be entering his sophomore year in September at the University, has been awarded a $2000 scholarship by the National Puerto Rican Day Parade, Inc. (NPRDP). According to the NPRDP website, the parade itself is the largest demonstration of cultural pride in the U.S. Now in its 68th year, the parade honors the 3.2 million inhabitants of Puerto Rico and the 5.8 million Puerto Ricans residing in the U.S.
The program and events focus on promoting education, culture, and the arts, and is committed to advancing the pursuit of higher education by awarding scholarships to students of Puerto Rican descent.
Based on an application process that included two essay questions, an interview, and a student’s overall GPA, the selection of the recipients for this year’s scholarships was a highly selective process with over 400 applications for 100 scholarships. Paredes, whose heritage is half Puerto Rican and half Italian, is a student in Manhattan’s KAKOS School of Arts and Sciences where he is a physics major with the hopes of attending graduate school to focus on astrophysics. This summer, he will be participating in a Research Scholars Program at Manhattan focusing on the impact of density dependence of the nuclear symmetry energy on properties of neutron stars.
Paredes stated that being Puerto Rican allowed him to understand how various cultures share similarities, to delve more deeply in the Latine and Hispanic culture, and to connect with others in the Puerto Rican community. This is the second scholarship that Paredes received from NPRDP, having received his first scholarship upon his high school graduation from Repertory Company High School for Theatre Arts in the Times Square area of New York City. In addition to his current studies at Manhattan University, Paredes volunteers as a lector at his church and participates in various community service organizations.
According to Julie Anna Alvarez Rivera, the Director of the Center for Career Development at Manhattan University, “Nelson embodies the combination of attributes that makes him an ideal recipient of the NPRDP scholarship: he his highly intelligent, focused on learning, a young man who gives back to his community, and a source of pride for those of Puerto Rican heritage.â€
By MC Staff • Jul 18, 2025
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title: "Manhattan University Appoints Andy Burns as Assistant Provost for Student Success"
url: "/news/archive/2025/08/announcement-new-assistant-provost"
type: article
date: 2025-08-25
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Manhattan University Appoints Andy Burns as Assistant Provost for Student Success
# Manhattan University Appoints Andy Burns as Assistant Provost for Student Success
Manhattan University is pleased to announce the appointment of Andy Burns as Assistant Provost for Student Success.
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/**/ /**/ Manhattan University is pleased to announce the appointment of Andy Burns as Assistant Provost for Student Success. In this new role, Burns will continue to oversee the Center for Advising and Student Success while assuming broader responsibilities in collaboration with deans, department chairs, faculty, and administrative units to advance the University’s strategic initiatives in student success.
Burns joined Manhattan University in 2015 as Associate Director of the Collegiate Science and Technology Entry Program (CSTEP), where he quickly distinguished himself through collaboration with programs such as the Higher Education Opportunity Program (HEOP). Under his leadership, the Opportunity Programs umbrella expanded with a successful CSTEP proposal to serve more students and the addition of Success @ Manhattan (S@M) in 2020.
A committed advocate for access and equity, Burns was a member of the committee that secured Manhattan University’s designation as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and later contributed to the successful Title V HSI grant application in 2023. As Program Manager for that grant, he led the creation of the Center for Advising and Academic Success, establishing a holistic model for academic support services on campus.
In this capacity, Burns has worked closely with colleagues across the institution to modernize and streamline student support processes. His efforts include transitioning the registration process online, implementing an online transfer equivalency platform, and developing advising resources and professional development opportunities for faculty. He has also played a central role in shaping the First-Year Experience program, which will relaunch this year.
Beyond his administrative leadership, Burns is a Principal Investigator on multiple grants. He earned both his master’s degree in Financial Management and his undergraduate degree in Sports Management from the University of Wales Institute, Cardiff (now Cardiff Metropolitan University). He is currently pursuing his Ed.D. at Touro University, where his research focuses on the barriers and needs of students transitioning into higher education.
> "Andy's work ethic and dedication to the manifold needs of our students will continue to elevate the student experience and strengthen our community in meaningful and lasting ways," says Bridget Chalk, Interim Provost for Academic Affairs.
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**About Manhattan University** Founded in 1853, Manhattan University is an independent Lasallian Catholic institution located in Riverdale, NY that embraces students of all faiths, cultures, and traditions. The mission of the University is to provide a dynamic student-centered educational experience that prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings. Manhattan University offers programs that integrate a broad liberal arts education coupled with a concentration in specific disciplines in the arts and sciences with professional preparation in business and engineering, ensuring graduates will excel in their chosen fields. The University consists of the Kakos School of Arts & Sciences, the O’Malley School of Business, and the School of Engineering. For further information, please visit [www.manhattan.edu](http://www.manhattan.edu).
By MC Staff • Aug 25, 2025
[Academics](/news?category=232)
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title: "Manhattan University professor, Parisa Saboori, Ph.D., elected to ASME’s highest governing body"
url: "/news/archive/2025/08/parisaa-saboori-elected-asme-governing-body"
type: article
date: 2025-08-14
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Manhattan University professor, Parisa Saboori, Ph.D., elected to ASME’s highest governing body
# Manhattan University professor, Parisa Saboori, Ph.D., elected to ASME’s highest governing body
Dr. Saboori will serve a three-year term on the Board of Governors, shaping the society’s global vision and strategy.
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Manhattan University is pleased to announce that [Parisa Saboori](//Campus%20Directory/parisa-saboori), Ph.D., Chair and Professor of Mechanical Engineering, has been elected to the prestigious Board of Governors of the [American Society of Mechanical Engineers](https://www.asme.org/) (ASME). She will serve a three-year term on the Board of Governors, shaping the society’s global vision and strategy. According to the Society’s website, qualifications for the coveted position include business acumen and sound judgment; strong interpersonal and communication skills; integrity, honesty, and adherence to high ethical standards; and understanding of a Governor’s fiduciary duties. Candidates for the position undergo multiple interviews and are chosen from the overall membership, with four Governors selected each year.
According to Dr. Saboori, as a member of the Board of Governors, she seeks to “…contribute to the advancement of engineering education, research, and professional development on a broad scale.†She believes that the world needs more leaders who not only understand the technical aspects of engineering but also demonstrate advanced leadership skills—shaped by their commitments to service, advocacy for diversity and inclusion, and a passion for engineering education.
Tom Costabile, P.E., Executive Director/CEO of ASME stated, “I am thrilled to welcome Dr. Parisa Saboori to the ASME Board of Governors. As a respected department chair at Manhattan University, she brings a deep passion for engineering education and a proven commitment to advancing the profession. Her leadership, academic insight, and dedication to mentoring the next generation of engineers will be an invaluable asset to ASME as we continue to drive innovation and impact across the global engineering community.â€
Saboori has been active in ASME since 2009, when she served as a volunteer. Prior experience in the Society includes Treasurer of the Bioengineering Division, Member of the Committee on Organization and Rules, and a member of the Congress Steering Committee for International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition (IMECE). Holding the distinguished rank of ASME Fellow, she received the ASME Dedicated Service Award in 2024 and the Outstanding Student Advisor Award in 2023.
In addition to her participation in ASME activities, Dr. Saboori’s research focuses on biomechanics and engineering education with a particular interest in the advancement of under-represented groups in STEM. She has done in-depth research in the histology and modeling of subarachnoid space leading to Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI) along with cerebral blood vessel rupture during head impacts. She also conducts research on the biomechanics of shaken baby syndrome, contributing to the broader understanding of brain injury mechanisms.
Saboori holds a Ph.D. and M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from The City University of New York and worked in the oil and gas industry prior to pursuing her graduate degrees.
Manhattan University is proud to have two members of its community—Dr. Parisa Saboori and Dr. Kathryn Jablokow, Dean of the School of Engineering—serving on this prestigious Board. Their appointments highlight the strength and dedication of Manhattan University’s women engineers in advancing professional societies and championing excellence and leadership in engineering.
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**About Manhattan University** Founded in 1853, Manhattan University is an independent Lasallian Catholic institution located in Riverdale, NY that embraces students of all faiths, cultures, and traditions. The mission of the University is to provide a dynamic student-centered educational experience that prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings. Manhattan University offers programs that integrate a broad liberal arts education coupled with a concentration in specific disciplines in the arts and sciences with professional preparation in business and engineering, ensuring graduates will excel in their chosen fields. The University consists of the Kakos School of Arts & Sciences, the O’Malley School of Business, and the School of Engineering. For further information, please visit [www.manhattan.edu](http://www.manhattan.edu).
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title: "Manhattan University Presents The Sixth Borough Film Festival"
url: "/news/archive/2025/08/the-sixth-borough-film-festival"
type: article
date: 2025-08-21
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Manhattan University Presents The Sixth Borough Film Festival
# Manhattan University Presents The Sixth Borough Film Festival
Manhattan University is proud to announce the inaugural Sixth Borough Film Festival, a dynamic new celebration of film and storytelling, scheduled to take place April 10–12, 2026.
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Manhattan University is proud to announce the inaugural **Sixth Borough Film Festival**, a dynamic new celebration of film and storytelling, scheduled to take place April 10–12, 2026.
Located just a short subway ride from Midtown Manhattan, the University’s scenic campus will host this three-day festival, showcasing a wide range of **shorts, features, fiction, and documentaries**. Films will compete for recognition across a diverse range of categories, including Best Student Film, Best Narrative Short Film, Best Narrative Feature, Best Documentary Short, and Best Documentary Feature. The festival will also highlight **special categories, including “Bronx Tales†(films about or inspired by the Bronx), horror, and music videos**, offering a unique platform for both established and emerging voices in film. **Entry is free for students**, reflecting the festival’s commitment to nurturing the next generation of filmmakers.
> “New York City has always been a global capital of storytelling and we are excited to create a festival that honors that legacy while amplifying new voices,†said Michael Grabowski, Ph.D. Professor of Communication at Manhattan University. “The Sixth Borough Film Festival will celebrate the magic of film and the vibrant culture of the Bronx, making it a must-attend event for filmmakers and fans alike.â€
According to Robert Cole, Executive Director of Marketing at the University, "the Film Festival is sponsored by the Kakos School of Arts and Sciences and seeks to highlight the multi-dimensional offerings of Manhattan University coupled with a welcoming spirit to filmmakers throughout the world.â€
Submissions will be accepted exclusively through **FilmFreeway** at [filmfreeway.com/SixthBoroughFilmFestival](https://filmfreeway.com/SixthBoroughFilmFestival). Entrants must be 18 years or older and have full rights to all materials in their film. By submitting their entries, filmmakers agree to have their film screened at the festival and promoted as part of the event.
For additional information or questions, please email .
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**About Manhattan University** *Founded in 1853, Manhattan University is an independent Lasallian Catholic institution located in Riverdale, NY that embraces students of all faiths, cultures, and traditions. The mission of the University is to provide a dynamic student-centered educational experience that prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings. Manhattan University offers programs that integrate a broad liberal arts education coupled with a concentration in specific disciplines in the arts and sciences with professional preparation in business and engineering, ensuring graduates will excel in their chosen fields. The University consists of the Kakos School of Arts & Sciences, the O’Malley School of Business, and the School of Engineering. For further information, please visit [www.manhattan.edu](http://www.manhattan.edu).*
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title: "Manhattan University Appoints Dr. Bruce Liby as Associate Provost for Faculty Affairs"
url: "/news/archive/2025/09/announcement-new-associate-provost"
type: article
date: 2025-09-03
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Manhattan University Appoints Dr. Bruce Liby as Associate Provost for Faculty Affairs
# Manhattan University Appoints Dr. Bruce Liby as Associate Provost for Faculty Affairs
Dr. Bruce Liby has been named as the new Associate Provost for Faculty Affairs
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/**/ /**/ Manhattan University announces the appointment of Dr. Bruce Liby as the new Associate Provost for Faculty Affairs. In this role, Dr. Liby will collaborate closely with deans, department chairs, faculty, and administrative units to advance the University's strategic priorities related to faculty and academic affairs. His leadership will guide essential areas including Study Abroad, Faculty Development, Assessment, graduate and fellowship advisement, and curricular development.
Dr. Liby brings more than 25 years of distinguished service to Manhattan University, having joined the institution in 1995 after an impactful career as a Research Scientist for the US Air Force. As a recognized expert in nonlinear optics, interferometry, perceptual physics, and physics education, Dr. Liby has worked alongside a diverse group of students and colleagues across multiple disciplines throughout his tenure.
> “Bruce Liby’s appointment as Associate Provost for Faculty Affairs is an exciting development for Manhattan University," said Interim Provost, Bridget Chalk. "His extensive leadership experience and deep commitment to faculty and student success will be instrumental in shaping the future of our academic community.
Dr. Liby has a rich history of campus leadership, having served in several key roles, including nine years as the Chair of the Department of Physics, three years as Chair of the Council of Faculty Affairs (CFA), and Co-Chair of the recent Middle States Re-accreditation Self-Study. He has also contributed to a variety of university committees, including the Promotion and Tenure (P&T) and Faculty Welfare Committees.
Additionally, Dr. Liby has been the Pre-Health Professions Advisor for the past 15 years, successfully guiding numerous students through the transition from undergraduate studies to medical, dental, and other health science graduate programs.
Outside of his academic responsibilities, Dr. Liby is actively involved in community theater and improv comedy, demonstrating his commitment to creativity and community engagement.
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**About Manhattan University** Founded in 1853, Manhattan University is an independent Lasallian Catholic institution located in Riverdale, NY that embraces students of all faiths, cultures, and traditions. The mission of the University is to provide a dynamic student-centered educational experience that prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings. Manhattan University offers programs that integrate a broad liberal arts education coupled with a concentration in specific disciplines in the arts and sciences with professional preparation in business and engineering, ensuring graduates will excel in their chosen fields. The University consists of the Kakos School of Arts & Sciences, the O’Malley School of Business, and the School of Engineering. For further information, please visit [www.manhattan.edu](http://www.manhattan.edu).
By MC Staff • Sep 03, 2025
[Academics](/news?category=232)
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title: "Manhattan University Names Associate Dean for the O’Malley School of Business"
url: "/news/archive/2025/09/announcement-new-omsb-associate-dean"
type: article
date: 2025-09-02
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Manhattan University Names Associate Dean for the O’Malley School of Business
# Manhattan University Names Associate Dean for the O’Malley School of Business
Grishma Shah, Ph.D., a Long-Time Faculty Member Ascends to Leadership Position
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/**/ /**/ Manhattan University announced the appointment of Grishma Shah, Ph.D., Professor and Director of Global Business Studies, as the new Associate Dean of the O’Malley School of Business. Dr. Shah joined Manhattan University in 2008 after earning her Ph.D. in Global Affairs and International Business from Rutgers University. A respected scholar and global business expert, she brings nearly two decades of academic and international experience to this leadership role. Her research on globalization, gender equity, and cultural change has been featured in leading outlets, including the Harvard Business Review, and she is a frequent presenter at international conferences.
Since 2019, Dr. Shah has served as Director of Global Business Studies at Manhattan, where she has led immersive programs in India, the United Arab Emirates, Greece, Malaysia, and Singapore. Through these initiatives, students have engaged in real-world consulting projects with global companies and nonprofits, applying their learning to challenges such as sustainable product design and social enterprise marketing. These experiences reflect her commitment to experiential learning and align closely with Manhattan University’s Lasallian values.
> “Dr. Shah brings extensive leadership experience in global business studies and a strong commitment to volunteerism. Her scholarly contributions and insights into gender identity and migration have thoroughly prepared her for this important role,†said O’Malley School of Business Dean Hany Guirguis.
Beyond academia, Dr. Shah is a lifelong volunteer with Operation Smile, having participated in service missions to Honduras, the Philippines, Russia, India, Kenya, South Africa, and Ecuador. She is also a published novelist; her debut novel, Anagram Destiny, explores themes of identity, migration, and globalization, drawing inspiration from both her academic scholarship and her upbringing as the daughter of Indian immigrants.
> “My global experiences profoundly shape my approach to teaching and leadership—grounding my work in empathy, cross-cultural connection, and a classroom that reflects the real-world complexity of business and humanity,†said Dr. Shah. “As Associate Dean, I look forward to working with Dean Guirguis, our faculty, and students to expand cross-border partnerships, create immersive learning opportunities, and position the O’Malley School of Business as a hub for globally minded, socially conscious business education in a rapidly evolving environment.â€
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**About Manhattan University** Founded in 1853, Manhattan University is an independent Lasallian Catholic institution located in Riverdale, NY that embraces students of all faiths, cultures, and traditions. The mission of the University is to provide a dynamic student-centered educational experience that prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings. Manhattan University offers programs that integrate a broad liberal arts education coupled with a concentration in specific disciplines in the arts and sciences with professional preparation in business and engineering, ensuring graduates will excel in their chosen fields. The University consists of the Kakos School of Arts & Sciences, the O’Malley School of Business, and the School of Engineering. For further information, please visit [www.manhattan.edu](http://www.manhattan.edu).
By MC Staff • Sep 02, 2025
[Academics](/news?category=232)
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title: "Manhattan University Unveils Major New Initiatives to Deliver High Value, High Impact Student Outcomes"
url: "/news/archive/2025/09/manhattan-university-unveils-major-new-initiatives"
type: article
date: 2025-09-23
updated: 2026-04-09
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# Manhattan University Unveils Major New Initiatives to Deliver High Value, High Impact Student Outcomes
# Manhattan University Unveils Major New Initiatives to Deliver High Value, High Impact Student Outcomes
Manhattan University announces two new initiatives that build on its nationally recognized ability to develop well-rounded, career-ready graduates though an affordable high-quality education.
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Manhattan University, ranked the 52nd Best College in the U.S. by the *Wall Street Journal*, today announced two new initiatives that build on its nationally recognized ability to develop well-rounded, career-ready graduates though an affordable high-quality education. The ARCH Innovation Exchange will introduce a unique interdisciplinary approach to help students lead in the workplaces of tomorrow, while the Jasper Guarantee provides financial predictability by setting a fixed four-year tuition for all incoming freshmen and transfer students.
## ***ARCH Innovation Exchange***
The ARCH Innovation Exchange brings together foundational elements from the University’s School of Engineering, O’Malley School of Business, and Kakos School of Arts & Sciences to ensure that students have a diverse skillset to thrive in any career they choose. ARCH fosters problem-solving, leadership, and innovation through a dynamic ecosystem of design-based learning, entrepreneurship, and cross-sector partnerships. As industries evolve, ARCH ensures Manhattan students are not only career-ready but future-ready and socially aware, prepared to lead with integrity and serve with purpose. Highlights include:
- **Engineering for All:** Providing foundational engineering and technology literacy to all students, while revitalizing the renowned School of Engineering with a multi-year upgrade.
- **IBM SkillsBuild:** Offering industry-recognized credentials from IBM in AI, cybersecurity, and data analytics, with micro-internship opportunities and a required “Fundamentals of AI†course for all first-year students.
- **Industry Innovation Labs:** Connecting students with real-world challenges through partnerships with leading corporations, healthcare systems, and civic organizations.
- **Entrepreneurship & Venture Launchpad:** Supporting student startups with mentorship, funding, and resources.
- **Experts-in-Residence:** Bringing outside experts from academia, business, and the arts to unlock real-world applications and innovations for students.
The University is also developing new academic programs at undergraduate and graduate levels in areas such as data science, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, engineering management, design, and analytics.
> “For over 170 years, Manhattan University has prepared generations of leaders who can drive meaningful change wherever their careers take them or whatever challenges they face. As industries and occupations transform alongside society, we have taken this bold step to combine the best of what our university has to offer under the ARCH Innovation Exchange so that each Jasper, regardless of his or her major, has the tools to embrace any future opportunity,†said Manhattan University President Dr. Frederick Bonato. “Students from across the country come to Riverdale to receive an exceptional education that jumpstarts successful careers, and ARCH will only improve our ability to develop well rounded graduates who can problem solve through analytical rigor, creativity, and ethical leadership. Rooted in our Lasallian mission of social impact through inclusive and transformational education, ARCH ensures Manhattan students are not only career-ready but future-ready and socially aware, prepared to lead with integrity and serve with purpose.â€
## ***The Jasper Guarantee***
The Jasper Guarantee addresses one of the most pressing concerns for students and families: affordability and transparency in college pricing. All new undergraduates and transfer students beginning in Fall 2026 will be able to lock in a single tuition rate for eight consecutive semesters, which will also be reflective of the University’s generous aid and merit packages.
> “Deciding on a college education is one of the most financially significant and far-reaching decisions that a family can make, and rarely does that decision come with any certainties. This is why alongside the exciting new offerings from the ARCH Innovation Exchange, we are doubling down on our commitment to affordability and transparent value through our Jasper Guarantee tuition initiative,†said Stephen J. Squeri, Chair of the Board of Trustees. “We won’t increase tuition on students during their four years at Manhattan University, allowing them to invest with confidence in an educational experience that delivers strong, measurable returns. We will continue to lead the changes taking place across higher education so that when we are making an impact on our students, they are ready to make an impact on the world.â€
### *Return on Investment*
In addition to the Wall Street Journal ranking, Manhattan University’s recent accolades include:
- **Best 390 Colleges** (*The Princeton Review 2025*)
- **Top 10% of U.S. Colleges Overall** and **\#20 in Salary Impact Nationwide** (*Wall Street Journal, 2025*)
- **Top 2% in PayScale’s National Salary Rankings** with an average mid-career salary of $152,400
- **Top 25 Regional Universities North** and **Top 25 Best Colleges for Veterans** (*U.S. News & World Report, 2025*)
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**About Manhattan University** Founded in 1853, Manhattan University is an independent Lasallian Catholic institution located in Riverdale, NY that embraces students of all faiths, cultures, and traditions. The mission of the University is to provide a dynamic student-centered educational experience that prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings. Manhattan University offers programs that integrate a broad liberal arts education coupled with a concentration in specific disciplines in the arts and sciences with professional preparation in business and engineering, ensuring graduates will excel in their chosen fields. The University consists of the Kakos School of Arts & Sciences, the O’Malley School of Business, and the School of Engineering. For further information, please visit [www.manhattan.edu](http://www.manhattan.edu).
By MC Staff • Sep 23, 2025
[Rankings & Recognition](/news?category=238)
[Academics](/news?category=232)
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title: "Thomas and Mary Alice O’Malley affiliated into the Brothers of the Christian Schools"
url: "/news/archive/2025/09/omalley-named-affiliated-members-of-the-institute-of-the-brothers-of-the-christian-schools"
type: article
date: 2025-09-17
updated: 2026-04-09
---
# Thomas and Mary Alice O’Malley affiliated into the Brothers of the Christian Schools
# Thomas and Mary Alice O’Malley affiliated into the Brothers of the Christian Schools
Manhattan University proudly announced that Mr. Thomas and Mrs. Mary Alice O’Malley were named Affiliated members of the Institute of the Brothers of the Christian Schools, the highest honor bestowed by the Brothers.
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Manhattan University proudly announced that Mr. Thomas and Mrs. Mary Alice O’Malley were named Affiliated members of the Institute of the Brothers of the Christian Schools, the highest honor bestowed by the Brothers. A special Mass and reception took place on September 3 in the Brothers’ Residence on the University campus.
Manhattan University was founded in 1853 by the Christian Brothers, bearers of an educational tradition that began in 17th-century France with Saint John Baptist de La Salle, the Patron Saint of Teachers. The honor of Affiliation recognizes those who have been associated with the fraternal character and the educational apostolate of the Brothers to the highest degree.
A 1963 graduate of Manhattan University (then Manhattan College), Mr. O’Malley twice served as the Chair of the University’s Board of Trustees. Together, the O’Malleys have been powerful donors to Manhattan, particularly to the School of Business which bears their names – [The O’Malley School of Business](/academics/schools-and-departments/school-of-business/index).
Mr. O’Malley enjoyed a long and successful business career, beginning his business journey in 1964 with Phillip Brothers (Phibro), an international trading firm. Starting in the mailroom, he moved into roles of increasing responsibility over the course of a 22-year career there. When Phibro merged with Salomon Brothers, Mr. O’Malley became Vice-Chairman and head of the firm’s energy division. In 1986, he moved on to develop his own outside business interests. Over the following 30 years, his career included acting as Chairman and CEO of four public oil refining and retailing companies. He also served on the boards of various public companies, including Salomon Brothers, Phillips Petroleum, Lowe’s Corporation, and PetSmart. He currently is active in real estate development in both the U.S. and Germany and in the growth of a specialized pharmaceutical company.
The O’Malleys – who have been married for 60 years – firmly believe that those who have been fortunate to achieve much should, in turn, give much. Together, they have served on the boards of numerous hospitals, schools, and universities, making significant financial contributions to each.
> Brother Daniel Gardner, Visiting Instructor of Religious Studies and Philosophy and a former President of Manhattan University, stated, “The O’Malleys epitomize the true embodiment of the Lasallian spirit on which Manhattan University was founded over 170 years ago: Faith in the presence of God, respect for all people, an appreciation of an inclusive community, concern for the poor and social justice, and a quality education. We are so fortunate to have them as part of the University family and each of them is so worthy of this honor."
Going forward, the O’Malleys will be Thomas O’Malley, AFSC and Mary Alice O’Malley, AFSC.
By MC Staff • Sep 17, 2025
[Lasallian & Catholic Mission](/news?category=236)
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title: "Manhattan University Ranked 73rd Best College in the U.S. by The Wall Street Journal"
url: "/news/archive/2025/10/manhattan-university-ranked-73rd-best-college-by-wsj.php"
type: article
date: 2025-10-17
updated: 2026-04-09
---
# Manhattan University Ranked 73rd Best College in the U.S. by The Wall Street Journal
# Manhattan University Ranked 73rd Best College in the U.S. by The Wall Street Journal
Manhattan University announces that it was recognized as the 73rd best college in the U.S. out of 584 institutions of higher learning, according to The Wall Street Journal’s 2026 Best Colleges in the U.S. ranking.
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Manhattan University today announced that it was recognized as the 73rd best college in the U.S. out of 584 institutions of higher learning, according to *[The Wall Street Journal’s 2026 Best Colleges in the U.S.](https://www.wsj.com/rankings/college-rankings/best-colleges-2026)* ranking. The annual rankings assess a variety of factors such as student outcomes, learning opportunities, and cost-effectiveness. Manhattan University achieved an impressive overall score placing it in the top 13% of schools nationwide, further solidifying its commitment to student success, academic excellence, and future job readiness.
Among the key ranking metrics, the University scored exceptionally well in student outcomes, with a salary impact score of 94/100, placing it in the top 3% nationally, and a social mobility score of 85.6/100, placing it in the top 7% nationally. The latter number reflects the proportion of students coming from lower-income families, graduation rates, impact on graduate salaries, and affordability. For New York-based colleges and universities, the University ranked a most impressive fifth across the state.
Frederick Bonato, Ph.D., President of Manhattan University, stated,
> “The Wall Street Journal’s ranking places Manhattan University among the top universities in the country and demonstrates our exceptional student outcomes. Our continued recognition underscores our track record of providing students with the opportunities and resources they need to succeed post-graduation.â€
These rankings reflect the University’s commitment to equipping students with the skills, opportunities, and environment they need for a fulfilling academic experience and professional readiness.
The 2026 Best Colleges in the U.S. ranking is compiled annually by The Wall Street Journal, in collaboration with its research partners College Pulse and Statista.
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**About Manhattan University**
Founded in 1853, Manhattan University is an independent Lasallian Catholic institution located in Riverdale, NY that embraces students of all faiths, cultures, and traditions. The mission of the University is to provide a dynamic student-centered educational experience that prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings. Manhattan University offers programs that integrate a broad liberal arts education coupled with a concentration in specific disciplines in the arts and sciences with professional preparation in business and engineering, ensuring graduates will excel in their chosen fields. The University consists of the Kakos School of Arts & Sciences, the O’Malley School of Business, and the School of Engineering. For further information, please visit [www.manhattan.edu](http://www.manhattan.edu).
By MC Staff • Oct 17, 2025
[Rankings & Recognition](/news?category=238)
[Lasallian & Catholic Mission](/news?category=236)
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---
title: "Annual Security & Fire Safety Report"
url: "/offices/public-safety/annual-security-fire-safety-report"
type: page
date: 2026-04-09
updated: 2026-05-28
---
# Annual Security & Fire Safety Report
## Annual Security & Fire Safety Report
In accordance with federal regulations, Manhattan University publishes annual information about security and fire safety on campus.
Download the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report
Document
[Annual-Security-and-Fire-Safety-Report-Final-2025.pdf](/sites/default/files/media/2026-04/Annual-Security-and-Fire-Safety-Report-Final-2025.pdf) (1.35 MB)
### Daily Crime and Fire Log
Public Safety maintains a daily log of crimes and fires that occur on campus. Information is recorded by date, time, location, and disposition of the complaint. The most recent 60-day period of the log is available to the public at the Public Safety Office, Jasper Hall, Monday-Friday, 9am to 4:30pm.
Log entries older than 60 days are available within two business days after the request. Entries or updates are generally made within two business days after an incident has occurred. The Director of Public Safety may decide an incident be classified “confidential†to avoid jeopardizing a criminal investigation, the identity or safety of a person, cause a suspect to evade detection, or result in the destruction of evidence. The log does not include the name or other personally identifiable information of any victim or alleged perpetrator.
---
---
title: "Emergency Alerts"
url: "/offices/public-safety/emergency-alerts"
type: page
date: 2026-04-09
updated: 2026-06-16
---
# Emergency Alerts
## Emergency Alerts
Manhattan University’s e2campus emergency notification system is used to communicate with members of the campus community regarding situations that may pose a threat to the safety, health or well-being of members of our community and/or weather situations that may interrupt scheduled classes or activities. You will be notified via text message and email.
### Sign Up For Alerts
All new students and new employees should register for emergency alerts. To sign-up, you must sign in using your JasperNet ID and password. You can add multiple email addresses and phone numbers to your account so parents and families can also be notified.
[Register for E2Campus Alerts](https://manhattancollege.omnilert.net/)
### Manage Your Account
If you have already signed up for emergency alerts and need to update your contact information, extend your account, or unsubscribe from alerts, use Manage Account and click on the Services tab.
[Manage your account](https://manhattancollege.omnilert.net/)
### Troubleshooting
**If You Do Not Receive e2Campus Alerts**
1. Go to the e2Campus account page at [http://manhattan.edu/e2campus](/e2campus)
2. Click “Manage Your Account†and log in.
3. Click “Dashboard†and verify your service is active.
4. Click “Services†and check that your phone number and email address are correct.
5. If your account is inactive, register again for alerts at [http://manhattan.edu/e2campus](/e2campus). If your contact information is incorrect, make the necessary changes.
**If Your Account is Active and Contact Information is Correct**
1. Please contact the e2Campus customer support at [800-256-9264](tel:800-256-9264).
2. In the event e2Campus customer support is unable to resolve your problem, contact William Cook, Director of Public Safety at for additional assistance.
---
---
title: "Lost & Found"
url: "/offices/public-safety/lost-found"
type: page
date: 2026-04-09
updated: 2026-05-28
---
# Lost & Found
## Lost & Found
Public Safety manages the lost and found process for the entire University community.
### Reporting Lost Items
If you have lost an item, please contact Public Safety at [718-862-7240](tel:718-862-7240) to report it missing. Our staff will take a report of the missing item and notify you if an item matching the description is turned in.
### Turning in Found Items
If you find an item anywhere on campus, notify Public Safety at [718-862-7500](tel:718-862-7500) and an officer will be dispatched to your location to retrieve the found property. The officer will prepare an incident report and ensure the property is delivered to the Lost & Found, located at the Public Safety Office in Jasper Hall, 1st floor.
---
---
title: "Crime Prevention & Fire Safety"
url: "/campus-life/public-safety/crime-prevention-fire-safety"
type: page
date: 2026-04-09
updated: 2026-05-28
---
# Crime Prevention & Fire Safety
Public Safety
## Crime Prevention & Fire Safety
Read the tips below for strategies on how to prevent crime and increase your personal protection in various situations.
### #### General Campus Safety & Crime Prevention Tips
Tips for increasing your safety awareness and personal protection include:
- **Program your cell phone:** Program your phone to speed dial 911 and the Manhattan University 24/7 emergency Public Safety number: 718-862-7333.
- **ICE:** Assign an "In Case of Emergency" number (ICE) in your cell phone. Rescuers are trained to check your cell phone for an ICE entry. This is the person you want contacted in an emergency.
- **Campus Pathway and Garage Emergency Blue Light Phones:** These are located throughout Manhattan University. They are located on each garage level and certain remote campus pathways (see details below).
- **Pathways:** If possible, travel on well-lit pathways and be accompanied by another person.
- **Suspicious Activity:** Notify Public Safety of any suspicious persons, conditions or objects. We will respond and investigate.
- **When Alone:** If possible, telephone ahead to your destination that you’re on the way.
- **Do Not Wear Headphones/Bluetooth Devices:** These inhibit your ability to hear approaching automobiles, audible alerts and individuals who may be intent on harming you.
- **Stay Alert:** Focus on surroundings. Avoid texting while walking, especially when crossing streets.
- **Plan-Seeking Assistance:** Know where to obtain help in the event you may need it; pre-plan escape routes.
- **Prevent Injury/Falls:** Do not carry bags with the hand strap secured around your neck, you must be able to let go in the event you are involved in a struggle. Have bag draped over shoulder to prevent injury.
- **Calm and Collected:** Remain as calm as possible, don’t engage in a verbal confrontation and stay focused on getting help.
- **Reality:** Be realistic about your ability to protect yourself in certain situations. Consider escape routes and yelling for help. Your safety is far more valuable than any material items.
Every emergency situation is different. Only you can decide what course of action is appropriate.
### #### Residence Hall Safety & Security
You can help keep your residence hall safe by adhering to the following guidelines –
- ***Always** keep your suite door **locked**, whether you are in your apartment or out.*
- *Report suspicious activity immediately to Public Safety.*
- Keep windows on the street level, near fire escapes, or otherwise accessible from outside the building **locked**.
- Do not let strangers into your room or your residence hall building.
- Do not give out your key or combo to anyone – report lost keys or if you believe your combination has been compromised.
- Comply with hall access policies and report any violations you observe. Never lend your university ID to anyone.
- Don’t prop doors open (it is both a fire and security hazard).
- Know the location of fire extinguishers, fire alarm pull stations and emergency exits.
- Avoid keeping valuables in your room (even if they are hidden). Consider purchasing a small dorm security safe with a security cable for valuables and a laptop security cable.
- Comply with all residence hall safety protocols – they are there for *your safety* - (See [Student Code of Conduct](https://inside.manhattan.edu/student-life/dean-of-students/code-conduct.php)).
### #### Public Transportation Safety
### Public Transportation
Cell phones and other electronic devices are prime targets for thieves who snatch these items right from the victim’s hands as train or bus doors close - leaving you helpless and without your device! To reduce your risk please consider the following tips –
### Subways
- Be ready. Have your metro card, access device or money available and ready for use.
- Whenever possible travel with a friend.
- Avoid cars that are significantly less crowded and *remain awake on the train*.
- Wait for the train near the station booth during non-rush hours. Many stations have off-hour waiting areas.
- Stand away from the edge of the platform. Wait and walk close to the wall.
- Ride in the conductor’s car, especially during off-peak hours.
- Sit in the center of the car and away from the doors to avoid a purse, phone or chain snatch.
- *Refrain from using your electronic devices onboard the train or station platforms – keep them **out** of **view**.*
- Keep money and jewelry hidden. Hold your handbag and other possessions securely.
- Keep bags closed and zipped/fastened shut. Be aware of your wallet or purse to avoid being pickpocketed.
### Buses
In addition to the aforementioned, remember-
- Wait for the bus on the sidewalk away from the curb.
- Sit near the front of the bus and the driver if possible.
Subway and Bus Safety
Document
[Subway and Bus Safety.pdf](/sites/default/files/media/2026-04/Subway%20and%20Bus%20Safety.pdf) (234.19 KB)
Transit System Safety
Document
[Transit System Safety.pdf](/sites/default/files/media/2026-04/Transit%20System%20Safety.pdf) (227.39 KB)
### #### Vehicle Parking & Garage Safety
When parking on campus please remain alert and stay safe. Be aware of your surroundings at all times and report any suspicious activity immediately to Public Safety at [718-862-7333](tel:718-862-7333) or dial 911 for emergencies. The following tips can help you stay safe –
- Drive slowly and safely on campus.
- Remain alert to vehicle traffic within parking areas and look all ways when walking.
- Don’t wear headphones or be distracted by your cell phone when driving or walking in parking lots or the garage.
- Avoid parking in secluded areas.
- Turn off the ignition and remove the keys. Remember to lock your doors and roll up the windows.
- **Never** leave valuables in sight (packages, phones, purses, wallets, etc.). Keep them in the trunk and out of sight.
### Garage
- Drive slowly when entering, departing, or within the garage.
- Be alert to vehicle traffic and be cautious when walking.
- If possible, park close to a stairwell or elevator in a well-lit location.
- Remember the level and area of the garage where you parked.
### Emergency Blue Light Phones
Blue-light phones are located on each level of the parking garage by the stairwells. Press the button to speak with a Public Safety officer if you need assistance.
### Remember
- Have your keys in hand before walking to your vehicle.
- Look around and inside your vehicle before entering. If anything appears suspicious, walk away and call Public Safety.
### #### Public Park Safety
The parks in New York are a great place to go walking, exercise or just relax. Please take the following precautions when visiting any public park to help ensure your safety.
- Remember, there is safety in numbers. Always walk or run with a friend.
- If you observe anyone acting in a suspicious manner, or if you feel threatened in any way, call the police immediately by dialing 911.
- Avoid visiting parks after dark; enjoy them during daylight hours.
- Don’t take shortcuts or dirt paths through wooded or desolate areas. Stay on well-lit, populated pathways.
- Remain alert and aware at all times. When wearing headphones be extra alert to those around you. Don't ***tune*** yourself out.
- Avoid displaying cash or any other items of value (cell phones, jewelry, etc.).
- Know the locations of stores or businesses that may be open near the park. This may be a safe place to get to should you feel threatened.
- Always carry some form of identification, and having your cellphone with you will allow you to call for help if needed (even when jogging/running).
- If you think someone is following you, change direction and try to distance yourself from them. Do not be afraid to run away, call, or yell for help.
### #### Fire Safety & Evacuation
- **Move Away:** Get away from the affected area, and verbally alert everyone else of the condition and the need to evacuate. Alert everyone by yelling and banging on doors while proceeding directly to the nearest exit.
- **Activate:** Pull the nearest fire alarm.
- **Call:** Contact fire emergency services at 911 and Public Safety at [(718) 862-7333](tel:718-862-7333). Communicate the details of the condition by providing the exact location and nature of the emergency. Describe the fire or smoke condition to the best of your ability.
- **Evacuate:** Employees, students and guests are not expected to fight fires and must evacuate the building immediately at the first sound of an alarm. Evacuation should be made via the nearest safe exit. Employees and students must not alter their course of exit in order to search for or notify other occupants.
- **Close Doors:** If conditions permit, all doors should be pulled closed as occupants evacuate the building, this helps to contain the fire and smoke.
- **Crawl:** Evacuees should crawl and keep as low to the floor as possible, where there is less smoke.
- **Test Doors:** Evacuees should test doorknobs, doors and the space around the door with the back of their hand. If the door is warm, try another escape route. If it’s cool, open it slowly and slam it shut if smoke pours through.
- **Do Not Re-Enter Building:** Do not go back in or permit anyone else to re-enter a building that is in alarm status. Re-entry can only be made after an ‘all-clear’ signal is given by the fire department and the fire alarm system is reset.
- **Use Stairs:** Do not use an elevator during a fire, except in newer buildings where elevators continue to run until an elevator shaft smoke detector is activated.
- **Trapped:** If you can’t get out, call 911 and tell them your exact location. Seal the door with rags and signal from the window. Open windows slightly at the top and bottom, but close them if smoke comes in.
- **Hazardous Materials:** These should be secured and laboratory experiments terminated before leaving the building, unless doing so presents a greater hazard.
- **Assembly and Roll Call:** Evacuees will be directed by Public Safety staff to a designated assembly area, at least 150 feet from the affected area. At the assembly area, staff must make every effort to account for all occupants and immediately report their findings to the fire department and university administrators.
- **Special Concerns:** During an emergency, certain students and visitors may not be familiar with the evacuation plan and must be informed of the requirement to evacuate and the evacuation routes; special attention should be given to any persons with disabilities, especially those who are visitors or unfamiliar with the building.
- **Disabled Persons:** Public Safety makes every effort to track the locations of all persons (students, employees and visitors) with both obvious and reported disabilities during their time on campus. In the event evacuation is necessary, every effort must be made to facilitate and assist in the evacuation of persons with disabilities. Finally, Public Safety personnel shall immediately direct arriving emergency responders (fire, police and EMS) to the location of those individuals with disabilities. Evacuation chairs are available through the Public Safety Office in the event it becomes necessary to evacuate a non-ambulatory disabled person.
---
---
title: "Emergency Response Guide"
url: "/campus-life/public-safety/emergency-response-guide"
type: page
date: 2026-04-09
updated: 2026-05-28
---
# Emergency Response Guide
## Emergency Response Guide (ERG)
The ERG contains protocols designed to provide members of the Manhattan University Community with important information on what to do in the event of an emergency occurring on campus.
Emergency Response Guide
Document
[Emergency-Guide-StudentsandEmployees-2025.pdf](/sites/default/files/media/2026-04/Emergency-Guide-StudentsandEmployees-2025.pdf) (1.16 MB)
---
---
title: "Frequently Asked Questions | Public Safety"
url: "/campus-life/public-safety/frequently-asked-questions"
type: page
date: 2026-04-09
updated: 2026-05-28
---
# Frequently Asked Questions | Public Safety
Public Safety
## Frequently Asked Questions
### #### Where can I park?
See our [parking permits and fees](/parking-permits-fees "Parking Permits & Fees") for a detailed list of student and employee lots.
### #### How do I apply for a yearly parking permit?
- Parking permits must be applied for [online](https://manhattan.t2hosted.com/).
- After completing the online parking-permit application, print out the temporary permit found at the end of your application or email. Permits must be picked up before the temporary permit expires. You will be emailed pick-up instructions once your permit is ready for pick-up.
- Parking decals must be affixed to the driver’s side rear stationary window, **on the outside**. Once purchased, it is the vehicle operator’s responsibility to affix the permit to the vehicle.
- For returning applicants, whenever a new vehicle is added to your account, a copy of the registration must be submitted online.
- Applications will be canceled if payment and required documents are not received in a timely manner.
- Copying services are not available at the Public Safety Office.
- Permits are issued for a specific vehicle and are non-transferable.
- Citations will be issued to vehicles without permits properly displayed.
- Tampering with, removing a permit without permission, resale, transfer, or use of a forged or altered permit will result in loss of parking privileges and a $100 fine.
- Permits **will not be issued** until outstanding citations are resolved.
### #### How do I purchase short-term parking?
For daily passes visit your [online parking account](https://manhattan.t2hosted.com/).
### #### How do I resolve my parking citation?
- Citations can be paid or appealed through your [online parking account](https://manhattan.t2hosted.com/). You have 20 days from the day of receipt to submit an appeal or make a payment without a late fee.
- Citations are posted to accounts within 1 business day of receipt.
- Holds come off your account within 1 business day of payment.
### #### Can I have my parking pass prorated?
Passes are only prorated after January 1st. Passes purchased any period between July 1-December 31 will be charged the same rate. The same applies for passes purchased January 1-June 30.
### #### Can I buy a parking pass for only one semester?
Yes, semester only parking passes are available [online](https://manhattan.t2hosted.com/).
### #### I switch vehicles often, how do I get another pass?
Purchasing a permit entitles you to (1) decal for your vehicle. If you need to take an alternate vehicle to work, log onto your parking portal account, select get permit, and choose driving other vehicle for a free temporary printable permit for 1 week.
### #### How do I apply for a guest parking pass?
- Personal guest passes must be purchased [online](https://manhattan.t2hosted.com/).
- For college guests (attending meetings, speaking at an event, etc.), you can submit a request through the [Visitor Parking Request Form](/visitor-parking "Visitor Parking"). **Requests must be submitted at least 1 business day in advance.**
### #### My vehicle is being repaired, how do I receive a temporary permit?
Temporary permits can be printed from your [online parking account](https://manhattan.t2hosted.com/).
### #### My old vehicle is no longer in use, how do I receive a new permit?
- In order to issue a new permit we will need the permit returned to us (even if it is in shreds). If you no longer have access to your vehicle we will need proof that it is no longer in your possession (ex. Bill of Sale, DMV plate surrender receipt, insurance claim).
- After the first step is completed, you will need to send Public Safety a copy of your new registration to have your replacement permit processed.
---
---
title: "Hate Crimes"
url: "/campus-life/public-safety/hate-crimes"
type: page
date: 2026-04-09
updated: 2026-05-28
---
# Hate Crimes
## Hate Crimes
Manhattan University is committed to promoting an inclusive campus community. For most students, college is the first time they may have extensive contact with individuals who differ from them in many aspects. This is especially true in residence halls, where students now live with a new, large extended family. Malicious behavior, writing on someone’s door, leaving hate related phone messages, text messages, social media postings, or committing other crimes in conjunction with a bias related slur are classic examples of the nature and common circumstances related to hate crimes committed on college campuses.
### What is a Hate Crime
Under New York’s Hate Crime Law (Penal Law Article 485) a person commits a hate crime when a designated offense is committed against a victim who is targeted because of a perception or belief about their race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, religious practice, age, disability or sexual orientation, or when such an act is committed as a result of that perception or belief. These crimes can target an individual, a group of individuals, or public or private property.
### What is a Bias-Related Incident?
One can still be victimized by bias and hate if there is no underlying crime. A bias incident is when someone verbally harasses or discriminates against you based on your identity, but the incident does not involve a physical attack, a threat of attack, or property damage. Bias incidents are taken seriously as examples of discrimination, but they are not necessarily crimes. Some bias incidents may be protected by free speech provisions of the Constitution. Others may give rise to civil penalties in New York City under the NYC Human Rights law, which is administered by the NYC Commission on Human Rights.
### If You Are a Victim of a Hate Crime
Hate crimes are serious and are investigated by the NYPD’s Hate Crime Task Force. If you are the victim of a hate crime, seek help and report it. No matter where the incident occurred, support and referral resources are available.
A victim of a hate crime occurring on campus should report the incident to a Public Safety officer in person or by calling [718-862-7333](tel:718-862-7333); if the incident occurred off campus call 911. MU will investigate any hate crime occurring on campus and will assist any student making notifications to the proper authorities if requested. A hate crime or bias incident occurring on campus is a serious violation of the Student Code of Conduct.
Learn how Manhattan University promotes an inclusive campus community and addresses bias-related behavior and hate crimes on campus.
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title: "Noise Complaints"
url: "/offices/public-safety/noise-complaints"
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date: 2026-04-09
updated: 2026-05-28
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# Noise Complaints
## Noise Complaints
In our ongoing effort to address noise or quality of life issues occurring on our campus we suggest the following:
**To Report Issues on Campus**
1. Call Manhattan University Public Safety at [718-862-7500](tel:718-862-7500) and file a complaint.
2. Provide as much detail as possible, including the exact location of occurrence if known.
3. Reports are investigated and actions taken against any student identified and found responsible for violating local ordinances or Manhattan University policies. Photo or video documentation can be forwarded to
**To Report Issues Off Campus at Local Bars, Businesses or on NYC Streets**
1. Call 311 or visit 311 online and file a complaint with NYC for an NYPD response.
2. If the noise emanates from a private residence also file a complaint with the property owner or building manager.
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title: "Report Sexual Assault & Misconduct"
url: "/offices/public-safety/report-sexual-assault-misconduct"
type: page
date: 2026-04-09
updated: 2026-05-28
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# Report Sexual Assault & Misconduct
## Report Sexual Assault & Misconduct
The University strictly prohibits harassing, violent, intimidating or discriminatory conduct by its students, employees or any other member of or visitor to the University community.
All members of the University community, including students, staff, faculty, vendors, and visitors who experience, witness, or hear about gender-based misconduct, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, are encouraged immediately to contact the University’s Title IX Coordinator, Kimara Patton at . You may also call the local NYPD precinct at [(718) 543-5700](tel:718-543-5700).
Read more about:
- [Title IX and non-discrimination policies](https://inside.manhattan.edu/offices/title-ix-and-non-discrimination/race-ethnicity-and-other-discrimination/index.php)
- [How to report misconduct](https://inside.manhattan.edu/student-life/dean-of-students/code-conduct.php#procedures)
- [FAQs about sexual harassment, sexual assault and gender-based misconduct](https://inside.manhattan.edu/offices/title-ix-and-non-discrimination/faq.php)
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title: "Safety & Security Systems"
url: "/offices/public-safety/safety-security-systems"
type: page
date: 2026-04-09
updated: 2026-05-28
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# Safety & Security Systems
Public Safety
Safety & Security Systems
Through various safety and security systems and recommendations, we strive to ensure the safety and wellbeing of the campus community.
Blue Light Emergency Telephones
The University has a number of blue light phones located throughout campus; they have **blue lights** above them for easy identification. These **phones** should be used to request assistance, report suspicious activity, crime, or any emergency.
By pressing the button on the phone the blue light flashes, and users are connected with an officer from the Public Safety Department. The call will identify the phones location if the caller is unable to speak.
### Broadway Garage
There are (21) emergency telephones located within the garage as follows-
- Levels 2, 3, 4, 5 at each stairway (A, B, C, D)
- Level 1 (street level) at stairway A, B and Broadway south exit
- Roof landing stairwells A and B
### Campus Phones
Phones are located on campus at the following locations:
AreaLocation1Draddy Parking LotAt the entrance to the lot (W.244 Street and Tibbett Ave.)2Financial ServicesOn the Miguel Hall path in front of the building3Horan Hall StepsAt the bottom of the steps, off Post Road up to Horan Hall4Kelly CommonsPedestrian walkway – near the front of the building5Kelly CommonsPedestrian walkway – near the rear of the building6Kelly CommonsWaldo Avenue - on the building exterior7Leo Engineering BuildingTibbett Avenue - on the building exterior8Hayden Hall / O'Malley LibraryBottom of the steps, just off Manhattan College Parkway9Thomas Hall / O'Malley LibraryPathway to Lee/Horan Hall (under Founder’s Bridge)10Parking Garage On BroadwayGarage exterior near the south exit
Emergency Alert System
Manhattan University uses text messaging to assure timely mass communication in case of an emergency. Individuals can register up to two cell phones and two email addresses.
This system will be used to communicate with you only regarding situations that may pose a threat to the safety, health or well-being of members of our community and/or weather situations that may interrupt scheduled classes or activities.
[Register for e2Campus Alerts](/campus-life/public-safety/emergency-alerts "Emergency Alerts")
First Aid and Automated External Defibrillator Certification (AED)
Public Safety officers and supervisors receive training in first aid, CPR and automated external defibrillator (AED) use. There are a number of AEDs located on campus to assist an individual experiencing cardiac arrest.
**AED Campus Locations:**
- Draddy Gym, gym floor by restrooms
- Horan Hall, Public Safety desk
- Lee Hall, Public Safety desk
- Leo Engineering, Higgins lobby Public Safety desk
- MU Garage, Public Safety booth
- O’Malley Library, circulation desk
- Public Safety, Main Booth
- Public Safety Office, Jasper Hall
- Public Safety, Supervisors Auto
- Raymond W. Kelly Student Commons, Public Safety desk
- Raymond W. Kelly Student Commons, Fitness Center
- Research and Learning Center, lobby
Security Camera System
Manhattan University is committed to enhancing the safety of our campus by integrating the best practices of security with technology. Security cameras are installed in public areas with the intention of deterring crime, aiding in investigations and enhancing the safety of the University community.
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url: "/offices/public-safety/public-safety-staff"
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# Public Safety Staff
Zoie Coleman
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William Cook
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Charles Lippolis
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Issan Rodriguez
**Associate Director of Public Safety**
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Gardy Senat
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George Thomas
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title: "Trespass Policy"
url: "/offices/public-safety/trespass-policy"
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date: 2026-04-10
updated: 2026-05-28
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# Trespass Policy
## Trespass Policy
### Policy Statement
The University is a Lasallian Catholic educational institution, deeply committed to engaging in a quality and safe educational environment for its students, faculty, staff and visitors. It is the policy of Manhattan University (“the Universityâ€) to maintain an academic community which is open and accessible to our students, faculty, staff, local community, and invited guests. Members and guests must remember that the University is private property. Persons who violate University policies, regulations, or rules, or who pose a threat or risk to the safety and security of the University community or University property may be advised to leave by Public Safety or by an Authorized University Official and a trespass warning may be given. The University retains the right to restrict access to University property due to safety concerns relating to our students, faculty, staff and visitors. This policy describes the circumstances under which access to or presence on University property may be restricted, including the procedures for issuing a Trespass Warning to individuals not affiliated with the University when appropriate.
[Read our trespass policy](https://manhattan.policystat.com/policy/token_access/bc03fe64-5d62-4d54-ab8e-14fb32a3d9d8/)
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title: "Uber & Lyft Safety"
url: "/offices/public-safety/uber-lyft-safety"
type: page
date: 2026-04-10
updated: 2026-05-28
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# Uber & Lyft Safety
## Uber and Lyft Safety
Before entering any rideshare vehicle, confirm that the driver and vehicle match the information shown in your app. Check the driver’s name and photo, vehicle make and model, color and license plate number before starting your trip.
Riders should only request Uber or Lyft trips through the official app. Getting into the wrong vehicle may put you at risk and prevents you from using the safety features built into the rideshare platform.
### Uber Safety Features
Uber includes several safety features designed to help riders confirm their trip, share their location and receive support when needed.
- **Door-to-door service:** The vehicle comes directly to the rider’s requested pickup location.
- **GPS-tracked rides:** Riders can view their route and vehicle location in the app throughout the trip.
- **Cross-street pickup and drop-off:** Riders may use nearby cross streets as a pickup or drop-off location for added privacy.
- **Trip sharing:** Riders can share trip details, including route and estimated arrival time, with family or friends.
- **Two-way feedback:** Drivers and riders can rate each other and provide feedback after a trip.
- **Customer support:** Uber provides support for trip-related issues and inquiries.
### Lyft Safety Tips
The Lyft app displays your driver’s name and photo, along with the vehicle’s license plate, make, model and color.
- Before entering the vehicle, confirm that the license plate, make, model and color match the information in your app.
- Verify the driver’s name with the name shown in the app. You may also ask the driver to confirm your name or destination.
- At night, the [Lyft Amp](https://take.lyft.com/amp/) may help identify your ride. Check that the Amp color matches what is shown in your app.
- If you have trouble finding your driver, text or call them through the Lyft app.
### Questions or Concerns
For questions related to Uber and Lyft safety, contact Manhattan University Public Safety at or [718-862-7240](tel:7188627240).
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title: "Climate Survey"
url: "/offices/title-IX/climate-survey"
type: page
date: 2026-04-10
updated: 2026-05-28
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# Climate Survey
## Climate Survey
Manhattan University conducts a survey to assess the climate on campus regarding how students feel about issues related to gender-based misconduct and reporting of such issues.
Read the 2023 Climate Survey
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[2023-Climate-Survey.pdf](/sites/default/files/media/2026-04/2023-Climate-Survey.pdf) (10.48 MB)
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Read the 2018 Climate Survey
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[climate-Survey-2018.pdf](/sites/default/files/media/2026-04/climate-Survey-2018.pdf) (3.71 MB)
Read the 2017 Climate Survey
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[Manhattan\_College\_SACCS\_Frequency\_Report\_Small\_2017-06-15.pdf](/sites/default/files/media/2026-04/Manhattan_College_SACCS_Frequency_Report_Small_2017-06-15.pdf) (687.82 KB)
Read the 2016 Climate Survey
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[SP16 MC Climate Sex Asst Results.pdf](/sites/default/files/media/2026-04/SP16%20MC%20Climate%20Sex%20Asst%20Results.pdf) (348.97 KB)
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title: "Race, Ethnicity and other Discrimination"
url: "/offices/title-IX/race-ethnicity-and-other-discrimination"
type: page
date: 2026-04-10
updated: 2026-05-28
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# Race, Ethnicity and other Discrimination
## Race, Ethnicity and other Discrimination
Manhattan University is committed to ensuring equal access to its educational programs and employment opportunities.
### Students
We strenuously urge you to report any complaints of discrimination, including those of race and ethnicity, to the [Dean of Students office](https://inside.manhattan.edu/student-life/dean-of-students/index.php), which can be contacted via email at .
### Employees
Employees should review the University's [non-discrimination and anti-harassment policy](https://inside.manhattan.edu/offices/human-resources/Non-Discrimination-and-Anti-Harassment-Policy-for-Employees.php). Questions on employee discrimination should be directed to .
If you have been the victim of discrimination or harassment, please submit your complaint using the **Employee Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment Complaint Form** below.
[Online Form - Manhattan University Employee Discrimination and Harassment Policy Complaint Form](https://manhattancollege.formstack.com/forms/employee_discrimination_and_harassment_policy_complaint_form "Online Form")
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title: "Bias Education and Response"
url: "/offics/title-IX/bias-education-and-response"
type: page
date: 2026-04-10
updated: 2026-05-28
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# Bias Education and Response
## Bias Education and Response
Welcome to the University’s Bias Education and Response System. Please find below a form to report instances of bias related to protected classes (race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, etc.) against another member of the community.
This form allows you to identify the type of response desired by the University’s Bias Education and Response Team, which consists of trained faculty members, administrators, and students. You may select from a variety of informal resolutions, including education, training, and/or mediation. This process is meant to be **educational not punitive**; therefore, if you are seeking an investigation and accountability into an alleged act of discrimination, please consult the University’s site for reporting acts of discrimination. This information can be found on [this page](/offices/title-IX/race-ethnicity-and-other-discrimination "Race, Ethnicity and other Discrimination").
This form below does allow for anonymous reporting. However, please understand that if you choose not to identify yourself, the team’s options are limited in their attempt to resolve your complaint.
[Online Form - Bias Education Response Team - REPORT](https://manhattancollege.formstack.com/forms/bias_education_response_team_report "Online Form")
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title: "Frequently Asked Questions | Title IX"
url: "/offices/title-IX/frequently-asked-questions"
type: page
date: 2026-04-10
updated: 2026-05-28
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# Frequently Asked Questions | Title IX
## Frequently Asked Questions
This page is designed to assist those who have experienced gender/sex discrimination, sexual harassment or other forms of gender-based misconduct such as sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and/or stalking.
Manhattan University is committed to maintaining a learning and work environment not impaired by sex discrimination including sexual harassment and sexual violence such as sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, stalking and rape. Sex discrimination is prohibited by Title IX as well as by University policy. Accordingly, the University expects its students, employees and other members of the University community to conduct themselves responsibly and in accordance with University policy.
For information about the University’s policy on sex discrimination, sexual harassment, gender-based misconduct and related complaint procedures, please see relevant sections of the [student handbook](https://inside.manhattan.edu/student-life/dean-of-students/code-conduct.php) or the [employee handbook](https://inside.manhattan.edu/offices/human-resources/employee-handbook.php).
### #### What is gender-based misconduct?
Gender-based misconduct encompasses a broad range of behaviors including gender discrimination that may or may not be sexual in nature. Sexual harassment, sexual assault and intimate partner violence such as domestic, dating violence and stalking are other types of gender-based misconduct. Gender-based misconduct can be perpetrated by men or women and can occur between people of the same or different sex.
Examples of gender-based misconduct include pressure to date or engage in a romantic or intimate relationship; unwelcome touching, kissing, hugging; inappropriate remarks about a person’s gender, gender expression, or sexual orientation; inappropriate sexual innuendo or humor; unnecessary or unwelcome references to parts of the body; and pressure for or forced sexual activities.
### #### What do I do if I am the victim of gender-based misconduct?
Immediately report these situations to one of the individuals listed in [Who to Contact on Campus](https://inside.manhattan.edu/student-life/dean-of-students/code-conduct.php#title9contact). These individuals will explain your options, walk you through the complaint process, and help you get the academic, medical, and/or emotional support you may need.
### #### If I think I have been the victim of sex discrimination, sexual harassment or a sexual assault, should I report it to the University?
Yes. The University can help stop the conduct, prevent it from happening again, and help you get the services and support you need. You can also file a complaint at the same time with the police.
### #### How do I report misconduct to the University?
Contact the Title IX coordinator, one of the deputy coordinators, or the Public Safety Office and they can help you through the process. Someone is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
You should report misconduct as soon as possible and preserve any evidence that may help the University understand what happened. Evidence in these situations can include text messages, Facebook or Twitter posts, Instagram pictures, emails and clothing.
[Read a detailed description of reporting procedures.](https://inside.manhattan.edu/student-life/dean-of-students/code-conduct.php#procedures)
### #### If I report misconduct to the University do I also have to go to the police?
No. You do not have to go to the police, but you have the right to do so. If you would like to go to the police, the local NYPD precinct is the 50th Precinct and is located at 3450 Kingsbridge Avenue, Bronx, NY 10463. You can also call the NYPD’s 50th Precinct at (718) 543-5700. If you would like, someone from the University can accompany you to the police station.
In some cases, where there has been a clear violation of the law or Public Safety is at risk, the University may independently contact local law enforcement.
### #### What happens after I report conduct to the University?
The reporting party may request that the University not further investigate the situation after reporting. The University will evaluate this request, and honor it, should the report not comprise the safety and security of the campus community. The Title IX coordinator may start an investigation. The Title IX coordinator or one of the deputy coordinators will contact you to arrange for an in-person meeting to gather more information. The University will also interview the alleged perpetrator and any witnesses. After a fact-gathering phase, if warranted, matters may proceed to a hearing at the University where a hearing officer will review all evidence and information and determine whether misconduct occurred. Appropriate disciplinary measures will be taken if a violation is found. Both parties will be informed of the outcome and of their right to appeal that outcome.
For questions about the Title IX process, please contact [Kimara Patton](/node/684), the Title IX Coordinator at .
[Read a detailed description of the complaint and hearing procedures.](https://inside.manhattan.edu/student-life/dean-of-students/code-conduct.php#procedures)
### #### Will my reports to the University be confidential?
Students have the right to report to the University to a confidential, or non-confidential resource. Should a student wish to discuss an incident, and have that report remain confidential, they should consult the following resources:
- Counselors in the Counseling Center
- Nurse Practitioners in Health Services
- The College Chaplain
The University appreciates the sensitive nature of these situations and the importance of respecting individuals’ privacy and requests for confidentiality. Because the University may be obligated to fully investigate all complaints/reports of sexual harassment and gender-based misconduct, the University cannot guarantee absolute confidentiality in all cases. However, the University will only share information with appropriate individuals when absolutely necessary for the protection and well-being of those involved or to fully understand what happened.
### #### What other resources are available?
The University has several different types of resources for students, employees, staff and other members of the University community. The Title IX coordinator can also help identify additional resources if necessary.
[See a list of resources.](https://inside.manhattan.edu/student-life/dean-of-students/code-conduct.php#resources)
### #### If I do make a formal report, will I have to face the person I’m accusing of misconduct?
No. The University will not require that you see or speak to the accused as part of the University investigation or disciplinary process.
### #### What if someone retaliates against me for making a complaint or telling the University what happened?
Title IX and the University strictly prohibit retaliation. The University will not tolerate retaliation in any form or by any member of the University community. Any member of the University community who attempts to interfere with, threaten, discriminate against, or harass an individual participating in an investigation (such as a complainant, respondent, bystander, witness, or investigator) will be subject to prompt and appropriate disciplinary action.
### #### What if I’m not sure what happened?
If you are not sure if misconduct occurred it is still okay to contact the Title IX coordinator or one of the listed designees. They can help you figure out and understand what may have happened and give you advice moving forward.
However, anyone who knowingly makes a false, malicious, or frivolous report of discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other type of gender-based misconduct may be subject to disciplinary action.
### #### What should I do if I think I’ve experienced or witnessed retaliation?
If you believe you have encountered retaliation you should notify [Kimara Patton](/node/684), the Title IX Coordinator at .
[Read a more detailed discussion of retaliation and related reporting procedures.](https://inside.manhattan.edu/student-life/dean-of-students/code-conduct.php#procedures)
### #### What if I have the same classes, work schedule, or live in the same residence hall as the perpetrator?
There are several possible interim measures available in these situations. The University can help arrange for the changing of class schedules, housing arrangements, and/or work arrangements to eliminate or minimize the contact an individual has with his/her alleged attacker. During an investigation, all parties should avoid contact with each other. In some cases, the alleged attacker may be removed from certain classes, a residence hall, or campus pending the outcome of the case. The University will strive to minimize the impact that any interim measure has on the victim.
### #### How long will Manhattan University's investigation and resolution process take?
The University will promptly and thoroughly investigate all reports of sexual assault, sexual harassment and other forms of gender-based misconduct and will work diligently to reach a conclusion. Generally the process takes 60 days to complete. Because each case is different, and some cases take longer depending on the details of the case, it is difficult to give an exact timeline. However, each party will be given an estimated timeline at the start of an investigation and will be updated throughout the process on the progress of an investigation and on any changes to the timeline.
### #### Do I have to be able to prove that I have been the victim of sex-based misconduct in order to get help?
No. Manhattan University does not place the burden of proving that misconduct did or did not occur on any one party. The University will investigate all claims and review evidence according to a “preponderance of the evidence†standard. This means that after concluding an investigation, the University will review all available information from each party to determine whether there is enough information to determine that it is more likely than not that a violation of University policy has occurred.
The Title IX coordinator can help identify academic, emotional and medical supports for all parties throughout this process and even after its conclusion.
For questions about Title IX, please contact [Kimara Patton](/node/684), the Title IX Coordinator at .
### #### Can I make a report about someone with whom I have been in a relationship?
Yes. The nature of your relationship with the accused does not impact your right to report misconduct.
Intimate partner misconduct such as domestic violence, dating violence, rape, sexual assault and stalking is prohibited by the University and you are encouraged promptly to report such conduct to the Title IX coordinator or one of the deputy coordinators. The Title IX coordinator can help identify safe methods and resources to deal with intimate partner violence.
### #### What if the misconduct, such as sexual harassment, involves a staff or faculty member?
All students, staff, employees and other third parties are encouraged to report misconduct involving staff or faculty to [Kimara Patton](/node/684), the Title IX Coordinator at . Patton will coordinate with the Public Safety Office and others as may be necessary to deal with faculty, staff, and administrator issues.
### #### What should I do if I witness conduct that might amount to sexual assault, violence or misconduct?
If it is possible and safe to do so, you are encouraged to help those who are in, or who may be in, potentially dangerous or harmful situations.
If you suspect someone has been victimized by a sexual offense, assault or violence, it is important to reach out to the Title IX coordinator or any of the other listed individuals.
If someone is in immediate danger you should call 911 or the Public Safety Office at [(718) 862-7333](tel:718-862-7333) for assistance.
### #### Am I required to intervene in a potentially violent situation?
No. You should only do so if it is safe for both you and the victim.
### #### Who should I contact with questions about the policies and procedures in this FAQ?
The best source of information is [Kimara Patton](/node/684), the Title IX Coordinator, or any of the other listed individuals. Or for information about the College’s policy on sex discrimination, sexual harassment, and gender-based misconduct and related complaint procedures please see relevant sections of the [student handbook](https://inside.manhattan.edu/student-life/dean-of-students/code-conduct.php) or the [employee handbook](https://inside.manhattan.edu/offices/human-resources/employee-handbook.php).
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url: "/academics/programs/accounting"
type: program
date: 2026-04-10
updated: 2026-06-18
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# Accounting - B.S. / Minor
**Master the language of business. Build a career that commands every room.**
Develop the financial expertise, analytical rigor, and ethical grounding that set you apart as an accounting professional, supported by expert faculty, industry-connected curriculum, and the unmatched career network of New York City.
[Request Information](/admissions/undergraduate/request-information)[Visit](/admissions/visit)[Apply](/admissions/apply)
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CPA Exam Pathway
Manhattan University's structured curriculum is built to meet New York State's CPA licensure education requirements. Students can pursue the accelerated five-year B.S./MBA Professional Accounting Program to sit for the CPA exam during or immediately after the MBA, putting them on the fastest possible path to licensure.
Real-World Practice Through VITA
Through the IRS-certified Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, accounting students provide free tax preparation services to low-income Bronx residents each tax season. This nationally recognized, hands-on experience builds professional skills, community impact, and a record of service that stands out to employers.
Beta Alpha Psi Honor Society
Active membership in Beta Alpha Psi, the national accounting and finance honor society, gives students access to live presentations, networking events, career panels, and leadership opportunities both on campus and at regional competitions.
Five-Year B.S./MBA Professional Accounting Program
Motivated undergraduates can earn both a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and an MBA in Professional Accounting in five years, totaling 153 credits. This AACSB-accredited accelerated program is registered with the State of New York as a Professional Accounting Program and is one of the most direct routes to CPA eligibility available at any university in the region.
NYC Location and Employer Access
Situated in New York City, the accounting capital of the United States, Manhattan University students have direct access to the Big Four firms, top regional practices, major financial institutions, healthcare networks, media companies, and government agencies that recruit from the O’Malley School of Business year-round.
Passport Program and Alumni Network
The Passport Program exposes students to the full range of career paths within the accounting profession through structured employer engagement, beginning in freshman year. Combined with an active alumni network at firms across the tri-state region, students build the professional relationships that lead directly to internships and job offers before graduation.
The Manhattan University Difference
What Sets Us Apart
The Accounting major at Manhattan University prepares students to speak the language of business with authority and precision. Grounded in a rigorous, practice-focused curriculum, students gain deep competency in fi**nancial accounting, auditing, taxation, and business law**, all reinforced by personalized instruction and close faculty mentorship in small classes. **With an excellent job placement rate for accounting graduates**, the program has a proven track record of launching careers at the Big Four, major financial institutions, and top public sector organizations.
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At Manhattan University, Accounting students gain the technical knowledge, practical experience, and professional networks needed to launch successful careers in public accounting, corporate finance, government, and beyond. Our program blends a rigorous accounting curriculum with real-world application, preparing students to lead with expertise, integrity, and confidence in any financial environment.
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Explore courses that build practical skills in data analysis, predictive modeling, data visualization, and decision-making using the tools and technologies used in modern business analytics.
Why Study in New York City
New York City is one of the world’s premier hubs for accounting, finance, and professional services, offering unmatched access to the firms and organizations where accounting careers are made. From the Big Four public accounting firms headquartered in Manhattan to major financial institutions, healthcare networks, media companies, and government agencies, students are surrounded by organizations that demand exceptional financial and accounting talent. At Manhattan University, students apply classroom knowledge through internships, VITA community service, and direct employer connections across every sector of the New York economy. This real-world engagement strengthens technical confidence and helps students build the professional networks needed to excel in one of the most competitive accounting markets in the world.
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Nonprofit, Government, and Public Sector Accounting
The accounting curriculum prepares students for careers beyond the private sector, including roles in governmental accounting, nonprofit financial management, and public institutions. Coursework in fund accounting, budgetary control, and advanced accounting issues equips graduates to serve in organizations ranging from NYC agencies and hospital systems to foundations, school districts, and federal departments.
Public Accounting and Big Four Placement
Graduates have secured positions at Deloitte, PwC, KPMG, Ernst & Young, and top regional and boutique firms, as well as major financial institutions including J.P. Morgan, Citibank, and Morgan Stanley. Our 100% job placement rate reflects the strength of our employer relationships and career preparation.
Financial Reporting and Analysis
Students develop mastery of GAAP and IFRS financial reporting, financial statement preparation and analysis, and the accounting information systems used by organizations across every industry. This foundation supports careers in corporate accounting, audit, and financial advisory.
Audit and Internal Controls
Coursework in auditing, accounting information systems, and business law prepares students to evaluate financial integrity, assess internal controls, and navigate the legal and regulatory environment that governs modern accounting practice.
Taxation and Compliance
The curriculum covers individual and corporate federal income taxation, tax planning, and compliance strategy. Hands-on preparation through the IRS-certified VITA program gives students real-world tax filing experience serving Bronx residents before they ever enter a professional firm.
Forensic Accounting and Advisory
Advanced study in cost accounting, international accounting, and management analysis prepares graduates for roles in forensic accounting, management consulting, financial advisory, and law-adjacent careers where investigative financial expertise is in high demand.
Accounting: Turn Numbers Into Insight.
At Manhattan University, Accounting students gain the in-demand technical skills, hands-on experience, and individualized mentorship needed to thrive in today’s financial landscape. Our program blends rigorous accounting foundations with real-world applications, preparing students to lead organizations with precision, integrity, and impact.
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At the O’Malley School of Business, we are committed to preparing students for careers in a data-driven economy. Our Accounting program gives students hands-on experience with the tools and analytical thinking used by today’s leading organizations.
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Graduates are equipped to pursue careers in business analytics and data-driven roles that turn complex data into insights that guide strategy and decision-making.
About
The O’Malley School of Business
The O’Malley School of Business is an **AACSB-accredited** institution—an achievement earned by fewer than 6% of business schools worldwide—recognized for its rigorous academics, industry-connected faculty, and strong career outcomes. Located in New York City, the School offers students unmatched access to internships, networking, and real-world learning experiences, including the annual Business Analytics Competition and Conference. With small class sizes, hands-on coursework, and a focus on ethical, data-driven leadership, O’Malley graduates are exceptionally well-prepared for success in today’s competitive business landscape.
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## Program Costs & Financial Aid
Manhattan University is committed to making a high-quality, career-focused education accessible and affordable. Through a combination of competitive tuition, robust financial aid, and our **Jasper Guarantee**, students and families can plan their education with confidence. The Jasper Guarantee locks your tuition rate for all four years—ensuring financial stability and eliminating unexpected increases as you work toward your degree.
More than 90% of Manhattan University students receive some form of financial assistance, including merit scholarships, grants, and need-based aid, significantly reducing the overall cost of attendance.
- **Tuition & Fees:** View current undergraduate rates
- **Financial Aid:** 90%+ of students receive aid
- **Scholarships:** Multiple merit- and need-based opportunities
- **Jasper Guarantee:** Your tuition rate is locked for all four years
A Manhattan University education is an investment in your future, and we are dedicated to helping you access the resources that make it possible.
[Learn More About Costs and Financial Aid](/admissions/financial-aid/)
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At Manhattan University, every undergraduate student is protected by the Jasper Guarantee, which locks your tuition rate for all four years—ensuring clarity, stability, and peace of mind as you plan your education. This promise reflects our commitment to affordability and to supporting students and families throughout their academic journey.
[Learn More About the Jasper Guarantee](/admissions/undergraduate/jasper-guarantee)
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## Admissions Information for Manhattan University
**Start Your Journey in Accounting**
Applying to Manhattan University is designed to be clear and accessible. Review the requirements below to take the next step toward your degree.
**Requirements:**
- Application & transcript
- SAT/ACT optional
- Personal statement
- Letter(s) of recommendation
**Deadlines:**
- Early Action: November 15
- Regular Decision: February 1
[Admission and Application Process](/admissions/financial-aid/)
### International Students:
Support available for visas, documentation, and English-language assessments.
[Learn More about International Financial Aid](/admissions/international/financial-aid/)
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title: "Title IX/Sexual Misconduct"
url: "/offices/title-IX/title-ix-sexual-misconduct"
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date: 2026-04-10
updated: 2026-05-28
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# Title IX/Sexual Misconduct
## Title IX/Sexual Misconduct
### What is Title IX?
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 ("Title IX") prohibits discrimination based on sex in educational programs or activities receiving federal financial assistance.
Title IX states:
> No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.
Sex discrimination and related retaliation are prohibited by Manhattan University. Members of the University community may not be subject to discrimination, harassment, or otherwise treated adversely based upon their sex. The University will not tolerate harassing, violent, intimidating, or discriminatory conduct. Any person who believes they may have been subject to sex discrimination or related retaliation should immediately contact the Title IX Coordinator.
*In accordance with Title IX and its implementing regulations, the University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its education programs and activities, including in admissions and employment.*
### Sexual Misconduct Policy
The University is committed to providing an environment not impaired by sexual misconduct, including sex discrimination and sexual harassment. Manhattan University's Sexual Misconduct Policy addresses allegations of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, in accordance with Title IX, the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, as amended by the Violence Against Women Act of 2013, Article 129-B of the New York State Education Law (“Article 129-Bâ€), the New York State Labor Law, the New York State Human Rights Law, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the New York City Human Rights Law (“NYCHRLâ€), the New York City Stop Sexual Harassment Act, and all other applicable law.
[Read the Sexual Misconduct Policy](https://manhattan.policystat.com/policy/token_access/87858761-4d65-4dab-b34f-fce4e2b59c04/)
### #### Reporting Sexual Misconduct to the University
A person may report sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, in person, by mail, email, by contacting the Title IX Coordinator directly, online using our [Title IX / Sexual Harassment General Reporting Form](https://cm.maxient.com/reportingform.php?ManhattanCollege&layout_id=3), or by any other means that result in the Title IX Coordinator receiving the report.
For employees, you should contact the Title IX Coordinator directly or submit a report online using the link above. Other than the confidential University resources outlined below, all University employees are considered mandated reports, and if informed of possible sexual misconduct, must report it to the Title IX Coordinator. Employees **must** report all relevant details (obtained directly or indirectly) about the alleged sexual misconduct to the Title IX Coordinator. Such information includes dates, times, locations, and names of parties and witnesses. Even University offices and employees who cannot guarantee confidentiality will maintain privacy to the greatest extent possible. The information you provide to a non-confidential resource will be relayed only as necessary for the Title IX Coordinator to investigate and/or seek a resolution.
Upon receipt of a report of possible sexual misconduct, the Title IX Coordinator, those assisting with an investigation, and those participating in any disciplinary proceedings, will make all reasonable efforts to maintain the privacy of those involved. The University understands that reports of this nature can be difficult, emotional, and stressful. Therefore, the University will only share information as is needed to conduct a prompt, thorough, and effective Grievance Process. All members of the University community should understand even if the Complainant declines to file an formal complaint or complaint and asks the University not to pursue an investigation, the University may still need to investigate the allegations and address the conduct. Additional information regarding this scenario is discussed in our [Sexual Misconduct Policy](https://manhattan.policystat.com/policy/token_access/87858761-4d65-4dab-b34f-fce4e2b59c04/).
If you are a student and would like to disclose an incident confidentially, you may visit the Campus Counseling Center:
Campus Counseling Center
[(718) 862-7394](tel:718-862-7394)
Miguel Hall, Room 501 (access through northern stairwell)
Monday-Friday
9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
### #### Reporting Sexual Misconduct Externally
You may report sexual misconduct internally with the University, externally, or both.
The University strongly encourages you to promptly report alleged incidents of sexual misconduct to the police. It is important to preserve evidence as may be necessary to the proof of criminal charges. Law enforcement can help ensure the preservation of evidence and facilitate a timely investigation and response. University representatives are available to assist you in notifying law enforcement of an incident of sexual misconduct and in contacting law enforcement or legal service organizations to learn about these remedies. An individual may also choose not to report an incident to law enforcement. Except in instances where the victim is under the age of 18, the University will respect a victim's decision regarding whether to report an incident to local law enforcement. Where an incident involves the suspected abuse of a minor, certain individuals at the University may have an obligation to report to law enforcement under New York State Law.
NYPD Sex Crimes Report Line: [212-267-7273](tel:212-267-7273)
New York State Police: [1-844-845-7269](tel:1-844-845-7269)
**Criminal Proceedings**
The University’s Sexual Misconduct Policy and the criminal justice system work independently from one another and the filing of a Complaint of sexual misconduct under this Policy is independent of any criminal investigation or proceeding. Thus, a law enforcement determination of whether to prosecute a Respondent is not determinative of whether the University will conduct an investigation under this Policy. Proceedings under this Policy may be carried out prior to, simultaneously with, or following civil or criminal proceedings.The University will not wait for the conclusion of any criminal investigation or proceedings to commence its own investigation or to take any necessary interim measures to protect the Complainant and the University community. However, the University may temporarily delay its investigation to enable law enforcement to gather evidence and to engage in a preliminary investigation of sexual misconduct matters that may also violate the state criminal code. This delay should not last longer than 10 days unless law enforcement specifically requests a longer delay.
**Civil Proceedings**
A Complainant and/or Reporting Individual has the right to receive assistance from appropriate University representatives in initiating legal proceedings in family court or civil court.
For more information, please contact the Title IX Coordinator or visit our [Sexual Misconduct Policy](https://manhattan.policystat.com/policy/token_access/87858761-4d65-4dab-b34f-fce4e2b59c04/).
### #### Resources Available to The University Community
**Confidential Resources**
To speak with someone at Manhattan University on a confidential basis, the following options are available (to students only) free of charge:
Counselors in the Manhattan University Counseling Center
Miguel Hall, Room 501 (access through the northern stairwell)
[(718) 862-7394](tel:718-862-7394)
Monday - Friday
9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m
[Nurse Practitioners at Health Services](https://inside.manhattan.edu/student-life/health-services/index.php)
Alumni Hall, Room 104
[718-862-7217](tel:718-862-7217)
Monday-Friday
9AM-4:30PM
[Campus Ministry and Social Action](https://inside.manhattan.edu/student-life/cmsa/index.php)
Miguel Hall, Room 209
[718-862-7142](tel:718-862-7142)
Monday-Friday
9AM-4:30PM
Employees have access to our EAP, ACI Specialty Benefits, which can be accessed at: [885-775-4357 ](tel:885-775-4357%20)(Phone), 858-224-2094 (Text), , or . The Company Code is: RSLI859. The EAP benefits are provided at no additional cost to employees.
**Local Medical Resources (not free of charge – charges may be paid out of pocket or by insurance):**
- [NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center](https://www.nyp.org/clinical-services/social-work/domestic-and-other-violence-emergencies/dove-sexual-assault-forensic-examiner-program)
- [Manhattan University Health Services](https://inside.manhattan.edu/student-life/health-services/index.php)
**24/7 Confidential Hotlines (free of charge):**
- [Day One](https://www.dayoneny.org/) (sexual assault & trauma resource center)
[(800) 494-8100](tel:800-494-8100) (24/7)
- [Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network (RAINN) crisis hotline](https://hotline.rainn.org/online/) (queer and trans affirming sexual assault hotline)
[(800) 656-HOPE](tel:800-656-4673) (24/7)
- [The National Domestic Violence Hotline](https://www.thehotline.org/)
[(800) 799-7233](tel:800-799-7233)
- [RAPE Crisis Hotline](http://nyscasa.org/responding/crisiscenters)
[(914) 345-9111](tel:914-345-9111)
- [Safe Horizon's Rape, Sexual Assault, and Incest Hotline](http://www.safehorizon.org/index/get-help-8/call-our-hotlines-51.html)
[(212) 227-3000](tel:212-227-3000)
- Safe Horizon Domestic Violence Hotline
[(800) 621-HOPE (4673)](tel:800-621-4673)
- [Domestic & Other Violence Emergencies (DOVE) Program](http://www.nyp.org/clinical-services/social-work/domestic-and-other-violence-emergencies), New York Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Medical Center
[(212) 305-9060 ](tel:212-305-9060%C2%A0)
- Gay & Lesbian Anti-Violence Project
[(212) 714-1141](tel:212-714-1141)
- Crime Victim's Hotline
[(212) 577-7777](tel:212-577-7777)
- New York State Domestic Violence Hotline
[(800) 942-6906](/800-942-6906)
- New York State Office of Victim Services
[(800) 247-8035](tel:800-247-8035)
[www.ovs.ny.gov](https://www.ovs.ny.gov)
**Non-Confidential University Resources:**
Title IX Office
Memorial Hall 101
[(718) 862-7724](tel:718-862-7724)
Dean of Students Office
[(718) 862-6995](tel:718-862-6995)
Thomas Hall, 5th Fl.
