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.
Student Achievements
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.
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.
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.
Manhattan College Represents Ukraine at 2023 National Model UN Conference
The conference helps students build critical professional and personal skills.
New Mock Trial Team is on the Case at Manhattan College
The team recently participated in its first national competition.
Manhattan College Earns Gold Status Recognition for its Exercise is Medicine Program
The program helps the campus community maintain healthy physical activity and fitness.
Chemical Engineering Student Wants to Break Negative STEM Stereotypes
Dominique Whyte ’25 is also passionate about her research in sustainable energy and development.
Manhattan College Physics Major Wants to Inspire and Encourage Young Women to Pursue STEM Careers
Rebecca Coglianese ’23, is passionate about her future in astrophysics while battling a cancer diagnosis.
Women in STEM Event Brings Together Alumnae, Faculty and Students to Share their Professional, Academic and Research Accomplishments
The event introduced prospective students to the unique opportunities that await them at Manhattan College.
2022 Year in Review
Here we revisit the most memorable moments of 2022, a year of new beginnings and innovation.
New Mentoring Program Created to Support School of Liberal Arts Students
Mentors will help reassure and assist younger students acclimating to college life.
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 Chosen as one of the “Most Engaged Campuses for College Student Voting”
The College was recognized for its voter education efforts.
Model UN Offers Great Experience for Students in All Disciplines
From engineering to the liberal arts, Model UN alumni look back on how it shaped their careers.
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.
Scholarship Helps Accounting Major Stay at the College She Calls “Home”
Ashley Reddington ’22, ’22 (MBA) is awarded the Linda M. and Peter M. Musumeci Jr. Foundation Inc. Scholarship to assist students enrolled in the O’Malley School of Business during their junior and senior years.
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.
Jessie Rising ’22 Named Undergraduate Valedictorian
A biology major and captain of the Jaspers’ softball team, Rising will be the student speaker at Undergraduate Commencement.
Engineering Students Helping People with Disabilities Become More Successful in the Workplace
Manhattan students are participating alongside other New York institutions in the CREATE Symposium.
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.
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.
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.
Ahmid Mohammed Murtada ’22 Earns Gilman Scholarship to Study Abroad
Murtada will travel to Venice, Italy, in the spring.
Manhattan College Shines During In-Person Model UN Conference
Students earned an honorable mention award and recognition for two position papers.
Kappa Delta Pi Gains Notice for Virtual Halloween Program
The Education and Health honor society is recognized for its efforts in the community.
Manhattan College Community Recognized for Getting out the Vote
Washington Monthly includes Manhattan on its list of colleges that do the most to turn students into active citizens.
Sydney Harwood ’21, ’22 (M.S.) One of 10 Finalists for NCAA Senior CLASS Award
The women’s soccer standout has a chance at the top honor given to a women’s soccer scholar-athlete.
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.
Manhattan College Players Earn Kennedy Center Citizen Artist Award
The Players performed The Laramie Project, which chronicled the life and death of Matthew Shepard.
Student Veterans Organization Receives Local Community Service Award
The Irving Ladimer award honors those who have volunteered personal time to improve lives.
Ally Mejia ’22 Selected for Television Academy Foundation’s Summer Fellows Program
A first-generation college student, Mejia is one of 50 students selected from across the country.
A Trio of Jaspers Continue Postgraduate Service Tradition
Three Manhattan College students are moving on to opportunities with national service organizations.
Nadia Itani ’21, Matt Sweeney ’21 Are the 2021 Gunn Medal Recipients
The Gunn Medal is one of the College’s highest undergraduate honors.
Jeremy Capuder ’21 is Class of 2021 Valedictorian
Capuder will be the student speaker at the 2021 Undergraduate Commencement.
Praise Omiponle ’19, ’21 (MBA), Hongbin Xu ’19, ’20 (M.S.) Are Graduate Commencement Valedictorians
Cornelius J. Higgins ’62, Ph.D., is also the recipient of an honorary doctorate.
Miguel Díaz-López ’20 is the Student Speaker at 2020 Undergraduate Commencement
Díaz-López is currently enrolled in the mechanical engineering Ph.D. program at Johns Hopkins University.
