Manhattan College Establishes a New School of Health Professions
The school will help prepare its students for careers in high-demand health fields.
Lasallian & Catholic Mission
Manhattan College President Seeks to Revive Community in Higher Education
Even as president, Brother Daniel Gardner, FSC eats lunch every day in the school cafeteria and regularly walks the campus, where he engages with students, faculty and staff.
2022 Year in Review
Here we revisit the most memorable moments of 2022, a year of new beginnings and innovation.
Christian Brothers Academy Dedicates Statue to Manhattan College Track and Field Legend
George Sheehan dedicated much of his life to the pursuit of excellence as a competitive runner
Merry Christmas from Manhattan College
From all of us at Manhattan College, we wish you a Merry Christmas, blessed New Year, and a happy and healthy holiday season.
Sister Remigia Kushner and Sister Mary Ann Jacobs Honored for their Contributions to Catholic Education
Their careers in education at Manhattan College have been dedicated to leadership and service.
Manhattan College Commemorates Advent Afternoon of Reflection
Presentations guide faculty and staff on preparing the spirit and soul for Christmas.
Steven and Alexandra Cohen Foundation Awards $828,000 to Five Manhattan College STEM Students to Pay for Tuition
Gift Creates the Steven & Alexandra Cohen Scholarship Fund at Manhattan College.
Manhattan College Holiday Fundraiser to Benefit Lasallian Women of Hope
From now until December 12, FairTrade Caravans will be receiving donations to take a stand against child labor and promote safe working conditions
Manhattan College Announces Two Major Administrative Appointments
Colette Geary, ’82 has been appointed interim vice president for mission and strategic initiatives and Kevin Cavanagh, ’96 ’00 is named the new vice president of enrollment management.
A Festival of Lessons and Carols Returns for Annual Celebration of the Season at Manhattan College
College Singers and Orchestra perform holiday classics and Christmas hymns.
Manhattan College Establishes the Dorothy Day Center
The Catholic activist is currently being considered for sainthood.
Lasallian High School Students Spend a Memorable Day at Manhattan College
Students from Christian Brothers Academy in Lincroft visited the College’s STEM facilities
Manhattan College to Offer Scholarships to Students from Lasallian Middle and Secondary Schools
Manhattan College is offering a $2,000 scholarship to admitted first-year students who plan to attend Manhattan College and have graduated from a Lasallian middle or secondary school.
Eunice Nazar ’22 Receives Joseph J. Gunn ’30 Medal
Nazar has spent her four years in college serving others and excelling academically.
Rachel Bowers ’22 (M.A.) Named Manhattan College’s Graduate Valedictorian
Bowers will graduate with a master’s degree in school counseling.
Brother José Francisco Flores Gamio, FSC, Elected to Board of Trustees
For 38 years, Brother Francisco has built a distinguished career in the educational sector.
Students and Faculty Partner with Neighbors to Resettle Family of Afghan Refugees
Students worked with a local coalition to welcome a family of seven to the U.S.
Mission Month Celebrated Throughout April
More than 30 events are scheduled during April that reflect the College’s Lasallian heritage.
Manhattan College Builds Connections with Fellow Lasallian Schools
Students from Christian Brothers Academy in Albany visited the College’s STEM facilities.
Peace and Justice Week Begins with Annual Dorothy Day Lecture
Melissa Cedillo, Colleen Dulle and Eileen Markey will participate in a panel discussion on March 29.
Alixandria James ’23 One of 173 Students Nationwide Honored as Newman Civic Fellow
James is recognized for her commitment to public health.
Manhattan College Celebrates 10 Years of Supporting Fair Trade on Campus
In 2012, Manhattan became the first Fair Trade Campus in New York City.
Two Manhattan College Students Set to Join Virtual Encounter with Pope Francis
As part of the current synodal process, Pope Francis will talk with college students on Feb. 24.
John Desmarais ’85 to Receive 2022 De La Salle Medal
Desmarais is the founding partner of Desmarais LLP, an intellectual property law firm.
Father Joseph Nearon ’50, SSS: A Leader Among Black Catholics
Nearon was a pioneer in early integration efforts surrounding intercollegiate athletics, student government and Catholicism.
Kevin Ahern Closes Chapter as International President of Catholic Lay Movement
Pope Francis recognized the work Ahern has done in international Catholicism.
Annual Festival of Lessons and Carols Back in Person on December 5
Manhattan College’s singers and orchestra will perform holiday favorites.
Beta Alpha Psi Helping Students and Teachers Get Back to the Classroom
Students have pitched in to raise money for school supplies as classrooms fill up this fall.
Discussion on How Immigrants Have Impacted the Church Set for October 6
Deborah Kanter, Ph.D., has chronicled the impact that Mexican immigrants have had on Catholic parishes in Chicago.
Rooftop Community Garden Serves as Launching Pad for New College Readiness Program
Local high school students are earning college credits while learning sustainable practices in their backyard.
2021 Education & Health Graduate One of Three Students Nationwide to Win Award
Micaela Beatty ’21 received a distinguished service award from the Phi Epsilon Kappa honor society.
Student Veterans Organization Receives Local Community Service Award
The Irving Ladimer award honors those who have volunteered personal time to improve lives.
A Trio of Jaspers Continue Postgraduate Service Tradition
Three Manhattan College students are moving on to opportunities with national service organizations.
Jeremy Capuder ’21 is Class of 2021 Valedictorian
Capuder will be the student speaker at the 2021 Undergraduate Commencement.