Human Resources Office
[(718) 862-7392](tel:718-862-7392)
Public Safety Office
[(718) 862-7333](tel:718-862-7333) (available 24/7)
Jasper Hall, 1st Fl.
### #### Sexual Assault Forensic Examiners
In instances involving physical injury or sexual assault, the University strongly encourages a person to obtain a medical examination to determine the extent of injuries. It is also important to understand that physical evidence collected in a rape examination (i.e., rape kit) is a way to preserve evidence should anyone want to pursue criminal charges with the police or a local prosecutor at a later time. A hospital, with the individual's permission, will collect physical evidence in a sexual offense evidence collection kit.
The University community has access to Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners via the Domestic & Other Violence Emergencies (DOVE) Program at New York Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Medical Center.
Tel: [(800) 494-8100](tel:800-494-8100)
Email:
### #### Amnesty for Alcohol and Drug Use
The University has adopted the following drug and alcohol amnesty policy under NY Educational Law Article 129B.
The health and safety of every student at Manhattan University is of utmost importance. Manhattan University recognizes that students who have been drinking and/or using drugs (whether such use is voluntary or involuntary) at the time that violence, including but not limited to domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, or sexual assault occurs may be hesitant to report such incidents due to fear of potential consequences for their own conduct. Manhattan University strongly encourages students to report domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, or sexual assault to institution officials. A bystander acting in good faith or a reporting individual acting in good faith that discloses any incident of domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, or sexual assault to Manhattan University officials or law enforcement will not be subject to Manhattan University’s code of conduct action for violations of alcohol and/or drug use policies occurring at or near the time of the commission of the domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, or sexual assault.
### #### Affirmative Consent
The University has adopted the following definition of Affirmative Consent under NY Educational Law Article 129-B.
Affirmative Consent is defined as, a knowing, voluntary, and mutual decision among all participants to engage in sexual activity. Consent can be given by words or actions, as long as those words or actions create clear permission regarding willingness to engage in the sexual activity. Silence or lack of resistance, in and of itself, does not demonstrate consent. The definition of consent does not vary based upon a participant's sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.
- Consent to any sexual act or prior consensual sexual activity between or with any party does not necessarily constitute consent to any other sexual act.
- Consent is required regardless of whether the person initiating the act is under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol.
- Consent may be initially given but withdrawn at any time.
- Consent cannot be given when a person is incapacitated, which occurs when an individual lacks the ability to knowingly choose to participate in sexual activity. Incapacitation may be caused by the lack of consciousness or being asleep, being involuntarily restrained, or if an individual otherwise cannot consent. Depending on the degree of intoxication, someone who is under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or other intoxicants may be incapacitated and therefore unable to consent.
- Consent cannot be given when it is the result of any coercion, intimidation, force, or threat of harm.
- When consent is withdrawn or can no longer be given, sexual activity must stop.
### #### Prohibited Conduct
According to the Policy, prohibited conduct includes the following behavior, as well as attempts to commit the below behavior. Please note, that some prohibited conduct has been designated as "non-Title IX" to differentiate it from conduct defined in the 2020 Title IX Regulations.
**Dating Violence (non-Title IX):** Violence committed by a person who is or has been in a social relationship of a romantic or intimate nature with the Complainant. The existence of such a relationship shall be determined based on a consideration of the following factors: (i) the length of the relationship; (ii) the type of the relationship; and (iii) the frequency of interaction between the persons involved in the relationship.
**Discrimination Based on Pregnancy or Childbirth:** The adverse treatment of an individual based on such individual's actual or perceived pregnancy, childbirth, false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, or recovery therefrom.
**Discrimination Based on Sexual and Reproductive Health Decisions:** The adverse treatment of an individual based on such individual's actual or perceived decision to receive services, which are arranged for or offered or provided to individuals relating to sexual and reproductive health, including the reproductive system and its functions. Such services include, but are not limited to, fertility-related medical procedures, sexually transmitted disease prevention, testing, and treatment, and family planning services and counseling, such as birth control drugs and supplies, emergency contraception, sterilization procedures, pregnancy testing, and abortion.
**Discrimination Based on Status as a Victim of Domestic Violence, Sex Offenses or Stalking:** The adverse treatment of an individual based on such individual's actual or perceived status as a victim of domestic violence, or as a victim of sex offenses or stalking.
**Domestic Violence (non-Title IX):** Violence committed by a current or former spouse or intimate partner of the Complainant, by a person with whom the Complainant shares a child in common, by a person who is cohabitating with or has cohabitated with the Complainant as a spouse or intimate partner, by a person similarly situated to a spouse of the victim under New York domestic or family violence laws, or by any other person against an adult or youth Complainant who is protected from that person's acts under New York domestic or family violence laws.
**Incest (non-Title IX):** Sexual intercourse between persons who are related to each other within the degrees wherein marriage is prohibited by law.
**NYSHRL Sexual Harassment:** The NYSHRL Sexual Harassment prohibition applies to all employees, applicants for employment, interns, whether paid or unpaid, contractors, and persons conducting business, regardless of immigration status, with the University. Please see Appendix C for the definition of NYSHRL sexual harassment and related information.
**NYSHRL Retaliation:** The NYSHRL Retaliation prohibition applies to all employees, applicants for employment, interns, whether paid or unpaid, contractors, and persons conducting business, regardless of immigration status, with the University. Please see Appendix C for the definition of NYSHRL Retaliation and related information.
**Quid Pro Quo Sexual Harassment (non-Title IX):** One individual conditioning the provision of an aid, benefit, item, or service on another individual's participation in unwelcome sexual conduct. This definition includes an employee of the University conditioning the provision of an aid, benefit, or service of the University on an individual's participation in unwelcome sexual conduct.
**Retaliation (non-Title IX):** Any adverse action taken against an individual for making a good faith report of a violation of the Policy, filing a good faith formal complaint or complaint in relation to a violation of the Policy, or participating in any investigation or proceeding under the Policy. Retaliation includes threatening, intimidating, coercing, harassing or any other conduct that would discourage a reasonable person from engaging in activity protected under the Policy.
**Sexual Assault (non-Title IX):** Engaging in the following sexual acts without affirmative consent, including instances where the victim is incapable of giving consent:
- Vaginal, anal, or oral sexual intercourse with another person;
- Inserting an object or instrument, however slight, into the genital or anal openings of the body of another person;
- Intentionally touching the sexual or intimate body parts of another person, directly, through material, or through the use of an object, or making a person touch their own sexual or intimate body parts or those of another person, for the purpose of sexual arousal, sexual gratification, humiliation, degradation, or abuse; or
- Intentionally touching another person's body, or making a person touch themselves or another person, for the purpose of sexual arousal, sexual gratification, humiliation, degradation, or abuse.
**Sex Discrimination:** Any adverse treatment or conduct that denies a person access to, the benefits of, or the ability to participate in any University education program or activity on the basis of sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression.
**Sexual Exhibitionism:** Engaging in sexually explicit activity in public spaces, including online.
**Sexual Exploitation:** Abuse or non-consensual use of another person's sexuality or nudity without consent, including situations where the person is incapable of giving consent, for the perpetrator's own advantage or benefit, or for the benefit or advantage of anyone other than the one being exploited. Specific conduct that constitutes sexual exploitation could, but does not necessarily, constitute Title IX Sexual Harassment as defined herein. Examples of sexual exploitation include but are not limited to:
- Prostituting or causing the prostitution of another individual
- Peeping/Voyeurism: intentionally watching, observing, photographing, videotaping, audio recording, or in any other way recording:
- an individual who is undressing
- the sexual activity of another individual
- another individual who is in a state of undress (completely or partially naked)
- another individual in a place and time where such person has a reasonable expectation of privacy, such as a bathroom or shower or changing room
- Exceeding the boundaries of consent with another individual (such as permitting others to secretly observe you engaging in sex acts with another individual)
- Inducing or attempting to induce incapacitation in another individual for purposes of compromising that individual's ability to give Affirmative Consent to sexual activity, such as by administering alcohol or drugs (such as "date rape" drugs) to another person without their knowledge or consent for the purpose of sexual activity
- Knowingly exposing another person to a sexually transmitted infection or virus without the other individual's knowledge
- Disseminating, streaming or posting sexual activity of any form on social media or any other public forum without permission from the other individual
- Non-consensual texting of sexual activity or images of another individual
- Distributing intimate sexual information about another individual
**Sexual Harassment (non-Title IX):** Unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that is severe, pervasive, or persistent, including but not limited to sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature where:
Submission to or rejection of such conduct is made either explicitly or implicitly a term or condition of a person's employment, academic standing, or status in a program, course, or activity; or
Submission to or rejection of such conduct by a person is used as the basis for employment or educational decisions affecting that person, or for academic evaluation, grades, or advancement; or
Such conduct is sufficiently severe, pervasive, or persistent to have the purpose or reasonable effect of interfering with a person's work or educational performance, or of creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work, academic, residential, or educational environment.
Stalking (non-Title IX): Engaging in a course of conduct directed at a specific person that would cause a reasonable person to: (i) fear for their safety or the safety of others; or (ii) suffer substantial emotional distress.
As used in this definition:
"Course of conduct" means two or more acts, including acts in which the Respondent, directly, indirectly, or through third parties, by any method monitors, observes, follows, surveils, threatens, or communicates to or about a person or interferes with a person's property.
"Reasonable person" means a reasonable person under similar circumstances and with similar identities to the Complainant
"Substantial emotional distress" means significant mental anguish or suffering that may, but does not necessarily, require professional treatment or counseling.
**Stealthing:** The act of removing a condom during sexual intercourse without affirmative consent of the sexual partner, or the act of intentionally misleading a sexual partner to believe a condom is being used during sexual intercourse when it is not.
**Title IX Retaliation:** Intimidating, threatening, coercing, or discriminating against any individual for the purpose of interfering with an individual's right or privilege secured by Title IX and 34 C.F.R. Part 106, or because the individual has made a report or complaint, testified, assisted, or participated or refused to participate in any manner in an investigation, proceeding, or hearing under 34 C.F.R. Part 106. Intimidation, threats, coercion, or discrimination, including charges against an individual for code of conduct violations that do not involve sex discrimination or sexual harassment, but arise out of the same facts or circumstances as a report or complaint of sex discrimination, or a report or formal complaint of sexual harassment, for the purpose of interfering with any right or privilege secured by Title IX or the corresponding regulations, constitutes retaliation.
The exercise of rights protected under the First Amendment does not constitute retaliation prohibited under this subsection of the Policy. Charging an individual with a code of conduct violation for making a materially false statement in bad faith in the course of a grievance proceeding under 34 C.F.R. Part 106 does not constitute retaliation under this subsection of the Policy, provided, however, that a determination regarding responsibility, alone, is not sufficient to conclude that any Party made a materially false statement in bad faith.
**Title VII Retaliation:** In accordance with Title VII, the University will not discriminate against any of its employees or applicants for employment because of the employee's or applicant's opposition to any practice made an unlawful employment practice by Title VII, or because the employee or applicant made a charge, testified, assisted, or participated in any investigation, proceeding, or hearing under Title VII.
**Title IX Sexual Harassment:** Conduct on the basis of sex, occurring in an education program or activity of the University against a person in the United States, that satisfies one or more of the following:
An employee of the University conditioning the provision of an aid, benefit, or service of the University on an individual's participation in unwelcome sexual conduct;
Unwelcome conduct determined by a reasonable person to be so severe, pervasive, and objectively offensive that it effectively denies a person equal access to the University's education program or activity; or
"Sexual assault" as defined in 20 U.S.C § 1092(f)(6)(A)(v), "dating violence" as defined in 34 U.S.C. § 12291(a)(10), "domestic violence" as defined in 34 U.S.C. § 12291(a)(8), or "stalking" as defined in 34 U.S.C. § 12291(a)(30).
At the time of filing a formal complaint for Title IX Sexual Harassment, a Complainant must be participating in or attempting to participate in the education program or activity of the University.
Title VII Sexual Harassment: Sexual harassment means unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature when:
- Submission to such conduct is made either explicitly or implicitly a term or condition of an individual's employment;
- Submission to or rejection of such conduct by an individual is used as the basis for employment decisions affecting such individual; or
- Such conduct has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with an individual's work performance or creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive working environment.
### #### Supportive Measures
Supportive measures are non-disciplinary, non-punitive individualized services offered, free of charge, by the University to the Complainant or the Respondent as appropriate and reasonably available. Participating in the Grievance Process, including an investigation, and/or reporting the incident to University Security or local law enforcement is not required to obtain supportive measures. Supportive measures may be offered before or after the filing of a formal complaint or complaint or when a report is made but no formal complaint or complaint is ever filed. They are designed to restore or preserve equal access to the University's education program or activity without unreasonably burdening the other Party and include measures designed to protect the safety of all Parties or the University's educational environment or deter sexual misconduct.
Supportive measures are available regardless of whether a Complainant pursues a formal complaint or complaint under the Policy. When the University receives a report of alleged sexual misconduct, the Title IX Coordinator will promptly contact the Complainant to discuss and offer supportive measures. The Complainant will be informed of their right to request supportive measures with or without the filing of a formal complaint or complaint. The Title IX Coordinator will consider the Complainant's wishes when determining which supportive measures to implement. Any supportive measures that are punitive or which restrict the rights of the Respondent require a finding of responsibility via the Grievance Process prior to their implementation.
Supportive measures will also be available to Respondents. The Title IX Coordinator will reach out to Respondents to offer supportive measures once a formal complaint or complaint has been filed and a Notice of Allegations has been sent.
Supportive measures range from services such as counseling or medical services to withdrawals or leaves of absence. Supportive measures may include but are not limited to:
- Modifications in class schedule, housing arrangements, and/or work arrangements
- This may include remote or hybrid class work
- Extensions of deadlines or other course-related adjustments
- Campus escort services
- Mutual No-Contact Orders
- Academic, counseling, or medical services
- Allowing the parties to retake or withdraw from a course without penalty
- Providing leaves of absence
- Changing academic, living, transportation, and working situations
The University will provide information about provided supportive measures only to those having a need to know such information to implement the supportive measures; otherwise, any supportive measures provided to the Complainant or Respondent are confidential. Faculty generally must permit the supportive measures approved by the Title IX Coordinator absent or showing of infeasibility.
The Title IX Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the effective implementation of supportive measures. The Respondent and/or the Complainant will, upon request, be afforded a prompt review, reasonable under the circumstances, of the need for and terms of any supportive measure that affects them, including potential modification. The Respondent and/or Complainant will be allowed to submit evidence in support of his or her request. Upon receipt of such a request, Title IX Coordinator will inform the other Party of the request and allow the other Party to respond in writing and to submit evidence relevant to the request if desired. Violation(s) of the Title IX Coordinator's directives and/or protective actions will constitute related offenses that may lead to additional disciplinary action.
For more information about Supportive Measures, please visit our [Sexual Misconduct Policy](https://manhattan.policystat.com/policy/token_access/87858761-4d65-4dab-b34f-fce4e2b59c04/).
### #### No Contact Orders
The University may impose a No Contact Order, which typically will include a directive that the Parties refrain from having contact with one another, directly or through proxies, whether in person or via electronic means, pending the investigation and, if applicable, the hearing. All no-contact orders will be mutual – i.e., neither Party involved will be permitted to contact the other Party - unless the University determines, in its discretion and after a fact-specific analysis, that a non-mutual order is appropriate.
The Title IX Coordinator will issue any no-contact order in writing, specifying the terms of the no-contact order, including the Parties' responsibilities.
The Parties may request a prompt review, reasonable under the circumstances, of the need for and terms of the No Contact Order, including potential modification, and may submit evidence in support of the request. This request should be made in writing to the Title IX Coordinator. Upon receipt of such a request, Title IX Coordinator will inform the other Party of the request and allow the other Party to respond in writing and to submit evidence relevant to the request if desired. The University will conduct a prompt review, reasonable under the circumstances, in response to such request.
An individual who wishes to report a violation of a No-Contact Order can contact the Title IX Coordinator. Individuals who violate a no-contact order issued pursuant to the Policy may be subject to discipline. Sanctions may include, but are not limited to, expulsion or termination from the University.
For more information on No Contact Orders, please visit our [Sexual Misconduct Polic](https://manhattan.policystat.com/policy/token_access/87858761-4d65-4dab-b34f-fce4e2b59c04/)y.
### #### Grievance Procedures
**Filing a Formal Complaint**
To initiate the Grievance Process (which includes both the Informal Resolution Process and the Formal Resolution Process), a formal complaint or complaint must be filed. A formal complaint or complaint means either a formal complaint of Title IX Sexual Harassment or a complaint of any other sexual misconduct or related retaliation. The filing procedure for a formal complaint and a complaint is the same; the only difference is the name of the formal document that is filed to initiate proceedings. The Title IX Coordinator can aid the Complainant in filing the document.
A complaint or formal complaint may be filed with the Title IX Coordinator at any time (even during non-business hours) in person, by mail, or by electronic mail, by using the contact information. Once a complaint or formal complaint is received by the University, it will be reviewed by the Title IX Coordinator. If a complaint or formal complaint is submitted that does not contain the requisite information and/or signature, the Title IX Coordinator will reach out to the Complainant to explain the deficiencies and instruct the Complainant regarding the process and information needed to properly file a complaint or formal complaint.
**Requests for Confidentiality**
If a Reporting Individual, who may or may not be the Complainant, discloses an incident to a non-confidential University employee, but wishes to maintain confidentiality or does not consent to the University's request to initiate an investigation, the Title IX Coordinator will weigh the request against the University's obligation to provide a safe, non-discriminatory environment for all members of its community.
In certain circumstances, the University may not approve a request to not investigate. A request to not proceed with the Grievance Process will be honored unless the Title IX Coordinator determines in good faith that: (1) failure to investigate the allegations would not adequately mitigate a potential risk of harm to the reporting individual or the community; or (2) for Title IX Sexual Harassment only, not filing a formal complaint would be clearly unreasonable in light of the known circumstances.
When determining whether a request for confidentiality can be honored, the Title IX Coordinator will consider a range of factors, including, but not limited to, the following:
- Whether there have been other sexual misconduct complaints about the same Respondent;
- Whether there is an increased risk that the Respondent will commit additional acts of violence;
- Whether the Respondent has a history of conviction from a prior school indicating a history of violence;
- Whether the University has other means to obtain relevant evidence (e.g., security cameras or personal, physical evidence).
- Whether the incident represents an escalation in unlawful conduct on behalf of the Respondent from previously noted behavior;
- Whether the sexual misconduct was committed by multiple Respondents;
- Whether the Complainant's report reveals a pattern of perpetration (e.g., via illicit use of drugs or alcohol) at a given location or by a particular group;
- Whether the alleged sexual misconduct was perpetrated with a weapon or force; and
- The age of the Complainant.
If, after considering these factors, the University determines that an investigation is required, the Title IX Coordinator will sign a complaint or formal complaint, as appropriate, and the University will inform the Complainant and/or Reporting Individual and take immediate action necessary to protect and assist the Complainant and/or Reporting Individual. The University will take all reasonable steps to investigate and respond to the complaint while maintaining the Complainant's privacy to the greatest extent possible.
A Complainant is entitled to supportive measures regardless of whether the Grievance Process, including an investigation, is pursued; however, no disciplinary sanctions or other actions that are not supportive measures may be imposed on a Respondent prior to a finding of responsibility.
A Complainant who initially declined to pursue the Grievance Process may later initiate the Grievance Process by filing a complaint or formal complaint. Likewise, a Complainant who began the Grievance Process is under no obligation to continue with that process and may withdraw the complaint or formal complaint at any time.
**Presumption and Expectations**
There is a presumption that the Respondent is not responsible for the alleged conduct unless a determination regarding responsibility is made at the conclusion of the Grievance Process.
Parties whose participation is invited or expected at a hearing, investigative interview, or other meeting will be provided written notice of the date, time, location, participants, and purpose of said event prior to the event. The University encourages all members of the University community to cooperate with the University during the various processes outlined in the Policy, however individuals will not be penalized by the University for declining to participate in the processes.
The University does, however, expect all members of the University community to respond in a timely manner to requests from the Title IX Coordinator or Investigator, even if that response is to inform them that you are declining to participate in the process. Further, individuals are expected to provide information in good faith; knowingly providing false information or making false allegations is strictly prohibited and is subject to discipline.
**Standard of Evidence**
The standard for decisions under this Policy is a preponderance of the evidence, meaning that it is reasonable to conclude, based on the evidence presented, that it is more likely than not that a violation of this Policy occurred. The burden of proof as well as the burden to gather evidence sufficient to reach a determination regarding responsibility rests on the University and not the Parties
**Timeframe**
Unless there is good cause for temporary delay(s) or limited extension(s), the University will promptly conclude aspects of the Grievance Process within the following timeframes:
1. The Formal Resolution Process, including the investigation, hearing, and finding of responsibility but excluding time spent on informal processes or appeal, will be concluded within 90 business days of the complaint or formal complaint being filed.
2. Appeals will be concluded within 30 business days of the filing of an appeal.
3. Informal resolutions will be concluded within 30 business days of receiving both Parties' voluntary, written consent to the informal resolution process.
Good cause may include, but is not limited to, absence or unavailability of a Party, advisor, or witness; concurrent law enforcement activity; or the need for language assistance or accommodation of disabilities. In the case of a temporary delay of the Grievance Process or a limited extension of time frames for good cause, the University will provide the Complainant and Respondent with written notice of such delay or extension and the reasons for the action.
Please note that, while the University must attempt to accommodate the schedules of Parties and witnesses throughout the Grievance Process in order to provide Parties with a meaningful opportunity to exercise the rights granted to them under Title IX, the University is also obligated to meet its designated timeframes and may proceed with and conclude the Grievance Process even in the absence of a Party or witness.
**Grievance Process and Procedures**
The Grievance Process applies to all formal complaints and complaints. In other words, the same processes are used to resolve formal complaints of Title IX Sexual Harassment and complaints of all other sexual misconduct and related retaliation. The Grievance Process will provide a prompt, fair, and impartial investigation and resolution. The University will promptly and equitably respond to all allegations involving sexual misconduct or related retaliation.
**Notice of Allegations**
Once the University receives a formal complaint or complaint, written notice of the following information will be sent to Parties who are known:
- A copy of the Policy, including the Grievance Process.
- The specific provision(s) of the Policy or laws alleged to have been violated.
- The allegations of conduct potentially constituting sexual misconduct, including Title IX sexual harassment, containing sufficient details known at the time and with sufficient time to prepare a response before any initial interview. Sufficient details include the identities of the Parties involved in the incident, if known, the conduct allegedly constituting the sexual misconduct, and the date, time, and location of the alleged incident, if known.
- The sanction or sanctions that may be imposed on the Respondent.
- The Respondent is presumed not responsible for the alleged conduct and a determination regarding responsibility is made at the conclusion of the grievance process.
- The Parties may have an advisor of their choice, who may be, but is not required to be, an attorney, and may inspect and review evidence.
- Any provision in the University’s code of conduct that prohibits knowingly making false statements or knowingly submitting false information during the Grievance Process.
- The University’s prohibition against retaliation.
**Informal Resolution**
Parties who do not wish to proceed through the Formal Resolution Process may choose to resolve a formal complaint or complaint through the Informal Resolution Process. Generally, the Informal Resolution Process is less time intensive than an investigation and hearing process while still allowing an opportunity for members to address their concerns and actively participate in the resolution of their complaint.
A formal complaint or complaint must be filed before an Informal Resolution Process can begin. The Informal Resolution Process is not available for formal complaints alleging Title IX Sexual Harassment where the Respondent is an employee and the Complainant is a student. All other formal complaints and complaints are eligible for Informal Resolution if the Parties voluntarily consent to the Informal Resolution Process. The University does not require as a condition of enrollment or continuing enrollment, or employment or continuing employment, or enjoyment of any other right, waiver of the right to an investigation and adjudication of complaints of sexual misconduct or formal complaints of Title IX sexual harassment. The University does not require either party to undergo an informal resolution.
The informal resolution will be conducted by a member of the University's Title IX Team, who is well-trained on such processes. The facilitator will not have a conflict of interest or bias. An informal resolution may encompass a broad range of conflict resolution strategies, including, but not limited to, arbitration, mediation, shuttle diplomacy, or restorative justice. The informal process does not necessarily require the parties to meet or directly interact with each other. The Complainant and the Respondent each may be accompanied by an advisor during the Informal Resolution Process. Advisors are subject to the restrictions (see our Policy for details).
The Title IX Coordinator will be responsible for determining whether the Informal Resolution Process is appropriate by assessing the totality of the circumstances including, but not limited to, the severity of the alleged sexual misconduct, the Parties' wishes, and the potential risks to the campus community. If a formal complaint or complaint is eligible for the Informal Resolution Process, the process may begin at any time prior to a determination regarding responsibility being reached. Prior to beginning the process, the University must:
- Provide to the Parties a written notice disclosing:
the allegations;
- the requirements of the informal resolution process including the circumstances under which it precludes the Parties from resuming a formal complaint arising from the same allegations, provided, however, that at any time prior to agreeing to a resolution, any Party has the right to withdraw from the informal resolution process and resume the grievance process with respect to the formal complaint or complaint; and
- any consequences resulting from participating in the informal resolution process, including the records that will be maintained or could be shared; and
- Obtain the Parties' voluntary, written consent to the Informal Resolution Process.
Any Party may, at any point, choose to withdraw from the Informal Resolution Process and resume the Formal Resolution Process.
The Process for doing so is outlined further below.
### Procedure
If any Party is interested in utilizing the Informal Resolution Process, that Party must notify the Title IX Coordinator in writing. Once the Title IX Coordinator receives notice that a Party is interested in the Informal Resolution Process, the Title IX Coordinator will reach out to the other Parties to see if they are interested in utilizing the Informal Resolution Process.
If all Parties indicate that they are interested in utilizing the Informal Resolution Process, the Title IX Coordinator will send all Parties written notice stating:
1. the allegations;
2. the requirements of the Informal Resolution Process, including the circumstances under which it precludes the Parties from resuming a formal complaint or complaint arising from the same allegations;
3. that all Parties have the right to withdraw from an Informal Resolution Process at any time prior to agreeing to the resolution and resume the Formal Resolution Process for the formal complaint or complaint;
4. any consequences resulting from participating in the Informal Resolution Process, including the records that will be maintained or could be shared; and
5. that any Party may schedule a meeting with the Title IX Coordinator to discuss the informal resolution process prior to deciding whether they want to participate.
The Title IX Coordinator will ask each Party to review the written notice and then, if the Party is still interested in utilizing the Informal Resolution Process, provide their voluntary, written consent to the Informal Resolution Process. If any Party is no longer interested in utilizing the Informal Resolution Process, the Informal Resolution Process may not be used at that time; the Title IX Coordinator will inform all Parties that, because all Parties do not consent to using the Informal Resolution Process, the Formal Resolution Process will continue.
If all Parties provide voluntary, written consent to participate in the Informal Resolution Process, the Title IX Coordinator will notify the Parties in writing that the Informal Resolution Process will be utilized and provide the contact information for the facilitator. The Parties will have 30 business days from the date of the Title IX Coordinator receives both Parties' voluntary, written consent to the Informal Resolution Process to reach an Informal Resolution Agreement. However, Parties and/or the facilitator may request an extension of time for good cause. The Title IX Coordinator will determine whether an extension for good cause will be granted.
If at any time any Party wishes to end the Informal Resolution Process, a written notice must be submitted to the Title IX Coordinator. If an agreement was not initially reached and the Parties later wish to attempt an Informal Resolution Process again, the Title IX Coordinator will have sole discretion to decide whether to reopen the Informal Resolution Process. Additionally, at any time during the Informal Resolution Process, the Title IX Coordinator may determine the Informal Resolution Process is no longer appropriate and may require the matter to be resolved through the Formal Resolution Process.
### Informal Resolution Agreements
If the parties can reach a mutually satisfactory resolution, the matter will be considered final without involving a full formal investigation and hearing determination. Any resolution reached through the Informal Resolution Process must be approved by the Title IX Coordinator. If the resolution is accepted by the parties and the University, an Informal Resolution Agreement will be signed by the Parties and the Title IX Coordinator. At that point, the agreed upon sanctions will be promptly implemented. If the resolution is rejected by the Title IX Coordinator, no Informal Resolution Agreement will be signed. Parties may then attempt to reach another resolution that is acceptable to the Title IX Coordinator or can resume the Formal Resolution Process.
The Respondent may, but is not required to, admit to violating the Policy in an Informal Resolution Agreement. If the Respondent admits to violating the Policy, that admission will serve as a finding of responsibility and, in addition to any agreed upon sanctions, transcript notations may be required. More information on required transcript notations is below. Once the Informal Resolution Agreement is signed, the case will be considered closed. There is no appeal from a signed Informal Resolution Agreement.
If no Informal Resolution Agreement is signed, the Formal Resolution Process will resume. Any statements or disclosures made during the Informal Resolution Process will not be considered in the Formal Resolution Process.
The Respondent may, but is not required to, admit to violating the Policy in an Informal Resolution Agreement. If the Respondent admits to violating the Policy, that admission will serve as a finding of responsibility and, in addition to any agreed upon sanctions, transcript notations may be required. More information on required transcript notations is below. Once the Informal Resolution Agreement is signed, the case will be considered closed. There is no appeal from a signed Informal Resolution Agreement.
If no Informal Resolution Agreement is signed, the Formal Resolution Process will resume. Any statements or disclosures made during the Informal Resolution Process will not be considered in the Formal Resolution Process.
### Formal Resolution
**Investigation**
The University must investigate the allegations in a formal complaint or complaint. The investigation will be conducted in an impartial, prompt, thorough, fair, timely, and respectful manner. Notice of the commencement of an investigation will be provided. Throughout the investigation, the Respondent is presumed "Not Responsible" for violating the Policy.
After the Notice of Allegations has been sent, the Title IX Coordinator will assign an appropriately trained investigator(s) to conduct the investigation (the "Investigator"). Where circumstances warrant, the Title IX Coordinator may determine that an individual external to the University will be assigned as the Investigator(s). The Title IX Coordinator may also serve as the Investigator. A Party wishing to challenge the selection of the Investigator must notify the Title IX Coordinator, in writing, within 2 business days of receipt of the name and contact information of the Investigator, stating the specific reason(s) for the Party's objection. The Title IX Coordinator will determine whether the challenge has merit, and reserves discretion to make changes to the individual(s) assigned as the Investigator(s). If the Title IX Coordinator is the Investigator, objections should be submitted to, and will be determined by, Mr. Goldie Adele, Chief Compliance Officer at or [718-862-7741](tel:718-862-7741). No Investigator will have a conflict of interest or bias.
The Investigator(s) will meet with the Complainant and the Respondent to gather as much information as possible. The Investigator(s) will also meet with any witnesses or individuals who the Investigator(s) determine may have relevant information about the conduct at issue. The University will notify the parties in writing prior to any meeting they are required or eligible to attend. The role of the Investigator(s) is to interview all Parties and witnesses, collect any evidence, and create an Investigative Report to submit to the Title IX Coordinator. The Investigator(s) will not offer any recommendations on responsibility or sanctions, simply serve as a fact finder.
During the investigation, the University has the burden of proof and the burden of gathering evidence sufficient to reach a determination regarding responsibility. The University cannot access, consider, disclose, or otherwise use in the Grievance Process a Party's records that are made or maintained by a physician, psychiatrist, psychologist, or other recognized professional or paraprofessional acting in the professional's or paraprofessional's capacity, or assisting in that capacity, and which are made and maintained in connection with the provision of treatment to the Party, unless the University obtains voluntary, written consent from that Party (or, if the Party is not an eligible student, that Party's parent) to do so. Questions or evidence that constitute, or seek disclosure of, information protected under a legally recognized privilege are not permitted in the grievance process unless the person holding such privilege has waived that privilege. Both Parties may also exclude any prior sexual history with persons other than the parties involved in the current conduct process.
Neither Party is restricted from discussing the allegations or gathering and presenting evidence. While the burden of gathering evidence related to the allegation lies with the University, it is important for Parties to preserve all evidence associated with the conduct or that might help others understand what happened. Such evidence can include text messages, Facebook or Instagram posts, photos, voicemails, emails, or items of clothing. If relevant evidence is destroyed by a Party, the Hearing Panel can take that into account in assessing the credibility of the Parties and the weight of evidence in the case.
Both Parties have the right to provide evidence to the Investigator, present information in the context of the investigation, recommend fact and expert witnesses, and present other inculpatory or exculpatory evidence. Both Parties will have an equal opportunity to inspect and review any evidence as part of the investigation that is directly related to the allegations in a formal complaint or complaint, including the evidence upon which the University does not intend to rely on reaching a determination regarding responsibility, and inculpatory or exculpatory evidence whether obtained from a Party or other source. Both Parties have the right to review and present available evidence in the case file, or otherwise in the possession or control of the institution, and relevant to the case.
Both the Respondent and the Complainant will be updated throughout the investigation process.
At the close of an investigation, the Investigator(s) will prepare a case file, which will include all collected evidence that is directly related to the allegations raised in the formal complaint or complaint, including the evidence upon which the University does not intend to rely in reaching a determination of responsibility and any inculpatory or exculpatory evidence, whether obtained from a Party or other source as part of the investigation. The Investigator(s) will also prepare a draft investigation report that fairly summarizes relevant evidence. Prior to finalizing the investigative report, each Party and their advisor, if any, will be sent the evidence subject to inspection and review in an electronic format or a hard copy, and will have 10 business days to submit a written response. The Investigator will consider these responses prior to finalizing the investigative report.
Once the investigative report is finalized, an electronic or hard copy of the final investigative report will be sent to each Party and their advisor, if any, at least 10 business days prior to the hearing for their review and written response. Parties must submit their written responses at least 5 days before the hearing. The Parties and their advisors, if any, will be provided with the other Party's written response to the final investigative report, if any, in electronic format or hard copy prior to the hearing.
If the matter proceeds to a live hearing as described below, the Title IX Coordinator will forward the case file, the final investigation report, and the Parties' responses to the investigative report to the Hearing Panel for their review prior to the hearing.
**Hearing**
A live hearing is required. The Title IX Coordinator will appoint a Hearing Panel comprised of three (3) members to preside over the hearing. The Hearing Panel will be chosen from a pool of designated and trained faculty and staff at the University and is charged with fairly, promptly, and impartially determining, based upon a preponderance of evidence, whether it is more likely than not that the Policy has been violated. Where circumstances warrant, the Title IX Coordinator may determine that an individual external to the University will be assigned to the Hearing Panel. The Hearing Panel members will not have a conflict of interest or bias. Neither the Title IX Coordinator nor the Investigator are permitted to serve as members of the Hearing Panel.
The Title IX Coordinator will provide written notice at least five **(5) business days** before the hearing date to the Parties. The written notice will include, at a minimum:
- The date, time, and place of the hearing;
- The participants in the hearing (including but not limited to the Parties, witnesses, etc.);
- The purpose of the hearing; and
- The name and contact information of the Hearing Officer.
The Respondent and the Complainant have the right to challenge the choice of members on the Hearing Panel. A Party wishing to challenge the participation of a member of the Hearing Panel must notify the Title IX Coordinator, in writing, within three **(3) business days** of receipt of the notice of hearing, stating the specific reason(s) for the Party's objection. The Title IX Coordinator will determine whether the challenge has merit, and reserves discretion to make changes to the assigned Hearing Panel members at any time.
The hearing will take place on the date and time specified in the notice of hearing. If circumstances arise that require a change in the hearing date or time, the Title IX Coordinator will provide both Parties with written notice explaining the reason for such change.
If Parties would like to have witnesses who are not listed on the hearing notice as participants appear at the hearing on their behalf, the names of the additional witnesses must be submitted to the Title IX Coordinator within **3 days** of receiving the hearing notice described above. The Hearing Panel will ultimately determine which witnesses will be called at the hearing. If necessary, a revised hearing notice will be issued.
The live hearing may be in person, virtual, or a combination of both, as long as participants can simultaneously see and hear each other. At either Party's request, the University will allow the Parties to be in separate rooms during the hearing with technology that enables the Hearing Panel and Parties to simultaneously see and hear the Party or the witness answering questions and each other. The hearing will be audio and/or video recorded.
To comply with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act ("FERPA"), and to provide an orderly process for the presentation and consideration of relevant information without undue intimidation or pressure, the hearing process is not open to the public. Participants in the live hearing are inclusive of:
- The parties (Complainants and Respondents)
- The Parties' advisors
- Witnesses (if any)
- The Hearing Panel
- The Title IX Coordinator
The University will not disclose documents prepared in anticipation of the hearing, documents, testimony, or other information introduced at the hearing, and any transcript of the hearing itself may not be disclosed outside of the hearing proceedings, except as may be required or authorized by law and/or University policy.
Individuals attending the hearing are subject to the University's Rules of Decorum. The Hearing Panel is responsible for maintaining an orderly, fair, and respectful hearing and will have broad authority to respond to disruptive or harassing behaviors, including adjourning the hearing or excluding the offending individual, regardless of whether that individual is a Party, witness, or advisor.
Should a Party fail to attend the hearing, the hearing may continue in their absence, provided the absent Party was duly notified of the scheduled hearing date. During any hearing, the University will make all evidence subject to the Parties' inspection and review available to give each party an equal opportunity to refer to the evidence during the hearing.
**The Order of the Hearing**
- Both parties will be given the opportunity to make a brief opening statement (approximately 5 mins). If both parties wish to make an opening statement, the Complainant will go first.
- The witnesses, including the Parties, will then be questioned. The order of the witnesses is left to the discretion of the Hearing Panel. Parties will first be asked questions by the Hearing Panel, then by their own advisor. Parties will then be subject to cross-examination by the other Party's advisor. Any additional witnesses will also first be questioned by the Hearing Panel. Witnesses will then be questioned by the advisor of the Party that requested their presence at the hearing, followed by the other Party's advisor. If the witness was requested by the Hearing Panel, the Hearing Panel will determine which Party's advisor will question the witness first.
- Once all witnesses have been questioned, both Parties will be given the opportunity to make a brief final statement (approximately 5 minutes). If both parties wish to make a final statement, the Complainant will go first.
Any relevant evidence may be considered by the Hearing Panel in making their decision regarding a finding of responsibility. While Parties are expected to be present for the entirety of the hearing prior to deliberations, witnesses are permitted to attend only as is necessary to answer questions, including on cross-examination, and are not permitted to attend the hearing otherwise.
Cross-Examination and Questioning of Witnesses
- During the hearing, Parties must speak on their own behalf to give testimony; however, an advisor must conduct cross-examinations. Each Party's advisor is permitted to ask the other Party or Parties and any witnesses all relevant questions and follow up questions, including those challenging credibility, as part of cross-examination. Cross-examination must be conducted directly, orally, and in real time by the advisor; Parties are not permitted to personally conduct cross-examination. Thus, both the Complainant and Respondent must be accompanied by an advisor for at least this portion of the live hearing, though advisors are permitted to be present for the entire hearing. If a Party does not have an advisor present at the hearing, then an advisor will be appointed by the University, free of charge, for the purposes of conducting cross-examination.
- Only relevant cross-examination and other questions may be asked of a Party or witness. Before a Complainant, Respondent, or witness answers a cross-examination or other question, the Hearing Panel, via the Hearing Chair selected by the Hearing Panel, shall determine whether the question is relevant and comports with the rules of decorum, state a finding for the record, and explain any decision to exclude a question. The Hearing Panel may decline to allow any question that is duplicative of information already gathered or asked, irrelevant, or otherwise determined to be unnecessary or inappropriate. Additional information on relevance is included in below. If the Hearing Panel determines that a question is not relevant or does not comport with the rules of decorum, the Hearing Panel may instruct the advisor to rephrase the question. If the advisor is not so instructed, the witness will not answer the question and the advisor must move on to the next question.
- The Hearing Panel may still rely upon prior statements made by a Party or witness who is not subject to cross-examination for purposes of determining responsibility. However, the Hearing Panel cannot draw an inference regarding responsibility based solely on a Party's or witness's absence from the hearing and/or their refusal to be subject to cross-examination and/or answer any other questions.
**Relevant Information and Questions**
- As noted above, before any question is asked of a witness by an advisor, the Hearing Panel must determine if the question is relevant. Relevant information and questions are those that tend to make an allegation more or less likely to be true.
- Both Parties have the right to exclude their own mental health diagnosis and/or treatment from admittance in the hearing. Medical and psychological records are also excluded unless a Party voluntarily waives that privilege and consents to the records being used.
- Both Parties also have the right to exclude their own prior sexual history with persons other than the other Party in the judicial or conduct process, subject to the exceptions, which states that questions and evidence about the Complainant's sexual predisposition or prior sexual behavior are not relevant ***unless*** such questions and evidence about the Complainant's prior sexual behavior are (1) offered to prove that someone other than the Respondent committed the conduct alleged by the Complainant or (2) if the questions and evidence concern specific incidents of the Complainant's prior sexual behavior with respect to the Respondent and are offered to prove consent.
- A Party's records that are made or maintained by a physician, psychiatrist, psychologist, or other recognized professional or paraprofessional acting in the professional's or paraprofessional's capacity, or assisting in that capacity, and which are made and maintained in connection with the provision of treatment to the Party, cannot be utilized during the hearing unless the University has obtained voluntary, written consent from that Party (or, if the Party is not an eligible student, that Party's parent) to do so.
- Questions or evidence that constitute, or seek disclosure of, information protected under a legally recognized privilege are also not permitted in the hearing unless the person holding such privilege has waived that privilege.
Questions asked about or seeking information in violation of the above will be deemed irrelevant. Additionally, questions that are duplicative of information already gathered or asked or are otherwise determined to be unnecessary or inappropriate may be deemed irrelevant.
**Rules of Decorum**
- Questions must be asked and answered in a respectful, civil, and proper manner. The University reserves the right to remove a witness, including a Party, or an advisor from a hearing if they have been warned at least once that they are not following the Rules of Decorum and continue to ignore the Rules of Decorum. The removal of an advisor may require an adjournment to the hearing as advisors are a requirement for cross-examination.
**Impact Statements**
- The Parties will have the opportunity to submit an impact statement for the Hearing Panel's consideration regarding sanctions. The purpose of the impact statement is to allow the parties an opportunity to describe how the alleged violation and hearing has impacted them. The impact statement may not seek to introduce new evidence. Impact statements will not be given to the other Parties absent an appeal.
- The Parties must submit their impact statements within **five (5) business days** of the conclusion of the hearing to the Title IX Coordinator. The impact statement can only be used by the Hearing Panel to help determine an appropriate sanction(s), if any. The Title IX Coordinator will provide the impact statements to the Hearing Panel only once the Hearing Officer is deliberating on appropriate sanctions. Impact Statements cannot and will not be considered by the Hearing Panel when reaching a determination of responsibility.
**Hearing Panel's Determination**
- After the hearing, the Hearing Panel will deliberate. The Hearing Panel will evaluate the evidence under a "preponderance of evidence" standard. The Respondent will be found responsible for the alleged sexual misconduct if the Hearing Panel concludes, based upon careful and objective review of all information presented, that such sexual misconduct more than likely occurred. In reaching this decision, all relevant evidence must be objectively evaluated, and credibility determinations may not be based on a person's status as a Complainant, Respondent, or witness. The Hearing Panel cannot defer to any conclusions in the investigative report and must make an independent determination of responsibility.
- If the Hearing Panel determines that the Respondent committed a violation of the Policy, they will also determine the appropriate sanctions. The possible sanctions are described below. If the Hearing Panel concludes that the Respondent is responsible for a violation of the Policy, then the Hearing Panel shall receive the Respondent's disciplinary record (i.e., any previous disciplinary action or other violation of University Policy, including the Policy, for which the Respondent was found responsible), and the Party impact statements to consider, as appropriate, in determining sanctions.
- The Complainant and the Respondent will simultaneously be notified in writing of the Hearing Panel's determination and any sanction imposed via a written determination. The written determination must include:
1. Identification of the allegations potentially constituting sexual misconduct;
2. A description of the procedural steps taken from the receipt of the formal complaint or complaint through the determination, including any notifications to the Parties, interviews with Parties and witnesses, site visits, methods used to gather other evidence, and hearings held;
3. Findings of fact supporting the determination;
4. Conclusions regarding the application of the University's Policy to the facts (including the decision regarding responsibility);
5. As to each allegation, a statement of, and rationale for, the result, including the determination regarding responsibility, any disciplinary sanctions the University imposes on the Respondent, and whether remedies designed to restore or preserve equal access to the University's education program or activity will be provided by the University to the Complainant;
6. The University's procedures for appeal and permissible bases for the Complainant and Respondent to appeal; and
7. When the determination becomes final.
- The University will simultaneously notify the Parties of any changes to the results that occurs prior to the time that the determination becomes final. The University must wait to act on the determination regarding responsibility, including implementing sanctions or remedies, until the determination becomes final. The determination becomes final either on the date that the University provides the Parties with the written determination of the result of the appeal, if an appeal is filed, or, if an appeal is not filed, the date on which an appeal would no longer be considered timely.
- If the Respondent is an employee, certain University policies or contracts (such as a Collective Bargaining Agreement \[CBA\] or the policies and procedures in the Faculty Handbook) may require the University take additional steps before certain sanctions (such as termination) can be imposed. If an employee is covered by such a policy or contract, the Grievance Process will still proceed as outlined herein and the Hearing Panel (and Appeal Panel, if applicable) can still impose any sanction permitted by the Policy. Any sanction imposed that does not trigger additional procedures will become effective once the determination becomes final. The determination becomes final either on the date that the University provides the Parties with the written determination of the result of the appeal, if an appeal is filed, or, if an appeal is not filed, the date on which an appeal would no longer be considered timely. If a sanction is imposed on a covered employee that triggers additional procedures under another University policy or contract, the University will go through those processes before that particular sanction takes effect. However, the University's disciplinary action under the Policy will be considered complete on the date that the determination becomes final, even if the additional procedures have not yet been completed.
- The Title IX Coordinator is responsible for effective implementation of any remedies. Both Parties have the right to choose whether to disclose or discuss the outcome of the Grievance Process.
### Appeals
Both the Complainant and the Respondent have the right to appeal the Hearing Panel's determination of responsibility and/or sanction or the dismissal of an formal complaint or complaint or allegations therein. Appeals will be reviewed by a three-person Appeal Panel appointed by the Title IX Coordinator. The Appeal Panel will be comprised of individuals who are fair, impartial, and will not include individuals with a conflict of interest or bias. An individual who was involved in the investigation, hearing, or Informal Resolution Process, who made the determination of responsibility or determination of dismissal, or who is the Title IX Coordinator cannot be part of the Appeal Panel.
An appeal may be made only on the following bases:
1. A procedural irregularity affected the outcome of the matter (finding of responsibility or sanction);
2. New evidence that was not reasonably available at the time the determination regarding responsibility or dismissal was made, that could affect the outcome of the matter (finding of responsibility or sanction);
3. The Title IX Coordinator, Investigator(s), or Hearing Panel had a conflict of interest or bias for or against Complainants or Respondents generally or the individual Complainant or Respondent that affected the outcome of the matter (finding of responsibility or sanction); or
4. The sanction is not proportionate to the findings of fact.
Appeals must be made in writing, include all the grounds of the appeal and the supporting evidence, and be received by the Title IX Coordinator within **five (5) business days** of receipt of the Hearing Panel's written determination. Please note that except for appeals brought under (2) above, no new evidence may be relied on for the appeal.
The Title IX Coordinator will determine if the appeal meets the grounds for appeal and is timely. The original finding and sanction will stand if the appeal is not timely or substantively eligible, and the decision is final.
If the appeal has standing, the non-appealing Party or Parties will be notified that an appeal has been filed and be provided with a copy of the appeal. All non-appealing Parties will then have the opportunity to submit a statement in response to the appeal, accompanied by supporting evidence, supporting or challenging the outcome. This response statement must be submitted to the Title IX Coordinator within five (5) business days of the Party receiving the copy of the appeal. Once the **five (5) business day** period expires, the appeal and any response statements will be forwarded to the Appeal Panel.
Except for appeals brought under (2) above, the Appeal Panel's entire review process will be based on the Party's appeal, the non-appealing Party's response to the appeal, if any, and the record of the case. Otherwise, no additional evidence is allowed, and no witnesses may be heard. The Appeal Panel will not meet with either party. The standard used in an appeal is preponderance of the evidence.
The Appeal Panel will issue a decision on the appeal within 30 business days of the appeal being filed. The decision will include the result of the appeal (whether the appeal is granted or denied, in whole or in part), the rationale for the result, and, if the appeal is granted, any changes to the Hearing Panel's determination and/or the remedies decided on by the Appeal Panel. The Appeal Panel will either affirm the finding of responsibility, modify the finding, or reverse the finding. The Appeal Panel can also modify the sanctions from an appeal. The Complainant and Respondent will be simultaneously notified in writing of this decision. This decision is final.
For more information on the University’s Grievance Procedures, please visit our [Sexual Misconduct Policy](https://manhattan.policystat.com/policy/token_access/87858761-4d65-4dab-b34f-fce4e2b59c04/).
### #### Advisors
Throughout the process, each Party has the right to have an advisor of their choosing who can be, but is not required to be, an attorney. If a Party retains an attorney at their own expense as their advisor, the attorney is still limited to the role of advisor under the Policy, namely supporting their Party and asking questions during a hearing. One party having an attorney as an advisor does not require the other party to also retain an attorney as an advisor, although they are free to do so if they wish. While Parties are not restricted from discussing the allegations and may consult with multiple individuals, only one (1) individual may be designated an advisor for the purpose of the Policy.
The advisor can attend pre-meetings and meetings where the parties would like them present, but they are limited in what they can say throughout the meetings. The choice of whether to invite an advisor is solely that of the Complainant and Respondent, though both Parties may be accompanied by their respective advisors at any meeting or proceeding related to the investigation and resolution of a formal complaint or complaint under the Policy. Advisors may consult with the party, as reasonable and in private, during the meeting or proceeding. Advisors cannot actively participate or speak on behalf of the Complainant or Respondent, with the exception of in a hearing, as discussed above. If any advisor's conduct is not consistent with these guidelines, he or she may be excluded from the Grievance Process.
Advisors are permitted to cross-examine the other Parties and witnesses during the live hearing; Parties are not permitted to personally conduct cross-examinations. If a Party does not have an advisor for a hearing, the University will appoint one (who can be, but is not required to be, an attorney) free of charge to conduct cross-examinations on behalf of that Party.
If a Party selects an advisor, the Party should inform the Title IX Coordinator as soon as possible of (1) the full name and title of the advisor of choice; and (2) contact information for the advisor of choice (phone, email, and address).
For more information on Advisors, please visit our [Sexual Misconduct Policy](https://manhattan.policystat.com/policy/token_access/87858761-4d65-4dab-b34f-fce4e2b59c04/).
### #### Disciplinary Sanctions and Remedies
If the Hearing Panel finds the Respondent responsible for violating the Policy, the Hearing Panel may impose disciplinary sanctions on the Respondent and/or provide remedies to the Complainant. Alternatively, disciplinary sanctions and remedies may be imposed as a result of an Informal Resolution Agreement. Remedies, sanctions, or other actions that are not supportive measures cannot be imposed on the Respondent prior to a finding of responsibility through either the completion of the Formal Resolution Process or the Informal Resolution Process.
Disciplinary sanctions that may be imposed range from a reprimand or warning through expulsion/termination. Supportive remedies, which can include the supportive measures discussed above, range from services such as counseling or medical services to withdrawals or leaves of absence; punitive or corrective remedies range from a reprimand or warning up to and including expulsion/termination.
The Hearing Panel may impose any of the following disciplinary sanctions that are determined to be fair and proportionate to the violation of the Policy:
- Reprimand or warning;
- Changes to the Respondent's class or work schedule;
- Reassignment of housing, office, and/or transportation;
- Reassignment of University employment;
- Disciplinary probation;
- Revocation of honors or awards;
- Restriction of Respondent's access to University facilities or activities;
- Exclusion from certain University buildings, classes, residence halls, property, and University events;
- Forfeiture of a benefit, honor, leadership position, or other privilege enjoyed by virtue of the person's membership as adjunct faculty, staff, or administration;
- Community service;
- Issuance of a No-Contact Order to the Respondent or requirement that such an order remain in place;
- Demotion or forfeiture of promotion or salary increase;
- Dismissal from, limitation on, or reassignment of University employment;
- Notification to employers of third-party vendors or contractors of all charges and disciplinary outcomes;
- Suspension (limited time or indefinite, with or without pay (for employees);
- Expulsion;
- Termination;
- Training;
- Revocation of degree; and/or
- Any other actions agreed to by the Parties in an Informal Resolution Agreement
- Any other actions deemed appropriate.
### #### Transcript Notations
In accordance with New York State Education Law, Article 129-B, Section 6444 (B)(6), students suspended or expelled as a result of being found responsible for committing an act of sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, stalking or a "violent crime," as defined by the Clery Act (20 USC 1092(f)(1)(F)(i)(I)-(VIII)), will have a notation placed on their transcript as follows: "suspended after a finding of responsibility for a code of conduct violation" or "expelled after a finding of responsibility for a code of conduct violation." If a Respondent withdraws from the University while such conduct charges are pending and declines to complete the disciplinary process, the following notation will be placed on his/her transcript: "withdrew with conduct charges pending."
In the event of a suspension, a student has the right to appeal such transcript notation to request its removal, however, a transcript notation will not be removed prior to one year after conclusion of the suspension. Expulsion notations will not be removed in any case. Appeals seeking removal of a transcript notation may be addressed to the Title IX Coordinator. If a finding of responsibility is vacated for any reason, a corresponding transcript notation will be removed.
For more information on the transcript notation policy, please contact the Title IX Coordinator.
### #### Record Keeping
The University will maintain records generated in connection with reports, investigations, Grievance Processes, and appeals in confidential files for at least seven years. Only those with a right and need to know are permitted access. The Parties will have access to a full and fair record of the hearing in which they were involved and have the right to have all information obtained during the course of the Grievance Process be protected from public release until the Appeal Panel makes a final determination unless otherwise required by law. For additional information about maintenance and accessibility to student records, please contact the Title IX Coordinator.
The University will maintain the following materials for **seven (7) years:**
- Investigation records, including determination regarding responsibility, any disciplinary sanctions imposed on the Respondent, and any remedies provided to the Complainant designed to restore or preserve equal access to University's education program or activity;
- Any audio or audiovisual recording or transcript of any hearing;
- Any appeal and the outcome of the appeal;
- Records of any Informal Resolution Process, including Informal Resolution Agreements; and
- Materials used to train the Title IX Coordinator, Investigators, Hearing Panel members, Appeal Panel members, and Informal Resolution Process facilitators. These training materials will be publicly available on the University website.
Additionally, the University must create, and maintain for a period of seven years, records of any actions, including any supportive measures, taken in response to a report or formal complaint or complaint. In each instance, the University must document the basis for its conclusion that its response was not deliberately indifferent, and document that it has taken measures designed to restore or preserve equal access to the University's education program or activity. If the University does not provide a Complainant with supportive measures, then the University must document the reasons why such a response was not clearly unreasonable in light of the known circumstances.
### #### Prevention and Education for the Campus Community
At Manhattan University, we strive to create and maintain an area free from sexual misconduct. The University engages in comprehensive educational programming to prevent sexual misconduct, including training to promote the awareness of rape, acquaintance rape, domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking. The University gives primary prevention and awareness programs for all incoming students and employees and continues with ongoing prevention and awareness campaigns throughout the year for all students and employees; the content of these programs complies with the requirements of the Clery Act and Article 129-B. The University also provides mandatory training for leaders and officers of student organizations and student-athletes that complies with Article 129-B.
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](https://system.suny.edu/sci/postedtraining/)Additionally, the University provides annual training, and training to new staff as soon as possible after hire, on the protections against gender-based harassment as required by the Stop Sexual Harassment Act in NYC (NYC Local Law 96 (2018)). The University also provides information on sexual misconduct prevention with parents of enrolling students.
The University uses a variety of training mechanisms to ensure the campus community has various interactions with prevention and awareness. This includes an online learning component, in person workshops, and collaborations for events with internal and external partners. This programming material provides the campus community with information about the Title IX policy and procedures, options for reporting, and information on bystander intervention. The University hosts public awareness events, such as "Take Back the Night," where students do not have to report, but have an opportunity to continue education and prevention measures. The University's Title IX Coordinator may be contacted for additional information regarding the policies, procedures, and education and prevention efforts.
**Sexual Misconduct /Title IX Staff Training Materials**
In compliance with federal Title IX Regulations, Manhattan University ensures that it’s Title IX stakeholders, including the Title IX Coordinator, investigators, decision-makers, and any person who facilitates an informal resolution process, receives appropriate training.
Manhattan University is a member of the SUNY Student Conduct Institute (“SCIâ€). To access the SCI training curriculum for the University’s Title IX stakeholders, click on the SCI badge or [visit their website](https://system.suny.edu/sci/postedtraining/).
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---
title: "Title IX and Non-Discrimination"
url: "/offices/title-IX/title-ix-and-non-discrimination"
type: page
date: 2026-04-10
updated: 2026-05-28
---
# Title IX and Non-Discrimination
## Title IX and Non-Discrimination
The Manhattan University website for Title IX and Non-Discrimination serves as a resource for the entire university community.
Here you will find information about campus policies, how to report incidents of sexual misconduct and discrimination, including those of race and ethnicity.
For questions about the Title IX and non-discrimination policies and procedures, please contact [Kimara Patton](/node/684), Title IX Coordinator at .
- [Title IX/Sexual Misconduct](/offices/title-IX/title-ix-sexual-misconduct "Title IX/Sexual Misconduct")
- [Race, Ethnicity and other Discrimination](/offices/title-IX/race-ethnicity-and-other-discrimination "Race, Ethnicity and other Discrimination")
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---
title: "Minors on Campus Policy"
url: "/offices/title-IX/minors-on-campus-policy"
type: page
date: 2026-04-10
updated: 2026-05-28
---
# Minors on Campus Policy
## Minors on Campus Policy
### Policy Statement
Manhattan University is a Lasallian Catholic educational institution, deeply committed to engaging in a quality and safe educational environment for all individuals in its community, including its students, faculty, administrators, staff and visitors. This Minors on Campus Policy (the “Policyâ€) continues in that tradition and serves to ensure that all individuals are welcomed, honored, and respected by the Manhattan University community, including Minors.
[Read the Minors on Campus Policy](https://manhattan.policystat.com/policy/token_access/f4d054da-78b1-4f15-b4b9-28d3e2b30d74/)
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---
title: "Staff Contacts"
url: "/campus-life/cmsa/staff-contacts"
type: page
date: 2026-04-10
updated: 2026-05-27
---
# Staff Contacts
## [Edward Beck](/directory/edward.beck)
CO-Director of Campus Ministry and University Chaplain
Campus Ministry & Social Action
ebeck01@manhattan.edu
## [Robert Joerger](/directory/robert.joerger)
CO-Director of Campus Ministry and University Chaplain
Campus Ministry & Social Action
rjoerger01@manhattan.edu
## [Andie Raynor](/directory/andie.raynor)
Campus Minister, Part Time
Campus Ministry & Social Action
araynor01@manhattan.edu
## [Ilda Xhediku](/directory/ilda.xhediku)
Administrative Assistant, Part Time Â
Campus Ministry & Social Action
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title: "About Us & Accreditation | Counseling & Psychological Services"
url: "/student-life/counseling-psychological-services/about-us-accreditation"
type: page
date: 2026-04-10
updated: 2026-06-16
---
# About Us & Accreditation | Counseling & Psychological Services
## About Us
### Carol Ciancutti, M.Ed., LMHC
**Director, Counseling & Psychological Services, Adjunct Professor, Mental Health Counseling Graduate Program**
Carol Ciancutti holds a Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from Manhattan University and a Master’s in Education and Human Development from George Washington University. Her clinical practice is grounded in a holistic, trauma-informed approach that integrates EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, and narrative therapy.
She has supported individuals navigating trauma, substance use, and mental health challenges in a variety of settings, including university counseling centers, community recovery programs, private practice, and hospital-based sexual assault advocacy. Carol is a certified facilitator in both QPR Suicide Prevention and Mental Health First Aid.
Before joining Manhattan University, she led the substance use program at The Doe Fund and served as a therapist at the Educational Alliance’s Center for Recovery and Wellness. She has also designed an experiential leadership program as a program director and community liaison at Leaders’ Quest. Carol serves on the board of CONNECT, a nonprofit dedicated to ending interpersonal violence.
In addition to her clinical leadership, Carol is a passionate advocate and filmmaker. She is the founder of Amaranth Productions and director of *Absolutely Safe*, a feature-length documentary exploring breast implant safety and informed consent. The film has screened at universities and festivals, and Carol has spoken at institutions including Harvard University, the University of Chicago, and Oberlin College. Her work earned her recognition as a Women’s Health Hero by *Our Bodies Ourselves*. She is a member of New York Women in Film and Television.
Whether working with students, mentoring future counselors, or amplifying underrepresented stories through film, Carol is committed to creating spaces for healing, equity, and meaningful connection.
### Christin Nedumchira, Psy.D.
**Staff Psychologist, Counseling & Psychological Services**
Christin Nedumchira Psy.D., is a licensed clinical psychologist. She earned an undergraduate degree in computer applications from Stella Maris College in Chennai, India, and a B.S. in interdisciplinary studies from NYIT. Dr. Nedumchira graduated from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in 2010 with a doctorate in clinical psychology (Psy.D.). She completed her internship and post-doctoral training at the Karen Horney Clinic. She is a graduate of the psychoanalytic psychotherapy program at the American Institute for Psychoanalysis and worked as a therapist at the Karen Horney Clinic prior to arriving at the Manhattan University Counseling Center. Nedumchira has experience working with children, adolescents and adults from various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. She has worked in various settings including psychiatric hospitals, outpatient clinics and college counseling centers. Her clinical experience includes working with issues related to anxiety, depression, trauma and interpersonal relationships, and utilizing various treatment modalities including individual, group and family therapy, as well as intake assessments and psychological testing. Nedumchira works from a psychodynamic framework, focusing on exploring and understanding clients’ concerns, and examining the impact of past and present experiences on clients’ functioning. She utilizes psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral techniques to assist clients in alleviating symptoms and changing ways of functioning. Her areas of interest include transitional issues, identity development, issues related to adjustment and acculturation (homesickness, culture shock etc.), and multicultural issues.
### Taylor Rosenblum, LMHC
**Staff Clinician, Counseling & Psychological Services**
Taylor Rosenblum is a mental health counselor who believes that therapy can provide a space to pause, reflect, and explore one’s life with compassion and curiosity. She holds dual master’s degrees in clinical psychology and mental health counseling from Teachers College, Columbia University and Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology. Taylor practices from a relational framework, drawing from acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), psychodynamic, and person-centered approaches. She is committed to meeting students where they’re at and creating a safe, trusting environment in which each individual's concerns can be explored.
She has worked in private practice and outpatient settings with individuals navigating life transitions, relationship challenges, chronic illness, identity struggles, anxiety, and depression. As a former collegiate athlete, she also has a special interest in supporting athletes as they face unique challenges such as injury, shifting identities, team dynamics, and transition out of athletics.
Taylor approaches this work by collaborating with clients to explore what matters most, gain insight into their experiences, and take meaningful steps toward living in a way that feels more grounded and fulfilling.Taylor sees the heart of therapy as the relationship itself. By bringing presence, curiosity, and compassion into her work, she supports students in exploring their lives and moving forward in ways that feel genuine and meaningful to them.
### Br. Vincent Reese, LCSW
**Staff Clinician, Counseling & Psychological Services**
Br. Vincent is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. He is a volunteer clinician in the Counseling Center with many years of experience in the field of mental health. Br. Vincent was a counselor at St. Raymond High School for Boys, and a school social worker in Resurrection School in Harlem. He also served as Associate Director of Clinic and Community Services at La Salle School in Albany NY. Br. Vincent works with students to identify theirstrengths and values. Br. Vincent assists students in navigating the challenges of college life.
### Akeem Baird
**Athletic Liaison, Counseling & Psychological Services**
Akeem Baird, originally from Guyana migrated to New York at a young age. Growing up in Queens, he developed a love and passion for the game of basketball. Basketball is how he learned the importance of discipline, work ethic, consistency and mental strength. Playing in High School and then walking as a Division 3 player at a local city college. Akeem then went on to attend John Jay College, where he majored in Forensic psychology and minored in counseling. John Jay was where he was introduced to psychology and human behavior. After working in various industries such as marketing, higher education and sports he attended Columbia University and graduated with a Master’s degree in Sports Management. This degree allowed him to meet with numerous professional athletes and sports executives. The takeaway from these interactions was that there is a NEED for mental health professionals in athletics. This led him to Manhattan University where he is currently a graduate student in his final semester pursuing a Masters of Science in Mental Health Counseling. With his current role as Athletic Liaison at Manhattan University his goal is to become a staple in athletic mental health and create initiatives and wellness programs which can assist student athletes, helping them to have the most rewarding experience in their collegiate careers and all endeavors they choose to pursue after.
### Timothy Bustle, LMSW
**Staff Clinician, Counseling & Psychological Services**
Timothy graduated with a Bachelors in Forensic Psychology from John Jay College of Criminal Justice. His interest in working with college students began at John Jay, where he was a part of their peer counseling program. Shortly after, he attained his Masters of Social Work graduate degree from Columbia School of Social Work, in the Advanced Clinical, Health and Mental Health focus.
Timothy began his social work career working in prison re-entry/court advocacy at Getting Out and Staying Out (GOSO), where he developed his trauma informed clinical skills, while providing community resources that led to more beneficial outcomes for those with open court cases in NYC criminal courts, as well as Federal courts. Timothy then took on a therapy role working with LGBTQIA+ and HIV positive adults in mental health outpatient, at Housing Works, Cylar House site. It is here that he was able to provide support to adults with chronic substance use, persistent mental health challenges and high risk behavior. Most recently he developed and managed a dropout prevention program at a public high school in Harlem, via the Columbia Achievement Initiative, before joining Manhattan University. In this role, he provided wrap-around resources and mental health triage to all students at the Urban Assembly School for Performing Arts, in order to increase likelihood of timely graduation.
Timothy brings a trauma informed and mental health focused approach to support each population he works with. He believes that each person is unique and requires a relational and holistic approach to individualize mental health support.
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## Accreditation
Counseling & Psychological Services at Manhattan University is accredited by the International Accreditation of Counseling Services.
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The [International Accreditation of Counseling Services](https://iacsinc.org/) evaluates counseling centers against a set of standards that include regulations about confidentiality, professional training and credentials of clinicians, outreach efforts, and responsiveness to student mental health needs.
Manhattan University is currently among only 15 of some 217 institutions of higher education in New York State that have this distinction.
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---
title: "Scheduling an Appointment"
url: "/student-life/counseling-psychological-services/scheduling-an-appointment"
type: page
date: 2026-04-10
updated: 2026-06-16
---
# Scheduling an Appointment
## Scheduling an Appointment
Students can schedule an appointment:
- In Person – our office is located in Miguel Hall, Room 501 (access through northern stairwell)
- By Phone at [718-862-7394](tel:718-862-7394)
Counseling and Psychological Services is staffed in person Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.– 4:30 p.m. When classes are not in session or during breaks and summer sessions, please call the Counseling Center or email us.
In case of emergency when Counseling and Psychological Services is closed, please call:
- Public Safety at [718-862-7333](tel:718-862-7333)
- Residence Life (a resident director, area coordinator, or resident assistant)
- Dial 911
### Confidentiality
Manhattan University's Counseling and Psychological Services takes students’ privacy very seriously and maintains a strict policy on confidentiality. All student information and communication is private and confidential. No other university offices or departments have access to Counseling and Psychological Services records. Staff members, however, may disclose information deemed necessary in cases of harm to self or others, evidence of child abuse, or upon court order.
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---
title: "Alcohol & Other Drug Concerns"
url: "/student-life/counseling-psychological-services/alcohol-other-drug-concerns"
type: page
date: 2026-04-10
updated: 2026-06-16
---
# Alcohol & Other Drug Concerns
## Alcohol & Other Drug Concerns
Counseling & Psychological Services is committed to substance abuse prevention and reduction of alcohol & other drugs through education, interventions and assessment. Students have access to a counselor trained in substance abuse use.
### Presentation: Substance Use Support for Our College Students
Download Presentation (PDF)
Document
[MU-Counseling-Center-Substance-Use-Presentation.pdf](/sites/default/files/media/2026-04/MU-Counseling-Center-Substance-Use-Presentation.pdf) (507.75 KB)
### Substance Abuse Resources
**New York City Young People in AA**
[nycypaa.org](https://nycypaa.org)
[212-647-1680](tel:212-647-1680)
**SAMHSA National Drug Treatment Referral Helpline**
[samhsa.gov](https://samhsa.gov)
[800-662-4357](tel:800-662-4357)
**College Drinking Prevention**
[collegedrinkingprevention.gov](https://collegedrinkingprevention.gov)
**Al-anon**
[Al-anon.org](https://Al-anon.org)
Support for Friends & Families of Problem Drinkers
**New York State HOPE line**
[877-846-7369](tel:877-846-7369)
Heroine, Alcohol, Prescription Drugs
**Alcoholics Anonymous**
[aa.org](https://aa.org)
**Narcotics Anonymous**
[na.org](https://na.org)
**Saint Vincent's Hospital Westchester**
Inpatient Rehab | Outpatient Dependency & Addition Recovery
[stvincentswestchester.org](https://stvincentswestchester.org)
**New York Center for Living**
[centerforliving.org](https://centerforliving.org)
## Concerned About a Friend?
College can be both an exciting and overwhelming experience, and friends are usually the first people students seek for support. Helping a friend through a tough time can be difficult and sometimes feel like more than you can handle on your own.
Pay attention to warning signs such as:
- sleep disturbance
- excessive sadness and frequent crying
- changes in appetite
- extreme mood changes
- loss of interest in activities
- increased nervousness
- avoidance of friends, classes and social events
- hopelessness / worthlessness
- issues focusing
- excessive use of alcohol or drugs
- high risk taking behaviors
- seeing or hearing things that are not real
- thinking or talking about death / dying or harm to self or others
If you are concerned about a friend you can listen, be supportive and encourage them to seek professional help. You can give a friend our phone number, sit with them while they make the call or walk them into our office. If you are unsure about what to do, our staff is available to help.
[Read more about How to Help a Friend](http://www.nami.org/Find-Support/Teens-Young-Adults/How-to-Help-a-Friend)
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---
title: "Education & Learning | Counseling Center"
url: "/student-life/counseling-psychological-services/education-learning"
type: page
date: 2026-04-10
updated: 2026-06-16
---
# Education & Learning | Counseling Center
## Education & Learning
### Therapy & Counseling
Counseling is a professional relationship with an objective focus on personal concerns. Therapists are skilled listeners who help individuals clarify issues and cope more effectively with stress and psychological concerns. Therapy is a collaborative effort between the therapist and an active and motivated participant in order to gain awareness into thoughts, feelings and behaviors, process experiences and understand personal concerns.
College Guide to Mental Health
[College Guide to Mental Health Awareness](http://www.nami.org/collegeguide)
[Managing Mental Health in College](http://nami.org/Find-Support/Teens-Young-Adults/Managing-a-Mental-Health-Condition-in-College)
[Life on Campus](https://www.mentalhealthamerica.net/life-campus)
[Defeat Stigma](https://idontmind.com/)
[Stigma-Free NAMI ](https://nami.org/stigma)
Education About Mental Health Symptoms & Conditions
[Education About Mental Health Conditions](https://www.nami.org/Learn-More/Mental-Health-Conditions)
[Stigma Free](http://nami.org/stigma)
[Health Topics](https://www.nimh.nih.gov/index.shtml)
[Facts about Mental Health](https://mhaofnyc.org/who-we-are/what-we-know/)
Warning Signs of Mental Health
[Knowing the Warning Signs of Mental Health](http://www.nami.org/Learn-More/Know-the-Warning-Signs)
Managing Friendships & Mental Health
[Friendship and Mental Health](http://www.nami.org/Find-Support/Teens-Young-Adults/Friendship-and-Mental-Health)
Multicultural Mental Health Awareness
[Multicultural Mental Health Awareness](https://www.nami.org/Find-Support/Diverse-Communities)
[Minority Mental Health Awareness Month](http://www.nami.org/minoritymentalhealth)
Veterans Mental Health Awareness
[Veterans Mental Health Awareness](https://www.nami.org/Find-Support/Veterans-and-Active-Duty)
Intro above Accordion
Basic (no borders)
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---
title: "Computer Information Systems (CIS) B.S. / Minor"
url: "/academics/programs/computer-information-systems"
type: program
date: 2026-04-10
updated: 2026-06-18
---
# Computer Information Systems (CIS) B.S. / Minor
**Where business meets technology. Build the skills that power every industry.**
Develop the technical expertise, systems thinking, and business fluency that set you apart in a world where every organization runs on technology, supported by expert faculty, hands-on curriculum, and direct access to New York City’s most innovative companies.
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Business-Integrated Technology Education
CIS at Manhattan University is taught within the O’Malley School of Business, one of fewer than 6% of business schools worldwide to hold AACSB accreditation. Technical skills get you in the door. Understanding how those skills serve a business gets you promoted. Manhattan University’s CIS program teaches both.
Dual Major Advantage
CIS combines naturally with any other O’Malley School of Business major. Students who pair CIS with Accounting, Business Analytics, Finance, Marketing, or Management graduate with a complementary skill set that dramatically expands their career options and employer appeal, a combination that few regional competitors offer within a single AACSB-accredited business school.
Real-World Internships and Hackathons
CIS students don’t wait until graduation to start building their careers. Through internships at AIG, Nasdaq, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, RBC Capital Markets, and the NY Criminal Justice Agency, plus hackathons and industry competitions, they graduate with real experience and a professional network already in place.
Elite Employer Placement
CIS graduates from Manhattan University are employed by some of the most respected technology and financial organizations in the world, including Apple, Bloomberg, Columbia University Medical Center, Consolidated Edison, Ernst & Young, the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, Google, Microsoft, PricewaterhouseCoopers, and United Parcel Service.
Growing Demand for CIS Professionals
The demand for CIS professionals continues to grow as companies become more reliant on information and communications technology supported by AI and machine learning. Manhattan University graduates are already working at the organizations leading that shift, including Apple, Google, Bloomberg, Microsoft, and the Federal Reserve Bank of New York.
Applied Learning from Day One
CIS must be both learned and applied. Students who build their skills in the classroom are encouraged to take those skills directly into the field through internships, research projects, and hackathons. In New York City, there is no shortage of companies seeking skilled CIS students as interns and employees, and Manhattan University students are positioned to reach them.
The Manhattan University Difference
What Sets Us Apart
The Computer Information Systems major at Manhattan University bridges technology and business in a way few programs can match, **housed within an AACSB-accredited O'Malley School of Business** and built for students who want to be more than coders. Manhattan University CIS graduates understand both the technical infrastructure and the organizational strategy behind the systems they build, making them immediately valuable to **employers at companies like Apple, Google, Bloomberg, Microsoft, and the Federal Reserve Bank of New York.**
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Why Study Computer Information Systems at Manhattan University?
At Manhattan University, CIS students gain the in-demand technical skills, business context, and professional networks needed to launch careers at the organizations driving today’s digital economy. Our program blends rigorous technology education with real-world business application, preparing graduates to lead, build, and manage the information systems that every modern organization depends on.
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Explore courses that build practical skills in data analysis, predictive modeling, data visualization, and decision-making using the tools and technologies used in modern business analytics.
Why Study in New York City
New York City is one of the world’s premier hubs for accounting, finance, and professional services, offering unmatched access to the firms and organizations where accounting careers are made. From the Big Four public accounting firms headquartered in Manhattan to major financial institutions, healthcare networks, media companies, and government agencies, students are surrounded by organizations that demand exceptional financial and accounting talent. At Manhattan University, students apply classroom knowledge through internships, VITA community service, and direct employer connections across every sector of the New York economy. This real-world engagement strengthens technical confidence and helps students build the professional networks needed to excel in one of the most competitive accounting markets in the world.
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Cybersecurity and Information Assurance
Students develop expertise in protecting digital systems, networks, and data assets. Coursework in cybersecurity, system administration, and cloud computing prepares graduates for one of the fastest-growing and highest-demand career areas in the New York metro region and beyond.
Cloud Computing and System Administration
Hands-on training in Linux, virtual machines, containers, and cloud-based infrastructure equips students to design, deploy, and manage the technology environments that modern businesses depend on, from startups to Fortune 500 companies headquartered in NYC.
Database Design and Management
Students gain deep proficiency in relational database systems, SQL programming, data modeling, and information architecture, core skills for roles in database administration, data engineering, and business intelligence across every major industry sector.
AI, Machine Learning, and Emerging Technologies
Coursework in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and blockchain prepares students to work at the frontier of business technology, applying cutting-edge tools to solve real organizational problems in finance, healthcare, media, and beyond.
Systems Analysis and Information Security
Students learn to analyze, design, and implement enterprise information systems from the ground up, with a focus on security, access management, and the full systems development lifecycle used by technology professionals at organizations like Google, Bloomberg, and the Federal Reserve Bank of New York.
Business Technology Integration
CIS at Manhattan University is taught within an AACSB-accredited business school, meaning students graduate with both technical depth and business fluency in accounting, finance, marketing, and management, a combination that consistently makes O’Malley CIS graduates more competitive to employers.
CIS: Turn Technology Into Business Advantage.
At Manhattan University, Computer Information Systems students gain the in-demand technical skills, hands-on experience, and individualized mentorship needed to thrive in today’s technology-driven economy. Our program blends rigorous CIS foundations with real-world business applications, preparing graduates to design, secure, and manage the systems that power modern organizations.
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Graduates are equipped to pursue careers in business analytics and data-driven roles that turn complex data into insights that guide strategy and decision-making.
About
The O’Malley School of Business
The O’Malley School of Business is an **AACSB-accredited** institution—an achievement earned by fewer than 6% of business schools worldwide—recognized for its rigorous academics, industry-connected faculty, and strong career outcomes. Located in New York City, the School offers students unmatched access to internships, networking, and real-world learning experiences, including the annual Business Analytics Competition and Conference. With small class sizes, hands-on coursework, and a focus on ethical, data-driven leadership, O’Malley graduates are exceptionally well-prepared for success in today’s competitive business landscape.
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## Program Costs & Financial Aid
Manhattan University is committed to making a high-quality, career-focused education accessible and affordable. Through a combination of competitive tuition, robust financial aid, and our **Jasper Guarantee**, students and families can plan their education with confidence. The Jasper Guarantee locks your tuition rate for all four years—ensuring financial stability and eliminating unexpected increases as you work toward your degree.
More than 90% of Manhattan University students receive some form of financial assistance, including merit scholarships, grants, and need-based aid, significantly reducing the overall cost of attendance.
- **Tuition & Fees:** View current undergraduate rates
- **Financial Aid:** 90%+ of students receive aid
- **Scholarships:** Multiple merit- and need-based opportunities
- **Jasper Guarantee:** Your tuition rate is locked for all four years
A Manhattan University education is an investment in your future, and we are dedicated to helping you access the resources that make it possible.
[Learn More About Costs and Financial Aid](/admissions/financial-aid/)
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A Smarter Investment in Your Future
Jasper Guarantee
At Manhattan University, every undergraduate student is protected by the Jasper Guarantee, which locks your tuition rate for all four years—ensuring clarity, stability, and peace of mind as you plan your education. This promise reflects our commitment to affordability and to supporting students and families throughout their academic journey.
[Learn More About the Jasper Guarantee](/admissions/undergraduate/jasper-guarantee)
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## **Admissions Information**
**Start Your Journey in Business Analytics**
Applying to Manhattan University is designed to be clear and accessible. Review the requirements and key deadlines below to take the next step toward a future in data-driven business.
**Requirements:**
- Application & transcript
- SAT/ACT optional
- Personal statement
- Letter(s) of recommendation
**Deadlines:**
- Early Action: November 15
- Regular Decision: February 1
[Admission and Application Process](/admissions/financial-aid/)
### International Students:
Support available for visas, documentation, and English-language assessments.
[Learn More about International Financial Aid](/admissions/international/financial-aid/)
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title: "Counseling and Psychological | Faculty & Staff"
url: "/student-life/counseling-psychological-services/for-faculty-staff"
type: page
date: 2026-04-10
updated: 2026-06-16
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# Counseling and Psychological | Faculty & Staff
## For Faculty & Staff
Faculty and staff at Manhattan University who interface with students daily play a key role in student mental health and identifying concerns and risk.
If you are unsure about what to do, our staff is here to help and guide you.
- You can call, email or walk in to address any concerns about a student. Our office is located in Miguel Hall, Room 501 (access through northern stairwell)
- You can provide our information to a student.
- You can sit with the student while they make the call or walk them into our office.
Our office is located in Miguel Hall, Room 501 and services are available Monday through Friday from 9am - 4:30pm.
Phone: [(718) 862-7394](tel:718-862-7394)
Email: Carol Ciancutti directly at .
The Counseling and Psychological Center is staffed in person Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.– 4:30 p.m. The Center's offers walk-in hours Monday through Thursday. These are offered on a first come first serve basis.
Mondays: 2pm to 3pm
Tuesdays: 2pm to 3pm
Wednesdays: 2pm to 3pm
Thursdays from 2pm to 3pm
When classes are not in session or during breaks and summer sessions, please call the Counseling Center or email us.
**In the case of a mental health emergency when Counseling & Psychological Services is closed: please contact Public Safety at** [718-862-7333">**718-862-7333**](tel:718-862-7333)**; they will provide assistance and contact the counseling staff or Call 911.**
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title: "Groups and Workshops"
url: "/student-life/counseling-psychological-services/groups-and-workshops"
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date: 2026-04-10
updated: 2026-06-16
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# Groups and Workshops
## Groups and Workshops
### Adjustment to College Support Group
Tuesdays 3:15 - 4:00pm at the Counseling Center. Miguel Hall, room 501
Attending college is a major life transition for young adults. Feeling overwhelmed, uneasy, or missing home can be a normal part of the adjustment process, but you don't have to go through it alone.
Join us on Tuesday afternoons to meet other students and receive encouragement and support. Aspects of the adjustment process and coping strategies will be discussed.
**To register for the group email Carol at** [cciancutti01@manhattan.edu">**cciancutti01@manhattan.edu**](mailto:cciancutti01@manhattan.edu) **or for more information call Counseling & Psychological Services at** [(718) 862-7394">**(718) 862-7394**](tel:718-862-7394)**.**
### Grief Support Group for Students
Counseling & Psychological Services will be offering a support group for students who are grieving the death of a loved one. Grief and loss are universal experiences that can feel isolating; especially if you are away from home. This group will provide an opportunity to talk with other grieving students in a safe and supportive environment.
**To register for the group email Carol at** [cciancutti01@manhattan.edu">**cciancutti01@manhattan.edu**](mailto:cciancutti01@manhattan.edu) **or for more information call Counseling & Psychological Services at** [(718) 862-7394">**(718) 862-7394**](tel:718-862-7394)**.**
### MIEA Mindfulness
*Ready to change your life?*
MIEA Mindfulness is the only evidence-basedƗ mindfulness curriculum designed for college-aged adults. MIEA’s randomized, controlled college gathering results in:
Less self-judgement
Less stress
More mindful
Better sleep
Students learn practical skills that help them manage stress and open their minds.