Outstanding Delegation: Manhattan College Team Honored at Virtual Model UN
The group dealt with many pandemic obstacles to shine at the global conference.
Engineers Building System to Convert Ocean Waves into Energy
A senior design project turned into a Department of Energy competition with 16 large universities.
Matt Padre Selected as Candidate for Senior CLASS Award
Padre, an accounting major, is on track to graduate in May of 2021 and carries a 3.94 grade point average.
Students Present Cutting-Edge Ideas at Innovation Challenge
The winning team took home $4,500 in prize money to help launch its startup.
Eunice Nazar ’22 Named One of 212 Newman Civic Fellows Nationwide
Nazar has interned at Mekong NYC in support of the Bronx community.
Luke Hanson Selected as One of 20 Nationwide Nominees for Senior CLASS Award
The men's lacrosse standout and current graduate student has earned a 4.0 GPA in three semesters.
Shayla Gramajo '22 Advocates for Students and Patients During the Pandemic
A biology major and chemistry minor, Gramajo is gaining first-hand healthcare experience.
Courtney Warley ’21 Named One of 30 Nationwide Nominees for Senior CLASS Award
A double major in finance and management, Warley is one of the top players on the women’s basketball team.
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.
Engineers Lauded for Inventiveness in Virtual University Challenge
Four senior design students offered an idea on cooling data centers in the regional event.
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.
Business Students Market a 'Dyfrent' Business Approach
Two seniors offer face masks and other clothing items on the e-commerce website they launched together.
Manhattan College to Take Part in Veterans Day Events
Stephen Kaplan, Ph.D., was honored by the Bronx Chamber of Commerce and BronxNet will air a panel on Veterans Day.
Manhattan College Recognizes Fair Trade Month
Events scheduled from October 8-28 celebrate our status as a Fair Trade College.
Advanced Leadership Studies Students Help Parents Navigate Extraordinary School Year
Raina Cunzio '20 and Amber Saracino '20 helped the New Rochelle school district prepare for the fall.
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.
New York 811 Provides $10,000 in Scholarships to 10 Manhattan College Students
This is the third year the organization has given scholarships to college students who live in New York City and Long Island.
Film Studies Students Receive Awards For Short Films Created During Quarantine
Five Manhattan College students earned recognition for their short films which competed in multiple film festivals.
Students’ Entrepreneurial Ideas Shine at Virtual Innovation Challenge
Students’ Entrepreneurial Ideas Shine at Virtual Innovation Challenge. The virtual format may have been new, but the levels of competition and audience interest were as high as ever on April 16, when the O’Malley School of Business hosted its annual Innovation Challenge on Facebook Live.
Emma Kaishian ’19 Is Working to Make a Difference in Public Health
Kaishian is preparing for a career in the public health by pursuing a master’s degree in health policy at Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health.
Mary Elizabeth Pizzimenti Receives Italian Language Fellowship
Pizzimenti is one of fifteen college students nationwide to be awarded the fellowship.
Rachel Roca ’21 One of 396 Students Nationwide to Receive Goldwater Scholarship
Roca is a mathematics major in the School of Science.
Priya Varanasi ’22 Named a Newman Civic Fellow
Varanasi is a double major in peace and justice studies and political science.
Manhattan College is a Top Producer of Fulbright U.S. Students
Three graduating seniors received Fulbright awards in the 2019-20 academic year.
Manhattan College Students Turned Out to Vote in Larger Numbers in Federal Midterm Elections
Manhattan students earned a Bronze Award from the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge.
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.
Nicholas Rogalewski ’20 is First Recipient of Con Edison Scholarship
A Bronx resident, Rogalewski is an electrical engineering major and mathematics minor.
Autumn Herndon ’19 Receives Pickering Foreign Affairs Fellowship
Herndon will graduate in December with a bachelor’s degree in international studies.
Environmental Engineering Graduate Students Thrive in Water Industry
Under the guidance of Jeanette Brown, Manhattan College's civil and environmental engineering students are learning practical solutions to everyday issues.
Students Earn Prestigious Awards to Pay for College and Post-Graduate Learning
Students receive distinguished honors that connect them to extraordinary learning experiences during college and after graduation.
