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.
Bridget Chalk, Ph.D., Notes Resistance to Education in Novels
Learning initiative researches how the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development can be implemented and taught at higher ed institutions
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.
ACEC-NY Honors Professor for His Focus on Young Learners
Scholarships Enable Pell Grant Recipients to Study Around the Globe
Scholarship Honors First Generation College Students in the Liberal Arts with a Focus on Civic Engagement
Focus of Study is on Frances Power Cobbe, British Philosopher and Women’s Rights and Animal Welfare Activist
On-Campus Learning Center is Devoted to Assisting All Manhattan College Students in Any Academic Field
Studies focus on improvement of agricultural business development and soil analysis for rural communities.
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.
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.
George K. Giakos, Ph.D., was chosen for his research and contributions in the field of artificial intelligence.
The Manhattan College interim associate provost was chosen for demonstrating the Lasallian characteristics of empathy, wisdom, honesty and humility.
The professor emerita of religious studies spent more than three decades teaching at Manhattan College.
Angel Pineda, Ph.D., was chosen for his tireless work supporting mathematicians in resource- poor environments throughout the world.
Bart Horn, Ph.D., wants to create opportunities for undergraduates and introduce a new generation of researchers to the field
This is a renewal of Angel Pineda’s current grant continuing his research into MRI effectiveness and efficiency.
Jimena González-Ramírez wants to increase the success of women and historically underrepresented groups in the economics profession.
The political science professor is a co-author of an article published on September 15 in the journal Science.
U.S. Representative Ritchie Torres also presented Mehnaz Afridi, Ph.D., with the first annual “Dr. Clarence B. Jones I Have a Dream Award.”
Parisa Saboori has provided guidance and support to the Manhattan College ASME student section for six years.
Winston Peters ’02, is one of five new members chosen at the non-profit organization.
Kevin Ahern was cited for his worldwide peacemaking efforts.
The John Paluszek ’55 First Generation Student of Excellence Scholarship Announced
Cirelli was honored by New York Moves Magazine for her role as a leader in supporting and mentoring students at Manhattan College.
Colleagues describe her as a deserving recipient who is highly trustworthy and ethical.
The event introduced prospective students to the unique opportunities that await them at Manhattan College.
Oleg Goushcha, an adjunct mechanical engineering professor, conducts wind tunnel testing on the Space Launch System Rocket. .
Their careers in education at Manhattan College have been dedicated to leadership and service.
O’Donnell received an honorary degree from Misericordia in 2019 and both his mother and aunt are alumni of the northeastern Pennsylvania university.
Salwa Ammar, Joan Cammarata, Brother Patrick Horner, Carol Hurwitz, Stephen Kaplan, Beth Kosky, Janet McShane, Brother Augustine Nicoletti and the late Graham Walker, who receives posthumous emeritus status, are retiring.
Pope Francis recognized the work Ahern has done in international Catholicism.
The Education and Health honor society is recognized for its efforts in the community.
The award will be given as part of the annual Costello Lecture.
The O’Malley School of Business professor aims to engage communities to enable coastal resilience.
The grant will support the development of a digital humanities project entitled “The Latino Catskills.”
A faculty member in the mathematics department, Udeigwe joins a group that has included Anita Hill and Ta-Nehisi Coates.
Mitchell Aboulafia, Gary Kolks, Dong Lee, Romeo Pascone and Suzanne Rudnick each have had long tenures at Manhattan College.
Udeigwe’s work will be a mathematical investigation of the effect of homeostasis in neuronal learning and memory formation.
Lawrence Udeigwe, Ph.D., is helping shape the research and development agenda.
Stephen Kaplan, Ph.D., was honored by the Bronx Chamber of Commerce and BronxNet will air a panel on Veterans Day.
Patrice Tiffany is working on an initiative to use a modeling-first approach to support students and faculty in the learning and teaching of differential equations.
Under the guidance of Jeanette Brown, Manhattan College's civil and environmental engineering students are learning practical solutions to everyday issues.
The grant will allow students to study how bacteria come together to cause infections.
Mehnaz Afridi, Ph.D., will receive the Costello Excellence in Teaching Award.
Aravind Suresh, Ph.D., earned a major grant from the National Science Foundation.
Afridi is a widely recognized interfaith scholar and dynamic classroom presence.
Cristina Pérez Jiménez, Ph.D., earns competitive national fellowship.
Manhattan College faculty are working to enhance finance knowhow for students and the greater Bronx community.
The longtime Manhattan College professor will retire in May with a long-lasting impact.
Students speak on the valuable connections they maintain after the semester is over or in some cases, after graduation.
Goma has taught accounting at Manhattan College for 30 years.
Bruce Shockey, Ph.D., a Manhattan College science professor, is now a part of history.
The professional construction organization recognizes the longtime civil engineering professor.
Cammarata is a beloved professor in the Modern Languages and Literatures department.
Clyde’s research in development and poverty alleviation will benefit Salvation Army’s mission.
Students from all five undergraduate schools are conducting Manhattan College research in 2018.
Electrical engineers are working to quickly and accurately identify the stages of lung cancer.
Richard Kirchner, Ph.D., a School of Science professor emeritus who has inspired generations of Jaspers, continues crystallography research with students.