Join the growing community of >10,000 students at over 100 institutions.
**For more information please email Carol at** [cciancutti01@manhattan.edu">**cciancutti01@manhattan.edu**](mailto:cciancutti01@manhattan.edu) **or call Counseling & Psychological Services at** [(718) 862-7394">**(718) 862-7394**](tel:718-862-7394)**.**
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title: "Counseling Center and Psychological Services"
url: "/student-life/counseling-center-and-psychological-services"
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date: 2026-04-10
updated: 2026-06-16
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# Counseling Center and Psychological Services
## Counseling Center & Psychological Services
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The Counseling Center & Psychological Services is committed to supporting our student’s mental health, emotional health and well-being. Counseling Center provides in-person, individual and group counseling to all full-time undergraduate students. The center offers a wide range of services including short term individual therapy, groups, crisis intervention, consultation, psychological education and referrals. There is no charge for this service.
For graduate students we are offering consultations and referrals.
Our office is located in Miguel Hall, Room 501 and services are available Monday through Friday from 9am - 4:30pm.
Students can schedule an appointment:
- In person: our office is located in Miguel Hall, Room 501 (access through northern stairwell).
- By phone: [(718) 862-7394](tel:718-862-7394)
- By email: Julie Egan directly at
The Center's offers walk-in hours Monday through Thursday. These are offered on a first come first serve basic.
- Mondays: 2pm to 3pm
- Tuesdays: 2pm to 3pm
- Wednesdays: 2pm to 3pm
- Thursdays: 2pm to 3pm
In the case of a mental health emergency when the Center is closed: please contact Public Safety at [718-862-7333](tel:718-862-7333); they will provide assistance and contact the counseling staff.
**Furthermore, the information obtained from this site should** ***not*** **be considered a substitute for a thorough medical and/or mental health evaluation by an appropriately credentialed and licensed professional.**
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title: "Mission | Counseling and Psychological Services"
url: "/student-life/counseling-psychological-services/mission"
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date: 2026-04-10
updated: 2026-06-16
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# Mission | Counseling and Psychological Services
## Our Mission
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Counseling and Psychological Services supports the academic mission of Manhattan University by providing a range of counseling services that includes developmental, preventive, and remedial approaches to student development.
This is accomplished through short-term individual counseling, group counseling, educational programs, community consultation and crisis intervention.
Through these services, Counseling and Psychological Services seeks to:
- help students successfully negotiate the developmental challenges of young adulthood
- adjust adequately to the campus environment, enhancing their personal growth and benefiting from the University environment.
Recognizing that some students will experience significant emotional or psychological difficulties that may impede their academic progress, Counseling and Psychological Services promotes student wellness by providing assessment, treatment and referral services as appropriate.
Counseling and Psychological Services staff embrace the Catholic Lasallian tradition of the University in respecting the inherent dignity of each individual we serve. We also facilitate student reflection on values and principles during critical turning points of development, and in recognizing our potential to contribute to the education of the whole person.
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title: "For Parents | Counseling & Psychological Services"
url: "/student-life/counseling-psychological-services/for-parents"
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date: 2026-04-10
updated: 2026-06-16
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# For Parents | Counseling & Psychological Services
## For Parents
The transition to college can be both an exciting time and an overwhelming experience for students. Parent and family support are key in order to help students manage stress and self-care.
It is important to educate and talk to your child about the transition to college, validate their emotions, have a plan for support systems & self-care and review locations on campus where they can find assistance and help.
Our office is located in Miguel Hall, Room 501 and services are available Monday through Friday from 9am - 4:30pm. The Center's offers walk-in hours Monday through Thursday. These are offered on a first come first serve basis.
- Mondays: 2pm to 3pm
- Tuesdays: 2pm to 3pm
- Wednesdays: 2pm to 3pm
- Thursdays: 2pm to 3pm
When classes are not in session or during breaks and summer sessions, please call Counseling & Psychological Services or email us.
Phone: [(718) 862-7394](tel:718-862-7394)
Email: Carol Ciancutti directly at .
Helpful links to get the conversation started:
- [College Guide to Mental Health Awareness](http://www.nami.org/collegeguide)
- [Education about Mental Health Conditions](http://www.nami.org/Learn-More/Mental-Health-Conditions)
- [Knowing the Warning Signs of Mental Health](http://www.nami.org/Learn-More/Know-the-Warning-Signs)
- [Managing Mental Health in College](http://www.nami.org/Find-Support/Teens-Young-Adults/Managing-a-Mental-Health-Condition-in-College)
- [Helping your Child](http://www.nami.org/Find-Support/Family-Members-and-Caregivers/Learning-to-Help-Your-Child-and-Your-Family)
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title: "Resources"
url: "/student-life/counseling-psychological-services/resources"
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date: 2026-04-10
updated: 2026-06-16
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# Resources
Counseling & Psychological Services
## Resources
### #### On Campus Resources
**Counseling & Psychological Services**
Miguel Hall 501
[718-862-7394](tel:718-862-7394)
**Health Services**
Alumni Hall 104
[718-862-7217](tel:718-862-7217)
**Residence Life**
Thomas Hall 514
[718-862-7438](tel:718-862-7438)
**Public Safety**
[718-862-7240](tel:718-862-7240)
Emergency 24/7: [718-862-7333](tel:718-862-7333)
**Specialized Resource Center**
Thomas Hall 3rd Floor
[718-862-7666](tel:718-862-7666)
**International Student & Scholar Services**
Miguel Hall, Room 301B
[718-862-7213](tel:718-862-7213)
**Center for Career Development**
Student Success Suite ,Thomas Hall, 3rd Floor
[718-862-7224](tel:718-862-7224)
**Campus Ministry & Social Action**
Miguel 209 and 207a
[718-862-71421](tel:718-862-71421)
**Pride Center**
Kelly Commons, 3rd Floor
[718-862-7189](https://tel;718-862-7189)
**Diversity, Equity and Title IX Office**
Memorial Hall, Room 101
[718-862-7724](tel:718-862-7724)
### #### Mental Health Resources
**National Alliance on Mental Illness NAMI**
[nami.org](https://nami.org)
**NYC Well 24/7 Crisis Services & Mental Health**
[888-692-9355](tel:888-692-9355)
[nycwell.cityofnewyork.us](https://nycwell.cityofnewyork.us)
**National Suicide Prevention Lifeline**
[800-273-8255](tel:800-273-8255)
[suicidepreventionlifeline.org](https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org)
**Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance**
[800-826-3632](tel:800-826-3632)
[dbsalliance.org](https://dbsalliance.org)
**National Eating Disorders Association Helpline**
[800-931-2237](tel:800-931-2237)
[nationaleatingdisorders.org](https://nationaleatingdisorders.org)
**S.A.F.E. Alternatives (800) DONTCUT**
[800-366-8288 ](tel:800-366-8288%20)
[selfinjury.com](https://selfinjury.com)
**International OCD Foundation**
[iocdf.org](https://iocdf.org)
**Saint Vincent’s Hospital Westchester - Mental Health & Chemical Dependence**
24/7 Evaluation & Referral
[914-925-5320](tel:914-925-5320)
[www.stvincentswestchester.org](https://www.stvincentswestchester.org)
[Community Mental Health Services Westchester County](http://www3.westchestergov.com/images/stories/2016directory/sponsors/assets/basic-html/index.html#1)
**Mental Health America**
**Find Help & Treatment**
**Mental Help**
### #### LGBTQ Resources
**The Trevor Project - 24/7 Crisis Intervention & Suicide Prevention for LBGTQ Youth**
[866-488-7386](tel:866-488-7386)
[thetrevorproject.org](https://thetrevorproject.org)
**Callen Lorde Community Health Center - Primary Care and Mental Health**
[212-271-7200](tel:212-271-7200)
[callen-lorde.org](https://callen-lorde.org)
**The Center - The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center**
208 West 13th Street, New York
[212-620-7310](tel:212-620-7310)
[gaycenter.org](https://gaycenter.org)
**Mental Health Awareness LGBTQ**
**LGBTQ Guide 2017 NYC Comptroller**
[https://comptroller.nyc.gov/wp-content/uploads/documents/LGBTQ\_Guide\_2017.pdf](https://comptroller.nyc.gov/wp-content/uploads/documents/LGBTQ_Guide_2017.pdf)
**NYC anti-violence project**
**LGBT National Help Center**
**It Gets Better Campaign**
**Destination Tomorrow**
**Ali Forney Center**
### #### Domestic Violence Resources
**National Domestic Violence Hotline**
[800-799-7233](tel:800-799-7233)
[thehotline.org](https://thehotline.org)
**Love Is Respect - 24/7 End Dating Abuse**
[866-331-9474](tel:866-331-9474)
[loveisrespect.org](https://loveisrespect.org)
### #### Sexual Assault Resources
**National Sexual Assault Hotline 24/7**
[800-656-4673](tel:800-656-4673)
[rainn.org](https://rainn.org)
**New York State Coalition Against Sexual Assault**
[800-942-6906](tel:800-942-6906)
**New York State Reporting Sexual Assault on a NY college campus**
[844-845-7269](tel:844-845-7269)
**North Central Bronx Hospital Sexual Assault Response Treatment Team**
3424 Kossuth Avenue, Bronx, NY 10467 | [718-519-3100](tel:718-519-3100)
**New York Presbyterian Hospital Dove Program**
622 West 168th Street, New York, NY 10032 | [212-305-9060](tel:212-305-9060)
### #### Veterans Resources
**Veterans Crisis Line**
[800-273-8255](tel:800-273-8255)
[veteranscrisisline.net](https://veteranscrisisline.net)
**Mental Health Association of New York**
### #### Health Resources
**Health Services**
Alumni Hall 104
[718-862-7217](tel:718-862-7217)
**City MD Urgent Care**
[718-303-0479](tel:718-303-0479)
**Riverdale Family Practice**
3050 Corlear Ave. @ 231st Street
[718-543-2700](tel:718-543-2700)
**Allen Pavilion New York Presbyterian**
5141 Broadway @ 220th Street
[212-932-4000](tel:212-932-4000)
**New York State HIV Counseling Hotline**
[800-872-2777](tel:800-872-2777)
**American Health Association**
STD Hotline [919-361-8488](tel:919-361-8488)
**Callen Lorde Community Health Center - Primary Care and Mental Health**
[212-271-7200](tel:212-271-7200)
[callen-lorde.org](https://callen-lorde.org)
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title: "Staff Contacts"
url: "/campus-life/counseling-psychological-services/staff-contacts"
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date: 2026-04-10
updated: 2026-04-15
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# Staff Contacts
Counseling & Psychological Services
## Staff Contacts
[Timothy Bustle ](/node/913)**Staff Counselor/Therapist**
Counseling Center
[718-862-7987](tel:718-862-7987)
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[Carol Ciancutti ](/node/1069)**Adjunct, Director**
Counseling Center, Counseling Center
[718-862-7975](tel:718-862-7975)
MGL 501A
[Julian Egan ](/node/1077)**Operations Manager**
Counseling Center
[718-862-7394](https://tel;718-862-7394)
MGL 501A
[Christin Nedumchira ](/node/331)**Staff Psychologist, Adjunct**
Counseling Center, Counseling and Therapy
[718-862-7446](tel:718-862-7446)
MGL 5FL
[Taylor Rosenblum ](/node/665)**Staff Counselor/Therapist (PT)**
Counseling Center
 [Timothy Bustle](/directory/timothy.bustle)Staff Counselor/Therapist
Counseling Center
 [Carol Ciancutti](/directory/carol.ciancutti)Adjunct
Counseling Center
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Counseling Center
 [Julian Egan](/directory/julian.egan)Operations Manager
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[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Taylor Rosenblum](/directory/taylor.rosenblum)Staff Counselor/Therapist (PT)
Counseling Center
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title: "Testimonials"
url: "/student-life/counseling-psychological-services/testimonials"
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date: 2026-04-10
updated: 2026-06-16
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# Testimonials
## Testimonials
Students who have been clients of Counseling & Psychological Services have provided the following anonymous comments.
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title: "Zen Rooms"
url: "/student-life/counseling-psychological-services/zen-rooms"
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date: 2026-04-10
updated: 2026-06-16
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# Zen Rooms
## Zen Rooms
Are you looking for a calming space to relax and recharge? Do you need a quiet place to reflect and de-stress? Do you want to prioritize self-care this semester? Schedule some time in one of our Zen Rooms, a space designed to help students develop relaxation skills, cope with stress and practice mindful meditation.
The Zen Rooms are also available to be used for remote therapy sessions.
To sign up for a slot in the Zen Room or for more information, please contact Julie Egan directly by email at or by phone at [(718) 862-7292](tel:718-862-7292).
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title: "Dean of Students"
url: "/student-life/about/dean-of-students"
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date: 2026-04-10
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# Dean of Students
## Dean of Students
At Manhattan University, we are proud to uphold the rich traditions of our Lasallian mission. This means we are deeply committed to providing an education that is not only intellectually rigorous but also deeply rooted in values of respect, inclusivity, and social justice. We believe in fostering a community where every individual is recognized for their unique talents and contributions, and where we collectively strive to make a positive impact on the world.
The **Office of the Dean of Students** serves as a central hub for student advocacy and support. We are here to listen, to guide, and to champion your needs throughout your time at Manhattan University. Whether you're navigating academic challenges, seeking resources, or simply need a sounding board, please know that our door is always open.
Furthermore, we work in close partnership with our **CARE Team**, which offers comprehensive, holistic support to students facing a wide range of personal and academic concerns. The CARE Team is dedicated to ensuring your overall well-being, providing resources for mental health, academic success, and personal development. Together, we are committed to creating a supportive and empowering environment where you can thrive, both inside and outside the classroom.
We are incredibly excited to have you as part of our Manhattan University family. We encourage you to embrace the opportunities ahead, engage with our vibrant community, and make lifelong Jasper memories!
### CARE Team
The Campus Assessment, Resource, and Education (CARE) Team can help students with issues that included but are not limited to depression, anxiety, panic attacks, erratic behavior, missing extended class time, substance use/abuse, medical problems, self-destructive behavior, family issues, adjustment issues, etc.
To contact the CARE Team with concern, raise a flag in [JasperConnect](https://manhattan.starfishsolutions.com/starfish-ops/) or contact CARE Team members directly:
**Name****Position****Phone****Email**William CookDirector, Public Safety[718-862-7480](tel:718-862-7480)Gerarda ShieldsDean of Students, Sr. Associate Vice President of Student Life[718-862-6995](tel:718-862-6995)Anne MavorDirector, Health Services[718-862-7217](tel:718-862-7217)Carol CiancuttiDirector, Counseling Center[718-862-7975](tel:718-862-7975)Juanita PachecoDirector, Specialized Resource Center[718-862-7666](tel:718-862-7666)Andy BurnsExecutive Director of Advising,
Associate Provost[718-862-7101](tel:718-862-7101)Ronne GeneeDirector, Residential Life[718-862-7438](tel:718-862-7438)You can also send the CARE Team a report by using our referral form.
### Student Referral Form
**Should you face an emergency situation on campus, the first report should be to Public Safety at** [**718-862-7500**](tel:718-862-7500)**.** Less emergent situations can be reported to the CARE Team and a level of intervention needed will be determined. The CARE Team may, at times, initiate an emergency response.
[Student Referral Form](https://cm.maxient.com/reportingform.php?ManhattanCollege&layout_id=2)
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title: "Student Handbook: Community Standards & Student Code of Conduct"
url: "/student-life/dean-of-students/student-handbook-community-standards-student-code-of-conduct"
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date: 2026-04-10
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# Student Handbook: Community Standards & Student Code of Conduct
## Student Handbook: Community Standards & Student Code of Conduct
The Manhattan University Community Standards and Student Code of Conduct contains the rules and regulations of Manhattan University to which all members of the university community agree to abide. The University reserves the right to revise any of the information, policies, procedures, rules or regulations in this document at any time.
### Recent Updates
Any revisions to the Manhattan University Community Standards and Student Code of Conduct will be listed here for six months from the date of revision.
#### September 4, 2025
- Updated Section II.H Student Code of Conduct. Hazing
#### August 20, 2025
- Updated Section IV.2 Residence Life Community Standards and Code of Conduct. Manhattan University Student and Guest Visiting Policy
#### June 11, 2025
- Updated Section II.4 Student Code of Conduct. Drugs and Other Illegal Substances
- Updated Section II.11 Student Code of Conduct. General Student Code of Conduct Issues
### [I. Manhattan University Community Standards](#community-standards)
- Preamble
- The 12 Virtues of a Good Lasallian
- Manhattan University Honor Code
### [II. Student Code of Conduct](#code-conduct)
- Alcohol Regulations
- Regulations Regarding Alcohol and Campus Facilities
- Identification Tampering
- Drugs and Other Illegal Substances
- Weapons
- Harassment
- Physical Harassment and Assault
- Hazing
- Fire Safety
- Respect for Property
- General Student Code of Conduct Issues
### [III.Title IX/Sexual Harassment](#title-ix)
- Title IX/Sexual Harassment
### [IV. Residence Life Community Standards and Code of Conduct](#residence-life)
- Quiet Hours
- Manhattan University Student and Guest Visiting Policy
- Physical Plant Violations
- Residence Hall Procedures for Orderly Environment
- Standard Prohibitions in Residence Halls
- Community Damages
- Room/Apartment Key and Combination Policy
### [V. Off-Campus Conduct Policy ](#off-campus)
- Policy
- Procedures
- Drugs and Illegal Substances, Alcohol, and Environmental Concerns
- Sanctions and Nuisance Residences
### [VI. Disciplinary Sanctions](#disciplinary-sanctions)
- Disciplinary Sanctions
### [VII. Judicial Process, Procedures, and Adjudicating Bodies](#judicial)
- Violation and Complaint Procedures
- Judicial Process and Procedures
- Adjudication Bodies
- Student Rights in Hearings
- Jurisdiction
- Parental Notification
- Amnesty for Health Emergencies Relating to Drug and Alcohol
### [VIII. Academic Policies](#academic-policies)
- Academic Integrity
- Violations of Academic Integrity Part A and B
- Reporting Allegations of Violations of Part A and B
- Registration
- Course Syllabus and Grading Methods
- Attending Classes
- Withdrawal from a Course
- School Closing
- Final Examinations
- Contesting a Course Grade
- Confidentiality of Student Records
- Library Rules & Regulations
### [IX. Policy Statements](#statements)
- Medical Leave of Absence Policy and Procedures
- Sexual Harassment, Discrimination, and All Other Forms of Harassment
- Computing Policy and Procedures
- Marketing & Communication Photography/Video Policy
- Suspension and Relocation during Incidents
Community Standards ### I. Manhattan University Community Standards
#### A. Preamble
Welcome to Manhattan University, a Lasallian Catholic University. At Manhattan University, we remain very closely tied to our roots, namely the Institute of the Brothers of the Christian Schools founded by St. John Baptist de La Salle more than 300 years ago in France. In particular, the expectations for student behavior, our Community Standards and Student Code of Conduct are directly influenced by the ideas of de La Salle from the 17th century. These time-tested beliefs and ideals continue to guide Manhattan University as a community in the 21st century.
As in all institutions of higher education, Manhattan University is guided by the basic values of civility, safety and the discourse of ideas. Taking seriously our role as a Lasallian Catholic institution though, we have standards specific to our identity. As a Catholic institution our respect for the complementary nature of faith and reason, our respect for the wellspring of Catholic academic thought and our reliance on the rich Catholic heritage of arts and classic works is witnessed. Also, the sense of Catholic spirit witnessed through campus ministry, social justice, our curriculum and daily sacramental offerings imbue our campus with our distinctively Catholic mission and identity.
As did John Baptist de La Salle in his ministry, we continue to adapt to a changing culture and the changing needs of our students, while remaining true to the core values of the Lasallian mission. Beginning with the Perpetual Vow, taken by de La Salle and the early Brothers in 1694 at Vaugirard, France, we are foremost a community that works “together and by association.†This theme will resonate throughout your time at Manhattan and is a fundamental principle in the ethos of the Manhattan University community.
The Manhattan University community continues to aspire to John Baptist de La Salle’s appeal/demand for civility and decorum. “The practice of decorum and civility…is the wise and well regulated conduct that governs what we do and say. It arises from sentiments of modesty, respect, union, and charity toward our neighbor.†These time- tested ideals apply directly to the expectations of the current Manhattan University student in all settings, at all times.
While we all fall short of civility and decorum at times, we remain true to de La Salle by imposing corrections in cases where the Manhattan University standards are not met. In developing the community standards and the code of conduct infractions and sanctions, we are directly linked to John Baptist de La Salle’s disciplinary model. De La Salle outlines numerous qualities that are required when administering disciplinary corrections to students; included among these traits are the spirit of prudence and justice. We are conscious of these qualities and remain close to a core principle of de La Salle’s that “no correction should be administered unless it is considered useful and advantageous.†The goal of sanctions is to educate and offer developmentally appropriate opportunities for growth for the individual. However, while the individual is important, the larger community is also considered when administering corrections/sanctions. As a result, in order to protect the community at large, there are times when a severe sanction may be the appropriate conclusion.
We fully expect that as members of the Manhattan University community, you will read and understand the Community Standards and Code of Conduct that follow on these pages. It is the responsibility of each student to be cognizant of the expectations, the infractions and the possible sanctions for all manner of activity as a Manhattan University student.
#### B. The 12 Virtues of a Good Lasallian
Living the following Lasallian virtues will help you maintain a positive approach as a Manhattan University student and will certainly help you avoid the difficulties associated with violating the Community Standards and the Student Code of Conduct.
1. **Gravity:** regulates the exterior of a Lasallian to modesty, politeness and good order.
2. **Silence:** leads the Lasallian to avoid speaking when s/he should not speak and to speak when s/he should not be silent.
3. **Humility:** inspires us with low sentiments of ourselves; it attributes to us our just due.
4. **Prudence:** makes us understand what we need to do and what we need to avoid.
5. **Wisdom:** gives us knowledge of the most exalted things through the most excellent principles so that we may act accordingly.
6. **Patience:** makes us overcome without murmuring and with submission to the will of God, all the evils of this life, especially the cares inseparable from the education of youth.
7. **Reserve:** makes us think, speak and act with moderation, discretion and modesty.
8. **Gentleness:** inspires us with goodness, sensitivity and tenderness.
9. **Zeal:** makes us procure the glory of God with great affection.
10. **Vigilance:** makes us diligent and painstaking in fulfilling all our duties.
11. **Piety:** makes us fulfill worthily our duties toward God.
12. **Generosity:** makes us voluntarily sacrifice our personal interest, to those of our neighbor.
*Inspired by Br. Agathon, FSC, Superior General - 1777-1795 The Institute of the Brothers of the Christian Schools*
### C. Manhattan University Honor Code
1. **The Manhattan University Standard\*** Manhattan University is a community of scholars and learners committed to the principles of honesty, trustworthiness, fairness, and respect for the human dignity of all persons. Honor is the foundation of teaching and learning at Manhattan and the honor system is central to our mission as a liberal arts University. All members of this community share a common responsibility for promoting a climate of integrity. The Manhattan University Standard expresses a set of expectations of students who claim membership in Manhattan’s learning community. All undergraduate students are required to sign a pledge to adhere to these expressed values and to conduct themselves accordingly throughout their matriculation at Manhattan University. The standard of conduct that governs Manhattan’s academic life demands commitment to the highest personal values.
2. **The Manhattan University Honor Pledge** Students affirm their commitment to uphold the values of Manhattan University by signing a pledge that states:
*As a Manhattan University student, I will not lie, cheat, or steal in my academic endeavors, nor will I accept the actions of those who do. I will conduct myself responsibly and honorably in all my activities as a Manhattan University student. I am accountable to the Manhattan University community and dedicate myself to a life of honor.*
3. **The Reaffirmation** Upon completion of academic assignments, students may be asked periodically to reaffirm the above commitment by signing this statement: “I have adhered to the Manhattan University Standard in completing this assignment.â€
4. **Reporting Honor Code Violations** Under the Manhattan University Pledge, students affirm their commitment not to lie, cheat, or steal in academic endeavors, *nor accept the actions of those who do.* A student who has direct knowledge of potential violations of the Honor Code is honor bound to provide the name or identity of the person(s) alleged to have committed the violation(s). Likewise, other members of the Manhattan University community are expected to report potential cases of violations of the Honor Code.
5. **Violations of the Honor Code** From time to time there are violations of the Honor Code. Infractions are taken quite seriously and receive stern prompt judgment. Students who violate the Honor Code are subject to various sanctions, including suspension or expulsion from Manhattan University. The sanctions are described in the “Academic Integrity†section of the *Manhattan University Community Standards and Student Code of Conduct.*
6. **Implications** Commitment to the Manhattan University Standard as conveyed through the Honor Code encompasses:
- making decisions that can be justified, not as excusable or understandable, but as honorable;
- observing the guidelines for academic integrity and collaboration set forth by individual faculty members;
- adhering to all University regulations;
- reporting suspected Honor Code violations.
7. **Summary** Students have agreed to abide by the Honor Code and the system of discipline it requires. Tests and examinations may or may not be proctored and some may be take-home. Some final examinations may be self-scheduled, so that students may prepare for and take them in their preferred sequence and at their preferred hours. The library operates with open stacks, allowing students to wander freely as they study and research. n short, the system allows students and faculty to have mutual confidence in each other’s words and actions. This atmosphere is self-perpetuating and enables members of the Manhattan University community to live and learn together more easily.
\*Adapted from the Honor Codes of Duke University and Wellesley University
Code of Conduct ### II. Student Code of Conduct
*The Student Code of Conduct outlines specific behaviors which are seen as contradictory to the Lasallian mission and for which students will be held accountable. The Student Code of Conduct applies to all students individually as well as to collective groups. Manhattan University retains the right to hold students accountable for behavior which extends to off-campus activities, including University-sponsored and non-University- sponsored events.*
*Students who are separated from the University while there are judicial charges pending within the University will be required to engage in the judicial process either before leaving or following their return to campus. A few examples of such separation might be medical withdrawal, administrative withdrawal, study abroad, etc.*
*Students found responsible for behavior that violates the Student Code of Conduct at the level of suspension from the University or expulsion from the University are considered students “not in good standing.†Should a student be suspended or expelled from the University during the first five weeks of any given semester, that student forfeits the right to the usual reimbursement fee schedule. Any federal financial aid will be prorated according to Title IV of federal aid guidelines.*
*The following code of conduct is consistent with Lasallian community standards. The expectations set forth apply to all Manhattan University students in an effort to foster a community that strives for excellence in learning and living.*
#### A. Alcohol Regulations
Manhattan University students are expected to comply with alcohol laws of New York State, especially as they relate to underage drinking. Under current New York state law, individuals under 21 years of age may not possess or consume alcoholic beverages, nor may individuals over 21 years of age furnish alcoholic beverages to those less than 21 years of age. Consistent with New York State law, the following University policies are in effect:
1. People less than 21 years old may not possess or consume alcoholic beverages.
2. No member of the University community may serve or otherwise furnish alcoholic beverages to people less than 21 years old.
3. No person under the age of 21 may possess or present evidence of age that is false for the purpose of purchase or possession of alcoholic beverages.
#### Standard Minimum Sanctions May Result In:
Depending upon the severity of the incident(s):
- First time offenders will generally receive parental notification, mandatory educational programming, revocation of privileges and fines.
- Second time offenders will generally receive more intensive counseling referral, parental notification, revocation of privileges, residence probation and a fine.
- Chronic offenders (three or more offenses in an academic year) can lead to mandatory medical leave, involuntary leave of absence, mandatory substance abuse assessment, suspension and/or expulsion from the residence halls and/or the University or any combination of the above. A decision to impose a mandatory medical leave will be made only after consultation with qualified mental health and/or addiction specialists. For further information, see the Medical Leave policy in Section VIII.
### B. Regulations Regarding Alcohol and Campus Facilities
1. All students present in private residence hall rooms where alcoholic beverages are being consumed must be 21 years old.
2. Possession or use of alcohol serving equipment, including but not limited to beer pong tables, beer ball containers, kegs, taps, funnels and bars, is prohibited.
3. Drinking games are prohibited, including standard drinking games being played without alcohol present.
4. Any quantity of alcoholic beverages (e.g., beer, wine, liquor) brought into a residence hall that, in the judgment of University personnel/staff, may cause injury or harm will be confiscated and disposed of without reimbursement.
5. Any quantity of alcoholic beverages (e.g., beer, wine, liquor) brought into a residence hall or possessed on campus, by a student under the age of 21 will be confiscated and disposed of without reimbursement.
6. Students may not bring alcoholic beverages into any unauthorized areas.
7. Being in a state of intoxication is a violation of the Student Code of Conduct.
#### Standard Minimum Sanctions May Result In:
Depending upon the severity of the incident(s):
- First time offenders will generally receive parental notification, mandatory educational programming, revocation of privileges and fines.
- Second time offenders will generally receive more intensive counseling referral, parental notification, revocation of privileges, residence probation and a fine.
- Chronic offenders (three or more offenses in an academic year) can lead to mandatory medical leave, involuntary leave of absence, mandatory substance abuse assessment, suspension and/or expulsion from the residence halls and/or the University or any combination of the above. A decision to impose a mandatory medical leave will be made only after consultation with qualified mental health and/or addiction specialists. For further information, see the Medical Leave policy in Section VIII.
### C. Identification Tampering
Manhattan University reserves the right to sanction students who possess falsified, altered, or otherwise fraudulent state or federal identification for any purpose, including but not limtied to age-restricted facilities or events, and alcohol consumption or purchase.
Criminal charges may be brought against a person who alters and/or possesses a false or fraudulent written instrument officially issued or created by public office, public servant or governmental instrumentality. Those who manufacture or alter an ID or driver’s license may be criminally charged with:
1. Forgery in the 2nd (Penal Law 170.10)-D Felony
2. Possession of a forged instrument in the 2nd degree (Penal Law 170.25) D Felony
3. Criminal impersonation in the 2nd degree (Penal Law 190.25)- A Misdemeanor
4. False impersonation (Penal Law 190.23)-B Misdemeanor
As such, University students may not:
1. Produce false government identification
2. Be in possession of false identification, including another individual's government issued identification
3. Alter or transfer their Manhattan University identification card to another person
Both the New York State Alcoholic Beverage Control Law and the Penal Law set forth the penalties for attempting to purchase alcoholic beverages with an altered or false New York State driver's license.
"Felony" according to New York State penal law and for the purpose of this Policy means a crime punishable by imprisonment for more than one year.
"Misdemeanor" according to New York State penal law and for the purpose of this Policy means a crime punishable by imprisonment for more than 15 days but no more than one year.
#### Standard Minimum Sanctions May Result In
- Disciplinary Probation
### D. Drugs and Other Illegal Substances
The unauthorized selling, purchasing, possession or distribution of drugs and other illegal substances, including, but not limited to narcotics, depressants, stimulants or hallucinogens is in violation of the Student Code of Conduct and state and federal laws. Manhattan University is not a sanctuary from civil authorities. The use of prescription drugs without a prescription or inconsistent with the prescribed dosage is prohibited. The University will cooperate with law enforcement agencies in apprehending specific individuals whose activities the authorities have good reason to suspect. Possession or distribution of synthetic or herb-based drugs is prohibited. The use of hookahs on campus is prohibited; if found in the residence halls, hookahs will be confiscated.
1. **Distribution of Drugs and Illegal Substances:** The distribution of marijuana, narcotics, and prescription medication and other illegal substances is strictly forbidden by the Student Code of Conduct. It also violates state and federal law. Evidence of sale and/or distribution may be reported to local law enforcement agencies. The possession of drugs or illegal substances in significant quantities may, by itself, indicate the intent to distribute such drugs or illegal substances.
#### Standard Minimum Sanctions May Result In
- Expulsion from the University
2. **Possession and Use of Drugs:** The possession and/or use of such drugs is strictly forbidden. The use of prescription drugs without a prescription or inconsistent with the prescribed dosage is prohibited. While we recognize the use and misuse of substances as a health issue, we also are aware of its negative impact on the larger community. If found, such drugs will be confiscated by Manhattan University without reimbursement.
3. **Possession and Use of Drug Paraphernalia:** No person shall use, possess or have under their control any drug paraphernalia, including but not limited to, water pipes, bongs, grinders, hypodermic syringes/needles not prescribed to them by a physician, glassine envelopes, scales and balances for the purpose of weighing and measuring a drug or controlled substance. If found, such paraphernalia will be confiscated by Manhattan University without reimbursement.
#### Standard Minimum Sanctions May Result In
- First time offenders will generally receive parental notification, mandatory educational programming and revocation of privileges and fines. Second time offenders will generally receive more intensive counseling referral, parental notification, revocation of privileges, residence probation and a fine.
- Chronic offenders (three or more offenses in an academic year) can lead to mandatory medical leave, involuntary leave of absence, mandatory substance abuse assessment, suspension and/or expulsion from the residence halls and/or the University. Chronic drug offenders may be required to participate in mandatory drug testing at the student’s expense.
### E. Weapons
Possession of dangerous or lethal weapons, guns, knives, explosives, firecrackers or combustibles, paintball guns, flares etc. is prohibited. Possession of ammunition is prohibited. All replica weapons including decorative weapons for display are prohibited. Paintball guns, pellet guns and accessories are prohibited. Legal items converted to illegal use are prohibited (i.e. replica weapon, fake handguns etc.).
#### Standard Minimum Sanctions May Result In
- Possession of these items results in confiscation and a fine at a minimum, but could increase up to and including expulsion. Should the offense violate penal code, more serious sanctions can be imposed.
### F. Harassment
Harassment is abusive or threatening language, behavior that intentionally or recklessly abuses, ridicules, or mocks a person that may adversely affect their learning, living, or working environment. Examples include but are not limited to profanity, lewd pictures or words, and could involve:
1. Technology, email, social networking sites, or internet including violations of Manhattan University’s Computing Policy (See Computing Policy and Procedures);
2. Cartoons, caricatures, photos, online postings, etc.;
3. Graffiti or written messages. Defacing any property on campus;
4. Verbal harassment – face to face yelling, voicemails, phone calls, text messages, tweeting, IM’s, etc.;
5. Singling out an individual or group in an intolerant fashion including reference to religion, race, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, etc. (See Sexual Harassment, Discrimination and all, Other Forms of Harassment policy Statement);
6. Language or actions, written or spoken, expressed with the intent or effect of inciting hatred or violence and to place the targets of the words in danger.
#### Standard Minimum Sanctions May Result In
- Disciplinary Probation or Suspension from the University
### G. Physical Harassment and Assault
Physical harassment or assault includes any action or situation that produces the physical discomfort of an individual or group or that places the individual or group in danger of physical injury, including but not limited to, punching, kicking, scratching, spitting, use of weapons, pushing, etc.
The university environment is designed as a place of safety to encourage the exchange of differing ideas and viewpoints. Students are expected to handle conflict without the use of force. In the event of physical threat, students should pursue every means possible to avoid physical retaliation. Students are encouraged to contact Public Safety to avoid physical altercations.
#### Standard Minimum Sanctions May Result In
- Suspension or expulsion from the University
### H. Hazing
Every member of the University community should be able to participate in activities and organizations without compromising their health, safety and welfare. Hazing is unacceptable and is a violation of University policy.
#### Standard Minimum Sanctions May Result In
- **Students:** Suspension, expulsion, or other appropriate disciplinary action and possible referral to local law enforcement authorities.
- **Student Organizations:** Rescission of permission for the organization to operate on campus property and possible referral to local law enforcement authorities penalties.
- **Third parties:** Ejected or banned from campus or University property.
### I. Fire Safety
Fire poses a serious risk to everyone on campus and fire safety equipment, such as smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, fire alarm pull boxes and emergency routing signs, are installed in each University facility and residence hall for your protection (also, see Fire Safety Policy and Fire Safety Prohibited Items). Tampering with or misusing any fire safety device, jeopardizes your safety and the safety of others and will result in disciplinary action and/or arrest. Actions considered a violation of fire safety regulations include, but are not limited to:
1. Tampering with fire alarms, fire extinguishers, fire doors, sprinklers, etc.;
2. Smoking indoors;
3. Disposing of lit smoking products in trash receptacles;
4. Starting or maintaining any open flame in unauthorized University spaces (i.e. residence halls, library, classroom, etc.);
5. Blocking or locking fire exits;
6. Propping doors open.
#### Standard Minimum Sanctions May Result In
- Expulsion or suspension from residence halls and/or suspension or expulsion from the University
### J. Respect for Property
Vandalism or theft of University, organization, or personal property (including, but not limited to library, computer files, or any other personal possessions, etc.) is a violation of the Student Code of Conduct and Community Standards.
#### Standard Minimum Sanctions May Result In
- Restitution, though any sanction may apply depending on the level and manner of the damage.
### K. General Student Code of Conduct Issues
As it is not possible to list every possible violation of the Student Code of Conduct that can occur, we are offering a general list of violations that can be adjudicated applying the Student Code of Conduct. These issues can occur in a wide variety of settings, both on and off campus and may require a wide range of sanctions depending on the severity of the situation. Please refer to the continuum of disciplinary sanctions to inform yourself of potential outcomes. The following violations are often self-explanatory, but deserve specific mention in the Student Code of Conduct.
1. Any conduct that would violate any local, state or federal government criminal code.
2. Any behavior that is contrary to the order requisite for the educational community, including but not limited to, conduct that threatens or endangers the life, health, safety or well-being of self or others.
3. Unauthorized entry or use of University facilities, unauthorized possession, duplication or use of keys, Manhattan University identification cards or pass codes to University facilities.
4. Failure to comply with the directives of University officials acting in performance of their duties.
5. Refusal to show ID card to administrative, academic, Public Safety or food service personnel, members of Student Life staff, or members of Student Government who are performing their assigned duties.
6. Physical or verbal abuse of a University official.
7. Illegal gambling.
8. Smoking and Vaping. Manhattan University is 100% smoke- and vape-free campus.
9. Abuse of telecommunications (i.e. telephone, email, cable TV). A growing area of concern for students is copyright infringement when downloading products from the internet. (See Computing Policy and Procedures.)
10. Engaging or threatening to engage in behavior that poses imminent danger of causing harm to self or others, would cause property damage, or would directly impede the lawful activities of others.
11. Violations of any other rules, regulations and policies outlined in this document and on the official University website, including but not limited to policies statements as per Residence Life, Sexual Harassment, Computing, and Advertising.
12. Providing false information to the University when participating in the disciplinary process as a witness or as a student charged with a violation.
13. Indecent behaviors include, but are not limited to the following: profanity, indecent exposure, lewd or obscene expressions, disrespectful statements toward University personnel, public urination, etc.
14. Any attempt by a member or a visitor to the University community to intimidate, penalize, or threaten a person who is involved in the report of or an investigation into misconduct is prohibited. This includes, but is not limited to, the reporting party, the party being investigated, and any and all witnesses.
The aforementioned list of violations is not exhaustive; however it gives a solid foundation for the types of behavior that violate the Student Code of Conduct. Again, depending on the specific situation, these violations can result in a variety of sanctions that exist on the continuum of sanctions which follows. As a reminder, the adjudication of such offenses shall be considered from a Lasallian model of educational opportunity. The well-being of the collective community is also considered in light of individual conduct.
Title IX ### III.Title IX/Sexual Harassment
[View the Title IX/Sexual Harassment Policy via the Title IX office.](/title-ixsexual-misconduct "Title IX/Sexual Misconduct")
Residence Life ### IV. Residence Life Community Standards and Code of Conduct
### A. Quiet Hours
Courtesy hours are in effect 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This means that music, conversation, TV volumes and all other noise should be respectful of community living.
Quiet hours are from Sunday through Thursday, 11:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. and on Friday and Saturday from midnight to 8:00 a.m. This means that music, conversation, TV volumes and all other noise should not emanate beyond one’s room.
#### Standard Minimum Sanctions May Result In
- Reprimand. Chronic violations of quiet hours can lead to suspension from residence halls.
### B. Manhattan University Student and Guest Visiting Policy
The guest policy provides resident students the opportunity to have friends visit while respecting the rights of roommates and suitemates to a studious atmosphere. There are designated times during the year when guest privileges are restricted. Residents should speak to their RA or Area Coordinator if a visitor or guest is infringing on their right to a comfortable living environment. A guest is considered anyone who has not be assigned to that specific room. All guests who are not MU students, must provide a government issued photo ID to prove that they are at least 18 years old.
**Day Guest:** Any person who is not a resident of a specific Manhattan University residence hall entering with a resident host between 8:00 am and 12:00 am (this extends to 2:00 am for day guests arriving on Friday and Saturday). Residents may host up to two day guests at a time. Any guest from outside the University Community must be pre-registered through the my MU Portal. All residents must sign their guests in with the host in the main lobby of the building at the Public Safety desk. For MU Students both the Host and guest must leave their MU ID and the host’s MU ID with Public Safety. For Non MU Community Members, the host must leave their MU ID and their non-affiliated guest must leave their government issued photo ID.
#### Standard Minimum Sanctions May Result In
- If a day guest leaves after the required time, the MU resident will receive a written warning for the first violation, a $20 fine for the second, and a $30 fine and a suspension of guest privileges for the third.
- Resident may also face reprimand and other sanctions.
**Overnight Guest:** Residents may have an overnight guest for up to two consecutive nights and three consecutive days, leaving no later than noon on the day the guest pass expires, otherwise the ID will be forwarded to the Public Safety office in Jasper Hall. Residents may host guests for up to 6 nights per month at two day intervals, and no more than two overnight guests at any given time. The resident who plans to have an overnight guest is expected to provide the courtesy of a discussion with one’s roommate(s) prior to having an overnight guest. The resident must accompany their guest at all times on campus and is responsible for the guest’s behavior while on campus.
The guest leaves a government-issued photo ID with Public Safety in the residence hall each time they enter the residence hall and claim it each time they leave.
Overnight guests may not visit during the first 7 days from the first day of classes in the Fall semester, 5 days from the first day of classes for the Spring semester if you have a new roommate and the final exam period (starting on the last day of classes).
Any requests for extended period of stays need to be requested to the Director of Residence Life or their designee at least 24 hours before the scheduled stay.
#### Standard Minimum Sanctions May Result In
- Violation of this policy can result in a variety of sanctions from reprimand up to and including residence hall probation or suspension.
### C. Physical Plant Violations
Any tampering with physical plant including but not limited to the following: Throwing and/or causing objects or substances out of, into or onto residence hall windows, doors, balconies or other such areas; the alteration or removal of University-provided devices and furnishings from the residence halls, including room, lounge or public area furniture or amenities; unauthorized lock installations on any residence hall doors or spaces; displaying unauthorized banners or advertisements from residence hall windows; tampering with or removal of window screens or window guards; unapproved alterations to one’s room or any space in a residence hall, including painting.
#### Standard Minimum Sanctions May Result In
- Restitution and/or reprimand, up to and including housing suspension depending on severity of incident.
### D. Residence Hall Procedures for Orderly Environment
Contributing to the illegal/unauthorized entry of another into the residence hall; unauthorized room changes; failure to complete the check-in or checkout process properly (see Residence Life office and/or University website for detailed policies); creating an uninviting room atmosphere that forces a roommate to move out of the assigned room; failure to maintain healthy standards of personal hygiene and/or room cleanliness to the extent that it interferes with the general comfort, safety or welfare of one’s roommate(s) or the residence hall community; improper or lack of disposing of refuse in proper waste containers, or failure to comply with recycling guidelines, including empty cans, bottles or food containers.
#### Standard Minimum Sanctions May Result In
- Restitution and/or Reprimand, up to and including housing suspension depending on severity of incident
### E. Standard Prohibitions in Residence Halls
Any item that could cause physical injury, including but not limited to dart boards and paintballs; operating a business/commercial enterprise from a residence hall room; unauthorized solicitation, recruitment for membership, subscription, polling, posting, canvassing by students or non-University individuals, nonregistered groups or organizations in the residence halls; entry to restricted areas within the residence halls (including but not limited to, balconies, roof areas, offices, closets, attics, etc) except when required in an emergency; creating/contributing to an unsafe condition within the residence halls; playing or participating in sports or other recreational activity within the residence hall rooms, hallways, common areas or any area not designated for physical recreation; having animals or pets in the residence halls, except for fish in an aquarium of 20 or fewer gallons; objectionable advertisement in residence hall windows facing outward.
#### Standard Minimum Sanctions May Result In
Reprimand, up to and including residence hall probation and/or suspension. Possible suspension or expulsion from the University.
### F. Community Damages
When a common area (such as a bathroom, hallway or lounge) is damaged or vandalized, if the ensuing investigation does not result in a responsible individual being identified, every resident who lives in that area is billed a share of the cost for repair or replacement. Please be aware that trash left behind, spills, room trash in the bathroom or a mess of any kind is considered vandalism. To avoid being billed, residents must properly dispose of the trash in the designated areas, clean up messes that occur, and report to Residence Life or Public Safety any acts of vandalism or damage witnessed.
### G. Room/Apartment Combination Policy
Residence halls have room combinations. Residents should keep these combinations private for safety purposes. Unauthorized use of room keys and door combinations is prohibited (see *General Student Code of Conduct Issues*) and will result in disciplinary action.
In cases where combinations need to be changed due to misuse by a resident, students living the space will be charged $100 for door combination changes. All students in the room/suite/apartment will be charged unless responsibility is determined to lie with one student, in which case all charges will be applied to that individual.
Off-Campus ### V. Off-Campus Conduct Policy
The purpose of the Good Neighbor Policy is to set community standards of behavior for Manhattan University students residing off-campus and participating in events both on and off-campus. Manhattan University is located within an urban environment surrounded by several residential neighborhoods. Guidelines for off-campus conduct have been established in order to uphold standards of behavior consistent with the community standards of behavior for Manhattan University students and to ensure that we continue to foster an environment that is considerate of the rights of all neighbors in our extended community. This policy applies to, but is not limited to, use of non-University residences, public transportation, parks, sporting events and recreation venues, other schools, retail establishments and municipal parking regulations.
In keeping with the Lasallian tradition of respect for the dignity of each individual, Manhattan University requires all students to act in a manner that is civil, safe, and respectful at all times. Manhattan University students are expected to uphold these community standards both on and off campus. All students are accountable for behavior that adversely impacts the Manhattan University community or the community at large. Adverse impact includes, but is not limited to, any behavior considered disruptive to the neighbors and businesses in the surrounding community.
### A. Policy
Manhattan University students are expected to be exemplary citizens and to uphold community standards. All students are expected to respect the rights of others while accepting the responsibilities as well as the benefits of good citizenship. The University may arrange forums at the beginning of each academic year for students living in residence halls and for those living in non-University housing. Attendance at such forums is encouraged.
### B. Procedures
Students living off-campus are required to notify the Registrar’s Office of their local address by updating the Personal Information tab on Self-Service. Failure to notify the Registrar’s Office may result in the student’s inability to register for classes, or to receive other University privileges such as use of the library, the Jasper Dining Card, dining services, or computer labs. Address should include the building and apartment number. If your address changes, you must notify the registrar.
### C. Drugs and Illegal Substances, Alcohol, and Environmental Conditions
To support the goal of being good neighbors, confirmed reports of the following illegal or disruptive behavior will not be tolerated and will be referred to the Manhattan University Disciplinary Judicial process and may result in sanctions, including fines:
1. **Drugs and Illegal Substances:** The University prohibits the possession, use, sharing or distribution of illegal drugs and will also assist law enforcement in the investigation of such activity, including the possession or distribution of prescription medication by or to someone for whom that medicine was not prescribed.
2. **Alcohol:** Violations of local and state laws relative to alcohol abuse and underage drinking, including, but not limited to, the use, sale, or distribution of fake IDs.
3. **Environmental Conditions:** Failure to maintain sanitary conditions, littering, and failure to manage refuse in containers.
4. **Disorderly Conduct:** Excessive or unreasonable noise; public indecency; sponsoring parties for profit; damaging or defacing property; and/or other behavior which infringes on the rights of neighbors.
If any of the above violations occur in a unit occupied by multiple residents, and an individual resident cannot be specifically identified as the perpetrator, all residents of the off-campus unit will be considered in violation of this Policy.
### D. Sanctions and Nuisance Residences
#### Sanctions:
1. First time offenders may be subject to fines of up to $500.00 per student, disciplinary probation, and/or community service. Students who have registered their local, off-campus addresses may receive lesser sanctions than those who have not provided this information.
2. Second time offenders will be subject to fines up to and including $750.00 per student, designation as a Nuisance Residence, and/or possible suspension from the University.
3. Chronic Offenders (three or more offenses per academic year) may be subject to fines up to and including $1500.00 and/or Suspension/Expulsion from the University.
#### Nuisance Residence
Any off-campus apartment, house, or other dwelling where there have been repeated complaints about disruptive behavior may be designated as a “Nuisance Residenceâ€. Repeated complaints may be documented in a number of ways such as, neighbor complaints, reports to 311, reports to 911, police reports, police response to off-campus residence, or reports of the same to Public Safety. Once a dwelling has been designated a “Nuisance Residence,†Manhattan University students will be prohibited from living at that residence for a designated length of time. The University will also notify the landlord, if contact information is available, of policy violations as they become known to the University.
Disciplinary Sanctions ### VI. Disciplinary Sanctions
#### A. Disciplinary Sanctions
When it has been determined that a student has violated the University Code of Conduct or any other University rule, a sanction or combination of sanctions may be imposed. Possible sanctions are as follows:
1. **Reprimand:** The student is warned that further misconduct may result in more severe disciplinary action. It is recorded in the office of the Dean of Students, but not reflected on academic records or the University transcript. This is a sanction which is available for some first time offenses and in offenses where there is great educational value in the student participating in the disciplinary process. Administrators will use this when they view the participation in the disciplinary process as a likely deterrent from future behavior that violates University policy.
2. **Restitution and/or Fines:** The student is required to make payment to the University or to other persons, groups or organizations for damages and/or punitive sanctions incurred as a result of the violation. To honor Manhattan University's Lasallian tradition, sanction money may be allocated to a designated charity and/or student life educational programming when it is not used to replace damages caused by a student.
3. **Community Service:** Students may be subject to mandatory service projects. This sanction may be utilized in situation where students have been a negative influencing factor in the community so they can give back to a community to restore it to its status quo. It is also utilized to encourage students who have been negatively engaged to foster positive relationships on campus.
4. **Educational Programs:** Students may be required to successfully complete or attend an educational program. Examples include, but are not limited to lectures, research projects and online educational programs. This sanction is based in the Lasallian tradition of promoting education and to help individuals become both more aware of themselves as well as the impact they have on their community.
5. **Revocation of Privileges:** A student may be subject to losing a privilege on campus due to the abuse of that privilege. For example, a student may lose the privileges of visitation of the residence halls or guest privileges in the residence halls or on campus. In addition, students may lose use of exercise equipment, student life activities, gymnasium, etc. The student may be subject to loss of privileges at other sites or events on campus or at University activities off campus. It is recorded in the Office of Dean of Students but not reflected on academic records or the University transcript.
6. **Mandatory Referral:** A student may be referred to counseling, anger management and/or training. When a student is referred to the Counseling Center or required to find a service provider outside the University, the information from the session will remain confidential. The Counselor will only report back to the hearing administrator whether the student complied with the sanction and attended the session.
7. **Other Sanctions:** Should a student violate a policy and there is a beneficial alternative option for sanctioning than those listed in the Community Standards and Student Code of Conduct, the hearing administrator may submit a request in writing to the Dean of Students for an alternative sanction. If the Dean of Students or the Dean’s designee determines the alternative sanction would benefit both the student and the University while being comparative to listed forms of sanction, the alternative sanction may be applied.
8. **Sanction for Groups:** Groups are liable for the same sanctions as individuals. A group may be reprimanded, required to pay for damages incurred or placed on probation and, thereby, denied the right to sponsor any social function on campus for a stated period of time. In addition, a group may be suspended until conditions established at the time of suspension are fulfilled.
9. **Residence Probation:** The student is subject to expulsion or suspension from the residence halls if any further violations of the University policy or law occur. The student will be subject to loss of privileges, including visitation, and have reduced access in the housing selection process. Students on residence hall probation will not be eligible to participate in study abroad or similar travel experiences for the duration of their probation. It is recorded in the Office of Dean of Students but not reflected on academic records or the University transcript. Parent/guardian notification may occur.
10. **Expulsion or Suspension from the Residence Halls:** The student shall lose the privilege of living in the residence halls permanently or for a specified amount of time. The student is also prohibited from visiting the residence halls. Conditions for re-admission into the residence halls will be established at the time of suspension. It is recorded in the student’s file in the Office of the Dean of Students but is not reflected on academic records or the University transcript. Parent/guardian notification may occur.
11. **Disciplinary Probation:** The student shall not represent the University in any extracurricular or co-curricular activity or run for or hold office in any student group or organization. If deemed appropriate, the student may also be barred from all extracurricular activities or be allowed on University property only to the extent that class schedule or residence on campus requires. Students on disciplinary probation are not eligible to participate in study abroad or similar travel experiences for the duration of their probation. It is recorded in the student’s file in the Office of Dean of Students but is not reflected on academic records or the University transcript. Parent/guardian notification may occur. Additional restrictions or conditions, such as fines, may also be imposed. Violation of any of the terms of Disciplinary Probation or additional violation of University policy subjects a student to immediate suspension or dismissal.
12. **Suspension from University:** Separating the student from the University for a specified period of time when a student has committed a serious or repeated violation of a University policy, rule or regulation, or when the University makes a determination that: (i) the student’s continued presence on campus disrupts the conduct of regular University functions and activities; (ii) the student’s continued presence on campus may pose a risk, threat or danger to the student or others; or (iii) the student fails to comply with significant University directions or regulations. Suspension can also be appropriate in situations where one of these factors is not evident. Appropriate faculty, administrators, and University offices will be informed of the terms of a student’s suspension. If deemed appropriate, and consistent with the law, parents or guardians will be advised of the suspension. During a period of suspension, a student may not continue to participate in academic programs or classes, may not be on property contiguous to campus and may not attend University-related events without written permission from the Dean of Students. Students who have been suspended from the University will remain on disciplinary probation for the duration of their University attendance, post suspension. It is recorded in the student’s file in the Office of Dean of Students but is not reflected in academic records or on the University transcript. A student who is suspended will have to comply with all conditions established by the University for readmission at the completion of the suspension.\*
13. **Expulsion:** Permanent separation of the student from the University is given in extremely serious or repetitive cases of misconduct and/or violation of the laws. An expelled student may not enroll in the University at any future date. Expelled students must also seek authorization from the Office of Public Safety to fulfill any appointments on campus. It is recorded in the student’s file in the Office of the Dean of Students, on the academic record and the University transcript. A letter is sent to the Dean of the student’s school and to the parent or guardian.\*
**\*Students who engage in behavior which is so detrimental to the campus community that they must lose their right to housing, be suspended from the University, or be expelled from the University, are not subject to reimbursement for money paid for the semester in accordance with Title IV federal guidelines.**
Judicial ### VII. Judicial Process, Procedures, and Adjudicating Bodies
#### A. Violation and Complaint Procedures
Typically Student Code of Conduct violations and complaints are processed in the following manner:
1. Reporting an Incident: All members of the Manhattan University Community are encouraged to report any conduct unbecoming the Lasallian Catholic character of the school or in violation of the Student Code of Conduct. Please contact the Office of Dean of Students, Public Safety, Residence Life, or the Director of Equity, Diversity, and Chief Title IX Coordinator for assistance in generating a report. In an emergency, contact Public Safety immediately at 718-862-7333.
2. Preliminary Investigation and Report: A preliminary report of an incident or complaint may be prepared by the Office of Dean of Students, Residence Life, or Public Safety staff or jointly by all departments. Interviews may be conducted, evidence collected, unauthorized items confiscated and photos taken for review by Public Safety. Violations of law may result in immediate police intervention.
3. Incident and Complaint Review: All reports and complaints are then reviewed by Public Safety, the Office of Dean of Students, and/or Residence Life in a timely fashion. A final report is then prepared by Public Safety, reflecting both Residence Life, when applicable, and Public Safety department findings and recommendations. A final report may be delayed pending a further investigation by Public Safety administrators, including but not limited to additional interviews and closed circuit TV footage review.
4. Judicial and Counseling Referrals: Based on the nature of the violation or complaint, Public Safety typically makes a referral to the Office of Dean of Students. From that point, depending on the nature of the incident, there can be referral to the Counseling Center in addition to a judicial review. Referral to the counseling center is not a punishment; rather, this is a key area for appropriate, developmental educational intervention.
- Referral to the Counseling Center - for drugs and/or alcohol use, medical or mental health issues.
- Referral to the CARE Team - to provide comprehensive student support.
- Referral to the Office of Dean of Students - for judicial review and action.
### B. Judicial Process and Procedures
The judicial process is utilized when it is possible that a student has violated the Student Code of Conduct, University policy or procedure, or local, state, or federal law. Administrators of the judicial process reserve the right, with the approval of the Dean of Students, to conduct mediation in certain circumstances when it may be more beneficial for the students involved. The Judicial Process may be conducted through any of the following procedures, as is determined appropriate by the Dean of Students or their designee: Disciplinary authority is vested in the Dean of Students. The standard for disciplinary decision-making is based on a preponderance of the evidence.
1. Hearing and Findings: Once the incident report has been referred, the Office of Dean of Students will determine the hearing administrator, as warranted by the severity of violation(s). The Dean of Students may also act as hearing administrator. The hearing administrator will review the case as well as all information, reports and evidence that have been developed during the investigation and thereafter meet with the student to discuss the incident. At the hearing, the student will be provided with a description of the incident and the alleged violation(s) and will be given an opportunity to take responsibility for the violation(s). The hearing administrator is charged with determining responsibility based on a preponderance of the evidence. The student will be informed of the potential sanctions by the hearing administrator. These sanctions will coincide with the standard sanction guidelines. Should a student fail to attend the hearing, the hearing administrator may adjudicate the case in absentia. A violation may be dismissed at any time. The University reserves the right to initiate immediate interim restrictions depending on severity of violation(s). This includes, but is not limited to actions such as temporary or permanent administrative housing reassignment, suspension from housing, suspension from classes, no-contact orders, etc.
2. Student Conduct Conference: When alleged violations will lead to sanctions less than probation (see Section VI for the sanctioning continuum), students will meet with an administrator in a Student Conduct Conference. This process is separate from the Judicial Hearing processes referenced throughout this document. Students will receive notice to attend a Conference via email, which will include alleged violations and a generalized summary of the incident. Students found responsible for violations of the Community Standards and Student Code of Conduct in a Conference will be notified of sanctions and reserve the right to an appeal.
3. Notice of Written Warning: When alleged violations wil lresult in a written warning, students may receive a notice of a finding of responsibility via email without a hearing or conference. Situations where these notices may be used include, but are not limited to, prohibited items found in student rooms in the residence halls and guest policy violations. Students may respond to the notice to request a Student Conduct Conference to discuss the incident with an administrator. A request for a Conference would not be considered an appeal of the original decision, and students would retain the right to request an appeal after receiving an outcome letter for the Conference.
4. Requests for Appeals: Requests for appeals must be made within three (3) business days of notification of the original decision. All appeal requests must be made in writing and should be submitted electronically via the [Student Conduct Appeals Form](https://cm.maxient.com/reportingform.php?ManhattanCollege&layout_id=5) (also linked in your outcome letter). Appeals will be responded to by the Assistant Dean of Students or referred to an appropriate appellate officer or panel. The University calendar may dictate the time frame of the appeal. All appellate decisions are final.
#### Guidelines for Appeals
One appeal per violation hearing will be permitted and must meet one or more of the following grounds for appeal:
- The student asserts a procedural error that substantially impacted the original finding or sanction(s);
- New evidence, unavailable during the original hearing or investigation, has arisen that substantially impacted the original finding or sanction(s);
- The sanction(s) that were imposed are substantially outside the parameters or guidelines set by the Manhattan University Community Standards and Student Code of Conduct.
#### Appellate Officer/Panel Outcomes
The appellate officer or panel, upon review of the case, may:
- Affirm the decision rendered in the original hearing;
- Reassign the case or remand it to the original hearing officer or panel with instructions to correct procedural error;
- Remand the case to the original hearing officer or panel with recommendation to consider new evidence;
- Remand the case to the original hearing officer or panel for reconsideration of sanction(s).
The appellate officer/panel does not make decisions of responsibility, nor do they assign sanctions. Granted appeals will be remanded to the original hearing officer to render a new decision, or reassigned to another hearing officer.
### C. Adjudication Bodies
1. #### The Student Court
**a.) Authority:** Student Court has the authority to hear cases involving alleged violations of Student Government regulations, University regulations, and Student Code of Conduct within its jurisdiction, as referred by the Office of Dean of Students. It also adjudicates appeals of campus traffic tickets.
**b.) Membership:** The Court is composed of a Chief Justice and Associate Justices that are appointed by Student Government.
**c.) Sanctioning Ability:** See Student Court Procedures. The Student Court has the authority to apply any sanction outlined in the Community Standards and Student Code of Conduct from Sanction #1 through Sanction #8.
2. #### The Dean of Students and the Dean of Students Board
**a.) Authority:** The Dean of Students is the Chief Judicial Officer and has the authority to hear any cases of alleged violation of Community Standards and Student Code of Conduct.
**b.) Membership:** The Dean of Students reserves the right to make decisions on any judicial issues. The Dean of Students may also convene a Dean's Board of judicially trained faculty and administrators to address serious cases of alleged misconduct. The board consists of three total members of the administration and faculty. The board will be chaired by the Dean of Students, Assistant Dean of Students, or designee. The chair will not be involved in decision making, but will receive the decision of the board and communicate it the accused student.
**c.) Sanctioning Ability:** The Dean of Students and the Dean of Students Board may apply any sanction as outlined in the Community Standards and Student Code of Conduct.
### D. Student Rights in Hearings
The following procedural rights are provided to accused students in hearings administered by the Dean of Students, the University Judiciary Council or Student Court or any other hearing administrator:
1. Notice of specific violations and potential sanctions
2. Access to evidence will be supplied in advance
3. Opportunity to respond to the evidence and to call up to and including one corroborating and two character witnesses
4. An advisor from the Manhattan University Community who may not speak for the accused and may not be an attorney
The student may submit a supplemental explanation in writing to their hearing administrator. The student may also decline to make any statement without it being used against them. The student also has the right to actively participate in the discussion to best communicate their role in the documented incident.
Student’s parents/guardians or attorney(s) are not allowed to attend board hearings.
### E. Jurisdiction
1. The University may adjudicate all violations of the Student Code of Conduct and University policy violations on or off campus at all times. Students are accountable to both civil authorities and to the University for acts that constitute violations of law and of the Student Code of Conduct. Disciplinary action at the University will proceed independent of criminal/civil proceedings and cannot be challenged on the basis of legal proceedings.
2. Students who are separated from the University while there are judicial charges pending with the University will be required to engage in the judicial process either before leaving or following their return to campus. A few such examples of such separation might be medical withdrawal, administrative withdrawal, study abroad, etc.
### F. Parental NotificationÂÂ
In 1974, Congress adopted the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), known as the Buckley Amendment, which affords students federally protected rights to privacy. Recent amendments to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act allow the University to notify parents if students are involved in alcohol or drug-related incidents.
Hearing officers will notify the parent(s)/guardian(s) of students in cases involving alcohol and other drugs, as well as in cases where status changes are made (ex. probation, suspension, or expulsion).
### G. Amnesty for Health Emergencies Relating to Drugs and Alcohol
Manhattan University is committed to promoting a safe and healthy environment for all students. The Manhattan University drug and alcohol amnesty policy benefits the campus by encouraging students to make responsible decisions in seeking medical attention in serious or life-threatening situations that result from drug and alcohol use. This policy seeks to diminish fear of disciplinary and conduct sanctioning in such situations to encourage individuals and organizations to seek needed medical attention for students in distress from drug and alcohol use.
#### Procedure
Students who initiate contact with Public Safety or other staff for the purpose of requesting emergency medical services due to drug or alcohol intoxication may be eligible for the amnesty policy as determined by the Office of Dean of Students. At the time of the incident, standard protocols will be followed, including confiscation of drugs and alcohol, and student’s emergency contacts may be contacted.
Students will be contacted by a hearing officer and provided with the policies that will be discussed. If the student was determined to be responsible for violating one or more drug or alcohol policies, they will receive a notice of educational interventions. If those interventions are completed, the student record will reflect the application of the amnesty policy and those findings will not be reported as a part of Student Conduct Records requests. Punitive sanctions will not be applied, though restitution may be required in the event of related damage to property.
Students who fail to comply with the educational intervention will receive holds on their student accounts and may be referred for discipline.
#### Application of the policy
This policy applies only to those students that seek emergency medical assistance in connection with a drug or alcohol related emergency and does not apply to individuals experiencing drug or alcohol related medical emergencies who are found by University officials (ex. Public Safety, Residence Life staff, faculty, administrators, etc).
This policy does not preclude Manhattan University from taking actions for violations associated with drug distribution, vandalism, theft, physical assault, sexual assault, or other policy violations. This policy does not preclude other appropriate authorities from acting on violations which may be associated with the illegal possession or consumption of drugs and alcohol.
Students who demonstrate a consistent and repeated pattern of behavior, after appropriate intervention and education have been provided, will not be considered for amnesty.
Academic Policies ### VIII. Academic Policies
Students should be aware that the information in this section reflects the official statements of academic policies and procedures as published in the Manhattan University Catalog. Highlights are included here for the convenience of students. Students are expected to be familiar with all academic policies.
### A. Academic Integrity (1)
The mission of Manhattan University is to provide a contemporary, person-centered educational experience characterized by high academic standards, reflection on faith, values, ethics and lifelong career preparation. In keeping with this mission, Manhattan University has devoted itself to fostering a climate of academic trust and integrity, so that our students master their disciplines through their own hard work and manifest their respect for their own work and the work of others through openness and honesty. Our students accept the Academic Code of Honor and pledge that they will not cheat, lie or steal or tolerate others who do. Academic integrity is at the heart of the Manhattan University learning experience.
Academic integrity means that every member of the academic community accepts the responsibility to be honest, truthful, ethical and accountable for all intellectual efforts, for all access to and presentation of data, facts, information and opinions, and for all access to and use of data or other files (printed, oral, audio, video or digital) related in any way to students, faculty, staff or administration. In addition, every member of the Manhattan University community must understand what can constitute violations of academic integrity, the consequences in terms of penalties, and by what process penalties are imposed.
For this Academic Integrity Policy (the “Policyâ€) to be effective, all members of the faculty: shall be responsible for becoming familiar with the Policy; shall determine if students in their courses are compliant with the requirements of the Policy; and shall report any and all violations pursuant to the process outlined by the Policy. It is vital that this policy be implemented consistently.
### II. Violations of Academic Integrity and Sanctions
#### Part A - Definitions of Academic Integrity Violations
**Cheating:** Cheating is the use of or attempted use of inappropriate, unauthorized or prohibited materials, information, sources, study aids, devices, or assistance of others (including AI engines) in any academic exercise or examination in an effort to misrepresent mastery of material.
**Fabrication:** Fabrication refers to the use of invented information or the falsification of creative or scholarly works, sources, citations, data, research, findings, and/or results in any academic exercise.
**Plagiarism:** Plagiarism occurs when a person represents work (e.g. words, ideas, phrases, sentences, data, etc.) which is not their own as their own work without acknowledgement or credit. This includes work generated by AI engines.
**Academic Misconduct:** Academic Misconduct is any other act of academic dishonesty that does not specifically fall in one of the above categories. Examples of academic misconduct are not limited to, but include:
- Assisting another to commit any act of academic dishonesty;
- Misrepresenting or tampering with a student’s transcripts or academic record;
- Attempting to gain unauthorized advantage over fellow students in an academic exercise;
- Taking an exam, test, or quiz for another student;
- Selling or distributing an exam, test, quiz, assignment, project, computer program, or paper;
- Collaborating on an exam, test, quiz, assignment, project, computer program, or paper without express permission of faculty member/instructor;
- Intentionally destroying or tampering with another student’s work;
- Hiding, keeping, removing, stealing, destroying, tampering, or defacing computer hardware or software, as well as posted, library reserve, library or other University materials;
- Violating any part of the University’s Responsible Use of Computing and Information Services Policy.
This is not an exhaustive list because Academic Integrity Violations may occur in other contexts.
#### Part B - Levels of Violations
Academic Integrity Violations are classified into four groups – Warnings and three levels of Violations. Classification is based on the severity of the violation and is dependent on a number of factors, including but not limited to: whether the violation is a first-time offense; academic experience of the accused student; nature of the academic exercise; whether there was extensive planning or collaboration involved; and/or degree of malicious or dishonest intent. The descriptions listed below may not be all-inclusive.
**Warnings**
Warnings consist of those instances when, in the opinion of the faculty member, the student’s actions may be the result of inexperience (most common among first year students). Warnings level violations will be characterized by a lack of evidence of planning or collaboration.
**One-Point Violations**
One-Point Violations consist of instances involving cheating, plagiarism, fabrication, or academic misconduct in which there is evidence of a low level of planning (e.g., looking at another student’s answers during an exam or plagiarism not exceeding 10% of the work), but no collaboration.
**Two-Point Violations**
Two-Point Violations consist of instances involving cheating, plagiarism, fabrication, or academic misconduct in which there is evidence of a moderate level of planning (e.g., materials created for the purpose of cheating or plagiarism exceeding 10% of the work) or collaboration.
**Four-Point Violations**
Four-Point Violations are the most serious breaches of academic integrity. These consist of instances involving cheating, plagiarism, fabrication, or academic misconduct when there is documented evidence that the student’s actions represent a blatant disregard or disrespect for the expectations of academic integrity. Four-Point violations involve substantial planning and/or collaboration, may involve criminal activity, and will more than likely involve clearly dishonest or malicious intent.
#### C. Sanctions
If a student is alleged to have committed an Academic Integrity Violation, then the first step in the process is reporting by the faculty member (Faculty Member), and the second step is determining appropriate sanctions. The second step is conducted by the dean of the student’s school (Student’s Dean). If a student is found in violation of the Policy on Academic Integrity, the severity of the sanction(s) imposed will be proportional to the severity of the violation committed and shall be imposed as follows:
**Warnings (the following sanction will be imposed):**
- Required participation in Academic Integrity tutorials offered through the Center for Academic Success within 30 days of being notified; failure to complete these tutorials will result in the Warning becoming a One-Point Violation.
Record-keeping:
- The Faculty Member creates a Record of Warning in Jasper Connect, which details the violation. That Record is transmitted to the Student, the Student’s Dean, the Faculty Member’s Dean (if different), and the Registrar’s Office.
- The Student’s Dean shall review the record, consult with the Faculty Member, consult with the Faculty Member’s Dean (if different), meet with the Student, and then makes the final determination as to the level of the violation and sanctions to be imposed. If the sanction is different from that proposed by the Faculty Member, the Dean communicates the reasons for the difference to the Faculty Member. The determination is communicated to the Student, the Faculty Member, and the Faculty Member’s Dean (if different) via email and to the Student via mail.
- Record of the Warning is placed in the student’s file kept by the Registrar’s Office\* and the student file held by the student’s school.
- A second Warning appearing in a student’s file will be treated as a One-Point Violation.
- ***\*NOTE:*** This information will not be shared except when the student applies to post-graduate institutions and those institutions require disclosure of the information.
**One-Point Violations** ***(both of the following sanctions will be imposed)*****:**
- Assignment of no credit or zero for work in question.
- Required participation in Academic Integrity tutorials offered through the Center for Academic Success within 30 days of being notified; failure to complete these tutorials will result in the One-Point violation becoming a Two-Point violation.
Record-keeping:
- The Faculty Member creates a Record of Violation in Jasper Connect. That Record is transmitted to the Student, the Student’s Dean, the Faculty Member’s Dean (if different), and the Registrar’s Office.
- The Student’s Dean shall review the record, consult with the Faculty Member, consult with the Faculty Member’s Dean (if different), meet with the Student, and then makes the final determination as to the level of the violation and sanctions to be imposed. If the sanction is different from that proposed by the Faculty Member, the Dean communicates the reasons for the difference to the Faculty Member. The determination is communicated to the Student, the Faculty Member, and the Faculty Member’s Dean (if different) via email and to the Student via mail.
- Record of the Violation is placed in the student’s file kept by the Registrar’s Office\* and the student file held by the student’s school. In addition, violations with points are reported to the Dean of Students.
When there is at least a 30-day period between reporting of violations, the points associated with violations accumulate in two ways: 1) if the total points of violations a student is determined to have committed is four or more, then a four-point sanction is imposed, and 2) a second and third One-Point Violation will receive the sanction associated with a Two-Point Violation (but still count as just one point each toward the total points accumulated). When more than one violation is reported within a 30-day period, the dean will determine how the accumulation of points will be treated.
***\*NOTE:*** This information will not be shared except when the student applies to post-graduate institutions and those institutions require disclosure of the information.
**Two-Point Violations** ***(both of the following sanctions will be imposed if the student has any prior violations; if there are no prior violations, then the dean may reduce the sanctions imposed)*****:**
- A failing grade in the course
- Placed on probation from the University for one semester with a notation of “academic integrity disciplinary probation/suspension†recorded in the student’s academic file.
- Required participation in Academic Integrity tutorials offered through the Center for Academic Success within 30 days of being notified; failure to complete these tutorials will result in the Two-Point Violation becoming a Four-Point violation.
Record keeping:
- The Faculty Member creates a Record of Violation in Jasper Connect. That Record is transmitted to the Student, the Student’s Dean, the Faculty Member’s Dean (if different), and the Registrar’s Office.
- The Student’s Dean shall review the record, consult with the Faculty Member, consult with the Faculty Member’s Dean (if different), meet with the Student, and then makes the final determination as to the level of the violation and sanctions to be imposed. If the sanction is different from that proposed by the Faculty Member, the Dean communicates the reasons for the difference to the Faculty Member. The determination is communicated to the Student, the Faculty Member, and the Faculty Member’s Dean (if different) via email and to the Student via mail.
- Record of the Violation is placed in the student’s file kept by the Registrar’s Office\* and the student file held by the student’s school. In addition, violations with points are reported to the Dean of Students.
When there is at least a 30-day period between reporting of violations, the points associated with violations accumulate: if the total points of violations a student is determined to have committed is four or more, then a four-point sanction is imposed. When more than one violation is reported within a 30-day period, the dean will determine how the accumulation of points will be treated.
**Four-Point Violations (*****or combination of points equal to or greater than*** **four points):**
The sanction for any single violation or combination of violations adding up to or exceeding four points shall be **dismissal** from the University and a permanent academic integrity disciplinary dismissal notation on the student’s academic file. The Student’s Dean shall consider the case and impose the sanction. A record of the Violation is placed in the student’s file kept by the Registrar’s Office and in the student file held by the student’s school.
### III. Appealing Violations of Academic Integrity
#### A. Appealing Warnings, One-, Two-, and Four-Point Violations
The accused student has the right of written appeal to the Provost within **five** working days of the notification of the sanction. The Provost shall review all materials previously submitted to the dean or deans and may meet with the student and/or faculty member. Further documentary evidence may be forwarded to the Provost by any party involved if there is new evidence or evidence that what was presented was misleading or misinterpreted. The Provost’s decision on the appeal is final and will be communicated to the Student, the Faculty Member, and the Dean(s).
#### B. Ability to Add, Drop, or Withdraw During Academic Integrity Violation Process
Students alleged to have committed a violation of the policy on Academic Integrity may not drop or withdraw from the course until a determination has been issued by the appropriate faculty member and/or dean. If found in violation and the sanction determination is that the student will **receive a “F†or zero on the assignment**, the student will be permitted to drop or withdraw from the course subject to the University’s add/drop or withdrawal policies and deadlines.
If found in violation of a Two-Point Violation, a Four-Point Violation, or accumulation of two or more points and the sanction determination is that the student fails the course, is suspended, is placed on probation, or will be dismissed from the University, the student will not be permitted to drop or withdraw from the course. An “I†designation shall be entered in the case of an ongoing investigation during the grading period.
If a student is found in violation of the policy on Academic Integrity and the sanction imposed is an “F†for the course, the student’s transcript shall reflect a letter grade of “F.†An “I†designation shall be entered in the case of an ongoing investigation during the grading period.
Grade replacement may not be used to replace a course grade assigned as a result of a Two-point violation of the academic integrity policy.
Recommended Syllabus Language:
*As a Manhattan University student, you are a part of a community of scholars and learners guided by the basic values of civility, safety and the discourse of ideas. Students are to be committed to the principles of honesty, trustworthiness, fairness, and respect for the human dignity of all persons. Students must abide by the Manhattan University Honor Code and uphold the highest standards of academic integrity. Cheating, plagiarism, fabrication, academic misconduct, attempting or assisting with an academic integrity violation will not be tolerated. As the course instructor, if I become aware of a potential academic integrity violation, I will follow the rules and procedures outlined in the policy on Academic Integrity. It is your responsibility to be familiar with the University’s policy on Academic Integrity.*
### C. Registration
Registration for the fall semester takes place in April. Registration for the spring semester takes place in November. The exact dates and times for Web registration are posted on the Manhattan University website and communicated in an e-mail by the Registrar. Students have [access to all the information and materials](http://self-service.manhattan.edu) and in the directory of course offerings printed by the Registrar’s Office. Students must have their registration forms approved in accordance with the instructions given by each school. Students who have outstanding holds will be ineligible to register on-line.
Drop/add must be made within the first five class days of the new semester and must be made in accordance with the regulations concerning such changes.
### D. Course Syllabus and Grading Methods
Instructors are required to provide a syllabus for the course. The syllabus includes all course requirements and a statement of how the final grade will be determined.
### E. Attending Classes
Students are required to fulfill all course requirements as detailed in the syllabi for their registered courses. Implicit in these requirements is completion of all course assignments and attendance in all classes.
A student who is absent from class cannot expect the course instructor to provide notes or allow make-up tests, quizzes, or laboratories. The student may incur an appropriate grading penalty for such absences if the penalty was described in the syllabus. Reasonable accommodations for absences are recommended, but are solely at the discretion of the instructor.
If the instructor believes that a student's failure to attend class is substantially affecting a student's course grade, then the instructor is strongly encouraged to report the situation to the dean of the school in which the student is matriculated. The dean will address the situation with the student.
Chronic absence from classes may result in loss of University housing, as full-time registration and active pursuit of a degree are requirements of on-campus housing.
### F. Withdrawal from a Course
After the Add/Drop period at the beginning of each semester, students are permitted to withdraw from a course without academic penalty through the twelfth week of the semester.
The Course Withdrawal Form is available in the office of their dean. The student is required to have the form signed by the instructor of the course.
Withdrawing from a course after the Add/Drop period and before the deadline places a "W" for all withdrawals on the transcript for that course. After the withdrawal deadline at the end of the twelfth week, students will receive grades in all remaining courses unless there are extraordinary circumstances (such as severe illness) that merit an exception.
Students should be aware that a pattern of regularly accumulating "W" grades on their transcripts is not good academic practice.
For additional information on withdrawals, students should refer to the Undergraduate Catalog or contact the dean of the school in which they are matriculating.
### G. School Closing
Ordinarily, classes will be conducted during inclement weather. When extreme weather or emergency conditions exist, faculty, students and staff may call [718-862-7103](tel:718-862-7103) to obtain information about the University closing. Students registered for e2Campus will receive an alert text message to notify of school closing. University policy requires professors to reschedule classes when an excessive number of class days have been canceled due to inclement weather. Please refer to the University website and e2Campus announcements for further information.
### H. Final Examinations
To protect students as they complete course requirements and prepare for final examinations, there is a policy that states that there shall be no final examinations in the last week of classes. A student should normally take one final exam on any given day. In some circumstances, he/she may have to take two final exams in one day. If a student has more than two final examinations scheduled for the same day, he/she may ask the instructor(s) to arrange an alternate date. Members of the senior class who have been inducted into the Epsilon Sigma Pi, the University’s academic honor society, may be excused from a final examination at the discretion of the course instructor.
### I. Contesting a Course Grade
If a student believes that his/her final grade in a course is not consistent with the grading criteria designated by the course instructor, he/she should first discuss the matter with the course instructor. If the student and the instructor cannot resolve the matter in this discussion, the student may discuss the matter with the department chair. Copies of all graded tests, quizzes and other assignments will be needed.
In the event that the student is not satisfied with the outcome of the discussions with the course instructor and the chair, he/she may make a written request to the chair for a formal consideration of the problem. This request must be submitted within three weeks after the beginning of the semester immediately following the regular fall or spring semester. Included in the request will be an outline of the student’s specific complaints. The chair shall make a detailed investigation and notify the student and course instructor of his/her findings. The student may appeal the findings of the chair to the dean of the school in which the course was offered. The dean will respond to the student in writing and preserve documentation of the process. When the department chair is the course instructor, the student may appeal o the dean of the school in which the course was taught, who will investigate the matter and notify the student and the department chair of his/her findings. Students should be aware that only the course instructor may change a grade.
### J. Confidentiality of Student Records
In accordance with FERPA, Manhattan University recognizes the need for a carefully considered policy concerning information that should be part of a student’s permanent record and the conditions of its disclosure. As specifically indicated in the policy statement that follows, the privacy and confidentiality of all student records shall be preserved. Because certain material is necessary for people within the University to function effectively and because such material is therefore guardedly released from absolute confidentiality, members of the administration, the faculty, staff of the University and the students are bound to respect confidential records on students to which they have access in the course of their official capacity. This policy statement is intended to include all departments of the University, though it must be noted that documents from the University’s Public Safety department are not protected by FERPA.
A survey of the types of records kept throughout the University indicates that the following classification can be made:
1. Official academic records are maintained in the Registrar’s office, which includes documents directly relating to academic progress and the status at the University.
2. Disciplinary records are maintained in the Office of the Dean of Students and include information about disposition of charges of infractions against University codes of conduct and discipline.
3. Financial records are kept in the Student Financial Services Office for a period of 7 years after date of separation or graduation.
4. Medical and health records are maintained in Health Services.
5. Psychological and counseling records are maintained in the Counseling Center.
Students have a right to know the information contained in their official academic, disciplinary or financial records, and access to such records is limited only by reasonable regulations as to time, place and supervision. When an original document is presented, examination is permitted only under conditions that will prevent its alteration or mutilation.
If a student challenges the accuracy of the official academic record or if the student believes the content is misleading or otherwise in violation of his/her privacy or other or other rights, he/she shall request in writing to the Registrar an explanation as to the content of any such inaccurate, misleading or otherwise inappropriate data contained therein. The student shall be afforded a full hearing and fair opportunity to present evidence relevant to the issues and may be assisted or represented by individuals of his/her choices who are members of the University community. If necessary and wherever possible, the Registrar will correct the record. If there still remains a difference, the student’s written objection(s) will be included in the record and made an official part of the student’s academic record.
In the case of admissions records, letters of recommendation dated after January 1, 1975, may be seen by the student provided that the student has not waived his/her rights to view such documents after admission to the University.
No entry may be made on a student’s official record, academic or disciplinary, and no document or entry may be placed in those records without notice to the student, with the exception of published grades and honor announcements. A document or entry supplied by or at the request of a student may be placed in the student’s record without additional notice to the student.
Information from official academic records may not be released to anyone except with the prior written consent of the student, except as stated below, and subject to the right of the student to bar disclosure to a particular inquirer or class of inquirers.
1. Administrative officers and faculty members may have access to official academic records for internal educational purposes and for research in which anonymity is guaranteed.