Internship at Celgene Helps Chemical Engineering Student Help Others
Farzana Begum ’20 gained industrial experience that mirrored her lab work on campus.
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.
Business Analytics Students Break Down New York’s Renewable Energy Plans
Manhattan College hosted its fifth annual Business Analytics Competition.
Emma Kaishian ’19 Awarded Joseph J. Gunn ’30 Alumni Medal
The Gunn Medal is one of the College’s highest undergraduate honors.
Vincent Wiedemann ’19 Selected to Join NYC Neighborhood 360° Fellowship Program
Wiedemann will learn about commercial revitalization and develop leadership skills.
Donya Quhshi ’19, Ray Maresca ’18, ’19 (M.S.) are 2019 Valedictorians
Quhshi will speak on behalf of the class of 2019 at Undergraduate Commencement; Maresca will be the student speaker at Spring Commencement.
Autumn Herndon ’19 Receives Gilman Scholarship to Study Abroad in Panama
The international studies major will travel to Panama this summer.
Miguel Diaz ’20 Earns Prestigious Goldwater Scholarship
A mechanical engineering major, Diaz is one of 496 students nationwide to gain the award.
#300LaSalle: Mechanical Engineer, Student Veteran Sherry Swartwout ’19
Throughout the year, the Manhattan College community will reflect on the meaning of the Lasallian tradition.
For First Time, Multiple Manhattan College Students Receive Fulbright Awards
Three Manhattan College graduating seniors have earned Fulbright English Teaching Assistant awards.
Setbacks Help Will Stallings ’19 Find His Path in Sports Medicine
A kinesiology major, Stallings will graduate in May.
Rabea Ali '20 Named Newman Civic Fellow
Ali is one of 262 students nationwide to receive this award.
Visit to the Mecca of Physics Proves Eye-Opening for Sarah Reese ’20
Mentored by Rostislav Konoplich, Ph.D., the physics major was able to spend a summer at CERN in Switzerland.
James Durkin ’19 Recognized by Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
The Manhattan College senior is one of 174 students honored across the U.S. and Canada.
Student-Athletes Continue Graduation Success
Manhattan College produced a 97 percent GSR for the cohort with 10 programs attaining a perfect 100 GSR.
Graduate Student Completes NYC Marathon in Ongoing Service Effort
Matthew Billings carries on the Lasallian mission through running.
Harrison Pietrzak ’20 Launches Road Safety Startup
Pietrzak used Manhattan College connections to create a new business model.
Counseling Grad Student Moving Up the Ranks of Professional Association
Lee Seguin ’21 (M.S.) is working to increase the availability of mental health services.
NYC Summer Internship Program Prepares Students for Career Success
In its inaugural year, the W.I.S.E. (Women Inspiring Successful Enterprise) professional development summer internship program was a resounding success.
Welcome, Class of 2022!
Fun Fact: 75% of Manhattan College freshmen live on campus — making Move-in Day kind of a big deal!
Two Students Join Catholic Relief Services on Capitol Hill
Kaiyun Chen ’19 and Tim Gress ’19 advocated with local representatives on international issues.
Student/Faculty Team Creating Better Techniques to Diagnose Lung Cancers
Electrical engineers are working to quickly and accurately identify the stages of lung cancer.
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.
Alex Vasquez ’20 Gains Rare Grant in Pursuit of Teaching Math
The sophomore education major received an REU grant from the National Science Foundation.
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.
Six Engineering Students to Receive ACEC New York Scholarships
Manhattan College students gain recognition from ACEC New York metropolitan chapter.
Student Veteran Kirsten Battocchio ’18 Named Undergraduate Valedictorian
Battocchio will receive the Carty valedictory medal and speak on behalf of her classmates at Commencement.
Kaveri Krishnan ’18 (M.S.) Is Spring Commencement Valedictorian
A student in the organizational leadership program, Krishnan will speak on behalf of her classmates at Spring Commencement.
Mechanical Engineers Use Classroom Knowledge to Win Energy Efficiency Competition
The Manhattan College team took home the top prize for the second consecutive year.
Strawbridge Making Good Use of Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship
Marshall Strawbridge ’21 is thriving in Manhattan College’s government and economics departments.
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.
