By Emilie Weinbeck, Features Assignment Editor Since its original air date on Sept. 10, 1984, “Jeopardy!” has seen lots of young talent cross its stage over the years. Some of that young talent has won big, and later became champions of “Jeopardy!,” most notably interim host Ken Jennings. Unfortunately, as sometimes seen in the world… Keep Reading
By Kelsey Purcell, Staff Writer Taylor Swift released her own version of her hit single “Love Story” on Feb. 11. Swift announced that she has finished re-recording her “Fearless” album and has hinted that “Fearless (Taylor’s Version)” will be released on April 9, along with six never before released songs. Some other hit songs on… Keep Reading
By Kathy Williams, Features Editor Prioritizing mental health has become a growing concern for people, especially college students. Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, it has become more challenging than ever to ensure people’s mental health is not suffering. Some students have found new ways to cope with the pandemic during the spring semester by applying… Keep Reading
By Karolina Dombaxi, Contributing Writer March is best known for March Madness and the Spring Equinox, but it is also Women’s History Month. It is a month designated for appreciating and acknowledging the accomplishments and struggles women have gone through worldwide. Here at St. Bonaventure University, Dr. Kimberly DeSimone and Dr. Pauline Hoffman of the… Keep Reading
By John Ancillotti, Staff Writer On Wednesday, Nintendo put out a live 50-minute online showcase of upcoming Nintendo Switch games, including more information on revealed games, ports of older games and announcements for new games. The Nintendo Direct, the name of the online showcase, began with the announcement of the next fighter coming to “Super… Keep Reading
By A Bonnie, an advice columnist The COVID-19 pandemic has given all of us so much stress and working a regular 9 to 5 job or internship during this crisis does not help our already dwindling mental health. Thankfully, whether you are working in an office or have been zooming into meetings since mid-March, here… Keep Reading
By Tyler Smith, Sports Editor La Salle head coach Ashley Howard is a passionate leader. A Philadelphia native who began his coaching career with the Explorers, Howard has moved up the ranks with different programs, culminating in his return to La Salle as the team’s head coach. Becoming the successor to a mentor in a… Keep Reading
By Kathy Williams, Features Editor The Super Bowl halftime show is one of the most highly anticipated performances annually. In the midst of socially distant celebrations across America, the show provides additional entertainment amongst chicken wings, snacks and fanfare. With the COVID-19 pandemic still rampant in the United States, restrictions were implemented for players, fans… Keep Reading
By Julianna Misenheimer, Contributing Writer Celebrity dating drama is not a new development within the music industry. Taylor Swift knows that better than anyone. Witnessing such drama is an American rite of passage, and for Generation Z, this baptism is delivered at the hands of Olivia Rodrigo. Since the release of Rodrigo’s new single “drivers… Keep Reading
By Emilie Weinbeck, Features Assignment Editor On Sunday, Americans watched the most decorated quarterback in National Football League history, Tom Brady, and the most exciting young quarterback in the NFL, Patrick Mahomes, play in the 2021 Super Bowl. Whether a person paid attention to the game or not, viewers can all agree that every year… Keep Reading
By Margaret DeMarco, Contributing Writer Cardi B is starting the new year off right with her new song “Up,” as it sits at number two on iTunes’ Global Top 100 chart within its first week. Not only did the song soar to the top of the charts immediately, it also quickly became a viral video… Keep Reading
By Kelsey Purcell, Staff Writer The nominees for the 78th annual Golden Globe Awards were released on Feb. 3. Due to the pandemic, the Hollywood Foreign Press Associate had to virtually announce the nominations. Netflix dominated both the television and film categories, receiving 42 total nominations: 22 film and 20 television. “Emily in Paris,” “The… Keep Reading
By Bryce Kelly Tom Brady is the greatest quarterback of all time. End of discussion. As a Bills fan, it pains me to say this. Brady dominated the Buffalo Bills during his time in New England. However, he has dominated everybody. Brady has a record of 230-69 – a winning rate of 74%. Brady has… Keep Reading
By Mike Polce On Sept. 25, singer, rapper, and actor Machine Gun Kelly released a pop-punk album titled Tickets to My Downfall, produced by Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker. Upon the release of the album, many questioned whether or not MGK could bring back this genre of music. Some believed that his previous “hardcore” rap style… Keep Reading
By Dominic Gismondi With President Joe Biden now a reality, it is important to remember his call for unity at the inauguration. He said, “With the campaign over, it’s time to put the anger and the harsh rhetoric behind us and come together as a nation… It’s time for America to unite. And to heal.”… Keep Reading
By Andrew Kruszka How does a guy with 13 wins, two playoff wins, a 6-0 division record and first place in his division for the first time since 1995 not win coach of the year? Yes, that is correct because the guy who had 11 wins, zero playoff wins, a 3-3 division record and placing… Keep Reading
By Tucker Reilly, News Assignment Editor St. Bonaventure University’s mock trial team has achieved a string of successes to begin the new year. The team finished in fourth place at the Bonaventure-hosted Friar Faceoff Tournament on Jan. 30-31 and took fifth place at AMTA Regional Tournament 1-D on Feb. 5-7 – earning a bid to… Keep Reading
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… Keep Reading
By Will Poladian, Contributing Writer With COVID-19 still an issue in the world, St. Bonaventure University decided to change the original spring semester calendar. A press release released on Oct. 15, 2020, by Dr. Dennis DePerro, President of St. Bonaventure University, addressed the change. “Because of the need to control travel again to mitigate the… Keep Reading
By Madeleine Girad, Contributing Writer The time has yet again come to put down your deposit to secure your spot in the housing lottery. But for many freshmen, this process could be confusing. To place your deposit, go to www.sbu.edu/roomdeposit. Here, students can pay the $200 to secure their spot in the lottery, but don’t… Keep Reading