2. The following data is considered directory information and may be given to any inquirer either in person, by mail or telephone, but the University reserves the right to use discretion when releasing this information. Students also retain the right to refuse publication of this information:
a. Student’s name
b. Participation in officially recognized activities and sports
c. Address
d. Telephone listing
e. Weight and height of members of athletic teams
f. Electronic mail address
g. Photograph
h. Degrees, honors and awards received
i. Date and place of birth
j. Major field of study
k. Dates of attendance
Persons from outside the University shall not be permitted to access a student’s records or obtain greater information than provided herein unless a subpoena or other legal process is served on the University. Following such service, the University must immediately notify the student affected. In addition, the University will comply with such process only upon advice of counsel. To fully protect the confidentiality of student records, counsel for the University will be asked to advise a prudent course.
No record shall be kept of the political views of students or of student membership in any organization other than academic, honorary, professional or social organizations. In case of political organizations, only the names of officers will be recorded.
### K. Library Rules and Regulations
The Mary Alice & Tom O’Malley Library is committed to providing resources and services in support of the academic work of our students and faculty. To ensure an environment conducive to study and research, users are expected to adhere to the following regulations:
1. The library is a smoke and vape free environment.
2. Animals are not permitted except service animals.
3. Skateboards or rollerblades may not be used inside the building.
4. Bicycles are not permitted inside the library.
5. Users must abide by all regulations governing library resources and facilities.
6. Library books and journals may not be defaced in any way with markings or underlining, or mutilated by removal of pages or barcodes or electronic theft devices.
7. Library material must be returned on time in original condition. If material is altered, damaged or lost, the user will be responsible for replacement cost.
8. Computer and printer settings and software must not be altered.
9. Phones should not be used in open study or reading areas.
10. Students are not permitted in unauthorized areas.
11. Students must show a valid I.D. when requested by library personnel and must leave when directed to do so by library personnel.
Violations can result in loss of library privileges, including access to the building. Serious violations will be referred to the Dean of Students for campus adjudication. Consult Manhattan University Responsible Use of Computing and Information Services Policy and Procedures.
**Notes**
1 Manhattan University gratefully acknowledges the assistance of Kean University, Ramapo University, and Rutgers University in the development of this policy. Manhattan University thanks these institutions for their willingness to allow us to selectively adapt some of their polices related to academic integrity for our use. See Kean University, Academic Integrity Policy,
(accessed 13 March 2008); Ramapo University, Catalog 2003-2004 Grading Systems/Policies, [https://www.ramapo.edu/catalog\_03\_04/academicPrograms/gradingSystems/acadAcademicIntegrity.html](https://www.ramapo.edu/catalog_03_04/academicPrograms/gradingSystems/acadAcademicIntegrity.html) (accessed 3 April 2008); Rutgers University Academic Integrity Policy, (accessed 15 March 2018).
4 For this definition and several of the examples, we are indebted to the Ramapo University and the Kean University policies.
5 For several of these examples, we are indebted to the Ramapo University and the Kean University policies.
Policy Statements ### IX. Policy Statements
#### A. Medical Leave of Absence Policy and Procedures
A leave of absence for medical or psychological reasons requires prior approval of the Director of Counseling & Health Services. When the leave of absence is granted for medical or psychological reasons, the student can return to Manhattan University only after the Director of Counseling & Health Services has indicated that the medical or psychological condition has been addressed and the student is capable of resuming his or her studies at Manhattan. To this end, the student will be required to submit a written progress assessment from a treating health professional attesting to the student’s readiness to resume studies at Manhattan University. This documentation must address the diagnosis, prognosis and treatment plan for the semester of return. The Director of Counseling & Health Services may also require a release from the student to discuss current treatment and follow-up needs with the treating health professional, in order to assess whether the student is qualified and ready to return to the University.
##### Involuntary Medical Leave
If the University determines that a student should be placed on a leave due to medical or psychological reasons related to the health and safety of the student, Manhattan University reserves the right to place a student on an involuntary withdrawal from the student’s academic program of study. This may occur when the student is not able or willing to take a voluntary leave and the University has made a reasonable determination that the student poses a direct threat to the health and/or safety of self and others.
Where Manhattan University believes that an involuntary withdrawal is to be considered, the Dean of Students will identify a team of professionals to make a reasoned determination. Included on that decision-making team will be a medical or mental health professional. The student will be informed of the University’s concerns and the pending decision to consider an involuntary withdrawal.
The University reserves the right to notify parents or legal guardians if deemed appropriate under the circumstances and applicable law, including making arrangements for family members to pick the student up from the University’s facilities, house the student or obtain health care assistance.
For additional information on medical leaves and other withdrawals from the University, please refer to the detailed policy and procedure on [www.manhattan.edu](/).
### B. Sexual Harassment, Discrimination, and All Other Forms of Harassment
Preamble – Manhattan University has a tradition of value-centered education and among the cherished values that the University is committed to impart is a deep respect for the dignity and integrity of each person. An important responsibility assumed by the University community is to stand firm against actions that threaten that fundamental regard for each person’s individual dignity and integrity.
The members of the University community understand that any form of discrimination violates the principles of human relationships and the University has a longstanding opposition to any discriminatory treatment based on an individual’s race, creed, color, religion, age, ethnic or national origin, sex, marital status, personal orientation, citizenship status or disability.
It has long been recognized by the University that sexual harassment is an invidious form of discrimination, one that demeans the dignity and integrity of the individual and that undermines the University’s mission to foster an open learning and working environment. The University voiced its condemnation of such harassment and discriminatory treatment in a policy statement, presented below, adopted in fall 1987 by the Senate, President and Board of Trustees, and consistently affirmed by the University in the conduct of its affairs. In furtherance of this commitment, the University has implemented a revised set of procedures intended to provide members of the University community with a way to assert their right to be free of prohibited harassment and discrimination, with a system to report incidents of harassment and with a mechanism for effective preventative and corrective action.
This policy and its accompanying procedures, originally implemented to address problems of sexual harassment, are equally appropriate to the broad range of potential incidents of harassment and discrimination arising from an individual’s race, creed, color, religion, age, ethnic or national origin, sex, marital status, personal orientation, citizenship status or disability. An individual in the University community may seek to apply these procedures to any discriminatory treatment.
1. #### Original Policy Statement on Sexual Harassment (1987)
“It is the policy of Manhattan University that no member of the University community may sexually harass another.†For general purposes, sexual harassment may be described as unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors and other physical and expressive behavior of a sexual nature where:
1. Submission to such conduct is made either explicitly or implicitly a term or condition of an individual’s employment or education
2. Submission to such conduct is made either explicitly or implicitly a term or condition of an individual’s employment or education
3. Submission to or rejection of such conduct by an individual is used as a basis for academic or employment decisions affecting the individual
4. Such conduct has the purpose or effect of substantially interfering with an individual’s academic or professional performance or creating an intimidating, hostile or demeaning employment or educational environment
No University personnel and no office of the University shall condone sexual harassment either actively or by ignoring a complaint by a member of the University community or an obvious attempt to harass sexually another by a member of the University community.
No member of the University community may retaliate in any way against a person for making a claim of sexual harassment, or for assisting or acting as witness for a person who makes a claim of sexual harassment.
2. #### Defining Sexual Harassment and Discriminatory Treatment
Members of the University community must understand that sexual harassment can be a particularly difficult form of discrimination to identify and define but is illegal and will not be tolerated. In general, sexual harassment may be described as:
Unwelcome sexual advances, requests to engage in sexual conduct for sexual favors or for unwanted contact and other physical or expressive (verbal or nonverbal) behavior of a sexual nature when:
1. Submission to such conduct is made either explicitly or implicitly a term or condition of an individual’s employment
2. Submission to or rejection of such conduct by an individual is used as the basis for employment decisions affecting the individual
3. Such conduct that is sufficiently severe, persistent or pervasive has the purpose or effect of substantially or unreasonably interfering with an individual’s professional work performance or creating an intimidating, hostile, offensive, abusive or demeaning employment environment.
Although the above guidelines were drafted by the federal government initially with regard solely to the employment situation, the principles are generally applicable to the educational setting where comparable harassing conduct, both in academic and nonacademic contexts, can constitute sexual harassment. Applying these employment-related principles to the academic setting will require thoughtful judgments about the differences and distinctions between these elements of harassment and the educational context. Many of these principles and prohibitions can occur in the context of other forms of general (non-sex-based) discrimination as well, and will not be permitted by the University.
The Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights, has issued guidance on sexual harassment involving the educational setting, describing such prohibited conduct as follows:
1. Quid pro quo harassment can encompass conduct by a school employee (or equivalent), which explicitly or implicitly conditions a student’s participation in an educational program or activity or bases an educational decision on the student’s submission to unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, or other verbal, nonverbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature; and
2. hostile environment sexual harassment can encompass sexually harassing conduct, (which can include unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors and other verbal, nonverbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature) by an employee, another student or third party that is sufficiently severe, persistent or pervasive to limit a student’s ability to participate in or benefit from an education program or activity, or create a hostile or abusive educational environment.
The Department of Education recognizes that if the alleged harassment involves issues of speech or expression, a university’s obligations may be affected by the application of First Amendment principles, particularly as these rights apply in the classroom and other education programs and activities.
Sexual harassment can be verbal, nonverbal, visual or physical. It can be overt, as in the suggestion that an individual can secure an advantage or forestall negative treatment by submission to sexual advances or granting sexual favors. Such overt treatment can be implied from conduct or circumstances and need not be direct or explicit. Sexual harassment also can consist of persistent, unwanted attempts to shift an educational or professional relationship to a personal one. Examples of conduct that, if sufficiently severe, persistent or pervasive and nontrivial, can constitute sexual harassment, include unwelcome sexual flirtation and inappropriate or derogatory language, and treatment or jokes involving individuals or classes of people. It can be the public display of suggestive or offensive pictures or literature, unwelcome physical contact or serious physical abuse, such as sexual assault and rape. In the case of other forms of discrimination, insensitive or derogatory language or treatment, if sufficiently severe, persistent or pervasive, can be equally offensive and is prohibited by the University. These types of behavior may be considered coercive, demeaning, can be considered threatening and are not conducive to teaching, learning or working. This kind of severe, persistent or pervasive offensive behavior is unacceptable in the University and in University-related settings outside the campus, such as during trips, meetings with parents or members of the community, or professional and University- related social or educational events.
The University recognizes that in determining whether harassment has occurred, the perspective of the person subject to the discrimination or harassment, as well as the offender’s conduct and/or intention, may be considered. It is also essential to understand that consenting romantic and sexual relationships between employees or faculty and students, particularly between senior or supervisory individuals and less senior or lower-level employees, between co-workers, or between staff or faculty and students, may lead to unforeseen complications. The respect and trust accorded a more senior supervisory person by a staff member, or a faculty member by students, as well as the power held by that person in evaluating or otherwise supervising the staff person or evaluating performance or achievement, could diminish the extent to which the individual really feels free to choose or decline involvement. Therefore, each member of the University must be aware of the possible risk of even an apparently consensual sexual relationship.
A supervisor, employee or faculty member who enters into a sexual relationship with another member of the University community, where there exists a difference in seniority or power between the individuals involved, must be aware that, if a complaint of sexual harassment is subsequently made, it could be exceedingly difficult for the individual charged with sexual harassment to prove lack of wrongdoing on grounds of mutual consent.
Allegations of unprofessional conduct and breach of professional ethics also may be raised regarding such relationships by the individuals involved or by the University. With this in mind, the University may decide, to the extent possible, to reassign or rearrange reporting functions or other roles of parties engaged in a consenting relationship to avoid potential problems. The University also will consider claims of sexual harassment from a relationship that once was considered consensual.
In any educational setting, First Amendment issues that relate to speech and expression invariably arise. The civil rights laws and policies designed to protect students, employees and members of the University community from prohibited harassment and discrimination are not intended to regulate impermissibly the content of speech. All parties should recognize that the offensiveness of particular expression as perceived by some students or staff, standing alone, may not be a legally sufficient basis to establish a sexually hostile environment under Title IX or harassment and discrimination under other civil rights laws. Not only must the conduct questioned be sufficiently severe, persistent or pervasive as to limit a student’s ability to participate in or benefit from the education program or environment, but also these policies must be formulated, interpreted and applied so as to protect academic free speech rights. This offensive course material or discourse may be protected speech.
Finally, this policy and its procedures will only be effective to the extent that individuals who believe they are subjected to harassing or discriminatory treatment adequately notify appropriate University officials and, particularly, the Affirmative Action Officer, of the unwelcome conduct. Such notice should be given promptly, completely and clearly so that the University can act appropriately.
3. #### Procedures
##### 1. Guidelines on Harassment and Discrimination
The underlying goal of this policy and the procedures is prevention. The University believes that education and mutual resolution of matters, rather than discipline or sanctions, is the preferred approach. While the University is committed to increasing everyone’s level of understanding and sensitivity to appropriate conduct, where conduct does not comply with the standards set by the University, prompt corrective action will be taken. But the University can only do its job if it knows of alleged harassment and discrimination. An appropriate University official must be advised of unwelcome conduct so that the University can act to protect the members of the community. The University’s guidelines for applying the policy and procedures are detailed below.
**1.1 Early Intervention** – It is in the best interest of the University and the individual with concerns about harassment or discrimination to consult with a trusted member of the University community at the first instance of what may be perceived to be sexual harassment or discriminatory treatment. Dealing with a situation at its earliest inception may put a stop to the matter before it develops into a more serious problem. For an individual who may have been subjected to harassment or discrimination, guidance about the individual’s rights to object to unwanted and unwelcome conduct, and to communicate that such treatment will not be tolerated, may enable the individual to resolve the matter promptly. Early intervention may be particularly effective when the harassing or discriminatory conduct is unintentional or the result of a lack of sensitivity about conduct. Every member of the University community is encouraged to seek guidance about these issues as early as practical, even before deciding whether or not a grievance may be filed.
**1.2 Whom to Contact** – If you have questions about this policy and procedures, your rights, about particular treatment or conduct, or need general guidance on sexual harassment or discrimination, you may consult with the Affirmative Action Officer, a dean or chairperson, counselor, advisor or trusted member of the community.
The Affirmative Action Officer\* is the University official who has been designated as the person with overall responsibility for ensuring that the University effectively handles matters involving sexual harassment and discriminatory treatment, including matters covered by Title IX (sex discrimination), the Americans with Disabilities Act and Title VII (race, color, national origin, age, religion and sex).
She or he works closely with other members of the University community to implement and administer the policy and procedures. The Affirmative Action Officer works closely and in conjunction with the Vice President or Human Resources, and can be reached in Memorial Hall, room 305, at [718-862-7398](tel:718-862-7398).
Within the University community, all members of the faculty, staff and administration are charged with the responsibility for assisting any individual who has concerns about sexual harassment or discriminatory treatment. Any member of the faculty, staff and administration or any student who observes an incident of sexual harassment or discrimination, or who is approached for assistance, must comply with this policy and the accompanying procedures, and is to advise and consult promptly with the University’s Affirmative Action Officer.
**1.3 Who Is Covered** – This policy and procedures cover all applicants and members of the University community, including students, faculty, staff and administrators. It also applies to a guest of a member of the University community, those invited to campus and employees of a company that serves the University or contracts with the University to provide services.
When an incident of harassment or discrimination involves a nonmember of the University community, such as a guest or outside employee, it is within the discretion of the Affirmative Action Officer to modify the procedure and/or refer the matter to an appropriate person or entity, when direct action by the University is impractical or unavailable.
When the alleged harassment or discrimination involves only students, the existing procedure for adjudicating matters between students shall apply, and the students shall be referred to the Dean of Students.
**1.4 Rights and Responsibilities** – The rights and protections extended by this policy and its procedures come with an important responsibility for the members of the community. It is a responsibility to come forward and advise an appropriate official of the University of treatment or conduct that may be harassing or discriminatory. For this policy and its procedures to be effective, and for the University to act in the best interests of all the members of its community, the University must have the necessary information about inappropriate or improper conduct or treatment.
**Confidentiality:** Throughout the entire process-counseling, filing of a grievance, investigation, determination and appeal-the matter will be handled with sensitivity, and confidentiality will be respected, to the extent practical and appropriate under the circumstances and consistent with effective administration of the process, however, confidentiality cannot be guaranteed. Any member of the University community who becomes involved in the process will be expected to conduct him or herself appropriately and respect the confidentiality of all parties.
**Retaliation:** The University affirms that no retaliation may be taken against any individual who seeks guidance about or makes a claim of sexual harassment or discrimination, or participates in the process by assisting an individual who is making a claim, cooperating with an investigation or acting as a witness. Any retaliation or threatened retaliation is a serious violation of this policy and will be treated with the same strict discipline as harassment or discrimination itself. Retaliation should be reported immediately to the Affirmative Action Officer and/or the Vice President for Human Resources together with the details of the retaliation. An investigation of the retaliation will be commenced promptly.
**Advisors:** Any individual involved in the process is entitled to have another member of the University community serve as a confidant and advisor. If an advisor or confidant will be involved, the Affirmative Action Officer shall be told beforehand. The advisor or confidant may assist the individual but will only participate directly in meetings or proceedings if invited to do so by the person handling the meeting or proceeding. Any request for having an advisor from outside the University is to be made in writing in advance to the Affirmative Action Officer and will be considered based on the circumstances of the case. In general, lawyers are not permitted to participate in this internal process.
**False Charges:** If someone makes a false complaint of harassment or discrimination, (which is different from a good faith complaint that turns out not to constitute discriminatory treatment), the person making the false complaint may be subject to discipline up to and including dismissal or removal.
**Action by the University:** The University may, in its discretion and in the best interests of the University community, pursue a grievance even where the individual who first reported the harassment decides not to go forward with a grievance. Once the University learns of harassment or discrimination, it may be obligated to pursue the grievance even without the participation of the original person who was the subject of harassment or discrimination. The University also may pursue a grievance in the absence of the cooperation or participation of the person who is the subject of a complaint, provided adequate notice has been given to that person.
**Multiple Complaints:** The University reserves the right to pursue action under this policy or procedure, or a related University policy or procedure, even if parallel or related charges are pending before a civil, criminal or administrative tribunal. Nothing in this policy is intended to diminish the rights an individual may have under another University procedure, including those provided for in a collective bargaining agreement or the Faculty Community Standards and Student Code of Conduct.
##### 2. The Grievance Procedure
**2.1 Filing a Grievance** – Any member of the University community who believes that he/she has been subjected to sexual harassment or discriminatory treatment may invoke his/her rights under this policy and procedure. Ordinarily, an individual who seeks to use this procedure should consult promptly with the Affirmative Action Officer or a trusted member of the University community, such as an advisor, professor, dean, director or supervisor, who will involve the Affirmative Action Officer, the University official charged with the responsibility for handling matters of discrimination and harassment and acts in conjunction with the Vice President for Human Resources. In the absence of the Affirmative Action Officer, all matters will go directly to the Vice President for Human Resources. All communications and documents involving a charge of harassment or discrimination generally will flow through the Affirmative Action Officer.
After discussing the situation with the Affirmative Action Officer, an individual may decide to initiate a formal grievance but has the option of trying to pursue an individual informal solution to the problem.
If an individual decides to file a formal grievance, the person should provide a written summary of the facts of the grievance, including the name of the person (or people) who committed the harassment or discrimination, the details of the treatment or actions (dates, places, nature of the offense and other individuals present) that the individual feels constitute the harassment or discrimination, and any important background information, which helps to explain the situation. Copies of any materials, such as letters, notes, e-mails, voicemails, text messages, photographs or items that demonstrate the harassment or discrimination should be provided. If other individuals have direct knowledge of the situation, they should be identified. The person who makes the grievance also should state the solution that he/she believes would be fair for resolving the problem.
An individual who considers filing a grievance should do so timely, generally within approximately sixty days of the most recent incident of harassment or attempt to stop harassing treatment, although the University reserves the right to consider any grievance filed, even if considerable time has passed since the harassment or discrimination. The University may prepare a written summary of an incident of harassment or discrimination if it does not receive a written grievance statement from the person who reports the discrimination or harassment.
**2.2 Notice to Party Charged** – Within a reasonable period of time after receipt of a grievance summary, generally ten academic days,1 the University will advise the individuals identified in the grievance that it has been filed and, in most circumstances, provide a copy or summary of the grievance. The individuals named in the grievance will be interviewed and asked to submit to the University a written response to the grievance. The substance of the response or interview, if no written response is received, may be shared with the individual who has filed the harassment or discrimination grievance.
The Affirmative Action Officer may, in his/her discretion, proceed with notice to a charged party, even in the absence of a written grievance statement or summary, if there is sufficient detailed information and evidence to warrant proceeding. If the individual charged does not cooperate in providing a response, the Affirmative Action Officer may reasonably conclude, for purposes of initiating an investigation, the allegations raised may be considered true. The Affirmative Action Officer may consider a grievance presented by the University in the absence of cooperation by the individual who raised the claim of harassment or discrimination, or the person charged. The Affirmative Action Officer may extend time limits for good cause and, where appropriate, may take steps to shield the identity of parties.
**2.3 Investigation** – The Affirmative Action Officer, or his/her designee, shall undertake an investigation of a complaint of sexual harassment or discrimination. In this inquiry, the Affirmative Action Officer has wide latitude in the manner and scope of the investigation and may request information, documents, written statements, and interview potential witnesses. The Affirmative Action Officer may conduct separate meetings with the parties and suggest a joint meeting as part of the investigation. Each party may bring an advisor to meetings, but the advisor’s role is limited to assisting the individual, and the advisor may only participate actively in the meetings if specifically invited to do so by the Affirmative Action Officer. Both the individual filing the grievance and the individual charged with the harassment or discrimination may submit relevant information and recommend names of individuals with knowledge of the situation who may be able to provide relevant information. The investigation shall be conducted impartially and with courtesy extended to all parties. Each side will be given an opportunity to present his/her position, offer witnesses who can provide information relevant to the grievance, raise questions about each person giving information and present any additional information, materials or documents that relate to the grievance. The Affirmative Action Officer or designee also may call witnesses, request information and question those providing testimony. It is within the discretion of the Affirmative Action Officer when all parties are meeting to determine whether any cross-examination questions will be asked by him/her or a party proposing the questions.
The Affirmative Action Officer will have the authority to rule on all procedural issues, including witnesses, testimony, production of documents or information, cross- examination and submission of evidence. The Affirmative Action Officer may permit hearsay testimony and consider deposition or affidavit testimony if a witness is completely unavailable, and the testimony is of considerable significance.
Unless the Affirmative Action Officer rules otherwise, meetings are closed to those not directly involved in the process. Witnesses will only be permitted at a meeting when testifying. The parties may be accompanied by an advisor (as defined in these procedures). An advisor may not participate unless specifically invited to do so by the Affirmative Action Officer.
The standard of proof that governs a finding of violation of University policy generally will be a preponderance of the evidence, considered to be sufficient, credible proof to support the allegation of the complaining party. The determination is based on evidence presented to the Affirmative Action Officer. The standard of “beyond a reasonable doubt†is not applicable in these proceedings. A tape or transcript of any interviews or meetings will only be made when the University determines it is required by the severity of the circumstances.
At the conclusion of the investigation, the Affirmative Action Officer will make a determination about whether the conduct violated the policy prohibiting harassment or discrimination, and/or whether there was a violation of other University rules or regulations. The Affirmative Action Officer will make his/her findings and determination based on the evidence as a whole. A brief written report, summarizing the findings of fact, resolving issues of credibility (if any) and determining the question of culpability, will be prepared by the Affirmative Action Officer. Where there is a determination that there has been a violation of the University’s policies, appropriate sanctions shall be recommended.
If the results of the investigation indicate a violation, the Affirmative Action Officer has full authority to recommend a resolution of the matter to the parties and the University. A mutually acceptable settlement of the matter may be negotiated by the Affirmative Action Officer and consented to by the parties (when practicable) and a copy maintained by the University to ensure compliance. If the parties do not concur with a resolution, the Affirmative Action Officer shall issue a brief written determination on the grievance and impose an appropriate resolution or sanctions. A resolution at this stage may include, but not be limited to, acknowledgement of inappropriate conduct and an agreement to end such conduct, agreement to participate in further education, guidance or counseling to heighten understanding of harassment and discrimination, an admonition, a written warning, a written reprimand, probation, suspension, monetary penalty, community service, termination or expulsion.
The investigation process also may conclude with a finding that there was a lack of credible proof to support a claim of harassment or discrimination. If the Affirmative Action Officer determines that there is not sufficient evidence of harassment or discrimination to warrant a finding of a violation, then a written summary will set forth those findings. If no other rule or policy at the University has been violated, the Affirmative Action Officer can recommend the case be closed.
If the matter is resolved at this stage and not appealed, the University will treat the complaint as settled. A file relating to the incident will be maintained by the Affirmative Action Officer.
If the matter is not resolved to the satisfaction of the parties, either party may appeal. The Affirmative Action Officer shall prepare a summary of the investigation and determination for the appeal process, if necessary.
**2.4 Sanctions** – The sanctions appropriate for enforcing the University’s policy against discrimination and harassment should reflect the severity of the actions, the prior record of the individual who violated the policy and his/her status. In selecting the appropriate sanction(s), the University may take into account the prior record of violations and discipline of the party charged. When appropriate, progressive discipline may be considered. Sanctions imposed should, to the extent feasible, be consistent for similar offenses and circumstances.
Available sanctions include, but are not limited to, acknowledgement of inappropriate conduct and an agreement to end such conduct, agreement to participate in further education, guidance or counseling to heighten understanding of harassment and discrimination, an admonition, written warning, a written reprimand, withholding a promotion or pay increase, probation, suspension without pay, monetary penalty, community service, termination or expulsion. Multiple sanctions may be imposed. A record of the complaint and grievance process will be maintained separately from an individual’s other permanent record or files at the University. The findings, determination and proposed sanction, as well as any written form of sanction, may be placed in the individual’s permanent record or maintained in the record under seal, as determined by the University. An appropriate transcript entry may be made by the University on a student’s transcript when discipline, such as suspension or expulsion, is involved. The imposition of sanctions or application of this policy and procedures do not preclude the University from filing charges or cooperating with civil or criminal authorities.
##### 3. Appeal
The individual who filed the grievance and/or the person charged with a violation may appeal based on the process followed, the determination and/or the sanction imposed. An appeal must be in writing, specify exactly what is being appealed and why. When finished, it should be sent to the office of the Vice President for Human Resources within 10 days (excluding weekends and holidays) of the determination by the Affirmative Action Officer. The Vice President for Human Resources will decide who should consider the appeal. An appeal that involves a member of the faculty, administration or staff generally will be handled by the Provost and the Vice President for Finance. The Vice President for Student Life and the Provost generally will handle an appeal filed by a student. The Vice President for Human resources will handle appeals filed by staff generally. The Vice President for Human Resources may designate another appropriate official of the University to handle an appeal. The Affirmative Action Officer will provide the appeal official with all the materials from the investigation and all written determinations.
The appeal will be a review of the record as a whole at the earlier stages of the investigation. The official(s) considering the appeal will have access to all documents, statements or material considered at the initial stage. New evidence will only be considered during the appeal, if it was discovered or obtained after the investigation was finished and is directly relevant. The official(s) handling the appeal may consider additional written submissions of the parties on why the process, determination and/or sanction were contradictory to University policy or the facts.
The decision on appeal can, in whole or in part, affirm, reverse or modify the initial action. In addition, the official(s) handling the appeal may return the grievance for further investigation and/or reconsideration. The decision on appeal is final, except when the recommended sanction is termination or expulsion; the University has the discretion to refer the matter to an existing University procedure normally governing termination or expulsion before termination or expulsion is invoked.
##### 4. Conclusion
Complaints of harassment or discrimination require sensitivity to the interests of the members of the University and the individuals involved in the process. Just as it is important to recognize that those subjected to discrimination and harassment must have someone and somewhere to turn for assistance, so it is important to realize that unsubstantiated or malicious charges may seriously affect the reputations, careers or personal lives of the individuals charged with such conduct. The University will take action against anyone who uses the process abusively or as a way to gain advancement, to excuse poor job or classroom performance or to settle personal differences.
It is also important to know that incidents of sexual harassment should be brought to the attention of the Affirmative Action Officer, even if the person is only an observer of the incident or learned indirectly of the conduct. This is essential to ensure that harassment is dealt with promptly and constructively. Reporting information about possible harassment and discrimination is not incompatible with pledges of confidentiality. The Affirmative Action Officer, the central source of information about harassment and discrimination, can make informed judgments about identifying matters and practices of discriminatory conduct, and about pursing an investigation.
The underlying goal of this policy is education and resolution rather than discipline or sanction. The University is committed to increasing everyone’s level of understanding about and sensitivity to appropriate conduct. When conduct does not comply, the University will take prompt corrective action.
Nothing in this policy is intended to foreclose an individual from pursuing his/her rights under any existing University procedure, collective bargaining agreement or from pursing any federal, state or local remedies. The University reserves the right to modify these procedures, with or without advance notice, as appropriate, to respond effectively to a given situation and in response to changes in applicable law, regulations and guidance.
### C. Computing Policy and Procedures
1. #### Introduction
Universities play an important role in the rapidly expanding field of computing technology. They provide an institutional base for enhancing competencies in computer usage, stimulating research and development of hardware and software, and enriching the capability of all academic programs to achieve excellence in teaching. Because higher education has an overarching goal of preparing students to assume responsibility for civic life and the further development of society, universities are duty-bound to promote those virtues that build the character of students and thus the common good of society. Responsible use of computing technology must be carefully articulated due to the rapid developments in the field, developments that do not lend themselves easily to traditional categories of responsible use. Such responsibility is necessary to protect the rights of the community with regard to the use of computer technology, and is one facet of broader policies that concern academic integrity in higher education. More is at stake than self-interest in a smooth-running institution. Responsible computer and information services use prepares students for the aforementioned goal of higher education-responsible citizenry-and enables faculty, administrators and staff to serve as role models for such responsible citizenry.
The mission of Manhattan University is to provide a contemporary, person-centered educational experience characterized by high academic standards, reflection on values and principles and preparation for a lifelong career. This policy is supportive of that mission. This responsible use policy deals with three key areas: privacy, copyright and commerce, and harassment. It states who is covered by the policy, provides definitions of terminology and detailed procedures to be followed for reporting violations.
2. #### Policy Statement
Manhattan University expects all members of its community to use computing and information services in a lawful, ethical and responsible manner. The University may restrict the use of its computers and network systems for electronic communications or other activities, in response to properly considered or otherwise adjudicated complaints that present evidence of violations of University policies or codes, or of federal, state or local laws and regulations. Specifically, the University, through usual channels and established procedures, reserves the right to limit access to its computing and information services networks through University-owned or other computers and to remove or limit access to material posted on University-owned computers.
3. #### Reason for Policy
The University adopts and promulgates this policy:
- to enforce its policies regarding harassment, discrimination and the safety of individuals
- to safeguard the integrity of computers, networks and data either at Manhattan University or elsewhere
- to ensure that use of electronic communications complies with all other University policies and procedures for maintaining public order and/or the educational environment
- to prevent the posting of proprietary software or the posting of electronic copies of literary works or other intellectual property in disregard of copyright restrictions or contractual obligations
- to protect the University from seriously damaging or legal consequences
- to comply with all governmental regulations regarding electronic communications
4. #### Persons and Actions Affected
This policy applies to all members of the Manhattan University community including faculty (full-time and part-time), administrators and staff (full-time and part- time), students (undergraduate and graduate, matriculated or non-matriculated) and to anyone else who has computing/information services privileges to use the resources of Manhattan University. The policies outlined herein shall apply when any member of the class as defined above uses, accesses or otherwise interacts with any of the computing facilities, hardware or software owned or licensed by Manhattan University, or any component of the University’s network infrastructure or University systems, whether such use, access or interaction occurs on University property (including the University’s residence halls) or from a remote off-campus site; or when anyone covered by this policy makes it appear to other individuals or entities that such use, access or interaction is associated in any way with Manhattan University. Any members of the Manhattan University community who do not accept the provisions of these policies may not use, access, or otherwise interact with any of the University computing facilities.
5. #### Who Should Read this Policy
All members of the Manhattan University community affected by this policy should read and understand it.
6. #### Related Documents
- Manhattan University Documents Other Related Material
- Faculty Community Standards and Student Code of Conduct
- Electronic Communications Privacy Act of 1986 (P.L. 99-508; 18 U.S.C. 2510 et seq.)
- Family Educational Rights and (and as revised thereafter) Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA)
- Procedure on Sexual Harassment Telecommunications Act of 1996 (Presidential Memo of 3/1/89) (P.L. 104-104; 110 Stat. 56)
- Policy and Procedures on Sexual The Communications Decency Act
- Harassment and Discrimination of 1996 (Title V of the (1987, revised 1997) Telecommunications Act of 1996)
7. #### Contacts
Direct any general questions about this policy to your department’s administrative office. If you have questions about specific issues or application of specific provisions, call the following offices:
- Faculty – Departmental Chairperson/Director, Dean, Provost: [718-862-7303](tel:718-862-7303)
- Student Issues – Dean of Students: [718-862-7438](tel:718-862-7438)
- Harassment – Affirmative Action Officer: [718-862-7398](tel:718-862-7398)
- Electronic Communications or Network Issues – Director, Computer Center: [718-862-7489](tel:718-862-7489)
- Copyright – Public Services Librarian: [718-862-7167](tel:718-862-7167)
8. #### Definitions
These definitions apply to these terms as they are used in this policy:
**University Computers and Network Systems (University Systems):** Computers, terminals, networks, servers, switches, routers, hubs, PBXs and other similar devices that are owned or administered by the University and/or for which the University is responsible. Throughout this policy, the shortened term “University systems†is used to mean University computers and network systems.
**Departmental Policy Officer:** A person with responsibility for issues that have policy implications for students, faculty and/or staff in a department, school, unit or other area of the University.
**Education Records:** Records specifically related to a student and maintained by an educational institution or a party acting on its behalf. These records are protected by and subject to the provisions of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA).
**Electronic Communications:** The use of computers and network communications systems in the communicating or posting of information or material by way of electronic mail, bulletin boards or other such electronic tools. These communications are protected by and subject to the provisions of the Electronics Communications and Privacy Act of 1986.
**Harassment:** Repeated and unwanted actions that have the purpose or effect of creating an offensive, intimidating, demeaning or hostile educational or employment environment.
**Network Systems:** Includes voice, video and data networks, switches, routers, storage devices and other related systems and devices.
**Obscene:** The definition of obscenity follows the three-pronged test outlined by the U.S. Supreme Court in Miller vs. California, 413 U.S.15 (1973). To be defined as obscene, the material must (1.) when considered as a whole by an average person, applying contemporary community standards, be judged to appeal to prurient interest, (2.) depict or describe in a patently offensive way, sexual conduct specifically defined by applicable state law, and (3.) lack serious literary, artistic, political or scientific value when the work is taken as a whole.
**Sexual Harassment:** Unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other physical and/or expressive behavior of a sexual nature where submission to such conduct is made either explicitly or implicitly a term or condition of an individual’s employment or education; submission to or rejection of such conduct by an individual is used as the basis for academic or employment decisions affecting the individual; or such conduct has the purpose or effect of substantially interfering with an individual’s academic or professional performance or creating an intimidating, hostile or demeaning employment or educational environment (see Policy and Procedures on Sexual Harassment and Discrimination).
**System or Network Administrator:** An employee responsible for the operation or operating system environments of University systems.
9. #### Key Policy Areas
The key areas addressed below are recognized as important and necessary components of any organizational responsible computing use policy, however, they are not exhaustive of all possible issues that are addressable within the framework and spirit of this policy statement. They also may not specifically address new and emerging technologies and possible abuses thereof. Manhattan University reserves the right to utilize procedures detailed herein to address other rights and violations that reasonably fall within the general areas outlined.
**Privacy – Users Right to Privacy:** Manhattan University shall respect the privacy of electronic communications and subscriber information of all users of University systems in accordance with the rules and procedures of the Electronic Communications and Privacy Act of 1986. However, in the event that an electronic communication contains information regarding threats of bodily harm, Manhattan University reserves the right to divulge the identities of the parties involved in such communication to the proper authorities.
**User IDs and Passwords:** Manhattan University has an obligation to respect the privacy of all users of University systems. Each user number, login and account name, or any other user ID and password is the property of an individual student, staff, faculty, administrator, department or administrative unit. No one shall use another’s or authorize anyone else to use his/her user number, login name, user ID, or account name and password. No one shall use aliases, nicknames, pointers or other electronic means to attempt to impersonate, redirect or confuse others. No one shall use any means to capture information intended for others without permission of the intended recipient. Toward this end, owners accept the burden for stewardship and responsible use and dissemination of their user numbers, login names, user IDs and account names and passwords.
**User Programs/Files:** Programs and files belong to the owner of the user account or directory that contains the programs and files. The files and their intellectual content are presumed to be private and confidential unless the owner has explicitly made them available to the public. If the owner allows access to files by way of file sharing, then it is presumed that the owner has waived his/her privacy rights but retains whatever copyright rights, if any, may exist. When necessary for the maintenance of a system or network, Computer Center personnel may gain access to files that belong to others. In such circumstances, Computer Center personnel are charged with holding individual-level data confidential except when that information is needed to resolve an accusation of a violation of the University’s Responsible Use of Computing and Information Services policy. Programs and files that belong to the owner of a personal computer shall be subject to the same rights to privacy afforded to programs and files on any computer connected to the University systems.
**Administrative Databases:** The privacy and confidentiality of computer files also apply to information from the University’s administrative databases. Improper access and/or dissemination of information from administrative databases are a violation of the University’s Responsible Use of Computing and Information Services policies. To obtain information from or access to administrative databases requires written permission of an appropriate administrator. Access to such information through a duly assigned administrative account by the authorized account user shall constitute permitted use and proper access. Education records are protected by and subject to the provisions of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA).
**Network Tracking:** Some programs gather information about users. If such information could directly or indirectly identify a person using the program, then to the extent practicable, each user shall be warned and given a chance to leave the program before data collection begins. To avoid issuing excessive warning messages, an exception is made for host or network operating systems (that may keep logs of user account numbers, log in/disconnect times, amount of computer resources consumed, etc.) and for electronic mail software that keeps a log of users of the mail servers and summary information (but not the text of) messages sent and received.
**Invasion of Privacy:** University systems shall not be used to invade someone’s privacy, including intrusion upon the solitude or seclusion of another or their private affairs or concerns; public disclosure of private facts; misappropriation of one’s name or likeness (including University system user names); or knowingly or recklessly placing someone before the public in a false light. Any of these actions, which would be highly offensive to a reasonable person, also may subject the offending party to civil liability.
**Copyright and Commerce:** Manhattan University respects an owner’s interest in proprietary software or other assets that pertain to computers or network systems, even when such software or assets are not securely protected. Legitimate use of a computer or network system does not extend to whatever an individual is capable of doing with it.
Manhattan University adheres to U.S. copyright laws, including the Copyright Act of 1974 and as amended, and thus does not condone any unfair (i.e., outside fair use exception) or otherwise unauthorized use of copyrighted information (including computer software) or the posting of electronic copies of literary works in disregard of copyright restrictions or contractual obligations. Anything less than adherence to the letter and the spirit of copyright law is unethical. The unauthorized use of any software or data that is protected by copyright is both unethical and illegal unless you are the owner of a license to use such data or program. The placement of misappropriated, copyrighted material on University systems violates the University’s policy of Responsible Use of Computing and Information Services.
Any use of University systems for commercial activity is generally incompatible with the University’s legal status as a not-for-profit corporation chartered by the Regents of the University of the State of New York and exempt from taxation under IRC 501(c)(3). Trafficking, for-profit or otherwise, in goods and/or services using University systems, when not compatible with the interests of Manhattan University, is generally inconsistent with Manhattan University’s tax-exempt status and unrelated to its educational mission (i.e., sale of software on the Internet from the residence halls). Such activity violates this policy.
**Fair Use and Public Domain Exceptions:** One of the rights accorded to the owner of copyright is the right to reproduce or authorize others to reproduce the work. This right is subject to certain limitations found in the Copyright Act (Title 17, U.S. Code). One of the more important limitations is the doctrine of “fair use.†The statute contains a list of the various purposes for which the reproduction of a particular work may be considered “fair,†such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship and research. It also sets out four factors to be considered in determining whether or not a particular use is fair:
1. The purpose and character of the use, including whether such use is of commercial nature or is for nonprofit educational purposes
2. The nature of the copyrighted work
3. The amount and substantiality of the portion used in relation to the copyrighted work as a whole
4. The effect of the use upon the potential market for or value of the copyrighted work
The distinction between “fair use†and infringement may be unclear and not easily defined. There is no specific number of words, lines or notes that may safely be taken without permission.
Acknowledging the source of the copyrighted material does not substitute for obtaining permission. The safest course is always to get permission from the copyright owner before using his/her material. When it is impractical to obtain permission, use of copyrighted material shall be avoided unless the doctrine of “fair use†would clearly apply to the situation. One in a relative position of authority shall not knowingly or recklessly direct others to reproduce copyrighted material without properly secured permission from the copyright owner.
Material in the public domain (as generally defined by relevant laws or regulations) or software labeled generally as freeware is there for all to use and may be used freely. Material labeled as shareware may be subject to restrictions and shall be used in accordance with the author’s directions.
**Peer-to-Peer File Sharing:** In full compliance of the Higher Education Act on Copyright Infringement, the unauthorized distribution of copyrighted material, such as through peer-to-peer (P2P) networks, is a violation of the [University’s Responsible Use policy](/sites/default/files/policy-1.pdf) and may also subject students to civil and criminal penalties.
- The U.S. Copyright Law () provides for damages as follows: Actual damages and profits or
- $750-$30,000 for each copyrighted work (song, movie, game, etc.) or
- $750-$150,000 for each copyrighted work if the infringement was committed willfully
- Criminal penalties for certain copyright violations
If the University receives a notice that the IP address assigned to a student has been identified as one that is distributing unauthorized copies of copyrighted material, the student will be barred from accessing the campus network and will be required to certify that all unauthorized material has been removed before that privilege is restored. Copyright infringement is unlawful and thus a violation of the Student Code of Conduct; therefore, judicial procedures and sanctions will apply. Under the law, the University could also be required under subpoena to release your name to appropriate authorities.
When technology makes it easy to abuse the rights of others, it may be tempting to engage in such behavior. Resist the temptation and use only legal downloading sites. As an alternative to illegal downloading, there are now many online sources that provide for free and fee-based legal downloading (i.e. [http://www.riaa.com/toolsforparents.php?content\_selector=legal\_music\_sites).](http://www.riaa.com/toolsforparents.php?content_selector=legal_music_sites).)
**Harassment:** University systems are not to be used for harassment of any individuals, groups or classes of individuals. Harassment is the sending, posting, forwarding, copying, relaying or otherwise transmitting or conveying intimidating, abusive or other repeated and unwelcome messages after a request to stop.
University systems are not to be used for sexual harassment, a form of harassment that warrants its own policy and procedures (Policy and Procedures on Sexual Harassment and Discrimination) that are hereby incorporated by reference.
University systems are not to be used for viewing, downloading or transmitting obscene material. Such use may constitute sexual harassment. University systems are not to be used for any purposes that are inconsistent with policies set forth in the Faculty and/or Community Standards and Student Code of Conducts.
10. #### Policy Enforcement
**a. Actions**
1. The University reserves the right to limit access to its computers and network systems when applicable University policies or codes, contractual obligations or state, federal or local laws are violated, but does not monitor or generally restrict the content of material transported to or from, and/or across its system.
2. The University reserves the right to remove or limit access to material posted on its systems when applicable University policies or codes, contractual obligations, or state, federal or local laws are violated, but does not monitor the content of posted material posted.
3. The University does not monitor or generally restrict material on computers housed within a private domain or on non-University computers, whether or not such computers are attached to campus networks.
**b. Violations**
Violations of this policy may involve the use of University computer and network systems, including electronic communication to:
- harass, threaten or otherwise cause harm to a specific individual(s), whether by direct or indirect action
- impede, interfere with, impair or otherwise cause harm to the activities of others
- download, post to, or transport across University systems, material that is illegal, obscene, proprietary, in violation of University contractual agreements or otherwise is damaging to the institution
- harass, threaten or cause harm to classes of individuals, whether by direct or indirect action
Note: As a matter of policy, the University protects expression by members of its community and does not wish to become an arbiter of what may be regarded as offensive by some members of the community. The University cannot protect individuals against the existence or receipt of material that may be offensive to them. However, in exceptional cases, the University, through usual channels and established procedures, may decide that material directed to individuals or groups presents such a hostile environment that certain restrictive actions are warranted.
**c. Reporting Violations**
University community members shall report any violation of this policy to the Office of Dean of Students (Thomas Hall, Floor 5) or the appropriate person listed above. Written statements can be submitted on the University’s incident report forms (available in Office of Dean of Students), in another written format of the reporter’s choice or using one of the formats described herein. Any evidence to prove the allegations shall also be included with the report. Reports shall include as much detail as possible and only factual information and be void of opinions and/or personal beliefs or suspicions. The general area of violation also shall be listed. The Dean of Students can assist complainants in completing an incident report, if necessary.
1. When the alleged policy violator is a student, the report will be processed in accordance with the University Student Judicial Procedures as outlined in the Manhattan University Community Standards and Student Code of Conduct.
2. When the alleged policy violator is other than a student, the matter will be referred by the Dean of Students to the Vice President of Human Resources and/or the Provost for review and/or adjudication.
3. The Dean of Students can act upon a complaint only if the violator is a member of the Manhattan University community. If the violator and/or sender of electronic messages is not a member of the Manhattan University community, the Dean of Students may assist the complainant by referring him/her to appropriate sources of help outside the University community.
**d. Potential Sanctions**
Student violators may be subject to revocation of privileges and restitution for any damages that result from their violations. Violations that were initiated from residence halls may result in probation or expulsion from the residence halls. Other sanctions based on the severity of the violation(s) include disciplinary probation and/or expulsion from the University. Disciplinary sanctions for students are explained in detail in the Community Standards and Student Code of Conduct.
Based on the severity of the violation, non-student University community members may be subject to reprimand, suspension or termination of employment. Restitution may be required for any damages that result from their violation.
**e. Procedures for Systems or Network Administrators**
In certain cases, the priorities of protecting the University against seriously damaging consequences and/or safeguarding the integrity of computers, networks and data either at the University or elsewhere, may make it imperative that temporary restrictive action be taken on an immediate basis. In such instances, systems or network administrators may take temporary restrictive action, preferably with the prior approval of the departmental policy officer, pending final adjudication by the University. All restrictive actions taken must be documented and justified in accordance with this policy. If there is no designated policy officer, or if the policy officer is not immediately available, the Dean of Students or Provost may be contacted for guidance or assistance.
The incident and any action taken shall be documented and this information protected, as would any confidential material. This information may be subject to review by appropriate University authorities, so it is important that the information be current, complete and correct, maintained in an electronic database as appropriate and easily retrievable.
Note: In some instances, such incident reports may, of necessity, include education records and, as such, will be protected from disclosure under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA).
11. #### Appendix 1 of the Computing Policy
1. General Violations:
a. Refusal to comply with any lawful directive of a clearly identifiable University official acting in the performance of his or her duties in the enforcement of this University policy
b. To forge, fraudulently alter, or willfully falsify or otherwise misuse University or non-University records, documents, or communications including electronic communications or to possess such altered documents without proper authority
c. To harass, abuse or threaten another using University systems as the means for such harassment, abuse, or threats
d. To sexually harass another person
e. To violate copyright law (“fair use†is not a violation) using University systems
f. To traffic, for profit or otherwise, in goods and/or services, using University systems when incompatible with the interests of Manhattan University
g. To recklessly or maliciously interfere with or damage University systems, data, files, or other information
h. To invade someone’s privacy and/or violate provisions of FERPA
12. #### Appendix 2 of the Computing Policy
1. Violations Targeting Individuals
a. The sending to an individual using University systems repeated and unwanted (harassing) communications including but not limited to communications that are sexual in nature or communications motivated by race, ethnicity, religion, gender or sexual orientation.
- Targeted individual files complaint.
§ For Students, the Dean of Students or Department Chair/Director; Dean of School; Provost receives the complaint.
§ For faculty, staff or administrators, the Affirmative Action Officer receives the complaint and shall also notify Director of Public Safety.
b. The posting or other dissemination using University systems of personal, confidential or sensitive information about an individual(s) (e.g., academic records; medical information; other information that if disseminated could have legal or damaging implications for the targeted person or individual). Personal expression is not meant to be limited or restricted by this policy; however a targeted person may nonetheless have other remedies against the violator.
- Targeted individual or System or network administrator files complaint.
§ For Students, the Dean of Students or Department Chair/Director; Dean of School; Provost receives the complaint.
§ For faculty, staff or administrators, the Affirmative Action Officer receives the complaint and shall also notify Director of Public Safety.
2. Violations Causing Harm to Activities of Others
a. Propagating chain E-mail; jamming or bombing electronic or voice mailboxes
- Targeted individual or System or network administrator files complaint.
§ For Students, the Dean of Students or Department Chair/Director; Dean of School; Provost receives the complaint.
§ For faculty, staff or administrators, the Affirmative Action Officer receives the complaint and shall also notify Director of Public Safety.
b. Forging, altering, or willfully falsifying electronic headers, directory information, or other electronic information.
- Targeted individual or System or network administrator files complaint.
§ For Students, the Dean of Students or Department Chair/Director; Dean of School; Provost receives the complaint.
§ For faculty, staff or administrators, the Affirmative Action Officer receives the complaint and shall also notify Director of Public Safety.
c. Forging academic documents using electronic communications; hoarding, damaging or otherwise interfering with access to academic resources using University systems; misrepresentation of one’s work using electronic communications; collusion on examinations, papers, or other academic work using University systems; fabrication of research data using University systems
- Faculty member or individual whose work is stolen, misrepresented or otherwise compromised or damaged files complaint.
§ For Students, the Dean of Students or Department Chair/Director; Dean of School; Provost receives the complaint.
§ For faculty, staff or administrators, the Affirmative Action Officer receives the complaint and shall also notify Director of Public Safety.
3. Violations Targeted at Classes of Individuals
Posting hate speech regarding a group’s race, ethnicity, religion, gender, or sexual orientation when such expression presents a hostile environment, constitutes harassment or otherwise warrants restrictive actions
- System Administrator or member of targeted group files complaint.
§ For Students, the Dean of Students or Department Chair/Director; Dean of School; Provost receives the complaint.
§ For faculty, staff or administrators, the Affirmative Action Officer receives the complaint and shall also notify Director of Public Safety.
### D. Marketing & Communication Photography/Video Policy
Manhattan University and its representatives on occasion take photographs and videos for use in the University's promotional materials including publications, advertisements, websites, and press releases. Unless a written statement to the contrary is filed with the Marketing office by emailing [public\_relations@manhattan.edu](mailto:public_relations@manhattan.edu), all students give implicit permission and authorization to Manhattan University to use any photograph or video of themselves that is taken by or is authorized by a Manhattan University staff member for promotional or instructional purposes. By granting permission, students release any and all claims for damages for libel, slander, or invasion of right of privacy.
### E. Suspension and Relocation During Incidents
The University reserves the right to relocate students and their property and/or impose interim restriction from the University and residence halls if University officials have a reasonable basis to believe that there is a threat to the safety and security of the campus community.
#### Appendix A
**Alcohol and/or Drug Use Amnesty**
The health and safety of every student at the University is of utmost importance. The University recognizes that students who have been drinking and/or using drugs (whether such use is voluntary or involuntary) at the time that violence, including but not limited to domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, or sexual assault occurs may be hesitant to report such incidents due to fear of potential consequences for their own conduct. The University strongly encourages students to report domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, or sexual assault to institution officials. A bystander acting in good faith or a reporting individual acting in good faith that discloses any incident of domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, or sexual assault to a University official or law enforcement will not be subject to a Code of Conduct action for violations of alcohol and/or drug use policies occurring at or near the time of the commission of the domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, or sexual assault.
The University will provide students with the resources to respond to high risk drinking and other drug abuse. In a crisis, students are encouraged to seek assistance by contacting the Public Safety Department at [718-862-7333](tel:718-862-7333) or the University’s Counseling Center at [718-862-7394](tel:718-862-7394).
#### Appendix B
**Students’ Bill of Rights**
All students have the right to:
- Make a report to local law enforcement and/or state police;
Have disclosures of domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, and sexual assault treated seriously;
- Make a decision about whether or not to disclose a crime or violation and participate in the judicial or conduct process and/or criminal justice process free from pressure by the institution;
- Participate in a process that is fair, impartial, and provides adequate notice and a meaningful opportunity to be heard;
- Be treated with dignity and to receive from the institution courteous, fair, and respectful health care and counseling services, where available;
- Be free from any suggestion that the reporting individual is at fault when these crimes and violations are committed, or should have acted in a different manner to avoid such crimes or violations;
- Describe the incident to as few institution representatives as practicable and not be required to unnecessarily repeat a description of the incident;
- Be protected from retaliation by the institution, any student, the accused and/or the respondent, and/or their friends, family and acquaintances within the jurisdiction of the institution;
- Access to at least one level of appeal of a determination;
- Be accompanied by an advisor of choice who may assist and advise a reporting individual, accused, or respondent throughout the judicial or conduct process including during all meetings and hearings related to such process; and
- Exercise civil rights and practice of religion without interference by the investigative, criminal justice, or judicial or conduct process of the institution.
To file a report of misconduct with the University, please contact one of the individuals listed here.
Confidential reporting options:
[University Counseling Center](/campus-life/counseling-psychological-services "Counseling & Psychological Services")
Tel. [(718) 862-7394](tel:718-862-7394), Building: 5FL Miguel Hall
[RAPE Crisis Hotline](http://nyscasa.org/responding/crisiscenters)
Tel. [(914) 345-9111](tel:914-345-9111)
[Safe Horizon’s Rape, Sexual Assault, and Incest Hotline](http://www.safehorizon.org/index/get-help-8/call-our-hotlines-51.html)
Tel. [(212) 227-3000](tel:212-227-3000)
#### Appendix C
**New York Crime Definitions**
The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) and its regulations require the University to include certain New York State definitions in their Annual Security Report and also require that these definitions be provided in other materials disseminated by the University. Relevant New York definitions are set forth below.
**Consent:** Lack of consent results from: forcible compulsion; or incapacity to consent; or where the offense charged is sexual abuse or forcible touching, any circumstances, in addition to forcible compulsion or incapacity to consent, in which the victim does not expressly or impliedly acquiesce in the actor’s conduct. Where the offense charged is rape in the third degree, a criminal sexual act in the third degree, or forcible compulsion in circumstances under which, at the time of the act of intercourse, oral sexual conduct or anal sexual conduct, the victim clearly expressed that he or she did not consent to engage in such act, and a reasonable person in the actor’s situation would have understood such person’s words and acts as an expression of lack of consent to such act under all the circumstances. A person is incapable of consent when he or she is: less than 17 years old; or mentally disabled; or mentally incapacitated; or physically helpless; or committed to the care and custody of the state department of correctional services, a hospital, the office of children and family services and is in residential care, or the other person is a resident or inpatient of a residential facility operated by the office of mental health, the office for people with development disabilities, or the office of alcoholism and substance abuse services, and the actor is an employee, not married to such person, who knows or reasonably should know that such person is committed to the care and custody of such department or hospital.
**Consent, Abbreviated:** Clear, unambiguous, and voluntary agreement between the participating to engage in specific sexual activity.
**Dating Violence:** New York State does not specifically define “dating violence.†However, under New York Law, intimate relationships are covered by the definition of domestic violence when the crime is committed by a person in an “intimate relationship†with the victim. See “Family or Household Member†for definition of “intimate relationship.â€
**Domestic Violence:** An act which would constitute a violation of the penal law, including, but not limited to acts constituting disorderly conduct, harassment, aggravated harassment, sexual misconduct, forcible touching, sexual abuse, stalking, criminal mischief, menacing, reckless endangerment, kidnapping, assault, attempted murder, criminal obstruction or breaching or blood circulation, or strangulation; and such acts have created a substantial risk of physical or emotional harm to a person or a person’s child. Such acts are alleged to have been committed by a family member. The victim can be anyone over the age of sixteen, any married person or any parent accompanied by his or her minor child or children in situations in which such person or such person’s child is a victim of the act.
**Family or Household Member:** Person’s related by consanguinity or affinity; persons legally married to one another; person formerly married to one another regardless of whether they still reside in the same household; persons who have a child in common regardless of whether such persons are married or have lived together at any time; unrelated persons who are continually or at regular intervals living in the same household or who have in the past continually or at regular intervals lived in the same household; persons who are not related by consanguinity or affinity and who are or have been in an intimate relationship regardless of whether such persons have lived together at any time. Factors that may be considered in determining whether a relationship is an “intimate relationship†include, but are not limited to: the nature or type of relationship regardless of whether the relationship is sexual in nature; the frequency of interaction between the persons; and the duration of the relationship. Neither a casual acquaintance nor ordinary fraternization between two individuals in business or social contexts shall be deemed to constitute an “intimate relationshipâ€; any other category of individuals deemed to be a victim of domestic violence as defined by the office of children and family services in regulation. Intimate relationship status shall be applied to teens, lesbian/gay/bisexual/transgender, and elderly individuals, current and formerly married and/or dating heterosexual individuals who were, or are in an intimate relationship.
**Parent:** means natural or adoptive parent or any individual lawfully charged with a minor child’s care or custody.
**Sexual Assault:** New York State does not specifically define sexual assault. However, sexual assault includes offenses that meet the definitions of rape, fondling, incest, or statutory rape.
**Sex Offenses; Lack of Consent:** Whether or not specifically stated, it is an element of every sexual act committed without consent of the victim.
**Sexual Misconduct:** When a person (1) engages in sexual intercourse with another person without such person’s consent; or (2) engages in oral sexual conduct or anal sexual conduct without such person’s consent; or (3) engages in sexual conduct with an animal or a dead human body.
**Rape in the Third Degree:** When a person (1) engages in sexual intercourse with another person who is incapable of consent by reason of some factor other than being less than 17 years old; (2) Being 21 years old or more, engages in sexual intercourse with another person less than 17 years old; or (3) engages in sexual intercourse with another person without such person's consent where such lack of consent is by reason of some factor other than incapacity to consent.
**Rape in the Second Degree:** When a person (1) being 18 years old or more, engages in sexual intercourse with another person less than 15 years old; or (2) engages in sexual intercourse with another person who is incapable of consent by reason of being mentally disabled or mentally incapacitated. It is an affirmative defense to the crime of rape in the second degree the defendant was less than four years older than the victim at the time of the act.
**Rape in the First Degree:** When a person engages in sexual intercourse with another person (1) by forcible compulsion; or (2) who is incapable of consent by reason of being physically helpless; or (3) who is less than 11 years old; or (4) who is less than 13 years old and the actor is 18 years old or more.
**Criminal Sexual Act in the Third Degree:** When a person engages in oral or anal sexual conduct (1) with a person who is incapable of consent by reason of some factor other than being less than 17 years old; (2) being 21 years old or more, with a person less than 17 years old; (3) with another person without such persons consent where such lack of consent is by reason of some factor other than incapacity to consent.
**Criminal Sexual Act in the Second Degree:** When a person engages in oral or anal sexual conduct with another person (1) and is 18 years or more and the other person is less than 15 years old; or (2) who is incapable of consent by reason of being mentally disabled or mentally incapacitated. It is an affirmative defense that the defendant was less than four years older than the victim at the time of the act.
**Criminal Sexual Act in the First Degree:** When a person engages in oral or anal sexual conduct with another person (1) by forcible compulsion; (2) who is incapable of consent by reason of being physically helpless; (3) who is less than 11 years old; or (4) who is less than 13 years old and the actor is 18 years old or more.
**Forcible Touching:** When a person intentionally, and for no legitimate purpose, forcibly touches the sexual or other intimate parts of another person for the purpose of degrading or abusing such person; or for the purpose of gratifying the actor’s sexual desire. It includes squeezing, grabbing, or pinching.
**Persistent Sexual Abuse:** When a person commits a crime of forcible touching, or second or third degree sexual abuse within the previous ten year period, has been convicted two or more times, in separate criminal transactions for which a sentence was imposed on separate occasions of one of one of the above mentioned crimes or any offense defined in this article, of which the commission or attempted commissions thereof is a felony.
**Sexual Abuse in the Third Degree:** When a person subjects another person to sexual contact without the latter’s consent. For any prosecution under this section, it is an affirmative defense that (1) such other person’s lack of consent was due solely to incapacity to consent by reason of being less than 17 years old; and (2) such other person was more than 14 years old and (3) the defendant was less than five years older than such other person.
**Sexual Abuse in the Second Degree:** When a person subjects another person to sexual contact and when such other person is (1) incapable of consent by reason of some factor other than being less than 17 years old; or (2) less than 14 years old.
**Sexual Abuse in the First Degree:** When a person subjects another person to sexual contact (1) by forcible compulsion; (2) when the other person is incapable of consent by reason of being physically helpless; or (3) when the other person is less than 11 years old; or (4) when the other person is less than 13 years old.
**Aggravated Sexual Abuse:** For the purposes of this section, conduct performed for a valid medical purpose does not violate the provisions of this section.
**Aggravated Sexual Abuse in the Fourth Degree:** When a person inserts a (1) foreign object in the vagina, urethra, penis or rectum of another person and the other person is incapable of consent by reason of some factor other than being less than 17 years old; or (2) finger in the vagina, urethra, penis, rectum or anus of another person causing physical injury to such person and such person is incapable of consent by reason of some factor other than being less than 17 years old.
**Aggravated Sexual Abuse in the Third Degree:** When a person inserts a foreign object in the vagina, urethra, penis, rectum or anus of another person (1)(a) by forcible compulsion; (b) when the other person is incapable of consent by reason of being physically helpless; or (c) when the other person is less than 11 years old; or (2) causing physical injury to such person and such person is incapable of consent by reason of being mentally disabled or mentally incapacitated.
**Aggravated Sexual Abuse in the Second Degree:** When a person inserts a finger in the vagina, urethra, penis, rectum or anus of another person causing physical injury to such person by (1) forcible compulsion; or (2) when the other person is incapable of consent by reason of being physically helpless; or (3) when the other person is less than 11 years old.
**Aggravated Sexual Abuse in the First Degree:** When a person subjects another person to sexual contact: (1) By forcible compulsion; or (2) when the other person is incapable of consent by reason of being physically helpless; or (3) when the other person is less than eleven years old; or (4) when the other person is less than thirteen years old and the actor is twenty-one years old or older.
**Stalking in the Fourth Degree:** When a person intentionally, and for not legitimate purpose, engages in a course of conduct directed at a specific person, and knows or reasonably should know that such conduct (1) is likely to cause reasonable fear of material harm to the physical health, safety or property of such person, a member of such person’s immediate family or a third party with whom such person is acquainted; or (2) causes material harm to the mental or emotional health of such person, where such conduct consists of following, telephoning or initiating communication or contact with such person, a member of such person’s immediate family or a third party with whom such person is acquainted, and the actor was previously clearly informed to cease that conduct; or (3) is likely to cause such person to reasonably fear that his or her employment, business or career is threatened, where such conduct consists of appearing, telephoning or initiating communication or contact at such person’s place of employment or business, and the actor was previously clearly informed to cease that conduct.
**Stalking in the Third Degree:** When a person (1) commits the crime of stalking in the fourth degree against any person in three or more separate transactions, for which the actor has not been previously convicted; or (2) commits the crime of stalking in the fourth degree against any person, and has previously been convicted, within the preceding ten years of a specified predicate crime and the victim of such specified predicate crime is the victim, or an immediate family member of the victim, of the present offense; or (3) with an intent to harass, annoy or alarm a specific person, intentionally engages in a course of conduct directed at such person which is likely to cause such person to reasonably fear physical injury or serious physical injury, the commission of a sex offense against, or the kidnapping, unlawful imprisonment or death of such person or a member of such person’s immediate family; or (4) commits the crime or stalking in the fourth degree and has previously been convicted within the preceding ten years of stalking in the fourth degree.
**Stalking in the Second Degree:** When a person: (1) commits the crime of stalking in the third degree and in the course of and furtherance of the commission of such offense: (a) displays, or possesses and threatens the use of, a firearm, pistol, revolver, rifle, sword, billy, blackjack, bludgeon, plastic knuckles, metal knuckles, chuka stick, sand bag, sandclub, slingshot, slungshot, shirken, “Kung Fu Star,†dagger, dangerous knife, dirk, razor, stiletto, imitation pistol, dangerous instrument, deadly instrument or deadly weapons; or (b) displays what appears to be a pistol, revolver, rifle, shotgun, machine gun or other firearm; or (2) commits the crime of stalking in the third against any person, and has previously been convicted, within the preceding five years, of a specified predicate crime, and the victim of such specified predicate crime is the victim, or an immediate family member of the victim, of the present offense; or (3) commits the crime of stalking in the fourth degree and has previously been convicted of stalking in the third degree; or (4) being 21 years of age or older, repeatedly follows a person under the age of fourteen or engages in a course of conduct or repeatedly commits acts over a period of time intentionally placing or attempting to place such person who is under the age of fourteen in reasonable fear of physical injury, serious physical injury or death; or (5) commits the crime of stalking in the third degree, against ten or more persons, in ten or more separate transactions, for which the actor has not been previously convicted.
**Stalking in the First Degree:** When a person commits the crime of stalking in the third degree or stalking in the second degree and, in the course and furtherance thereof, he or she intentionally or recklessly causes physical injury to the victim of such crime.
[Results of Climate Survey on Sexual Assault](https://inside.manhattan.edu/offices/human-resources/non-discrimination-and-sexual-misconduct-policy/climate-survey.php)
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title: "Manhattan University Celebrates Distinguished Alumnus and Acclaimed Novelist Sebastian Castillo ’11"
url: "/news/archive/2025/11/distinguished-alumnus-and-acclaimed-novelist-sebastian-castillo"
type: article
date: 2025-11-19
updated: 2026-04-13
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# Manhattan University Celebrates Distinguished Alumnus and Acclaimed Novelist Sebastian Castillo ’11
# Manhattan University Celebrates Distinguished Alumnus and Acclaimed Novelist Sebastian Castillo ’11
Manhattan University is proud to celebrate distinguished alumnus Sebastian Castillo ’11, whose growing prominence in the literary world has earned national recognition.
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His rising visibility was underscored in a recent *New York Times Magazine* feature, “[The Secret to Getting Through Big, Dense, Difficult Books](https://www.nytimes.com/2025/11/18/magazine/long-difficult-books-clubs.html),†which highlights his distinctive approach to reading, writing, and engaging with challenging literature. The article positions him within a broader cultural moment that values ambitious storytelling, affirming his place as a leading thinker and creator whose work resonates with readers navigating complex texts and ideas.
Castillo’s creative trajectory is deeply connected to Manhattan University, where he excelled as a student and scholar. During his time on campus, he was awarded the **Branigan Research Fellowship**, became the **inaugural recipient of the Mark Taylor Memorial Scholarship**, and won the **McGoldrick Medal in English**—honors that reflected his exceptional promise. After graduation, he returned to teach in the Department of English, mentoring emerging writers and contributing to the University’s vibrant intellectual community.
Today, Castillo is the author of **Fresh, Green Life**, **The Zoo of Thinking**, **SALMON**, **Not I**, and **49 Venezuelan Novels**, a body of work that has positioned him at the forefront of contemporary experimental fiction. His debut novel recently reached new audiences with its Spanish-language translation, expanding his international readership. Castillo currently lives in Philadelphia, where he teaches at **Temple University**, the **University of Pennsylvania**, and **Moore College of Art and Design**. He holds an MFA in Fiction from **Temple University (’15)**, complementing the strong liberal-arts foundation he built at Manhattan.
With expanding readership, national media attention, and ongoing contributions to the literary and academic communities, Sebastian Castillo stands as an alumnus of increasing prominence—and one with a lifelong connection to Manhattan University. To learn more about his work, visit [sebastian-castillo.com](http://sebastian-castillo.com).
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**About Manhattan University**
Founded in 1853, Manhattan University is an independent Lasallian Catholic institution located in Riverdale, NY that embraces students of all faiths, cultures, and traditions. The mission of the University is to provide a dynamic student-centered educational experience that prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings. Manhattan University offers programs that integrate a broad liberal arts education coupled with a concentration in specific disciplines in the arts and sciences with professional preparation in business and engineering, ensuring graduates will excel in their chosen fields. The University consists of the Kakos School of Arts & Sciences, the O’Malley School of Business, and the School of Engineering. For further information, please visit [www.manhattan.edu](http://www.manhattan.edu).
By MC Staff • Nov 19, 2025
[Academics](/news?category=232)
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title: "Manhattan University Announces Two New Memorial Scholarships Honoring Distinguished Faculty"
url: "/news/archive/2025/11/new-memorial-scholarships-honoring-distinguished-faculty"
type: article
date: 2025-11-21
updated: 2026-04-13
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# Manhattan University Announces Two New Memorial Scholarships Honoring Distinguished Faculty
# Manhattan University Announces Two New Memorial Scholarships Honoring Distinguished Faculty
The Manhattan University community is coming together to honor the lives and lasting influence of two beloved faculty members, whose recent passing was deeply felt across campus.
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The Manhattan University community is coming together to honor the lives and lasting influence of two beloved faculty members, whose recent passing was deeply felt across campus. The [Department of English, World Languages, and Literatures](/academics/schools-and-departments/kakos/eng-wrld-lang-lit/index.php) has introduced two new memorial scholarships—each designed to reflect the passions, values, and teaching philosophies of Emeritus professors [Rodney RodrÃguez](https://connect.manhattan.edu/rodriguezscholarship) and [Brother Patrick Horner](https://connect.manhattan.edu/hornerscholarship).
/**/ /**/ *Dr. Rodney RodrÃguez*
*Brother Patrick Horner*
RodrÃguez, a champion of immersive language learning, inspired generations of Spanish students to broaden their horizons through study abroad. In recognition of his dedication, the University has established the [**Rodney RodrÃguez Memorial Scholarship**](https://connect.manhattan.edu/rodriguezscholarship), that will support a Spanish major or minor studying in a Spanish-speaking country. The award carries forward his belief that transformative learning happens through cultural exchange and global engagement.
Similarly, the[ **Brother Patrick Horner Memorial Scholarship**](https://connect.manhattan.edu/hornerscholarship) celebrates the legacy of a cherished English professor known for his love of literature and his gift for helping students discover their voice. The scholarship will support English majors pursuing the discipline he treasured. Beginning as a restricted fund—with the long-term goal of becoming endowed—the award reflects Brother Horner’s commitment to fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and a deep appreciation for the written word.
Together, these memorial scholarships stand as meaningful tributes to two educators who shaped the intellectual and personal journeys of countless students. As the University works with the Department of English, World Languages, and Literatures to promote and develop these initiatives, the scholarships will ensure that the mentorship, passion, and academic excellence embodied by Professors RodrÃguez and Horner continue to inspire future generations.
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**About Manhattan University**
Founded in 1853, Manhattan University is an independent Lasallian Catholic institution located in Riverdale, NY that embraces students of all faiths, cultures, and traditions. The mission of the University is to provide a dynamic student-centered educational experience that prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings. Manhattan University offers programs that integrate a broad liberal arts education coupled with a concentration in specific disciplines in the arts and sciences with professional preparation in business and engineering, ensuring graduates will excel in their chosen fields. The University consists of the Kakos School of Arts & Sciences, the O’Malley School of Business, and the School of Engineering. For further information, please visit [www.manhattan.edu](http://www.manhattan.edu).
By MC Staff • Nov 21, 2025
[Academics](/news?category=232)
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title: "Manhattan University Student Awarded Prestigious IEEE Scholarship"
url: "/news/archive/2025/11/student-awarded-prestigious-ieee-scholarship"
type: article
date: 2025-11-12
updated: 2026-04-13
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# Manhattan University Student Awarded Prestigious IEEE Scholarship
# Manhattan University Student Awarded Prestigious IEEE Scholarship
Manhattan University today announced that Paul Harrison, a junior in the University’s School of Engineering, has been awarded the prestigious IEEE PES Scholarship which carries a $10,000 stipend.
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Manhattan University today announced that Paul Harrison, a junior in the University’s School of Engineering, has been awarded the prestigious IEEE PES Scholarship which carries a $10,000 stipend.
According to the IEEE (the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) website, it is the world’s largest technical professional organization whose core purpose is to foster technological innovation for the benefit of humanity. It is a global network of more that 486,000 engineering and STEM professionals across a variety of disciplines.
The scholarship awarded to Mr. Harrison is given to a high-achieving undergraduate student in an electrical engineering program with a focus on making a future impact across the power and energy industry. To be eligible for the award, a student must be a U.S. or Canadian citizen; the award was established to address the aging workforce within the power and energy sector in those countries.
Harrison, a native of Carmel, NY (Putnam County), originally thought he would be a lawyer. However, during his high school years, he was involved in a stage crew program working on both electrical and sound elements for various productions which started his path to engineering. He is scheduled to graduate in May 2027 with a B.S. in Electrical Engineering with a concentration in power grids and green energy along with a concentration in Applied Artificial Intelligence. He is a recipient of the Manhattan University Trustee Scholarship, awarded to students in the top 5% of the applicant pool, and is a member of the Gamma Alpha chapter of Eta Kappa Nu, positioning him in the top ¼ of his electrical engineering classes. Additionally, he is the Vice President of the IEEE Manhattan University Student Branch and the President of the 7x24 Exchange Student Chapter where he promotes mission-critical/data center industry awareness, particularly in energy efficiency and cooling. He credits the incredible network of Manhattan University alumni and the caring nature of his professors to his success thus far.
Kathryn Jablokow, Ph.D., Dean of the School of Engineering and herself an electrical engineer, commented,
> “Paul’s achievements thus far are a true testament to his academic abilities, his leadership skills, and his research activities with faculty from our electrical engineering department. The Jasper network continues to support our current students positioning them to become leaders in their chosen fields. Paul is a superb example of someone who will make a positive impact in electrical engineering and beyond."
According to Harrison, who plans to pursue a master’s degree upon graduation,
> "A dream job would be working on grid infrastructure or doing micro-grid work for data centers to lessen their strain on the grid. I want to make a positive lasting impact in my field and hope to give back by also becoming an adjunct professor."
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**About Manhattan University**
Founded in 1853, Manhattan University is an independent Lasallian Catholic institution located in Riverdale, NY that embraces students of all faiths, cultures, and traditions. The mission of the University is to provide a dynamic student-centered educational experience that prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings. Manhattan University offers programs that integrate a broad liberal arts education coupled with a concentration in specific disciplines in the arts and sciences with professional preparation in business and engineering, ensuring graduates will excel in their chosen fields. The University consists of the Kakos School of Arts & Sciences, the O’Malley School of Business, and the School of Engineering. For further information, please visit [www.manhattan.edu](http://www.manhattan.edu).
By MC Staff • Nov 12, 2025
[Student Achievements](/news?category=240)
[Academics](/news?category=232)
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title: "Billy Walker ’26 Taking on the World of Media"
url: "/news/archive/2025/12/billy-walker-taking-on-the-world-of-media"
type: article
date: 2025-12-15
updated: 2026-04-13
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# Billy Walker ’26 Taking on the World of Media
# Billy Walker ’26 Taking on the World of Media
There’s no shortage of things to do on Manhattan University’s campus. Just ask student William Walker ’26. Since enrolling in Manhattan University, Walker has amassed a long and impressive résumé of extracurricular roles, organizations and activities. Walker is no stranger to a busy lifestyle.
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*As featured in the Fall 2025 issue of [Manhattan Magazine](/news/manhattan-magazine).*
Since enrolling in Manhattan University, Walker has amassed a long and impressive résumé of extracurricular roles, organizations and activities. Walker is no stranger to a busy lifestyle.
He grew up visiting New York City often, attending theatrical performances and immersing himself in the hustle and bustle of city life. Walker’s frequent visits to the city fostered a love for the city environment and the performing arts, which led to his interest in Manhattan University. “I loved the school’s proximity to the city and its urban feel,†said Walker. “The campus still has greenery, which was important to me. It’s not just brick walls and skyscrapers everywhere.†But it was Walker’s meeting with Andrew Bauer, director of performing arts, that sold him on the University. “That meeting really left an impression on me,†said Walker. “I wasn’t even enrolled yet, and here was this professor, taking the time to meet with a random student on a Saturday.â€
Walker, a communication major with a concentration in media production and a minor in theater, has certainly kept himself busy. As president and co‑founder of the Manhattan Media Network, a campus media organization, Walker produces Quadcast, a podcast where students share their perspectives and stories about the University. He also produces Bussin or Disgustin and Perfection or Rejection, two food review segments that feature students trying different meals on and around campus. He’s also behind Manhattan on the Move, a fast‑paced, vox‑pop series ï¬lmed around campus, and Campus Cupid, a game show that tests friends’ knowledge of one another.
Walker’s involvement with the media world doesn’t end there. He also works at WRCM Radio, Manhattan University’s student‑run, independent radio station. Along with his friend Brooke Della Rocco ’26, Walker hosts a radio show called B Squared. He’s also involved in WRCM Spotlights, a series of videos that showcase the station’s unique programming. As a part of an Advanced Sports Media course, Walker helps broadcast University athletics events on ESPN, working on graphics and serving as a technical director and camera operator. He also assisted with the University’s on‑campus fashion show, which he shares on YouTube along with red carpet interviews.
> “I love being able to share people’s stories,†said Walker. “I want to give everyone a platform. Two of my professors, Dr. Michael Grabowski and Dr. Michael Plugh, really instilled this idea in me of using platforms to tell the best stories possible.â€
When he’s not working in media, Walker serves as the vice president of Lambda Pi Eta ‑ Psi Beta Chapter, the communication honor society of Manhattan University. Through this role, he organizes events for current communication students and arranges trips to see live tapings of television shows in New York City. He also works as the vice president of communication for the Student Government Association, ensuring that the student body is aware of events on campus, such as sports games and concerts, via email and social media. Lastly, Walker shows prospective and new students around campus as a tour guide for the University’s Admissions office.
> “Being a tour guide is actually one of my favorite things,†said Walker. “I love when students come up to me and say that they remember having me as their tour guide and that I influenced their decision to attend Manhattan University. Those interactions mean so much to me.â€
Feeling exhausted yet? Walker isn’t. In the 2025‑26 academic year, he’ll add technical director of WRCM Radio to his résumé, ensuring smooth production of various shows and the upkeep of the radio station. He’ll also serve as events coordinator for LOTUS, Manhattan University’s fashion magazine. How does Walker balance all these extracurricular activities with his school workload? “It’s all about dedicating speciï¬c time and days to certain tasks and roles,†he said. “It’s all about managing my time in the best way possible.â€
By Matt Perrino • Dec 15, 2025
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title: "Economics Senior Earns Third Place at State Competition for Research on Value of Central Park Views"
url: "/news/archive/2025/12/economics-senior-earns-third-place-at-state-competition-for-research-on-value-of-central-park-views"
type: article
date: 2025-12-03
updated: 2026-04-13
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# Economics Senior Earns Third Place at State Competition for Research on Value of Central Park Views
# Economics Senior Earns Third Place at State Competition for Research on Value of Central Park Views
A view of Central Park may be priceless to some, but one Manhattan University senior set out to measure its real value. Economics senior Naomy Guerrero Flores used housing data and statistical analysis to measure the value of Central Park views, earning third place in a statewide competition.
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Guerrero Flores presented her paper on Saturday, November 8th at St. John Fisher University in Rochester, New York, competing against undergraduate researchers from across the state. The competition requires participants to submit written papers for blind review by at least two judges, then present their findings at the annual conference, where both components are evaluated for their substantive contribution, methodology, and quality.
The research grew out of a class project in Econ 432 - Applied Environmental Economics, taught by [Dr. Jimena González-RamÃrez](/campus-directory/mgonzalezramirez01). In the course, students learned non-market valuation methods and applied them to real-world data by collecting housing transaction information around Central Park in New York City.
Students recorded detailed information for each property sale: the price, date, unit features like number of bedrooms, building amenities such as gyms, and precise location. Most importantly, they identified whether each unit had a view of Central Park.
Using the statistical programming language R, Guerrero Flores employed the hedonic pricing method to estimate the economic value that a Central Park view adds to a property. This technique isolates the value of specific property characteristics by analyzing how they affect sale prices.
What set Guerrero Flores apart was her decision to continue developing the research after the course ended. She expanded her analysis and refined her paper specifically for the state competition, demonstrating both her analytical capabilities and her commitment to rigorous economic research.
The project showcases the practical skills economics students develop: collecting and managing real-world datasets, applying advanced statistical techniques, and communicating complex findings through both written reports and oral presentations. By working with actual housing market data and coding in R, Guerrero Flores gained hands-on experience with tools and methods used by professional economists in government, consulting, and academia.
The New York State Economic Association's undergraduate competition draws submissions from students across the state and is judged on both scholarly merit and presentation quality. Guerrero Flores's third-place finish recognizes her ability to conduct meaningful economic research and effectively communicate her results to an academic audience.
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**About Manhattan University**
Founded in 1853, Manhattan University is an independent Lasallian Catholic institution located in Riverdale, NY that embraces students of all faiths, cultures, and traditions. The mission of the University is to provide a dynamic student-centered educational experience that prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings. Manhattan University offers programs that integrate a broad liberal arts education coupled with a concentration in specific disciplines in the arts and sciences with professional preparation in business and engineering, ensuring graduates will excel in their chosen fields. The University consists of the Kakos School of Arts & Sciences, the O’Malley School of Business, and the School of Engineering. For further information, please visit [www.manhattan.edu](http://www.manhattan.edu).
By MC Staff • Dec 03, 2025
[Academics](/news?category=232)
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title: "Manhattan University Announces Major Gift From Ambassador Charles A. Gargano ’79 (MSCE)"
url: "/news/archive/2026/01/announces-major-gift-from-amb-charles-gargano"
type: article
date: 2026-01-14
updated: 2026-05-03
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# Manhattan University Announces Major Gift From Ambassador Charles A. Gargano ’79 (MSCE)
# Manhattan University Announces Major Gift From Ambassador Charles A. Gargano ’79 (MSCE)
Manhattan University has renamed its historic campus arches in honor of Ambassador Charles A. Gargano, P.E. ‘79, following his $1 million donation. This significant gift from the School of Engineering alumnus will support the university while permanently cementing his legacy at the entrance to the iconic Quadrangle.
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Manhattan University announces a donation of $1 million from Ambassador Charles A. Gargano, a 1979 Masters graduate from its School of Engineering. The towering red brick arches that flank Memorial Hall and offer a welcoming spirit to the iconic Quadrangle on the campus have been important structures for over 100 years and will henceforth be called the Charles A. Gargano, P.E. ‘79 Arches. The gift was finalized in December 2025.
Ambassador Gargano had a varied and significant career. He served as the deputy administrator in 1981 for the Urban Mass Transit Administration (UMTA), the U.S. Ambassador to Trinadad and Tobago from 1988 to 1991, and from 1995 to 2007 was the Vice Chairman of the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey. In the latter position in the aftermath of the September 11th terrorist attacks, Ambassador Gargano spearheaded the reconstruction of lower Manhattan, earning the moniker as New York States’s “Economic Czarâ€.
Born in Avelino, Italy, his family emigrated to the United States when he was four years old, settling in Brooklyn. He received his BS and MBA from Farleigh Dickinson University and, in 1979, earned his MS in Civil Engineering from Manhattan University. He also was awarded an Honorary Degree of Doctor of Science from Manhattan in 2011.