Reilly Rebhahn’s Community Service Leads to Newman Civic Fellowship
A history and peace studies major, Rebhahn is an active leader on campus.
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.
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.
Internship with Al Roker Puts Communication Major Behind and In Front of the Camera
Matt Marcello traveled all over New York City at a summer internship that gave him unique, valuable experience.
Business Students Assess Impact of Fed Chair Nominee
The College Fed Challenge provided a forum for Manhattan College students to evaluate the nominee to the country’s central bank.
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.
Two Students Use National Science Foundation Grants to Advance Research
Danielle Baik and Anthony DePinho gained valuable research experience in Massachusetts this summer.
Engineering Faculty Member and Two Students Recognized by DFI Educational Trust
Manhattan College is the only school nationwide with two student scholarship recipients.
James Patterson Scholarships Awarded for Sixth Consecutive Year
Manhattan College alum and best-selling author James Patterson ’69 will give twenty students academic scholarships for the 2017-18 school year.
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.
Connecting Classrooms, Careers & Communities
An advanced communication course led to a transformative 11-week paid summer internship with West Harlem nonprofit, SoHarlem.
Counseling Programs Continue Collaboration with Tavistock
A study abroad group relations experience helps students develop invaluable skills at a renowned hub for mental health training.
Student Veteran Nicholas Jurek Honored at Yankee Stadium
The Manhattan College student and former Marine was the Veteran of the Game on Aug. 1.
MBA International Course Uncovers “Hope in Helplessness”
Business students traveled to the Amazon to research sustainable development.
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.
Phi Beta Kappa Awards Scholarships to Two Members of Class of 2018
Rising seniors Mia Bertoli and Timothy Hamling receive scholarships in memory of Brother Francis Bowers, FSC.
Diana Balaj ’19 Gains Gilman Scholarship to Study Abroad
An international studies major with a concentration in global issues and a minor in Spanish, Balaj will travel to Spain this summer.
Five Graduating Seniors Accepted into Postgraduate Volunteer Programs
The students will continue the College’s mission of service and social justice.
Paulina Ochoa-Figueroa ’17 Named a Fulbright Finalist
Ochoa-Figueroa is Manhattan College’s first Fulbright finalist since 2004.
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.
Business Analytics Team Harnesses Big Data for Bigger Rewards
With one-on-one tutorials from faculty mentor Dr. Musa Jafar, a diverse team of students discovers the art and science of decision-making.
Three Engineering Students Receive ACEC Scholarships
The American Council of Engineering Companies honors Manhattan College students for their academic success and work experience.
Lorraine Brancale ’17 (M.S.) Speaks on Behalf of Classmates at Spring Commencement
The Spring Commencement valedictorian, Brancale earned a 4.0 grade point average in the mental health counseling program, while completing three different fellowships.
Growing Community Shrinks Campus Footprint
With support of college and greater NYC community, Therese Kelly ’17 launched a closed-loop organic waste recycling program on campus.
John Evans ’17 Receives Carty Valedictory Medal, Addresses Class of 2017
Blind since the age of 5, Evans is a published author and graduated with an English major, a history minor and a medieval studies minor.
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.
Chasek Commemorates 20 Years of Model UN in Closing Remarks
Longtime adviser and co-founder of Earth Negotiations Bulletin encourages students to think globally but act locally.
Mechanical Engineers Take Home Top Prize in Energy Savings Competition
The Manhattan College team captured a $10,000 prize.
Students Work to Improve Workplace Conditions for the Disabled
Students and faculty aim to assist custodial workers with physical and developmental disabilities.
Two Engineering Students Receive First George Tamaro ’59 Scholarships
The scholarship fund will support civil engineering students in preparation for their careers.
Jaena Sigue ’18 Named a 2017 Newman Civic Fellow
An environmental science major, Sigue was honored for her work in advocating for local causes and strengthening the Bronx community.
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.
War and Peace Panel Draws on the Perspective of College Vets
A panel discussion during Manhattan College’s annual Peace Week offered examples of how the U.S. military propagates peace during wartime, as described by students and alumni who served.
Civil Engineering Students Examine Daylighting on the Saw Mill
Manhattan College students research the environmental effects of exposing portions of the Saw Mill River to sunlight.
