The walkway between McGinley-Carney Center for Franciscan Ministry and the library Morgan Kilger/The Bona Venture BY: MORGAN KILGER, NEWS ASSIGNMENT EDITOR Winters at St. Bonaventure can cause icy walkways and snowy streets. Bonaventure’s Facilities Operations department is responsible for ensuring the campus is safe for driving and walking. On average, Bonaventure receives 42 inches of…
A filled pothole in the parking lot behind Plassmann Hall David Scibilia/ The Bona Venture BY: TUCKER REILLY, ASSOCIATE EDITOR Midway through March, winter weather at St. Bonaventure University marches on. Jared Smith, the director of Facilities Operations at Bonaventure, explained how workers around campus prepare for inclement weather. He detailed the chain of information…
By Cassidey Kavathas, News Editor Winter weather has graced Western New York and the Greater Olean area leaving St. Bonaventure University stuck in the cold, covered in snow and ice. This has led to some unfavorable conditions to walk around campus heading to class or to meet up with peers. “It’s icy and slushy and…
Since the advent of smartphones, apps have all but taken over certain aspects of our lives. People have to post a Snapchat or Instagram story every time they eat out, Maps tells us how to get everywhere the fastest and Weather lets us know if we should pack a rain jacket for later. This could…
When it comes to fashion, don’t let a little rain dampen current fashion trends. The rain actually allows people to dress in styles and trends you can’t always wear. There are so many cute outfits that can be worn on a rainy day whether it is cold or warm…
By Christian Gravius Staff Writer No matter what it is you do with your life, the weather will heavily dictate your plans, and being a college student is no exception to this fact. Here at Bona’s, the weather dictates a little bit more than just what you’re going to wear for the day or if…
High rain levels and melting snows created flood-like conditions last week in Allegany. But floodwaters weren’t anything out of the ordinary, said Phil Winger, associate vice president for facilities. “The water got up as high as the rugby field, as happens about every year,” he said. He noted that there were similar floodwaters near Francis…
With less than a month left of classes, more students will soon be found sitting on the grass with their friends than at a desk doing work. Although the warm temperatures have disappeared despite the calendar saying it’s spring, students still said their academic motivation is dwindling each day. While some students stayed productive through…
By Nate West Opinion Editor I saw a kid wearing shorts and a t-shirt as he left De La Roche and went to the Hickey on Wednesday. Tuesday night dropped to sub-zero temperatures, and the next day he thinks it’s okay to wear shorts and a t-shirt to the Hickey? Sorry, but that’s just not…
Staff Editorial It’s not a secret drinking is a popular pastime here on campus, but it’s important to exercise caution if you choose to participate in such extra-curricular activities. With cold weather quickly approaching, it’s important to remember some safety tips during this time of year. First, make sure you and your friends are all…
Emily Sullivan Associate Editor This past Tuesday, I had to leave my townhouse earlier than normal to get to a plenary for Clare Forum. Normally on Tuesdays, I get a ride with one of my roommates, especially since it’s so cold out. Since I had to walk, I threw on my thickest pair of jeans,…
By Jillian Hammell Assistant Features Editor Put away the winter jackets and heavy boots, because spring has finally graced Bonaventure with its presence. The time has arrived for us to re-introduce our skin to the sun. It is time to consult your closet and find the best looks of spring 2013. Colorful prints made their…
By Samantha Berkhead Managing Editor Twenty days ago, a certain Pennsylvania-bred groundhog lied. Winter is still upon Western New York and shows no signs of letting up anytime soon. The adverse weather isn’t just an annoyance and a reason to bundle up. Cold weather takes a heavy toll on skin, drying and chapping it into…
By Heather Monahan Features Assignment Editor Bonaventure students from Western or Upstate New York are typically acclimated to the weather Bonas experiences during the winter. However, out-of-state students who are used to warmer weather take notice and have different reactions to the arctic temperatures and flurries of snow. Will Vossler, a sophomore accounting major originally…
By Tate M. Slaven Contributing Writer With the blistering cold weather hovering over the St. Bonaventure campus, bundling up on your treacherous walk to class is vital. Audrey Mooradian, a sophomore psychology major, uses her hobby to help the Bonaventure community combat these below-zero temperatures. Mooradian makes scarves, and not just any kind of…
By Kerri Linsenbigler Features Editor When Hurricane Sandy hit the East Coast, nearly 8 million people lost power, according to CNN. The high winds and rain sent trees crashing down while rivers and creeks flooded. In the hardest hit areas of New York City and New Jersey, the ocean waves spilled over onto land,…
By Nate West News Assignment Editor Homes were destroyed, possessions were lost and loved ones were taken from their families and friends. Those were some of the many tragedies of Hurricane Sandy. Yet in spite of this, people felt the need to make fake pictures and get them circulating all over the internet. On multiple…
This editorial represents the opinion of The Bona Venture staff. When turning on the news or using the Internet, it is impossible to avoid witnessing the devastation brought about by Hurricane Sandy. Sandy’s current death toll at press time it 74, according to an Nov. 1 New York Daily News article. Every death is a…
By Kevin Rogers Staff Writer During a time of year when students are usually bracing for a late snowstorm, abnormally warm weather the last week has surprised the St. Bonaventure community as well as much of the Central and Eastern United States. Since March 11, area high temperatures have exceeded 60 degrees Fahrenheit each day.…