Frederick Bonato, Ph.D., President of Manhattan University, stated,
> “Ambassador Gargano has worked tirelessly to ensure that all citizens are granted the same possibilities for success – not just the privileged few. He is a public servant in the truest sense, combining vision with execution, heart, and strategy. The mission of Manhattan University prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings. Ambassador Gargano is our mission personified.â€
In addition to this most recent gift to the University, Ambassador Gargano dutifully served on the University’s Board of Trustees from 1994 to 2007 and in 1996 the Ambassador Charles A. Gargano Scholarship was founded by a group of friends; the scholarship consistently supports bright Manhattan University students in need of financial aid.
At the dedication ceremony, Ambassador Gargano stated,
> “My heart is always with Manhattan University, and being a permanent part of the brick and mortar solidifies my belief that with an education and those who help along the way, it is possible for anyone to succeed and, in turn, provide others with the tools for success. Manhattan isn’t just a place to get a diploma; it’s a community where men and women from all walks of life learn from the examples set by the Christian Brothers. It is a true honor to be part of this legacy of service through the gift of education.â€
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**About Manhattan University**
Founded in 1853, Manhattan University is an independent Lasallian Catholic institution located in Riverdale, NY that embraces students of all faiths, cultures, and traditions. The mission of the University is to provide a dynamic student-centered educational experience that prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings. Manhattan University offers programs that integrate a broad liberal arts education coupled with a concentration in specific disciplines in the arts and sciences with professional preparation in business and engineering, ensuring graduates will excel in their chosen fields. The University consists of the Kakos School of Arts & Sciences, the O’Malley School of Business, and the School of Engineering. For further information, please visit [www.manhattan.edu](http://www.manhattan.edu).
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title: "Touching Hearts, Transforming Lives"
url: "/news/archive/2026/01/brother-gus-joins-service-trip-in-kenya"
type: article
date: 2026-01-20
updated: 2026-04-13
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# Touching Hearts, Transforming Lives
# Touching Hearts, Transforming Lives
Brother Augustine “Gus†Nicoletti, FSC, reflects on a service trip to Kenya that deepened his lifelong connection to Africa. Through prayer, service, and shared experience, the journey embodies the Lasallian mission of mutual respect, partnership, and transformation.
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Last August, [Brother Augustine (Gus) Nicoletti, FSC, D.Min., Ed.D.](//Campus%20Directory/augustine-nicoletti), vice president for mission, traveled to Kenya for a friends and family service trip in support of a Lasallian charitable organization, [The Centre of Love Foundation](https://www.thecentreoflove.org/) (TCOLF). TCOLF works to assist underserved communities in Nairobi by providing education and access to clean water.
During the weeklong trip, Brother Gus and six other volunteers conducted outreach at several sites near Nairobi, including an orphanage, a school for impoverished children run by the Ngong Road Children’s Foundation, and Cheshire Home, as well as a shelter operated by Catholic sisters for unhoused elderly people. The group also visited the Kibera settlement, where they attended the dedication of land for a future school.
> “We went there to talk with the people, to pray with them, to engage them in conversation,†Brother Gus says. At the school, “we were engaging with the kids, playing games with them, telling stories, and reading to them.â€
Brother Gus has deep roots in the African continent, having lived and worked there extensively over the course of his Brotherhood. “Africa,†he says, “is a second home for me.â€
That sense of belonging was especially evident during a Maasai communal celebration, where Brother Gus; Patrice Henning, founder of TCOLF; and Brother Larry Schatz, FSC, of the Christian Brothers of the Midwest, were named honorary tribal elders.
**Reflection**
*The people of Kenya, oh how I need you and I hope you may need me. That is at the very heart of my “yes†to serve.*
*It’s about mutual respect and understanding.*
*It’s about “together and by association†as transformative partners hoping to change each other’s lives and circumstances.*
*People from different parts of the world coming together to live, listen, to understand, appreciate, suffer together, to laugh, love and pray.*
*I know I need to learn from you, the people of Kenya, to understand your culture, traditions, and social attitudes. This experience will teach me and form me, challenge me and stretch me, and in the end, it is I who will have grown from this experience.*
*I will be transformed.*
— **Brother Augustine Nicoletti, FSC**
*As featured in the Fall 2025 issue of [Manhattan Magazine](/news/manhattan-magazine).*
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title: "Manhattan University Launches New STEM Master’s in Business Analytics"
url: "/news/archive/2026/01/business-analytics-ms-announcement"
type: article
date: 2026-01-08
updated: 2026-04-13
---
# Manhattan University Launches New STEM Master’s in Business Analytics
# Manhattan University Launches New STEM Master’s in Business Analytics
Manhattan University has announced the launch of its new STEM-designated Master of Science in Business Analytics, a graduate program designed to prepare students for high-demand roles in today’s data-driven economy.
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Approved by the New York State Education Department as a Business Analytics program, the degree equips students with the technical, analytical, and decision-making skills needed to turn complex data into an actionable strategy. The curriculum focuses on statistical modeling, predictive analytics, AI-driven insight development, and real-world applications across industries, such as finance, marketing, technology, and supply chain.
Designed to welcome students from a wide range of undergraduate backgrounds, the program offers a flexible pathway to advanced study in analytics — making it accessible to both recent graduates and working professionals. Coursework includes Programming for Business Analytics, Data Visualization, Data Mining, Statistical and Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning & AI, Social Media Analytics, Privacy and Data Protection, Blockchain and Smart Contracts, and Generative AI.
Manhattan University’s **Low-Residency Executive Education** programs blend flexible online courses with limited, curated NYC residency weekends, offering working professionals an accelerated path to advanced degrees enriched by industry access, faculty engagement, and high-impact networking.
> “Organizations are looking for graduates who can bridge technical expertise with strategic business thinking,†said Hany Guirguis, Ph.D., Dean of the O’Malley School of Business. “This program develops exactly that combination — preparing students to become leaders in analytics-driven decision-making.â€
Graduates are prepared to step into mission-critical roles across every sector where data informs strategy. Career pathways include business analyst, data scientist, analytics consultant, operations analyst, and strategy analyst — positions that increasingly rely on AI-enhanced modeling, forecasting, and insight development. With deep training in both quantitative tools and business applications, students graduate ready to help organizations interpret data, streamline processes, identify opportunities, and make smarter, evidence-based decisions. As the financial sector increasingly embraces automation and analytics-driven insights, demand for professionals with these specialized skills remains robust worldwide.
Learn more at: [https://manhattan.edu/academics/graduate-programs/business-analytics.php](/academics/graduate-programs/business-analytics.php)
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title: "New M. S. in Digital Marketing and Analytics Prepares Students for AI-Driven Marketing Careers"
url: "/news/archive/2026/01/digital-marketing-analytics-ms-announcement"
type: article
date: 2026-01-08
updated: 2026-04-13
---
# New M. S. in Digital Marketing and Analytics Prepares Students for AI-Driven Marketing Careers
# New M. S. in Digital Marketing and Analytics Prepares Students for AI-Driven Marketing Careers
Manhattan University has launched a STEM-designated M.S. in Digital Marketing and Analytics, preparing graduates for data-driven marketing careers.
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The program responds to one of the fastest-evolving fields in business — where digital platforms, AI-driven tools, and real-time data now shape how organizations reach and engage consumers. Students will gain a strong foundation in marketing theory while developing applied expertise in analytics, consumer behavior, campaign optimization, content strategy, and AI-powered marketing technologies.
Manhattan University’s **Low-Residency Executive Education** programs blend flexible online courses with limited, curated NYC residency weekends, offering working professionals an accelerated path to advanced degrees enriched by industry access, faculty engagement, and high-impact networking.
Key coursework includes Advanced Consumer Behavior for Managers, Marketing Analytics, and AI in Digital Media Marketing, enabling students to interpret complex datasets and design measurable, ethical, data-led marketing strategies.
> “Digital marketing today requires fluency in analytics and technology — not just creativity,†says Hany Guirguis, Ph.D., Dean of the O’Malley School of Business. “This program ensures our graduates are prepared to lead in the next era of marketing innovation.â€
Graduates will be prepared for dynamic roles across the modern marketing landscape. Career pathways include digital marketing analysts, data insights strategists, SEO/SEM specialists, AI-driven marketing strategists, and social media intelligence analysts.
Emphasizing analytics, digital platforms, and AI-enabled decision-making, the program ensures students are ready to help organizations develop data-driven campaigns and achieve measurable growth
Learn more at: [https://manhattan.edu/academics/graduate-programs/digital-marketing-analytics.php](/academics/graduate-programs/digital-marketing-analytics.php)
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title: "STEM Master’s in Financial Analytics for the Next Generation of FinTech and Wall Street Leaders"
url: "/news/archive/2026/01/financial-analytics-ms-announcement"
type: article
date: 2026-01-08
updated: 2026-04-13
---
# STEM Master’s in Financial Analytics for the Next Generation of FinTech and Wall Street Leaders
# STEM Master’s in Financial Analytics for the Next Generation of FinTech and Wall Street Leaders
Manhattan University has launched its STEM Master of Science in Financial Analytics, an exciting new graduate program for students who want to work at the cutting edge of finance, technology, and data science.
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Designed for curious, future-focused problem-solvers, the program puts students right where the action is — in a world where numbers move markets, advanced analytics guide every decision, and AI is reshaping the global financial landscape.
Unlike traditional finance programs, the master's in Financial Analytics emphasizes machine learning, predictive modeling, and big-data applications in investments, corporate finance, and risk management. Students also gain deep insight into financial theory and instruments, including derivatives, credit analytics, and regulatory modeling. The curriculum ensures that students understand both the “why†and the “how†behind modern financial decision-making.
Manhattan University’s **Low-Residency Executive Education** programs blend flexible online courses with limited, curated NYC residency weekends, offering working professionals an accelerated path to advanced degrees enriched by industry access, faculty engagement, and high-impact networking.
Students in the program will have access to Bloomberg terminals, Python, R, Tableau, SQL, and a proprietary financial database — the same platforms used by global banks, hedge funds, fintech firms, and regulators. The hybrid format also supports working professionals seeking to advance or pivot their careers without pausing their professional journeys.
> “Financial services are being transformed by analytics, automation, and AI,†said Hany Guirguis, Ph.D., Dean of the O’Malley School of Business. “This program prepares students to thrive in that environment — not just by learning financial theory, but by applying advanced analytics to real-world markets.â€
Graduates of the program are prepared to enter high-impact roles across Wall Street, fintech, banking, consulting, and regulatory agencies. Career pathways include quantitative analyst, financial data scientist, portfolio risk analyst, fintech strategist, valuation analyst, and regulatory analytics specialist — positions that increasingly rely on advanced modeling, AI tools, and real-time data interpretation. With deep training in financial theory, analytics, and industry-standard technology platforms, students graduate ready to evaluate markets, forecast risk, design data-driven investment strategies, and support critical financial decision-making. As financial services continue to shift toward automation and analytics-powered insight, demand for professionals with this specialized skill set remains strong worldwide.
Learn more at: [https://manhattan.edu/academics/graduate-programs/financial-analytics.php](/academics/graduate-programs/financial-analytics.php)
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title: "Master of Science in Healthcare Informatics Expands Graduate Offerings at Manhattan University"
url: "/news/archive/2026/01/healthcare-informatics-ms-announcement"
type: article
date: 2026-01-07
updated: 2026-04-13
---
# Master of Science in Healthcare Informatics Expands Graduate Offerings at Manhattan University
# Master of Science in Healthcare Informatics Expands Graduate Offerings at Manhattan University
Manhattan University has expanded its graduate degree offerings with the Master of Science in Healthcare Informatics, a STEM-designated program that prepares students to improve healthcare quality, patient outcomes, and operational efficiency through technology-enabled data analysis.
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Manhattan University has expanded its graduate degree offerings with the Master of Science in [Healthcare Informatics](/academics/graduate-programs/healthcare-informatics), a STEM-designated program that prepares students to improve healthcare quality, patient outcomes, and operational efficiency through technology-enabled data analysis.
Offered through the [Kakos School of Arts and Sciences](/academics/schools-and-departments/kakos/index), the online program features accelerated 7 week courses, enabling students to complete the 36-credit degree in approximately 16 months. Coursework integrates knowledge of healthcare systems with advanced training in informatics, statistical computing, database design, technology implementation, regulatory policy, ethics, and data security.
Manhattan University’s **Low-Residency Executive Education** programs blend flexible online courses with limited, curated NYC residency weekends, offering working professionals an accelerated path to advanced degrees enriched by industry access, faculty engagement, and high-impact networking.
Students also complete a two-part capstone consulting experience, partnering with real-world healthcare organizations to develop applied, data-driven solutions.
> “Healthcare increasingly relies on professionals who can interpret complex data and use it to improve care delivery,†said Ann Clarkson, Executive Director of Online Learning and Professional Programs. “This program empowers students to do exactly that — combining technical skill with purpose-driven leadership.â€
Graduates are prepared to step into critical, rapidly growing roles across the healthcare ecosystem, including careers as healthcare data analysts, clinical informatics specialists, health IT project managers, outcomes analysts, and systems integration analysts. These positions play a vital role in advancing patient-centered care, strengthening operational decision-making, and improving organizational performance. With an emphasis on real-world application and ethical data use, students graduate ready to support hospitals, health systems, insurers, public-health organizations, and healthcare-technology companies. As data continues to reshape healthcare delivery nationwide, demand for highly skilled informatics professionals remains strong — reflecting Manhattan University’s commitment to education that combines innovation, technical competence, and service-focused leadership.
Learn more at: [https://manhattan.edu/academics/graduate-programs/healthcare-informatics.php](/academics/graduate-programs/healthcare-informatics.php)
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title: "Jose Minaya ’94: A Manhattan Education, A Global Impact"
url: "/news/archive/2026/01/jose-naya-a-global-impact-mu-magazine"
type: article
date: 2026-01-27
updated: 2026-04-13
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# Jose Minaya ’94: A Manhattan Education, A Global Impact
# Jose Minaya ’94: A Manhattan Education, A Global Impact
For more than 70 years, Manhattan University has hosted the De La Salle Medal Dinner, honoring public figures whose lives reflect Lasallian Catholic values. The 2026 ceremony will recognize alumnus Jose Minaya ’94, whose journey from New York City neighborhoods to global financial leadership exemplifies those ideals.
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For over 70 years, Manhattan University has hosted the De La Salle Medal Dinner, which celebrates Lasallian Catholic values and honors the notable public figures who embrace them. The [2026 ceremony](/giving/fundraising-events/dls-dinner) will honor Manhattan University alumnus Jose Minaya ’94.
Minaya grew up in New York’s Washington Heights and Inwood neighborhoods, both heavily Catholic areas. He attended Catholic schools from kindergarten through high school. During his time at Cardinal Hayes High School, Minaya excelled as a pitcher on the varsity baseball team, attracting the attention of numerous college recruiters. In the end, he decided to enroll at Manhattan University and continue his education and baseball career there.
> “Because of my religious background and the area where I lived, I had always known about Manhattan,†he says. “It felt like the right choice.â€
Although Minaya had selected his college, he faced a common undergraduate dilemma: he had no idea what to choose for his major. Seeking guidance, Minaya met with the dean of the [O’Malley School of Business](/academics/schools-and-departments/school-of-business/index) at the time, James Suarez, to discuss his options. That meeting would have a profound impact on his life. It led him to major in finance and minor in economics, setting the stage for the successful career that would follow.
> “In addition to being a great academic institution, Manhattan really had a nurturing environment,†he says. “I felt like they understood where I came from and really guided me.â€
Minaya’s time at Manhattan University became defined by two different worlds: the gym, where he exercised with his baseball teammates, and the library, where he studied with his classmates.
After graduating in 1994, Minaya was accepted into the United States Marine Corps officer candidate school. He didn’t plan on applying to or interviewing for any jobs. On a last-minute whim, he decided to attend a job fair at Manhattan, where he visited the J.P. Morgan booth. Before he knew it, Minaya was working in investment banking and mergers and acquisitions for J.P. Morgan.
Despite that success, Minaya felt uncertain about his career path. Many of his colleagues were applying to graduate business schools, and he felt compelled to do the same. He was accepted to the Amos Tuck Business School at Dartmouth College, which he attended as a Robert Toigo Fellow.
Dartmouth and its New Hampshire location offered new experiences and a change in scenery for the native New Yorker.
> “I became the hockey intramural team captain, even though I had never played hockey before,†he laughs.
Minaya attained an MBA in general management after two full-time years at Tuck, graduating in 2000. This time, though, he had a better sense of what he wanted to do after graduation. He no longer wanted to advise people, as he had at J.P. Morgan. And while he landed a job with a top banking team at Merrill Lynch, Minaya knew that he wanted to directly manage and build wealth for his clients instead.
He shifted to the buy side at AIG Global Investment Management Group.
In 2004, Minaya’s career really took off. He joined TIAA (Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association of America) as a portfolio manager, helping run private markets. He climbed the corporate ladder over the years, ascending to the president of TIAA’s global real assets division. There, he developed investment capabilities across various areas, including real estate, infrastructure, and energy and led a dozen acquisitions for the company.
One of those acquisitions was Nuveen. Minaya joined Nuveen as chief investment officer in 2017, where he was responsible for delivering clients with diverse investment capabilities and solutions. He became Nuveen’s CEO in three years. During his stint as CEO, Minaya took Nuveen from $250 billion to over a trillion dollars of business and expanded its reach overseas, building a global platform that he’s extremely proud of.
Minaya enjoyed a 20-year run at TIAA, but in 2024, he felt that it was time for a change. He left Nuveen to join the Bank of New York Mellon Corporation (BNY) as the Global Head of Investments and Wealth. There, he oversees BNY’s two trillion-dollar investment and private banking businesses.
His résumé isn’t limited to asset management. He serves on the boards of multiple companies and charitable organizations, including Moody’s, the Investment Company Institute, and the Investment Committee of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. He’s also on the board of advisors at the Amos Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth and is chair of the Governing Board of Directors of the Robert Toigo Foundation.
In 2021, Minaya’s educational journey came full circle when he also joined the board of trustees at Manhattan University. He was recruited to the board by his fellow alumnus and the president of the New York Stock Exchange, Lynn Martin ’98.
Minaya will be honored at this year's [De La Salle Medal Dinner on Thursday, March 19](/giving/fundraising-events/dls-dinner). The De La Salle Medal Dinner is Manhattan University's premiere fundraising event generating support for student scholarships and other forms of student aid.
> “It’s extremely gratifying to be selected as an honoree,†he says. “Manhattan didn’t just give me a degree. It was always ingrained in me that education is your golden ticket. There’s a higher chance of me winning the lottery than someone with my background getting to where I’m at.â€
*As featured in the Fall 2025 issue of [Manhattan Magazine](/news/manhattan-magazine).*
By By Matthew Perrino • Jan 27, 2026
[New York City](/news?category=237)
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title: "Lisa Daley ’93 Helping NYC's Most Vulnerable"
url: "/news/archive/2026/01/lisa-daley-helping-nyc-most-vulnerable"
type: article
date: 2026-01-12
updated: 2026-04-13
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# Lisa Daley ’93 Helping NYC's Most Vulnerable
# Lisa Daley ’93 Helping NYC's Most Vulnerable
Lisa Daley ’93 traces an unconventional journey from Jamaican immigrant and Division I athlete to lawyer, nurse, and newly appointed New York City Family Court judge. Driven by a lifelong commitment to service, she brings compassion, lived experience, and interdisciplinary expertise to some of the city’s most vulnerable communities.
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Along that journey, after graduating with a bachelor’s degree in history from MU, she went on to earn law and nursing degrees, as well. Now, following a distinguished career as a lawyer and several years as a registered nurse, Daley is stepping into her newest and most high- proï¬le role, as a New York City Family Court judge.
> “It’s not lost on me that, as a Black woman and an immigrant woman, I’m still a minority within the judiciary,†she says. “I’m looking forward to being more impactful and having a more far-reaching effect on my community by the work that I’m going to be able to do.â€
Daley's family immigrated from Jamaica to the United States in 1989. Right away, she enrolled at Bronx Community College, where she was a standout sprinter on the track and field team. Fortuitously, her coach was a Jasper — Lesleigh Hogg ’70. He suggested that she complete her degree at Manhattan, where she would compete at the Division I level.
> “College was still a period of assimilation and of culture shock for me,†she recalls. “My track and field teammates were my home, my friends.â€
Daley’s career goal was to become a lawyer. But, having admired her mother’s work as a registered nurse, she also felt drawn to the nursing field. The two lines of work seemed diametrically opposed. With law school in mind, she pursued a major in history and a minor in religious studies, becoming the first person in her family to graduate from college.
Daley quickly secured a paralegal position in the garnishment and subpoena unit at Prudential Securities.
> “I did not know what garnishment was, or what a subpoena was,†she says. “But I thought, ‘I’m going to learn.’†Her interviewer happened to be Joseph McGill ’85, J.D. “He was also a track person, so that helped.â€
After a year at Prudential, Daley took the LSAT and was accepted to Touro Law Center on Long Island, which she attended full time from 1994-97. She was admitted to the New York State bar in 1998 and was hired by the New York City Administration for Children’s Services (ACS). She sometimes dealt with cases that involved hospital records. The experience reignited her interest in nursing.
> “I was working on cases of abuse and neglect,†she says. “I thought, ‘I could use nursing in this way. Why I don’t I go back to school?’â€
It took several more years for her to act on that urge. In the meantime, after three years at the ACS, she took a position in the family law department at District Council 37 (DC37) Municipal Employees Legal Services Plan, New York City’s largest public employee union. There, she represented city employees in family court on a wide range of cases involving visitation, child support, paternity, orders of protection and other issues.
In 2012, while working at DC37 full time, she began attending a night and weekend nursing program through the Montefiore School of Nursing. She earned her associate degree in nursing, then went on to receive her bachelor’s degree in nursing through an online program at Chamberlain University.
After almost 16 years of service at DC37, she obtained a full-time nursing position at NYU Langone, where she worked for a surgical intensive care unit and later as a risk manager, which was particularly suited to her unique skill set. However, the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic brought into stark relief the need for her services in family court.
> “When people are locked into their homes \[as they were during the pandemic\], domestic violence and child abuse cases surged,†she explains. “This is because work is respite for a survivor of domestic violence. School is respite for a child who might be abused or neglected at home or not getting adequate food.â€
She returned to the legal field as a managing attorney for the family law department at My Sister’s Place, a Westchester County agency that provides services to survivors of human trafficking and domestic violence.
> “I wanted to marry both my nursing and my family court experience together and use it to serve my community and help people,†she says. “That’s just how I’m wired.â€
Daley next set her sights on becoming a judge. With that in mind, she became a court attorney referee in Bronx Family Court.
> “In that role, I did everything that a judge does: conference cases, had trials, wrote decisions, issued orders,†she explains. “You could only do all of these things with the consent of the litigants.â€
She submitted her application to the mayor’s committee on the judiciary in New York City, and was appointed to the family court bench in December 2024. Her term took effect on January 1, 2025.
Reflecting on this demanding, yet immensely rewarding, new phase of her career, Daley is excited about the positive impact that she can have.
> “I’m looking forward to being able to help my community, to be more impactful by the work that I’m going to be able to do,†she says. “I’m super excited about that.â€
Daley also contributes to the legal profession through membership in various New York State and Westchester County bar associations. She was recently elected president of the Westchester Black Bar Association.
As if all that weren’t enough, Daley continues to compete — and win — at a high level as a track and field athlete. She competes internationally and has set numerous records as a sprinter and hurdler, winning 25 USA Track & Field titles in her career. Her achievements were recognized by Manhattan University in 2016, when she was inducted into the Athletic Hall of Fame.
*As featured in the Fall 2025 issue of [Manhattan Magazine](/news/manhattan-magazine).*
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title: "Manhattan University Student Receives Prestigious Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship"
url: "/news/archive/2026/01/student-receives-prestigious-benjamin-a-gilman-scholarship"
type: article
date: 2026-01-23
updated: 2026-04-13
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# Manhattan University Student Receives Prestigious Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship
# Manhattan University Student Receives Prestigious Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship
Manhattan University senior David Pozo has been awarded the U.S. Department of State’s Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship, supporting Pell Grant recipients who study abroad. The scholarship will take Pozo to Argentina following his graduation in May.
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Manhattan University proudly announced that David Pozo was awarded the prestigious U.S. Department of State’s Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship through the Institute of International Education at the State Department.
According to the Department’s website, the Gilman Scholarship “…supports students of limited financial means to study or intern abroad, providing them with skills critical to our national security and economic prosperity.â€
Applicants must be receiving a Federal Pell Grant during the time of their applications.
Pozo, a Bronx, NY native and a first generation college student, is a senior at Manhattan University majoring in criminology and minoring in computer science; upon graduation in May, he plans on getting his Masters at John Jay College of Criminal Justice with a focus on forensics and cybersecurity. In addition to the Gilman Scholarship, he was accepted into the America On Tech program, a highly selective initiative designed to provide technical training and career development opportunities to under-represented students, and was the recipient of a Higher Education Opportunity Program scholarship. In addition to his academic credentials, Pozo has been involved in competitive chess since childhood.
> According to Pozo, “Chess taught me discipline, critical thinking, and accountability. These translated directly into my academic and personal development. I learned how to break down complex systems, anticipate outcomes, and remain composed in high pressure situations.â€
Frederick Bonato, Ph.D., President of Manhattan University stated: “This is such a wonderful opportunity for David. The Gilman Scholarships are well-known for the broadening experience they offer students, and I know that David will take full advantage of studying in a foreign country and all that it offers.â€
Pozo’s studies through the Gilman Scholarship will take him to Argentina shortly after his graduation from Manhattan University.
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**About Manhattan University**
Founded in 1853, Manhattan University is an independent Lasallian Catholic institution located in Riverdale, NY that embraces students of all faiths, cultures, and traditions. The mission of the University is to provide a dynamic student-centered educational experience that prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings. Manhattan University offers programs that integrate a broad liberal arts education coupled with a concentration in specific disciplines in the arts and sciences with professional preparation in business and engineering, ensuring graduates will excel in their chosen fields. The University consists of the Kakos School of Arts & Sciences, the O’Malley School of Business, and the School of Engineering. For further information, please visit [www.manhattan.edu](http://www.manhattan.edu).
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title: "Dr. Anthony D. Mercando ’76 to Inaugurate ARCHtalk Series at Manhattan University"
url: "/news/archive/2026/02/dr-anthony-d-mercando-76-to-inaugurate-archtalk-series"
type: article
date: 2026-02-04
updated: 2026-04-13
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# Dr. Anthony D. Mercando ’76 to Inaugurate ARCHtalk Series at Manhattan University
# Dr. Anthony D. Mercando ’76 to Inaugurate ARCHtalk Series at Manhattan University
Manhattan University launches the ARCHtalk series with Dr. Anthony D. Mercando ’76. The lecture titled, “AI in Health Care: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly†will take place on Thursday, February 26 at 5:00pm in Kelly Commons on the Manhattan University campus.
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Manhattan University proudly announces the inaugural lecture in its ARCHtalk series by Anthony D. Mercando, M.D. Dr. Mercando is a 1976 summa cum laude graduate of the University with a degree in electrical engineering. He then went on to earn his medical degree from Harvard Medical School and the Harvard-MIT Division of Health Sciences and Technology.
The lecture titled, “**AI in Health Care: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly**†will take place on Thursday, February 26 at 5:00 p.m. in Kelly Commons on the Manhattan University campus. The lecture is open to the general public at no cost.
Dr. Mercando is a practicing cardiologist at White Plains Hospital Medical Center and White Plains Hospital Physician Associates as well as the Director of AI Strategy at the hospital. He completed his internal medicine internship, residency (serving as Chief Resident), and fellowship in clinical cardiology at Montefiore Medical Center, Bronx, NY and has practiced in Westchester County for over 35 years. He is board-certified in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease and is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association as well as a member of the Heart Rhythm Society.
Dr. Mercando served as Clinical Professor of Medicine at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine and Associate Clinical Professor of Medicine at Columbia University. He has maintained an interest in technology in medicine throughout his career and serves as an independent consultant in medical information technology, medical data analytics, and artificial intelligence and machine learning in medicine.
He has authored or co-authored over 50 articles published in peer-reviewed publications, with topics ranging from angiographic coronary artery disease and heart failure to ventricular tachycardia and complex ventricular arrhythmias.
Dr. Mercando and his wife, Lee-Ann, are residents of Bronxville, NY; they have four children.
Bridget Chalk, Ph.D., Interim Provost and Professor of English at Manhattan University, stated,
> “We are thrilled to have Dr. Mercando as our first speaker in the ARCHtalk series. He is the quintessential example of interdisciplinary study yielding exceptional results. As both an engineer and medical doctor, he brings extensive knowledge, extraordinary curiosity, and years of experience to his work in medicine and AI.â€
This ARCHtalk is the first in a series sponsored by the Manhattan University [ARCH Exchange](/academics/arch/index) (Analytics, Research, Creativity, Humanity), a bold new initiative incorporating interdisciplinary collaboration plugged into real-world solutions. This approach aims to develop the skills that will allow Manhattan University students to continually adapt to the challenging and evolving employment arena as well as enhancing their overall sense of being a well-rounded individual.
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**About Manhattan University**
Founded in 1853, Manhattan University is an independent Lasallian Catholic institution located in Riverdale, NY that embraces students of all faiths, cultures, and traditions. The mission of the University is to provide a dynamic student-centered educational experience that prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings. Manhattan University offers programs that integrate a broad liberal arts education coupled with a concentration in specific disciplines in the arts and sciences with professional preparation in business and engineering, ensuring graduates will excel in their chosen fields. The University consists of the Kakos School of Arts & Sciences, the O’Malley School of Business, and the School of Engineering. For further information, please visit [www.manhattan.edu](http://www.manhattan.edu).
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title: "Walter Saukin, Ph.D., Impacting Generations of Engineers"
url: "/news/archive/2026/02/forty-eight-years-walter-saukin-manhattan-university"
type: article
date: 2026-02-12
updated: 2026-04-13
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# Walter Saukin, Ph.D., Impacting Generations of Engineers
# Walter Saukin, Ph.D., Impacting Generations of Engineers
For nearly five decades, Walter Saukin, Ph.D., has shaped generations of engineers at Manhattan University. From pioneering summer STEM outreach programs to leading in environmental engineering, his legacy is defined by access, excellence, and service.
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That’s how long Walter Saukin, Ph.D., associate professor of civil and environmental engineering, has been teaching at Manhattan University. During that time, he’s become a distinguished member of the engineering field, instructing future generations of engineers while earning several honors in the process.
Saukin’s journey began in the South Bronx, where he was raised. Both of his parents had emigrated to America to build a new and better life, his father from Russia and his mother from Poland. “I was that new life,†Saukin reflects. “I had an obligation to do my best and prove to my parents that their work and effort wasn’t for naught.â€
His father told him that he couldn’t wash cars and shine shoes as a child, implying that his son should be doing something more with his life. But Saukin struggled with reading, which hurt his self-esteem and made him feel socially disconnected. In sixth grade, however, his teacher asked him to stay after school for extra help, and his reading quickly improved. He graduated from junior high school at the top of his class, and repeated this achievement at Morris High School.
> “I knew I wasn’t just competing with students,†Saukin says. “I also felt like I was competing against families — students who had resources, parental guidance and modern technology — things I never really had growing up.â€
>
> Because of this, attending college had never felt like a real possibility during his childhood. His strong grades, however, changed that perception.
Saukin enrolled in the City College of New York. He pursued engineering, allured by the challenge of the field and encouraged by his stellar grades in both math and science. In elementary school, he and his friends would assemble their own scooters using wooden crates, 2x4s and roller skates. Now it was time to apply that interest in engineering at the collegiate level. Saukin proved to be a dedicated student, completing the five-year program in four-and-one half years.
After graduating in 1966, he continued at City College for graduate school and pursued the area of engineering that, in his view, had the greatest problems and the highest demand. That area was fluids and environment, which focuses largely on pollution and contamination. He married his wife Olga, who he had met years before at a New Jersey resort, in 1969. Two years after that, in 1971, Saukin graduated from City College with a Ph.D. in engineering.
That year also marked the beginning of Saukin’s long and storied career. Drawn to the environment of higher education, he decided to pursue a teaching career in engineering. He applied to many higher education institutions, but despite his credentials, only one university responded to him: the civil engineering department in Lafayette College, located in Eastern Pennsylvania. Saukin accepted the role — and also the arduous commute that came with it. On Mondays, he would leave his wife and their home in Brooklyn at 4:00 a.m., arriving at Lafayette College by 6:00 a.m. After teaching for the day, he would stay overnight in an apartment that he was renting near Lafayette. On Tuesdays, he would teach his courses and then commute back to Brooklyn to spend the night back at home.
Saukin would repeat this cycle every day for the next six years, teaching various engineering courses such as structures, solids and lab classes. He also worked at an engineering consulting firm in Allenton, Pennsylvania, assessing engineering problems and offering solutions.
In 1972 Saukin attended one of Manhattan University’s summer programs to learn more about the recently passed Clean Water Act, a law that would require all sanitary treatment plants to have secondary wastewater treatment, monitoring associated water bodies’ quality. This experience sparked Saukin’s interest in summer programs, a passion that would profoundly impact his career. The following year, he attended a summer program on ground water modeling at Princeton University. Through this program, Saukin became involved in Princeton’s water resources program. He consulted on various projects to clean ground water contamination, an area that generated much attention after the United States passed the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act in 1976.
During his summer breaks from Lafayette, Saukin worked as a consultant at Princeton. In 1977, he left Lafayette to search for new opportunities. A friend advised him to reach out to Professor William Brown, Manhattan’s head of civil engineering. Brown wound up hiring him as an assistant professor. Saukin has been teaching civil engineering at Manhattan University ever since. He was promoted to associate professor in 1981. From 1995 to 2003, he served as chair of the Civil Engineering department, running the graduate and undergraduate programs. During that time, he ensured that the curriculum was comprehensive and met top academic and industry expectations.
Over the years, Saukin has contributed immensely to the field of engineering. During the early 1980s, he ran the National Engineering Environmental Conference on behalf of Manhattan University and the American Society of Civil Engineers. Around that same time, he also became executive secretary of the New York Water Environment Association. Serving as the executive arm of the board of directors, he generated quarterly issues of the association’s Clear Waters magazine, coordinated two annual meetings, and tracked memberships.
Although he left the position in 1988, Saukin spent the next 30 years helping orchestrate Water Environment student chapters, which he had created and written into the association’s bylaws. He set up chapters across New York colleges, including Stony Brook University, New York University, Columbia University, and many others. He also raised the money that would allow Manhattan students to join the association for free. Additionally, Saukin helped create the Fire Engineering program during the early 1980s. This provided fire protection information and held exhibits and technical sessions where industry professionals could present their developments and creations.
Saukin considers his greatest achievement to be his three children: his daughter Tamara and his two sons, Walter and Jonathan. Tamara, a gifted athlete and musician who was invited to participate in a master class at the Manhattan School of Music at the age of 10, became a doctor working in family medicine. Meanwhile, both Walter and Jonathan followed in their father’s footsteps and studied civil engineering at Manhattan before going on to attain law degrees from St. John’s University. Both now work as lawyers in the engineering field.
It was 1982, however, when Saukin created what he calls one of his most significant professional contributions. By this time, he had learned how to move through a system where education, technology, and industry were continuously evolving at a rapid rate — but Saukin never forgot his roots.
“It was time to go back to the neighborhoods to share what I had learned,†he explains. “There were so many single-parent households, immigrant families like mine, and families working so hard that just didn’t have the time or resources. At the same time, the engineering industry had an ever-increasing demand for manpower. This is how my summer program came to be.â€
Saukin began a summer program geared toward female and minority high school students. It offered additional educational opportunities to women and people of color and introduced them to various branches of engineering and different degree combinations.
> “The institution you attend will have major lifelong implications,†Saukin says. “I wanted to offer potential students a chance to explore the engineering field before committing to it.â€
In his approach, Saukin saw himself in every student and felt the hopes of the parents for their children. He wanted to ensure that no one was ever overlooked. He continues to follow that approach today.
He has been running this program, now called the Summer Engineering Awareness Program, for the last 43 years. It is open to any high school student, with approximately 100 students participating every summer. Over the last 43 years, Saukin has raised money through industry grants and donations from engineering companies, corporations and nonprofits to allow students to attend his summer programs for free.
> “These programs are a humanitarian service,†he says. “They show the spirit of the institution. That’s what makes Manhattan University so different.â€
According to Saukin, over the past 10 years, of the 1,000 students who have participated in the program, 94% have continued on to pursue a STEM major, with 83% pursuing an engineering degree. Even more impressive, 20 to 30 participants end up enrolling at Manhattan University each year.
> “As we recruit students, the industry is recruiting manpower,†Saukin notes. “I realized a need for that way back in ’82 before anyone else thought about it.â€
Just a few years ago, his programs were evaluated on a national basis by Roots, a nonprofit that assesses summer programs for indigenous students and students of color. Roots ranked Manhattan’s high school program in the top 10 for U.S. high school outreach summer programs.
Over the years, Saukin has been duly honored for his contributions to the field of engineering. In 1994 the nonprofit ACE (Architecture Construction Engineering) Mentor Program of Greater New York was created to introduce engineering to high school students. Saukin was asked to join the board of directors, and in 2006, he was named the ACE Faculty Member of the Year. There have been many other honors bestowed upon him. In 2015, he was inducted into the hall of fame of the New York Water Environment Association for his contributions to the organization and its objectives. A year later, he received the New York Building Foundation Recognition Award for his summer programs and for promoting the engineering profession. In 2024, Saukin received the Chairs Award from the American Council of Engineering Companies of New York. Most recently, in the spring of 2025, Saukin received one of his greatest honors when he was named an affiliate member of the Institute of the Brothers of the Christian Schools, the highest honor bestowed by the Brothers.
Saukin remains optimistic about the future of engineering. “The skillsets associated with engineering are generally marketable,†he says. “We live in a technical society, and our skillsets now need to be technically based.†Not even the emergence of artificial intelligence has shaken Saukin’s spirits. “Historically, engineers have used AI to create computer models to solve sophisticated problems,†he explains. “So AI is really nothing new to an engineer.â€
After 48 years at Manhattan University, Saukin has no plans for stopping. “As long as the flesh is functional and the spirit is strong, I plan to keep working,†he laughs. In the 2025-26 academic year, he’ll be teaching Material Labs, where students test metals, concrete, and the nature of materials. He also plans to continue helping students with his summer programs, though he is working with professors to carry on these programs in his eventual retirement. He’s also trying to set up an endowment to help support the program going forward.
> “Manhattan was the first place where I felt like mind, body and spirit came together,†he reflects. “This is where I was always meant to be. You can feel like your spirit has found a home.â€
*As featured in the Fall 2025 issue of [Manhattan Magazine](/news/manhattan-magazine).*
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title: "A Jasper Engineer’s Journey from Grenada to Manhattan University"
url: "/news/archive/2026/02/solange-thomas-dowden-jasper-engineers-journey"
type: article
date: 2026-02-02
updated: 2026-04-13
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# A Jasper Engineer’s Journey from Grenada to Manhattan University
# A Jasper Engineer’s Journey from Grenada to Manhattan University
Originally from Grenada, Solange Thomas Dowden ’26 charts a global path to Manhattan University, blending chemical engineering, cosmetic science, and entrepreneurship. Her journey reflects a commitment to innovation, problem-solving, and creating impact across industries and cultures.
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It’s been a fascinating road to Manhattan University for Solange Thomas Dowden ’26 (M.S.). Originally from the Caribbean island of Grenada, Dowden has an innate curiosity for how things are made and a desire to create useful products from raw materials.
> “Engineering felt like the perfect pathway to turn that interest into impact,†she says.
>
> “Engineers are problem solvers. We take abstract ideas and turn them into tangible solutions that improve quality of life, drive innovation, and address some of the world’s biggest challenges.â€
Dowden began her studies at T.A. Marryshow Community College in Grenada, attaining an associate degree in natural sciences in 2015. She then received a scholarship to McMaster University in Ontario, Canada, where she pursued a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering.
> “Chemical engineering was the ideal blend of my two academic passions — chemistry and mathematics,†she explains.
Chemical engineering also aligned with her long-term goal of working in the cosmetics and pharmaceutical industries.
> “I was just drawn to the cosmetic industry. It’s where science directly improves people’s everyday lives.â€
Upon graduation in 2021, Dowden obtained a position as a formulation/cosmetic chemist at Deciem Inc., the Toronto-based parent company of cosmetic brands The Ordinary and Niod. In that role, Dowden focused on product development from concept to formulation to pilot.
She later transitioned into a process innovation chemist, where she was responsible for scaling formulations, optimizing processes, and supporting the commercial launch of multiple skincare products.
Although she had landed a role in the cosmetics industry, Dowden says:
> “I wanted to create something that merged my love for culture with my passion for logistics and client service.â€
She had also identified a gap in the market back home in Grenada — a need for services that could better support travelers and carnival-goers. This inspired Dowden to found her own company, Valini Carnival Concierge & Courier, in 2023.
> “Entrepreneurship has always been part of who I am,†she says.
>
> “Founding my own company allowed me to channel my creativity into building experiences for others while solving real-world problems.â€
Valini provides seasonal, premium concierge services for travelers during the Spicemas Carnival season, a 10-day celebration of Grenada culture and music held every August.
As founder and director, Dowden oversees operations including vendor relationships, strategic planning, client management, and logistics coordination. During peak season, the company employs 10–15 team members, including drivers and couriers.
Dowden believes that her training in chemical engineering shaped her approach to problem-solving, systems design, and process efficiency.
Dowden continued to juggle her role as process innovation chemist until 2024, when she decided to earn a master’s degree.
> “I wanted to challenge myself academically and professionally,†she explains.
>
> “Pursuing a master’s was a way to upskill, deepen my expertise, and position myself for larger opportunities in industries I’m passionate about.â€
Manhattan University immediately stood out during Dowden’s search for a master’s program, thanks to its unique concentration in cosmetic engineering.
> “That’s something very few programs offer,†she says.
>
> “It was the perfect fit for my career aspirations.â€
Valini is currently on pause and will be operational during its seasonal dates, allowing Dowden to focus on her studies during the academic year. She works as a graduate assistant on campus during the day and takes classes at night.
Her studies in cosmetic engineering have strengthened her technical foundation, while sharpening her critical thinking and ability to collaborate across disciplines.
Dowden expects to graduate from Manhattan University with her master’s in 2026. After graduation, she hopes to secure a full-time role in the cosmetics industry, ideally within research and design or production.
> “My goal is to contribute to innovative product development while applying both my academic training and entrepreneurial experience.â€
*As featured in the Fall 2025 issue of [Manhattan Magazine](/news/manhattan-magazine).*
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title: "Two Manhattan University Alums Elected to Prestigious National Academy of Engineering"
url: "/news/archive/2026/02/two-manhattan-university-alums-elected-to-prestigious-national-academy-of-engineering"
type: article
date: 2026-02-19
updated: 2026-04-13
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# Two Manhattan University Alums Elected to Prestigious National Academy of Engineering
# Two Manhattan University Alums Elected to Prestigious National Academy of Engineering
Manhattan University proudly announced that two of its graduates – Milo Riverso, ’81, Ph.D., P.E., and Thomas Z. Scarangello, ’79 and ‘82, P.E., have been elected to the National Academy of Engineering (NAE) Class of 2026.
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Manhattan University proudly announced that two of its graduates – Milo Riverso, ’81, Ph.D., P.E., and Thomas Z. Scarangello, ’79 and ‘82, P.E., have been elected to the National Academy of Engineering (NAE) Class of 2026. Election to the prestigious organization is among the highest professional distinctions awarded to an engineer in the U.S.
> According to the NAE website, membership recognizes those who have made outstanding contributions to “…engineering research, practice, or education….and to the pioneering of new and developing fields of technology, making major advancements in traditional fields of engineering, or developing/implementing innovative approaches to engineering education.â€
Part of the National Academy of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM), NAE’s mission is to advance the welfare and prosperity of the nation by recognizing the expertise of the most accomplished engineers.
**Milo Riverso**, a 1981 graduate of Manhattan University as well as its 21st President, is a senior executive with over 45 years’ experience leading complex organizations in program management, design, construction, and education.
As the President of Manhattan, he oversaw the transition from a college to a university, among other accomplishments. He is a past President and CEO of STV Group, Inc., where he oversaw a workforce of 2,300 and drove exponential growth in revenue, ultimately leading to a landmark partnership with The Pritzker Group.
Prior to his tenure at STV, he was the President and CEO of the New York City School Construction Authority where he transformed the infrastructure serving over one million students. Riverso served as Chair of the National Academy of Construction, the Construction Management Association of America (CMAA), the New York Building Congress, and holds executive leadership positions with the National ACE Mentor Board and Columbia University’s Center for Buildings, Infrastructure, and Public Spaces.
He is a registered Professional Engineer with master’s and Ph.D. degrees from Purdue University. He stated, “I am deeply humbled by this recognition and attribute this accomplishment to the rigorous academic training I received at Manhattan University and Purdue University which laid the foundations for a wonderful career.â€
**Thomas Z. Scarangello**, who holds both bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Manhattan University and a Professional Degree in Engineering Mechanics from Columbia University, is a Managing Principal and Senior Advisor at Thornton Tomasetti (TT) – a firm that optimizes the design and performance of structures, materials, and systems for projects of varying sizes and complexities.
He served as TT’s Chairman and CEO for over a decade and guided its expansion into advanced digital practice, automation, and integrated project delivery. Scarangello has been responsible for many of the world’s most complex and recognizable building projects, including long-span stadium and arenas, high-rise towers, and resilient infrastructure.
He is a past Chair of the New York Building Congress; a member of the National Academy of Construction as well as the Structural Engineering Association of New York; a Trustee of St. Patrick’s Cathedral; a member of the Board of Advisors of Columbia University’s Center for Buildings, Infrastructure, and Public Spaces; on the Board of Directors of the Urban Design Forum, and a member of the Board of Trustees at Manhattan University.
> Scarangello stated, “I am deeply honored to be elected to the National Academy of Engineering. Manhattan University played an important role in shaping my early foundation as an engineer, and I was fortunate to follow in the footsteps of mentors such as Charlie Thornton and Richard Tomasetti, both Manhattan alumni and NAE members whose leadership and commitment to engineering excellence had a profound influence on my career.â€
Frederick Bonato, Ph.D., President of Manhattan University, stated, “It is an honor to add Milo and Tom to the ranks of Manhattan graduates who have received this high recognition in the engineering community. We are so very proud of their accomplishments and the contributions each of them has made to the engineering profession and to Manhattan University.â€
> Echoed NAE President, Tsu-Jae Liu, “Election to the National Academy of Engineering is the highest professional honor accorded to an engineer in the United States. It recognizes engineers whose technical achievements and leadership have made a lasting impact.â€
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**About Manhattan University**
Founded in 1853, Manhattan University is an independent Lasallian Catholic institution located in Riverdale, NY that embraces students of all faiths, cultures, and traditions. The mission of the University is to provide a dynamic student-centered educational experience that prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings. Manhattan University offers programs that integrate a broad liberal arts education coupled with a concentration in specific disciplines in the arts and sciences with professional preparation in business and engineering, ensuring graduates will excel in their chosen fields. The University consists of the Kakos School of Arts & Sciences, the O’Malley School of Business, and the School of Engineering. For further information, please visit [www.manhattan.edu](http://www.manhattan.edu).
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title: "ARCHtalk Series Debuts with Dr. Anthony D. Mercando’s “AI in Health Care: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly”"
url: "/news/archive/2026/03/dr-anthony-d-mercando-76-to-inaugurate-archtalk-series"
type: article
date: 2026-03-02
updated: 2026-04-13
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# ARCHtalk Series Debuts with Dr. Anthony D. Mercando’s “AI in Health Care: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly”
# ARCHtalk Series Debuts with Dr. Anthony D. Mercando’s “AI in Health Care: The Good, the Bad, and the Uglyâ€
Manhattan University’s inaugural lecture in its ARCHtalk series by Anthony D. Mercando, M.D., titled “AI in Health Care: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly,†was held on Thursday, February 26, at Manhattan University. Dr. Mercando is a 1976 summa cum laude graduate of the University with a degree in electrical engineering. He then went on to earn his medical degree from Harvard Medical School and the Harvard-MIT Division of Health Sciences and Technology.
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Manhattan University’s inaugural lecture in its ARCHtalk series by Anthony D. Mercando, M.D., titled “AI in Health Care: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly,†was held on **Thursday, February 26**, at Manhattan University. Dr. Mercando is a 1976 summa cum laude graduate of the University with a degree in electrical engineering. He then went on to earn his medical degree from Harvard Medical School and the Harvard-MIT Division of Health Sciences and Technology.
A recording of the event is available below and on the [Manhattan University YouTube](https://youtu.be/aGR3C5M3Elw?si=oI-0-y7hG0l3Pf23) channel.
[Embedded Video](https://www.youtube.com/embed/aGR3C5M3Elw?si=ZzObnpjtpMXBH1yq%22)
Dr. Mercando is a practicing cardiologist at White Plains Hospital Medical Center and White Plains Hospital Physician Associates as well as the Director of AI Strategy at the hospital. He completed his internal medicine internship, residency (serving as Chief Resident), and fellowship in clinical cardiology at Montefiore Medical Center, Bronx, NY and has practiced in Westchester County for over 35 years. He is board-certified in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease and is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association as well as a member of the Heart Rhythm Society.
Dr. Mercando served as Clinical Professor of Medicine at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine and Associate Clinical Professor of Medicine at Columbia University. He has maintained an interest in technology in medicine throughout his career and serves as an independent consultant in medical information technology, medical data analytics, and artificial intelligence and machine learning in medicine.
He has authored or co-authored over 50 articles published in peer-reviewed publications, with topics ranging from angiographic coronary artery disease and heart failure to ventricular tachycardia and complex ventricular arrhythmias.
Dr. Mercando and his wife, Lee-Ann, are residents of Bronxville, NY; they have four children.
Bridget Chalk, Ph.D., Interim Provost and Professor of English at Manhattan University, stated,
> “We are thrilled to have Dr. Mercando as our first speaker in the ARCHtalk series. He is the quintessential example of interdisciplinary study yielding exceptional results. As both an engineer and medical doctor, he brings extensive knowledge, extraordinary curiosity, and years of experience to his work in medicine and AI.â€
This ARCHtalk is the first in a series sponsored by the Manhattan University [ARCH Exchange](/academics/arch/index) (Analytics, Research, Creativity, Humanity), a bold new initiative incorporating interdisciplinary collaboration plugged into real-world solutions. This approach aims to develop the skills that will allow Manhattan University students to continually adapt to the challenging and evolving employment arena as well as enhancing their overall sense of being a well-rounded individual.
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**About Manhattan University**
Founded in 1853, Manhattan University is an independent Lasallian Catholic institution located in Riverdale, NY that embraces students of all faiths, cultures, and traditions. The mission of the University is to provide a dynamic student-centered educational experience that prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings. Manhattan University offers programs that integrate a broad liberal arts education coupled with a concentration in specific disciplines in the arts and sciences with professional preparation in business and engineering, ensuring graduates will excel in their chosen fields. The University consists of the Kakos School of Arts & Sciences, the O’Malley School of Business, and the School of Engineering. For further information, please visit [www.manhattan.edu](http://www.manhattan.edu).
[Academics](/news?category=232)
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title: "Dr. Lawrence Udeigwe named as Director of Integrative Programs for ARCH Initiative"
url: "/news/archive/2026/03/dr-lawrence-udeigwe-director-integrative-programs-arch-initiative"
type: article
date: 2026-03-27
updated: 2026-04-13
---
# Dr. Lawrence Udeigwe named as Director of Integrative Programs for ARCH Initiative
# Dr. Lawrence Udeigwe named as Director of Integrative Programs for ARCH Initiative
Manhattan University welcomes Dr. Lawrence Udeigwe as Director of Integrative Programs for the ARCH Innovation Exchange, supporting interdisciplinary majors and innovation.
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Manhattan University is pleased to announce the appointment of [Dr. Lawrence Udeigwe](//Campus%20Directory/lawrence-udeigwe) as Director of Integrative Programs under the [ARCH Innovation Exchange](/academics/arch/index).
ARCH, which stands for Analytics, Research, Creativity and Humanity, is a campus-wide approach to learning that combines the foundations from the University’s three schools – the [Kakos School of Arts and Sciences](/academics/schools-and-departments/kakos/index), the [O’Malley School of Business](/academics/schools-and-departments/school-of-business/index), and the [School of Engineering](/academics/schools-and-departments/school-of-engineering/index). Launched in the fall of 2025, the ARCH initiative fosters problem-solving, leadership and innovation through a dynamic ecosystem of design-based learning, entrepreneurship and cross-sector partnerships.
In his new role, Dr. Udeigwe will provide academic leadership and coordination for interdisciplinary degree programs and initiatives administered through ARCH. Working closely with faculty, department chairs and deans, he will support the development, oversight and assessment of interdisciplinary majors, minors and other credentials. Over the past year, Dr. Udeigwe led the development of new interdisciplinary majors in Data Science and Computational Neuroscience, which are currently in approval stages.
He will also help guide the ARCH Faculty Fellows program and support the continued development of innovative interdisciplinary learning opportunities aligned with our institutional priorities and emerging workforce needs.
In addition, Dr. Udeigwe will advance initiatives such as ARCH Talks, visiting scholars and external partnerships, helping position ARCH as a distinctive model for transdisciplinary education and collaboration.
As a Professor of Mathematics at Manhattan and a Research Affiliate in Brain and Cognitive Sciences at MIT, Dr. Udeigwe's work exemplifies the spirit of the ARCH Innovation Exchange. His interdisciplinary research spans differential equations, dynamical systems and computational neuroscience, with a focus on mathematical models of learning, perception and neural systems and their connections to machine learning and artificial intelligence. Along with his scholarly work, he is an accomplished jazz musician whose creative practice explores the relationships among mathematics, perception and artistic expression.
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**About Manhattan University**
Founded in 1853, Manhattan University is an independent Lasallian Catholic institution located in Riverdale, NY that embraces students of all faiths, cultures, and traditions. The mission of the University is to provide a dynamic student-centered educational experience that prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings. Manhattan University offers programs that integrate a broad liberal arts education coupled with a concentration in specific disciplines in the arts and sciences with professional preparation in business and engineering, ensuring graduates will excel in their chosen fields. The University consists of the Kakos School of Arts & Sciences, the O’Malley School of Business, and the School of Engineering. For further information, please visit [www.manhattan.edu](http://www.manhattan.edu).
[Research](/news?category=239)
[Academics](/news?category=232)
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title: "Manhattan University Announces Inaugural ARCH Innovation Exchange Faculty Fellows"
url: "/news/archive/2026/03/inaugural-arch-innovation-exchange-faculty-fellows"
type: article
date: 2026-03-09
updated: 2026-04-13
---
# Manhattan University Announces Inaugural ARCH Innovation Exchange Faculty Fellows
# Manhattan University Announces Inaugural ARCH Innovation Exchange Faculty Fellows
Eight Manhattan University faculty members have been named the inaugural ARCH Innovation Exchange Faculty Fellows. Their projects will foster new interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation across the University.
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Manhattan University today announced its inaugural class of Faculty Fellows for the [*ARCH Innovation Exchange*](/academics/arch/index). ARCH, which stands for Analytics, Research, Creativity, and Humanity, is a campus-wide approach to learning that combines the foundations from the University’s three schools – the [Kakos School of Arts and Sciences](/academics/schools-and-departments/kakos/index), the [O’Malley School of Business](/academics/schools-and-departments/school-of-business/index), and the [School of Engineering](/academics/schools-and-departments/school-of-engineering/index). The projects will advance interdisciplinary collaboration, experiential learning, inclusive pedagogy, and innovative engagement with artificial intelligence.
The Fellows will embark on a range of projects, including:
- [J. Patrick Abulencia](//Campus%20Directory/james-abulencia) **(Chemical Engineering) – Entrepreneurship for Society** In collaboration with the Entrepreneurship Center in the O’Malley School of Business, Dr. Abulencia will develop a new course sequence designed to connect engineering education with service learning and community impact. The course will emphasize engineers’ responsibilities to serve society by applying technical expertise to real-world social challenges.
- **[Mehnaz Afridi](//Campus%20Directory/mehnaz-afridi) (Religion & Philosophy) & [Dr. Christie Gonzalez-Toro](//Campus%20Directory/christie-gonzalez-toro) (Kinesiology) – Embodied Learning, Inclusive Design** This interdisciplinary faculty workshop series will unite the humanities and sciences to advance inclusive teaching practices for students with sensory disabilities. Grounded in Universal Design for Learning principles, the initiative will provide practical, AI-resilient strategies for creating accessible, embodied learning environments.
- **[Lydia Crafts](/campus-directory/lcrafts01) (History) – Interdisciplinary Minor in Health Humanities** Dr. Crafts will lead the development of a new interdisciplinary minor in Health Humanities. The program will integrate perspectives from the humanities, social sciences, and health fields to examine the cultural, ethical, and social dimensions of health, illness, and public trust in medicine.
- **[Wafa Elmannai](//Campus%20Directory/Wafa-Elmannai) (Electrical & Computer Engineering) – Interdisciplinary AI Research Cohort** Dr. Elmannai will expand a proven mentorship model into a structured interdisciplinary AI research cohort. The program will prepare undergraduate and graduate students to become ethical, independent AI researchers through hands-on projects, AI ethics training, and external partnership development.
- **[Jay Friedenberg](//Campus%20Directory/jay-friedenberg) (Psychology) – Existential Risk Education Initiative** Dr. Friedenberg will launch an educational initiative focused on existential global risks, including climate change, pandemics, artificial intelligence governance and safety, and disinformation. The project includes a speaker series and long-term plans for expanded programming to equip students with the knowledge and critical tools needed to address emerging global threats.
- **[Mehdi Omidvar](//Campus%20Directory/momidvar01) (Civil Engineering) – Research Collaboration Database** Dr. Omidvar will design and implement a university-wide Research Collaboration Database to strengthen interdisciplinary research across the campus. The initiative will create searchable faculty research profiles and project databases, fostering discovery, collaboration, and more strategic use of institutional expertise and resources.
- **[Laura Redruello](//Campus%20Directory/laura-redruello) (Spanish) – International Academic Collaboration Initiative (COIL Model)** Dr. Redruello will establish a flexible infrastructure for Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL), connecting Manhattan University courses with global partner institutions. The initiative will embed international, team-based projects into existing curricula, promoting cross-cultural competency and global problem-solving.
This cohort of Fellows will be facilitated by [Dr. Lawrence Udeigwe](//Campus%20Directory/lawrence-udeigwe) (Math). Dr. Udeigwe’s expertise spans applied mathematics, machine learning, computational neuroscience, and music, and he has led innovative curriculum development and externally-funded research initiatives. [Bridget Chalk](//Campus%20Directory/bridget-chalk), Ph.D., Interim Provost and Professor of English at Manhattan University, stated,
> “ARCH is the embodiment of an academic framework that will prepare all our students to meet the challenges of the real world. The 2026 ARCH Faculty Fellows exemplify Manhattan University’s commitment to innovation, interdisciplinary, and transformative learning experiences.â€
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**About Manhattan University**
Founded in 1853, Manhattan University is an independent Lasallian Catholic institution located in Riverdale, NY that embraces students of all faiths, cultures, and traditions. The mission of the University is to provide a dynamic student-centered educational experience that prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings. Manhattan University offers programs that integrate a broad liberal arts education coupled with a concentration in specific disciplines in the arts and sciences with professional preparation in business and engineering, ensuring graduates will excel in their chosen fields. The University consists of the Kakos School of Arts & Sciences, the O’Malley School of Business, and the School of Engineering. For further information, please visit [www.manhattan.edu](http://www.manhattan.edu).
[Research](/news?category=239)
[Academics](/news?category=232)
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---
title: "Manhattan University Professor Daniel Savoy Named Paul Mellon Fellow"
url: "/news/archive/2026/04/manhattan-university-professor-named-paul-mellon-fellow"
type: article
date: 2026-04-10
updated: 2026-04-13
---
# Manhattan University Professor Daniel Savoy Named Paul Mellon Fellow
# Manhattan University Professor Daniel Savoy Named Paul Mellon Fellow
Daniel Savoy, Ph.D., has been named a Paul Mellon Fellow for 2026–2027, earning one of the nation’s most prestigious honors in art and architectural research.
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/**/ /**/ Manhattan University, the 173-year-old Lasallian Catholic institution, today announced that [Daniel Savoy, Ph.D.](//Campus%20Directory/daniel-savoy) has been appointed a Paul Mellon Fellow for the 2026-2027 academic year.
The appointment runs from mid-September 2026 through mid-May 2027 and carries with it a stipend of $50,000. This highly prestigious position is sponsored by The Center for Advanced Study in the Visual Arts, the premier institute for art and architectural research in the U.S. It is part of the National Gallery of Art based in Washington, D.C.
Dr. Savoy, a Professor in the [Department of Communication, Sound & Media Arts](/academics/schools-and-departments/kakos/comm-sou-med-arts/index), is originally from the Albany, NY area and is the first member of the Manhattan University community to achieve this notable award. His fellowship focus is to continue work on his second book, *Architecture of the Soul: Buildings, Cities, and the Construction of Life in Early Modern Italy*, which is under contract with Yale University Press. The book shows that Italian Renaissance architects (including Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Andrea Palladio) followed the divine logic of the human soul when designing their buildings, creating ‘living’ organisms that worked in harmony with God, the universe, and the people who used them.
Said Marcy Kelly, Ph.D., Dean of the Kakos School of Arts and Sciences at Manhattan University,
> “We are incredibly proud of the scholarly work that Dan is doing and will continue to do during his year as a Mellon Fellow. In addition to his research, he has a love of teaching and sharing his ideas and knowledge that add so much to the students’ growth in his classes.â€
As part of the program, senior fellowships provide scholars with the opportunity to conduct full-time research in residence at the Center. They have access to the notable resources of the National Gallery, including its library and art collection, as well as those of greater Washington, D.C. Fellows participate in lectures, colloquia, and discussions with the Center’s vibrant community of scholars.
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**About Manhattan University**
Founded in 1853, Manhattan University is an independent Lasallian Catholic institution located in Riverdale, NY that embraces students of all faiths, cultures, and traditions. The mission of the University is to provide a dynamic student-centered educational experience that prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings. Manhattan University offers programs that integrate a broad liberal arts education coupled with a concentration in specific disciplines in the arts and sciences with professional preparation in business and engineering, ensuring graduates will excel in their chosen fields. The University consists of the Kakos School of Arts & Sciences, the O’Malley School of Business, and the School of Engineering. For further information, please visit [www.manhattan.edu](https://www.manhattan.edu).
[Research](/news?category=239)
[Faculty Accolades](/news?category=234)
[Academics](/news?category=232)
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---
title: "Student Life Policies"
url: "/student-life/dean-of-students/student-life-policies"
type: page
date: 2026-04-13
updated: 2026-04-13
---
# Student Life Policies
## Student Life Policies
The Dean of Students office maintains several policies that will help you navigate life at Manhattan University. All members of the University community should review the following policies:
- [Alcohol Regulations ](https://manhattan.policystat.com/policy/token_access/05af97d7-875b-410e-9709-8803752191d1/)
- [Alcohol Regulations - Campus Facilities](https://manhattan.policystat.com/policy/token_access/71bb26ac-19c3-4b8e-bbde-76717e8f5037/)
- [Drugs and Other Illegal Substances](https://manhattan.policystat.com/policy/token_access/6faa5a53-3fff-4d26-9fc6-0da2237f5d97/)
- [Fire Safety ](https://manhattan.policystat.com/policy/token_access/eff59a91-bf1f-41c8-a182-b36aae61ae46/)
- [Harassment](https://manhattan.policystat.com/policy/token_access/d4f574da-5fc3-4e79-9d76-268394024f72/)
- [Hazing](https://manhattan.policystat.com/policy/token_access/a045ecb7-ac7c-4a73-a16b-8f9485580319/)
- [Identification Tampering](https://manhattan.policystat.com/policy/token_access/a2fb025c-e316-494c-86a4-011eeacbc583/)
- [Off-Campus Conduct Policy](https://manhattan.policystat.com/policy/token_access/ea9ef83d-2c20-4717-9351-5306c368616c/)
- [Physical Harassment and Assault](https://manhattan.policystat.com/policy/token_access/85227b9f-e717-4691-861b-81493c8cf3f4/)
- [Protests and Other Demonstration](https://manhattan.policystat.com/policy/token_access/510f9f49-9b39-488d-8fd5-515596961916/)
- [Rules for Maintenance of Public Order](https://manhattan.policystat.com/policy/token_access/45fd4487-ca5a-4447-b9c2-a103ac5888d2/)
- [Respect for Property](https://manhattan.policystat.com/policy/token_access/2a3f12d7-ca5b-44e4-8b28-2f73acb5fe37/)
- [Smoke and Vape Free Campus Policy](https://manhattan.policystat.com/policy/token_access/c175eb1b-aa16-492d-ae7b-b75add4be8be/)
- [Student Code of Conduct Issues (General)](https://manhattan.policystat.com/policy/token_access/cb313611-b255-4a40-a2c4-a29a75fabe74/)
- [Weapons ](https://manhattan.policystat.com/policy/token_access/754ae488-5a1a-4bd2-b66c-14488bc6d113/)
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---
title: "Referral Options & Resources"
url: "/student-life/dean-of-students/referral-options-resources"
type: page
date: 2026-04-13
updated: 2026-04-15
---
# Referral Options & Resources
## Referral Options & Resources
The Office of the Dean of Students assists with providing referral resources. If you know a student who needs a referral to on-campus resources, please submit the following form:
[Referral Form](https://cm.maxient.com/reportingform.php?ManhattanCollege&layout_id=2)
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---
title: "Students' Bill of Rights"
url: "/student-life/dean-of-students/students-bill-of-rights"
type: page
date: 2026-04-13
updated: 2026-04-15
---
# Students' Bill of Rights
## Students' Bill of Rights
### All Students Have the Right To:
1. Make a report to local law enforcement and/or state police.
2. Have disclosures of domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, and sexual assault treated seriously.
3. Make a decision about whether or not to disclose a crime or violation and participate in the judicial or conduct process and/or criminal justice process free from pressure from the institution.
4. Participate in a process that is fair, impartial, and provides adequate notice and a meaningful opportunity to be heard.
5. Be treated with dignity and to receive from the institution courteous, fair, and respectful health care and counseling services, where available.
6. Be free from any suggestion that the reporting individual is at fault when these crimes and violations are committed, or should have acted in a different manner to avoid such crimes or violations.
7. Describe the incident to as few institutional representatives as practicable and not to be required to unnecessarily repeat a description of the incident.
8. Be free from retaliation by the institution, the accused and/or the respondent, and/or their friends, family and acquaintances within the jurisdiction of the institution.
9. Access to at least one level of appeal of a determination.
10. Be accompanied by an advisor of choice who may assist and advise a reporting individual, accused, or respondent throughout the judicial or conduct process including during all meetings and hearings related to such process.
11. Exercise civil rights and practice of religion without interference by the investigative, criminal justice, or judicial or conduct process of the College.
**To report domestic violence, dating violence, stalking or sexual assault, please contact:**
- The Title IX Office:
- Public Safety: [718-862-7500](tel:718-862-7500)
- A College employee
**To speak with someone confidentially, please contact:**
- Counselors in the Counseling Center: [718-862-7394](tel:718-862-7394)
- Nurse Practitioners in Health Services: [718-862-7217](tel:718-862-7217)
- Campus Ministry and Social Action: [718-862-7142](tel:718-862-7142)
---
---
title: "First Year Requirements"
url: "/admissions/undergraduate/requirements"
type: page
date: 2026-04-13
updated: 2026-05-12
---
# First Year Requirements
Undergraduate Admissions
# How to Apply to Manhattan University as a First-Year Student
Manhattan University accepts applications on a rolling basis with a priority deadline of March 1. Requirements include an official high school transcript, one recommendation letter, a personal essay, and a $75 application fee. SAT/ACT scores are optional.
[ Apply To Manhattan University ](https://apply.commonapp.org/login?ma=153)
[ Schedule a Visit ](/admissions/visit)
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A Clear Path to Apply
## How the Manhattan University Application Works
The sections below walk you through everything required for a complete first-year application: academic requirements, the personal essay, interview options, key dates, and the Early Decision program. Manhattan University reviews applications holistically, considering your transcript, recommendation, essay, and the full picture of your high school experience. Reach out to our admissions team at any point if you need help along the way.
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### #### Application Requirements
In order for your application to be considered, you must submit the following:
### 1. Official High School Transcript
Coordinate with your school counselor to send us your official transcript or request to have this sent through Parchment.
For the most recent incoming class, the average GPA was 89 (3.4), however, the admissions committee considers more than GPA when evaluating an application.
CourseRequired UnitsRecommended UnitsEnglish44Foreign Language23Lab Sciences24Mathematics34Social Studies34Electives2
### 2. Recommendation Letter
One letter of recommendation from a teacher or guidance counselor is required. You may submit up to three academic letters. You are also permitted to submit an additional character reference.
### 3. Personal Essay
You must submit a brief personal statement or college essay, using either the Manhattan University essay topic or one of the Common Application essay topics. This essay should be roughly 500 words.
### 4. $75 Non-Refundable Application Fee
### #### Interviews
Admissions interviews are not mandatory, but we do offer you the opportunity to have an interview with one of our admissions counselors. An interview will allow you to tell us more about yourself than can typically be expressed in a written application, and may help the admissions committee make a more informed decision about your enrollment.
To schedule an interview, call the Admissions Office at 718-862-7200. Interview appointments are generally available on weekdays throughout the year. You should schedule an interview after you have submitted an application for admission.
### #### Timeline and Deadlines
Manhattan University operates on a rolling admissions basis, so we have no set admissions deadline. However, priority is given to applications received on or before March 1. Additionally, there are certain deadlines for students who want to apply for scholarships and financial aid.
We begin receiving applications for review as early as August for the following fall semester. Applications received before November 1 will receive a decision before the holidays in December. Applications received after November 1 will receive decisions in 4 to 6 weeks. In some cases, however, mid-year grades are required before we make a final admissions decision.
### Application Timeline
**Oct. 1:** FAFSA financial aid form becomes available online for submission.
**Nov. 15:** All early decision application materials must be received or postmarked by this date.
**Feb. 15:** All students who want to be considered for academic merit scholarships must have submitted an application by this date.
**March 1:** Preferred application deadline.
**May 1:** National candidate's reply date — all admitted students must make their enrollment deposit by this date.
### #### Early Decision Admission
### Why Apply for Early Decision?
Eliminates the effort and expense of filling out applications to multiple universities.
Diminishes the stress associated with uncertainty about university plans that many high school seniors experience.
Expedited scholarship consideration.
No one is rejected during the early decision application process. All early decision applications are either accepted or deferred.
Even if your application is deferred to regular decision, the admissions committee will make note that Manhattan University is your top choice, which will be viewed favorably during a later evaluation.
### If You are Accepted...
You are assured a place in the class, on the condition that you maintain the same level of academic achievement upon which your acceptance was based.
All Early Decision candidates are automatically evaluated for academic scholarship. If you qualify for a merit scholarship based on your GPA and standardized test scores, you will be notified at the time of acceptance.
### If You are Deferred...
Your application will be held for further consideration and you will be notified of your admissions decision no later than April 1.
The admissions committee will likely request mid-year senior grades and updated standardized test scores in order to make a final decision.
You are no longer committed to enroll at Manhattan University.
Since applying Early Decision indicates to the admissions committee that Manhattan University is your first choice, Early Decision candidates who have been deferred may have an advantage over similarly qualified applicants in later competition for admission.
### Early Decision Requirements & Timeline
Early Decision applications follow the same requirements listed above.
**Nov. 15** is the deadline for Early Decision applications.
Applicants will be notified of an admissions decision no later than Jan. 1.
### #### Questions?
For any additional questions about applying for admission to Manhattan University, please contact us at:
718-862-7200
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## Prepare for the Real World
At Manhattan University, your education is built around who you are and where you want to go. Whether you’re ready to apply or just starting to explore, take the next step when you’re ready — we’re here to help.
[Apply Today](/admissions/apply)
[Visit Manhattan University](/admissions/visit)
[Request Information](/admissions/undergraduate/request-information)
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---
title: "Fitness Center"
url: "/student-life/fitness-center"
type: page
date: 2026-04-13
updated: 2026-06-12
---
# Fitness Center
## Fitness Center
This state-of-the-art facility has touch screen cardio machines, locker rooms, circuit and strength training stations, and virtual reality bikes.
The 5,215-square-foot Fitness Center is located on the third floor of the student commons. All Manhattan University students (undergraduate & graduate), faculty and staff with an active Manhattan University ID card are eligible to use the facilities for free.
The Fitness Center features:
- State-of-the-art cardio and strength training equipment by Precor/Rogue
- Locker rooms with full showers
[Equipment & Facilities](/student-life/fitness-center/equipment-facilities "Equipment & Facilities")
### Hours of Operation
Monday - Thursday: 7 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Friday: 7 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Saturday - Sunday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
If you have any other questions/concerns please email us at .
### Staff
**Carmella Liscio**
Assistant Director of Recreation & Wellness
[718-862-8110](tel:718-862-8110)
**Graduate Assistant**
[718-862-8110](tel:718-862-8110)
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---
title: "Equipment & Facilities"
url: "/student-life/fitness-center/equipment-facilities"
type: page
date: 2026-04-13
updated: 2026-06-12
---
# Equipment & Facilities
## Equipment & Facilities
### Lockers
- Men's and women's locker rooms with showers available
- Lockers are daily use only. You must remove your lock/belongings by closing time and need to bring your own lock. Please do not leave any valuables unlocked inside the locker rooms.
### Strength Equipment
- Selectorize machines
- Plate loaded machines
- Cable columns
- 2 York power racks
- 4 Rogue racks
- 6 Olympic benches
- 5-100 lb. dumbbells in 5 lb. increments
- Core exercise equipment
- Heavy bag and gloves
- Functional training equipment
- Recovery equipment (massage therapy guns/rollers/leg compression system)
### Cardio Equipment
- Treadmills
- Ellipticals
- AMTs (Adaptive Motion Trainers)
- Recumbent bikes
- Upright bikes
- Stairmasters
- Rowers
- 2 Expresso virtual reality bikes
- 1 SciFit bike
---
---
title: "Health Services"
url: "/student-life/health-services"
type: page
date: 2026-04-13
updated: 2026-06-16
---
# Health Services
## Health Services
The Health Services office provides on campus healthcare to students of the University community. This office is also responsible for compliance with the NY State immunization requirements for new students.
[Appointments](/student-life/health-services/appointments "Appointments")
The Health Services office provides students with care for common minor illnesses and injuries. For serious or prolonged illnesses or injuries, students are referred off campus to a local hospital or private physician, private medical provider or urgent care.
### Services Provided:
- Diagnosis and treatment of minor episodic illnesses
- First aid for minor injuries
- Health clearances as required for participation in school related activities or internships
- Blood pressure checkup
- Vision screening
- STI testing: option for male or female provider
- Annual flu vaccine clinics
- Diagnostic testing: in office lab screenings, outside labs services billed to students’ health insurance
- Referrals to local medical specialists
- Individual referrals to counseling for mental health, alcohol and other drug counseling.
- Assistance with compliance with required Student Health Forms
### After Hours
For information about medical needs outside 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., visit this page:
[After Hours Urgent Care](/student-life/health-services/after-hours-urgent-emergency-care "After Hours Urgent & Emergency Care")
### Emergencies
Experiencing an emergency? Please dial 911 or [Manhattan University Public Safety](/offices/public-safety "Public Safety") at [(718) 862-7333](tel:718-862-7333).
### Health Alerts:
**Influenza**
[Influenza Surveillance - NYC Health](https://www.nyc.gov/site/doh/providers/health-topics/flu-alerts.page)
**Measles 2025**
[Measles Information](https://www1.nyc.gov/site/doh/health/health-topics/measles.page)
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---
title: "Student Health Insurance"
url: "/student-life/health-services/student-health-insurance"
type: page
date: 2026-04-13
updated: 2026-06-16
---
# Student Health Insurance
## Student Health Insurance
### Health Insurance Requirement/Mandate
Manhattan University requires all full-time undergraduate students, degree-seeking international students, resident students, and Division 1 athletic participants to have health insurance. International F1 Visa students who meet the criteria are automatically enrolled into the MU-SHIP insurance.
**First Semester and Annual Renewal Instructions**
Eligible students will be required to choose one of two options:
- Waive enrollment in the MU-SHIP by providing pertinent details of personal insurance coverage; or,
- Enrollment in the MU-SHIP and register for your plan documents & Insurance ID Card.
**For questions contact:**
- Jasper Central, at 718-862-7100 or email for billing and portal access questions.
- Academic HealthPlans Inc. (AHP) at 1-[844-408-3088](tel:844-408-3088) or email [help.ahpcare.com](https://help.ahpcare.com) for enrollment information.
### 2026-2027 Plan
Portal Access opens July 1st.
[Waive/Enroll](https://manhattan.myahpcare.com/)
Preview policy:
[Plan Highlight Flyer](https://myahpcare.com/wp-content/uploads/Manhattan_PHF_26-27.pdf)
The **MU-SHIP\*** is a gold-level plan with coverage of 70% PPO/60% non-PPO which means that with few exceptions, there will be low deductibles and the lowest out-of-pocket costs for care while getting the maximum coverage of costs by the plan.
Students under the mandate can either enroll in MU-SHIP or retain coverage via their family's plan or their current health insurance plan. International F1 Visa students who meet the criteria are automatically enrolled into the MU-SHIP insurance. These students cannot waive the MU-SHIP insurance.
### How can I waive or enroll in the Manhattan University sponsored plan?
#### 2026-2027 Plan
Portal Access opens June 2026.
**Fall Semester**
- The enrollment/waiver process will start on **June 15, 2026**
- The deadline date is **August 1, 2026**
**Spring Semester**
- The enrollment/waiver process will start on **December 1, 2026**
- The deadline date is **January 6, 2027**
If the student will use their own health insurance plan, or be covered by their family's plan, they will be asked to demonstrate proof of comparable health insurance coverage **and to actively waive out of the MU-SHIP by the semester deadline listed above.**
If your waiver is approved by the insurance administrator, the Jasper Central office will be notified and the insurance charge will be removed from the tuition account.
**If you do not waive out of the MU-SHIP by the deadline, you students who are under the requirement/mandate will be automatically enrolled, automatically issued an Insurance ID Card, and be fully liable for the charge for the plan that will remain on your student tuition bill.** Education loans can be applied to cover the cost of the MU-SHIP premium. The Jasper Central office will be able to assist with the loan process and any related loan questions.
Students not under the requirement/mandate are not eligible to enroll in the MU-SHIP plan. Students are recommended to search for eligible coverage via their state marketplace (NYS residents link: )
What are the details of the MU-SHIP plan?The cost of the plan for 2026-2027 is $2,564 with coverage extending from August 1, 2026 to July 31, 2027. The Spring-only cost of the plan for new students entering the Spring is $1,489. The charge for the MU-SHIP will be included in the eBill issued for the semester and all amounts charged are payable by the published payment deadlines for each term.
We encourage a thorough, detailed review of any current plan along with the details of the MU-SHIP plan. One might find that a family insurance plan does not cover services that are out of your geographic network so we encourage those with out-of-state coverage or HMO coverage to review their plans closely. Additional guidance and assistance is available from the plan administrator, AHP at 1-844-408-3088.
Manhattan University will continue its health and wellness services available through the Health Services office and the Counseling Center for undergraduate students assessed the Health Center Fee each semester whether they are enrolled in the MU-SHIP or maintain alternate health insurance coverage. View the [Health Services](/student-life/health-services "Health Services") page.
### Comparable Coverage Requirements
Your alternate insurance plan must meet all of the following criteria for you to waive MU-SHIP enrollment. Your waiver application will be denied if your plan does not provide *all* of the following:
- Routine, non-emergency care as well as emergency care **provided in the NY metropolitan area**
- Treatment for pre-existing conditions (with no waiting periods or exclusions)
- Essential health benefits as defined by the Affordable Care Act (ACA)\* (see details below)
- Plan has a claims administrator based in the U.S., a U.S. telephone number and address for submission of claims, and the insurance policy must have been issued in the U.S.
- Coverage for medical evacuation and repatriation expenses
- Required for all F1 / J1 visa students
- Required for all other students ONLY when they will be studying / traveling / doing research outside of the United States during the current academic year
- Active coverage from the day the student arrives on campus through July 31, 2026 or the end of their academic/collegiate sport program (whichever comes first)
- Must have an annual-of-pocket maximum limits of < $7,900 for individual insurance plans or < $15,800 for family insurance plans
### Essential Health Benefits, as defined by the Affordable Care Act (ACA)
In addition to the criteria noted above, all alternate insurance plans must include the following benefits as required by ACA:
- Outpatient care (ambulatory patient services)
- Emergency services
- Hospitalization (treatment for inpatient care)
- Inpatient and outpatient mental health services and addiction treatment
- Prescription drug coverage
- Laboratory services
- Rehabilitative services and devices
- Inpatient mental health care
- Preventive services, wellness services, and chronic disease treatment
- Maternity and newborn care
- Pediatric services
\*The policy is consistent with the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act and the American College Health Association’s Standards for Student Health Insurance Benefits Programs. The underwriter and administrator of the MU-sponsored student health insurance plan also handles student health information in connection with the operation of those plans. Treatment of such information is governed by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and the requirements of applicable New York State law.
---
---
title: "Access Your Insurance Card"
url: "/student-life/health-services/access-your-insurance-card"
type: page
date: 2026-04-13
updated: 2026-06-16
---
# Access Your Insurance Card
## Access Your Insurance Card
Digital ID cards can be accessed 24/7 by creating an account with Wellfleet online at or by downloading the [Wellfleet Student mobile ap](https://wellfleetstudent.com/mobile-app/)p to your smart phone or device.
To create your account, you will need to use your student ID number.
---
---
title: "Student Health Insurance Plan"
url: "/student-life/health-services/student-health-insurance-plan"
type: page
date: 2026-04-13
updated: 2026-06-16
---
# Student Health Insurance Plan
## Student Health Insurance Plan
### 2025– 2026
**Underwritten by: Wellfleet New York Insurance Co.**
We are pleased to provide you with this summary of the 2025 – 2026 Student Health Insurance Plan (“Planâ€), which is fully compliant with the Affordable Care Act. This is only a brief description of the coverage(s) available under Certificate form NYSHIP Cert. The Certificate will contain reductions, limitations, exclusions, and termination provisions. Full details of coverage are contained in the Certificate. If there are any conflicts between this document and the Certificate, the Certificate shall govern in all cases.
This ACA-compliant plan includes:
- Coverage while at school and at home
- Comprehensive coverage both for emergency and non-emergency situations
- Access to the Cigna PPO network
**This Plan is paired with the Cigna Network. Note that the benefits are not insured by Cigna or affiliates.**
This Plan also offers the following Value-added services. These services are not part of the Student Health Insurance Plan underwritten by Wellfleet Insurance Co.:
- Vision Discount Program VSP- optional
- Dental Plan- Guardian- optional
**Manhattan University Insurance Requirements**
All registered full-time undergraduate domestic and international students, all degree seeking international students, all students residing in the university dormitories and all Division 1 athletic participants are automatically enrolled and charged for the Manhattan University Student Health Insurance Plan on their Tuition bill.