Graduate Student Launches Next Career Phase with NASA
Cesar Tapia ’08, ’17 (M.S.) leveraged his engineering background and on-campus ITS job to earn a NASA internship.
College Engineers to Join Industry and Government Leaders in Process Intensification Institute
The College is one of the recipients of a $70 million grant plus matching funds from the Department of Energy for in-kind project support.
Model UN Team Earns Distinguished Delegation Award
Manhattan College represented the United States at the National Model United Nations Conference in Washington, D.C. from Nov. 11-13 and earned a Distinguished Delegation Award.
Transfer Student Launches Startup to Design 3D-Printed Prosthetics for Veterans
Manhattan College senior River Castelonia ’17 co-founded Havenlabs in January 2016, a nonprofit focused on helping military veterans.
Engineering Undergraduates Invited to Present at MIT Technology Conference
A paper co-written by Kevin Lynch ’17 and Joseph Majeski ’16 is the result of the Jasper Summer Research Scholars program.
James Patterson Scholarships Awarded to Twenty Manhattan College Students
Best-selling author James Patterson ’69 established scholarship program to assist 10 juniors and 10 seniors at his alma mater.
At Second Annual Business Analytics Competition, Jaspers Take First
A growing two-day conference hosted by the School of Business places Manhattan College as a thought leader in the field of business analytics.
Brendan Murphy '19 Receives Gaeltacht Summer Award To Study in Ireland
Lindenhurst, N.Y., resident will study the Irish language in the Gaeltacht regions of Ireland.
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.
John Trieste ’16 To Receive Carty Valedictory Medal at Undergraduate Commencement
A native of Monroe, N.Y., Trieste will deliver the valedictory address at Undergraduate Commencement on Sunday, May 22.
Manhattan College’s David Caiafa Named a 2016 Newman Civic Fellow
Freshman honored as one of 218 community-engaged students to receive prestigious award.
Three Athletics Teams Receive NCAA Public Recognition Awards
The men’s golf, women’s basketball and softball programs were recognized after ranking among the top 10 percent in the NCAA's multi-year Academic Progress Rate report.
Student Entrepreneurs Earn Backing at Innovation Contest
Winners Megan McKee ’17 and Daniel Hey ’19 will develop their respective startups with the expert feedback and $250 award from the event.
Jaspers Compete in Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival
Ten students attended the prestigious festival, boosting their own skills and the College’s reputation in the theater world.
Freshman Singer-Songwriter Poised to Break into Global Pop Music Scene
A budding pop star on two continents, Ali Isabella ’19 is studying the business of music at Manhattan College.
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.
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.
College to Kick Off Campus Mural Project
In partnership with Creative Art Works, students will create the first public piece of art at Manhattan College on a wall below Founders Bridge.
Manhattan College Students Reflect on College Experiences in Washington, D.C.
Manhattan College senior Dylan Gray was a featured panelist at New American Colleges & Universities panel.
Martin Becomes First Manhattan College Student to Receive Gilman Scholarship
Jenifer Martin ’17 will study abroad in Madrid after receiving the award.
“Incredible” Team of Business School Students Impresses New York Federal Reserve
Led by Hany Guirguis, Ph.D., seven Manhattan College students earned a place in the Fed College Challenge’s finals, the College’s best showing ever.
Manhattan Earns Highest Honor at International Model UN
Eight Manhattan College students earned an outstanding delegation award – the highest award a group can receive – at the National Model United Nations international conference in Olomouc, Czech Republic during Thanksgiving week.
Twenty Students to Receive James Patterson Scholarships
Best-selling author James Patterson ’69 established annual scholarship program given to 10 juniors and 10 seniors at his alma mater.
Motherhood, Social Advocacy and Grad School All in a Day’s Work for Algerian Scholar
Selma Chirouf ’16 is pursuing an M.S. in organizational leadership from Manhattan College while raising her two-year-old daughter and continuing efforts for climate change awareness.
William J. Kennedy ’63, Ph.D., To Be Honored at Fall Honors Convocation
Students inducted into prestigious Epsilon Sigma Pi honor society during event.
Purposeful Networks Recognizes Manhattan College’s Commitment to Service
Manhattan’s students honored for ongoing sustainability projects.