Lasallian Education Symposium on De La Salle’s Feast Day
Kevin Ahern, Ph.D., associate professor of religious studies, will be the keynote speaker.
Women’s History Month at Manhattan College
Led by the Lasallian Women and Gender Resource Center, the College hosted several events during March.
Manhattan College Extends its “Mission Month” throughout the Semester
Reflecting on faculty published scholarship, students engage in dialogue and reflection.
Eunice Nazar ’22 Named One of 212 Newman Civic Fellows Nationwide
Nazar has interned at Mekong NYC in support of the Bronx community.
O’Malley School of Business Working to Strengthen Financial Literacy in Young People
Manhattan College faculty and students are working to help each other build a strong financial foundation.
Peace Pole Dedication to Cap Peace and Justice Week
The events will take place virtually and at a safe distance during the final week in February.
Top 40 Under 40: Matt Sweeney ’21 to Earn Irish Echo Award for Community Leadership
The Manhattan College senior has spearheaded a number of initiatives on and around campus.
Six HGI Events Begin with Holocaust Remembrance Day on January 27
The HGI Center will also host an interdisciplinary teach-in on white nationalism on February 2.
Lasallian Higher Education Network Focuses on Advocacy and Social Justice
The group is providing leadership opportunities for young people engaged in justice work across the region.
Message from the President: Storming of the Capitol Building
A statement from President O'Donnell on the events of January 6.
2021 Year in Review
Here we revisit the most memorable moments of 2021, a year that helped us return to the people and places we love at Manhattan College.
2020 Year in Review
As one Manhattan College community, we rose to the many challenges of 2020 and celebrated our victories together.
Merry Christmas from Manhattan College!
As we spend time with our families, remember your family here. Wishing everyone in our Manhattan College family a Blessed Christmas.
One Manhattan Ambassadors Encourage Healthy Habits on Campus
During their service hours, student and employee volunteers deliver face masks, hand sanitizer and reminders on the best ways to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Julie Leininger Pycior, Ph.D. to Deliver Annual Dorothy Day Lecture
The Manhattan College professor emeritus will reflect on Day’s life on November 8.
Study Shows Catholic Colleges Provide Unmatched Return on Investment
Catholic institutions offer students a higher ROI than other private and liberal arts colleges just 10 years after degree completion.
Brothers of the Christian Schools Provides COVID-19 Relief Grants to Member Schools
The District of Eastern North America donated $200,000 to Manhattan College and other member institutions.
Manhattan College Recognizes Fair Trade Month
Events scheduled from October 8-28 celebrate our status as a Fair Trade College.
Just Peace Students Receive Peacemaker Award from New York State Group
The group has worked to raise on-campus awareness for the peace and justice movement.
Holocaust, Genocide and Interfaith Education Center to Host Virtual Fall Events
The fall calendar begins on Sunday, Sept. 27 with an information session on the Uyghurs.
Tuesday, September 22: Manhattan College to Host Shoe Strike for Climate Justice
The event will take place on the main campus quadrangle.
Nate Garcia ’18 Researches Potential Vaccine for COVID-19
The School of Science alumnus is on a team of researchers developing a vaccine for the novel coronavirus.
Message from the President on International Students | July 10, 2020
A statement from President Brennan O'Donnell on the recent policy update from the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) with new guidelines and requirements for international students.
Blood Drive at Manhattan College: Thursday, July 9
There is an urgent need for blood in the Bronx and the surrounding area.
Manhattan College to Co-Sponsor Lasallian Dialogue on Responding to Racism
The virtual event will take place on Thursday, June 25 at 3 p.m. Eastern.
College Recognized As Top School for Service
The distinction comes from the Catholic Volunteer Network.
Ellen Farrelly ’20 Receives Joseph J. Gunn ’30 Alumni Medal
Ellen Farrelly ’20 has been awarded Manhattan College’s Joseph J. Gunn ’30 Alumni Medal.
Alfred P. Sloan Foundation Provides Support for E3MC Program
A grant from the foundation supports the criminal justice education initiative.
The Quadrangle keeps students informed during COVID-19
The student-run campus newspaper delivers news online and on social media during the pandemic.
Rachel Roca ’21 One of 396 Students Nationwide to Receive Goldwater Scholarship
Roca is a mathematics major in the School of Science.
Graduating senior Isabel Quinones '20 (B.S./M.S.Ed.) shares a love letter to Manhattan College
The childhood/special education major reflects on her time at Manhattan, showing gratitude for all that has been and looking forward to the future.
Women’s Week Events Begin on March 3
The celebration begins with Gayatri Gopinath delivering the annual Women and Gender Studies lecture.
Manhattan College Students Help Bronxites Navigate Tax Season
Nearly 40 Manhattan College students are volunteering to help neighbors file their taxes.
Salesforce President and Chief Customer Officer Anthony Fernicola ’78, ’82 (MBA) Receives De La Salle Medal
The dinner raised a record $2.6 million to support Manhattan College students.
Manhattan College to Host Five Events During Peace and Justice Week
The week’s programming will explore people who are doing good in the world.
Sister Norma Pimentel on Crossing Borders: A Catholic Response to Migration
Sister Pimentel will address the relationship between immigrants along the Texas-Mexico border and the Catholic Church on February 19.
2019 Year in Review
The year 2019 was defined by progress and new beginnings, student achievement and reflection. Learn about the most exciting events of the year on campus.