If you have existing medical insurance you will have the opportunity to remove the fee you can complete the waiver request by providing details of your current insurance plan coverage. If you require assistance you may contact the plan administrator AHP at [1-844-408-3088](tel:844-408-3088).
How to Waive Coverage:
If you have existing medical insurance coverage under another policy (self, parent, spouse, etc.) – you may have the charge for the Manhattan University Student Health Insurance Plan removed from your tuition bill.
Go to the [Student Health Insurance](/student-life/health-services/student-health-insurance "Student Health Insurance") page for the waiver instructions. Please note that to waive the insurance premium, the student must upload proof of other health coverage.
**The deadline to file a waiver is August 15, 2025**
### Health Insurance Benefit Summary
**Benefit item**
**(Deductible applies unless otherwise stated)**
**Participating Provider** **Non-Participating Provider**Individual Deductible
Per person, per policy year
$250
$500 Individual Out-of-Pocket Limit Maximum
Per person, per policy year
$7,900
$15,800Preventive Services
(Deductible waived)
100%70%Hospital Care\*-includes room and board expense
*\*Preauthorization required*
30% coinsurance after deductible40% coinsurance after deductibleInpatient and Outpatient Surgery\*- includes surgeon services, Anesthetist and Asst Surgeon.
*\*Preauthorization required*
Covered 70%Covered 60%Primary Care Office Visit
Including Specialist Office Visits
100% after a
$25 Copayment
70%Urgent Care Center70% covered70% coveredEmergency Care Services70%70%Diagnostic Imaging Services and Laboratory Procedures
*Preauthorization Required*
70%60%Prescription Drugs
Up to a 30-day Supply
At pharmacies contracting with Wellfleet Rx/ESI
100% after
Tier 1: $20 copay
Tier 2: $50 copay
Tier 3: $100 copay
100% after
Tier 1: $20 copay
Tier 2: $50 copay
Tier 3: $100 copay
\*For prescriptions purchased at non-participating pharmacies,you must pay in full and then submit a claim for reimbursement.
\*This summary is provided as a courtesy and is not meant to replace or override the terms and conditions detailed in the insurance policy/brochure. Please refer to the policy/brochure to verify medical coverage, eligibility, exclusions, limitations, and for more detailed information.
**I need to:**
**Visit:**Waive the Insurance Plan[Student Health Insurance](/student-life/health-services/student-health-insurance "Student Health Insurance")Ask any general questions on the program**Plan Administrator**
**AHP**
[1-844-408-3088](tel:844-408-3088)
Learn about:
- Insurance Benefits
- Participating PPO Provider Listings
- Claims Processing
- ID card
**Wellfleet**
[1-877-657-5030](tel:877-657-5030)
Find a PPO Provider: **Cigna PPO**
(PPO, Choice Fund PPO)
[www.cigna.com](https://www.cigna.com)
or
**Wellfleet**
[1-877-657-5030](tel:877-657-5030)
Find a Prescription Drug Provider:**Wellfleet Rx/ESI**
[1-877-657-5030](tel:877-657-5030)
### Cost and Period of Coverage
**Coverage For****Annual Coverage\***
**8/1/25-7/31/26**
**Spring Coverage\***
**1/1/26-7/31/26**
Student Only$2,392$1,389\*Premiums include an Administrative Service Fee
**Wellfleet**
Accessible, Responsive, Flexible.
[(877) 657-5030](tel:877-657-5030)
2077 Roosevelt Ave.
Springfield, MA 01104
[www.studentinsurance.com](https://www.studentinsurance.com)
---
---
title: "After Hours Urgent & Emergency Care"
url: "/student-life/health-services/after-hours-urgent-emergency-care"
type: page
date: 2026-04-13
updated: 2026-06-16
---
# After Hours Urgent & Emergency Care
## After Hours Urgent & Emergency Care
In the event of serious illness that occurs after regular office hours or on weekends, please contact a Residence Life staff member or the Public Safety office for assistance. Public Safety will call New York City EMS (911) for transportation to a Emergency Care Facility.
**AFC Urgent Care Kingsbridge**
5546 Broadway
Bronx, NY 10463
[917-688-4590](https://tel;917-688-4590)
Hours: Monday - Friday - 8:00am - 8:00pm , Saturday - Sunday 8:00am - 8:00pm
**MEDRITE Marble Hill Urgent Care**
54 West 225th Street
Bronx, NY 10463
[718-568-8222](https://tel;718-568-8222)
Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 8pm , Saturday - Sunday 9am - 6pm
**CITY MD Urgent Care**
193 West 237th Street
Bronx, NY 10463
[718- 303-0479](tel:718-%20303-0479)
Hours: Monday - Friday 7am - 11pm, Saturday - Sunday 8am -8pm
**Summit Health (Westmed) Urgent Care, Yonkers**
Ridge Hill Office
73 Market Street
Note: Enter 1 Ridge Road if using GPS
Yonkers, NY 10710
[914-848-8073](https://tel;914-848-8073)
Hours: Monday - Friday 8am to 8pm, Saturday - Sunday 9am to 5pm
**Optum Family Medicine - Riverdale**
3050 Corlear Ave. @ 231st Street
Bronx, NY 10463
[718-543-2700](tel:718-543-2700)
Hours: Monday – Friday 7:30am to 7:30pm
Saturday 7:30am to 11:15am
**Allen Pavilion NY Presbyterian Hospital**
5141 Broadway @ 220th Street
New York, NY 10034
[212-932-4000](tel:212-932-4000)
Hours: 24/7
**St. Joseph Medical Center**
127 South Broadway
Yonkers, NY 10707
[914-378-7000](tel:914-378-7000)
Hours: 24/7
**Lawrence Hospital Center**
55 Palmer Ave.
Bronxville, NY 10708
[914-787-1000](tel:914-787-1000)
Hours: 24/7
---
### Teladoc Options
Please check with your insurance company for approved Teladoc services. Most services may require that you download an APP and set up an account with a form of payment for any copay cost.
**Christian Brothers Services**
**Cigna**
**Aetna**
or
**Emblem Health / GHI**
**Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield / Anthem**
NurseLine any time at [877-825-5276](tel:877-825-5276)
or
**United Health Care**
**Humana**
**CVS Pharmacy**
Video Visits
**City MD Urgent Care**
---
---
title: "Internships and Research"
url: "/academics/business/internships-and-research"
type: page
date: 2026-04-14
updated: 2026-05-20
---
# Internships and Research
O'Malley School of Business
# Internships and Research
At Manhattan University’s O’Malley School of Business, learning extends far beyond the classroom. Our location in New York City—one of the world’s leading financial and business hubs—gives students direct access to internships, research opportunities, and professional networks that shape careers.
Whether you’re gaining experience at a global firm or collaborating with faculty on original research, you’ll develop the skills, confidence, and connections needed to succeed in today’s competitive business environment.
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## Internships in New York City
New York City offers unparalleled access to internships across industries—from finance and consulting to marketing, technology, and entrepreneurship. With thousands of companies headquartered or operating in the city, students have the opportunity to immerse themselves in real-world business environments while still in school.
All students are encouraged to pursue internships during their time at Manhattan University. These experiences often lead to job offers, mentorships, and valuable professional connections. Combined with an industry-focused curriculum, internships ensure you graduate ready to contribute from day one.
Because major corporations recruit interns and full-time employees directly on our campus, many of our students have jobs by the time they graduate. Leading companies that have hired O'Malley School of Business interns include:
- Anderson Tax
- Avon
- Bank of New York
- Citibank
- Deloitte & Touche
- Ernst and Young
- Goldman Sachs
- J.P. Morgan Chase
- KPMG
- Morgan Stanley
- The Securities and Exchange Commission
- PricewaterhouseCoopers
- Verizon
## Undergraduate Research and Experiential Learning
Research at Manhattan University allows students to explore complex business challenges, analyze real-world data, and contribute original insights to the field. These opportunities help students clarify career goals while building meaningful relationships with faculty mentors.
From case studies and consulting projects to data analysis and academic publication, research experiences are designed to deepen your understanding of business while strengthening critical thinking and analytical skills.
Students will be encouraged to:
- Collaborate with faculty on case studies and applied research
- Participate in business consulting and industry-based projects
- Conduct data analysis for academic journals or conference presentations
- Present findings at academic or professional events
## Signature Research Programs
**Jasper Summer Research Scholars**
A competitive summer program that provides funding and mentorship for students conducting in-depth research projects. Participants gain valuable experience while working closely with faculty on topics that align with their academic and professional interests.
**Summer Fellows**
An exclusive fellowship awarded annually to an outstanding School of Business student. This program supports ambitious, high-impact projects that connect academic study with experiential learning and career development.
Recent student research topics have included:
- For the Game. For the World. For the Economy?: The Sports Economics of FIFA World Cups
- Sex and Candy: The Influence of Sexual Content and Consumer Trait Perceptions on Ad Evaluations
- The Correlation Between Sports and Entrepreneurial Success
---
---
title: "Appointments"
url: "/student-life/health-services/appointments"
type: page
date: 2026-04-14
updated: 2026-06-16
---
# Appointments
## Appointments
Visits to Health Services are available by appointment. To schedule an appointment, please email or call [(718) 862-7217](tel:718-862-7217) during office hours, which are Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Health Services is located in Alumni Hall, room 104.
In most cases students are evaluated on the same day or within 24 hours and have the option to see a male or female health provider. For first visits, plan to arrive 10 minutes early in order to complete the check in process, and please review the information found here:
[Notice of Privacy](/campus-life/health-services/notice-of-privacy "Notice of Privacy")
Should you need assistance after hours or on a weekend, please visit [After Hours and Urgent Care](/student-life/health-services/after-hours-urgent-emergency-care "After Hours Urgent & Emergency Care") for local options and telemedicine options.
### What to Bring to Your Appointment
**Masks are required for anyone with upper respiratory symptoms.**
- Valid Manhattan University ID
- Private Insurance Card; bring the physical card or a copy of the front and back of the card.
- Credit or Debit card for fees.
### Cost of Visit
- Undergraduate students visits: no fee.
- Graduate student visits: $25.
- Medications from Health Services: $5 and $10.
- FLU vaccination: $20
- Rapid FLU test: $20
### Important Notes
- Payment is due at the time of visit
- Completed by parent: [Minor Consent / Students under 18](https://manhattancollege.formstack.com/forms/minor_consent_form) \[online form\]
**Lab Services**
Lab tests ordered by a provider will be sent to an outside Lab Service that will bill your insurance for processing tests, including blood, urine, throat cultures, STI tests, COVID PCR etc. Health Services has access to Quest lab services. Please check with your insurance coverage for lab services.
**Imaging Services**
All imaging services (X-rays, CT scans, MRIs etc) ordered by a provider will be referred off campus. Please check with your insurance coverage for imaging services.
**Referrals**
If indicated, a provider may refer a student off campus to specialty services, Neurology, GI, Cardiology, ENT, Orthopedics, etc. Please check with your insurance coverage for referral for specialty services.
### Payment
Payment is collected after your visit.
[Pay Health Services](/PayHealthServices)
---
---
title: "Immunization Requirements"
url: "/student-life/health-services/immunization-requirements"
type: page
date: 2026-04-14
updated: 2026-06-16
---
# Immunization Requirements
## Immunization Requirements
Students registered for 6 or more credits on campus at Manhattan University are required to comply with the New York State law regarding college immunizations.
Health Forms are due prior to the start of class. Deadlines for submission are August 1st for the Fall semester and December 15th for the Spring semester.
Failure to submit these Forms will result in a Health Services Hold on your student account.
**Undergraduates (Full time & Part time):**
- Two doses of MMR (combined mealses, mumps, rubella)
- One dose of Meningitis ACYW vaccine within the last 5 years OR a signed Meningitis Response Form
- Tuberculosis (TB) Screening Questionnaire (TB testing based on risk)
- Physical exam within the past 12 months
**Graduates (Full time & Part time):**
- Two doses of MMR (combined mealses, mumps, rubella)
- One dose of Meningitis ACYW vaccine within the last 5 years OR a signed Meningitis Response Form
- Tuberculosis (TB) Screening Questionnaire (TB testing based on risk)
- Physical exam within the past 12 months - Residents only, not required for commuters
**Online Graduate Program Students:**
- Online programs - exempt from the immunization requirements
- Hybrid programs - both online and in person courses, health forms are required
### Additional Forms
- [Meningitis Response Form](https://manhattancollege.formstack.com/forms/meningococcalvaccinationresponse) \[online waiver form\]
- Meningitis Fact sheet provided by the Department Health fact sheet:
Document
[meng-info-sheet-2018.pdf](/sites/default/files/media/2026-04/meng-info-sheet-2018.pdf) (89.1 KB)
- [Minor Consent / Students under 18](https://manhattancollege.formstack.com/forms/minor_consent_form) \[online form\]
**Resources**
[NYS Department of Health Immunization Requirements](https://www.health.ny.gov/prevention/immunization/)
---
### New 2026 Students
- Register for the [MedProctor](https://medproctor.com/) Student Portal account using your student email.
- Download the health forms for your healthcare provider to complete.
- Upload the completed forms for processing by Health Services.
### Additional Requirements for Student-Athletes
D1 Athletes, the University Health forms must be on file with Health Services.
All athletes will receive an invitation to ARMS Software Portal to access the NCAA Pre Participation Packet including Sickle Cell test requirement.
[Login to ARMS Software Portal](https://sso.armssoftware.com/arms/login)
Please contact your coach or the Athletic Training office at with any questions.
---
---
title: "Notice of Privacy"
url: "/student-life/health-services/notice-of-privacy"
type: page
date: 2026-04-14
updated: 2026-06-16
---
# Notice of Privacy
## Notice of Privacy
### Notice of Privacy Practices (To be read and signed by student and/or parents/guardians)
This notice describes how health information about you may be used and disclosed and how you may access your information. Please review carefully. The privacy of your health information is important to us.
#### Our Legal Duty
We are required by applicable federal and state law to maintain the privacy of your health information. We are also required to give you this Notice about our privacy practices, our legal duties, and your rights concerning your health information. We must follow the FERPA and HIPPA privacy practices that are described in this Notice while it is in effect.
You may request a copy of this Notice at any time.
#### Uses and Disclosures of Health Information
We use and disclose health information about you for treatment, payment, and healthcare operations. For example:
**Treatment:** We may use and disclose your health information to a physician for other healthcare providers providing treatment to you.
**Payment:** We may use or disclose your health information to obtain payment for services we provide to you.
**Healthcare Operations:** We may use and disclose your health information in connection with our healthcare operations. Healthcare operations include quality assessment and improvement activities, reviewing the competence or qualifications of healthcare professionals, evaluating practitioner and provider performance, conducting training programs, accreditation, certification, licensing or credentialing activities.
**Your Authorization:** In addition to our use of your health information for treatment, payment, or healthcare operations, you may give us written authorization to use your health information or to disclose it to anyone for any purpose. If you give us an authorization, you may revoke it in writing at any time. Your revocation will not affect any use or disclosures permitted by your authorization while it was in effect.
**To Your Family and Friends:** We must disclose your health information to you, as described in the Patient Rights section of this Notice. We may disclose your health information to a family member, friend, or other person to the extent necessary to help with your healthcare or with payment for your healthcare, but only if you agree verbally or in writing that we may do so. We will ask for your permission in writing.
**Persons Involved in Care:** We may use or disclose your health information to assist in the notification of your location, your general condition, or death to a family member, your personal representative, or another person responsible for your care. If you are present, then prior to use or disclosure, we will provide you with an opportunity to object to such uses. In the event of your incapacity or in emergency circumstances, we will disclose your health information based on our professional judgment. We will make reasonable inferences of your best interest in allowing a person to pick up filled prescriptions, medical supplies, x-rays, or other similar forms of health information.
**Required by Law:** We may use or disclose your health information when we are required to do so by law.
**Law Enforcement:** We may disclose to authorized federal, state or local law enforcement officials, the information required for lawful intelligence, counterintelligence, and other national security activities when required to do so by law.
**Appointment Reminders:** We may use or disclose your health information to provide you with appointment reminders (such as voicemail messages and emails).
#### Patient Rights
**Access:** You have the right to look at or get copies of your health information with limited exceptions. You must make a request in writing to obtain access to your health information.
**Restriction:** You have the right to request that we place additional restrictions on our use or disclosure of your health information. We are not required to agree to these additional restrictions, but if we do, we will abide by our agreement (except in an emergency).
**Amendment:** You have the right to request that we amend your health information. Your request must be in writing, and it must explain why the information should be amended. We may deny your request under certain circumstances.
### Notice of Privacy Practices (To be read and signed by student and/or parents/guardians)
By signing below, I acknowledge that I have been given a copy of the Health Services Notice of Privacy Practices to read. I may request a copy of the Privacy Practices for my records. I also consent to the use and disclosure of my medical information to treat me and arrange for my medical care, to seek and receive payment for the services provided to me, and for the business operation for Manhattan University Health Services.
---
---
title: "Frequently Asked Questions"
url: "/student-life/health-services/frequently-asked-questions"
type: page
date: 2026-04-14
updated: 2026-06-16
---
# Frequently Asked Questions
## Frequently Asked Questions
### Who can use Health Services?
All commuter and residential undergraduate students are eligible for health services.
### How much does it cost?
There are no charges for the care provided by the college ​medical providers​ in our office. However, students are responsible for expenses for hospital emergency-room care, X-rays, laboratory tests, specialists fees, hospitalizations and prescriptions filled at outside pharmacies.
### Can I receive medication?
Some frequently prescribed medications for colds and minor illnesses are provided without charge through Health Services. Students may be given prescriptions for other medications that can be purchased at local pharmacies.
### What about confidentiality?
All information received and maintained by Health Services is confidential. No information will be given to anyone other than Health Services personnel without permission from the patient (except under emergency situations involving danger to oneself or others).
### What about after hours?
In the event of serious illness that occurs after regular office hours or on weekends, please contact a [Residence Life staff member](https://inside.manhattan.edu/student-life/residence-life/staff.php) or the Public Safety office for assistance. After-hours emergency care is available at several nearby locations. [See a list of urgent care and emergency facilities near campus.](/student-life/health-services/after-hours-urgent-emergency-care "After Hours Urgent & Emergency Care")
Public Safety will call New York City EMS (911) for transportation to a Emergency Care Facility.
Health Services FAQs provide key information on medical care, insurance, appointments, and student health resources at Manhattan University.
---
---
title: "Health Note and Medical Leave"
url: "/student-life/health-services/health-note-and-medical-leave"
type: page
date: 2026-04-14
updated: 2026-06-16
---
# Health Note and Medical Leave
## Health Note and Medical Leave
Manhattan University professors have a mandatory attendance policy for their classes and require documentation if the student misses one or more classes. As stated in Manhattan University’s Course Catalog under [Attendance Policy](http://catalog.manhattan.edu/undergraduate/academicstandardsandprocedures/attendancepolicy/): *“Reasonable accommodations for absences are recommended, but are solely at the discretion of the course instructor.â€*
Health Services does not provide students with notes for any missed classes or exams due to their visit to Health Services. It is the responsibility of the student to notify their professors regarding any missed classes.
If an instructor believes that a student’s absence is substantially affecting the student’s performance in a course, then the instructor is strongly encouraged to report the situation to the [CARE](/student-life/dean-of-students "Dean of Students") team by raising a flag in [JasperConnect](https://manhattan.starfishsolutions.com/starfish-ops/) for additional student support.
### What to do for a significant absence
1. Immediately, students should report any hospitalization or significant absences to Health Services at [718-862-7217](tel:718-862-7217) or e-mail . All medical documentation or doctor’s notes should be submitted to Health Services. As privacy is important, students should not submit medical documentation or doctor’s notes to instructors. Instructors can request confirmation of any significant absence from Health Services if needed.
2. Health Services will contact the Center for Advising and Academic Success (CAAS). The Academic Advisor will inform instructors of a student’s absence and expected return. **Note, the instructor’s class absence policy listed in their syllabus will determine what impact the absence will have on your performance in the course.**
3. When a student returns to class after an absence, the student and instructor should develop a plan that allows the student to complete any missed work.
4. When a student’s absence is expected or extends longer than 2 weeks, the student should contact Health Services for a consultation regarding what options are available.
5. If a medical withdrawal or leave is requested, the student is required to submit a letter to Health Services from their current medical provider. The letter should include: a) how long the provider has been treating the student, b) the diagnosis, c) why they are recommending a medical leave or withdrawal, and d) what treatment the student will receive while on the medical withdrawal or leave.
6. Short-term medical or academic accommodation(s) are coordinated by the Specialized Resource Center (SRC). Students may request accommodations by completing the Temporary Accommodations Application online. Information can be found on the [Temporary Accommodations](https://inside.manhattan.edu/academic-resources/specialized-resource-center/temporary-accommodations.php) page.
7. Upon return to campus after a medical withdrawal or leave, the student is required to submit a second letter to Health Services from the medical provider stating the student is cleared to return to classes to allow registration.
Students may contact Health Services by e-mail with any questions.
---
---
title: "Local Pharmacies"
url: "/student-life/health-services/local-pharmacies"
type: page
date: 2026-04-14
updated: 2026-06-16
---
# Local Pharmacies
## Local Pharmacies
**CVS**
[718-543-2007](tel:718-543-2007)
565 West 235th street (near Johnson Ave)
**Desai’s Pharmacy Inc.**
[718-543-0800](tel:718-543-0800)
228 West 238th Street (Delivers)
**D.J. Drugs**
[718-549-6709](tel:718-549-6709)
3741-5 Riverdale Ave (@259th street) (Delivers)
**Riverdale Pharmacy**
[718-543-7500](tel:718-543-7500)
5669 Riverdale Ave (@259th street) (Delivers)
**Walgreens Pharmacy**
[718-548-8600](tel:718-548-8600)
541 West 235th Street
**Imperial Pharmacy**
[718-581-0019](tel:718-581-0019)
3050 Corlear Ave.
---
---
title: "Mental Health Services"
url: "/student-life/health-services/mental-health-services"
type: page
date: 2026-04-14
updated: 2026-06-16
---
# Mental Health Services
## Mental Health Services
Primary care at Health Services includes basic assessment and treatment of mental health conditions requiring medications to complement the services provided by Counseling Services.
[Counseling Center Website](/campus-life/counseling-center-and-psychological-services "Counseling Center and Psychological Services")
If you are currently under the care of a psychiatrist or a primary care provider at home, we recommend continuing care with your provider. Health Services providers refer all counseling needs to Counseling Services as this is outside the scope of the office.
### ADD/ADHD Medications
Health Services is unable to complete diagnostic evaluations for ADD/ADHD. However, Counseling Services will refer students to community specialists for comprehensive evaluation and diagnosis if desired.
**Students Previously Diagnosed with ADD/ADHD:**
If you have previously been diagnosed with ADD/ADHD and are stable on medication prescribed by your provider, you should continue obtaining the prescription(s) from your provider. New York State has no exclusions on prescriptions for controlled substances from outside of the state, therefore your provider can send your prescription to a local pharmacy.
If you have tried to obtain the prescription(s) from your provider and have experienced issues, you can seek approval to receive ADD/ADHD care at Health Services. To do this, you must obtain records from your home provider for review.
Records must include **all** of the following:
- A copy of the initial diagnostic evaluation - must be completed by a psychiatrist, a psychiatric nurse practitioner, or a psychologist. Evaluation by your primary care doctor including standardized evaluations and long term care history are acceptable in some cases. Online or telehealth evaluations are not acceptable.
- Treatment history - including medication history (at least 6 months)
- Treatment plan - what your current provider anticipates going forward, including dosage of current medication
After submission, a Health Services provider will review your records. You will be notified after the review to set up an appointment in the office. Students are required to complete a Controlled Medication Agreement during their first visit.
---
---
title: "Opt-In Policy for Sensitive Examinations"
url: "/student-life/health-services/opt-in-policy-for-sensitive-examinations"
type: page
date: 2026-04-14
updated: 2026-06-16
---
# Opt-In Policy for Sensitive Examinations
## Opt-In Policy for Sensitive Examinations
**Policy Name****Opt-In Policy for Sensitive Medical Examinations**Responsible Vice President:Vice President for Student LifeAdopted:May 17, 2019Responsible Office or Department:Health ServicesReviewed:May 17, 2019Contact:Anne Mavor
[718-862-7217](tel:7188627217)
Revised:N/A### Policy Statement
Manhattan University is a Lasallian Catholic educational institution, deeply committed to engaging in a quality and safe educational environment for its Students (as defined below), faculty, administrators, staff and visitors. This Opt-In Policy for Sensitive Medical Examinations (the “Policyâ€) continues in that tradition and serves to ensure that all individuals are welcomed, honored, and respected by the Manhattan University community, including Minors (as defined below).
This Policy promotes the well-being and security of Students seeking medical care from Practitioners at Manhattan University (the “Universityâ€) as it relates to examinations or procedures that are more sensitive in nature. Specifically, this Policy covers Students who: (1) are enrolled at the University and able to use health services, or athletic training services, or (2) are seeking an examination that is sensitive in nature, as defined in this Policy. Students will be made aware that they can opt-in to have a chaperone present during Sensitive Medical Examinations (as defined below, or if requested by the Patient).
### Who Should Read the Policy
- All members of the Manhattan University community.
- Consultants and Independent Contractors
### Links and Resources
- [Employee Handbook](https://inside.manhattan.edu/offices/human-resources/employee-handbook) (Sections 1.26.1 Employment; Section 8.20 Children in the workplace)
- [Minors on Campus Policy](/node/2110)
- [Title IX and Sexual Misconduct Policy](/node/2108)
- [Community Standards and Student Code of Conduct](/node/2129)
### Terms and Definitions
“Student†for purposes of this Policy means any person enrolled and matriculated as a student at the University.
“Patient†is any Student or person seeking medical assistance while at the University.
“Minor†is any Patient under the age of 18 who seeks services and who is not otherwise defined as a Student.
“Practitioner†is an employee (or contracted employee) of the University who has current, active licensure or certification to practice medicine or medical procedures in the State of New York.
“Sensitive Medical Examination†for purposes of this Policy means an examination or procedure performed by a medical professional from the office of Health Services or Athletics and includes the physical examination of, or a procedure involving the genitalia, rectum, or breasts, regardless of gender.
“Emergency Situation†for purposes of this Policy is any situation in which the Students’ health or safety is at risk, and their care cannot be delayed.
### The Policy
1. #### Policy Purpose
The purpose of this Policy is to provide safe, and comfortable care for our Students who are utilizing medical services available through the University. There can be physical, psychological, and cultural reasons why a chaperone may be requested. Practitioners should only perform Sensitive Medical Examinations or procedures in accordance with this Policy. The use of chaperones is only a part of the University’s efforts to have a safe educational environment and responsible medical care that is consistent with the University’s prevention plan for sexual misconduct and abuse.
2. #### Policy Requirements Governing Chaperones for Sensitive Medical Examinations
In an effort to promote the well-being and security of Patients on campus, the following rules must be followed:
- A chaperone may be provided to help protect and enhance the Patient’s comfort, safety, privacy, security during Sensitive Medical Examinations or procedures. The chaperone may also be present to provide assistance to the Practitioner with the examination or procedure.
- A chaperone is a person who acts as a witness for a Patient and a Practitioner during a medical examination or procedure. A chaperone should be in a location where they are able to observe the examination, therapy or procedure.
- A chaperone may be a medical health professional or a trained unlicensed staff member. This may include medical doctors, nurse practitioners, nurses, technicians, therapists and athletic trainers.
- Whenever possible, but not required, the chaperone should be the gender that the Patient feels most comfortable with.
- Family members or friends of a Patient should not be expected to undertake any chaperoning role in normal circumstances. A family member may be present during Sensitive Medical Examinations or procedures if it is the expressed desire of the Patient, but the family member may not serve as a chaperone for the purposes of this Policy.
- If a chaperone is not available, the Practitioner will notify the Patient and make arrangements/referrals for the Patient to return for an exam when a chaperone is available or refer the Patient to another medical facility for the Sensitive Medical Exam.
- A chaperone must be present for any sensitive exams involving Minors.
3. #### Policy Standards
1. **Opt-In Policy:**
A Patient or their legal guardian may request a chaperone for any examination or procedure. The Practitioner should discuss the scope of the Patient’s care and ability to request a chaperone during Sensitive Medical Examinations and procedures as defined above. Additionally:
1. The scope of the examination and reasons for the examination should be explained to the Patient.
2. If a Patient with decision-making capacity declines a part of the examination, it should not be completed and the refusal should be noted in the chart.
3. If a Sensitive Medical Examination is performed, and the Student declined to have a chaperone present, it should be noted in the chart.
4. It is the responsibility of the Practitioner to ensure that accurate records are kept, which also includes a Patient’s refusal of a chaperone.
2. **Non-Compliance:**
Practitioner non-compliance with this Policy should be reported as described below.
4. #### Training
All medical professionals should receive training in regards to their responsibilities under this policy, upon hire (then reviewed annually).
5. #### Additional Requirements and Procedures
1. **Reporting**
All University employees, especially those that serve as chaperones, shall report any known or reasonably suspected non-compliance with this Policy to the Title IX Office ([718-862-7512](tel:7188627512)) as soon as possible, and no later than twenty-four (24) hours upon learning of the non-compliance.
Additionally, if a patient has any concern with a Sensitive Medical Exam, they are encouraged to report it to the Title IX Office ([718-862-7512](tel:7188627512)).
2. **Prohibition of Retaliation**
No person who makes a good faith report of suspected non-compliance with this Policy will be retaliated against in the terms and conditions of their educational program or employment.
6. #### References
The University of Michigan Medicine, The Use of Chaperones During Sensitive Medical Examinations and Procedures
---
---
title: "Resources"
url: "/student-life/health-services/resources"
type: page
date: 2026-04-14
updated: 2026-06-16
---
# Resources
## Resources
### New York Immunization Assistance:
- [Old Immunization Records](https://www.health.ny.gov/prevention/immunization/locating_old_immun_records.htm)
- [NYC Health Department Citywide Immunization Registry](https://www1.nyc.gov/site/doh/services/cir-parents-guardians.page)
- [Department of Health Sexual Health Clinics](https://www1.nyc.gov/site/doh/services/sexual-health-clinics.page)
- [Monkeypox](https://www1.nyc.gov/site/doh/health/health-topics/monkeypox.page#vax)
- [CDC Coronavirus](https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html)
- [CDC Influenza: (Flu)](https://www.cdc.gov/flu/index.htm)
- [CDC Vaccinations Information](https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/index.html)
- [Measles Information](https://www1.nyc.gov/site/doh/health/health-topics/measles.page)
- [Meningitis Information](https://www.health.ny.gov/publications/2168/)
- [New York State Health Care Proxy](https://www.health.ny.gov/publications/1430.pdf)
- [NYS Smokers Quitline](https://www.nysmokefree.com/?utm_source=NYSDOHBTC&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=hcp-healthcommerce)
---
---
title: "Staff Contacts"
url: "/campus-life/health-services/staff-contacts"
type: page
date: 2026-04-14
updated: 2026-04-21
---
# Staff Contacts
Health Services
## Staff Contacts
[Anne Mavor ](/node/1079)**Director of Health Services**
Health Services
[718-862-7217](tel:718-862-7217)
ALM 104
[Carolyn McKay ](/node/1086)**Nurse Practitioner**
Health Services
[718-862-7217](tel:718-862-7217)
ALM 104
[Michele Reyes ](/node/325)**Assistant Director of Operations & Special Projects**
Health Services
[718-862-7217](tel:718-862-7217)
ALM 104
---
---
title: "Academic Training Regulations for J-1 Students"
url: "/campus-life/isss/academic-training-regulations-for-j-1-students"
type: page
date: 2026-04-14
updated: 2026-06-01
---
# Academic Training Regulations for J-1 Students
## Academic Training Regulations for J-1 Students
Academic training is defined as paid employment directly related to the J-1 student's major area of study. The employment may be full or part-time.
A student in J-1 status may be authorized to participate in academic training during his or her studies or commencing no later than 30 days after completion of studies provided that:
- the student is in good academic standing
- the student has a job offer from a U.S. employer
- the student is recommended for academic training by the department advisor
- the training is an integral or critical part of the student's academic program
- the student receives written approval in advance from the Responsible Officer of the J-1 program
If a student does not have a job offer by the time 30 days after completion is reached, then academic training is forfeited. **The new DS-2019 for academic training must be issued before the previous DS-2019 expires.** The actual employment may begin after the 30 day limit. J-1 students may obtain academic training prior to completion of studies as well as after completion of studies, within the 18 month limit.
Academic training cannot exceed 18 months, including any prior academic training in the United States. Any academic training granted prior to completion of studies shall be deducted from the amount of academic training available after graduation. Therefore, students are well advised to consider their goals carefully before applying for academic training.
Students sponsored by Fulbright or other USAID agencies may be subject to shorter time limits for academic training. Such students may wish to check with their sponsoring agencies for further information.
Academic training must be recommended by the department and authorized by the J-1 sponsor. If a student has a DS-2019 issued by Manhattan University, then the Office of the International Student Advisor authorizes academic training. A student with a DS-2019 issued by an organization other than Manhattan University must obtain authorization for academic training from that organization.
Since an offer of employment is required to obtain approval for academic training, the following information must be provided on the Academic Advisor's Recommendation Form for Academic Training. The form is available in the Office of the International Student Advisor.
- a description of the academic training
- name and location of the employer
- name and address of the training supervisor
- number of hours to be worked per week
- beginning and ending dates of the training
- how the training relates to the student's field of study
- why the training is integral or critical to the student's academic program
Once the application for academic training is completed, the Office of the International Student Advisor will issue to the student a letter authorizing the specific employment. If the student's current DS-2019 is about to expire, then a new DS-2019 will be issued for academic training purposes.
Download the Recommendation Form for Academic Training
Document
[Academic\_Advisors\_Recommendation\_for\_Academic\_Training.pdf](/sites/default/files/media/2026-04/Academic_Advisors_Recommendation_for_Academic_Training.pdf) (11.23 KB)
---
---
title: "Travel During Post-Completion Academic Training"
url: "/campus-life/isss/travel-during-post-completion-academic-training"
type: page
date: 2026-04-14
updated: 2026-06-01
---
# Travel During Post-Completion Academic Training
## Travel During Post-Completion Academic Training
For travel during post-completion Academic Training, follow the check-list below:
- Request a travel signature on your DS-2019 at least one week prior to traveling.
- Students or Exchange Visitors whose visas have expired or will expire during the period of Academic Training must consult with the Responsible Officer prior to travel outside the U.S. It may be difficult to obtain a new visa while outside the U.S. on post-completion Academic Training.
---
---
title: "Financial Aid Services"
url: "/offices/veterans/financial-aid-services"
type: page
date: 2026-04-14
updated: 2026-05-27
---
# Financial Aid Services
## Financial Aid Services
A range of financial aid services help student veterans pay for college.
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Manhattan University participates in several national programs that give educational benefits to military and veterans. Most of the information on eligibility, award amounts, and application process will be found on each organization’s website; however, the information below can help get you started.
If you have additional questions about military and veteran benefits for Manhattan University, our Veteran Certifying Official, David Bollert. He can be reached at .
In addition, all veterans are encouraged to complete a [FAFSA Verification](https://inside.manhattan.edu/offices/financial-aid/fafsa-verification.php) to see if they are eligible for additional support, such as a PELL grant or a Manhattan University scholarship.
### Yellow Ribbon Program
Manhattan University participates in the [Veterans Affairs Yellow Ribbon GI Education Enhancement Program](https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill/yellow_ribbon.asp) to assist with funding tuition expenses for military veterans. This tuition-benefit program includes both undergraduate and graduate study and either full- or part-time enrollment. Military dependents may also be eligible for this program. For eligible \*GI Bill® recipients, as a Unlimited Yellow Ribbon school this program allows you to attend Manhattan University in New York City at no cost.
Visit the V[eteran Financial Aid](https://inside.manhattan.edu/offices/financial-aid/veteran-financial-aid.php) webpage for more information about eligibility and how to apply for the Yellow Ribbon Program.
\*GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official [U.S. government website](http://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill).
### Veterans Tuition Awards
New York State residents may be eligible for the Veterans Tuition Awards (VTA) program. VTA is available for eligible veterans engaged in full-study or part-time study at Manhattan University. Contact your VA representative or visit the [HESC website](https://www.hesc.ny.gov/pay-for-college/financial-aid/types-of-financial-aid/nys-grants-scholarships-awards/veterans-tuition-awards.html) for more information.
### Scholarships
Manhattan University has a number of scholarships available for students. Visit our Grants & Scholarship page to learn more.
In addition, you may be eligible to apply for these veteran-specific external scholarships:
- [AFCEA War Veterans Scholarships, Afghanistan and Iraq War Veterans](http://www.afcea.org/site/?q=foundation/scholarships/war-veterans): Merit-based scholarships for persons on active duty in the uniformed military services, to honorably discharged U.S. military veterans (including Reservists and National Guard personnel) of the Enduring Freedom-Afghanistan or Iraqi Freedom Operations (years 2004-present) who are currently enrolled and attending classes in an undergraduate program part time or full time in an eligible STEM major degree program at an accredited four year college or university in the U.S.
- [AMVETS National Scholarship](https://amvetsnsf.org/scholarships/): AMVETS annually awards scholarships to veterans/active military, their sons, daughters or grand-children.
- [Ankin Law Office Annual Scholarship for Military Veterans](https://ankinlaw.com/military-scholarship/): Scholarship for veterans and immediate family members.
- [Army Women's Foundation Legacy Scholarship](http://www.awfdn.org/scholarships/general-information/): Grants for women soldiers, past and present, and their lineal descendants to help them attain their educational goals.
- [Education Dynamics](https://www.educationconnection.com/online-colleges/military-scholarship/): Military Scholarship for Veterans, Active Duty, and Military Spouses.
- [GoGrad.org](http://www.gograd.org/financial-aid/scholarships/military-veterans/): Graduate school scholarship opportunities for veterans.
- [Keller Law Offices Annual Scholarship for Military and Veterans](https://kellerlawoffices.com/military-scholarship/): Scholarship for veterans and immediate family members.
- [Marine Corp Scholarship Foundation](https://www.mcsf.org/apply/): Applicants must be a child of a Marine or Navy Corpsman who served with a Marine detachment.
- [Matthew L. Sharp Annual Military Scholarship](https://mattsharplaw.com/military-scholarship/): Annual award to veterans and immediate family members.
- [Mattar Veterans Advocates Merit Scholarship](http://www.vetsnational.com/veterans-scholarship.html): Applicants must be a servicemember or a spouse/dependent of a servicemember who wishes to continue their academic pursuits.
- [National Association of Veteran Program Administrators (NAVPA) National Scholarship Program](http://www.navpa.org/scholarship-application/): The purpose of the NAVPA National Scholarship Program is to provide financial assistance to veteran, service member and dependent students who are pursuing undergraduate, graduate and alternative certification at NAVPA member institutions.
- [National Military Family Association Military Spouse Scholarship](https://scholarships.militaryfamily.org/offers/nmfa-spouse-scholarship/): Scholarship for spouse of a member of the seven Uniformed Services with a valid military ID.
- [Sentinels of Freedom](http://www.sentinelsoffreedom.org/): Grants two to four year educational scholarships to servicemembers who sustained injuries resulting in 60% or higher permanent disability.
- [Tillman Military Scholarships](http://www.pattillmanfoundation.org/): Supports educational opportunities for veterans, servicemembers and their families by covering direct study-related expenses such as tuition, fees, books, room and board, and other needs, such as child care.
- [Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Military Scholarship Program](http://www.vfw.org/Scholarship/): Program of the VFW that provides scholarships for education or training to VFW members who are currently serving in uniform or have been discharged in the past 36 months.
- [Veterans United Foundation Scholarship](https://www.enhancelives.com/scholarships/): Veterans United Foundation Scholarship creates opportunities for family members of service members and Veterans to achieve their educational dreams.
- [VFW Sports Clips Help a Hero Scholarship](https://www.vfw.org/scholarship/): Provides service members and veterans with the financial assistance they need to complete their educational goals without incurring excessive student loan debt.
- [Women Marine Scholarships](https://www.womenmarines.org/scholarships): The Women Marines Association offers multiple grants and scholarships to active duty or veteran women the Marines, their spouses, or their children.
- [Wyakin Warrior Foundation](http://www.wyakin.org/): Receive a college scholarship, assistance with living expenses and career guidance and mentorship as an OEF/OIF wounded veteran.
### VA Work Study
Each semester, the Veterans Success Center has VA Work Study positions available for current student veterans. Contact David Bollert at to learn more.
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*An approved chapter of Student Veterans of America.*
Browse a range of financial aid services that help student veterans pay for college at Manhattan University.
---
---
title: "News and Events"
url: "/offices/veterans/news-and-events"
type: page
date: 2026-04-14
updated: 2026-05-22
---
# News and Events
Veterans Success Programs
# News and Events
Student veterans are encouraged to join us for our many events throughout the year. These are a great way to connect with other student veterans and be part of our campus community.
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## Veterans Events Calendar
## All Events
### News Articles
[Military Friendly Names Manhattan College A Top Ten College For Student Veterans](/news/archive/2022/03/military-friendly-names-manhattan-top-ten-college-for-student-veterans.php)
[Manhattan One of 52 Colleges Nationwide to Earn Gold-Level Award for Student Veterans](/news/archive/2021/02/military-friendly-names-manhattan-gold-level-institution-for-student-veterans.php)
[Manhattan College Named a Military Friendly School](/news/archive/2020/02/military-friendly-school-2020-silver.php)
[Captured Portraits Tell Veteran Stories](https://www.riverdalepress.com/stories/captured-portraits-tell-veteran-stories,68705)
[Manhattan College Among Top Colleges for Student Veterans](/news/archive/2019/01/manhattan-college-among-top-colleges-for-student-veterans.php)
[Interview with Jonathan Hoogerhyde, Marine Veteran and Engineering Student at Manhattan College](https://www.rallypoint.com/shared-links/jonathon-hoogerhyde-marine-veteran-an-engineering-student-at-manhattan-college)
[Welcoming veterans to belated college careers with yoga and a dose of Taoism](https://religionnews.com/2018/11/12/welcoming-veterans-to-belated-college-careers-with-yoga-and-a-dose-of-taoism/)
[Military Times Includes Manhattan College On Its Annual Best For Vets: Colleges 2019 List](/news/archive/2018/10/military-times-best-colleges-for-vets.php)
[Manhattan College Named One of Nation's Top Military Friendly Schools](/news/archive/2018/05/military-friendly-schools-2018.php)
[Student Veteran Kirsten Battocchio Named Undergraduate Valedictorian](/news/archive/2018/04/student-veteran-kirsten-battocchio-named-undergraduate-valedictorian.php)
[Student Veteran Nicholas Jurek Honored at Yankee Stadium](/news/archive/2017/08/student-veteran-nicholas-jurek-honored-at-yankee-stadium.php)
[Student Veterans Build Community Centered Around Success at Manhattan College](/news/archive/2017/06/student-veterans-build-community-centered-around-success-at-manhattan-college.php)
[I’m Not a Girl, I’m a Human: Female Veterans Speak on U.S. Military Panel](http://seek-mc.tumblr.com/post/159044226411/im-not-a-girl-im-a-human-female-veterans-speak)
[Veterans Discover Healing Power of Yoga and Meditation](/news/archive/2015/04/veterans-discover-healing-power-yoga-and-meditation.php)
[Yoga Helps Recenter Nation's Returning Vets](http://www.ny1.com/nyc/all-boroughs/health-and-medicine/2015/06/10/yoga-helps-recenter-nation-s-returning-vets.html)
[College to Host Film Screening of Documentary on Alumnus' Life as POW on Veteran's Day, Nov. 11](/news/archive/2013/10/college-host-film-screening-documentary-alumnus-life-pow-veterans-day-nov-11.php)
---
---
title: "Policies and Procedures | Veterans"
url: "/offices/veterans/policies-and-procedures"
type: page
date: 2026-04-14
updated: 2026-06-08
---
# Policies and Procedures | Veterans
## Policies and Procedures
### Academic Information
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#### Course Registration
- Manhattan University offers priority registration to all student veterans. This allows veterans to be among the first students to register each semester.
- In order to register at assigned time, military/veteran students are required to submit registration form to their dean’s office at least two working days prior. In addition, military/veteran students must not have any holds on their account.
#### Education/Curriculum Plan
- Military/veteran/dependent students should work with the Advisors from the various Schools of the University who will coordinate with the Registrar’s Office and Degree Works software to develop a complete education plan for their educational goals.
#### Drop/Add Course
- Military/veteran/dependent students must submit drop/add requests through the University’s Self Service system or file a drop/add form with their advisor by deadlines as outlined in the Academic Calendar.
#### Prior Credit Evaluations
- Credit will be granted only for specific work when completed at accredited institutions whose quality and course content have been approved by Manhattan University.
- Typically, students are not allowed to transfer in more than 50% of the credits required for graduation and are required to take at least half of their courses at Manhattan University which will normally take four semesters of full-time study.
- “P†grades may be accepted for credit but only if they represent a “C†or better as defined by the regulations of the institution of origin.
#### Remedial Training
- Military/veteran/dependent students may participate in special classes that teach strategies and techniques to assist with academic challenges which are available through Manhattan University’s Center for Academic Success.
#### Transcripts
- Transcripts can be ordered by letter, online (), or in person from the Office of the Registrar. To ensure prompt delivery of the transcript, requests should be made at least two weeks before the transcript is desired. The established fee for each transcript is five dollars. No transcript will be issued for students whose accounts are in arrears.
#### Attendance
- Military/veteran/dependent students are required to fulfill all course requirements as detailed in the course syllabi for their registered courses. Implicit in these requirements is completion of all course assignments and attendance in all classes.
- A student who is absent from class cannot expect the course instructor to provide notes or allow makeup tests, quizzes, or laboratories. The student may incur an appropriate grading penalty for such absences if the penalty was described in the syllabus. Reasonable accommodations for absences are recommended, but are solely at the discretion of the course instructor.
- If the instructor believes that a student’s failure to attend class is substantially affecting the student’s course grade, then the instructor is strongly encouraged to report the situation to the dean of the school in which the student is matriculated. It is recommended that the dean be contacted by the course instructor after the student incurs four hours of absences in a course. The dean will address the situation with the student.
#### Leave of Absence
- Students wishing to file for leave of absence should notify their Assistant Dean/Advisor who will then notify the Registrar's Office via email copying Financial Aid, Bursar, Residence Life if applicable, and Retention Specialist.
- Leave of absence will not normally be granted for more than one year, but under extraordinary circumstances may be extended for up to one additional year. A leave greater than two academic years will be considered only when the time period requested is inherent to the activity (e.g. a three-year term of active military duty) and must be stated at the time of the request.
- Time spent on a leave of absence counts towards time limits for the completion of a degree, and will therefore not be granted to students whose time limits expire during the period of their leave. If a student requests a leave of absence as a result of being called to active military duty, time spent on leave does not count towards time limits.
#### Financial Aid
Title IV Federal Aid Accepted military/veteran/dependent students are encouraged to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form. Students will be made aware of Federal financial aid prior to other financing options.
Financial Aid Award Letter After review of their financial aid applications, military/veteran/dependent students will receive a financial aid assistance offer in the form of a financial aid award notice from the Office of Admissions and Financial Aid.
#### Financial Aid Shopping Sheet
Along with their financial aid award letter, military/veteran/dependent students will be provided a Financial Aid Shopping Sheet that addresses costs and funding options.
In accordance with Title 38 US Code 3679 subsection (e), this school adopts the following additional provisions for any students using U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Post 9/11 G.I. Bill® (Ch. 33) or Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment (Ch. 31) benefits, while payment to the institution is pending from the VA.
This school **will not**:
- Prevent nor delay the student’s enrollment;
- Assess a late penalty fee to the student;
- Require the student to secure alternative or additional funding;
- Deny the student access to any resources available to other students who have satisfied their tuition and fee bills to the institution, including but not limited to access to classes, libraries, or other institutional facilities.
### New Student Admission Requirements
Visit this page for information on requirements you you will need to complete as part of your application to Manhattan University:
[Learn more about admissions requirements](/admissions/undergraduate/requirements/veterans.php)
**Military/veteran/dependent applicants should apply as a freshman if they meet any of the following criteria:**
- Served in the Army, Marine Corps, Navy or Coast Guard (or are an eligible dependent) and have not completed any university coursework online or at a university campus.
- Served in the Air Force but do not have a CCAF/Air University or Joint Services Transcript.
- Military/veteran/dependent applicants should apply as a transfer if they meet any of the following criteria:
- Served in the Air Force and have a CCAF/Air University or Joint Services Transcript.
- Served in the Army, Marine Corps, Navy or Coast Guard and completed coursework online or at a university campus prior to/during/after military service.
- Are an eligible dependent of a veteran from any military branch and have already completed some college coursework.
**Military/veteran/dependent applicants should apply as a graduate if they meet the following criteria:**
- Completed an undergraduate degree at a regionally accredited college or university.
- In addition to items required for freshman and transfer applications, military/veteran applicants must also provide a Joint Services Transcript.
#### Recruitment
Our enrollment strategy for student veterans is to cultivate relationships with each applicant that assures a smooth transition into the Manhattan University community.
At the time an application is submitted, we contact the student veteran to schedule an interview with the an admissions representative. If a student veteran has submitted the $75 application fee prior to meeting with admissions, a refund is processed, but all student veterans may request an application fee waiver by entering "Veteran" on the Common Application, Coalition Application, or the Paper Application.
During appointments, admissions provides the contact information for the VA Certifying Official, reviews information regarding the Yellow Ribbon Award, Post 9/11 GI Bill®, and other service member benefits. Manhattan University believes that providing as much information face to face will help with limiting confusion for the student veteran, to increase the odds of their eventual success on campus.
Manhattan University does not support or condone fraudulent and aggressive recruiting practices for any students. The University will continue to uphold its high ethical standards for recruiting.
#### Direct Outreach
The Admissions office at Manhattan University has established one-to-one relationships with Veteran Affairs officials at local community colleges (eg. Westchester Community College, Rockland Community College, LaGuardia Community College). Someone from the admissions office will visit two year schools to meet with student veterans in their veteran center at least once a semester. This allows Manhattan to discuss our unique first year experience programming for student veterans that helps with combating transition stress, PTS, anxiety, and other debilitating issues facing student veterans across the country today (see Manhattan University Veterans at Ease program).
Manhattan University invests in recruiting all types of student veterans, but we do utilize collegefish.org to identify student veterans around the world with an interest in attending college in New York. We will include those students in general correspondence notifications (mailings, emails) that are sent to all prospective transfer (or freshmen, if applicable) students.
Manhattan University partners with School Guide Publications for annual advertisements in the "Veterans Education Guide."
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title: "James Patterson Honors Program"
url: "/academics/honors/james-patterson-honors-program"
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date: 2026-04-23
updated: 2026-04-26
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# James Patterson Honors Program
Academics
# James Patterson Honors Program
The James Patterson Honors Program is a hub for creative, ethical, and dynamic programming that connects students both to the campus and the broader community. All JPHP initiatives, including courses, speaker series events, workshops, peer mentoring, and contests, will reflect a strong commitment to preparing students for successful and ethical lives.
We envision JPHP graduates leaving Manhattan as thoughtful, articulate, and engaged individuals, skilled thinkers, writers, and speakers, who are well equipped to contribute meaningfully to their communities and professions.
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## A Pipeline to Success
Inspired and supported by one of Manhattan University’s most illustrious graduates, best-selling author James Patterson ’69, the Patterson Honors Program provides students with curated academic and leadership workshops, as well as professional development opportunities including internships, mentorships and research experiences.
[Embedded Video](https://www.youtube.com/embed/YdyRRU5IvTU)
### Come Build Your Story
The unique curriculum and extraordinary programming of the James Patterson Honors Program will transform students into polished leaders, ready to innovate, inspire, and change lives in positive ways.
Through the [James Patterson Speaker Series](/node/2195/), students from the Honors program hear directly from leaders from varied industries and have plentiful opportunities to engage with them at events held throughout the academic year. Each Honors cohort receives enriched exposure and access to the endless possibilities of Manhattan University’s Jasper alumni network and the robust professional ecosystem of New York City.
#### How to Join
Top prospective students will be informed of their selection when they are admitted to Manhattan University.
#### Academics
The James Patterson Honors Program (JPHP) curriculum provides JPHP students with advanced and academically engaging coursework. First-year JPHP students are enrolled in a two-semester sequence of courses fostering exemplary communication, community engagement, creativity, collaboration, and leadership.
After their first-year, JPHP students have the opportunity to enroll in courses on trends in industry and leadership development. In their senior year, students complete an intensive capstone or industry experience project, culminating in a presentation at the annual Honors Student Showcase.
#### Mentorship and Career Development
Practical, hands-on experiences are a vital aspect of the James Patterson Honors Program. Students enjoy networking and professional development activities offered by the Office of Career Pathways. JPHP students have access to an exclusive Mentor Program track, and will be connected with multiple mentors throughout their four years, including faculty, alumni, industry leaders and student peers.
Professional workshops, such as those on Personal Branding, Professional Presence, Developing a Growth Mindset, are available for all JPHP students. In the summer, JPHP students have the opportunity to apply for JPHP Summer Leadership Scholarships, in which students are paid to work with a faculty or staff member on developing a community program.
James Patterson Honors Program
## 2025-26 James Patterson Speaker Series
The James Patterson Speaker Series is free and open to students, families, friends, and the community.
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[Michael Dowling ](/academics/honors/james-patterson-honors-program/speaker-series/2025-26/michael-dowling-ceo-emeritus-of-northwell-health)**After the Roof Caved In: An Immigrant’s Journey from Ireland to America**
**February 17, 2026 at 7 p.m.**
Kelly Commons, Room 5B
**Michael Dowling** is a prominent healthcare leader and advocate on social issues. CEO Emeritus of Northwell Health since October 2025, he previously served more than 23 years as president and CEO, leading major growth and innovation. He advises on public health initiatives while focusing on teaching and writing. Widely honored, he has received TIME’s Global Health recognition, multiple international fellowships, major civic awards and honorary degrees. A former New York State official and academic, Dowling is also an accomplished author on healthcare leadership and reform.
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[Andrew McCarthy ](/academics/honors/james-patterson-honors-program/speaker-series/2025-26/andrew-mccarthy)**Who Needs Friends: An Unscientific Examination of Male Friendship Across America**
**Tuesday, March 24, 2026**
7:00 p.m. | Kelly Commons, Room 5B
Andrew McCarthy is the author of four books, *Walking with Sam: A Father, A Son, and Five Hundred Miles Across Spain*; *Brat: An ’80s Story*; *Just Fly Away*; and *The Longest Way Home*—all *New York Times* bestsellers. He is an award-winning travel writer and served for a dozen years as an editor-at-large at *National Geographic Traveler*.
Best known as an actor for the past four decades, Andrew has appeared in such iconic films as *Pretty in Pink* and *Less Than Zero*. He lives in New York. A complimentary copy of his book, *Who Needs Friends: An Unscientific Examination of Male Friendship Across America*, will be provided.
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[Admiral William H. McRaven (Ret.) ](/academics/honors/james-patterson-honors-program/speaker-series/2025-26/admiral-william-h-mcraven)**Duty, Honor, Country & Life: A Tribute to the American Spirit**
**Monday, April 20, 2026**
**7:00 p.m. | Kelly Commons, Room 5B**
Admiral William H. McRaven is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of *Make Your Bed* and *The Wisdom of the Bullfrog* and the New York Times bestsellers *Sea Stories: My Life in Special Operations* and *The Hero Code: Lessons Learned from Lives Well Lived*. In his thirty-seven years as a Navy SEAL, he commanded at every level. As a Four-Star Admiral, his final assignment was as Commander of all U.S. Special Operations Forces.
After retiring from the Navy, he served as the Chancellor of the University of Texas System from 2015 to 2018. He now lives in Austin, Texas with his wife, Georgeann.
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[The Honorable Hector Gonzalez ’85 with Connor Flannery ’16 ](/academics/honors/james-patterson-honors-program/speaker-series/2025-26/hector-gonzalez-85-connor-flannery-16)**Tuesday, November 4, 2025**
**4:30 p.m. | Kelly Commons, Room 5B**
The James Patterson Honors Program at Manhattan University welcomed the esteemed United States District Judge for the Eastern District of NY, the Honorable Hector Gonzalez '85 and his law clerk, Connor Flannery '16 for a fireside chat regarding the law, Lasallian education at Manhattan University, and his career path.
*Co-sponsored by:*
*The James Patterson Honors Program, Alumni Relations,*
*Manhattan University Alumni Law and Public Policy Committee.*
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[Alex Schultz ](/academics/honors/james-patterson-honors-program/speaker-series/2025-26/alex-schultz)**Thursday, October 9, 2025**
**12 p.m. | Smith Auditorium, Squeri Hall**
Alex Schultz is chief marketing officer and VP of analytics for Meta, overseeing marketing, product analytics, global experience, and design and creative. He built and runs Meta’s data science and data engineering teams to help set strategy, provide business intelligence and drive user growth and engagement. Since joining Meta in 2007, he has run some of the most effective online direct response campaigns in the company’s history and is credited with helping grow its user base to nearly 3.3 billion daily users globally.
Named one of the world’s most influential CMOs in 2024 and 2025 by Forbes, Schultz has largely influenced the way companies achieve growth in the digital age.
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James Patterson ’69 and Patrick Leddin
**Monday, September 29, 2025**
**7-8 p.m. | Kelly Commons, 5th Floor**
The James Patterson Honors Program at Manhattan University was proud to welcome bestselling authors, James Patterson ’69 and Patrick Leddin, Ph.D., for an engaging conversation about their latest book, *Disrupt Everything—and Win*.
A complementary copy of *Disrupt Everything—and Win* was made available to the first 500 attendees.
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James Patterson ’69
**Why I'm Investing Big in Manhattan University: An Interview with James Patterson ’69**
**Thursday, September 9, 2025**
**7-9 p.m. | Draddy Gymnasium**
The James Patterson Honors Program at Manhattan University was proud to welcome the world’s bestselling author and distinguished alumnus, James Patterson ’69, for an inspiring conversation on success. Following the event, Mr. Patterson participated in a book signing.
James Patterson Honors Program
## Media Mentions
The James Patterson Honors Program at Manhattan University has recently been highlighted in the media for its commitment to academic excellence and student achievement.
- [Associated Press ](https://apnews.com/article/james-patterson-manhattan-university-honors-program-22202d40ad3a7cc1a8829a27c7defd7f)
- [U.S. News & World Report ](https://www.usnews.com/news/best-states/new-york/articles/2024-11-13/james-patterson-to-help-lead-honors-program-at-his-undergraduate-alma-mater-manhattan-university)
Contact Us
## Questions on the James Patterson Honors Program?
Dr. Michele Saracino
Executive Director
(718) 862-7412
Eliza Newman
Assistant Director
(718) 862-7176
---
---
title: "James Patterson Speaker Series"
url: "/academics/honors/james-patterson-honors-program/speaker-series"
type: page
date: 2026-04-23
updated: 2026-04-23
---
# James Patterson Speaker Series
James Patterson Honors Program
# Speaker Series
Through this series, elite industry leaders visit campus to share their ideas, engage with Honors students, and enrich the broader Manhattan University community.
The Speaker Series is a flagship component of the [James Patterson Honors Program (JPHP)](/node/2194/) at Manhattan University.
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### Why It Matters
The Speaker Series gives James Patterson Honors Program (JPHP) students direct access to accomplished professionals, innovators, and thought leaders from a wide range of fields.
More than traditional lectures, the series fosters meaningful interaction through conversations, Q&A sessions, networking opportunities, mentorship, and behind-the-scenes engagement with speakers.
It also enhances Manhattan University’s profile by bringing high-impact voices to campus, connecting students with alumni and industry partners, and reinforcing the University as a center for leadership, creativity, and professional growth.
### What to Expect
JPHP students benefit from exclusive engagement opportunities, including smaller-format workshops, panels, and informal gatherings that allow for deeper dialogue and mentorship with visiting speakers.
Many Speaker Series events are open to the broader Manhattan University community, welcoming students, faculty, staff, alumni, and families to participate and engage.
The series features a variety of formats, including lectures, fireside chats, book talks, and interviews, designed to appeal to different interests and learning styles.
Beyond the events themselves, the Speaker Series serves as a catalyst for new ideas, meaningful connections, and fresh perspectives as students shape their academic and professional paths.
James Patterson Honors Program
## 2025-26 James Patterson Speaker Series
The James Patterson Speaker Series is free and open to students, families, friends, and the community.
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Michael Dowling
**After the Roof Caved In: An Immigrant’s Journey from Ireland to America**
**February 17, 2026 at 7 p.m.**
Kelly Commons, Room 5B
**Michael Dowling** is a prominent healthcare leader and advocate on social issues. CEO Emeritus of Northwell Health since October 2025, he previously served more than 23 years as president and CEO, leading major growth and innovation. He advises on public health initiatives while focusing on teaching and writing. Widely honored, he has received TIME’s Global Health recognition, multiple international fellowships, major civic awards and honorary degrees. A former New York State official and academic, Dowling is also an accomplished author on healthcare leadership and reform.
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Andrew McCarthy
**Who Needs Friends: An Unscientific Examination of Male Friendship Across America**
**Tuesday, March 24, 2026**
7:00 p.m. | Kelly Commons, Room 5B
Andrew McCarthy is the author of four books, *Walking with Sam: A Father, A Son, and Five Hundred Miles Across Spain*; *Brat: An ’80s Story*; *Just Fly Away*; and *The Longest Way Home*—all *New York Times* bestsellers. He is an award-winning travel writer and served for a dozen years as an editor-at-large at *National Geographic Traveler*.
Best known as an actor for the past four decades, Andrew has appeared in such iconic films as *Pretty in Pink* and *Less Than Zero*. He lives in New York. A complimentary copy of his book, *Who Needs Friends: An Unscientific Examination of Male Friendship Across America*, will be provided.
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Admiral William H. McRaven (Ret.)
**Duty, Honor, Country & Life: A Tribute to the American Spirit**
**Monday, April 20, 2026**
**7:00 p.m. | Kelly Commons, Room 5B**
Admiral William H. McRaven is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of *Make Your Bed* and *The Wisdom of the Bullfrog* and the New York Times bestsellers *Sea Stories: My Life in Special Operations* and *The Hero Code: Lessons Learned from Lives Well Lived*. In his thirty-seven years as a Navy SEAL, he commanded at every level. As a Four-Star Admiral, his final assignment was as Commander of all U.S. Special Operations Forces.
After retiring from the Navy, he served as the Chancellor of the University of Texas System from 2015 to 2018. He now lives in Austin, Texas with his wife, Georgeann.
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The Honorable Hector Gonzalez ’85 with Connor Flannery ’16
**Tuesday, November 4, 2025**
**4:30 p.m. | Kelly Commons, Room 5B**
The James Patterson Honors Program at Manhattan University welcomed the esteemed United States District Judge for the Eastern District of NY, the Honorable Hector Gonzalez '85 and his law clerk, Connor Flannery '16 for a fireside chat regarding the law, Lasallian education at Manhattan University, and his career path.
*Co-sponsored by:*
*The James Patterson Honors Program, Alumni Relations,*
*Manhattan University Alumni Law and Public Policy Committee.*
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[Alex Schultz ](https://youtu.be/y-SAhJ8qJmQ?si=zWQnwwXPtZUGrqki)**Thursday, October 9, 2025**
**12 p.m. | Smith Auditorium, Squeri Hall**
Alex Schultz is chief marketing officer and VP of analytics for Meta, overseeing marketing, product analytics, global experience, and design and creative. He built and runs Meta’s data science and data engineering teams to help set strategy, provide business intelligence and drive user growth and engagement. Since joining Meta in 2007, he has run some of the most effective online direct response campaigns in the company’s history and is credited with helping grow its user base to nearly 3.3 billion daily users globally.
Named one of the world’s most influential CMOs in 2024 and 2025 by Forbes, Schultz has largely influenced the way companies achieve growth in the digital age.
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[James Patterson ’69 and Patrick Leddin ](https://youtu.be/IhWAlHgfkkI?si=xISvJoKOyegXbGFR)**Monday, September 29, 2025**
**7-8 p.m. | Kelly Commons, 5th Floor**
The James Patterson Honors Program at Manhattan University was proud to welcome bestselling authors, James Patterson ’69 and Patrick Leddin, Ph.D., for an engaging conversation about their latest book, *Disrupt Everything—and Win*.
A complementary copy of *Disrupt Everything—and Win* was made available to the first 500 attendees.
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[James Patterson ’69 ](https://www.youtube.com/live/s808dHk0CI4?si=TRqs_5_MVc2Qxug7)**Why I'm Investing Big in Manhattan University: An Interview with James Patterson ’69**
**Thursday, September 9, 2025**
**7-9 p.m. | Draddy Gymnasium**
The James Patterson Honors Program at Manhattan University was proud to welcome the world’s bestselling author and distinguished alumnus, James Patterson ’69, for an inspiring conversation on success. Following the event, Mr. Patterson participated in a book signing.
Contact Us
## Questions on the James Patterson Honors Program?
Dr. Michele Saracino
Executive Director
(718) 862-7412
Eliza Newman
Assistant Director
(718) 862-7176
---
---
title: "James Patterson Speaker Series: Michael Dowling, CEO Emeritus of Northwell Health"
url: "/academics/honors/james-patterson-honors-program/speaker-series/2025-26/michael-dowling-ceo-emeritus-of-northwell-health"
type: page
date: 2026-04-23
updated: 2026-04-23
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# James Patterson Speaker Series: Michael Dowling, CEO Emeritus of Northwell Health
James Patterson Honors Program
# Michael Dowling, CEO Emeritus of Northwell Health
The James Patterson Speakers Series at Manhattan University is proud to welcome Michael Dowling, CEO Emeritus of Northwell Health on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
The Speaker Series is a flagship component of the [James Patterson Honors Program (JPHP)](/node/2194/) at Manhattan University.
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**February 17, 2026 at 7 p.m.** Kelly Commons, Room 5B
The James Patterson Honors Program at Manhattan University was proud to welcome **Michael Dowling, CEO Emeritus of Northwell Health** on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
**Michael Dowling** is a prominent healthcare leader and advocate on social issues. CEO Emeritus of Northwell Health since October 2025, he previously served more than 23 years as president and CEO, leading major growth and innovation. He advises on public health initiatives while focusing on teaching and writing. Widely honored, he has received TIME’s Global Health recognition, multiple international fellowships, major civic awards and honorary degrees. A former New York State official and academic, Dowling is also an accomplished author on healthcare leadership and reform.
A complimentary copy of his memoir, *After the Roof Caved In: An Immigrant’s Journey from Ireland to America*, will be available to the first 150 attendees.
This event is part of the spring 2026 Speaker Series, a cornerstone of the James Patterson Honors Program. This event was free and open to the public.
**Moderator:** Dr. Kathleen Gallo, Former Executive Vice President and Chief Learning Officer Northwell Health and Founding Dean of the Hofstra Northwell School of Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies
Contact Us
## Questions on the James Patterson Honors Program?
Dr. Michele Saracino
Executive Director
(718) 862-7412
Eliza Newman
Assistant Director
(718) 862-7176
---
---
title: "James Patterson Speaker Series: Andrew McCarthy"
url: "/academics/honors/james-patterson-honors-program/speaker-series/2025-26/andrew-mccarthy"
type: page
date: 2026-04-23
updated: 2026-04-23
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# James Patterson Speaker Series: Andrew McCarthy
James Patterson Honors Program
# Andrew McCarthy
The James Patterson Speaker Series at Manhattan University is proud to welcome Andrew McCarthy on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. A director, actor, and award-winning travel writer, McCarthy brings a thoughtful and personal lens to storytelling, drawing on decades of creative work in film, television, and narrative nonfiction.
The Speaker Series is a flagship component of the [James Patterson Honors Program (JPHP)](/node/2194/) at Manhattan University.
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**Tuesday, March 24, 2026**
7:00 p.m. | Kelly Commons, Room 5B
The James Patterson Honors Program at Manhattan University is proud to welcome Andrew McCarthy on **Tuesday, March 24, 2026**. A director, actor, and award-winning travel writer, McCarthy brings a thoughtful and personal lens to storytelling, drawing on decades of creative work in film, television, and narrative nonfiction.
Andrew McCarthy is the author of four books, *Walking with Sam: A Father, A Son, and Five Hundred Miles Across Spain*; *Brat: An ’80s Story*; *Just Fly Away*; and *The Longest Way Home*—all *New York Times* bestsellers. He is an award-winning travel writer and served for a dozen years as an editor-at-large at *National Geographic Traveler*.
Best known as an actor for the past four decades, Andrew has appeared in such iconic films as *Pretty in Pink* and *Less Than Zero*. He lives in New York. A complimentary copy of his book, *Who Needs Friends: An Unscientific Examination of Male Friendship Across America*, will be provided.
This event, *Who Needs Friends: An Unscientific Examination of Male Friendship Across America*, is part of the **James Patterson Speaker Series**, a cornerstone of the James Patterson Honors Program. Free and open to the public, registration is required.
**Moderator:**
Kelly Marin, Ph.D., Chair of Behavioral and Social Sciences, Department and Professor of Psychology at Manhattan University
Contact Us
## Questions on the James Patterson Honors Program?
Dr. Michele Saracino
Executive Director
(718) 862-7412
Eliza Newman
Assistant Director
(718) 862-7176
---
---
title: "James Patterson Speaker Series: Admiral William H. McRaven (Ret.)"
url: "/academics/honors/james-patterson-honors-program/speaker-series/2025-26/admiral-william-h-mcraven"
type: page
date: 2026-04-23
updated: 2026-04-23
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# James Patterson Speaker Series: Admiral William H. McRaven (Ret.)
James Patterson Honors Program
# Admiral William H. McRaven (Ret.)
The James Patterson Speaker Series at Manhattan University is proud to welcome Admiral William H. McRaven on Monday, April 20, 2026. A retired four-star admiral and bestselling author, McRaven is widely recognized for his leadership in special operations and his reflections on service, character, and the American spirit.
The Speaker Series is a flagship component of the [James Patterson Honors Program (JPHP)](/node/2194/) at Manhattan University.
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**Monday, April 20, 2026**
**7:00 p.m. | Kelly Commons, Room 5B**
The **James Patterson Speakers Series** at Manhattan University is proud to welcome Admiral William H. McRaven on **Monday, April 20, 2026**. A retired four-star admiral and bestselling author, McRaven is widely recognized for his leadership in special operations and his reflections on service, character, and the American spirit.
Admiral William H. McRaven is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of *Make Your Bed* and *The Wisdom of the Bullfrog* and the New York Times bestsellers *Sea Stories: My Life in Special Operations* and *The Hero Code: Lessons Learned from Lives Well Lived*. In his thirty-seven years as a Navy SEAL, he commanded at every level. As a Four-Star Admiral, his final assignment was as Commander of all U.S. Special Operations Forces.
After retiring from the Navy, he served as the Chancellor of the University of Texas System from 2015 to 2018. He now lives in Austin, Texas with his wife, Georgeann.
A **complimentary copy of his book**, *Duty, Honor, Country & Life: A Tribute to the American Spirit*, will be provided.
This event is part of the James Patterson Speaker Series, a cornerstone of the [James Patterson Honors Program](/academics/honors-program/index.php). Free and open to the public, registration is required.
Contact Us
## Questions on the James Patterson Honors Program?
Dr. Michele Saracino
Executive Director
(718) 862-7412
Eliza Newman
Assistant Director
(718) 862-7176
---
---
title: "James Patterson Speaker Series: The Honorable Hector Gonzalez ’85 with Connor Flannery ’16"
url: "/academics/honors/james-patterson-honors-program/speaker-series/2025-26/hector-gonzalez-85-connor-flannery-16"
type: page
date: 2026-04-23
updated: 2026-04-23
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# James Patterson Speaker Series: The Honorable Hector Gonzalez ’85 with Connor Flannery ’16
James Patterson Honors Program
# The Honorable Hector Gonzalez ’85 with Connor Flannery ’16
The James Patterson Speaker Series at Manhattan University welcomes the Honorable Hector Gonzalez ’85, United States District Judge for the Eastern District of New York, and his law clerk, Connor Flannery ’16, on Tuesday, November 4, 2025.
The Speaker Series is a flagship component of the [James Patterson Honors Program (JPHP)](/node/2194/) at Manhattan University.
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**November 4, 2025 at 4:30 p.m.**
Kelly Commons, Room 5B
The James Patterson Honors Program at Manhattan University is proud to welcome the Honorable Hector Gonzalez ’85, United States District Judge for the Eastern District of New York, and his law clerk, Connor Flannery ’16.
Justice Gonzalez will participate in a fireside chat regarding the law, Lasallian education at Manhattan University, and his career path.
This event is part of the fall 2025 Speaker Series, a cornerstone of the James Patterson Honors Program.
**This event is free and open to the public.**
**Moderator:**
Dr. Margaret Groarke
Department Chairperson of History, Political and International Studies
*Co-sponsored by:*
*The James Patterson Honors Program, Alumni Relations,*
*Manhattan University Alumni Law and Public Policy Committee.*
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**Notes for attendees:**
Upon arrival, there will be two registration lines:
- One line exclusively for Manhattan University students, faculty, and staff with a valid Manhattan ID (and their guests).
- A second line for registered guests without a Manhattan ID.
- All bags will be checked upon entry.
Contact Us
## Questions on the James Patterson Honors Program?
Dr. Michele Saracino
Executive Director
(718) 862-7412
Eliza Newman
Assistant Director
(718) 862-7176
---
---
title: "James Patterson Speaker Series: Alex Schultz"
url: "/academics/honors/james-patterson-honors-program/speaker-series/2025-26/alex-schultz"
type: page
date: 2026-04-23
updated: 2026-04-23
---
# James Patterson Speaker Series: Alex Schultz
James Patterson Honors Program
# Alex Schultz
The James Patterson Speaker Series at Manhattan University is proud to welcome Alex Schultz, chief marketing officer and VP of Analytics for Meta, to Smith Auditorium, Squeri Hall on October 9, 2025.
The Speaker Series is a flagship component of the [James Patterson Honors Program (JPHP)](/node/2194/) at Manhattan University.
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**October 9, 2025 at 12 p.m.**
Smith Auditorium, Squeri Hall
The James Patterson Honors Program at Manhattan University was proud to welcome Meta’s Alex Schultz to Smith Auditorium, Squeri Hall on October 9, 2025.
**Alex Schultz** is Chief Marketing Officer and VP of Analytics for Meta, overseeing marketing, product analytics, global experience, and design and creative. He built and leads Meta’s data science and data engineering teams to help set strategy, provide business intelligence, and drive user growth and engagement. Since joining Meta in 2007, he has led some of the most effective online direct response campaigns in the company’s history and is credited with helping grow its user base to nearly 3.3 billion daily users globally.
Named one of the world’s most influential CMOs in 2024 and 2025 by Forbes, Schultz has helped shape how companies achieve growth in the digital age.
This event is part of the fall 2025 Speaker Series, a cornerstone of the James Patterson Honors Program. This event was free and open to the public.
**Moderator:**
Grishma Shah, Ph.D., Associate Dean, School of Business
### Watch the Recorded Livestream
[Embedded Video](https://www.youtube.com/embed/y-SAhJ8qJmQ)
Contact Us
## Questions on the James Patterson Honors Program?
Dr. Michele Saracino
Executive Director
(718) 862-7412
Eliza Newman
Assistant Director
(718) 862-7176
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title: "James Patterson Speaker Series: An Evening with James Patterson ’69 and Patrick Leddin, Ph.D."
url: "/academics/honors/james-patterson-honors-program/speaker-series/2025-26/an-evening-with-james-patterson-and-patrick-leddin"
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date: 2026-04-23
updated: 2026-05-06
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# James Patterson Speaker Series: An Evening with James Patterson ’69 and Patrick Leddin, Ph.D.
James Patterson Honors Program
# An Evening with James Patterson ’69 and Patrick Leddin, Ph.D.
The James Patterson Honors Program at Manhattan University was proud to welcome bestselling authors James Patterson ’69 and Patrick Leddin, Ph.D., for an engaging conversation about their book *Disrupt Everything—and Win* on September 29, 2025.
The Speaker Series is a flagship component of the [James Patterson Honors Program (JPHP)](/node/2194/) at Manhattan University.
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**September 29, 2025 at 7 p.m.**
Kelly Commons, 5th Floor
The James Patterson Honors Program at Manhattan University was proud to welcome bestselling authors James Patterson ’69 and Patrick Leddin, Ph.D., for an engaging conversation about their book *Disrupt Everything—and Win* on September 29, 2025.
Patterson, one of the world’s most prolific and widely read authors, has written numerous bestselling novels across genres and has been a leading advocate for literacy and education. Leddin, a leadership expert and former professor at Vanderbilt University, has co-authored several works focused on strategy, performance, and organizational success.
Together, they discussed the ideas behind *Disrupt Everything—and Win*, offering insights into innovation, leadership, and adapting to change in today’s fast-moving world.
This event was part of the fall 2025 Speaker Series, a cornerstone of the James Patterson Honors Program. Complimentary copies of the book were made available to the first 500 attendees.
This event was free and open to the public.
**Moderator:**
Bridget Chalk, Ph.D., Interim Provost, Manhattan University
### Watch the Recorded Livestream
[Embedded Video](https://www.youtube.com/embed/IhWAlHgfkkI?si=lz9XsNhm1dItTcWK)
Contact Us
## Questions on the James Patterson Honors Program?
Dr. Michele Saracino
Executive Director
(718) 862-7412
Eliza Newman
Assistant Director
(718) 862-7176
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title: "Commencement "
url: "/academics/resources/commencement"
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date: 2026-04-27
updated: 2026-06-16
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# Commencement
Academics
Commencement Planning Resources
Congratulations to the spring 2026 graduates! This resource hub provides ceremony schedules, ticketing, regalia, travel, parking, guest information, and day-of details. Find everything graduates and families need to prepare for a smooth and successful celebration at Manhattan University.
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Commencement Planning
Frequently Asked Questions
Who may participate in Commencement?
Commencement is open to all students who have graduated with a degree in September 2025, December 2025, and February 2026 or who will graduate in May 2026. There are no additional ceremonies held during September, December, or February.
All eligible students can participate in the May 2026 Commencement, except those who participated in a previous Commencement ("walkers").
Where is Commencement being held?
Commencement ceremonies are held at the **Draddy Gymnasium** at Manhattan University.
Where do students line up before the Commencement ceremony?
On the day of Commencement, graduating students will assemble in the designated areas listed below. You will be instructed to check in with your advisors, where you will be given a reader's card for the ceremony and line up in alphabetical order by school.
#### For Undergraduates
On the day of Commencement please go to the following location according to your school of enrollment:
**School****Location**Arts & SciencesSmith AuditoriumEngineeringChapel of De La Salle and His BrothersBusinessChapel of De La Salle and His Brothers#### For Graduate
On the day of Commencement, please go to the following location according to your school of enrollment:
**School****Location**Graduate Smith Auditorium
How many tickets will each graduating student receive?
For the Undergraduate ceremony, students will receive up to five guest tickets.
For the Graduate ceremony, students will receive up to eight guest tickets**.**
Graduates do not need a ticket for themselves.
There is no charge for tickets. Tickets will be made available later in the spring.
Children under 2 years old may attend without their own ticket, but they must sit on a parent or guardian's lap and may not occupy their own seat.
Will Commencement ceremonies be live-streamed?
Yes. Anyone who is unable to attend the event can watch a live stream on Manhattan University’s YouTube channel:
When will I receive my diploma?
Diplomas will be mailed in June to the home address on file with Manhattan University. Graduates will also receive a digital diploma by email that can be shared on social media and used for personal or professional purposes.
After receiving the digital diploma notification, students will have 72 hours to confirm or update their mailing address to ensure the printed diploma is sent to the correct location.
For questions about diploma delivery, please contact Jasper Central at jaspercentral@manhattan.edu
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Graduate Commencement
**Friday, May 15, 2026 | Draddy Gymnasium**
Graduate Commencement is open to all students who have graduated with a degree in September 2025, December 2025, and February 2026 or who will graduate in May 2026. There are no additional ceremonies held during September, December, or February.
All eligible students can participate in the May 2026 Commencement, except those who participated in a previous Commencement ("walkers").
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Spring Honors Convocation
**Friday, May 15, 2026 | Draddy Gymnasium**
The Spring Honors Convocation recognizes students for academic achievements throughout their college education. Spring inductees of the honor society Epsilon Sigma Pi will be recognized. Membership is the University's highest scholastic honor for which undergraduates of all academic programs are eligible. Additionally, more than 50 medals and prizes will be awarded and next-in-merit honorees will be acknowledged.
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Baccalaureate Mass
**Saturday, May 16, 2026 | The Chapel of De La Salle and His Brothers**
The annual Baccalaureate Mass at 10:00 a.m. welcomes all graduating students and their guests to gather in reflection and celebration. Held in The Chapel of De La Salle and His Brothers, the Mass marks the spiritual opening of the University’s commencement ceremonies. As the symbolic heart of Manhattan University, the Chapel provides a meaningful setting to honor achievements, offer gratitude, and look ahead to the future. This longstanding tradition invites the community to begin the day together before the formal conferral of degrees.
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Undergraduate Commencement
**Saturday, May 16, 2026 | Draddy Gymnasium**
Commencement is open to all students who have graduated with a degree in September 2025, December 2025, and February 2026 or who will graduate in May 2026. There are no additional ceremonies held during September, December, or February.
All eligible students can participate in the May 2026 Commencement, except those who participated in a previous Commencement ("walkers").
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Manhattan, NY
- [Club Quarters Midtown Hotel New York City](http://www.clubquarters.com/loc_nyMidtown.php)
- [Shelburne Murray Hill New York City](https://www.affinia.com/shelburne-hotel-suites/)
- [Affinia Manhattan New York City](https://www.affinia.com)
New Rochelle, NY
- [Radisson Hotel New Rochelle](http://www.radisson.com/new-rochelle-hotel-ny-10801/nyrochel)
- [Residence Inn New Rochelle](http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/hpnri-residence-inn-new-rochelle/)
Tarry Town, NY
- [Sheraton Hotel Tarrytown](http://www.sheratontarrytown.com/)
- [Westchester Marriott Tarrytown](http://www.westchestermarriott.com/)
- [DoubleTree by Hilton Tarrytown](https://sleepyhollowhotelny.com/)
- [Courtyard by Marriott Tarrytown](http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/hpngr-courtyard-tarrytown-greenburgh/)
- [Cambria Suites White Plains-Downtown](http://www.cambriasuites.com/hotel-white_plains-new_york-NY547)
White Plains, NY
- [Hampton Inn White Plains](http://www.whiteplainstarrytown.hamptoninn.com/)
- [Sonesta, White Plains](https://www.sonesta.com/sonesta-hotels-resorts/ny/white-plains/sonesta-white-plains-downtown)
Yonkers, NY
- [Courtyard Marriott Yonkers](http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/hpnyc-courtyard-yonkers-westchester-county/)
- [Hampton Inn Yonkers](http://www.hamptoninnyonkers.com/)
- [Residence Inn & Suites Yonkers](https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/hpnyk-residence-inn-yonkers-westchester-county/overview/)
- [Ramada Yonkers](https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/ramada/yonkers-new-york/ramada-yonkers-westchester/overview?CID=LC:RA::GGL:RIO:National:15377&iata=00093796)
Commencement Planning
Hotels & Local Accommodations
The following are all located within 15 miles of campus.
