BY: JULIA BEARDSLEY, STAFF WRITER With Francis Week 2026 underway, many free events and opportunities are taking place inside and surrounding the Franciscan center for social concern. One of which was a pop-up display of Clare’s Closet. Clare’s Closet is a mainly student-run initiative as a part of the Franciscan Justice Circle. Members of the… Keep Reading
BY: ELIZABETH LOUGHLIN, STAFF WRITER This article was produced in last semester’s JMC202 News Writing class Getting an internship in college has become more difficult than many students anticipate. Internships are often viewed as necessary for securing a job after graduation. In some cases, they are required to complete a degree. However, the process can… Keep Reading
BY: BRIGID ODWYER The students who are left on campus without cars and are a flight away from home have to become creative in ways to get back home for campus-wide breaks. While most of the student body pack up their cars and hit the road, either to Buffalo, Rochester, or Syracuse –some of the… Keep Reading
In 1979, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration began requiring an expiration date on prescription and over-the counter medicines. The expiration date is a critical part of deciding if the product is safe to use and will work as intended. Expired medical products can be less effective or risky due to a change in chemical… Keep Reading
BY: JULIA BEARDSLEY, NEWS WRITER As the 2026-2027 school year begins, students around campus have noticed major changes in their dining experiences. This semester, St. Bonaventure’s dining services made several changes to improve allergen‑friendly options, including moving the allergy-safe Stress Less Zone to the Wolf Den. The shift is part of a broader effort to support students… Keep Reading
BY: PHOEBE MCCLAREN, STAFF WRITER The Murphy building at St. Bonaventure University has been under construction since fall 2025, forcing students and faculty into temporary spaces across campus. Jared Smith, facilities director, said, “The existing building renovation will be done by Oct. 2026 and the addition will be completed by Jan. 2027.” Construction equipment, fencing… Keep Reading
BY: KEGAN MCCALLUM, CONTRIBUTING WRITER St. Bonaventure University has five options for on-campus dining: Cafè La Verna, Hickey Dining Hall, Freshens, Rathskeller, and Yellas. The Hickey Dining Hall and Freshens are the most popular of the five; as well as the only two that allow students to pay with meal swipes. The Hickey is a… Keep Reading
BY CHARLES SORCE, STAFF WRITER Students without Borders (SWOB) visited the village of Ramon Santana in the Dominican Republic on a medical mission from March 14 through March 21. “We are a group of [physician assistant] students that run a medical mission trip to the Dominican Republic each year and we have a lot of… Keep Reading
BY CHARLES SORCE, STAFF WRITER Students without Borders (SWOB) visited the village of Ramon Santana in the Dominican Republic on a medical mission from March 14 through March 21. “We are a group of [physician assistant] students that run a medical mission trip to the Dominican Republic each year and we have a lot of… Keep Reading
BY GENEVIEVE BLUMBERG, STAFF WRITER St. Bonaventure University is updating its on-campus dining program for the upcoming year, according to Dining Service officials. “Meal plans are being updated to provide greater flexibility and better alignment with how students dine on campus,” said Nicole Clark, general manager for dining services. “Clearer distinctions between plan tiers, improved… Keep Reading
BY: LILY PETERSON, NEWS EDITOR The SGA revealed new student discounts at local businesses during its March 25, 2026 meeting. By presenting their student IDs, current students are eligible to receive discounts from the following locations: The SGA said that they are open to working with other businesses to get students more discounts. This allows… Keep Reading
BY: DANIELLE CLARK, STAFF WRITER Students at St. Bonaventure University who experienced Wi-Fi outages this year may soon see improvements after the campus technology team were able to find and fix the issue. Mike Hoffman, chief information officer, who oversees Technology Service, explained that the problem began in late fall and was difficult to identify… Keep Reading
BY: GENEVIEVE BLUMBERG, STAFF WRITER Last March, two members of the Department of Government Efficiency used ChatGPT to cancel previously approved federal grants that did not support President Donald Trump’s agenda, according to a New York Times article titled, “When DOGE Unleashed ChatGPT on the Humanities.” According to the New York Times, the two employees,… Keep Reading
BY: AVERY BRASWELL, STAFF WRITER For alumni who remember packed student sections, the 2025–26 season would look unfamiliar. There’s not much to do during the winter months in the Enchanted Mountains besides coming to a St. Bonaventure basketball game. Seats were once filled before tipoff, but now students can barely make it through a whole… Keep Reading
Cold snowy night outside of Francis Hall Photo courtesy of Genevieve Blumberg BY: GENEVIEVE BLUMBERG, STAFF WRITER The cause of the repeated fire alarms in Francis Hall on Jan. 30 between midnight and 3 a.m. was traced to the lack of a heating system in Serra House, the building attached to the west end of… Keep Reading
Cold snowy night outside of Francis Hall Photo courtesy of Genevieve Blumberg BY: GENEVIEVE BLUMBERG, STAFF WRITER On Thursday, Jan. 29 at 12:30 a.m. fire alarms sounded off through Francis Hall, causing students to evacuate the building in 5-degree temperatures. Alarms stopped and started at random times throughout the night. When the first alarm went… Keep Reading
The House of Peace at Mt. Irenaeus Photo courtesy of Natalie Pronio BY: DANIELLE CLARK, STAFF WRITER Mt. Irenaeus is hosting their annual Thanksgiving dinner on Nov. 23. The event, hosted by University Ministries and the Mt. Irenaeus community, gives students a chance to cook, relax and spend the day together at The Mountain. Ministry… Keep Reading
BY: DANIELLE CLARK, STAFF WRITER As the holiday season approaches, St. Bonaventure University’s Franciscan Center for Social Concern is preparing for its annual Giving Tuesday campaign. Giving Tuesday is a national day dedicated to giving back and supporting charitable organizations that make a difference in their communities. “Giving Tuesday is a day of giving,” said… Keep Reading
“Learning to Fly” by Barbra Fox Photo courtesy of Avery Braswell BY: AVERY BRASWELL, STAFF WRITER Nestled in the heart of campus, the Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts at St. Bonaventure University offers students, faculty and visitors a chance to step away from the hustle and bustle of daily life and immerse themselves… Keep Reading
New Bloomberg Room Photo courtesy of Jack Valenti BY: JACK VALENTI AND NOAH VALENTI, STAFF WRITERS Students in Money Management (SIMM) recently wrapped up their annual trip to New York City, where members had the chance to connect with industry leaders and experience firsthand the fast-paced world of finance. During the trip, students visited Bessemer… Keep Reading