Anthony Fernicola ’78, ’82 MBA to Be Honored at 2020 De La Salle Medal Dinner
Fernicola is currently the president and chief customer officer at Salesforce.
Students Join Lasallian Peers at Ignatian Family Teach-In for Justice
The group worked with other Lasallian students and organizers to advocate for social justice in the Catholic faith tradition.
Annual Festival of Lessons and Carols Takes Place on December 8
Manhattan College’s singers and orchestra will perform holiday favorites.
#300LaSalle: Celebrating 10 Years of the District of Eastern North America
Manhattan College hosted a gathering of local Lasallian ministries on November 8.
Fair Trade Month at Manhattan College
From October 9-30, the College will host events celebrating fair trade on campus.
Manhattan College to Host Rev. James Martin S.J. on Monday, Oct. 7
The conversation will focus on building a bridge between the LGBTQ+ community and Catholic Church.
#300LaSalle: Paul Mariani '62
Throughout the year, the Manhattan College community will reflect on the meaning of the Lasallian tradition.
Manhattan College Celebrates Public Launch of Capital Campaign
The $165 million effort aims to enhance facilities, grow the endowment and enhance student aid.
Mobile Site Gives Guided Tour of De La Salle Chapel Windows
Visitors can view the stained glass windows that trace the history of the College’s founder.
#300LaSalle: Cory Blad, Ph.D., Chair and Professor of Sociology
Throughout the year, the Manhattan College community will reflect on the meaning of the Lasallian tradition.
Mehnaz Afridi, Ph.D., to Receive Costello Excellence in Teaching Award
Afridi is a widely recognized interfaith scholar and dynamic classroom presence.
Manhattan College Hosts the 2019 Buttimer Institute of Lasallian Studies
Participants explore Lasallian heritage in immersive three-year experience.
#300LaSalle: The Lasallian Women and Gender Resource Center
Throughout the year, the Manhattan College community will reflect on the meaning of the Lasallian tradition.
O’Malley School of Business Faculty Receive Grant for Financial Literacy Initiative
Manhattan College faculty are working to enhance finance knowhow for students and the greater Bronx community.
Manhattan College Graduates Taking on Postgraduate Service Opportunities
Six graduating seniors will join service programs across the country.
Emma Kaishian ’19 Awarded Joseph J. Gunn ’30 Alumni Medal
The Gunn Medal is one of the College’s highest undergraduate honors.
O’Donnells to Receive Honorary Degrees at Misericordia University
The Manhattan College president and his wife have close ties to the university.
#300LaSalle: Mechanical Engineer, Student Veteran Sherry Swartwout ’19
Throughout the year, the Manhattan College community will reflect on the meaning of the Lasallian tradition.
After Hurricanes, Chemical Engineering Students Lead Puerto Rico Relief Effort
Graduating seniors Giuseppe Costanza and Samantha Rosado led a year-long relief effort in Puerto Rico beginning in 2017.
Ed & Health Majors Make Safety a Priority
Graduating seniors Jordyn DiCostanzo, Emma Kaishian and Caroline Kane helped conduct a walkability assessment this semester in Yonkers that prioritized street safety for children and the disabled.
Students from Bogotá, Colombia Visit Manhattan College
Their visit from April 14-20 strengthened an academic partnership between Universidad de La Salle and the College.
#300LaSalle: One Heart, One Commitment, One Life
From April until November, members of the Manhattan College community will reflect on the meaning of the Lasallian tradition on campus.
Living Lasallian: Mission Month During the Jubilee Year
In 2019, Lasallians around the world commemorate 300 years after De La Salle.
Women's Week at Manhattan College
A series of events aims to celebrate and empower women in our Lasallian Catholic community.
Biochemistry Major Explores the Future of Medicine
Aspiring DNA cancer researcher Shereen Chaudhry aims to one day prevent the risk of certain human genetic diseases.
Manhattan College to Host Six Events During Peace and Justice Week
The week's programming will explore institutions that have participated in unethical behavior.
O’Malley School of Business Students Helping Bronxites Prepare Tax Returns
Students are helping their community while gaining hands-on experience.
Con Edison CEO John McAvoy ’80 Receives De La Salle Medal
Con Edison will also create an endowed scholarship for a Manhattan College student in the STEM field.
Standing Together with Flint
A winter break volunteer experience in Michigan helped business student and graduating senior Olivia Gartland understand the reality of the Flint water crisis.
Manhattan College a Tight-Knit On-Campus Faith Community
Kevin Ahern, Ph.D., is spotlighting on-campus faith communities in a new book.
Summer Engineering Program Provides Insight on College Courses
Rising high school juniors and seniors have the chance to learn about Manhattan College’s STEM programs.
2018 Year in Review
2018 Year in Review
International Contingent Shares Best Practices at Refugee and Migrant Education Conference
Manhattan College hosted the three-day event focused on higher education’s role in refugee and migrant education.
Join Us on Giving Tuesday
For the fourth consecutive year, Manhattan College joins the Giving Tuesday movement, an international celebration of giving.
Celebrating 300 Years of the Lasallian Mission
The Manhattan College community dedicates a community artwork to commemorate the life and legacy of St. John Baptist de La Salle for the Tercentenary.
Religious Studies Course Welcomes Student Veterans
An introductory religious studies course helps student veterans transition to college life.
80 Years after Kristallnacht, HGI Center Continues to Shine Light on Antisemitism
Prior to the annual Schweitzer Lecture, students lit candles to remember victims of the recent tragedy in Pittsburgh.