Manhattan Student Strives to Make a Difference as a Tribute to Fallen Father on 9/11
Olivia Siller ’18 works alongside family to promote the mission of her father’s legacy, The Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation.
Inside the United Nations: Two Students Take On Summer Internships
International studies majors report to the United Nations headquarters to attend intergovernmental meetings and prepare briefs that often go directly to mission ambassadors.
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.
First in the Family: A Lasallian Tradition
Four first generation college students reflect on their experiences at Manhattan and how they’ve navigated through and acclimated to college life.
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.
Class of 2015 Celebrates Commencement Ceremonies
The College community, faculty, family and friends gathered from May 14-17 to celebrate the accomplishments of more than 1,000 students receiving master’s and bachelor’s degrees from the Schools of Arts, Business, Education and Health, Engineering, Science, and Continuing and Professional Studies.
The Class of 2015: In Their Own Words
As they turn their tassels, members of Manhattan College’s Class of 2015 reflect on the last four years and what it really means to be a Jasper.
Junior Freda Tei Honored as Newman Civic Fellow
Biology major one of 201 community-engaged college students to gain prestigious honor.
Manhattan Students Recognized for Green and Compassionate Activity on Campus
The student body receives honor based on commitment to a sustainable campus.
Manhattan Student Writes Children’s Book to Raise MS Awareness
Mommy, MS and Me, a new children’s book written by religious studies major Stephanie Garcia ’15, is designed to create a dialog.
Manhattan College Students Offer Complimentary Tax Services to Qualified Bronx Residents
Business students to volunteer with the IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program at the Northwest Bronx Resource Center in the Bronx for duration of tax season.
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.
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.
Twenty Manhattan College Students to Receive James Patterson Scholarships
College honors 20 juniors and seniors as the 2014-15 recipients of scholarships established by best-selling author James Patterson ’69.
Harvesting a Revolution: Urban Agriculture Interns Grow Food and Empower Area Residents
After a successful rooftop garden pilot internship program, Manhattan College students shared their urban gardening skills with the greater Bronx community.
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.
The Allure of the Field Trip Endures at Manhattan College
Manhattan's course catalog offers endless opportunities for students to engage in non-traditional learning through hands-on experiences outside of the classroom.
Communication Student is Likely Youngest Elected Official in Westchester County
Once a Valhalla Viking and now a Manhattan Jasper, Anthony Amiano ’15 advocates for education reform as a member of the Valhalla School Board.
Off-Campus Collaboration
Academic research takes many students beyond the traditional classroom to field sites on mountaintops and below the sea, in courses like BIOL 409: Marine Biology.
First-Generation Jasper Twins Graduate Medical School Days Apart
Elaina and Gianna Petrone, from the class of 2009, both recently graduated from medical school.
Math and Soccer Merge at Manhattan
Inspired by World Cup research, mathematics majors apply mathematical techniques to measure the teamwork on the women’s soccer team.
Manhattan College Celebrates the 172nd Commencement Ceremonies
More than 1,000 Jaspers received their diplomas May 17-18, 2014, in Riverdale, N.Y.
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.
Kathleen White ’14 Awarded with Highest Undergraduate Student Honor
Keansburg, N.J., resident receives Joseph J. Gunn Alumni Medal on May 15.
Softball Captain and Physical Education Major of the Year to Deliver Valedictory Address at Undergraduate Commencement
Newtown, Conn., resident Katherine Bowen ’14 receives Donald J. Carty Valedictory Medal.
Glen Rock, N.J., Resident and Former College Athlete to Deliver Valedictory Address at Spring Commencement
Valedictorian Kelly Keane ’00, ’14 graduates with a master’s degree in mental health counseling.
Five Faces of ’14
As the class of 2014 prepares to enter the real world, five seniors divulge post-graduation plans and reflect on what it means to be a Jasper.
Manhattan College Announces 2014 Commencement Speakers
Dominick Servedio and Carolyn Woo will speak at two spring commencement ceremonies and receive honorary degrees.
Marketing Major Carves Fashion Niche
An internship took Shannon Butler ’16 all the way to NYC Fashion Week.