Students and faculty spent the month of April volunteering in New York City. In doing so, they carried out the Manhattan College mission, which inspires us to lead and serve our community.
Manhattan College chemical engineers have the opportunity to intern and work at a number of organizations locally and nationally.
Heidi Furey is part of a National Science Foundation grant focused on the dilemmas surrounding autonomous vehicles.
Bryan Wilkins, Ph.D., a faculty member in the Biochemistry department, is working on chromatin remodeler complexes in living cells.
A faculty member in the philosophy department, Bollert is highly regarded by his students and peers.
A Manhattan College faculty member will also receive the annual Costello Award for Excellence in Teaching.
Manhattan College is the only school nationwide with two student scholarship recipients.
Professor Lance Evans tracks the decline of a Southwest American symbol with the help of student researchers.
Longtime adviser and co-founder of Earth Negotiations Bulletin encourages students to think globally but act locally.
Harr has spearheaded on-campus efforts with Catholic Relief Services and Fair Trade organizations.
Faculty from the Schools of Business, Engineering and Liberal Arts spent Jan. 1-9 forging research and other academic partnerships with students and faculty at Bethlehem University, Palestine, and meeting prominent leaders and NGOs in Bethlehem, Hebron, and Jerusalem, including the Catholic Relief Services (CRS).
Michele Saracino, Ph.D., professor and chair of religious studies, is researching swimming as a spiritual practice, relating our connection with water to our interactions with God and others in everyday life.
After 13 years at Manhattan College, Brother Augustine will lead the Ethiopian Catholic University of Saint Thomas Aquinas.
Religious studies professor has been a member of the College’s faculty since 2002.
Corine Fitzpatrick, Ph.D. and Lisa Toscano, Ed.D. will lead the Center.
After the Rio Games, media interested in the next Summer Games have turned to Manhattan College’s Paul Droubie, Ph.D.
Pottinger is the first Manhattan College faculty member to receive the prestigious Berlin Prize.
As an associate professor, Nicholson has helped the school thrive for more than two decades.
During Harrison’s time at Manhattan, the School of Continuing and Professional Studies has developed into a vital pillar of the College.
The outgoing dean of the School of Education and Health, Merriman will receive an honorary degree at the Commencement exercises on Saturday, May 21.
Longtime engineering professor directs popular and comprehensive program for high school students.
The Camille and Henry Dreyfus Foundation honors Manhattan College's Richard Kirchner, professor emeritus of chemistry and biochemistry.
An expert in international policy and climate change, the longtime Manhattan College professor is recognized by the international studies honor society.
Nominated by one of his students, Br. Patrick is honored for 38 years of service to Manhattan College.
Since 1988, Br. Robert has made a wide-ranging impact on his alma mater.
McManness brings 36 years of experience to the position.
Edwards honored for article in the Journal of Medieval History.
Sina Shahbazmohamadi, Ph.D., in collaboration with the University of Connecticut, is revolutionizing the history of music with the replication of rare antique instrument parts using a 3-D printer.
‘Modernism and Mobility,’ a new book by Manhattan College professor Bridget Chalk, Ph.D., investigates the peculiar relationship between documentation and the individual.
Suzanne Cope, Ph.D., published a new book “Small Batch: Pickles, Cheese, Chocolate, Spirits and the Return of Artisanal Food”
Nominated by his students, the longtime Manhattan College professor was honored at the annual Costello Lecture series.
Walters will oversee the Mary Alice and Tom O’Malley Library.
Robert Geraci releases new book on how video games might play a role in the religious options of modern life and publishes paper with student as a result of NSF grant.
Award-winning author and historical adviser releases new book.
Maria Maust-Mohl, professor of psychology, and a leading authority on animal communication and behavior, hopes to learn more about the sounds animals make and how the environment affects these sounds for species in zoos and in the wild.
Brennan O’Donnell receives prestigious literary award on June 4.
Brennan O’Donnell elected to Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities Board of Directors.
Brother Thomas Scanlan and Christian Brothers leaders to receive honorary doctorate degrees on Feb. 13.
Robert Sharp, Ph.D., P.E., was recently recognized as a Board Certified Environmental Engineer.
The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) will recognize Tim Ward as a Fellow at the World Environmental & Water Resources Congress.
Br. Francis’ longtime and wide-ranging service helped shape the future of Manhattan College
The College community celebrated longtime faculty on April 22 at the annual Faculty Recognition Convocation in the Chapel of De La Salle and His Brothers.
Irish society will hold annual black-tie dinner on March 14
Rostislav Konoplich, Ph.D. travels to and from Geneva to collect data from the Large Hadron Collider as part of the team working on the Higgs boson discovery.
Manhattan College theologian John R. Wilcox, professor emeritus of religious studies, recently published a book outlining the challenges Catholic colleges and universities face with diminishing numbers of clergy members on campus.
Financial historian Charles Geisst, Ph.D., Ambassador Charles A. Gargano Professor of Economics and Finance at Manhattan College, will publish his 19th book, Beggar Thy Neighbor: A History of Usury and Debt, on March 4. Beggar Thy Neighbor recounts the major debt revolutions of the past to the most recent financial crises.