Graduate Student Completes NYC Marathon in Ongoing Service Effort
Matthew Billings carries on the Lasallian mission through running.
College Community to Celebrate A Festival of Lessons and Carols on December 2
The annual on-campus Christmas tradition includes songs of the season.
November Conference to Highlight Global Initiatives in Refugee and Migrant Education
Manhattan College will host the conference from November 15-17.
Lasallian Women and Gender Resource Center Opens on Campus
The Center will foster research, scholarship, and student discussion about gender, sexuality and embodiment within the Lasallian tradition.
The Top 5 Things All Manhattan College Students Should Know
From Yelping the greatest slice of New York City pizza near campus to balancing your academic and extracurricular interests.
Arches Students Become Part of New York City
While living together in a community in Lee Hall, freshmen in the Arches program take one class together per semester that incorporates service projects and cultural excursions in New York City.
Two Students Join Catholic Relief Services on Capitol Hill
Kaiyun Chen ’19 and Tim Gress ’19 advocated with local representatives on international issues.
Summer Research Discoveries
Students from all five undergraduate schools are conducting Manhattan College research in 2018.
November Conference to Highlight Global Initiatives in Refugee and Migrant Education
Manhattan College will host the conference from November 15-17.
Student-Faculty Collaboration: Visualizing the Unseen
Richard Kirchner, Ph.D., a School of Science professor emeritus who has inspired generations of Jaspers, continues crystallography research with students.
The Buttimer Institute Returns to Manhattan College
The College will host the annual Lasallian conference for the second consecutive year.
Five Students Receive Volunteer Opportunities After Graduation
Five members of the class of 2018 have been accepted at service-based organizations.
Gunn Medal Goes to Alannah Boyle ’18 for Her On-Campus Leadership, Service
The Joseph J. Gunn ’30 Alumni Medal is known as Manhattan College’s most prestigious undergraduate award.
City Council Recognizes Students for Efforts in Neighborhood Relations
Micaela Bishop ’18 and Ryan Quattromani ’18 have worked closely with the surrounding community.
College Volunteers Lead City-Wide Outreach During Mission Month
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.
Mission Month to Celebrate United Lasallian Heritage
During the month of April, Manhattan College will host more than 100 events that reflect its mission and heritage.
Manhattan Engineers Launch Water and Solar Project in Puerto Rico
A team of Manhattan chemical engineering students construct a plan to bring power and clean water to a Lasallian grade school in Puerto Rico.
Lenten Reflection: Lois Harr
Throughout Lent, Manhattan College's students, faculty and staff will reflect on the season.
Student Activities at Manhattan College
Ranging from the cocurricular to the performing arts, Manhattan’s vast selection of clubs and organizations helps like-minded Jaspers connect.
Reilly Rebhahn’s Community Service Leads to Newman Civic Fellowship
A history and peace studies major, Rebhahn is an active leader on campus.
Lenten Reflection: Brother Robert Bimonte
Throughout Lent, Manhattan College's students, faculty and staff will reflect on the season.
Building Bridges, Connecting Jaspers
Manhattan College alumni contribute to the new Governor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge, the largest bridge in New York State history.
Top Five Alternative Spring Break Plans for Manhattan College Students
While some students hit the beaches for a week in March, others travel to offbeat locations.
Women's Week at Manhattan College
From March 18 - 24, the College will host a series of events that aim to address women's issues worldwide, and empower women in their personal and professional lives.
With Tax Season Here, Students Help Bronx Residents File and Get Returns
Students in the O’Malley School of Business continue to volunteer in the borough.
Lenten Reflection: Julie Leininger Pycior
Throughout Lent, Manhattan College's students, faculty and staff will reflect on the season.
Lenten Reflection: Tim Gress
Throughout Lent, Manhattan College's students, faculty and staff will reflect on the season.
Summer Engineering Program Introduces High Schoolers to College-Level Classes
Manhattan College’s long-running engineering awareness program returns to campus in June.
Peace Week at Manhattan College
From February 11-27, the College will host a series of events focused on peace efforts.
Brendan Pastor, Associate for the United Nations PRME Secretariat, Visits Campus to Discuss Ethics in Management Education
A leader in the international organization will speak at the College on February 21.
Annual De La Salle Medal Dinner Toasts Eileen Murray ’80, Hon. D.Sc. ’15
The event helps support high priority programs such as student scholarships and financial aid.
Palestinian Artists Capture Bethlehem’s Storied Past and Present in Striking New Campus Exhibit
Bethlehem Beyond the Wall, a multimedia exhibition, will be on view at the College from Monday, Feb. 19 to Tuesday, Feb. 27.
Exhibit Brings Stories of Everyday Life in Bethlehem to New York
The exhibition will take place on campus from February 19-27.
Laughing Their Way to the Top: College Students Find Confidence in Comedy
Students involved in the extracurricular improvisational comedy troupe Scatterbomb develop the social prowess to excel both personally and professionally.
Student Life Groups Use Social Media Sharing to Combat Food Waste
Student Life departments take to Twitter, Instagram to alert students of available food.
Eileen Murray ’80, Hon.D.Sc.’15 to be Honored at Annual De La Salle Medal Dinner
The Co-CEO of Bridgewater Associates, Murray will be the guest of honor at the College’s largest annual fundraising event.
Katherine Byrne '20 Reflects on Advent
A Manhattan College sophomore reflects on Advent and the meaning of Christmas.
