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.
Rankings & Recognition
Electrical and Computer Engineering Professor Selected as One of the World’s Top Industry Scientists by International Artificial Intelligence Alliance
George K. Giakos, Ph.D., was chosen for his research and contributions in the field of artificial intelligence.
Kelly Marin, Ph.D, Recognized as a Distinguished Lasallian Educator for 2023
The Manhattan College interim associate provost was chosen for demonstrating the Lasallian characteristics of empathy, wisdom, honesty and humility.
Pioneering Jewish Feminist Theologian Judith Plaskow Inducted into National Women's Hall of Fame
The professor emerita of religious studies spent more than three decades teaching at Manhattan College.
Manhattan College Honors Rising Stars with James Patterson ’69 Scholarships
The best-selling author continues his legacy of philanthropy and support for students.
Manhattan College Appoints Karen Vahey as Vice President for Enrollment Management
Vahey brings more than 25 years of experience beginning her tenure on December 1.
Manhattan College Names Marcy Kelly, Ph.D., Dean of the New Kakos School of Arts and Sciences
Kelly joined Manhattan College in 2022 as dean of the Kakos School of Science.
Manhattan College Selects Two New Members for its Board of Trustees
Brother Dennis Lee, FSC, and Brother Thomas Zoppo ’85 (M.S.), FSC, bring decades of experience in higher education to the Board.
Manhattan College Mathematics Professor Wins 2024 American Mathematical Society Award for Distinguished Public Service
Angel Pineda, Ph.D., was chosen for his tireless work supporting mathematicians in resource- poor environments throughout the world.
Manhattan College Athletics Hall of Fame Class of 2023 Announced
Six individuals and one team will be honored on November 11.
Manhattan College Ranked in the Top 2% on Payscale College Salary Report
The average alumni, mid-career salary of $152,400 is 12% higher than in the 2021-2022 report.
Mathematics Professor Awarded a $434,000 Grant from the National Institutes of Health
This is a renewal of Angel Pineda’s current grant continuing his research into MRI effectiveness and efficiency.
Manhattan College Professor Pamela Chasek Among International Researchers Calling for Major Reforms of the UN Sustainable Development Goals
The political science professor is a co-author of an article published on September 15 in the journal Science.
Manhattan College Ranks 13th among Regional Universities in the North on U.S. News & World Report’s Best Colleges and Universities List
The College’s rankings rose in all categories including social mobility, student veterans and undergraduate engineering, business and teaching.
Forbes Ranks Manhattan College as One of the Best U.S. Colleges in 2023
The College’s median 10-year alumni salary topped $148,000.
Manhattan College Ranks Fifth For Earnings Performance of its Graduates in Washington Monthly’s College Rankings
The College is also ranked in the top 30 among all Master’s Colleges and Universities in the country.
Manhattan College Systems Administrator Receives First Charlie Bender Scholarship
The scholarship will help Wyatt Madej ’21, ’24 (MBA) further his education in supporting research computing systems and advanced cyberstructure.
Manhattan College Recognized as One of the Top Colleges in the Country by The Princeton Review
For the eighth consecutive year, Manhattan has been ranked as one of the nation’s best institutions for undergraduates and best colleges in the Northeast region.
Mechanical Engineering Professor Receives Outstanding Student Section Advisor Award from the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
Parisa Saboori has provided guidance and support to the Manhattan College ASME student section for six years.
Money Selects Manhattan College as One of the Best Schools in the Northeast
The personal finance digital publication ranks Manhattan in its top tier of private institutions and Catholic colleges in the region.
Manhattan College Women's Basketball Earns Top 25 Academic Honors from the Women’s Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA)
The recognition shows that the Jaspers are a force to be reckoned with both on the court and in the classroom.
James J. Perrino Appointed Vice President for Finance/Chief Financial Officer at Manhattan College
The building attained gold certification in operations and maintenance.
Shelley Johnson Appointed as Dean of the School of Health Professions
Johnson comes to Manhattan College from Florida A&M University, where she served as dean of the College of Nursing.
Program Director of Manhattan College’s Entrepreneurship Center Appointed to the Bronx Economic Development Corporation
Winston Peters ’02, is one of five new members chosen at the non-profit organization.
Manhattan College Names Milo Riverso, Ph.D., P.E. as its New President
Dr. Riverso succeeds Brother Daniel Gardner, FSC, to become the College’s 21st president.
Professor of Religious Studies Receives Prestigious National Peacemaker Award
Kevin Ahern was cited for his worldwide peacemaking efforts.
U.S. Department of Education Designates Manhattan College as a Hispanic Serving Institution
College enrollment of Hispanic students has increased more than 10% since 2013.
