BY CHRIS DOODY, CO-EDITOR-IN-CHEIEF From left to right: Hayden Watt, Mary McNaughton, Ava Dimao, Benjamin Vitale, Francis Zaklukiewicz, Jezerae Fayson and Krishna Deepthi Photo courtesy of Zya Degolier Francis Zaklukiewicz, a junior political science and pre-law major, was sworn in as Student Government Association (SGA) Executive Board President by Benjamin Vitale, previous SGA Executive Board… Keep Reading
Benjamin Vitale, SGA President, in his final SGA meeting Photo courtesy of Chris Doody BY: CHRIS DOODY, CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Student Government Association (SGA) President Benjamin Vitale, a senior public health major, adjourned his last SGA meeting at St. Bonaventure University on March 25, 2026. Vitale has served as a part of SGA since the end of… Keep Reading
Photo courtesy of St. Bonaventure University Instagram BY: CHRIS DOODY, CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF St. Bonaventure University hosts an event called “Spring into Bonas” for accepted students considering coming to Bonaventure. Like many other students, I officially committed at Spring into Bonas. Something in the atmosphere that day made me want to come here more than ever. Prior… Keep Reading
Friedsam Memorial Library partially lit up, due to the outage The employee hallway in the basement of the library The generator that kept the library running all week Crane that was used to lift transformer to be installed Photos courtesy of Chris Doody BY: CHRIS DOODY, CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Power has been fully restored to the Friedsam… Keep Reading
Photo of two cats at the SPCA Photo courtesy of Carina Jachlewski Photo of Carina Jachlewski with Biscuit, dog in photo Photo courtesy of Carina Jachlewski BY: CHRIS DOODY, CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) in Cattaraugus County, is a private, non-profit, charity animal shelter and was founded in 1905.… Keep Reading
Dr. Chris Bopp and Dr. Tara Walker on their wedding day Photo courtesy of Dr. Tara Walker Dr. Chris Bopp and Dr. Tara Walker with their artwork BY: CHRIS DOODY, CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Dr. Tara Walker, associate professor of communication, and Dr. Chris Bopp, associate professor of computer science, are one of the multiple couples across St.… Keep Reading
Photo of Dr. Xiao-Ning Zhang and Dr. Charles Walker Courtesy of Dr. Charles Walker BY: CHRIS DOODY, CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF “Love saved us,” said Dr. Xiao-Ning Zhang, professor of biology and director for the biochemistry program at St. Bonaventure University, and Dr. Charles Walker, professor emeritus of psychology. “We have been together as a couple for a… Keep Reading
Car covered in snow outside of the Central Receiving parking lot on Dec. 3, 2024 Photo courtesy of Chris Doody BY: CHRIS DOODY, CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF The winter weather has started at St. Bonaventure University with the first snowfall last week, followed by multiple days of snow. “I collaborate with the Director of Facilities, Mr. Jared Smith, when… Keep Reading
Fr. Steve saying mass in the Grotto shortly after midnight on Nov. 12, 2025 Photo courtesy of Chris Doody BY: CHRIS DOODY, CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF St. Bonaventure University students gathered for Snow Mass (Midnight Mass) in the Grotto, celebrating the season’s first snow fall, shortly after midnight on Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025. “Snow Mass was an old… Keep Reading
Crowded Hickey Dining Hall during common hour on Nov. 12, 2025 Photo courtesy of Chris Doody BY: CHRIS DOODY, CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF AND LILY PETERSON, STAFF WRITER Enrollment at St. Bonaventure University has steadily increased 20% yearly since 2020; however, infrastructure has not seen many changes to adapt for the increased student body. A recent Yik Yak… Keep Reading
Students working in The Warming House, December 2024 Photo courtesy of Alice Miller Nation BY: CHRIS DOODY, CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF The Warming House saw a 123.13% increase in guests served in October compared to the start of the year. More guests are expected due to cuts with national SNAP funding, according to Alice Miller Nation, Director of… Keep Reading
A foggy scene of Mt. Irenaeus. Photo Courtesy of Natalie Pronio BY: CHRIS DOODY, CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Ghost stories at St. Bonaventure University have become a tradition that have been passed down through the generations. Some students have experienced paranormal phenomenons, others in the past have experienced professors in touch with spirits. “In my sophomore year, I… Keep Reading
“Ask Reilly” chatbot found on mysbu.edu. Photo courtesy of Chris Doody BY: CHRIS DOODY, CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF AND SAWYER BURKE, NEWS EDITOR As artificial intelligence fast-tracks its way into nearly every part of daily life, it can be difficult to determine the right time and place for its use. In particular, the domain of academics has become… Keep Reading
Edited map of St. Bonaventure University campus to show skunk sightings Original photo courtesy of sub.edu BY: CHRIS DOODY, CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Students and staff have repeatedly noticed skunks around St. Bonaventure University’s campus. Some have given the skunks names, others fear being sprayed, most are inconvenienced. “A parent came up to a group of RAs and… Keep Reading
Group of incoming HEOP freshman and returning St. Bonaventure University students Photo courtesy of Saryiah Smith By DANIELLE CLARK, STAFF WRITER St. Bonaventure University’s Higher Education Opportunity Program (HEOP) has officially returned after a one year lapse caused by a missed filing deadline during the most recent state application cycle. “During our previous HEOP application… Keep Reading
BY CHRIS DOODY, CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Construction of the addition and remodel to the John J. Murphy Professional Building has begun at St. Bonaventure University. “The plan is for Murphy to be reopened in Fall of 2026,” said Aaron Chimbel, Dean of the Jandoli School of Communications. The Murphy building will be entirely shut down and the… Keep Reading
Fr. Stephen and Professor Scott Sackett giving a talk. Photo courtesy of Scott Sackett BY CHRIS DOODY, NEWS EDITOR The Access and Belonging Advocacy Group is working alongside St. Bonaventure University in the remodeling of the Murphy Professional Building to ensure it’s an inclusive space. “ABAG is dedicated to making the Jandoli School, and by… Keep Reading
Completion Expected in Next Two Years BY CHRIS DOODY, NEWS EDITOR The exterior of the updated Murphy building Photo courtesy of St. Bonaventure University The collaborative space for student media Photo courtesy of St. Bonaventure University The new Jandoli School online newsroom Photo courtesy of St. Bonaventure University Construction on the upcoming addition to the… Keep Reading
A napkin container in the Hickey Dining Hall with info on Albi Photo: Chris Doody BY CHRIS DOODY, NEWS EDITOR St. Bonaventure University is partnering with Albi, a start-up company working to help students in higher education understand the impact of food waste, to reduce food waste in the Hickey Dining Hall, following the University’s… Keep Reading
Snowy scene outside of the Hickey Dining Hall Photo courtesy of Madison Moeller BY CHRIS DOODY, NEWS EDITOR St. Bonaventure University has faced a cold winter so far, with most days reaching temperatures feeling below zero. “Here in Dismal Valley, the near-continuous overcast drags everybody’s energy down,” said Patrick Vecchio, adjunct instructor in the Jandoli… Keep Reading