Women Become Accomplished Engineers in Manhattan’s Full-Service Mentoring Community
Mentors have proven to be an invaluable resource for female engineering alumni, faculty and students.
Alumni in Faith: Three College Graduates Make Christianity their Life's Work
Two recent grads prepare for the Catholic priesthood, as one becomes a Brother.
Students Learn Ins and Outs of Daily Teaching, Instructional Design
An interdisciplinary program has given neighboring high school students a taste of potential STEM careers and an early look at higher education.
Festival of Lessons and Carols to Ring In Christmas Season
On Sunday, Dec. 10, Manhattan College’s singers and orchestra will perform popular Christmas carols and Advent hymns.
Students Advocate on Capitol Hill for Social Justice Reforms
The group came together with other young people to address timely issues in the context of Catholic faith tradition.
Phi Beta Kappa Chapter to Host Paige West at Annual Cardinal Newman Lecture
West will give a lecture titled “Depression, Racism and the Environment.”
Students Launch Community Cleanup Day in Riverdale
Nearly 100 Manhattan College students canvassed Riverdale on Nov. 5 to clean up adjacent streets.
Samuel Nichols of Catholic Relief Services to Lead Discussion on Humanitarian Efforts
A former program manager for food security, Nichols will speak on campus on Tuesday, Nov. 7.
Susannah Heschel to Deliver Talk on Christians, Nazis and the Bible
The chair of Jewish Studies at Dartmouth, Heschel is the keynote speaker at the College’s annual Schweitzer Lecture on Nov. 7.
New Semester-Long Study Abroad Program Offered in Rome
The new program will bring together students from six Lasallian colleges and universities.
Campus Research Strengthens Bond with Bethlehem
From May - August, five seniors from Palestine lived on campus and became part of the College community as active participants in the Summer Research Program at Manhattan.
Alumna Partners with the NYPD to Get Struggling Teens on the Right Track
As the founder of NYC Together, Dana Rachlin ’08 is reshaping communities by helping build positive relationships between Brooklyn police officers and local teenagers.
Alumni Work to Help Underprivileged Children in Haiti
Jasper alumni Steve Smith ’89 and Stephanie (George) Minister ’91 serve on the Board of Directors of the United States Foundation for the Children of Haiti.
Fr. Thomas Franks, OFM Cap. is New College Chaplain
Fr. Franks is the newest member of Manhattan College’s campus community.
Worldwide Lasallian Educators Spend Summer at Manhattan
More than 120 education professionals from Pakistan to Papua New Guinea visited Manhattan College in June to attend the Buttimer Institute, an annual program that delves deeper into the aspects of our Lasallian Catholic heritage.
MBA International Course Uncovers “Hope in Helplessness”
Business students traveled to the Amazon to research sustainable development.
Student Veterans Build Community Centered Around Success at Manhattan College
A homegrown Veterans Success Program has provided a way for student veterans to acclimate to college life and find their place among peers.
Five Graduating Seniors Accepted into Postgraduate Volunteer Programs
The students will continue the College’s mission of service and social justice.
Christopher Hoey '17 Receives Gunn Medal for Leadership and Service
The Joseph J. Gunn ’30 Medal is one of the College’s highest undergraduate honors.
Mapping Memories: The Class of 2017 Looks Back on Defining Moments
As their time at the College comes to an end, the Class of 2017 plots points on a map of the world — from Riverdale to Reykjavik — to share with us where their favorite Jasper moment took place.
Day of Service Volunteers Lead Outreach Across New York City
Participants of the College-wide event contributed to numerous community service projects in the Bronx, Brooklyn and Queens on April 29.
College Strengthens Ties to Holy Land with Visit from CRS Country Representative
Hilary Dubose, the Catholic Relief Services country representative for Jerusalem, West Bank and Gaza, visited campus to discuss her human development work and the College’s partnership with CRS.
Hilary DuBose of Catholic Relief Services Discusses Humanitarian Efforts
Manhattan College continues to strengthen its partnership with Catholic Relief Services.
Kenyan Ambassador Speaks to Government Students About World Peace
The Republic of Kenya’s permanent representative to the United Nations (U.N.), Ambassador Macharia Kamau, visited campus on Apr. 6 to discuss world affairs with College seniors studying conflict resolution.
50 Years of Peace: A Pacem in Terris Retrospective
50 years ago this month, a landmark peace education conference at Manhattan College was lauded by esteemed educators, a U.N. official, and even the Pope.
Lenten Reflections: God's Presence in Others
Chris Hoey ’17 shares his personal thoughts on the Lenten season, the seventh in a series of reflections from Manhattan College faculty, students and staff on their journey toward Easter.
Plans for Women’s Center Make Headway at Conference to Discuss Assault Prevention
Held on April 7, the first annual Lasallian Women’s Conference focused on women and sexuality, sexual assault and prevention, and ideas for a future resource center that caters to women’s issues.
Lenten Reflections: Meaningful Sacrifice
Nelson da Luz ’15, ’16 (M.S.) shares his personal thoughts on the Lenten season, the sixth in a series of reflections from Manhattan College faculty, students and staff on their journey toward Easter.
I’m Not a Girl, I’m a Human: Female Veterans Speak on U.S. Military Panel
Five student veterans from the Schools of Business, Education and Health, Engineering and Liberal Arts spoke on a panel that discussed female empowerment in the military.
April Mission Month Celebration Honors Founder’s Legacy
Manhattan College will host several events inspired by the legacy of John Baptist de La Salle.