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title: "Commencement | Directons, Maps and Parking"
url: "/academics/resources/commencement-planning/parking-maps-directions"
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date: 2026-04-27
updated: 2026-06-03
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# Commencement | Directons, Maps and Parking
From Long Island, NY
**Robert F. Kennedy Bridge (Triborough Bridge)**
- Follow signs to Major Deegan Expressway (I-87) North.
- Exit at Van Cortlandt Park South, bear right off the ramp and bear right onto Broadway.
- At second traffic light, turn left and then left again onto Manhattan College Parkway.
**Whitestone or Throgs Neck Bridge**
- Take Cross Bronx Expressway (I-95) to Major Deegan Expressway (I-87) North.
- Exit at Van Cortlandt Park South, bear right off the ramp and bear right onto Broadway.
- At second traffic light, turn left and then left again onto Manhattan College Parkway.
From Upstate NY
**Saw Mill River Parkway/Henry Hudson Parkway**
- Exit at 246th Street.
- Turn left at first traffic light, turn right onto Fieldston Road at circle and then turn left onto Manhattan College Parkway.
**New York State Thruway (I-87)**
- The Thruway South (I-87) becomes the Major Deegan Expressway.
- Exit at Van Cortlandt Park South, turn right off ramp and bear right onto Broadway.
- At second traffic light, turn left and then left again onto Manhattan College Parkway.
From New Jersey
**George Washington Bridge**
- Take Henry Hudson Parkway North to 239th Street exit (no commercial vehicles).
- At stop sign, proceed straight across intersection (monument on left), pass traffic light and bear right at fork onto Manhattan College Parkway.
From Manhattan, NY
**F.D.R. Drive**
- Take F.D.R. Drive to Major Deegan Expressway (I-87) North.
- Exit at Van Cortlandt Park South, bear right off ramp and bear right onto Broadway.
- At the second traffic light, turn left and then left again onto Manhattan College Parkway.
**West Side Highway**
- Take West Side Highway to Henry Hudson Parkway North to W. 239th Street exit.
- At stop sign, proceed straight across intersection (monument on left), pass traffic light and bear right at fork onto Manhattan College Parkway.
From New England
**New England Thruway (I-95)**
- Take New England Thruway West to Cross Westchester Expressway, then onto New York State Thruway South.
- Exit at Van Cortlandt Park South, turn right off ramp and bear right onto Broadway.
- At second traffic light, turn left and then left again onto Manhattan College Parkway.
From Airports
**JFK**
- Take Van Wyck Expressway North to Grand Central Parkway to Robert F. Kennedy Bridge (Triborough Bridge), and follow the Long Island directions (above).
**LaGuardia**
- Take Grand Central Parkway to Robert F. Kennedy Bridge (Triborough Bridge), and follow Long Island directions (above).
**Newark Liberty**
- Take N.J. Turnpike North to George Washington Bridge and follow the New Jersey directions (above).
Commencement Planning
Driving Directions
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## Address & Maps
**4513 Manhattan College Parkway, Riverdale, NY 10471**
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## Parking
*Parking for all commencement events will be as follows:*
### Spring Honors Convocation – Friday, May 15, 2026 | 11:00 a.m.
- Parking will be available in the Broadway Garage and as directed by Public Safety for all guests attending the Spring Honors Convocation.
### Graduate Commencement – Friday, May 15, 2026 | 4:00 p.m.
- Parking will be available in the Broadway Garage and as directed by Public Safety for all guests attending Graduate Commencement.
### Baccalaureate Mass & Undergraduate Commencement – Saturday, May 16, 2026
- Baccalaureate Mass – 10:00 a.m. | The Chapel of De La Salle and His Brothers
- **Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony – 1:30 p.m. | Draddy Gymnasium**
*Graduating undergraduate students receive **one digital parking permit** through **Tassel**.*
*Seniors must complete the **graduation checklist** to receive the Tassel email. After logging in and registering for the ceremony, the **Stage Pass** appears in the top-right section of the homepage. This **Stage Pass** serves as your digital parking permit.*
*You may print the permit or share a screenshot with your family. The QR code can only be scanned once, and only one permit is issued per undergraduate student.*
**Please Note:** *Parking on Fieldston streets is prohibited by the Court of Appeals. Guests who park on Fieldston streets will be ticketed, towed, and responsible for all retrieval costs.*
Plan your visit to Manhattan University Commencement with campus directions, parking details, maps, transportation options, and guest guidance.
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title: "Alpha Epsilon Delta"
url: "/academics/honors/alpha-epsilon-delta"
type: page
date: 2026-04-27
updated: 2026-05-19
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# Alpha Epsilon Delta
## Alpha Epsilon Delta
**National honor society for health pre-professional students**
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[Alpha Epsilon Delta](http://www.aednational.tcu.edu/), the national honor society for health pre-professionals, was founded in 1926 to encourage and recognize excellence in pre-professional health scholarship. It functions as both an honor society and a service organization encouraging members to participate in civic engagement activities.
The honor society produces a biennial publication, *The Scalpel*, and provides opportunities for members to attend an annual convention and compete for scholarships.
Manhattan University established its chapter of Alpha Epsilon Delta in 2017.
### Eligibility
To qualify for membership, undergraduates must have:
- at least a 3.2 GPA in math and science courses
- at least a 3.2 overall GPA in all courses
[Explore Kakos School of Arts and Sciences">**Explore Kakos School of Arts and Sciences**](/academics/kakos)
### Moderator
Dr. Caitlin O'Brien
[718-862-7836](tel:718-862-7836)
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title: "Rankings and Return on Investment (ROI)"
url: "/about/rankings"
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date: 2026-04-28
updated: 2026-06-03
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# Rankings and Return on Investment (ROI)
Recognition & Rankings
A Top Ranked University Minutes from New York City
**Manhattan University earns national recognition year after year for academic excellence, return on investment, and student outcomes.**
Rankings tell a story, and ours is one of measurable value. From *The Wall Street Journal* and *U.S. News and World Report* to *Washington Monthly* and *The Princeton Review*, Manhattan University is consistently recognized among the nation's leading institutions for academic quality, career preparation, and the kind of return that transforms a degree into a launching pad. Located minutes from Midtown Manhattan, our students gain access to the internships, employers, and industries that define modern careers, and the rankings below reflect what that combination delivers: a respected education, strong outcomes, and a community committed to student success.
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Best Regional University in the North
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Master's University
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78%
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Return on Investment
A Manhattan University Degree Pays Off
ROI. When it comes to paying for college, those three little letters make all the difference. Attending Manhattan University is one of the best educational investments you can make, and our graduates prove it. Jaspers go on to careers at international companies like IBM, Google, JP Morgan, and Wells Fargo, with mid-career earnings and job placement outcomes that consistently outperform expectations. From starting salaries to long term career trajectory, a Manhattan University education delivers measurable value.
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The University ranked 28th in the U.S. News and World Report rankings of the nation’s best regional colleges and universities in the North.
Manhattan University is designated as one of the top ranked schools in the Best Colleges rankings that participate in federal initiatives helping veterans and active duty service members pay for their degrees.
Additionally, the School of Engineering was ranked among the top 50 undergraduate engineering programs in the nation that do not offer a doctorate.
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Best Colleges and ROI Rankings
Wall Street Journal
Manhattan University was recognized as the 52nd best college in the U.S. out of 500, according to *The Wall Street Journal’s* 2025 Best Colleges in the U.S. ranking, placing the University in the top 10%.
The University achieved an overall score of 80 out of 100, further solidifying its commitment to student success, academic excellence, and future job readiness.
When ranked by salary, the University placed in the top 4% for the salary impact for its graduates relative to tuition costs. The University also scored a salary impact score of 99 out of 100 and an average value added to graduate salary of $59,669.
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Nation’s Best Institutions for Undergraduates
The Princeton Review
Manhattan earned the distinction of being one of the nation’s best institutions for undergraduates, and one of the best colleges, according to *The Princeton Review*. The education services company profiles and recommends Manhattan in the 2025 edition of its annual college guide, *The Best 390 Colleges*.
*From The Princeton Review. Used with permission. ©2024 TPR Education IP Holding, LLC. The Princeton Review is not affiliated with Princeton University.*
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Military Friendly Schools
Military Times Best for Vets: Colleges
For the 11th consecutive year Manhattan University has been recognized as a Military Friendly School and reached Gold Status for the 2025 to 2026 academic year.
Military Times also ranked Manhattan University in 2026 as one of the Best Colleges for Vets. These recognitions reflect the University’s commitment to supporting veteran students through tailored programs, resources, and a community dedicated to their success.
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Stephen J. Squeri '81, '86 (MBA)
Chairman of the American Express Company
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Beyond the Numbers
What Makes the Difference
Rankings are nice. But what really moves the needle? The professor who knows your name. The classmate who becomes a co founder. The alumna who gets your resume to the right person. Becoming a Jasper means investing in your future and joining a Lasallian community that builds careers and builds character. That’s what prepares you for the real world.
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At Manhattan University, your education is built around who you are and where you want to go. Whether you’re ready to apply or just starting to explore, take the next step when you’re ready — we’re here to help.
[Apply Today](/admissions/apply)
[Visit Manhattan University](/admissions/visit)
[Request Information](/admissions/undergraduate/request-information)
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title: "Alpha Iota Delta"
url: "/academics/honors/alpha-iota-delta"
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updated: 2026-05-19
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# Alpha Iota Delta
## Alpha Iota Delta
**International honor society for decision sciences and information systems**
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[Alpha Iota Delta](http://alphaiotadelta.com/), the national honor society for decision sciences and information systems, was founded in 1971. The honor society seeks to:
- confer distinction to students in the decision sciences and information systems disciplines for academic excellence
- promote the infusion of the functional and behavioral areas of business with the tools, concepts, and methodologies of the decision sciences and information systems
- promote interest in the disciplines of decision sciences and information systems
Manhattan University established the Delta Chi chapter of Alpha Iota Delta in 1992.
### Eligibility
To qualify for membership, undergraduates must have:
- completed four upper-level courses in computer information systems with a grade of B+ or better
- at least a 3.0 overall GPA in all courses
[Explore O'Malley School of Business](/academics/business)
[Explore the Department of Accounting, Business Analytics, CIS and Law](/academics/business/departments/accounting-cis-law "Department of Accounting, Business Analytics, CIS and Law")
### Moderator
Dr. Alin Tomoiaga
[718-862-7872](tel:718-862-7872)
[stomoiaga01@manhattan.edu ](https://stomoiaga01@manhattan.edu%20)
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title: "Alpha Kappa Delta"
url: "/academics/honors/alpha-kappa-delta"
type: page
date: 2026-04-29
updated: 2026-05-19
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# Alpha Kappa Delta
## Alpha Kappa Delta
**International honor society for sociology**
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[Alpha Kappa Delta](http://www.alphakappadelta.org/), the international honor society for sociology, is dedicated to promoting outstanding scholarship in sociology, research into social problems, and other social and intellectual activities that will lead to the improvement of the human condition. The name of the society implies social research for the purpose of service. Alpha Kappa Delta was originally founded in 1920 at the University of Southern California, and Manhattan University’s chapter was founded in 1984.
### Eligibility
To qualify for membership, undergraduates must have:
- completed at least five sociology courses
- an overall GPA in the top third of their class
- at least a 3.25 GPA in their major
[Explore Kakos School of Arts and Sciences](/academics/kakos)
[Explore the Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences](/academics/kakos/departments/social-behavioral "Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences")
### Moderator
Roksana Badruddoja, Ph.D.
[718-862-7406](tel:718-862-7406)
[roksana.badruddoja@manhattan.edu ](https://roksana.badruddoja@manhattan.edu%20)
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title: "Alpha Sigma Lambda"
url: "/academics/honors/alpha-sigma-lambda"
type: page
date: 2026-04-29
updated: 2026-05-19
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# Alpha Sigma Lambda
## Alpha Sigma Lambda
National honor society for adult learners
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[Alpha Sigma Lambda](https://www.alphasigmalambda.org/) is an honor society which partners with universities to celebrate the scholarship and leadership of adult students in higher education. It is devoted to the advancement of scholarship and recognition of nontraditional students continuing their education.
The first chapter was originally founded in 1946 at Northwestern University and Manhattan University’s chapter was founded in 2012.
### Eligibility
To qualify for membership, undergraduates must have:
- completed at least 114 credits at Manhattan University in the School of Continuing and Professional Studies
- earned a minimum 3.7 GPA
[Explore Kakos School of Arts and Sciences](/academics/kakos)
### Chapter Councilor
Cheryl Harrison, Ed.D.
[718-862-7862](tel:718-862-7862)
[cheryl.harrison@manhattan.edu ](https://cheryl.harrison@manhattan.edu%20)
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title: "Beta Alpha Psi"
url: "/academics/honors/beta-alpha-psi"
type: page
date: 2026-04-29
updated: 2026-05-19
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# Beta Alpha Psi
## Beta Alpha Psi
**International honor organization for financial information students and professionals**
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[Beta Alpha Psi](https://www.bap.org/) is an international honor organization for financial information students and professionals in business programs accredited by AACSB International — The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. There are more than 300 chapters on college and university campuses nationwide with over 300,000 members initiated since Beta Alpha Psi's formation.
Beta Alpha Psi seeks to encourage and give recognition to scholastic and professional excellence in the business information field. This includes:
- promoting the study and practice of accounting, finance and information systems
- providing opportunities for self-development, service and association among members and practicing professionals
- encouraging a sense of ethical, social, and public responsibility
The Manhattan University chapter of Beta Alpha Psi was established in 2006. As one of the University’s most active student organizations, Beta Alpha Psi hosts dozens of events each year ranging from guest speakers on campus to field trips to professional sites in New York City.
### Eligibility
To qualify for membership, undergraduates must have:
- a minimum 3.0 overall GPA
- taken at least one upper-level course in accounting, finance or information systems toward their major
- active participation in the chapter’s professional and service activities
[Explore O'Malley School of Business](/academics/business)
[Explore the Accounting, Business Analytics, CIS and Law Department](/academics/business/departments/accounting-cis-law "Department of Accounting, Business Analytics, CIS and Law")
### Moderators
Aileen Farrelly
[718-862-7223 ](tel:718-862-7223%20)
Ahmed Goma
[718-862-7117 ](tel:718-862-7117%20)
[ahmed.goma@manhattan.edu ](https://ahmed.goma@manhattan.edu%20)
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title: "Beta Beta Beta"
url: "/academics/honors/beta-beta-beta"
type: page
date: 2026-04-29
updated: 2026-05-19
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# Beta Beta Beta
## Beta Beta Beta
**National honor organization for students in biology**
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Commonly known as TriBeta, [Beta Beta Beta](http://www.tri-beta.org/) is dedicated to improving the understanding and appreciation of biological study and extending boundaries of human knowledge through scientific research. Since its founding in 1922, more than 200,000 people have been accepted into lifetime membership, and more than 670 chapters have been established throughout the United States and Puerto Rico.
Manhattan University’s original chapter was founded in 1975 in cooperation with a joint Biology Department from the University of Mount Saint Vincent. After the two colleges parted ways in the mid-2000s, Manhattan University was chartered as the Chi Theta chapter of TriBeta in 2008.
TriBeta is active in organizing events and fundraisers to support causes including the protection and preservation of Van Cortlandt Park, and funding cancer research.
### Eligibility
To qualify for membership, undergraduates must have:
- a major in biology
- a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better at Manhattan University
- a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better in all biology courses at Manhattan University
- completed at least two courses above the level of general biology
[Explore Kakos School of Arts and Sciences](/academics/kakos)
[Explore the Department of Biological and Chemical Sciences](/node/2247)
### Moderator
Quentin Machingo, Ph.D.
[718-862-3844](tel:718-862-3844)
[quentin.machingo@manhattan.edu ](https://quentin.machingo@manhattan.edu%20)
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title: "Beta Gamma Sigma"
url: "/academics/honors/beta-gamma-sigma"
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date: 2026-04-29
updated: 2026-05-19
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# Beta Gamma Sigma
## Beta Gamma Sigma
**International honor society for students in business**
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[Beta Gamma Sigma](https://www.betagammasigma.org/) is the international honor society for business programs accredited by AACSB International — The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. Membership in Beta Gamma Sigma is the highest recognition a business student anywhere in the world can receive in a business program accredited by AACSB International.
Beta Gamma Sigma seeks to:
- encourage and honor academic achievement in the study of business, and personal and professional excellence in the practice of business
- foster an enduring commitment to the founding principles and values of honor and integrity
- encourage the pursuit of wisdom and earnestness
- support the advancement of business thought and to encourage lifelong learning
- enhance the value of Beta Gamma Sigma for student and alumni members in their professional lives
### Eligibility
To qualify for membership, undergraduates must:
- have a major in the O'Malley School of Business
- have completed a minimum of 3 semesters at Manhattan University
- rank in the top 10% of the senior class or in the top 5% of the junior class
[Explore O'Malley School of Business](/academics/business)
### Moderator
Dr. Edy Moulton-Tetlock
[emoulton01@manhattan.edu ](https://emoulton01@manhattan.edu%20)
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title: "Chi Epsilon"
url: "/academics/honors/chi-epsilon"
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date: 2026-04-29
updated: 2026-05-19
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# Chi Epsilon
## Chi Epsilon
**National honor society for civil engineering**
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Chi Epsilon, the civil engineering honor society, is dedicated to promoting the status of civil engineering and maintaining high standards of professional service. It seeks to place a mark of distinction upon students of civil engineering who exemplify the four traits of the successful engineer:
- scholarship
- character
- practicality
- sociability
Chi Epsilon was founded in 1922 at the University of Illinois. Manhattan University has had an active chapter on campus since 1949.
### Eligibility
To qualify for membership, undergraduates must:
- be a junior or senior
- be in the top one-third of their civil engineering class
- actively demonstrate the traits of scholarship, character, practicality and sociability
[Explore School of Engineering](/academics/engineering)
[Explore the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering](/academics/engineering/departments/civil-environmental "Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering")
### Moderator
Moujalli Hourani Ph.D.
[718-862-7172](tel:718-862-7172)
[moujalli.hourani@manhattan.edu ](mailto:moujalli.hourani@manhattan.edu)
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title: "Epsilon Sigma Pi"
url: "/academics/honors/epsilon-sigma-pi"
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date: 2026-04-29
updated: 2026-04-30
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# Epsilon Sigma Pi
## Epsilon Sigma Pi
**University-wide honor society exclusive to Manhattan University**
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Membership in this Society is the highest scholastic honor for which undergraduates of all programs of the University are eligible. Induction into this Society requires a cumulative scholarship index not less than 3.50. The following conditions for membership are applicable:
1. Students shall have completed six semesters with no fewer than 90 credits (including transfer credit, transient off-campus course credit, study-abroad credit, AP credit, CLEP credit, articulation or link-program credit).
2. Transfer students have the requisite index for the number of semesters completed at Manhattan University and have the same or higher index at all other colleges or universities attended prior to matriculation at Manhattan University. Students who have transferred from a country with a different grading system will have their transcripts reviewed by the Dean to determine that the requisite index at prior institutions was achieved.
3. Students may have no Ds or Fs on their transcripts from either Manhattan University or from any other colleges or universities attended after matriculation at Manhattan University.
4. Admission for Fall Honors Convocation shall be granted according to the following sliding scale of GPA based on the number of semesters in residence completed at Manhattan University:
**Semesters at Manhattan****GPA**63.553.643.733.823.9
5. At graduation, all students with a GPA of 3.5 or better who have fulfilled conditions 1-3 listed above shall be inducted into Epsilon Sigma Pi.
6. Under unusual circumstances, a student who does not meet the above conditions at graduation but who seeks nomination to Epsilon Sigma Pi may petition the Provost for special consideration. The Provost shall convene a meeting of the Deans to consider the special application. Their decision shall be final.
### Moderator
[Bridget Chalk, Ph.D.](/node/444)
*Interim Provost and Professor of English*
[provost@manhattan.edu ](https://provost@manhattan.edu%20)
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title: "Eta Kappa Nu"
url: "/academics/honors/eta-kappa-nu"
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date: 2026-04-29
updated: 2026-05-19
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# Eta Kappa Nu
## Eta Kappa Nu
**International honor society for electrical engineering**
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Eta Kappa Nu is the honor society of the [Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers](https://www.ieee.org/). The members consist of students, alumni, and other professionals who have demonstrated exceptional academic and professional accomplishments. Student members are selected on the basis of scholastic standing, character and leadership. Professional members are inducted by nomination of a current member, and by virtue of their contributions.
The Gamma Alpha chapter of Eta Kappa Nu was established at Manhattan University in 1950.
### Eligibility
To qualify for membership:
- juniors must be in the top quarter of their electrical engineering class
- seniors must be in the top third of their electrical engineering class
- students must show acceptable character, marked ability and personality
[Explore School of Engineering](/academics/engineering)
[Explore the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering](/academics/engineering/departments/electrical-computer "Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering")
### Moderator
Chester Nisteruk, Ph.D.
[718-862-7159](tel:718-862-7159)
[chester.nisteruk@manhattan.edu ](https://chester.nisteruk@manhattan.edu%20)
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title: "Financial Management Association"
url: "/academics/honors/financial-management-association"
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date: 2026-04-29
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# Financial Management Association
## Financial Management Association
**National honor society for finance students**
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The [Financial Management Association](http://www.fma.org/) (FMA) is the only national honor society specifically for finance students. The society recognizes outstanding students for scholastic achievements and provides students with an internationally recognized way to let potential employers know what they have accomplished.
### Eligibility
To qualify for membership, undergraduates must have:
- a 3.5 overall GPA or a 3.5 GPA in finance or finance-related coursework
- successfully completed six hours of finance-related coursework
- junior or senior class standing
[Explore O'Malley School of Business](/academics/business)
[Explore the Department of Economics and Finance](/node/2262)
### Moderator
Amira Annabi, Ph.D.
[718-862-7320](tel:718-862-7320)
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title: "Gamma Sigma Epsilon"
url: "/academics/honors/gamma-sigma-epsilon"
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date: 2026-04-29
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# Gamma Sigma Epsilon
## Gamma Sigma Epsilon
**National honor society for students of chemistry**
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[Gamma Sigma Epsilon](http://www.gammasigmaepsilon.org/), the chemistry honor society, was founded in 1919 to unite high achieving chemistry students in order to foster more comprehensive and cooperative study in chemistry and the related sciences.
The Manhattan University chapter was established in 1999. The chapter seeks to recognize outstanding students in chemistry and biochemistry and to promote interest and scholarship in chemistry and biochemistry.
[Explore Kakos School of Arts and Sciences](/academics/kakos)
[Explore the Department of Biological and Chemical Sciences](/academics/kakos/departments/bio-chem "Department of Biological and Chemical Sciences")
### Moderator
James McCullagh, Ph.D.
[718-862-7289](tel:718-862-7289)
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title: "Gamma Kappa Alpha"
url: "/academics/honors/gamma-kappa-alpha"
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# Gamma Kappa Alpha
## Gamma Kappa Alpha
**National honor society for students of Italian language and literature**
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Gamma Kappa Alpha, the Italian honor society, seeks to acknowledge superior scholastic performance in the field of Italian language, literature and culture. The society encourages students to acquire a greater interest in, and a deeper understanding of Italian culture, art and history.
[Explore Kakos School of Arts and Sciences](/academics/kakos)
[Explore the Department of English, World Languages and Literatures](/academics/kakos/departments/english-world-lang-lit "Department of English, World Languages and Literatures")
### Moderator
Nevart Wanger, Ph.D.
[718-862-7316](tel:718-862-7316)
[nonie.wanger@manhattan.edu ](mailto:nonie.wanger@manhattan.edu)
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title: "Kappa Alpha Omicron"
url: "/academics/honors/kappa-alpha-omicron"
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# Kappa Alpha Omicron
## Kappa Alpha Omicron
**International honor society for students of environmental studies**
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Kappa Alpha Omicron recognizes exceptional students within the environmental studies and science majors. Since its inception in the fall of 2020, the Manhattan University KAO Nu Chapter has grown significantly. Since then, our chapter has engaged in community service oriented projects such as waste removal in local parks and trails restoration among other philanthropic activities. The chapter also participated in the Interdisciplinary Environmental Association Carbon Challenge to increase consciousness of carbon usage and reduce consumption rates. In October of 2021, members from the chapter presented findings from a student-run research project on contaminants in the Bronx River and the implications of net-zero energy buildings on their surrounding environments at the Interdisciplinary Environmental Association’s 26th Annual International Conference on the Environment. As our chapter grows, our goal is to become more engaged in service projects and further incorporate the interests of our current members and incoming inductees.
### Eligibility
- Sophomore standing or higher
- A minimum overall GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent)
- A minimum GPA of 3.2 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) in the applicant’s major
- The completion of at least three courses deemed by the Admissions Committee to be within environmental science or environmental studies (ESS), two of which must be 200 (sophomore) level or higher, with a minimum
- GPA of 3.2 on a 4.0 scale (contact the KAO Director for inquiries)
[Explore Kakos School of Arts and Sciences](/academics/kakos)
[Explore the Department of Education](/academics/kakos/departments/education "Department of Education")
### Moderator
Dart Westphal
Director of Enviornmental Studies Program
Email:
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title: "Kappa Delta Pi"
url: "/academics/honors/kappa-delta-pi"
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# Kappa Delta Pi
## Kappa Delta Pi
**International honor society for students of education**
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[Kappa Delta Pi](http://www.kdp.org/), the education honor society, was established to foster excellence in education and promote fellowship among those dedicated to teaching. Membership is open only to the top 20 percent of those entering the education field. This prestigious honor society does not offer a one-time honor, but rather calls its members to a lifetime pursuit of knowledge, fidelity to humanity, service to others, and zeal for the education of youth. Accordingly, its members are urged to continue active membership, either in their original chapter or in one of the many alumni chapters throughout the country.
The Manhattan University Mu Sigma chapter was established in 1968. Today, it is one of the most active honor societies on campus. Our Kappa Delta Pi chapter sponsors an annual service trip abroad and is involved with community service efforts throughout the year including sponsoring events for neighborhood children such as Safe Halloween, Winter Wonderland and Literacy Alive. The honor society also hosts career panels focused on various aspects of the education field.
### Eligibility
To qualify for membership, students must:
- Express intent to continue in the field of education
- Demonstrate worthy educational ideals, professionalism, leadership and equity
Undergraduates must:
- Have 30 semester hours completed
- Have a cumulative grade-point average of at least 3.25 (on a 4.00 scale)
- Have at least 9 semester hours of Professional Education courses programmed, in progress, or completed
Graduate students must:
- Have completed 6 semester hours of graduate work in current program
- Have a cumulative grade-point average on all graduate work of at least 3.5 (on a 4.00 scale)
- Have at least 12 hours of professional education courses in progress, scheduled or completed
Contact with any questions about eligibility!
[Explore Kakos School of Arts and Sciences](/academics/kakos)
[Explore the Department of Education](/academics/kakos/departments/education "Department of Education")
### Moderator
Ruth Zealand, Ph.D.
[718-862-7493](tel:718-862-7493)
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title: "Lambda Nu"
url: "/academics/honors/lambda-nu"
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date: 2026-04-29
updated: 2026-05-19
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# Lambda Nu
## Lambda Nu
**National honor society for students of radiological sciences**
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As the national honor society for radiological sciences, [Lambda Nu](http://www.lambdanu.org/) aims to foster academic scholarship at the highest academic levels, promote research and investigation in the radiologic and imaging sciences, and recognize exemplary scholarship. With more than 180 chapters nationwide, Lambda Nu offers support and networking opportunities for students studying:
- radiography
- radiation therapy
- nuclear medicine
- diagnostic medical sonography
- cardiovascular-interventional technology
- mammography
- computed tomography
- magnetic resonance imaging
- bone densitometry
The Manhattan University chapter was established in 2007.
### Eligibility
To qualify for membership, undergraduates must:
- Have a cumulative GPA of 3.5;
- Have a major course GPA of 3.8 or above; and
- Demonstrate high professional standards in a clinical internship
[Explore Kakos School of Arts and Sciences](/academics/kakos)
### Moderator
Sneh Thakkar
[718-862-6392](tel:718-862-6392)
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title: "Lambda Pi Eta"
url: "/academics/honors/lambda-pi-eta"
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updated: 2026-05-19
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# Lambda Pi Eta
## Lambda Pi Eta
**International honor society for students of communication**
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Lambda Pi Eta is the National Communication Association’s official honor society. It recognizes students of communication who attain outstanding scholastic achievement in the field.
The Psi Beta chapter of Lambda Pi Eta was established at Manhattan University in 2008. The chapter seeks to:
- stimulate interest in the field of communication
- promote and encouraging professional development among communication majors
- provide an opportunity to discuss and exchange ideas in the field of communication
- establish and maintain closer relationships between faculty and students
- foster exploration of options for graduate education in communication studies
### Eligibility
To qualify for membership, undergraduates must have:
- a minimum 3.5 GPA in the communication major
- a minimum 3.0 GPA overall average in all courses
- junior or senior class standing
[Explore Kakos School of Arts and Sciences](/academics/kakos)
[Explore the Department of Communication, Sound and Media Arts](/academics/kakos/departments/comm-sou-med-arts "Department of Communication, Sound and Media Arts")
### Moderator
Michael Plugh
[718-862-7585](tel:718-862-7585)
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title: "Mu Kappa Tau"
url: "/academics/honors/mu-kappa-tau"
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date: 2026-04-29
updated: 2026-05-19
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# Mu Kappa Tau
## Mu Kappa Tau
**National honor society for students of marketing**
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Mu Kappa Tau is recognized nationwide as the only marketing honor society to offer both national recognition and chapter affiliation to its members. The society seeks to:
- encourage and recognize scholarship and high academic accomplishment among marketing students
- stimulate interaction and the exchange of ideas between members
- promote the advancement of education in marketing
- foster integrity in the conduct of marketing careers
- bring marketing professionals and students together on the basis of mutual interest, understanding and helpfulness
The Manhattan University chapter was established in 1999.
### Eligibility
Undergraduate marketing major students will qualify for Mu Kappa Tau induction by meeting all of the following criteria:
- Must have completed at least three semesters at Manhattan University
- A minimum overall cumulative GPA of 3.25
- Ranking in the top 10% of the Junior Class or the top 20% of the Senior Class
[Explore O'Malley School of Business](/academics/business)
[Explore the Department of Management and Marketing](/node/2263)
### Moderator
MJ Kim, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Marketing
[718-862-7195](tel:718-862-7195)
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title: "Omega Chi Epsilon"
url: "/academics/honors/omega-chi-epsilon"
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date: 2026-04-29
updated: 2026-05-19
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# Omega Chi Epsilon
## Omega Chi Epsilon
**National honor society for chemical engineering**
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Omega Chi Epsilon, the national honor society for chemical engineering, promotes high scholarship, encourages original investigations in chemical engineering and recognizes valuable traits of character, integrity and leadership.
Membership is limited to chemical engineering juniors, seniors and graduate students. All those elected must have traits and characteristics of leadership that make them likely to succeed as professional engineers. Associate membership in Omega Chi Epsilon is offered to professors or members of the staff who have shown noteworthy achievement in chemical engineering.
The Alpha Psi chapter of Omega Chi Epsilon was established at Manhattan University in 1985.
### Eligibility
To qualify for membership:
- juniors must be in the top 25% of their class
- seniors must be in the top 33% of their class
- graduate students must have completed nine hours of chemical engineering courses
[Explore School of Engineering](/academics/engineering)
[Explore the Department of Chemical Engineering](/academics/engineering/departments/chemical-engineering "Department of Chemical Engineering")
### Moderator
Sasidhar Varanasi, Ph.D.
[718-862-7194](tel:718-862-7194)
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title: "Omicron Delta Epsilon"
url: "/academics/honors/omicron-delta-epsilon"
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date: 2026-04-29
updated: 2026-05-19
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# Omicron Delta Epsilon
## Omicron Delta Epsilon
**International honor society for economics**
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Omicron Delta Epsilon is one of the world's largest academic honor societies. The society seeks to:
- recognize scholastic attainment
- honor outstanding achievements in economics
- establish closer ties between students and faculty in economics within colleges and universities, and among other colleges and universities
Omicron Delta Epsilon produces The American Economist, a bi-annual, peer-reviewed journal that publishes original research and review articles. The society also sponsors panels at professional meetings and hosts an economics competition.
### Eligibility
To qualify for membership, undergraduates must have:
- 12 credits of study in economics, including some intermediate theory (or approved 400-level economics course), an economics GPA of 3.25 or higher, and an overall GPA of 3.2 or better.
[Explore O'Malley School of Business](/academics/business)
[Explore the Department of Economics and Finance](/node/2262)
### Moderator
Dr. Jimena Gonzalez, Ph.D.
[718-862-7510](tel:718-862-7510)
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title: "Phi Sigma Iota"
url: "/academics/honors/phi-sigma-iota"
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date: 2026-04-29
updated: 2026-05-19
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# Phi Sigma Iota
## Phi Sigma Iota
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Phi Sigma Iota is the International Foreign Language Honor Society. Founded in 1917 at Allegheny College in Meadville PA, this honor society is the highest academic honor in the field of foreign languages and literatures.
[Explore O'Malley School of Business](/academics/business)
[Explore School of Engineering](/academics/engineering)
[Explore Kakos School of Arts and Sciences](/academics/kakos)
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title: "Phi Alpha Theta"
url: "/academics/honors/phi-alpha-theta"
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date: 2026-04-29
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# Phi Alpha Theta
## Phi Alpha Theta
**National honor society for history**
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[Phi Alpha Theta](http://phialphatheta.org/) is an honor society for undergraduate and graduate students and professors of history. The society has more than 350,000 members from over 800 chapters nationwide. Phi Alpha Theta:
- recognizes and encourages excellence in history
- awards prizes for student essays and assistance for graduate school programs
- hosts annual regional and national conferences to provide an opportunity for students and faculty to present papers, describe their research and discuss career prospects
Manhattan University chartered its chapter, Delta Theta in 1951.
### Eligibility
To qualify for membership, undergraduates must have:
- completed 12 credits of history with a minimum 3.2 GPA
an overall cumulative GPA that places them in the top one-third of their class
[Explore Kakos School of Arts and Sciences](/academics/kakos)
[Explore the Department of History, Political Science and International Studies](/node/2253)
### Moderator
Dr. Jennifer Edwards
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title: "Phi Beta Kappa"
url: "/academics/honors/phi-beta-kappa"
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# Phi Beta Kappa
## Phi Beta Kappa
**National honor society for liberal arts and sciences**
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Founded in 1776, [Phi Beta Kappa](http://www.pbk.org/) is the nation’s oldest and most prestigious academic honor society. Since its founding, [17 U.S. Presidents](https://www.pbk.org/WEB/pbkdocs/Phi%20Beta%20Kappa%20Presidents%20.pdf), [39 U.S. Supreme Court Justices](https://www.pbk.org/WEB/pbkdocs/Phi%20Beta%20Kappa%20Supreme%20Court%20Justices.pdf), and more than 130 Nobel Laureates have been inducted as members.
Acquiring a chapter of Phi Beta Kappa is not a simple matter and we are one of the 290 colleges to house a chapter on campus. Colleges must go through a rigorous application process, lasting several years. The college must have at least five members of Phi Beta Kappa as professors on staff, it must submit an enormous amount of information demonstrating academic excellence and a commitment to education in the liberal arts and, finally, it must pass muster during an on-campus visit by members of the national leadership.
Brother Abdon Lewis Garavaglia, a literature professor who had become a member of Phi Beta Kappa at Catholic University, was the driving force behind Manhattan University's ten-year effort to win its own chapter of the society. When the Upsilon of New York Chapter was finally established at Manhattan University in 1971, it became the first Christian Brothers School, and the sixth Catholic institution of higher education, to acquire a chapter.
Phi Beta Kappa has a rich history, [learn more about the history](https://www.pbk.org/about/history) of this honor society.
### Eligibility
To be considered for admission into Phi Beta Kappa, undergraduates must have:
- completed a minimum of 90 credits within the liberal arts from the Kakos School of Arts Sciences
- demonstrated a high level of achievement in their coursework and a serious commitment to liberal studies
- a GPA of 3.75 for the previous five semesters is ordinarily necessary, but students are not elected solely on the basis of GPA
- a demonstrated fluency in a second language in at least an intermediate level, typically interpreted as completion of a language course at the 202 level
## Student Members
The Manhattan University chapter has a long standing tradition on campus, see the list below of students who have been inducted in previous years.
### #### 2023-2012
**2023**
Seniors: Mary Camaj, Isabel Cameron, Nicole Fitzsimmons, Simona Graceffo, Caroline King, Andrew Kulp, Natalie Lambrelli, Cal Lepkowski, Rachel Mojica, Hedaya Nofal, Jessica O'Brien, Tu Thien Pham, Angela Ramoni, Skylar Rossi, Georigi Samushia, Katherine Uffer, Linn Zapffe
Juniors: Christopher Belden, Miriam Duncan, Kaitlyn Holly, Emilia McCarthy, Josephine Souza
**2022**
Seniors: Schuyler Alpaugh, Nina Bjorkman, Jana Clark, Rory Graham, Mateusz Jablonowski, Esha Jan, Ryan McGuiness, Aileen Murphy, Eunice Nazar, Marcus Octaviano, Steven Octaviano, Alexandra O'Neill, Florentina Onolfo, Lasma Padedze, Franchesca Pepaj, Nadia Rossy, Stephanie Seubert, Mary Stahl, Maria Thomas, Luis Vargas
Juniors: Richard Divirgilio, Kaitlyn Hennig, Sarah Rosen
**2021**
Seniors: Bryan Alfaro, Rachel Asante, Lucas Babio, Yael Chauca-Diaz, Chi In Cheang, Nicholas Chiofalo, Eric Ciccotelli, Giuliana DeLuca, Gabriella DePinho, Sophia DiMascolo, Grace Droege, Julia Ettere, Amber Figueroa, Camryn Holly, Ashley Morales, Harikrishnan Nair, Kali Puppolo, Jennifer Riner, Sophia Sakellariou, Joseph Thomas, Darby Zelaskowski
Juniors: Gina Lauria, Jessie Rising
**2020**
Seniors: Sierra Arral, Eva Bartsch, Rose Brennan, Shannon Colford, Esau Cuellar, Phillip Dombrovskiy, Megan Dreher, Jose Feliciano, Madeline Hurwitz, Mackenzie Kvapil, Juan Lara-Garcia, Maryanne MacIsaac, Trevor Pelletier, Olivia Printy, Teresa Ramoni, Brianna Remache, Michael Rozycki, Jake Salles, Melissa Samanoglu, Erin Sanders, Lauren Schuster, Naomi Uy, Alexandro Vasquez, Megan Vella
Juniors: Ivana Mulcahy, Rachel Roca
**2019**
Seniors: Natalia Alvarez De Jesus, Haley Burnside, David Caiafa, Shereen Chaudhry, Madeline Davids, Jezel-Dominique De Mesa, Angelica Delgado Ruiz, Kevin Donald, Lisa Fajardo, Megan Haber, Aileen Hickey, Stephanie Kristo, Zoe McGreevy, Talia Price, Eva Pugliese, Leah Reiner, Jacob Sarasin, Melissa Skuriat, Tess Smith, Sofia Tollinche, Brittney Vargas, Casey Virgo, Vincent Wiedemann, Jenna Zawislak
Juniors: Carly Brownell, Bartosz Gierczak, Rebecca Lowe, Meredith Taylor, Victoria Webb Alyssa Zdunia
**2018**
Seniors: Amy Cardoza, Emily Center, Nicole Connell, Alessandra Eraifej, Cameron Gribbons, Ashley Hogan, Alison Hurley, Douglas Huntington, Alexandra Hutzler, Nesta Littlejohn, Clarice Mak, Raymond Maresca, Brendan Murphy, Jamie Paton, Ismael Pena, Kaitlyn Rooney, Kristen Sandmeir, Bright Shi, Antigone Thanasias, Victoria Thomas, Natalie Tousignant
Juniors: Jacqueline Delorenzo, Anthony Depinho, Mackenna Jacovich, Cole Johnson
**2017**
Seniors: MaryAlice Azzolina, Kehhana Bonagura, Melissa Brenner, Lindsey Burns, Mary Cacace, Caroline Chu, Katelyn Conroy, John Evans, Benjamin Fisher, Kaitlyn Greiner, Nora Hanna, Gregory Inzinna, Juliana Jaeger, Jamie Kiriakos, Kyleigh Panetta, Elda Perez, Karina Rodriguez, Griselle Sanchez, Christine Schmidt, Nina Torres, Daniel E. Ynfante
Juniors: Mia Bertoli, Christopher De La Bastide, Timothy Hamling, Matthew Nardini
**2016**
Seniors: Daise Bedolla Zavala, Matthew Coyne, Cynthia Diaz, Anthony DiProperzio, Carolyn Egan, Stephen Fertelmes, Anthony Fischetti, Adele Foster, Celena Gonzalez, Natalie Heinitz, Kimberly Hickey, Taylor Hollister, Kylie Knee, Nicholas Laznovsky, Albert Orlando, Sera Pisani, Gabriela Remache, Julia Schwartz, Samantha Wiggs
Juniors: Lauren Barton, Therese Kelly, Nicole Mathias, Joseph Mozdzierz, Paulina Ochoa-Figueroa, Olivia Smith
**2015**
Seniors: Anthony Amiano, Victoria Argento, Amber Bailey, Carolina Boutureira, John Corraro, Kelly Cousins, Irene Entringer Garcia-Blanes, Olivia Giacoppi, Sarah Haselhort, Doreen Horschig
Elizabeth Johannesen, Anna Kitlar, Claire Leaden, Cara Ledwidge, Nereida Millan, Mitchell Potempa, Kathryn Tkach, Kimsy Tor
Juniors: John Maiocco, Drew Murphy, Zachary Scheid, Kristen Skonieczny, Danielle Tarantino, Gregory Zajac
**2014**
Meena Balady, Cornelia Batu, Katelyn Connor, Thomas Engelhart, Michael Gallarello, Bryan Galligan, Sarah Gilbert, Patrick King, Brandon Kotlow, Tessa LaBounty, Elizabeth Miller, Joseph Murtagh, Samantha Ortiz, Carolyn Quest, Jasmine Ribeaux, Katherine Tkach, Colleen Walsh, Kathleen White
Juniors: Jordan Bland, Samantha Rocco, Sandy Trinidad
**2013**
Seniors: Maggie Confrey, Sarah Conte, Amanda Cromwell, Robert Fiore, Nicholas Kallivrousis, Michelle Lam, Alexa Lampasona, Thomas Michelena, Lynette Perez, Kayla M. Salmon, Matthew Wellington, Sally Zak, Joshua Zarcone
Juniors: Rebecca Bertuccio, Thomas Voorheis, Kathryn Wojtkiewicz
**2012**
Seniors: Jose Chavarry, Katlyn Durfee, Courtney Dwyer, Hilary Krombel, Samuel Leitermann
Lawrence Meche, John Mechmann, Brian Merriman, Sarah Murphy, Maxwell Reid, Michael Shilstone, Anthony Sparacino, Matthew Waldron
Juniors: Sarah Glessner, Perry Rizopoulos, Elena Rotondo
### #### 2011-2002
**2011**
Seniors: Mary Adely, Clara Castillo de Molina, Ines Castillo de Molina, Jennifer Ewald, Thomas Forzaglia, Jacqueline Hargrove, Sophia Hirakis, Jola Kacaj, Katherine Krauss, Nicholas Lavini, Ryan Markatos, Nora Sacchi, Timothy Spooner, James Wellington
Juniors: Stephanie Dufort, Bailey Fay, Matthew Flood, Hyesu Kim
**2010**
Seniors: Edward Barbieri, Jesse Brauner, Katelyn Cross, Margaret Driscoll, Edward Harley, Alexandra MacDougall, Marybeth Navarra, Carl Rizzi, Lynea Snyder
Juniors: Andrew Fesler, Dolores Rowen
**2009**
Seniors: Liam Bambrick, Kathleen Bulson, Alissa Carelli, Raquel Ciampa, Kyra De Martini, Rachel Downes, Damien Germino Hannah Kaplan, Krysten Kenny, Terence Meyerhoefer, Caroline O’Donovan, Glynnis O’Shea, Danielle Perkins, Andrew Richardson, Alisabeth Shine, Elizabeth Smyth, Matthew Spano, Jenna Thoele, Alana Wolfe
Juniors: Janice Autera, Maura Costello, Brian Klotz, Tarah Midy, Angela Patnode, Dorothy Sinnott
**2008**
Seniors: Vladimir Ampov, Brendan Atwood, Robert Barrows, Lisa Bernier, Leah Gambolati, Debra Kepke, Cody Lounsbury, Michael McHugh, Cassie Oleszkiewicz, Alexandra Phelan, Katie Watt, Elizabeth Wright
Juniors: Jaclyn Ambriscoe, Mary Connolly, Kara Malone, Viviane Masters
**2007**
Seniors: Serena Barresi, David Flay, Bérengère Fuoc, Elizabeth Gippetti, Jacqueline Kabak, Prantik Kundu, Peter Laserna, Lara Longo, Sara Lowe, Jennifer McLeer, Kathryn Nadel, Dominick Rizzi, Laura Ruzzo, Adam Wisnieski
Juniors: Andrew Dunn, Nicole Grabell, Kellyn Kearney, Lisa LoFaso, Kathryn Meyer, Courtney Roy
**2006**
Seniors: Danielle Battista, Cassie Bosse, Kristen Bussanich, Renée Foti, Lindsay Harrington, Jessica Hutter, Muriel Kurtoğlu, Brandy Luther, Melissa Lynch, Alexandra Nigolian, Sophia Rodriguez, Lisa Santoro, Kristina Smyth, Jennifer Privitera
Juniors: Angela Lockhart, Anthony N. Vernaci
**2005**
Seniors: Erez Cohen, Sarah Delena, Shawn Gennaria, Christopher Holodak, Blair Lampe, Beth Maffia, Renee Martinez, Thomas McDonagh, Sarah Mollard, Stephanie Morris, Nicole Pollio, Anne Saada, James Steeil, Anne Tarnasky, Briana Visone
Juniors: Christina Cruz, Meghan Gill, Cecylia Stabrawa, Robert Suzzivalli
**2004**
Seniors: Oona Bustard, Pamela Courtney, Jennifer Dwyer, John Easterbook, Kelly Frisch, Jillian Guglielmo, Erin Gunn, Erica Howard, Melinda Kaplan, Ji Eun Kim, Rachel Kraft, Nicolette Kramer, Jessica Kulack
Juniors: Julianna Grogan-Brown, Nataliya Hafiychuk
**2003**
Seniors: Lauren Belcher, Kira Breslin, Tiffany Brown, Christopher Cotter, Marianna Codispoti, Swati Goel, Michelle Jelenek, Timothy Maddux, Laura McLean, Stanislav Miroshnikov, Irene Okumakpeyi, Vincent Panetta, Maria Roberto, Eric Schaaf, Matthew Spring, Jadwiga Switniewska, Iliana Tati, Sara Thomeier, Andrew Ulrich
Juniors: Michelle DiMuro, Andrada Frunza, Diana Kulaya, Eugene Reynolds
**2002**
Seniors: Noelle Campbell, Nisha Chitkara, Steven Corbin, Aileen Devitt, Shannon Gaffney, Jessica Gray, Brian Haman, Mio Kitano, Gianmarc Manzione, Nicole McGrath, Christine Prizeman, Laura Thiessen
Juniors: Kelly Andrade, Anthony Cedrone, Joseph Hirt, Sean Kelly, James Weiss
### #### 2001-1998
**2001**
Seniors: Renee Baranin, Anne Burns, Monica Cabarcas, Matthew D'Armiento, Michelle Del Rosario, Jessica Gallus, Rosaria Lofaro, Peter Mangubat, Daisy Rodriguez, Vanessa Salvo
Juniors: Christine Clarke, Mary Dimiceli, Kimberly Frederick, Lera Lavrova
**2000**
Seniors: Vina Cruz, Gerald Doherty, Christina Doyle, Kristi Ferraro, Michael Gibbons, Kimberly Gruber, Elizabeth John, Jodie King, Larsen Kusick, Meaghan Lawless, Elvira Liclican, Marigrace Lim, John Mark, Anthony Mastropietro, Thomas Patton, Anne Paul, Amy Porcello, Brian Quinn, Pascale Rabbah, James Snyder, Kevin Waite, Cesar Zuniga
Juniors: Brian Fitzgerald, Michelle Maxson, Andrew Santanello, Jessica Sweeny
**1999**
Seniors: Michael Bailey, Maria Baxamusa, Gene Berardelli, Ann Diaz, Maria Diaz, Daniel Dobransky, Martin Galvin, Sean King, Kathleen Lambert, Antoinette Motayne, Erin Phillips
Br. Ryan Sheehan, S.M., Josephine Solimene, Maryann Stallone, Lisa Walsh, Brian Van Riper
Juniors: Lauren Ryan, Evangelos Pefanis, Dmitriy Zamarin
**1998**
Seniors: Megan Bourne, Terence Brosnan, Erica Fernandez, Joseph Leylegian, Lynn Martin, Antonette Milcetic, Daniel Pagan, Karen Quadrini, Maria Rodriguez
Juniors: Patrick Costello, Peter Devlin, Christopher Farley, Carolyn Morris, Brigitte Nahas, Mark Niciu, Andrew Rogers
### Brother Francis Bowers scholarship
Brother Francis Bowers was a Charter member of Manhattan University’s Upsilon of New York Chapter of Phi Beta Kappa in 1971. He served as chair of the undergraduate and graduate English departments, Dean of the School of Arts and Sciences, and Provost and Academic Vice President of the University. Later, he served as the academic advisor for intercollegiate athletics. He was the president of our chapter of Phi Beta Kappa until 1976, then worked tirelessly as its secretary-treasurer from 1993 to 2003. Brother Bowers exemplified the value of a liberal arts education.
In his memory, the Brother Francis Bowers Scholarship was established, to be awarded annually at this induction ceremony. The Scholarship is to be awarded to a Junior inductee to Phi Beta Kappa who best illustrates Phi Beta Kappa and Lasallian values and will be applied towards educational expenses for the student’s senior year of study.
2023: Christopher Belden
2022: Sarah Rosen
2021: Gina Lauria
2020: Rachel Roca
2019: Alyssa Zduniak
2018: Mackenna Jacovich
2017: Mia Bertoli, Timothy Hamling
2016: Paulina Ochoa-Figueroa
[Explore Kakos School of Arts and Sciences](/academics/kakos)
### Chapter Officers
- **President and Moderator**
Dr. Michael Grabowski
Professor of Communication (Communication, Sound and Media Arts Dept.)
- **Vice President**
Dr. Marlene Gottlieb
Emeritus Professor of Spanish (English, World Languages and Literatures Dept.)
- **Historian/Secretary**
Dr. Jennifer Edwards
Professor of History (History, Political Studies and International Studies Dept.)
- **Secretary/Treasurer**
Dr. Mark A. Pottinger
Professor of Musicology & Chair (Communication, Sound and Media Arts Dept.)
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title: "Phi Epsilon Kappa"
url: "/academics/honors/phi-epsilon-kappa"
type: page
date: 2026-04-29
updated: 2026-05-19
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# Phi Epsilon Kappa
## Phi Epsilon Kappa
**National professional fraternity for physical education and related career fields**
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[Phi Epsilon Kappa](http://www.phiepsilonkappa.org/) is the national professional fraternity for those engaged in or pursuing careers in physical education, health, recreation, dance, human performance, exercise science, sports medicine and sports management. Active members strive to foster scientific research in physical education and related fields and to promote community welfare.
As part of its community service, the Alpha Eta chapter sponsors the annual Manhattan University Games. These games provide athletic competition to children with disabilities not eligible for the Special Olympics.
The Alpha Eta chapter of Manhattan University received its charter in 1943.
### Eligibility
To qualify for membership, undergraduates must have:
- a minimum 3.2 overall GPA with at least two semesters of coursework completed within kinesiology
- a strong record of community service
[Explore the Department of Kinesiology and Health](/academics/kakos/departments/kinesiology "Department of Kinesiology and Health")
### Moderator
Christie González-Toro, Ph.D
[718-862-7492](tel:718-862-7492)
---
---
title: "Phi Sigma Tau"
url: "/academics/honors/phi-sigma-tau"
type: page
date: 2026-04-29
updated: 2026-05-19
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# Phi Sigma Tau
## Phi Sigma Tau
**International honor society for philosophy**
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Phi Sigma Tau, the international honor society for philosophy, seeks to promote student research and advanced study in philosophy, and to recognize students with high scholarship and personal interest in the field. The society publishes a journal, [Dialogue">*Dialogue*](https://phi-sigma-tau.org/dialogue.html), for student contributions in all areas of contemporary philosophical research.
Manhattan University’s New York Pi chapter was chartered in September 2001.
### Eligibility
To qualify for membership, undergraduates must have:
- completed 15 credits of philosophy courses
- a minimum 3.43 GPA in all philosophy courses
- a minimum 3.0 overall GPA
[Explore Kakos School of Arts and Sciences](/academics/kakos)
[Explore the Department of Religion and Philosophy](/academics/kakos/departments/religion-philosophy "Department of Religion and Philosophy")
### Moderator
David Bollert, Ph.D.
[718-862-7138](tel:718-862-7138)
---
---
title: "Pi Delta Phi"
url: "/academics/honors/pi-delta-phi"
type: page
date: 2026-04-29
updated: 2026-05-19
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# Pi Delta Phi
## Pi Delta Phi
**National honor society for students of French language and literature**
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Founded in 1906, [Pi Delta Phi](http://www.pideltaphi.org/) is the highest academic honor in the field of French and the oldest academic honor society for a modern foreign language in the United States. The purpose of the society is to:
- recognize outstanding scholarship in the French language and Francophone literatures
- increase appreciation of the French-speaking world and their cultural contributions
- stimulate and encourage French and Francophone cultural activities
The Manhattan University chapter, Iota Pi, was established in 1983.
### Eligibility
To qualify for membership, undergraduates must:
- have junior or senior class standing
- have completed five university courses in French with a grade of B or better
- be in the top 35% of the class
[Explore Kakos School of Arts and Sciences](/academics/kakos)
[Explore the Department of English, World Languages and Literatures](/academics/kakos/departments/english-world-lang-lit "Department of English, World Languages and Literatures")
### Moderator
Nevart Wanger, Ph.D.
[718-862-7316](tel:718-862-7316)
---
---
title: "Pi Mu Epsilon"
url: "/academics/honors/pi-mu-epsilon"
type: page
date: 2026-04-29
updated: 2026-05-19
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# Pi Mu Epsilon
## Pi Mu Epsilon
**National honor fraternity for students of mathematics**
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[Pi Mu Epsilon](http://pme-math.org/) is dedicated to the promotion of mathematics and recognition of scholarly achievement in mathematics. The National Pi Mu Epsilon Council sponsors an annual conference in conjunction with the Mathematics Association of America’s annual MathFest. The organization also sponsors a journal that features papers from mathematics students and faculty.
The New York Lambda chapter at Manhattan University was chartered in 1961. At Manhattan University, Pi Mu Epsilon members volunteer their services as tutors and are encouraged to participate in the regional mathematics conferences.
[Explore Kakos School of Arts and Sciences](/academics/kakos)
[Explore the Department of Mathematics and Physics](/academics/kakos/departments/math-physics "Department of Mathematics and Physics")
### Moderator
Dr. Matthew Jura
---
---
title: "Pi Sigma Alpha"
url: "/academics/honors/pi-sigma-alpha"
type: page
date: 2026-04-29
updated: 2026-05-19
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# Pi Sigma Alpha
## Pi Sigma Alpha
**National honor society for students of political science**
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Pi Sigma Alpha was founded in 1920 in order to promote scholarship and academic excellence in government, political science, public administration and international relations. The national organization offers awards for outstanding research papers, scholarships for graduate school and a national student conference. Get more information on the [benefits of membership](https://pisigmaalpha.org/member-benefits/).
The Manhattan University chapter, Omicron Epsilon, was incorporated in 1984.
### Eligibility
To qualify for membership, undergraduates must:
- have a minimum of 15 credits in political science courses with a minimum GPA of 3.0 in those classes.
- be ranked in the upper third of their class (which generally requires a 3.5 overall GPA).
[Explore Kakos School of Arts and Sciences](/academics/kakos)
[Explore the Department of History, Political Science and International Studies](/node/2253)
### Moderator
Dr. Elizabeth Nelson
[718-862-8422](tel:718-862-8422)
---
---
title: "Pi Tau Sigma"
url: "/academics/honors/pi-tau-sigma"
type: page
date: 2026-04-29
updated: 2026-05-19
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# Pi Tau Sigma
## Pi Tau Sigma
**National honor society for mechanical engineering**
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Pi Tau Sigma recognizes outstanding achievement of undergraduate students in mechanical engineering, and honors practicing engineers for distinguished technical attainments. The society seeks to:
- foster the high ideals of the engineering profession
- stimulate and coordinate departmental activities
- instill in its members a sense of responsibility and leadership
The Manhattan University Sigma Tau chapter was installed in 1967.
### Eligibility
Active members are chosen from students in mechanical engineering on the basis of engineering ability, scholarship and personality. They are selected from the top third of the junior class with a 3.2 minimum GPA. Faculty and graduates may be chosen on the basis of distinguished engineering endeavor
[Explore School of Engineering](/academics/engineering)
[Explore the Department of Mechanical Engineering](/academics/engineering/departments/mechanical-engineering "Department of Mechanical Engineering")
### Faculty Advisor
Lina Baroudi, Ph.D.
[718-862-7710](tel:718-862-7710)
---
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title: "Psi Chi"
url: "/academics/honors/psi-chi"
type: page
date: 2026-04-30
updated: 2026-05-19
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# Psi Chi
## Psi Chi
**International honor society for psychology**
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[Psi Chi](http://www.psichi.org/), the national honor society in psychology, recognizes outstanding scholastic achievement and interest in psychology. Founded in 1929, Psi Chi has grown to be one of the largest honor societies in the United States with more than 700,000 members worldwide. The purposes of Psi Chi are to:
- encourage, stimulate and maintain excellence in scholarship of psychology
- advance the science of psychology
The national organization produces an annual peer-reviewed journal with original empirical research by Psi Chi undergraduates, graduate students and faculty. It also funds awards and grants for students and faculty to do research or travel to conventions and psychology-related events.
### Eligibility
To qualify for membership, undergraduates must have:
- at least 12 credits in psychology with a declared psychology major or minor
- a GPA of 3.4 or above in psychology courses
- an overall GPA of 3.4
[Explore Kakos School of Arts and Sciences](/academics/kakos)
[Explore the Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences](/academics/kakos/departments/social-behavioral "Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences")
### Moderator
Martha Mendez-Baldwin, Ph.D.
[718-862-7257](tel:718-862-7257)
---
---
title: "Sigma Delta Pi"
url: "/academics/honors/sigma-delta-pi"
type: page
date: 2026-04-30
updated: 2026-05-19
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# Sigma Delta Pi
## Sigma Delta Pi
**National Hispanic honor society**
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[Sigma Delta Pi](http://www.sigmadeltapi.org/) honors excellence in the study of the Spanish language and in the study of the literature and culture of Spanish-speaking people. It also recognizes those who aspire to make Hispanic contributions to modern culture better known to English-speaking people. The society seeks to:
- encourage students to acquire a greater interest in and deeper understanding of Hispanic culture
- foster friendly relations and mutual respect between the nations of Hispanic speech and those of English speech
The Manhattan University chapter, Theta Mu, was established in 1956.
### Eligibility
Students with an overall 3.0 GPA who have taken at least three Spanish courses at or above the 300-level and have maintained a 3.5 average in those courses are invited to join.
[Explore Kakos School of Arts and Sciences](/academics/kakos)
### Moderator
Evelyn Scaramella, Ph.D.
[718-862-7401](tel:718-862-7401)
---
---
title: "Sigma Iota Epsilon"
url: "/academics/honors/sigma-iota-epsilon"
type: page
date: 2026-04-30
updated: 2026-05-19
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# Sigma Iota Epsilon
## Sigma Iota Epsilon
**National honor society for students of management**
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[Sigma Iota Epsilon](http://www.sienational.com/) is the national honorary and professional management fraternity. The honor society seeks to:
- Stimulate interest and achievement in the field of management
- Stimulate scholarship and research in management through the development of the scientific approach to the solution of management problems
- Gain recognition of the value and contribution of scholastic achievement to business and public sector management
- Facilitate contacts between students and practicing manager
Manhattan University established the Gamma Epsilon chapter of Sigma Iota Epsilon in 2015.
### Eligibility
To qualify for membership, undergraduates must have:
- Completed at least 30 credit hours of coursework at Manhattan University
- Completed at least one upper-level course in Management (excluding MGMT 307, 406, and 430) with a grade of B or better
- At least a 3.25 overall GPA in all courses
- A current major in Management
[Explore O'Malley School of Business](/academics/business)
[Explore the Department of Management and Marketing](/node/2263)
### Moderator
Amir Masoumi, Ph.D.
[718-862-7460](tel:718-862-7460)
---
---
title: "Sigma Iota Rho"
url: "/academics/honors/sigma-iota-rho"
type: page
date: 2026-04-30
updated: 2026-05-19
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# Sigma Iota Rho
## Sigma Iota Rho
**National honor society for international studies**
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[Sigma Iota Rho](http://www.sigmaiotarho.org/) was established in 1987 to recognize outstanding achievement in the field of international studies. Membership in Sigma Iota Rho is intended not only to enhance the credentials of its members, but also to encourage a lifelong support for education, service, and occupational activities that create a better understanding of the world we live in. Members are encouraged to “think globally, act locally†in their scholastic and professional activities, as well as their personal pursuits.
The Beta Eta chapter at Manhattan University was founded in 1999.
### Eligibility
To qualify for membership, undergraduates must have:
- junior standing with a minimum of 15 credits in the international studies major
- a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.3
- a minimum GPA of 3.5 in the international studies major or minor
- a proficiency in a modern foreign language
[Explore Kakos School of Arts and Sciences](/academics/kakos)
### Moderator
Paul Droubie, Ph.D.
[718-862-7745](tel:718-862-7745)
---
---
title: "Sigma Pi Sigma"
url: "/academics/honors/sigma-pi-sigma"
type: page
date: 2026-04-30
updated: 2026-05-19
---
# Sigma Pi Sigma
## Sigma Pi Sigma
**National honor society for physics**
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[Sigma Pi Sigma](http://www.sigmapisigma.org/), the honor society for physics, was founded in 1921. Today, it is affiliated with the Society of Physics Students. The society exists to:
- honor outstanding scholarship in physics
- encourage interest in physics among students at all levels
- promote an attitude of service of its members toward their fellow students, colleagues and the public
- provide a fellowship among physics students, faculty and professionals
The national organization sponsors a mentoring program for high school students, a physics job board and a biannual publication. Sigma Pi Sigma also hosts PhysCon, a gathering where students can hear lectures from scientists and distinguished speakers, debate common concerns for the discipline and society, and tour iconic scientific venues.
The Manhattan University chapter of Sigma Pi Sigma was organized in 1951.
### Eligibility
To qualify for membership, undergraduates must:
- Have a GPA of 3.4 or higher
- Demonstrate interest and commitment to the field of physics
Sigma Pi Sigma is open to non-physics majors who fulfill these requirements, as well.
[Explore Kakos School of Arts and Sciences](/academics/kakos)
### Moderator
Bart Horn, Ph.D.
---
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title: "Sigma Tau Delta"
url: "/academics/honors/sigma-tau-delta"
type: page
date: 2026-04-30
updated: 2026-05-19
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# Sigma Tau Delta
## Sigma Tau Delta
**International honor society for English language and literature**
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[Sigma Tau Delta](http://www.english.org/sigmatd/) is an international honor society open to distinguished students and scholars of English. The society strives to:
- provide cultural stimulation on university campuses and promote interest in literature and the English language in surrounding communities
- foster all aspects of the discipline of English, including literature, language, and writing
- promote exemplary character and good fellowship among its members
- exhibit high standards of academic excellence
- serve society by fostering literacy
The Manhattan University chapter, Beta Pi, was established in 1981. Today, it is one of the most active honor societies on campus. Each semester, Sigma Tau Delta members participate in a read-aloud event on the Quad where great works of literature are read for the campus community.
### Eligibility
To qualify for membership, undergraduates must have:
- declared a major or minor in English
- completed at least three semesters of university work
- completed a minimum of two university courses in literature in addition to the usual core curriculum requirements
- earned at least a B average in English
- achieved a rank in the highest 35% of their class in general scholarship
[Explore Kakos School of Arts and Sciences](/academics/kakos)
### Moderator
Maeve Adams, Ph.D.
[718-862-7589](tel:718-862-7589)
---
---
title: "Sigma Xi"
url: "/academics/honors/sigma-xi"
type: page
date: 2026-04-30
updated: 2026-05-19
---
# Sigma Xi
## Sigma Xi
**International honor society for scientists and engineers**
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[Sigma Xi](https://www.sigmaxi.org/) is an international, multidisciplinary community of science and engineering professionals dedicated to research excellence, to promoting public engagement with science, and to fostering the next generation of researchers. As one of the oldest and largest scientific organizations in the world, Sigma Xi has had a distinguished history of service to science and society since its founding in 1886. Sigma Xi chapters can be found at colleges and universities, government laboratories, and industry research centers around the world. More than 200 Nobel Prize winners have been members.
### Eligibility
Students are elected to membership on the basis of their accomplishments in research and their enthusiasm for continued scientific investigation.
[Explore School of Engineering](/academics/engineering)
[Explore Kakos School of Arts and Sciences](/academics/kakos)
### Moderator
Marcy Kelly, Ph.D.
[718-862-7911](tel:718-862-7911)
---
---
title: "Tau Beta Pi"
url: "/academics/honors/tau-beta-pi"
type: page
date: 2026-04-30
updated: 2026-05-19
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# Tau Beta Pi
## Tau Beta Pi
**National honor society for engineering**
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Founded in 1885, [Tau Beta Pi](https://www.tbp.org/home.cfm) is the nation's second-oldest honor society and the only engineering honor society representing the entire engineering profession. It recognizes students of superior scholarship and exemplary character and seeks to foster a spirit of liberal culture in engineering colleges. Tau Beta Pi sponsors an annual convention and produces a quarterly magazine, *The Bent*.
Since the Manhattan University chapter was founded in 1967, more than 2,000 members have been initiated into the New York Xi chapter of Tau Beta Pi.
### Eligibility
To qualify for membership, undergraduates must have a declared major in engineering.
- eligible seniors must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.2 and be in the top fifth of their engineering class
- eligible juniors must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.4 and be in the top eighth of their engineering class
[Explore School of Engineering](/academics/engineering)
### Moderator
Patrick Abulencia, Ph.D.
[718-862-7186](tel:718-862-7186)
---
---
title: "Tau Sigma Kappa"
url: "/academics/honors/tau-sigma-kappa"
type: page
date: 2026-04-30
updated: 2026-05-19
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# Tau Sigma Kappa
## Tau Sigma Kappa
**Honor society for computer science**
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Tau Sigma Kappa was founded at Manhattan University in 1987 to promote scholarship and ethical research in computer science.
### Eligibility
To be admitted, undergraduates must have a GPA of 3.4 in computer science courses and an overall GPA of 3.0.
[Explore Kakos School of Arts and Sciences](/academics/kakos)
### Moderator
Miaomiao Zhang
[718-862-3840](tel:718-862-3840)
---
---
title: "Theta Alpha Kappa"
url: "/academics/honors/theta-alpha-kappa"
type: page
date: 2026-04-30
updated: 2026-05-19
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# Theta Alpha Kappa
## Theta Alpha Kappa
**National honor society for religious studies**
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[Theta Alpha Kappa](http://www.thetaalphakappa.net/), founded in 1975 at Manhattan University, seeks to honor and encourage excellence in research, teaching, publication and thoughtful exchange among students of religious studies and theology. Since the society was founded, there have been more than 150 chapters of Theta Alpha Kappa established in the United States and Canada. Theta Alpha Kappa publishes a biannual scholarly journal to promote academic work in religious studies or theology. The society also hosts an annual meeting, and awards scholarships and prizes.
### Eligibility
To qualify for membership, undergraduates must have:
- 15 credits in religious studies courses and a B+ average in those courses
- a minimum overall GPA of 3.0
[Explore Kakos School of Arts and Sciences](/academics/kakos)
[Explore the Department of Religion and Philosophy](/academics/kakos/departments/religion-philosophy "Department of Religion and Philosophy")
### Moderator
Jawanza Clark, Ph.D.
[718-862-7305](tel:718-862-7305)
---
---
title: "Upsilon Sigma"
url: "/academics/honors/upsilon-sigma"
type: page
date: 2026-04-30
updated: 2026-05-19
---
# Upsilon Sigma
## Upsilon Sigma
**The Urban Studies Honor Society**
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[Upsilon Sigma](https://urbanaffairsassociation.org/) is an international, multidisciplinary honor society! The Society was established by the Urban Affairs Association (UAA) in 2018. Upsilon Sigma is dedicated to recognizing and encouraging excellence in scholarship, leadership, and engagement in urban studies and related fields. The mission is to promote academic excellence and enrich the educational experience of undergraduate and graduate students pursuing degrees related to urban studies.
Urban Studies is a broad umbrella term for academic programs and research that focus on the social, political, economic, spatial, physical, historical, cultural, and environmental dynamics of urban contexts. The issues and policies that impact urban places and populations are examined within a wide variety of academic disciplines.
**Students’ Benefits of Becoming a Member of Upsilon Sigma**
- Students who are inducted into Upsilon Sigma chapters shall be granted the right to identify themselves as honor society members.
- Each inductee will receive an official certificate of membership. This distinction will add a unique element to a student’s record and give clear indication of significant academic achievements.
- Membership in Upsilon Sigma will give students access to both campus-based and national networks of fellow honor society members.
- Student members will be eligible for special discounts to become UAA members and to attend annual UAA conferences. Additional benefits may be provided by local chapters of the Society.
[Explore Kakos School of Arts and Sciences](/academics/kakos)
### Moderator
Dr. Margaret Groarke
[718-862-7943](tel:718-862-7943)
---
---
title: "Accounting Society"
url: "/campus-life/clubs-orgs/accounting-society"
type: page
date: 2026-04-30
updated: 2026-05-19
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# Accounting Society
## Accounting Society
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The Accounting Society at Manhattan University introduces students to opportunities and careers in the field of accounting. By joining the Accounting Society, you will have the chance to:
- attend lectures by guest speakers in the industry
- network with professional accountants
- learn about the Big Four internship recruitment process
- hear about the latest accounting technology
- understand new changes to the CPA exam
- volunteer in the community with other members
### How to Join
All students are welcome to join the Accounting Society, but accounting majors will benefit most from membership. Sign up at the biannual activities and volunteer fair which happens at the start of each fall and spring semester, or contact the club directly at .
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title: "Department of Communication, Sound and Media Arts"
url: "/academics/kakos/departments/comm-sou-med-arts"
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date: 2026-04-30
updated: 2026-05-14
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# Department of Communication, Sound and Media Arts
Kakos School of Arts and Sciences
# Department of Communication, Sound and Media Arts
**Where storytellers, designers and sound innovators find their voice.**
Explore communication, digital media art, game design and production and sound studies in a department where hands-on creation drives everything. Learn from faculty who are working scholars and practitioners, build a portfolio across journalism, broadcasting, design, audio and interactive media, and gain unmatched access to internships at New York City's top media brands, record companies, museums, studios and publications.
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title: "Department of Computer Science"
url: "/academics/kakos/departments/computer-science"
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date: 2026-04-30
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# Department of Computer Science
Kakos School of Arts and Sciences
# Department of Computer Science
**Where the next generation of computing leaders learns to build what's next.**
Master algorithm design, modern programming languages and real-world software development in a department that prepares you for nearly any computer-related field. Through theoretical foundations, guided lab work and design projects that culminate in a senior capstone, students build the technical depth and flexibility to launch careers across industries, with bachelor's, master's and five-year pathway options available.
[ Visit Manhattan University ](/admissions/visit)
[ Kakos School of Arts and Sciences ](/academics/kakos)
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title: "Department of Education"
url: "/academics/kakos/departments/education"
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date: 2026-04-30
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# Department of Education
Kakos School of Arts and Sciences
# Department of Education
**Where committed educators are prepared to lead, teach and make a difference.**
Build the foundation for a career in teaching through a strong teacher education curriculum, individual faculty mentorship and extensive clinical experience in real classrooms. Rooted in the Lasallian heritage of educating the whole person, the department prepares students across childhood and adolescent education, including five-year B.S./M.S. pathways, to step into schools as leaders and productive global citizens.
[ Visit Manhattan University ](/admissions/visit)
[ Kakos School of Arts and Sciences ](/academics/kakos)
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title: "Academic Departments"
url: "/academics/departments"
type: page
date: 2026-04-30
updated: 2026-06-18
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# Academic Departments
Manhattan University
# Academic Departments
**One university, three schools, countless paths to a meaningful career.**
At Manhattan University, every school and department is built around a simple promise: prepare students for the careers and lives they want to lead. Our three schools offer more than 75 areas of study, taught by expert faculty in small classes that emphasize mentorship, hands-on learning, and real-world experience in New York City. Explore the schools and departments below to find the program that matches your ambition.
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Kakos School of Arts and Sciences Academic Departments
## [Kakos School of Arts and Sciences](/academics/kakos)
Build a foundation in the liberal arts and sciences through 25 majors and graduate programs that develop critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills. Students learn from distinguished faculty in small classes, with opportunities for one-on-one research, study abroad, and internships across New York City.
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[Department of Biological and Chemical Sciences
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Explore life and matter through hands-on research alongside faculty mentors who know your name and your goals.
Explore Biological & Chemical Sciences
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[Department of Communication, Sound and Media Arts
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Find your voice across journalism, broadcasting, design, audio, and game development, with direct access to New York City's top media employers.
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[Department of Computer Science
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Design the algorithms, software, and systems shaping every modern industry, from cybersecurity to game development.
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[Department of Education
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Become the kind of teacher students remember, prepared through rigorous coursework, faculty mentorship, and extensive classroom experience.
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[Department of English, World Languages and Literatures
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Use words to change the world through a broad literary foundation, global study opportunities, and a community of scholars that spans continents.
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[Department of History, Political Science and International Studies
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Examine the past and engage the present with faculty active in top political organizations across New York City, including the United Nations.
Explore History, Political Science & International Studies
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[Department of Kinesiology and Health
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Prepare for impactful careers in exercise science, physical education, and public health through research, internships, and high impact practice.
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[Department of Mathematics and Physics
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Discover how the universe works and learn the language to communicate your discoveries, with research opportunities at labs around the globe.
Explore Mathematics and Physics
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[Department of Organizational Leadership
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Advance your career through flexible online and hybrid programs taught by faculty who are active consultants, coaches, and workforce experts.
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[Department of Radiation Therapy Technology
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Combine science, medicine, and compassion in a career on the front lines of cancer treatment, supported by a curriculum that includes healthcare administration.
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[Department of Religion and Philosophy
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Examine how belief, ethics, and ideas shape our world through a person centered education that prepares students for law, graduate study, and leadership.
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[Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences
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Build the skills to support mental health, study human behavior, and pursue social justice through programs in psychology, counseling, criminology, and sociology.
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O'Malley School of Business Academic Departments
## [The O'Malley School of Business](/academics/business)
**A top 5% return on investment, in the heart of New York City.**
The O'Malley School of Business prepares students for rewarding careers through an AACSB-accredited curriculum that ranks in the top 5% for return on investment among 1,700 business schools nationwide. Across three departments, students choose from seven undergraduate majors, eight minors, and graduate programs including the MBA, all taught in small classes by faculty who bring real industry expertise into the classroom. Explore the departments below to start building your future.
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[Accounting, Business Analytics, CIS and Law
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Build practical career skills across accounting, analytics, information systems, and law through internships and hands-on coursework that prepare students for in-demand professional roles.
Explore Accounting, Business Analytics, CIS & Law
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[Department of Economics and Finance
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Conduct research alongside faculty and pursue internships at the world's leading financial institutions, just minutes from Wall Street, in a program affiliated with the CFA Institute.
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[Department of Management and Marketing
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Pursue your passions through internships, research projects, and entrepreneurial ventures, with options that include a minor in Global Business Studies for students seeking an international perspective.
Explore Management & Marketing
School of Engineering Academic Departments
## [School of Engineering](/academics/engineering)
**The school that built New York is engineering the future.**
For more than a century, Manhattan University engineers have dreamed up, designed, and built New York City's greatest structures and systems. Today, our students engineer the future by giving back to humanity and the planet, designing sustainable energy solutions, building clean water systems, and rebuilding communities after disasters. Grounded in a liberal arts foundation and rigorous, ABET accredited training, our departments prepare students to solve real problems and lead with purpose. Explore the departments below to find the program that will launch your engineering career.
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[Department of Chemical Engineering
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Pursue research, competitions, and sustainability projects with faculty mentors who help students explore career paths from pharmaceuticals to clean energy.
Explore Chemical Engineering
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[Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering
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One of the school's largest and most established departments, tackling everything from the safety of urban infrastructure to global access to clean water.
Explore Civil & Environmental Engineering
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[Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
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Build practical skills through extensive lab time, faculty-led research, and a senior capstone design project that brings classroom learning into real engineering practice.
Explore Electrical & Computer Engineering
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[Department of Mechanical Engineering
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Prepare for careers across automotive, aerospace, biomedical, construction, green building, and renewable energy through a curriculum built on hands-on problem-solving.
Explore Mechanical Engineering
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[Air and Space Studies (AFROTC)
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Earn a commission in the United States Air Force or Space Force while pursuing your degree, with three and four-year program options designed to fit civilian college life.
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# Department of English, World Languages and Literatures
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# Department of English, World Languages and Literatures
**Where words become the tools to change the world for the better.**
Build a well-rounded liberal arts foundation and a broad literary background across English, world languages and contemporary fields of study. Join a community of scholars and alumni that spans the globe, with strong encouragement to study abroad through partner networks offering hundreds of locations, and graduates are prepared for some of the most rewarding professions a global education can open.
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# Department of Kinesiology and Health
# Department of Kinesiology and Health
**Where the science of movement meets a lifelong commitment to health and well-being.**
Study exercise science, health science, physical education and public health in a department built on a wellness model and the belief that physical activity strengthens lives, communities and society. Through a breadth of content knowledge, high-impact practices, faculty engagement, research opportunities and internships, students graduate as caring, competent professionals ready to serve their communities.
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# Department of Mathematics and Physics
Kakos School of Arts and Sciences
# Department of Mathematics and Physics
**Where you discover how the universe works and learn the language to explain it.**
Study mathematics and physics in a collegial, supportive department defined by small class sizes and genuine hands-on research. Students work alongside faculty on cutting-edge projects, both on campus and at laboratories around the globe, building the quantitative and analytical skills to apply their discoveries to the human world and pursue advanced study or technical careers.
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# Department of Organizational Leadership
Kakos School of Arts and Sciences
Department of Organizational Leadership
**Where working professionals build the skills to lead and advance their careers.**
Develop the leadership, communication and workforce development skills to move your career forward through bachelor's and master's programs designed for adult learners. Learn from faculty who are established professionals in consulting, business communication and coaching, with flexible options including online and hybrid models, professional cohorts, self-paced learning and accelerated completion built around your life.
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Organizational leadership degrees at Manhattan University in NYC. Flexible online, hybrid and accelerated B.S. and M.S. options built for working adults.
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# AIAA: American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics
## AIAA: American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics
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The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) is the world's largest technical society dedicated to the global aerospace profession.
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# Department of Radiation Therapy Technology
Kakos School of Arts and Sciences
# Department of Radiation Therapy Technoloy
**Where a passion for science and helping people becomes a career in patient care.**
Prepare for a profession at the forefront of cancer imaging and treatment, where advancements have never been more promising. Built for students drawn to science, medicine and direct patient contact, the program combines state-of-the-art clinical technology with a concentration in healthcare administration that develops the ethical and management skills to advance in the field.
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# Department of Religion and Philosophy
Kakos School of Arts and Sciences
Department of Religion and Philosophy
**Where big questions about culture, ethics, meaning, and justice shape how you engage the world.**
Explore how religion and philosophy shape culture, ethics and social structures through a person-centered education built for life in the twenty-first century. Develop moral and creative problem-solving skills to address some of the world’s most pressing challenges. Go deeper on major issues related to peace and justice. Prepare yourself for law school, graduate work, or careers in social action while taking full advantage of everything a global city offers through research, internships, and community-engaged learning.
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Religion and philosophy at Manhattan University in NYC. A person-centered education in peace and justice, philosophy and religious studies.
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# Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences
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# Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences
**Where understanding people and society leads to transformative careers.**
Study criminology, sociology and psychology in a department rooted in a wellness model that promotes lifelong health and well-being. With undergraduate programs and graduate pathways in counseling, marriage and family therapy and mental health counseling, students train under professors who champion scholarship, individual dignity and a commitment to social justice through hands-on service.
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# Department of Accounting, Business Analytics, CIS and Law
O'Malley School of Business
Department of Accounting, Business Analytics, CIS and Law
**Where business, technology and law converge to shape the next generation of professionals.**
Build expertise across four interconnected disciplines that drive today's economy. Through hands-on learning, faculty mentorship and direct access to New York City employers, students graduate with the technical skills, professional credentials and ethical foundation to lead in a changing business world.
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Prepared for the Real World
Prepare for Careers in Business, Technology and Law
The Department of Accounting, Business Analytics, Computer Information Systems and Law brings together programs that help students build technical expertise, professional confidence and a strong ethical foundation. Through small classes, applied coursework and direct access to faculty mentors, students learn how to solve real business problems, work with data and technology, understand legal and regulatory issues, and lead with integrity.
Students in the department can pursue majors and minors in accounting, business analytics and computer information systems, along with business law courses required for all School of Business students. Motivated accounting students may also complete both a bachelor’s degree and an MBA in Professional Accounting through the five-year B.S./MBA program.
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The O'Malley School of Business holds AACSB accreditation, a distinction earned by fewer than six percent of business schools worldwide. Students benefit from this gold-standard credential alongside small classes and direct faculty mentorship that defines the Manhattan University experience.
Hands-On From Day One
Students apply classroom learning through internships, the Business Analytics Competition, the Innovation Challenge, hackathons, Google Challenge experiences, and the IRS-certified VITA program serving Bronx residents.
Tech Skills That Travel
Coursework spans databases, networks, data analysis, cybersecurity, programming, AI, and cloud computing. Students earn IBM SkillsBuild digital badges in AI, cybersecurity, and analytics to strengthen résumés and LinkedIn profiles.
Faculty Who Practice What They Teach
Professors bring active research and professional experience in accounting, tax transparency, ESG reporting, anti-bribery compliance, software engineering, data science, healthcare analytics, corporate governance, and real estate law.
NYC Pathways to Professional Careers
New York City access opens doors in accounting, auditing, taxation, analytics, cybersecurity, consulting, and compliance. Internships and an alumni network spanning the city's financial, technology, and professional-services firms connect what students learn in class to real opportunities across the workforce.
A Community of Future Leaders
Students build leadership and professional networks through the Accounting Society, Law Society, Mock Trial, Women in Business, and honor societies, including Beta Alpha Psi, Beta Gamma Sigma, and Alpha Iota Delta.