Communication Department Students Nominated as Finalists for the College Sports Media Awards
It was the College’s first nomination.
Nine Civil Engineering Students Receive ACEC Scholarships
The Manhattan College students were awarded a total of $34,500.
Students Focused on International Food Safety and Security at the Eighth Annual Business Analytics Competition
Manhattan College hosted 23 teams and 88 students.
Manhattan College Celebrates the Class of 2023 at Undergraduate Commencement
Celebrated chef and television host Lidia Matticchio Bastianich delivered the Commencement address and Alixandria James ’23, was the graduating class valedictorian.
Alixandria James ’23 Receives Joseph J. Gunn ’30 Medal
James has spent her four years in college serving others and excelling academically.
Manhattan College Celebrates the Class of 2023 at Graduate Commencement
Former FDNY Commissioner Daniel Nigro delivered the Commencement address and Oscar Leon ’21, ’22 (M.S.) was the graduating class valedictorian.
Liberal Arts Alumni Honored at First Annual Alumni Celebration
The John Paluszek ’55 First Generation Student of Excellence Scholarship Announced
Oscar Leon ’21, ’22 (M.S.) Named Manhattan College’s Graduate Valedictorian
Leon will be graduating with a master’s degree in organizational leadership.
Alixandria James ’23 Named Undergraduate Valedictorian
A public health major and Truman Scholar, James will be the student speaker at Undergraduate Commencement.
Rachel Cirelli Receives Diversity Leadership Mentor Award
Cirelli was honored by New York Moves Magazine for her role as a leader in supporting and mentoring students at Manhattan College.
Kelly Marin Honored with 2022-23 Distinguished Lasallian Educator Award
Colleagues describe her as a deserving recipient who is highly trustworthy and ethical.
Manhattan College Represents Ukraine at 2023 National Model UN Conference
The conference helps students build critical professional and personal skills.
Annual De La Salle Medal Dinner Raises a Record $3.6 Million for Manhattan College
Chevron chairman and CEO Michael K. Wirth was the 2023 honoree.
Air Force ROTC Program at Manhattan College Declared a Viable Program by the U.S. Department of the Air Force
The program reached all five of its goals to achieve viability.
Manhattan College Earns Gold Status Recognition for its Exercise is Medicine Program
The program helps the campus community maintain healthy physical activity and fitness.
Jose Minaya'94 Appointed to the Manhattan College Board of Trustees
The Nuveen CEO is responsible for the company’s day to day operations and grew up in Washington Heights
2022 Year in Review
Here we revisit the most memorable moments of 2022, a year of new beginnings and innovation.
Manhattan College Chosen as one of the “Most Engaged Campuses for College Student Voting”
The College was recognized for its voter education efforts.
Thomas Scarangello ’79 Joins Manhattan College Board of Trustees
The Manhattan graduate has more than 40 years of experience in structural engineering.
Forbes Selects Manhattan College as a top U.S. College
The publication emphasizes high salaries, low debt, and academic success as key factors in choosing best universities and colleges.
Princeton Review Selects Manhattan College as one of its Best U.S. Colleges
The College was once again recognized as a preeminent educational institution for student veterans, undergraduate teaching, and engineering.
Manhattan College Ranks Among Top 20 Schools in the North by U.S. News and World Report Best Colleges and Universities List
The College was once again recognized as a preeminent educational institution for student veterans, undergraduate teaching, and engineering.
Manhattan College Ranks Highly in Washington Monthly’s Best College Lists
The College was ranked in the Top tier Best Master’s Colleges and Universities in the country.
Paris Lecleir ’24 Receives Critical Language Scholarship to Study Swahili
Lecleir receives a Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) to study Swahili in Tanzania during the summer of 2022.
Alixandria James ’23 is First Manhattan College Student to Earn Truman Scholarship
James is one of 58 students nationwide to be named a 2022 Truman Scholar.
Manhattan College Celebrates 10 Years of Supporting Fair Trade on Campus
In 2012, Manhattan became the first Fair Trade Campus in New York City.
Manhattan College Gets High Marks in Economic Mobility Studies
Two studies show that Manhattan College can help students earn and achieve more after graduation.
O’Malley School of Business MBA Program Recognized by U.S. News & World Report
The MBA program is recognized for the first time by the leader in college rankings.
PayScale Highlights the Outcome of a Manhattan College Education
Manhattan College ranks in the top 50 nationally in PayScale’s College Salary Report.
Manhattan College Ranks Highly on U.S News & World Report’s Best Colleges List
For the sixth year in a row, Manhattan College is recognized as one of the top 15 colleges in the region.