Manhattan College to Hold Inaugural Women’s Lasallian Conference
The conversation on Friday, April 7 will center on sexual assault prevention and incorporating mission-based ideals and values.
World Water Day Panel Takes a Stand on Standing Rock
JustPeace invited four speakers of different disciplines to share their perspectives on the Dakota Access Pipeline build for World Water Day 2017.
Kristin Heyer to Discuss Civic Kinship at Annual Aquinas Lecture
On April 6, Heyer will discuss topics surrounding migration and political justice within the frame of Catholicism.
Lenten Reflections: I Will Pray For You
Brother Jack Curran, FSC, vice president for mission, shares his personal thoughts on the Lenten season, the fifth in a series of reflections from Manhattan College faculty, students and staff on their journey toward Easter.
Buttimer Institute Returns to Its Roots at Manhattan College
The two-week Lasallian retreat will take place this summer.
Lenten Reflections: The Multiplier Effect
Julia Galdiz ’17 shares her personal thoughts on the Lenten season, the fourth in a series of reflections from Manhattan College faculty, students and staff on their journey toward Easter.
Community-Based Learning Helps Grow Culture of Service at Manhattan College
Manhattan College is increasing its efforts to include more community-based learning courses in the curriculum and forge more dynamic local partnerships.
Lenten Reflections: Give Up and Give Out
Erica Rebussini ’17 shares her personal thoughts on the Lenten season, the third in a series of reflections from Manhattan College faculty, students and staff on their journey toward Easter.
Lois Harr Receives John F. Hurley, S.J. Commendation for Work with Catholic Relief Services
Harr has spearheaded on-campus efforts with Catholic Relief Services and Fair Trade organizations.
Lenten Reflections: Step Back & Refocus
John Fiore ’17 shares his personal thoughts on the Lenten season, the second in a series of reflections from Manhattan College faculty, students and staff on their journey toward Easter.
Lenten Reflections: The Journey Begins
Brother Robert Bimonte, FSC, Lasallian in residence at Manhattan College, provides a reflection on Ash Wednesday. It is the first of a series of reflections from Manhattan College faculty, students and staff on their Lenten journey.
New Campus Store Showcases Students’ Business Smarts and Fair Trade Values
School of Business students created a business and marketing plan for the store, enhancing offerings to the College community.
Peace Week Highlighted by Kathy Kelly’s Cost of War Lecture
Manhattan College will host a series of events surrounding the antiwar movement.
Students Help Bronx Residents Navigate Tax Season
Manhattan College students are working with the Northwest Bronx Resource Center to assist the local community with their income taxes.
College Faculty Find Inspiration in Bethlehem
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).
Leading Catholic Social Ethicist to Discuss Catholicism and Racial Equality
Fr. Bryan Massingale will speak about cross-racial solidarity within the Catholic Church.
Brother Augustine Nicoletti, FSC Appointed President of Ethiopian Catholic University
After 13 years at Manhattan College, Brother Augustine will lead the Ethiopian Catholic University of Saint Thomas Aquinas.
Religious Studies Faculty Reflect on the Year of Mercy
In December 2015, Pope Francis called for an extraordinary jubilee year, setting it apart from the ordinary cycle of jubilees, or holy years, which are called every 25 years in the Catholic Church.
Kathleen White ’14 One of Twelve to Receive Prestigious Mitchell Scholarship
White is Manhattan College’s first Mitchell Scholar.
Students and Faculty Present at International Symposium on Lasallian Research
Twenty-four members of the Manhattan College community traveled to Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota for the fifth annual International Symposium on Lasallian Research in September.
Clean Water, Clean Living: College’s Students and Faculty Advocate for Sustainability in Ghana
Two things Manhattan College is well known for – social action and its engineering program – came together this summer to help solve water issues around the world.
Summer Research Scholars Take On Challenges
Manhattan College's Summer Research Program includes five students working on Lasallian-focused research projects, plus a collaboration with students from Bethlehem University.
Six Members of the Class of 2016 Join Postgraduate Volunteer Programs
Manhattan College students will serve in the Lasallian tradition following Commencement.
Engineering Student Works to Improve Water Quality in Van Cortlandt Park
John Abbatangelo '16 and civil and environmental engineering professors are partnering with The Friends of Van Cortlandt Park to contribute to the Wetland Stewardship for a Healthier Bronx project.
Natalie Heinitz ’16 Receives Joseph J. Gunn ’30 Alumni Medal
A communication and government double major, Heinitz is recognized for her leadership and service to the College community.
William Bisset, Ph.D., Receives Award from La Salle Academy
Manhattan College’s Vice President for Enrollment Management was recognized at the school's annual spring gala.
Manhattan College’s David Caiafa Named a 2016 Newman Civic Fellow
Freshman honored as one of 218 community-engaged students to receive prestigious award.
College’s Lasallian Legacy Shines Through Newly Dedicated Stained Glass Windows
A Mass and ceremony on Apr. 7 celebrated the installation of windows illuminating the life and work of Saint John Baptist de La Salle.
Manhattan College Dedicates New Chapel Windows Depicting Life of John Baptist de La Salle
The event took place on campus on Thursday, April 7.
Mission Month Celebration Continues Throughout April
More than 100 events during April will highlight the College’s continual commitment to its founding mission.
TEDx Conference Draws Inspiration for Change From Across Campus
The student-organized event invited College students and faculty, as well as members of the community, to discuss topics that focused on ways of improving the world and your sense of self.