Business Analytics Intern Develops Global Strategy
Marketing major Getanjali “Gigi” Morel ’14 finds foreign markets for industry magnate.
Global Business Intern Discovers New Career Path
Jorge L. Valle Sanchez ’14 finds footing in the entertainment industry.
Management Intern Explores Diverse Industries
Graham Rose ’14 tests decision-making skills in the real world.
Economics Major Interns With Top Professional Athletes
Robert Bacchioni ’14 gets an insider’s look at NYC’s professional league sports.
Business Interns Test Skills, Discover Dreams
Manhattan College business majors benefit from diverse and unique internship opportunities.
New York Life Case Study Offers Extracurricular Insight
School of Business professors Mary Michel and Janet Rovenpor recently authored a nationally recognized case study and gave their students a first-hand look.
History Major Facilitates Interfaith Learning in Lower Manhattan
Courtney Slack ’14, a 2013 intern at the Museum of Jewish Heritage, spent a semester teaching 20th century Jewish history and the Holocaust to New York City youth.
Model UN Students Win Prestigious Awards at National Conference
Manhattan College’s Model UN Team participated in the national conference in Washington D.C., gaining valuable experience and recognition.
High Achieving Seniors Join College’s Academic Honor Society
More than 100 students were recognized for their academic merit and leadership at the Fall Honors Convocation.
Senior Humanities Student Aims to End Economic Inequality
Jasper Summer Research Scholar Kathryn Wojtkiewicz ’14 joins a centuries-long dialog with her sights on the future.
Engineering Major Uses Simulation Software to Relieve Joint Stress
Jasper Summer Research Scholar Michael Michalczyk ’14 discovers a systematic approach to inquiry.
Biology Major Investigates Invasive Species On NYC Shores
This summer, Jasper Research Scholar Angelica Romero conducted student-faculty research with collaboration from the Harbor School.
Exercise Science Major Gets a Leg-Up On Graduate School
Maria Toscano ’14, a Jasper Research Scholar, conducted summer research on a topic that changed the course of her life.
Jasper Research Scholars Report on a Summer of Discovery
Ten students complete the inaugural summer program, which awards grants for undergraduate research conducted with faculty members.
Senior International Student Examines Predictability of Baltic Equity Markets
Rokas Kirlys ’14, developed a new skill set while conducting summer research.
MC Launches Urban Agriculture Internship with Groundwork Hudson Valley
This summer, three interns are expanding the rooftop garden to grow organic produce in an effort to keep local food costs low.
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.
Christopher Bednarz ’13 Honored With Gunn Medal
Bronx resident receives highest undergraduate student honor.
College Celebrates the 171st Commencement Ceremonies
Nearly 1,000 bachelor's and master's students awarded degrees.
Howell, N.J., Resident Delivers Valedictory Addressat Manhattan College’s Spring Commencement
Jennifer Player ’13 graduates with MBA and delivers valedictory speech.
Entrepreneur and Philosophy Major Delivers Valedictory Address at Manhattan College’s Commencement
Perry Rizopoulos ’13 and Pelham, N.Y., resident, receives Donald J. Carty Valedictory Medal.
Seniors Celebrate Scholastic Achievement at Spring Honors Convocation
More than 100 students were recognized for their academic merit and leadership.
What's Next for the Class of 2013
As the class of 2013 prepares to head out into the world, 13 seniors tell us about their plans for after graduation and reflect on what made their Manhattan College experience special.
Innovation Contest Puts Student Entrepreneurs in the Spotlight
Panel of business experts offer critiques in first School of Business “shark tank.”
Catholic Relief Services Ambassadors Spread Social Justice Awareness Across Campus
Twelve undergraduates join 190 others across the country to help make a difference
Government Course Puts Students in Control at United Nations
Each spring, Manhattan College students are immersed in international policy with a visit to UN headquarters in New York City and a docket of issues to resolve.
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.
Student Shines in Albany as State Assembly Intern
Jennifer Garcia ’13 excels in prestigious legislature internship program with Assembly Member Linda Rosenthal
Students Build Gardens Across Campus to Provide Food for Dining Halls
Gardens on the rooftop of the parking garage and next to the residence halls produce food for campus cafeterias and provide hands on learning experiences for students.