The Manhattan University Difference
Three Disciplines, One Career Advantage
Few departments bring accounting, business analytics and computer information systems under one roof. That structure gives students a rare cross-disciplinary edge: an analytics major fluent in business law, a CIS student earning IBM digital credentials, an accounting student preparing for the CPA. Backed by faculty researchers, signature competitions and direct access to New York City employers, students graduate with the credentials, networks and adaptability today's employers expect.
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The Department of Accounting, Business Analytics, CIS and Law prepares students to lead in a data-driven, technology-shaped economy, with undergraduate and graduate programs grounded in the technical, analytical, and ethical skills modern business demands. Undergraduates build a strong foundation through bachelor's degrees and minors in accounting, business analytics, and computer information systems, while graduate students pursue flexible master's degrees in business analytics, digital marketing and analytics, and financial analytics, offered in online, blended, and on-campus formats built around their schedules and goals. Every program is part of the O'Malley School of Business, an AACSB-accredited institution, a distinction earned by fewer than six percent of business schools worldwide. Supported by expert faculty, small classes, and the unmatched career opportunities of New York City, students graduate ready to turn complex information into confident decisions.
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# Department of Chemical Engineering
School of Engineering
Department of Chemical Engineering
**Where supportive faculty help you turn curiosity into research, careers and global impact.**
The Chemical Engineering Department's faculty are supportive and always willing to help you explore research opportunities and career paths. Students are encouraged to pursue co-curricular work by conducting research with faculty, competing in the New York City area and helping design sustainable solutions in developing nations. The result is a hands-on education that pairs technical depth with the Lasallian commitment to using engineering skills in service of others.
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Small Classes, Close Mentorship
With an 11:1 student-to-faculty ratio and nearly all classes under 20 students, our faculty know you by name and guide you through every stage of your education.
Strong Career Placement
More than 90% of graduating seniors are employed or enrolled in graduate school within six months, supported by a strong alumni network and active recruiting.
Flexible, Focused Curriculum
Senior technical electives let you concentrate your studies in cosmetic engineering, biopharmaceutical engineering, novel materials, or environmental engineering.
State-of-the-Art Laboratories
Every one of our labs is new or newly renovated, equipped with current chemical engineering technology for hands-on, experiential learning.
The New York City Advantage
Our program's close ties to New York City open doors to conferences, networking events, industry connections, and cultural enrichment.
Active Student Community
Student organizations like the Cosmetic Engineer and Chemist Society and the student chapter of AIChE build lasting connections and professional skills.
The Manhattan University Difference
What Sets Chemical Engineering at Manhattan University Apart
Manhattan University's Chemical Engineering program combines rigorous fundamentals with hands-on experience, individualized mentorship, and the unmatched opportunities of New York City. Students graduate as experienced problem solvers with the technical, analytical, and communication skills employers seek.
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## **Degree Program Offerings for the Department of Chemical Engineering**
Manhattan University's Chemical Engineering department offers two pathways to advance your career, from an undergraduate foundation to graduate specialization. Review the programs below.
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## Chemical Engineering B.S.
Build your fundamental engineering skills alongside the communication and ethical tools that make an effective professional. Our undergraduate program blends rigorous coursework with hands-on laboratory experience and the option to concentrate in a specialized focus area.
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## Chemical Engineering M.S.
Advance your understanding of core engineering principles with a graduate program available fully online or entirely in person. Choose from focus areas in consumer products and cosmetic engineering, novel materials, or biopharmaceutical engineering.
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Chemical engineering students can tailor their studies to match their career goals. Through senior technical electives and graduate focus areas, students can specialize in consumer products and cosmetic engineering, biopharmaceutical engineering, or the principles and processing of novel materials, with an additional option to minor in environmental engineering.
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Our faculty bring deep industry experience and a commitment to teaching, mentoring students through research, hands-on projects, and professional development. Guided by small classes and a caring environment, they prepare graduates to thrive in chemical and related industries.
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# Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering
School of Engineering
# Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering
**Where two of the school's oldest programs tackle the infrastructure and clean water challenges of a changing world.**
Encompassing two of the school's oldest and most reputable programs, the Civil and Environmental Engineering Department has grown and adapted to meet the needs of our changing world. One of the largest departments on campus, it offers a wide breadth of courses that address everything from the safety of the city's infrastructure to ensuring everyone has access to clean water. Students learn hands-on in the labs, at internships and on-site at landmark engineering projects across the New York City area.
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# Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
School of Engineering
# Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
**Where time in the labs and a senior design capstone turn theory into practical expertise.**
The Electrical and Computer Engineering Department gives you a practical education by emphasizing time in the labs with faculty and hands-on learning that culminates in a senior design capstone course. Students are encouraged to pursue the topics that interest them by choosing from a variety of elective courses or tailoring a research project to their own interests and goals. Close faculty guidance and access to New York City employers prepare graduates to lead across electrical and computing fields.
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# Department of Mechanical Engineering
School of Engineering
# Department of Mechanical Engineering
**Where a tight-knit community opens doors to careers across automotive, aerospace, biomedical and green design.**
The Mechanical Engineering Department gives you the tools to work in a variety of important fields, ranging from automotive, aerospace and biomedical engineering to construction, green building design and solar power. A tight-knit community gives students plenty of face time with professors in classrooms and labs, with many pursuing one-on-one research projects with faculty or off-campus internships for real-world industry experience. The result is the reach of a large university with the personalized benefits of a small school.
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# Air and Space Studies (AFROTC)
School of Engineering
# Air and Space Studies (AFROTC)
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# AIChE: American Institute of Chemical Engineers
## AIChE: American Institute of Chemical Engineers
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The American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) is the world's leading organization for chemical engineering professionals, with more than 50,000 members from over 100 countries.
Membership provides students with insight into the latest technology in the chemical engineering field, connect with a global network of colleagues and find extracurricular educational opportunities.
Chartered in 1963, Manhattan University’s AIChE chapter participates in several annual events, such as the Chem-E-Car Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference and the Battle of Brains event on campus. The club also coordinates trips to local manufacturing complexes to see firsthand how complex products are made.
### How to Join
All students are welcome to join, but chemical engineering majors will benefit most from membership. Sign up at the biannual activities and volunteer fair which happens at the start of each fall and spring semester, or contact the club directly at .
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# Alpha Phi Delta
## Alpha Phi Delta
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Alpha Phi Delta is a national fraternity rooted in its founders’ Italian heritage. Since its creation in 1914 at Syracuse University, more than 20,000 men have become part of a legacy that continues on Manhattan’s campus, where members of the Beta Beta chapter take pride in their letters and lends support to the University and community.
During the spring semester each year, Alpha Phi Delta runs a “Hoops for Troops†basketball tournament to raise funds for the charity, Homes for our Troops. Alpha Phi Delta also does philanthropic work to support a children’s cancer foundation, and hosts social events focused on developing community among the brothers.
### How to Join
Any male Manhattan University student is welcome to rush Alpha Phi Delta. Rush events are held during the first few weeks of each fall and spring semester. Once rush events are over and the new pledge class is selected, Alpha Phi Delta events are generally for brothers only unless otherwise advertised.
Contact Alpha Phi Delta by emailing .
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# American Society of Civil Engineers
## American Society of Civil Engineers
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The Manhattan University chapter of the [American Society of Civil Engineers](http://www.asce.org/) (ASCE) is made up of a supportive community of peers who are passionate about building successful careers and improving society. Founded in 1927, Manhattan’s chapter has more than 400 members, making it the largest student chapter in the tri-state area. ASCE helps to enrich your civil engineering education outside of the classroom through professional networking sessions, technical lectures and social events.
Manhattan University’s chapter is affiliated with the American Society of Civil Engineers, the nation’s oldest engineering society, representing more than 150,000 members in 177 countries.
ASCE participates in many fun and educational events through the year including:
- Steel bridge building competition
- Concrete canoe competition
- Battle of the Brains, a knowledge and skills competition between the four main engineering disciplines at Manhattan University
- Site visits to landmarks like Grand Central Station, the new World Trade Center Transportation Hub, and 432 Park Avenue — the tallest residential building in the Western Hemisphere
- Young professional networking events
### How to Join
All students are welcome to join ASCE, but civil engineering majors will benefit most from membership. Sign up at the biannual activities and volunteer fair which happens at the start of each fall and spring semester, or contact the club directly at .
---
---
title: "American Chemical Society"
url: "/campus-life/clubs-orgs/american-chemical-society"
type: page
date: 2026-04-30
updated: 2026-05-19
---
# American Chemical Society
## American Chemical Society
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The Manhattan University chapter of the American Chemical Society provides undergraduate students exposure to different opportunities within the fields of chemistry and biochemistry. The chapter is affiliated with the [American Chemical Society](https://www.acs.org/) (ACS), the largest scientific society in the world which has more than 158,000 professional members around the world and works to advance science, advocate for chemistry, enable career development, educate the public, support future chemists and promote diversity.
Students involved with ACS have an opportunity to attend American Chemical Society national or regional meetings where industry leaders give presentations about emerging topics in chemistry. Manhattan University’s ACS chapter also hosts a mentor program and invites speakers to campus.
### How to Join
All students are welcome to join the American Chemical Society but students who have a major related to chemistry or biochemistry will benefit the most from membership. Sign up at the biannual activities and volunteer fair which happens at the start of each fall and spring semester, or email directly.
---
---
title: "Sanctus Artem"
url: "/campus-life/clubs-orgs/sanctus-artem"
type: page
date: 2026-04-30
updated: 2026-05-19
---
# Sanctus Artem
## Sanctus Artem
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Sanctus Artem (translated as "pure arts" in Latin) seeks to foster student creativity and collaboration through a variety of visual, performing & literary arts-related activities. Creating a space for the expression of ideas on and off campus, the club provides students with the opportunity to come together, focus their talents, and fulfill their artistic potential.
### How to Join
All students who have an interest in art are welcome to join Sanctus Artem. Sign up at the biannual activities and volunteer fair which happens at the start of each fall and spring semester, or contact the club directly at .
---
---
title: "ASME: American Society of Mechanical Engineers"
url: "/campus-life/clubs-orgs/asme"
type: page
date: 2026-04-30
updated: 2026-05-19
---
# ASME: American Society of Mechanical Engineers
## ASME: American Society of Mechanical Engineers
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The Manhattan University chapter of the [American Society of Mechanical Engineers](https://www.asme.org/) (ASME) introduces students to opportunities and careers in the mechanical engineering field. As a member, you’ll have access to:
- professional networking opportunities
- a job board of internships and career opportunities
- an e-Mentoring program
- scholarships and financial aid opportunities
- free educational tools and content for students
- updates on the latest industry news and standards
- a supportive community of fellow mechanical engineers
Manhattan University’s chapter is affiliated with the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, a worldwide organization with more than 130,000 members, including 32,000 student members in 152 countries.
### How to Join
All students are welcome to join ASME, but mechanical engineering majors will benefit most from membership. Sign up at the biannual activities and volunteer fair which happens at the start of each fall and spring semester, or contact the club directly at .
---
---
title: "Association for Computing Machinery"
url: "/campus-life/clubs-orgs/association-computing-machinery"
type: page
date: 2026-04-30
updated: 2026-05-19
---
# Association for Computing Machinery
## Association for Computing Machinery
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This student chapter of the [Association for Computing Machinery](https://www.acm.org/) (ACM), a worldwide organization, works to connect students with the computing community at large, by hosting and attending seminars and lectures, and providing the opportunity to meet others in their intended field. An annual highlight is the Greater NY ACM Computer Programming Contest, which draws more than 150 programs from 19 colleges and universities in the region. [Manhattan University hosted the event in 2016.](/news/archive/2016/11/manhattan-hosts-acm.php)
### How to Join
To join, please reach out directly to the faculty moderator.
### Faculty Moderator
Kashifuddin Qazi
[718-862-8025](tel:718-862-8025)
---
---
title: "Biology Club"
url: "/campus-life/clubs-orgs/biology-club"
type: page
date: 2026-04-30
updated: 2026-05-19
---
# Biology Club
## Biology Club
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The Biology Club is a student organization that looks at the application of concepts and methods in the field of biology. It is open to anyone who enjoys biology, nature, or science. Members are encouraged to organize and take part in fundraising events, service and research projects, professional guest lectures as well as social events.
### How to Join
The Biology Club is open to all students, however students studying biology or environmental science may benefit most from membership. Sign up at the biannual activities and volunteer fair which happens at the start of each fall and spring semester, or contact the club directly at .
---
---
title: "The Black Student Union"
url: "/campus-life/clubs-orgs/black-student-union"
type: page
date: 2026-04-30
updated: 2026-05-19
---
# The Black Student Union
## The Black Student Union
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The Black Student Union is an organization that provides students cultural diversity at Manhattan University, with special regard to students of African descent. Our purposes and goals are to develop political awareness, expand employment and promotional opportunities, and expand the quality of life on campus. We believe in fostering a community that provides students the opportunity to voice their opinions, differences, goals, and ideas.
### How to Join
Club membership is open to any student interested in creating a diverse and inclusive environment on campus, as well as celebrating the culture of those of African descent. This club is open to any part-time or full-time undergraduate and graduate students. Sign up at the biannual activities and volunteer fair which happens at the beginning of each fall and spring semester, or contact the club directly at .
---
---
title: "Business Analytics Competition"
url: "/campus-life/clubs-orgs/business-analytics-competition"
type: page
date: 2026-04-30
updated: 2026-05-19
---
# Business Analytics Competition
## Business Analytics Competition
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The Business Analytics Competition is an annual campus-hosted event that provides an exciting opportunity for undergraduate students studying business analytics (or related fields) to test their knowledge and hone their skills. Competing students not only engage in the “art and science†of decision-making but also practice their ability to draw business insight from a comprehensive analysis of relevant data. The competition takes place in early summer.
### How to Join
The Business Analytics Competition is open to all students but students in the School of Business will benefit most. To learn more, contact the planning committee directly at or visit the [Business Analytics Competition website](/academics/business/student-competitions/business-analytics-competition-bac "Business Analytics Competition & Conference").
---
---
title: "Cheerleading"
url: "/campus-life/clubs-orgs/cheerleading"
type: page
date: 2026-04-30
updated: 2026-05-19
---
# Cheerleading
## Cheerleading
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Manhattan cheerleaders pump up the crowds at men's and women's home basketball games, and often travel with the team during post-season play and tournaments. Rehearsals are held bi-weekly throughout the winter season in Draddy Gymnasium.
### How to Join
Some experience cheerleading is recommended to join this facet of the Jasper Spirit Squad, but all students are welcomed to try out. Cheerleading tryouts are held each academic school year during orientation. Contact us at for more information.
---
---
title: "Crochet Club"
url: "/campus-life/clubs-orgs/crochet-club"
type: page
date: 2026-04-30
updated: 2026-05-19
---
# Crochet Club
## Crochet Club
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The purpose of the Crochet Club is to provide a community on campus for students who are interested in crocheting.
### How to Join
Send an email to the club at or just show up to an event, and ask how to join. You may also contact the club's faculty advisor, Emmett Ryan, Ph.D. at .
---
---
title: "Cru - an interdenominational Christian parachurch organization"
url: "/campus-life/clubs-orgs/cru"
type: page
date: 2026-04-30
updated: 2026-05-19
---
# Cru - an interdenominational Christian parachurch organization
## Cru - an interdenominational Christian parachurch organization
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The mission of Cru is to give students the opportunity to meet Jesus as a source of hope and peace for their lives. We want to show students that Jesus was not just some character in a story or a “nice guy,†but that he is all that he claimed to be. He is God, and He is concerned with all aspects of our lives, wanting to have a relationship with each of us.
Cru tries to create an environment of people of all faith backgrounds, including none at all, who can all talk freely about their lives, their goals, fears, challenges, and beliefs. It is an environment to meet new people who may have different world views and have conversation. Cru gives students a place to discuss the difficult questions that sometimes get ignored (ie. What is my purpose?)
Cru hosts a weekly Life Group discussion on campus. The time, day and location is arranged by the Cru leaders each semester to best fit the schedules of recurrent attenders. There are several fun events and trips on and off campus that Cru sets up for students to participate in. These events are established by the Cru leaders each semester.
### How to Join
To learn more about Cru, check out our Instagram page @manhattancollegecru or reach out to us at .
---
---
title: "Delta Kappa Epsilon"
url: "/campus-life/clubs-orgs/delta-kappa-epsilon"
type: page
date: 2026-04-30
updated: 2026-05-19
---
# Delta Kappa Epsilon
## Delta Kappa Epsilon
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The self-proclaimed “Gentlemen, Scholars and Jolly Good Fellows,†in Manhattan University’s Phi Mu chapter of Delta Kappa Epsilon have built a name for themselves in philanthropy and fun on campus since the fraternity’s formal recognition in 2014.
Each year, DKE participates in multiple different events on campus, including Safe Halloween, Harvest Fest, Flowergram, Movember and more. After graduation, alumni have gone on to work at IBM, Morgan Stanley, Google, Chase, and Microsoft.
### How to Join
Any male Manhattan University student is welcome to rush Delta Kappa Epsilon. Rush events are held during the first few weeks of each fall and spring semester. Once rush events are over and the potential new members are selected, DKE events are generally for brothers only unless otherwise advertised.
Contact the chapter directly at .
[Learn more at the chapter website.](http://dkephimu.weebly.com/)
### Moderator
Brother Daniel Gardner
---
---
title: "Economics and Finance Society"
url: "/campus-life/clubs-orgs/economics-finance-society"
type: page
date: 2026-04-30
updated: 2026-05-19
---
# Economics and Finance Society
## Economics and Finance Society
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The Economics & Finance Society is ideal for students who seek to learn the economic and financial realities of the modern world. This group brings real-world expertise to campus through lectures conducted by both alumni and professionals in the workplace.
The mission of the Economics & Finance Society is to set a precedent of leadership like that found in successful global businesses. Through the use of various presentations throughout the school year, students and professors can learn of new ideas, careers, and principles within the economic and financial fields and gain a deeper understanding of ethical business trade.
### How to Join
The Economics & Finance Society is open to all students, however economics and finance majors may benefit most from membership. Sign up at the biannual activities and volunteer fair which happens at the start of each fall and spring semester, or contact the club directly at .
---
---
title: "Entrepreneurship Club"
url: "/campus-life/clubs-orgs/entrepreneurship-club"
type: page
date: 2026-05-01
updated: 2026-05-19
---
# Entrepreneurship Club
## Entrepreneurship Club
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The Entrepreneurship Club allows students to explore opportunities regarding new businesses. Open to undergraduates of all majors on our campus, the club meets with entrepreneurs to learn about starting a successful business or venture.
In addition, every spring the O'Malley School of Business hosts The Innovation Challenge at Manhattan University. The competition is open to all Manhattan University students and the cash prizes total to $5,000. All you need is an innovative idea. For more information on how to enter, visit the Innovation Challenge webpage.
### How to Join
The Entrepreneurship Club is open to all students. Sign up at the biannual activities and volunteer fair which happens at the start of each fall and spring semester, or contact the club directly at .
---
---
title: "Fed Challenge"
url: "/campus-life/clubs-orgs/fed-challenge"
type: page
date: 2026-05-01
updated: 2026-05-19
---
# Fed Challenge
## Fed Challenge
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Manhattan University has participated in the College Fed Challenge for more than a decade, with an impressive record of outstanding performances.
The Fed Challenge is a national academic competition designed to encourage undergraduate students to learn more about economics, monetary policy, and the Federal Reserve System. Hosted annually by the Federal Reserve Bank, the competition brings together teams of students who play the role of monetary policymakers by analyzing economic conditions and recommending a course, such as a rate cut or increase, for monetary policy.
### How It Works
After months of rigorous preparation, the Manhattan University team gives a presentation on its findings and recommendations before a panel of economists from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. Manhattan’s 2024 presentation included a lively discussion about the inverted yield curve , productivity, and monetary policy.
If selected as regional semifinalists, the team then participates in a question-and-answer session, during which members respond to questions from the judges about recommendations made in the presentation. Three finalists are then selected. Their presentations and questions-and-answer sessions are reviewed by the to determine the top three winners and three runners-up.
### Manhattan University and the Fed Challenge
Under the guidance of advisor [Hany Guirguis, Ph.D.](/node/938), interim dean of the O’Malley School of Business, Manhattan University has proved to be an exceptionally strong competitor in the Fed Challenge. The University has advanced to the regionals five times in the space of 14 years. In 2024, Manhattan’s team placed in the top 18 teams nationwide from a pool of more than 100 contenders. Within the New York division, they placed in the top three teams out of 30 competitors including Columbia University, New York University, Pace University, Rutgers University and Fordham University.
The Fed Challenge helps Manhattan University students develop skills in research, data analysis, public speaking and critical thinking; learn about career opportunities in economics and finance; and network with peers from other schools, professors and Federal Reserve employees.
> The Fed Challenge allows you to gain hands-on experience with market research, public speaking, and even developing monetary policy recommendations, in ways that surpass any experience you can get in a classroom setting. This has allowed me to have a better conversation while interviewing for summer internships, as I can show them that I have a great grasp on the many factors that impact the economy. I would highly recommend the Fed Challenge to anyone looking for an extra challenge in their undergraduate experience. It pushes them to develop skills of determination, hard work, teamwork, and so much more. -- Cara Loganadhan ’26 , 2024 Team Chairperson
### How To Join
The College Fed Challenge takes place during the fall semester and is available as an elective class, as well as a co-curricular activity. Typically, students are recruited for this prestigious competition, but others who are interested in joining or supporting the Manhattan University team should reach out to Hany Guirguis at .
---
---
title: "Ferroequinology (Train) Club"
url: "/campus-life/clubs-orgs/ferroequinology"
type: page
date: 2026-05-01
updated: 2026-05-19
---
# Ferroequinology (Train) Club
## Ferroequinology (Train) Club
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The Manhattan University Ferroequinology (Train) Club offers students an opportunity to discuss the past, present and future of the rail industry through group discussions and field trips.
### How to Join
The Ferroequinology (Train) Club is open to all students. To join and attend an advertised meeting contact by email or the faculty advisor Peyman Honarmandi, Ph.D. at .
---
---
title: "Film Society"
url: "/campus-life/clubs-orgs/film-society"
type: page
date: 2026-05-01
updated: 2026-05-19
---
# Film Society
## Film Society
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The Manhattan University Film Society offers students an intellectual environment for watching and discussing films on a regular basis. Many students present films themselves, while other screenings are led by faculty. The Society plans regular field trips that broaden students' knowledge of film. Past trips include the Museum of the Moving Image in Queens and the Studio Museum in Harlem. The Film Society also brings individuals who work in the industry to campus.
### How to Join
The Film Society is open to all students. To join, simply attend an upcoming event or contact the faculty advisor Margaret Groarke, Ph.D. at .
---
---
title: "Fuerza Latina"
url: "/campus-life/clubs-orgs/fuerza-latina"
type: page
date: 2026-05-01
updated: 2026-05-19
---
# Fuerza Latina
## Fuerza Latina
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Making empanadas, practicing salsa dance and learning the art of Caribbean steel drumming are just a few of the cultural traditions you'll enjoy as a member of Fuerza Latina, a club that immerses the campus community in Hispanic culture.
Each year, Fuerza Latina collaborates with Student Engagement to host Latinofest, an annual semi-formal event featuring food, music and dance native to Hispanic culture. The group also helps organize an annual event to commemorate National Hispanic Heritage Month, which extends from September through October.
### How to Join
Membership in Fuerza Latina is open to any student who is passionate about Latin and Caribbean culture. Sign up at the biannual activities and volunteer fair which happens at the start of each fall and spring semester, or contact the club directly at .
---
---
title: "Gaelic Society"
url: "/campus-life/clubs-orgs/gaelic-society"
type: page
date: 2026-05-01
updated: 2026-05-19
---
# Gaelic Society
## Gaelic Society
Most notable is this group’s participation in New York City’s annual St. Patrick's Day Parade, during which the Gaelic Society marches down Fifth Avenue with the Manhattan University Alumni Society and the Pipes and Drums band.
The Gaelic Society organizes all the preparation for the University’s involvement in the parade and distributes University-branded sashes, scarves, and other items to Manhattan University students, alumni, faculty, staff and friends who wish to march. Its members also organize a St. Patrick’s Day luncheon in March, as well as an Irish Night — a celebration of food, music and other cultural traditions.
### How to Join
Membership is open to all students. Sign up at the biannual activities and volunteer fair which happens at the start of each fall and spring semester, or contact the club directly at .
---
---
title: "Faculty | O'Malley School of Business"
url: "/academics/business/about/faculty"
type: page
date: 2026-05-01
updated: 2026-05-20
---
# Faculty | O'Malley School of Business
O'Malley School of Business
## Faculty
Discover the faculty of Manhattan University's O'Malley School of Business, where AACSB-accredited professors teach at the intersection of theory and practice in one of the world's leading business capitals. Our faculty bring decades of industry experience, active research agendas, and individualized mentorship, preparing students for careers in finance, analytics, accounting, marketing, and management.
 [Tariq Ahmad](/directory/tariq.ahmad)Volunteer NCAA Compliance Coordinator
Athletic Compliance
Adjunct
Management & Marketing
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Mary Allgaier](/directory/mary.allgaier)Office Manager
School of Business
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Ralph D. Amicucci](/directory/ralph.amicucci)Adjunct
Accounting, CIS & Law
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Amira Annabi](/directory/amira.annabi)Associate Professor
Economics & Finance
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Gunjan Asrani](/directory/gunjan.asrani)Visiting Assistant Professor
Accounting, CIS & Law
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Natalia Boliari](/directory/natalia.boliari)Professor
Economics & Finance
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Cherie Buziak](/directory/cherie.buziak)Adjunct
Graduate Business - MBA
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [John Castro](/directory/john.castro)Adjunct
Management & Marketing
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Lidong Cui](/directory/lidong.cui)Visiting Assistant Professor
Accounting, CIS & Law
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Michael Dowdy](/directory/michael.dowdy)Adjunct
Accounting, CIS & Law
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Carlos Elias](/directory/carlos.elias)Adjunct
Economics & Finance
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Aileen Farrelly](/directory/aileen.farrelly)Assistant Dean/Career Development
Accounting, CIS & Law
Visiting Instructor
Accounting, CIS & Law
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Enrico Forti](/directory/enrico.forti)Research Faculty
Management & Marketing
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Maria Jimena Gonzalez Ramirez ](/directory/jimena.gonzalez-ramirez)Associate Professor
Economics & Finance
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Hany Guirguis](/directory/hany.guirguis)Dean
School of Business
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Musa Jafar](/directory/musa.jafar)Associate Professor
Accounting, CIS & Law
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Assan Jallow](/directory/assan.jallow)Adjunct
Economics & Finance
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Syed Kazmi](/directory/syed.kazmi)Visiting Assistant Professor
Management & Marketing
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [MJ Kim](/directory/mj.kim)Associate Professor
Management & Marketing
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Rose Klimovich](/directory/rose.klimovich)Adjunct
Management & Marketing
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Georgios Koimisis](/directory/georgios.koimisis)Associate Professor, Gabriel Hauge Faculty Fellow
Economics & Finance
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Brian Korney](/directory/brian.korney)Adjunct
Management & Marketing
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Hanni Liu](/directory/hanni.liu)Associate Professor
Accounting, CIS & Law
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Reut Livne-Tarandach](/directory/reut.livne-tarandach)Associate Professor, Louis Capalbo Faculty Chair
Management & Marketing
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Amir Masoumi](/directory/amir.masoumi)Associate Professor
Management & Marketing
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
---
---
title: "Green Club"
url: "/campus-life/clubs-orgs/green-club"
type: page
date: 2026-05-01
updated: 2026-05-19
---
# Green Club
## Green Club
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The Green Club is an organization dedicated to sustainability at the University, in the community and throughout the world. We are devoted to exploring, learning, sharing and questioning issues related to sustainability and the green revolution.
The Green Club aims to educate members about environmental issues and topics of conservation, bring students and faculty members together to discuss pressing ecological issues and host events, volunteer and assist in “green†campus initiatives, and connect with the local community in “green†projects.
### How to Join
The Green Club is open to all students. Sign up at the biannual activities and volunteer fair which happens at the start of each fall and spring semester, or contact the club directly at .
---
---
title: "IEEE: The Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers"
url: "/campus-life/clubs-orgs/ieee"
type: page
date: 2026-05-01
updated: 2026-05-19
---
# IEEE: The Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers
## IEEE: The Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers
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The Institute of Electrical & Electronic Engineers (IEEE) is the world’s largest professional group dedicated to technological innovation and excellence for the benefit of humanity. Manhattan University’s student chapter consists of talented and dedicated computer and electrical engineering students. Our goals are to create a community amongst these students and provide them with opportunities of experience and support.
Members benefits include access to:
- career resources and recognition
- professional networking events and online communities
- continuing education
- discounts on publications, computers and more
How to Join
IEEE is open to all students, however electrical and computer engineering students will benefit most from membership. Sign up at the biannual activities and volunteer fair which happens at the start of each fall and spring semester, or contact the club directly at .
---
---
title: "Il Circolo Dante Alighieri (Italian Club) "
url: "/campus-life/clubs-orgs/italian-club"
type: page
date: 2026-05-01
updated: 2026-05-19
---
# Il Circolo Dante Alighieri (Italian Club)
## Il Circolo Dante Alighieri (Italian Club)
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Pizza, meatballs and classic Italian movies are among the treats enjoyed by Il Circolo Dante Alighieri (Italian Club) members, who also annually visit Little Italy to take part in the Feast of San Gennaro on New York City's Mulberry Street.
---
---
title: "Business Innovation Challenge"
url: "/student-life/clubs-orgs/innovation-challenge"
type: page
date: 2026-05-01
updated: 2026-06-16
---
# Business Innovation Challenge
## Business Innovation Challenge
The Innovation Challenge at Manhattan University is hosted every year in March by the [O’Malley School of Business](/academics/business). This co-curricular competition transforms students into entrepreneurs, creatively generating an idea for an exciting and practical new product or service.
The competition is open to Manhattan University students of all academic disciplines, and interdisciplinary teams are encouraged. For example, engineering students may choose to team up with business students to blend their inventions with a professional business plan.
The Innovation Challenge offers students who join the opportunity to:
- connect with others through professional and social networking events
- participate in an academic competition and professional development
As an added incentive, and to help fund your startup, the total cash to be awarded in the 2023 Challenge is $10,000. Coordinators and judges will determine the amount to be divided among the winning teams.
### Competition Rules
- A percentage of the entries submitted will be selected to prepare a presentation on a model/example of their innovation.
- The competitors should be able to answer questions from Expert Entrepreneurship Judges.
- The presentations may be modeled after the TV show Shark Tank, and must include a business plan and budget for the innovation.
- All presentations must be submitted in PowerPoint.
### Interested?
Visit the Innovation Challenge website to learn more about the competition.
The Innovation Challenge at Manhattan University is an annual co-curricular competition in the spirit of entrepreneurship.
---
---
title: "International Student Association"
url: "/campus-life/clubs-orgs/international-student-association"
type: page
date: 2026-05-01
updated: 2026-05-19
---
# International Student Association
## International Student Association
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The International Student Association acclimates international students and enriches campus life by promoting international and cross-cultural understanding and appreciation. The club sponsors a variety of events throughout the year including the highly popular International Night, an evening of live performances and international delicacies in celebration of the many cultures represented in the campus community.
### How to Join
The International Student Association is open to all students, however international students may benefit most from membership. Sign up at the biannual activities and volunteer fair which happens at the start of each fall and spring semester, or contact the club directly at .
---
---
title: "Faculty | Kakos School of Arts and Sciences"
url: "/academics/kakos/faculty"
type: page
date: 2026-05-01
updated: 2026-05-01
---
# Faculty | Kakos School of Arts and Sciences
Kakos School of Arts and Sciences
## Faculty
Explore the faculty of Manhattan University's Kakos School of Arts and Sciences, a community of scholar-teachers in Riverdale, NY who guide students through liberal arts, sciences, and education programs. From published researchers to practicing professionals, our faculty deliver small-class instruction, individualized mentorship, and the interdisciplinary perspective that defines a Kakos education.
 [Sabrin Abedin](/directory/sabrin.abedin)Adjunct
Graduate Counseling, Leadership & Education
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [James Abel](/directory/james.abel)Administrative Assistant
School of Liberal Arts
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Arafat Abu Mallouh](/directory/arafat.abu-mallouh)Associate Professor
Computer Science
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Duha Abuhishmeh](/directory/duha.abuhishmeh)Adjunct
Chemistry & Biochemistry
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Alexander Adesman](/directory/alexander.adesman)Visiting Assistant Professor
Computer Science
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Mehnaz Afridi](/directory/mehnaz.afridi)Professor
Religious Studies
Director/HGI
Religious Studies
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Kevin Ahern](/directory/kevin.ahern)Professor
Religious Studies
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Hani Ahmar](/directory/hani.ahmar)Adjunct
Mathematics
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Igor Aizenberg](/directory/igor.aizenberg)Professor
Computer Science
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Maria Beatriz Alvarez](/directory/maria-beatriz.alvarez)Adjunct
Counseling and Therapy
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Arshia Anwer](/directory/arshia.anwer)Associate Professor
Communication
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Urvashi Arora](/directory/urvashi.arora)Visiting Assistant Professor
Mathematics
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Ruben Avetisyan](/directory/ruben.avetisyan)Adjunct
Mathematics
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Roksana Badruddoja](/directory/roksana.badruddoja)Professor
Sociology
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Akeem Baird](/directory/akeem.baird)Athletic Liaison – Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
Counseling and Therapy
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Lucas Ballestin](/directory/lucas.ballestin)Adjunct
Philosophy
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Br. Charles Barbush, FSC](/directory/charles.barbush)Adjunct
Education
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Robert Barrows](/directory/robert.barrows)Adjunct
Political Science
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Andrew Bauer](/directory/andrew.bauer)Director for Performing Arts
Student Engagement
Director - Singers
Student Engagement
Adjunct
Department of Music and Theater
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [James Behr](/directory/james.behr)Adjunct
Department of Music and Theater
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Michelle Bell](/directory/michelle.bell)Adjunct
Graduate Counseling, Leadership & Education
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Claudia Beneduce](/directory/claudia.beneduce)Adjunct
Modern Languages & Literatures
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Crystal Benitez](/directory/crystal.benitez)Coordinator of Digital Media Technology
Art History and Digital Media Art
Adjunct
Art History and Digital Media Art
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Br. Robert Berger, FSC](/directory/brrobert.berger)Associate Professor
Religious Studies
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Braily Bernaber](/directory/braily.bernaber)Adjunct
Kinesiology
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
---
---
title: "Intramural Sports"
url: "/campus-life/clubs-orgs/intramural-sports"
type: page
date: 2026-05-01
updated: 2026-05-19
---
# Intramural Sports
## Intramural Sports
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The recreation division of the Office of Student Engagement sponsors on-campus intramural sports for men’s, women’s and co-ed teams. Sports that are typically offered include:
- basketball
- dodgeball
- softball
- volleyball
- flag football
- soccer
Matches are held on campus in either Draddy Gym or Gaelic Park. At the end of the season, some teams have the opportunity to compete in championships hosted off campus. Our flag football teams have even played championship games at MetLife Stadium, home of the Jets, Giants and Super Bowl XLVIII.
### How to Join
All students are welcome to join any intramural sport. You have the option of choosing different competition levels based on skill level and competitive spirit. You also have the option of creating you own team or entering into the leagues as a free agent, which will allow you to be placed on a team and meet new students. View the season schedules and registration information at [IMLeagues.com](https://IMLeagues.com).
---
---
title: "Faculty | School of Engineering"
url: "/academics/engineering/faculty"
type: page
date: 2026-05-01
updated: 2026-05-01
---
# Faculty | School of Engineering
School of Engineering
## Faculty
Meet the faculty of the School of Engineering at Manhattan University, where ABET-accredited programs in chemical, civil, computer, electrical, environmental, and mechanical engineering are taught by expert professors and licensed practitioners. Located in New York City, our faculty lead funded research, mentor undergraduate and graduate students, and bring real engineering practice into every lab and classroom.
 [Walaa Abdallah](/directory/walaa.abdallah)Adjunct
Chemical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [J. Abulencia](/directory/j.abulencia)Associate Professor
Chemical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Jithu Alexander](/directory/jithu.alexander)Adjunct
Civil & Environmental Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Mahmoud Amin](/directory/mahmoud.amin)Professor
Electrical & Computer Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Brianna Armstrong](/directory/brianna.armstrong)Operations Manager
Dept of Air & Space Studies (ROTC)
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Wajdi Atallah](/directory/wajdi.atallah)Adjunct
Civil & Environmental Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Ehsan Atefi](/directory/ehsan.atefi)Associate Professor
Mechanical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Katrina Balaj](/directory/katrina.balaj)Administrative Assistant
Mechanical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Lina Baroudi](/directory/lina.baroudi)Associate Professor
Mechanical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Mayra Bendezu](/directory/mayra.bendezu)Adjunct
Dept of Air & Space Studies (ROTC)
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Joseph Berger](/directory/joseph.berger)Technical Supervisor
Engineering Technical Support
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Sal Bousleiman](/directory/sal.bousleiman)Adjunct
Civil & Environmental Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Jeanette Brown](/directory/jeanette.brown)Research Professor
Civil & Environmental Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Jonathan Caciola](/directory/jonathan.caciola)Part-Time Environmental Engineering Research Coordinator
Civil & Environmental Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Thomas Cambria](/directory/thomas.cambria)Adjunct
Electrical & Computer Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Tony Canale](/directory/tony.canale)Adjunct
Civil & Environmental Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Rich Carbonaro](/directory/rich.carbonaro)Associate Dean
Chemical Engineering
Professor
Chemical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [John Catuogno](/directory/john.catuogno)Adjunct
Mechanical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Christina Cercone](/directory/christina.cercone)Assistant Professor
Civil & Environmental Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Brother Henry Chaya](/directory/brother-henry.chaya)Adjunct
Electrical & Computer Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Mahbub Choudhury](/directory/mahbub.choudhury)Adjunct
Civil & Environmental Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Jack Consolini](/directory/jack.consolini)Adjunct
Mechanical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Robert Crook](/directory/robert.crook)Adjunct
Electrical & Computer Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Ciro Cuono](/directory/ciro.cuono)Adjunct
Civil & Environmental Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Anirban De](/directory/anirban.de)Professor
Civil & Environmental Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
---
---
title: "Investment Club"
url: "/campus-life/clubs-orgs/investment-club"
type: page
date: 2026-05-01
updated: 2026-05-19
---
# Investment Club
## Investment Club
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The Manhattan University Investment Club (MUIC) is a platform through which students can learn about the investment process, implement their strategies in a practical way, and pursue their individual career goals. The club is a long-only equity fund focused on strategic asset allocation with a one-year outlook. The club's goal is to enlighten students about potential careers in the finance industry and help them develop the skill sets necessary for the field. The experience of students, faculty, and professionals in the industry is pooled to provide members with the tools to accelerate their careers and develop a better understanding of finance.
### How to Join
The Manhattan University Investment Club is open to all students, but students with a strong interest in the financial markets may benefit the most from membership.
This club is actively seeking potential candidates who demonstrate an interest in individual equities as well as macro economics. If you’d like to join, contact or visit the [Investment Club's website](https://www.mcinvestmentclub.com/).
---
---
title: "6th Borough Airmen & Guardians"
url: "/campus-life/clubs-orgs/sixth-borough-airmen-guardians"
type: page
date: 2026-05-01
updated: 2026-05-19
---
# 6th Borough Airmen & Guardians
## 6th Borough Airmen & Guardians
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This is a student club focused around their interests in the Air Force and Space Force.
### How to Join
This club is open to all students who are interested. If interested, please reach out at .
---
---
title: "Jasper Dancers"
url: "/campus-life/clubs-orgs/jasper-dancers"
type: page
date: 2026-05-01
updated: 2026-05-19
---
# Jasper Dancers
## Jasper Dancers
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The Manhattan University Jasper Dancers are a club Division 1 University Dance Team that compete both locally and nationally. Competing in the styles of Jazz and Hip Hop, the team was fortunate enough to take home the 1st place national title for D1 Hip Hop in the 2019 National Dance Alliance national competition, and previously placed 5th in the category in 2017. In February 2025, the Jasper Dancers placed first place at a National Dance Alliance regional competition on Long Island.
Ready to join the fun yet? The team also performs at all home Men’s and Women’s Basketball games, and are active members of the Jasper community.
### How to Join
Auditions to join the Jasper Dancers are open to all students, but experience in hip-hop, modern and jazz dance are a plus. For more information, please contact [jasperdancers@manhattan.edu.](https://jasperdancers@manhattan.edu.)
---
---
title: "Faculty | Department of Biological and Chemical Sciences"
url: "/academics/kakos/departments/bio-chem/faculty"
type: page
date: 2026-05-01
updated: 2026-05-01
---
# Faculty | Department of Biological and Chemical Sciences
Department of Biological and Chemical Sciences
## Faculty
Meet the faculty of the Department of Biological and Chemical Sciences at Manhattan University, a community of scholar-teachers in Riverdale, NY, who lead programs in biology, biochemistry, chemistry, and environmental science. Our American Chemical Society-approved chemistry program and small class sizes give every student one-on-one research experience with faculty using state-of-the-art instrumentation.
 [Duha Abuhishmeh](/directory/duha.abuhishmeh)Adjunct
Chemistry & Biochemistry
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Marvin Bilog](/directory/marvin.bilog)Visiting Assistant Professor
Chemistry & Biochemistry
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Jianwei Fan](/directory/jianwei.fan)Adjunct
Chemistry & Biochemistry
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Yelda Hangun-Balkir](/directory/yelda.hangun-balkir)Professor
Chemistry & Biochemistry
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Taeef Jihaan](/directory/taeef.jihaan)Adjunct
Chemistry & Biochemistry
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Yajnanarayana Jois](/directory/yajnanarayana.jois)Adjunct
Chemistry & Biochemistry
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Ronald Leon](/directory/ronald.leon)Adjunct
Chemistry & Biochemistry
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [James McCullagh](/directory/james.mccullagh)Associate Professor
Chemistry & Biochemistry
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Matthew Obertello](/directory/matthew.obertello)Adjunct
Chemistry & Biochemistry
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Stephen Oppenheimer](/directory/stephen.oppenheimer)Adjunct
Chemistry & Biochemistry
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Jonathan Patete](/directory/jonathan.patete)Adjunct
Chemistry & Biochemistry
Administrator/Chemistry & Bio-Chemistry
Chemistry & Biochemistry
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Partha Patra](/directory/partha.patra)Adjunct
Chemistry & Biochemistry
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Angelina Persaud](/directory/angelina.persaud)Adjunct
Chemistry & Biochemistry
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Amanda Peterman](/directory/amanda.peterman)Adjunct
Chemistry & Biochemistry
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Alexandre Pinto](/directory/alexandre.pinto)Assistant Professor
Chemistry & Biochemistry
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Cassidy Raab](/directory/cassidy.raab)Adjunct
Chemistry & Biochemistry
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Jason Risolo](/directory/jason.risolo)Adjunct
Chemistry & Biochemistry
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Julian Silverman](/directory/julian.silverman)Adjunct
Chemistry & Biochemistry
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Elizabeth Teresa-Apolonio](/directory/elizabeth.teresa-apolonio)Adjunct
Chemistry & Biochemistry
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Bryan Wilkins](/directory/bryan.wilkins)Associate Professor, Kakos Endowed Research Scholar
Chemistry & Biochemistry
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Judy Wu](/directory/judy.wu)Director of General Chemistry Labs
Chemistry & Biochemistry
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
---
---
title: "Faculty | Department of Communication, Sound and Media Arts"
url: "/academics/kakos/departments/comm-sou-med-arts/faculty"
type: page
date: 2026-05-01
updated: 2026-05-01
---
# Faculty | Department of Communication, Sound and Media Arts
Department of Communication, Sound and Media Arts
## Faculty
Meet the faculty of Manhattan University's Department of Communication, Sound and Media Arts, a team of scholars and working practitioners teaching across communication, digital media art, game design and production, and sound studies in New York City. Our professors bring industry experience from media brands, record companies, art studios, and acoustic firms directly into the Riverdale classroom.
 [Arshia Anwer](/directory/arshia.anwer)Associate Professor
Communication
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Andrew Bauer](/directory/andrew.bauer)Director for Performing Arts
Student Engagement
Director - Singers
Student Engagement
Adjunct
Department of Music and Theater
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [James Behr](/directory/james.behr)Adjunct
Department of Music and Theater
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Melissa Cerezo](/directory/melissa.cerezo)Leo Hall KSAS Department Administrative Assistant
Communication
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Bob Coleman](/directory/bob.coleman)Adjunct
Communication
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Rachel Coloff](/directory/rachel.coloff)Adjunct
Department of Music and Theater
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Ilena DeRose](/directory/ilena.derose)Adjunct
Department of Music and Theater
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Daniel Garcia](/directory/daniel.garcia)Adjunct
Department of Music and Theater
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Thom Gencarelli](/directory/thom.gencarelli)Professor
Communication
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Michael Grabowski](/directory/michael.grabowski)Media Tech. Coordinator
Communication
Professor
Communication
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Leah Horowitz](/directory/leah.horowitz)Adjunct
Communications, Sound & Media Arts
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Lisa Johnson](/directory/lisa.johnson)Adjunct
Department of Music and Theater
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [James Kelly](/directory/james.kelly)Adjunct
Department of Music and Theater
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Quentin Langley](/directory/quentin.langley)Adjunct
Communication
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Geoff Mattoon](/directory/geoff.mattoon)Adjunct
Department of Music and Theater
Director of the Jazz Band
Music & Drama
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Caroline McCarthy](/directory/caroline.mccarthy)Adjunct
Communications, Sound & Media Arts
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [William Mulligan](/directory/william.mulligan)Adjunct
Department of Music and Theater
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Sasha Ono](/directory/sasha.ono)Adjunct
Department of Music and Theater
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Helen Pfeffer](/directory/helen.pfeffer)Adjunct
Communication
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Michael Plugh](/directory/michael.plugh)Associate Professor
Communication
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Mark A. Pottinger](/directory/mark.pottinger)Professor
Department of Music and Theater
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Jake Robinson](/directory/jake.robinson)Adjunct
Department of Music and Theater
Pep Band Director
Pep Band
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Joseph Ruggiero](/directory/joseph.ruggiero)Producer/Director
Communication
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [John Runowicz](/directory/john.runowicz)Adjunct
Department of Music and Theater
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Luca Lévi Sala](/directory/luca.sala)Adjunct
Department of Music and Theater
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
---
---
title: "Faculty | Department of Computer Science"
url: "/academics/kakos/departments/computer-science/faculty"
type: page
date: 2026-05-01
updated: 2026-05-14
---
# Faculty | Department of Computer Science
Department of Computer Science
## Faculty
Meet the faculty of the Department of Computer Science at Manhattan University, where expert professors teach our ABET-accredited B.S., B.A., and M.S. programs alongside game design and production in Riverdale, NY. Our faculty mentor students through algorithm design, software engineering, machine learning, and senior capstone research with the resources of New York City's tech industry at our doorstep.
 [Arafat Abu Mallouh](/directory/arafat.abu-mallouh)Associate Professor
Computer Science
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Alexander Adesman](/directory/alexander.adesman)Visiting Assistant Professor
Computer Science
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Igor Aizenberg](/directory/igor.aizenberg)Professor
Computer Science
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Darshani Jayaweera](/directory/darshani.jayaweera)Adjunct
Computer Science
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Ivan Perez](/directory/ivan.perez)Adjunct
Computer Science
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Kashifuddin Qazi](/directory/kashifuddin.qazi)Associate Professor
Computer Science
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Miaomiao Zhang](/directory/miaomiao.zhang)Assistant Professor
Computer Science
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
---
---
title: "Faculty | Department of English, World Languages and Literatures"
url: "/academics/kakos/departments/english-world-lang-lit/faculty"
type: page
date: 2026-05-01
updated: 2026-05-14
---
# Faculty | Department of English, World Languages and Literatures
Department of English, World Languages and Literatures
## Faculty
Meet the faculty of Manhattan University's Department of English, World Languages and Literatures, a community of award-winning scholar-teachers in literary studies, creative writing, and Spanish in Riverdale, NY. Our professors are devoted to the undergraduate classroom and use New York City's literary culture, theater, and publishing scene as an extension of every course.
 [Claudia Beneduce](/directory/claudia.beneduce)Adjunct
Modern Languages & Literatures
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Evgueni Bezzubikoff](/directory/evgueni.bezzubikoff)Adjunct
Modern Languages & Literatures
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Dana Cadman](/directory/dana.cadman)Adjunct
English
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Brian Chalk](/directory/brian.chalk)Coordinator of Veterans & Ease
English
Professor
English
Associate Dean
English
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Kevin Coogan](/directory/kevin.coogan)Adjunct
English
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Dev Harris](/directory/dev.harris)Adjunct
English
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Adam Koehler](/directory/adam.koehler)Professor
English
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Heidi Laudien](/directory/heidi.laudien)Associate Professor
English
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Rocco Marinaccio](/directory/rocco.marinaccio)Professor
English
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Armel Jovensel Ngamaleu](/directory/armel-jovensel.ngamaleu)Adjunct
Modern Languages & Literatures
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Lissette Nunez](/directory/lissette.nunez)Adjunct
Modern Languages & Literatures
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Deirdre O'Leary Cunningham](/directory/deirdre.oleary-cunningham)Associate Professor
English
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Cristina Pérez Jiménez](/directory/cristina.perez-jimenez)Associate Professor
English
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Laura Redruello](/directory/laura.redruello)Professor
Modern Languages & Literatures
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Evelyn Scaramella](/directory/evelyn.scaramella)Associate Professor
Modern Languages & Literatures
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Maritza Sloan](/directory/maritza.sloan)Adjunct
Modern Languages & Literatures
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Mohammed Tkachmita](/directory/mohammed.tkachmita)Adjunct
Modern Languages & Literatures
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Melinda Wilson](/directory/melinda.wilson)Adjunct
English
Director of the Center for Academic Success
Center for Academic Success
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Joann Winkler](/directory/joann.winkler)Adjunct
English
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [David Witzling](/directory/david.witzling)Visiting Associate Professor
English
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
---
---
title: "Faculty | Division of General Arts and Sciences"
url: "/academics/kakos/departments/general-arts/faculty"
type: page
date: 2026-05-01
updated: 2026-05-01
---
# Faculty | Division of General Arts and Sciences
Division of General Arts and Sciences
## Faculty
Meet the faculty of Manhattan University's Division of General Arts and Sciences, a cross-disciplinary group of professors drawn from across the Kakos School of Arts and Sciences. Our faculty advise and teach students in associate- and bachelor-level interdisciplinary studies and general studies programs designed for transfer students, returning learners, and students exploring multiple fields of interest.
 [Sabrin Abedin](/directory/sabrin.abedin)Adjunct
Graduate Counseling, Leadership & Education
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [James Abel](/directory/james.abel)Administrative Assistant
School of Liberal Arts
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Arafat Abu Mallouh](/directory/arafat.abu-mallouh)Associate Professor
Computer Science
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Duha Abuhishmeh](/directory/duha.abuhishmeh)Adjunct
Chemistry & Biochemistry
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Alexander Adesman](/directory/alexander.adesman)Visiting Assistant Professor
Computer Science
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Mehnaz Afridi](/directory/mehnaz.afridi)Professor
Religious Studies
Director/HGI
Religious Studies
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Kevin Ahern](/directory/kevin.ahern)Professor
Religious Studies
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Hani Ahmar](/directory/hani.ahmar)Adjunct
Mathematics
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Igor Aizenberg](/directory/igor.aizenberg)Professor
Computer Science
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Maria Beatriz Alvarez](/directory/maria-beatriz.alvarez)Adjunct
Counseling and Therapy
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Arshia Anwer](/directory/arshia.anwer)Associate Professor
Communication
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Urvashi Arora](/directory/urvashi.arora)Visiting Assistant Professor
Mathematics
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Ruben Avetisyan](/directory/ruben.avetisyan)Adjunct
Mathematics
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Roksana Badruddoja](/directory/roksana.badruddoja)Professor
Sociology
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Akeem Baird](/directory/akeem.baird)Athletic Liaison – Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
Counseling and Therapy
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Lucas Ballestin](/directory/lucas.ballestin)Adjunct
Philosophy
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Br. Charles Barbush, FSC](/directory/charles.barbush)Adjunct
Education
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Robert Barrows](/directory/robert.barrows)Adjunct
Political Science
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Andrew Bauer](/directory/andrew.bauer)Director for Performing Arts
Student Engagement
Director - Singers
Student Engagement
Adjunct
Department of Music and Theater
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [James Behr](/directory/james.behr)Adjunct
Department of Music and Theater
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Michelle Bell](/directory/michelle.bell)Adjunct
Graduate Counseling, Leadership & Education
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Claudia Beneduce](/directory/claudia.beneduce)Adjunct
Modern Languages & Literatures
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Crystal Benitez](/directory/crystal.benitez)Coordinator of Digital Media Technology
Art History and Digital Media Art
Adjunct
Art History and Digital Media Art
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Br. Robert Berger, FSC](/directory/brrobert.berger)Associate Professor
Religious Studies
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Braily Bernaber](/directory/braily.bernaber)Adjunct
Kinesiology
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
---
---
title: "Faculty | Department of Kinesiology and Health"
url: "/academics/kakos/departments/kinesiology/faculty"
type: page
date: 2026-05-01
updated: 2026-05-01
---
# Faculty | Department of Kinesiology and Health
Department of Kinesiology and Health
## Faculty
Meet the faculty of the Department of Kinesiology and Health at Manhattan University, a team of researchers and practitioners in Riverdale, NY teaching exercise science, health science, physical education, and public health. Our professors mentor students through hands-on labs, internships, and pre-professional pathways into physical therapy, occupational therapy, nursing, and other in-demand health careers.
 [Braily Bernaber](/directory/braily.bernaber)Adjunct
Kinesiology
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Vincent Castellano](/directory/vincent.castellano)Adjunct
Kinesiology
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Jeffrey Cherubini](/directory/jeffrey.cherubini)Professor
Kinesiology
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Fran Clemente](/directory/fran.clemente)Visiting Assistant Professor
Kinesiology
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Christie Gonzalez-Toro](/directory/christie.gonzalez-toro)Associate Professor
Kinesiology
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Emma Kaishian](/directory/emma.kaishian)Adjunct
Kinesiology
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Tedd Keating](/directory/tedd.keating)Associate Professor
Kinesiology
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Shawn Ladda](/directory/shawn.ladda)Professor
Kinesiology
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Bernadette Naughton](/directory/bernadette.naughton)Assistant to Secretary of BOT
Kinesiology
Alumni Hall KSAS Administrative Assistant
Kinesiology
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Lisa Toscano](/directory/lisa.toscano)Professor
Kinesiology
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
---
---
title: "Faculty | Department of Mathematics and Physics"
url: "/academics/kakos/departments/math-physics/faculty"
type: page
date: 2026-05-01
updated: 2026-05-01
---
# Faculty | Department of Mathematics and Physics
Department of Mathematics and Physics
## Faculty
Meet the faculty of Manhattan University's Department of Mathematics and Physics, a community of researchers and educators in Riverdale, NY teaching mathematics, physics, and astronomy through B.S. and B.A. programs. Our small class sizes and active research collaborations give students hands-on experience in theoretical and applied work, including projects at laboratories around the globe.
 [Andrew Binder](/directory/andrew.binder)Adjunct
Physics
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Joseph Buschi](/directory/joseph.buschi)Adjunct
Physics
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Madalina Buzaianu](/directory/madalina.buzaianu)Adjunct
Physics
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Farrukh Fattoyev](/directory/farrukh.fattoyev)Associate Professor
Physics
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Navagyan Ghimire](/directory/navagyan.ghimire)Visiting Assistant Professor/Lab Manager
Physics
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Bart Horn](/directory/bart.horn)Associate Professor
Physics
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Rostislav Konoplich](/directory/rostislav.konoplich)Professor, Kakos Endowed Research Scholar
Physics
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Bruce Liby](/directory/bruce.liby)Interim Associate Provost
Physics
Health Professions Advisor
Physics
Professor
Physics
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Jing Liu](/directory/jing.liu)Associate Professor
Physics
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Rosemary McCall](/directory/rosemary.mccall)Adjunct
Physics
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Ahmed Mohammad](/directory/ahmed.mohammad)Adjunct
Physics
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Barry Panas](/directory/barry.panas)Adjunct
Physics
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Victoria Plaveti](/directory/victoria.plaveti)Adjunct
Physics
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Gerald K.F. Rabl](/directory/gerald.rabl)Adjunct
Physics
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Raj Rajeevakumar](/directory/raj.rajeevakumar)Adjunct
Physics
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Ilya Reznikov](/directory/ilya.reznikov)Adjunct
Physics
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Alexandre Sakharov](/directory/alexandre.sakharov)Visiting Research Professor
Physics
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Josif Zhitnitskiy](/directory/josif.zhitnitskiy)Adjunct
Physics
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
---
---
title: "Faculty | Department of Religion and Philosophy"
url: "/academics/kakos/departments/religion-philosophy/faculty"
type: page
date: 2026-05-01
updated: 2026-05-01
---
# Faculty | Department of Religion and Philosophy
Department of Religion and Philosophy
## Faculty
Meet the faculty of Manhattan University's Department of Religion and Philosophy, a community of scholars in Riverdale, NY teaching religious studies, philosophy, and peace and justice studies. Rooted in the Lasallian tradition and connected to global organizations including the United Nations, our professors guide students through interdisciplinary study, research, and community engaged learning across New York City.
 [Lucas Ballestin](/directory/lucas.ballestin)Adjunct
Philosophy
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [David Bollert](/directory/david.bollert)Adjunct
Philosophy
Director of Veteran Success
Veterans Success Center
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Matteo Burrell](/directory/matteo.burrell)Adjunct
Philosophy
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Heidi Furey](/directory/heidi.furey)Adjunct
Philosophy
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Chantel Grant](/directory/chantel.grant)Adjunct
Philosophy
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Nicholas Kreuder](/directory/nicholas.kreuder)Adjunct
Philosophy
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Eoin O'Connell](/directory/eoin.oconnell)Professor
Philosophy
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Felipe Oliveira](/directory/felipe.oliveira)Adjunct
Philosophy
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Manasa Poluru](/directory/manasa.poluru)Adjunct
Philosophy
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Sarah Scott](/directory/sarah.scott)Professor
Philosophy
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
---
---
title: "Faculty | Department of Radiation Therapy Technology"
url: "/academics/departments/kakos/radiation-therapy/faculty"
type: page
date: 2026-05-01
updated: 2026-05-01
---
# Faculty | Department of Radiation Therapy Technology
Department of Radiation Therapy Technology
## Faculty
Meet the faculty of the Department of Radiation Therapy Technology at Manhattan University, a team of clinical educators and oncology professionals teaching in Riverdale, NY. Our faculty train students for careers in radiation therapy through rigorous coursework and 230 clinical days at affiliate medical centers across the New York City metropolitan area, including Columbia University Irving Medical Center, Westchester Medical Center, and NYU Langone.
 [Alex Cancel](/directory/alex.cancel)Adjunct
Radiological & Health Professions
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Gabriel Duah](/directory/gabriel.duah)Adjunct
Radiological & Health Professions
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Sherie Lem](/directory/sherie.lem)ESL Instructor
Radiological & Health Professions
Adjunct
Radiological & Health Professions
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Alexander Lukaj](/directory/alexander.lukaj)Adjunct
Radiological & Health Professions
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Angela Oliveira](/directory/angela.oliveira)Instructor
Radiological & Health Professions
Program Director
Radiological & Health Professions
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Leonard Stabile](/directory/leonard.stabile)Adjunct
Radiological & Health Professions
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Andrew Tamas](/directory/andrew.tamas)Adjunct
Radiological & Health Professions
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Sunny Thakkar](/directory/sunny.thakkar)Radiation Therapy Program Clinical Coordinator
Radiological & Health Professions
Instructor
Radiological & Health Professions
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Kayla Valentino](/directory/kayla.valentino)Adjunct
Radiological & Health Professions
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Weijun Xiong](/directory/weijun.xiong)Adjunct
Radiological & Health Professions
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
---
---
title: "Faculty | Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences"
url: "/academics/kakos/departments/social-behavioral/faculty"
type: page
date: 2026-05-01
updated: 2026-05-01
---
# Faculty | Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences
Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences
## Faculty
Meet the faculty of Manhattan University's Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences, a team of scholars and licensed practitioners in Riverdale, NY teaching psychology, sociology, and criminology alongside graduate counseling programs. Our faculty mentor students through one-on-one research, the annual psychology poster session, and clinical training pathways into mental health counseling, marriage and family therapy, and school counseling.
 [Nathan Bernstein](/directory/nathan.bernstein)Adjunct
Psychology
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Jay Friedenberg](/directory/jay.friedenberg)Professor
Psychology
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Josh Friedman](/directory/josh.friedman)Visiting Assistant Professor
Psychology
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Arno Kolz](/directory/arno.kolz)Associate Professor
Psychology
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Kelly Marin](/directory/kelly.marin)Professor
Psychology
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Martha Mendez-Baldwin](/directory/martha.mendez-baldwin)Adjunct
Psychology
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Pascale Mevs](/directory/pascale.mevs)Adjunct
Psychology
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
 [Asghar Sajadian](/directory/asghar.sajadian)Adjunct
Psychology
[Kakos School of Arts & Sciences](/taxonomy/term/198)
---
---
title: "Faculty Information for Commencement"
url: "/academics/resources/commencement-planning/faculty-information"
type: page
date: 2026-05-01
updated: 2026-05-01
---
# Faculty Information for Commencement
## Schedules and Locations
### Graduate Commencement
**Friday, May 15, 2026**
The Graduate Commencement Exercises will begin at 4 p.m. in Draddy Gymnasium. Faculty who instruct graduate courses are required to attend. Other faculty members are welcome and encouraged to attend. Faculty will be asked to assemble in the auxiliary gymnasium of Alumni Hall at 3:30 p.m. to form an academic procession. Tickets are not required for faculty members. After all the ceremonies, the faculty are invited to a reception on the Quadrangle for students and their guests.
### Spring Honors Convocation
**Friday, May 15, 2026**
The Spring Honors Convocation will begin at 11 a.m. in Draddy Gymnasium and is an invitation-only event celebrating students' academic achievements. Tickets are not required for faculty members. Academic attire is not required for this event.
### Baccalaureate Mass
**Saturday, May 16, 2026**
The Baccalaureate Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. in the Chapel of De La Salle and his Brothers, Squeri Hall, for all graduates of the University. Faculty attending the liturgy will meet and form the procession at 9:30 a.m. in the auxiliary gymnasium of Alumni Hall. Tickets are not required for faculty members.
### Undergraduate Commencement
**Saturday, May 16, 2026**
The Commencement Exercises will begin at 1:30 p.m. in Draddy Gymnasium. Faculty will be asked to assemble in the auxiliary gymnasium of Alumni Hall at 1 p.m. to form the academic procession. Tickets are not required for faculty members.
## Faculty Attire
Faculty members needing to order a cap and gown for rental should order regalia at [facultydirect.herffjones.com ](http://facultydirect.herffjones.com/).
We are now taking orders for the ceremony on Friday, May 15, 2026. **The deadline to order is April 5, 2026.**
It is suggested that faculty members vest at their respective offices. There will be no security provided for personal belongings in the auxiliary gymnasium of Alumni Hall.
---
---
title: "Faculty | Department of Accounting, Business Analytics, CIS and Law"
url: "/academics/business/departments/accounting-cis-law/faculty"
type: page
date: 2026-05-01
updated: 2026-05-01
---
# Faculty | Department of Accounting, Business Analytics, CIS and Law
Department of Accounting, Business Analytics, CIS and Law
## Faculty
Meet the faculty of the Department of Accounting, Business Analytics, CIS and Law at Manhattan University, AACSB-accredited educators teaching across accounting, business analytics, computer information systems, and business law in New York City. Our professors combine active research with industry practice, guiding students through internships, certifications, and the five-year B.S./MBA pathway.
 [Ralph D. Amicucci](/directory/ralph.amicucci)Adjunct
Accounting, CIS & Law
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Gunjan Asrani](/directory/gunjan.asrani)Visiting Assistant Professor
Accounting, CIS & Law
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Lidong Cui](/directory/lidong.cui)Visiting Assistant Professor
Accounting, CIS & Law
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Michael Dowdy](/directory/michael.dowdy)Adjunct
Accounting, CIS & Law
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Aileen Farrelly](/directory/aileen.farrelly)Assistant Dean/Career Development
Accounting, CIS & Law
Visiting Instructor
Accounting, CIS & Law
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Musa Jafar](/directory/musa.jafar)Associate Professor
Accounting, CIS & Law
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Hanni Liu](/directory/hanni.liu)Associate Professor
Accounting, CIS & Law
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Mary Michel](/directory/mary.michel)Adjunct
Accounting, CIS & Law
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Marguerite Ormond](/directory/marguerite.ormond)Adjunct
Accounting, CIS & Law
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Christopher Sandoli](/directory/christopher.sandoli)Adjunct
Accounting, CIS & Law
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Amanda Sanseverino](/directory/amanda.sanseverino)Assistant Professor
Accounting, CIS & Law
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Patricia Sheridan](/directory/patricia.sheridan)Associate Professor
Accounting, CIS & Law
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Laurence Sklaw](/directory/laurence.sklaw)Adjunct
Accounting, CIS & Law
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Alin Tomoiaga](/directory/alin.tomoiaga)Associate Professor, Dr. James Suarez Endowed Chair in the School of Business
Accounting, CIS & Law
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [David Varoli](/directory/david.varoli)Adjunct
Accounting, CIS & Law
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Marc Waldman](/directory/marc.waldman)Associate Professor
Accounting, CIS & Law
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Fengyun Wu](/directory/fengyun.wu)Adjunct
Accounting, CIS & Law
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Crystal Xu](/directory/crystal.xu)Adjunct
Accounting, CIS & Law
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
---
---
title: "Meet the Admissions Team"
url: "/admissions/undergraduate/team"
type: page
date: 2026-05-01
updated: 2026-06-03
---
# Meet the Admissions Team
Undergraduate Admissions
We're here for you.
Manhattan University's undergraduate admissions team is available to help answer any questions you may have during the admissions process.
Whether you plan to apply to Manhattan University and have questions, want to schedule a campus tour (in person or virtually) or just want to talk about your options, feel free to contact us directly.
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## Benjamin Boivin
Director of Undergraduate Admissions
P: (718) 862-7200
E:
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## Jose De La Cruz
Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions
P: (718) 862-7549
M: (646) 906-0376
E:
**Region:** Westchester County, NY & Minnesota
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## Alexa Fox
Admissions Counselor
P: (718) 862-7908
M: (646) 906-0379
E:
**Region:** New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Florida, Southeast Region
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## Kelly Kennedy
Admissions Counselor
P: (718) 862-3863
M: (646) 906-0384
E:
**Region:** New England
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## Alex Plumacher
Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions
P: (718) 862-7120
M: (646) 906-0377
E:
**Region:** Bergen County, NJ & California
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## Leah Romanowski
Admissions Counselor
P: (718) 862-7905
M: (646) 906-0390
E:
**Region:** Rockland, Putnam, Orange, Dutchess and Ulster Counties; Western and Central New York
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## Madison Smith
Admissions Counselor
P: (718) 862-7909
M: (646) 906-0383
E:
**Region:** Bronx and Manhattan (NYC), Texas, Southwest Region
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## Michael Troia
Admissions Counselor
P: (718) 862-7931
M: (646) 906-0381
E:
**Region:** Brooklyn, Long Island, Staten Island, and Queens
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## Veronica Vaisman
Admissions Counselor
P: (718) 862-3865
M: (646) 906-0385
E:
**Region:** Delaware, Maryland, and Virginia
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---
title: "Jazz Band"
url: "/campus-life/clubs-orgs/jazz-band"
type: page
date: 2026-05-01
updated: 2026-05-19
---
# Jazz Band
## Jazz Band
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Calling all brass musicians, pianists and drummers! As a member of this group, you’ll perform at various campus events throughout the year, as well as at two annual concerts — one in the fall and another in the spring.
Students may also receive College credit through the Visual and Performing Arts Department for participating in the ensemble, which performs standards of the jazz repertoire, big band and selections from the American songbook.
### How to Join
Faculty, staff, alumni and students can audition for Jazz Band. Those who are interested in joining the Jazz Band must have instrumental experience, either by way of private lessons or participation in high school band. During auditions, which are held at the beginning of each semester, students will be asked to sight-read a jazz piece, play a scale of their choice, and possibly improvise the blues. Freshmen are welcome to join as long as they complete Jazz Band requirements. Contact the band at for more information.
---
---
title: "Faculty | Department of Management and Marketing"
url: "/academics/business/departments/management-marketing/faculty"
type: page
date: 2026-05-01
updated: 2026-05-01
---
# Faculty | Department of Management and Marketing
Department of Management and Marketing
## Faculty
Meet the faculty of the Department of Management and Marketing at Manhattan University, AACSB-accredited educators in New York City teaching management, marketing, and global business studies. Our professors connect students to the city's extensive alumni network and NYC internship pipeline, supporting real-world projects in consumer behavior, leadership, sustainability, and international business.
 [Tariq Ahmad](/directory/tariq.ahmad)Volunteer NCAA Compliance Coordinator
Athletic Compliance
Adjunct
Management & Marketing
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [John Castro](/directory/john.castro)Adjunct
Management & Marketing
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Enrico Forti](/directory/enrico.forti)Research Faculty
Management & Marketing
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Syed Kazmi](/directory/syed.kazmi)Visiting Assistant Professor
Management & Marketing
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [MJ Kim](/directory/mj.kim)Associate Professor
Management & Marketing
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Rose Klimovich](/directory/rose.klimovich)Adjunct
Management & Marketing
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Brian Korney](/directory/brian.korney)Adjunct
Management & Marketing
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Reut Livne-Tarandach](/directory/reut.livne-tarandach)Associate Professor, Louis Capalbo Faculty Chair
Management & Marketing
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Amir Masoumi](/directory/amir.masoumi)Associate Professor
Management & Marketing
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Edy Moulton](/directory/edy.moulton)Assistant Professor, Gabriel Hauge Faculty Fellow
Management & Marketing
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Catherine Palmiere](/directory/catherine.palmiere)Adjunct
Management & Marketing
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Winston Peters](/directory/winston.peters)Adjunct
Management & Marketing
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Yassir Samra](/directory/yassir.samra)Associate Professor
Management & Marketing
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Grishma Shah](/directory/grishma.shah)Associate Dean of the School of Business
School of Business
Professor
Management & Marketing
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Ace Simpson](/directory/ace.simpson)Visiting Professor
Management & Marketing
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Patrick Tormey](/directory/patrick.tormey)Adjunct
Management & Marketing
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Lauren Trabold](/directory/lauren.trabold)Associate Professor
Management & Marketing
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Margaret Walsh](/directory/margaret.walsh)Adjunct
Management & Marketing
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Susan Wittner](/directory/susan.wittner)Adjunct
Management & Marketing
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
---
---
title: "Faculty | Department of Economics and Finance"
url: "/academics/business/departments/economics-finance/faculty"
type: page
date: 2026-05-01
updated: 2026-05-01
---
# Faculty | Department of Economics and Finance
Department of Economics and Finance
## Faculty
Meet the faculty of Manhattan University's Department of Economics and Finance, AACSB-accredited scholars in Riverdale, NY teaching economics, finance, and the M.S. in Financial Analytics. Our program holds CFA Institute University Affiliation, a distinction shared by fewer than 260 U.S. institutions, and our faculty mentor students through research and internships in one of the world's leading financial centers.
 [Amira Annabi](/directory/amira.annabi)Associate Professor
Economics & Finance
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Natalia Boliari](/directory/natalia.boliari)Professor
Economics & Finance
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Carlos Elias](/directory/carlos.elias)Adjunct
Economics & Finance
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Maria Jimena Gonzalez Ramirez ](/directory/jimena.gonzalez-ramirez)Associate Professor
Economics & Finance
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Assan Jallow](/directory/assan.jallow)Adjunct
Economics & Finance
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Georgios Koimisis](/directory/georgios.koimisis)Associate Professor, Gabriel Hauge Faculty Fellow
Economics & Finance
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Hyeon Park](/directory/hyeon.park)Associate Professor
Economics & Finance
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Stephen Piraino](/directory/stephen.piraino)Adjunct
Economics & Finance
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Tin Shan Suen](/directory/tin-shan.suen)Adjunct
Economics & Finance
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Kudret Topyan](/directory/kudret.topyan)Professor, Gargano Endowed Chair in Global Economics
Economics & Finance
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Louis Vitali](/directory/louis.vitali)Adjunct
Economics & Finance
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Chia-Jane Wang](/directory/chia-jane.wang)Associate Professor
Economics & Finance
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
 [Haoran Zhang](/directory/haoran.zhang)Associate Professor
Economics & Finance
[School of Business](/taxonomy/term/196)
---
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title: "Faculty | Department of Chemical Engineering"
url: "/academics/engineering/departments/chemical-engineering/faculty"
type: page
date: 2026-05-01
updated: 2026-05-01
---
# Faculty | Department of Chemical Engineering
Department of Chemical Engineering
## Faculty
Meet the faculty of the Department of Chemical Engineering at Manhattan University, ABET-accredited educators and active researchers teaching in Riverdale, NY. Our professors mentor students through coursework, lab work, and senior capstone projects in process engineering, sustainability, biomaterials, and the seamless B.S. to M.S. pathway.
 [Walaa Abdallah](/directory/walaa.abdallah)Adjunct
Chemical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [J. Abulencia](/directory/j.abulencia)Associate Professor
Chemical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Rich Carbonaro](/directory/rich.carbonaro)Associate Dean
Chemical Engineering
Professor
Chemical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Nicole Donovan](/directory/nicole.donovan)Visiting Assistant Professor
Chemical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [MacKenzie Kolman](/directory/mackenzie.kolman)Adjunct
Chemical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Rob Lucas](/directory/rob.lucas)Adjunct
Chemical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Francesco Ricci](/directory/francesco.ricci)Adjunct
Chemical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Ambika Somasundar](/directory/ambika.somasundar)Adjunct
Chemical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Aravind Suresh](/directory/aravind.suresh)Assistant Professor
Chemical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Polina Tsupko](/directory/polina.tsupko)Adjunct
Chemical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Sasidhar Varanasi](/directory/sasidhar.varanasi)Professor
Chemical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Gianna Villani](/directory/gianna.villani)Adjunct
Chemical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
---
---
title: "Faculty | Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering"
url: "/academics/engineering/departments/civil-environmental/faculty"
type: page
date: 2026-05-01
updated: 2026-05-14
---
# Faculty | Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering
Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering
## Faculty
Meet the faculty of the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Manhattan University, ABET-accredited engineers and researchers in Riverdale, NY teaching across structural, geotechnical, transportation, water resources, and environmental engineering. Our faculty include licensed professional engineers and endowed chairs whose work shapes infrastructure, sustainability, and resilience projects across New York City and beyond.
 [Jithu Alexander](/directory/jithu.alexander)Adjunct
Civil & Environmental Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Wajdi Atallah](/directory/wajdi.atallah)Adjunct
Civil & Environmental Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Sal Bousleiman](/directory/sal.bousleiman)Adjunct
Civil & Environmental Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Jeanette Brown](/directory/jeanette.brown)Research Professor
Civil & Environmental Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Jonathan Caciola](/directory/jonathan.caciola)Part-Time Environmental Engineering Research Coordinator
Civil & Environmental Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Tony Canale](/directory/tony.canale)Adjunct
Civil & Environmental Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Christina Cercone](/directory/christina.cercone)Assistant Professor
Civil & Environmental Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Mahbub Choudhury](/directory/mahbub.choudhury)Adjunct
Civil & Environmental Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Ciro Cuono](/directory/ciro.cuono)Adjunct
Civil & Environmental Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Anirban De](/directory/anirban.de)Professor
Civil & Environmental Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Kerryanne Donohue-Couch](/directory/kerryanne.donohue-couch)Visiting Instructor
Civil & Environmental Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [John Duschang](/directory/john.duschang)Adjunct
Civil & Environmental Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Mohab El-Hakim](/directory/mohab.el-hakim)Research Faculty
Civil & Environmental Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Kevin Farley](/directory/kevin.farley)Professor
Civil & Environmental Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Medya Fathi](/directory/medya.fathi)Assistant Professor
Civil & Environmental Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Daniel Hochstein](/directory/daniel.hochstein)Associate Professor
Civil & Environmental Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Moujalli Hourani](/directory/moujalli.hourani)Associate Professor, Thornton-Tomasetti Faculty Fellow of Civil Engineering
Civil & Environmental Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Wendell Khunjar](/directory/wendell.khunjar)Research Professor
Civil & Environmental Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Yongwook Kim](/directory/yongwook.kim)Associate Professor
Civil & Environmental Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Al Klein](/directory/alfred.klein)Adjunct
Civil & Environmental Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [John Lawler](/directory/john.lawler)Adjunct
Civil & Environmental Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Juneseok Lee](/directory/juneseok.lee)Professor
Civil & Environmental Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Francis Lombardi](/directory/francis.lombardi)Adjunct
Civil & Environmental Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Scott Lowe](/directory/scott.lowe)Professor
Civil & Environmental Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Michael Martello](/directory/michael.martello)Adjunct
Civil & Environmental Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
---
---
title: "Faculty | Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering"
url: "/academics/engineering/departments/electrical-computer/faculty"
type: page
date: 2026-05-01
updated: 2026-05-14
---
# Faculty | Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
## Faculty
Meet the faculty of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Manhattan University, ABET-accredited educators and researchers teaching in Riverdale, NY. Our professors guide students through hands-on lab work, elective specializations, and senior capstone design across electrical engineering, computer engineering, signals, and systems.
 [Mahmoud Amin](/directory/mahmoud.amin)Professor
Electrical & Computer Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Thomas Cambria](/directory/thomas.cambria)Adjunct
Electrical & Computer Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Brother Henry Chaya](/directory/brother-henry.chaya)Adjunct
Electrical & Computer Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Robert Crook](/directory/robert.crook)Adjunct
Electrical & Computer Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Angelo Devito](/directory/angelo.devito)Visiting Assistant Professor
Electrical & Computer Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Wafa Elmannai](/directory/wafa.elmannai)Associate Professor
Electrical & Computer Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [George Giakos](/directory/george.giakos)Professor
Electrical & Computer Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Robert Mauro](/directory/robert.mauro)Professor
Electrical & Computer Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Kevin Muller](/directory/kevin.muller)Adjunct
Electrical & Computer Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Katusha Nazari](/directory/katusha.nazari)Administrative Assistant
Electrical & Computer Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Mehdi Nosrati](/directory/mehdi.nosrati)Assistant Professor
Electrical & Computer Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Nevzat Ozturk](/directory/nevzat.ozturk)Associate Professor
Electrical & Computer Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Gordon Silverman](/directory/gordon.silverman)Adjunct
Electrical & Computer Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Ildi Telegrafi](/directory/ildi.telegrafi)Adjunct
Electrical & Computer Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Yi Wang](/directory/yi.wang)Associate Professor
Electrical & Computer Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
---
---
title: "Faculty | Department of Mechanical Engineering"
url: "/academics/engineering/departments/mechanical-engineering/faculty"
type: page
date: 2026-05-01
updated: 2026-05-14
---
# Faculty | Department of Mechanical Engineering
Department of Mechanical Engineering
## Faculty
Meet the faculty of the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Manhattan University, ABET-accredited engineers and researchers teaching in Riverdale, NY across automotive, aerospace, biomedical, energy, and design applications. Our professors mentor students through labs, research, and the seamless B.S. to M.S. pathway, preparing graduates for careers in industry and advanced engineering practice.
 [Ehsan Atefi](/directory/ehsan.atefi)Associate Professor
Mechanical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Katrina Balaj](/directory/katrina.balaj)Administrative Assistant
Mechanical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Lina Baroudi](/directory/lina.baroudi)Associate Professor
Mechanical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [John Catuogno](/directory/john.catuogno)Adjunct
Mechanical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Jack Consolini](/directory/jack.consolini)Adjunct
Mechanical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Bahareh Estejab](/directory/bahareh.estejab)Associate Professor
Mechanical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Anthony Glick](/directory/anthony.glick)Adjunct
Mechanical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Oleg Goushcha](/directory/oleg.goushcha)Adjunct
Mechanical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Frank Henry](/directory/frank.henry)Research Professor
Mechanical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Peyman Honarmandi](/directory/peyman.honarmandi)Associate Professor
Mechanical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Matthew LeVine](/directory/matthew.levine)Visiting Assistant Professor
Mechanical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Bahman Litkouhi](/directory/bahman.litkouhi)Professor
Mechanical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Shahabedin Mansoor Baghaei](/directory/shahabedin.mansoor-baghaei)Visiting Assistant Professor
Mechanical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Masoud Masoumi](/directory/masoud.masoumi)Adjunct
Mechanical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Sean McCarthy](/directory/sean.mccarthy)Adjunct
Mechanical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Mohammad Naraghi](/directory/mohammad.naraghi)Professor
Mechanical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Stephen Peluso](/directory/stephen.peluso)Assistant Professor
Mechanical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Parisa Saboori](/directory/parisa.saboori)Professor
Mechanical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Diego Scambia](/directory/diego.scambia)Adjunct
Mechanical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Zahra Shahbazi](/directory/zahra.shahbazi)Adjunct
Mechanical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Aurpon Shams](/directory/aurpon.shams)Adjunct
Mechanical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Alexandra Spettmann](/directory/alexandra.spettmann)Adjunct
Mechanical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Ali Vedavarz](/directory/ali.vedavarz)Adjunct
Mechanical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
 [Chao Wang](/directory/chao.wang)Visiting Assistant Professor
Mechanical Engineering
[School of Engineering](/taxonomy/term/197)
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---
title: "Rainbow Jaspers: LGBTQ+ Student Group"
url: "/campus-life/clubs-orgs/rainbow-jaspers"
type: page
date: 2026-05-01
updated: 2026-05-19
---
# Rainbow Jaspers: LGBTQ+ Student Group
## Rainbow Jaspers: LGBTQ+ Student Group
The Rainbow Jaspers is a group of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning students, their partners and supporters. The organization aims to connect, support, and spread awareness of the LGBTQ+ community on campus.
In addition to hosting regular meetings on campus to discuss LGBTQ+ issues, the club also promotes LGBTQ+ awareness with events including:
- Coming Out Day
- Transgender Awareness Week
- Day of Silence
### How to Join
All students are welcome to join. Sign up at the start of fall or spring semester at the biannual activities and volunteer fair, or contact the club directly at .
---
---
title: "Logos"
url: "/campus-life/clubs-orgs/logos"
type: page
date: 2026-05-01
updated: 2026-05-19
---
# Logos
## Logos
Image
Logos is an annual academic journal dedicated to the liberal arts. The publication is a testament to the robust academic discourse that is present among our students, and evidence that academic study is important beyond the confines of a classroom and relevant to larger societal issues.
### How to Join
Logos is open to all students. Sign up at the biannual activities and volunteer fair which happens at the start of each fall and spring semester, or contact the club directly at .
---
---
title: "LOTUS Magazine"
url: "/campus-life/clubs-orgs/lotus-magazine"
type: page
date: 2026-05-01
updated: 2026-05-19
---
# LOTUS Magazine
## Lotus Magazine
Fashion. Beauty. Empowerment. Advocacy. These are the pillars of *Lotus*, a lifestyle magazine run entirely by Manhattan University students. The publication invites aspiring writers from Manhattan University to submit human interest articles for review by an editorial board of their peers.
### How to Join
Students interested in photography, design, and journalism are encouraged to join the *Lotus* team, and contribute editorial pieces they can incorporate into a professional portfolio. Contact