Brennan O’Donnell Joins Lewis University Board of Trustees
The Manhattan College president will serve on the board of the Lasallian university in Illinois.
Simon Adams, Ph.D. Delivers Annual Cost of War Lecture to Cap Peace Week
Peace Week 2016: Going Beyond Borders takes place March 7-10.
School of Education and Health: Transforming Minds, Bodies and Lives
Faculty, students and alumni are making a difference in a wide range of settings, locally and globally.
Holocaust, Genocide and Interfaith Education Center to Host Abrahamic Religions Conference
The two-day event, Feb. 29 – March 1, explores challenges in an age of extremism.
Praying Lent: College Hosts Faith Workshop, Meditations and Other Opportunities to Reflect with Fellow Lasallians
Jaspers celebrate the Easter season with events that remind us of our Catholic identity.
Elena Bowman '16 Selected as Candidate For Senior CLASS Award
The Manhattan College senior is active in the community while performing well in the classroom and excelling for the Jaspers' softball team.
Manhattan College Students Volunteer with VITA Program To Offer Free Tax Services
Business students work with the IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program at the Northwest Bronx Resource Center for the rest of tax season.
Brother Thomas Scanlan, FSC, Receives ACCU’s Hesburgh Award
The Manhattan College president emeritus was honored by Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities.
Martin Becomes First Manhattan College Student to Receive Gilman Scholarship
Jenifer Martin ’17 will study abroad in Madrid after receiving the award.
Jaspers Connect Across Cities and Class Years to Benefit U.S. Military Abroad
Manhattan’s alumni magazine, M, and the Mentor Program brought together three likeminded communication majors to give back.
Students & Faculty Advance Common Good Through Research
Thirteen Manhattan College students recently presented their research projects at the 2015 Saint Mary’s University International Symposium on Lasallian Research in Minneapolis. In addition, several Manhattan professors attended the conference to share their research and findings along with the students from Sept. 27-29.
College Honors Fair Trade Month
A series of events will take place around campus in October to raise awareness about sustainable labor practices in the free market.
Around the World : 2015 Apostolic Journey of Pope Francis
Manhattan’s faculty experts and administration weighed in on the papal visit to give a global context to this historic event.Mehnaz Afridi, Ph.D.Assisant Professor of Religious Studies and Director of the College’s Holocaust, Genocide and Interfaith (HGI) Education Center
On Campus : 2015 Apostolic Journey of Pope Francis
Pope Francis stood before the United Nations on Sept. 25 to address a worldwide congregation that included prominent leaders, environmentalists, and Manhattan College students who listened to his historic speech on campus via a live telecast of the event.
Manhattan College Bears Witness to the Pope’s 2015 Apostolic Journey
New York City has a way of dwarfing historic moments in the contiguous and contagious movement of its 8 million-plus inhabitants. But from Sept. 24-25, even the Big Apple couldn’t overshadow the arrival of Pope Francis, as thousands stopped their daily activities to hear a word from or catch a glimpse of His Holiness. From faculty and administrators to students and alumni, the Manhattan College network was there to bear witness: in person, on campus and around the world.
In Person: 2015 Apostolic Journey of Pope Francis
Vespers - St. Patricks CathedralPresident Brennan O'Donnell and Br. Jack Curran reflect on the Thursday night prayer service.Read More [+]
Counseling Alum Becomes Agent of Change as Missioner in El Salvador
Serving a rural village in Central America, Melissa (Blythe) Altman ’06 and her family are operating programs for local children in an effort to better their futures.
Br. Robert Berger Celebrates 40 Years as Brother, Teacher, Mentor and Friend
Since 1988, Br. Robert has made a wide-ranging impact on his alma mater.
Seven Seniors to Take on Positions of Service and Faith after Graduation
Six students to take on year-long volunteer positions; one to enter Catholic seminary.
Kelly Douglas ’15, Grace Hoffman ’15 Receive 2015 Gunn Medal
For the first time, the College’s highest undergraduate student honor goes to two deserving seniors.
Environmental Science Majors Find Green Solutions for Earth Day
The School of Science and CURES to host events beginning on April 15.
Junior Freda Tei Honored as Newman Civic Fellow
Biology major one of 201 community-engaged college students to gain prestigious honor.
Celebrating The Mission: With Great Gusto and Patience Every Day
As the campus celebrates Mission Month this April, the College reflects on some of Manhattan’s many mission-inspired works that occurred throughout the year.
Students, Faculty Examine Racial Issues on Campus and Beyond
In light of the widely publicized deaths of Michael Brown and Eric Garner and the social unrest that followed, the professors and students at Manhattan College recently organized a Racial Justice Teach-In to recognize and challenge structural racism and white privilege.
Agape Latte Program Debuts at Manhattan College
The new Campus Ministry event series seeks to foster discussions about faith.
Manhattan College Celebrates Collegewide Day of Service
The College’s Campus Ministry and Social Action office is working to expand local service programming for students.
Manhattan College Students to Join in Day of Service on Saturday, Jan. 24
In honor of Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy, Manhattan College students will volunteer at several sites across the Bronx, Manhattan and Queens.
Holocaust, Genocide and Interfaith Education Center to Host Several EventsDuring Spring Semester
Manhattan College’s HGI Center will focus on the Holocaust and its lingering effects throughout the 2015 spring semester.
Bronx Native John McMahon ’73 Leads Urban Youth Programming
The Manhattan College alumnus has served as a longtime board member at the Fresh Air Fund.