Princeton Review Includes Manhattan College Among Best Colleges in the Nation
Students appreciate the College’s location, diversity and welcoming atmosphere, among other benefits.
Manhattan One of 52 Colleges Nationwide to Earn Gold-Level Award for Student Veterans
In a Military Friendly survey, Manhattan College received high marks for its Veterans Success programs.
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.
Money Includes Manhattan College in Top 10 Most Transformative Colleges
Manhattan College alumni have a larger earnings premium over peers after graduating.
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.
Manhattan College Rates Highly in Five Categories in U.S. News & World Report's 2021 Best Colleges
The College is among the top ten best colleges in the region for undergraduate teaching and for veterans.
Princeton Review Includes Manhattan College Among Its 386 Best Colleges
Manhattan College students highlight the College’s location and faculty in the annual edition.
College Recognized As Top School for Service
The distinction comes from the Catholic Volunteer Network.
Manhattan College Named a Military Friendly School
Manhattan College received a silver designation, highlighting its Veterans at Ease program.
Manhattan College is a Top Producer of Fulbright U.S. Students
Three graduating seniors received Fulbright awards in the 2019-20 academic year.
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.
Manhattan College Moves Up in U.S. News and World Report Rankings
The College is cited for its programs in engineering, business and with student veterans.
PayScale Ranks Manhattan College in Top 3% on College Salary Report
Alumni report a median mid-career salary of $125,700.
Money: Manhattan College No. 1 in Improving Students’ Economic Outcomes
The outlet noted Manhattan’s proven ability to change the lives of its students.
Princeton Review Includes Manhattan College Among Its 385 Best Colleges
Students say Manhattan College's New York City location can’t be beat.
Manhattan College Named One of Forbes Best Value Colleges
Forbes has recognized Manhattan’s return on investment for the fourth consecutive year.
Manhattan College Again Ranks Highly in PayScale College Salary Report
Manhattan ranks 47th out of 1,655 colleges and universities.
For First Time, Multiple Manhattan College Students Receive Fulbright Awards
Three Manhattan College graduating seniors have earned Fulbright English Teaching Assistant awards.
O’Malley School of Business Recognized for Undergraduate and Graduate Programs
Two organizations highlight Manhattan College’s MBA and Accounting programs.
Manhattan College Among Top Colleges for Student Veterans
Manhattan is the only New York City private college to be placed in Military Friendly’s silver category or higher.
2018 Year in Review
2018 Year in Review
Manhattan College Again Among Top Schools Recognized by U.S. News
Student veterans and engineering programs highlighted as standout programs.
Manhattan College Named One of MONEY’s Top 10 Transformative Colleges
The list calculates Manhattan College graduates’ average early career earnings at $60,700, an earnings premium of $13,300 over peer institutions.
Princeton Review Includes Manhattan as One of Its Best 384 Colleges
Students praise Manhattan College’s faculty and campus life in the newest edition.
Manhattan College Named One of Nation’s Top Military Friendly Schools
The 2018-19 list of institutions “Better for Veterans” is announced.
PayScale Ranks Manhattan College Among Top U.S. Institutions in Latest College ROI Report
Manhattan is the third-ranked Catholic college on the list.
Manhattan College Ranks Among Forbes Best Value Colleges
Forbes rates Manhattan College among the top 10 Catholic colleges and universities.
College Students Scoop Top 10 Ranking in Unilever Competition
A team of Manhattan students recently placed in the Top 10 of the UniGame, an international business contest from the owners of Ben & Jerry’s ice cream.
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.
Manhattan College Remains on Victory Media’s List of Military Friendly Schools
More than 100 veterans attend Manhattan College and excel in a variety of on-campus leadership roles.
Wall Street Journal Report Ranks Manhattan College Highly in Outcomes and Engagement
The College ranks in the top quarter of all colleges and universities nationwide.
Manhattan College Among Top Schools in Northeast, in Engineering and for Veterans
The College continues to maintain its status as a top choice among Northeast colleges.
Manhattan College Ranks Among Top 20 Colleges Nationwide That Add the Most Value
MONEY Magazine noted Manhattan alumni success after graduation.
Nearly 90% of Class of 2016 Reports Being Employed or in Graduate School
A survey from the Office of Career Pathways shows a large majority of Manhattan College graduates landing in their chosen fields.
Master’s Program in Organizational Leadership Receives High Ranking
The program in the School of Continuing and Professional Studies is designed for working professionals to learn leadership skills.
Manhattan College Continues to Receive Recognition in Forbes Best Value Colleges
Forbes highlights Manhattan College’s ideal location and alumni network.
