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Even though summer is more than halfway through, the Alumni office still has a number of exciting events planned for the month of August. Enjoy an afternoon with fellow Jaspers, family and friends at one of our upcoming outings!

 

For more information, please contact the Alumni Relations office at (718) 862-7432 or email alumni@manhattan.edu.

 

Baseball Outings

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Staten Island Yankees

Saturday, August 2

The Staten Island Alumni Club invites alumni, family and friends to watch the Staten Island Yankees take on the Auburn Doubledays at 7 p.m. Enjoy the game from a luxury suite with outdoor seating. Manhattan College alumni will be welcomed on the center field high definition LED board and the game will be followed by fireworks. Tickets are limited and are $35 each. To reserve your tickets, please return the completed registration form and check to Ken Toomey '93 (193 Crystal Ave., Staten Island, NY 10302).

 

New York Yankees

Wednesday, August 20

Join fellow Jaspers as the New York Yankees take on the Houston Astros at 7 p.m. A limited number of tickets remain. Please contact the Alumni office at (718) 862-7454 if you would like to attend the game. The remaining seats are located in section 227B and are $50 (regularly priced at $100).

 

Washington Nationals

Sunday, August 24

Alumni, family and friends are invited to enjoy an afternoon at Nationals Ballpark (1500 South Capitol St., SE, Washington, DC) as the Nats take on the San Francisco Giants. Game time is 1:35 p.m. Tickets are located in section 409 and are $18 each. Tickets are limited and advance registration is required. For more information, please contact Elli Nesbitt '81 at enesbitt1@verizon.net or the Alumni Relations office. REGISTER»

 

A Day in the Hamptons

Saturday, August 9

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Alumni, family and friends living on or visiting Long Island are invited to join the College for an afternoon cocktail reception from 3 - 5:30 p.m. at the Southampton Publick House (40 Bowden Square, Southampton, NY). The event, hosted by John Nason '52, John Kirrane '78, and Nick Benedetto '08, is $35 per person and includes an open bar and a selection of hors d'oeuvres. REGISTER»

Hudson Valley Shakespeare Outing

Wednesday, August 13

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Alumni and guests are invited to join the College to experience Shakespeare's production of The Two Gentlemen of Verona at Boscobel (1601 Route 9D, Garrison, NY). Enjoy a summer evening and dine al fresco while overlooking the Hudson River and West Point. Tickets are $50 (including picnic and performance) and will be available at will-call for registered guests. Tickets are limited and advance registration is required.

 

The grounds to Boscobel open at about 5 p.m. and Manhattan's gathering will take place prior to the performance, beginning around 5:30 p.m. Guests are typically asked to begin cleaning their areas by 6:30 p.m. as the performance starts promptly at 7 p.m. REGISTER»

Young Alumni Summer Reception

Thursday, August 14

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Young alumni are invited to an outdoor after-work reception from 7-9 p.m. at the Boat Basin Cafe (390 West 79th St., at Hudson River, New York, NY). Enjoy a summer evening along the Hudson River with other Jaspers. An open bar will be available for the duration of the event. The cost of the event is $35 per person. REGISTER»

 

Please note: Due to the popularity of this outdoor venue, a guest count must be provided a week in advance. Therefore, advance registration is required and the deadline to register is Wednesday, August 6. Help spread the word by sharing this event on Facebook, or emailing and texting your friends the event information.

 

 

A Day at Monmouth Park Racetrack

Saturday, August 16

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Join alumni hosts Jim O'Brien '60 and Ken Kelly '54 and fellow Jaspers for a day at the races at Monmouth Park Racetrack (175 Oceanport Ave., Oceanport, NJ). The cost of the event is $35 and includes admission to the clubhouse, official track program, private trackside seating in the air conditioned Turf Club, and a buffet luncheon. The event begins at 12 p.m. and advance registration is required. REGISTER»


News

Manhattan College receives National Science Foundation grant. Read more.

 

Manhattan College launches campus wide energy conservation project. Read more.

 

First-generation Jasper twins graduate medical school days apart. Read more.

 

 

23rd Annual Manhattan College Reality Retreat

This year's retreat will be held on Friday, Sept. 12 - Sunday, Sept. 14. For more information, including the list of speakers and weekend schedule, visit the retreat website. Be sure to like the new retreat page on Facebook.

 

Read more about the Reality Retreat.

 

 

Track and Field/Cross Country Reunion

On Saturday, Oct. 4, any Jasper who has ever donned a Manhattan track and field or cross country uniform is invited back to Riverdale for a full day of reunion activities. Learn more about the reunion.

 

 

Regional Representatives

The Alumni office is seeking representatives from various locations throughout the US. Our regional chapters serve to strengthen the relationship of our alumni with the College. Volunteers help to facilitate and support connections among alumni by organizing and participating in a variety of events and activities. If you are interested in organizing events in your area, please email alumni@manhattan.edu or call (718) 862-7454.

 

Read more about our regional alumni chapters and interest-based groups.

 

 

Travel with Manhattan College

The Alumni Relations office has partnered with several travel agencies to create exciting land and sea programs for alumni, family and friends to join other Jaspers around the world. Explore our itineraries for 2015.

 

 

Share Your News and Updates

Please keep the Alumni Relations office informed of any updates in your personal and professional life. We are eager to receive notice of promotions, advanced degrees, births, marriages and any ideas you might have for campus news. Submit online.

Please also notify us of any changes to your home address and business contact information. Update online.

 

Alumni Webpage Features

Stay connected to Manhattan College online. The Alumni office is pleased to offer convenient online features:

Update your information

Volunteer with other Jaspers

Submit a prayer request

Visit manhattan.edu/alumni for more information.

 

Jaspers on Social Media

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