Manhattan College Named a Global Campus by Catholic Relief Services
Catholic Relief Services recognizes Manhattan College’s commitment to social justice through a wide range of student-led programs and events.
Students Serve Their Brothers and Sisters Abroad in El Salvador
A group of Jaspers were immersed in the culture and education of the Central American country through one of the College’s newest L.O.V.E. trips.
Engineers Help Bring Clean Water to Lasallian Community in Haiti
Using their expertise on water filtration systems, two students and their professor visited a Lasallian school and Brothers community to advise on infrastructure.
Russian Muslims Share Their Experiences with MC Students and Faculty
In an effort to combat anti-Islamic propaganda, the College welcomed a Russian delegation working to advance the rights of Muslims in Russia. Students, faculty and administration joined them for a campus tour and roundtable discussion in O'Malley Library.
Lasallian Leaders Camden Retreat Sparks Hope with Simple Acts
Manhattan College’s Lasallian Leaders who were in town as part of a three-day service retreat with De Sales Service Works this fall. By cleaning streets and renovating parks, 16 students worked to instill hope in a community where potable drinking water is scarce.
Manhattan's Chapter of Engineers Without Borders Begin to Build Bridge in Cameroon
Three students and their professional mentor traveled to the village of Mbirbua on the first of five trips to build a bridge for the community.
Manhattan Community Expands the Scope and Nature of Lasallian Research
Eight faculty and administrators from Manhattan College joined more than 120 academics from the international Lasallian network to discuss the characteristics of Lasallian research at the 3rd international Lasallian Research Symposium from Sept. 28-30.
Extracurricular Excursions
Manhattan's 60+ student clubs, organizations and honor societies take Jaspers from the floor of the New York Stock Exchange to the top of the George Washington Bridge.
Five Bachelor’s Degree Recipients Accept Post-Graduate Service Opportunities
Anthony DiCesare, Tegan Nelson, Carlos Orbe, Ivy Seraphin and Kathleen White will begin a year of service this fall.
Catholic Relief Services President and CEO To Deliver Undergraduate Commencement Keynote on May 18
College will present Carolyn Woo with honorary doctorate during ceremony.
Lasallians Abroad: Jaspers Connect with Cuba, Discover Unshakeable Bonds
During a weeklong multifaceted study abroad experience in Havana, Cuba, more than a dozen Jaspers discover Lasallian resolve after 50 years of restricted religious practice.
Mission Makers: Recast, A Campus Tradition Highlights Community’s Faithful Practice
In April, Manhattan College celebrates Mission Month, an affirmation of events and activities that highlight ways that Jaspers bring to life the hallmarks of our Lasallian heritage.
Students and Young Alumni Build Business to Help Fund Education in the Bronx
With the help of fellow Jaspers, Perry Rizopoulos ’13 started Save Your City, a charitable clothing line that donates supplies to disadvantaged schools in the community.
President Elected to ACCU’s Board of Directors
Brennan O’Donnell elected to Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities Board of Directors.
Students Visit Lasallian School, Catholic Relief Services in Haiti
Four years after the earthquake, Manhattan College helps rebuild with L.O.V.E.
Alumni Continue Lasallian Mission with Teach for America
The highly competitive program consistently recruits Jaspers to lead a nationwide educational revolution in low-income communities.
College Mourns Former Board Member, Eileen McEntegart
Eileen F. McEntegart, a former member of Manhattan College’s board of trustees, died on Dec. 29.
Long-Serving College Employees Honored at Staff Convocation
Staff and administrators received recognition for their dedication to Manhattan College.
Campus Community Steps Up to Aid Lasallian Partners in Philippines
Manhattan College is sending donations, water filters and prayers to the Philippines following Typhoon Haiyan.
Manhattan College Names Alumnus as the New Vice President for Mission
Brother Jack Curran ’80, FSC, joins the College this month.
AAC&U President, Faculty Deliberate on Educational Innovations for the 21st Century
On Sept. 24, Carol Geary Schneider discussed the value of integrative educational practices at the collegewide faculty meeting.
Jaspers Attend New Lasallian Formation Programs
This summer, members of the College community joined fellow Lasallians to work toward the future of the mission.
Former Manhattan Trustee and Business Icon Passes Away
Muriel Siebert, a 15-year member of Manhattan College's board of trustees, dies at the age of 84.
Manhattan College Hosts Annual Lasallian Youth Assembly
More than 100 students and educators from regional Lasallian high schools participated in a weeklong enrichment program.
Psych Student Restores Sight to Blind on Medical Mission Trip
In hopes of becoming an ophthalmologist like his father, Jerry D'Aversa ’14 traveled to Grenada to assist with sight-restoring surgeries.
First Patterson Scholars Graduate from Manhattan College
Recipients of the James Patterson Scholarship take on new challenges with degrees in hand.
Four Manhattan College Graduates Accepted into theLasallian Volunteers Service Program
Megan McShane, Kathryn Merry, Clare O’Connell and Kathleen O’Malley will begin a year of service this fall.
Catholic Relief Services Ambassadors Spread Social Justice Awareness Across Campus
Twelve undergraduates join 190 others across the country to help make a difference
Student Volunteers Contribute to Record-Setting Year With Tax Prep Program
For the fourth consecutive year, Manhattan College business students partnered with the IRS to provide free tax preparation services to low-income families in the Bronx.
Congressman Eliot Engel Will Visit Campus on Feb. 11 to Discuss Social Justice Issues
Event marks College’s one-year anniversary as Fair Trade College.