Manhattan College Again Receives High Marks in Return on Investment from PayScale
The College ranked among the top four percent nationwide in PayScale’s annual survey.
Manhattan College Named to Victory Media’s 2017 Military Friendly Schools List
The College continues to be recognized as a top college for veteran students.
Manhattan College Continues to Rank Among Top Colleges in the Nation
As more and more media outlets and organizations have published rankings of the nation’s top colleges, Manhattan College continues to earn praise for the value of its education.
Manhattan College Continues Upward Trend in U.S. News & World Report Rankings
U.S. News & World Report ranks Manhattan 15th among regional universities, and eighth among best colleges for veterans in the region.
Manhattan College Featured in the Princeton Review Book, The Best 381 Colleges –2017 Edition
Manhattan is also recognized as one of top colleges in the Northeast.
Kinesiology Department Earns Recognition from National Strength & Conditioning Association
The recognition allows the kinesiology department to provide a professional support network.
MONEY Magazine Ranks Manhattan College No. 3 Among Best Value Colleges
The College rated highly based on comparative-value grades for graduation rates, earnings, and student loan repayment.
College Offers One of Top Summer Camps for Students of Color, According to The Root
Manhattan College's Summer Engineering Awareness Program continues to receive accolades.
Manhattan College is Top Rated Catholic School in PayScale College ROI Rankings
The College places in the top six percent in return on investment among all colleges and universities.
Manhattan College Ranks Among Top 100 in Forbes’ List of Best Value Colleges
The College places seventh among Catholic institutions in the survey.
Manhattan College Continues to be Recognized as Outstanding School for Veterans
The College adds to its U.S. News & World Report recognition as a top destination for veteran students.
Manhattan College Ranks No. 17 in U.S. News’ America’s Best Colleges Report
U.S. News & World Report recognizes Manhattan College among top schools and as a standout college for veterans.
Money Magazine Ranks Manhattan College as Top Catholic College in the Country
Manhattan College recognized among the top 50 colleges that add the most value.
Brookings Institution Ranks Manhattan College Ninth for Value-Added Education
The report highlights Manhattan students’ return on investment.
Manhattan College Ranks 18th in the Nation Among Private Colleges for Return on Investment
The Payscale 2015 College Return on Investment (ROI) Report cites Manhattan College as No. 18 among more than 400 private colleges nationwide.
The Daily Beast Ranks Manhattan College Among Top 25 Colleges with Best Return on Investment
Manhattan College continues to be recognized as one of the top colleges in the country when the return on investment of a bachelor’s degree is calculated.
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.
Manhattan College Receives Top Ranking for Post-Graduate Earnings
The College ranked No. 1 among Catholic institutions in the PayScale 2014-2015 College Salary Report’s alumni salary category.
Manhattan College Ranks No. 18 in U.S. News’ America’s Best Colleges Report
For the eighth year in a row, Manhattan College places in top 20 of U.S. News & World Report’s America’s Best Colleges.
Money Magazine Ranks Manhattan College 40th Among Best Colleges in the Country
Manhattan College tops the inaugural Best Colleges ranking, which evaluates educational quality, affordability and career outcomes.
Catholic Relief Services Recognizes Manhattan College as a CRS Global Campus
Manhattan College’s commitment to service and social awareness is officially recognized by CRS.
Manhattan College's School of Business Retains AACSB Accreditation
School of Business maintains prestigious accreditation, which is the longest serving global accrediting body for business schools.
Manhattan College Ranks 15th in the Nation for Return on InvestmentAccording to Survey of Graduates
The Payscale 2014 College Return on Investment (ROI) Report cites Manhattan College as No. 15 out of more than 900 institutions nationwide.
Manhattan College Education Ranks High With Graduates Placing in the Top 25 in 2013-2014 PayScale.com College Salary Report
The College achieves a listing of No. 24 out of more than 1,000 institutions for post-graduate earnings.
Manhattan College Ranks Among Top 20 of America’s Best Colleges
For the seventh year in a row, Manhattan College is listed in top 20 of U.S. News and World Report’s America’s Best Colleges.
Manhattan College Ranks Among Top One Percent of Private Universities for ROI
AffordableCollegesOnline.org cites Manhattan College as No. 20 in its Million Dollar ROI rankings.
Manhattan Graduates See High Return on Investment According to Survey that Assesses the Value of College Degrees
Payscale.com 2013 College Education ROI Ranking lists Manhattan College at 32 out of more than 1,500 institutions nationwide.
College Names Michael Masch Vice President for Finance and CFO
Masch brings extensive financial and educational experience to the College.