The Jasper Q & A

James Patterson ’69 reflects on storytelling, success, and the Manhattan experience.

The Spring 2026 issue of Manhattan University Magazine celebrates the people, stories, and achievements shaping the Jasper community. Highlights include an in-depth Q&A with bestselling author James Patterson ’69, coverage of President Frederick Bonato’s historic inauguration, the preservation of Holocaust survivor Marcel Roux’s drawings, standout student and alumni achievements, the inaugural Sixth Borough Film Festival, and the enduring impact of Manhattan University’s Lasallian mission.