Had the 2016 Trashion Fashion show not opened with a disclaimer of the designer’s unorthodox materials, deciphering the model’s garb from actual runway designs might have been difficult. The annual show, which takes place in the Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts, features student designs made of recycled materials, from plastic bags to bottle… Keep Reading
Members of the Bonaventure community gathered in celebration of Pi Day on Monday, honoring the well-known mathematical constant. For some, its verbalization warrants a mouth-watering reaction, but for event attendees, pi, commonly expressed as 3.14, is representative of the ratio of a circle‘s circumference to its diameter. Nicholas Papalia, a student attendee, said pi plays… Keep Reading
Members of the Bonaventure community will swarm the Barclays Center in Brooklyn this weekend, cheering on the men’s basketball team in the Atlantic 10 Tournament. For some, intensive planning allowed for attendance. For others, fulfilling their dream of participating in the festivities might take another year. The Bonnies are set to play their first tournament… Keep Reading
Being an undeclared major often poses more long-term benefits than struggles for students, according to Guy Imhoff, interim dean of Clare College. Imhoff, Ph.D., who was recently renamed the director of the Major Adventure Program (MAP), said the program helps undeclared students explore potential majors. A university Notice Board announced Imhoff’s new position on March… Keep Reading
For Br. Kevin Kriso, O.F.M., his love of God is rooted in early childhood experiences, while his dedication to Franciscan life came through a natural progression of events. Br. Kevin, a Mt. Irenaeus guardian, said he had a typical baby boomer upbringing in the suburbs of New York City, attending St. Hugh of Lincoln Elementary… Keep Reading
In a world more entertainment-focused than ever, the film industry often tailors new releases to a public demand for all things bigger, bolder and, according to some students, not always “morally better.” Over Valentine’s Day weekend, Tim Miller’s “Deadpool” flooded theaters across the United States with its facetious promotional posters donning the phrase, “Feel the… Keep Reading
While many college students see the end of Friday classes as the beginning of post-paper partying, others see it as the perfect excuse to stay inside and avoid the bitter Western New York wind chill. According to usclimatedata.com, Buffalo and its surrounding areas have an average high temperature of 32 degrees Fahrenheit and low of… Keep Reading
While some incoming freshmen see the annual All Bonaventure Reads (ABR) book as a tedious task to overcome, getting a look at the work that goes into its selection might give way to some unexpected page-turning motivation. According to Chris Brown, director of First-Year Experience and Orientation, the First-Year Experience program (FYE) was established in… Keep Reading
Let’s face it, long-distance relationships are hard. Plus, adding in some collegiate deadlines, a whole slew of obligatory meetings and the pressures of weekend life doesn’t make maintaining a healthy love life any easier. Fortunately, though, some are able to manage these pressures with an unexpectedly beautiful outcome; maybe I’m biased though, since I like… Keep Reading
The Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts unlocked the doors to its newest gallery, featuring the work of late artist Michael Lenson, on Jan. 24. “Michael Lenson: Public and Private” is located in the Paul W. Beltz Gallery on the second floor of the Quick Center, highlighting the work of Lenson, a renowned 20th… Keep Reading
Pauline Hoffman, Ph.D, is “all Bonas” nowadays, but she described her undergraduate experiences at Bonaventure as a love-hate-relationship. The dean of the Russell J. Jandoli School of Journalism and Mass Communication said her initial love for Bonaventure was sparked during her first visit to campus, which was prompted by her interest in the school’s journalism… Keep Reading
Members of the Bonaventure community embraced more than just Africa, as they took pies to the face in fundraising for the Student Government Association’s new official charity, Embrace it Africa. On Thursday, Jan. 21, admissions held Pie In The Face: Ambassador Edition in support of the 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization started by Bonaventure students—which was named… Keep Reading
Amanda Saeli, a junior marketing major and club president, said she’s excited about Embrace it Africa’s new title of official university charity and hopes it will bring more attention to the group’s work. Bonaventure’s Student Government Association (SGA) named Embrace It Africa, a student-run, non-profit organization, Bonaventure’s official charity on Tuesday, Nov. 24. Embrace It… Keep Reading
Amanda Saeli, a junior marketing major and club president, said she’s excited about Embrace it Africa’s new title of official university charity and hopes it will bring more attention to the group’s work. Bonaventure’s Student Government Association (SGA) named Embrace It Africa, a student-run, non-profit organization, Bonaventure’s official charity on Tuesday, Nov. 24. Embrace It… Keep Reading
ENACTUS, a student-run, non-profit organization, is calling on members of the Bonaventure community to round up their dusty children’s books and donate them to those in need. Each year, club members are given the opportunity to attend “legacy trips” to the Bahamas in order to put their leadership skills into action. As part of this… Keep Reading
Often recognized for his on-campus involvement outside of the courses he teaches, Carl Case, Ph.D, professor of management, said he finds himself busier nowadays than during his undergraduate years at Bonaventure. Case, who’s been involved with Bona’s for over 40 years, said the decision to attend Bonaventure was a fairly easy one. “Bonaventure offered me… Keep Reading
Bonaventure’s ongoing Soup for Souls food drive is giving students an opportunity to shed some warmth on the lives of local homeless persons during the holiday months. The Soup for Souls drive supports the Genesis House, a temporary homeless shelter in downtown Olean, by providing non-perishable food item donations from the Bonaventure community. According to… Keep Reading
Members of Asian Students In Action (ASIA) twisted and twirled in celebration of Diwali in the Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts’ Rigas Family Theatre Wednesday. Diwali is an ancient autumn festival practiced in the Hindu tradition that typically spans over a five-day period. While there are many customs associated with the celebration, its… Keep Reading
This Saturday, students, faculty and members of surrounding communities gathered for the annual Hunger Walk in an effort to raise money for the less fortunate. The Embrace it Africa club (an on-campus 501c(3) charity) holds this event to support Bethlehem Parent’s School & Orphanage in Uganda and local hunger groups. Participants gathered near the John… Keep Reading
Students said they’re warming up their vocal cords for the vocal master class next week. On the evenings of Monday, Nov. 2 and Tuesday, Nov. 3, students will have the opportunity to attend six voice-training sessions. The seminar includes a group warm-up each day, as well as separate sessions on conveying emotions, reading a monologue/dialogue… Keep Reading