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OPINION/Staff Editorial

Romney is running for office once again

By Jack Panek, Contributing Writer The former presidential candidate Mitt Romney is back in the political arena and running for office. Last week, Romney, former governor of Massachusetts, stated he would run for the United States Senate seat in Utah. Romney first ran for office in 1994 after having a very successful business career. He… Keep Reading

OPINION/Staff Editorial

An ode to Chris Wallace

By John Restuccia, Contributing Writer When I think about the news anchors I’ve seen in my lifetime, one person shines above all others with non-partisanship interviews, journalistic integrity and a genuine joy for news on one of the most partisan news networks. That man is Chris Wallace. Now when people think of Wallace, they think… Keep Reading

OPINION/Staff Editorial

Positivity needed after tragedy

By Brandon Sapienza, Staff Writer Another mass shooting has brought the heart of America to its knees as the nation mourns the loss of 17 innocent people who studied and worked at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida. As per the usual routine that begins after a tragedy like this, the blame is… Keep Reading

NEWS

#NoCasualties seeks to educate SBU

By Michael Hogan, Staff Writer There have been many calls to put an end to racial insensitivity that occurs on St. Bonaventure University’s campus, calling to action some faculty members and students. Tracy Schrems, Ph.D., a lecturer of English, led a group of students, including freshmen Ethan Pryor, Kane Jordan and Anna Giglio, to investigate… Keep Reading

OPINION/Staff Editorial

Remember the reason for V-Day

By Michelle Onofrio, Contributing Writer Valentine’s Day has now passed, and so has the day of widespread exchanging of romantic gifts. It is considered the “romance holiday” by our culture. People are often pressured into buying the “perfect gift” for their significant other, reducing the holiday to an exchange of material goods rather than an… Keep Reading

SPORTS

Women’s swim showing improvements

By Christine Walsh, Staff Writer Since the arrival of coach Brian Thomas in the spring of 2016, the St. Bonaventure women’s swim team has set nine school records between both individual events and relays. The team has been acknowledged for major improvement, especially this season. The team had significant wins against La Salle, St. Louis… Keep Reading

SPORTS/Women's basketball

Bonaventure offers new opportunities

By Morgan Hoffman, The women’s basketball team welcomed junior forward Dajah Logan to the team this year after she transferred from College of Charleston, where she played for two seasons. During her time at Charleston, Logan saw extensive playing time. But for the 5-foot 11-inch guard, the fit wasn’t right. “Being in a big city… Keep Reading

Baseball/SPORTS

Baseball heads to Florida to open up season

By Sean Mickey, Staff Writer After the St. Bonaventure men’s baseball team had its most successful season since 2008, the Bonnies look to continue their success, despite losing its three best players to the MLB draft. Coach Larry Sudbrook is proud of his athletes that made the step to professional baseball but realizes the importance… Keep Reading

SPORTS

Adams coming up big in final season

By Mike Hogan, Staff Writer The St. Bonaventure men’s basketball team is riding a seven-game win streak into its biggest game of the year. This will arguably be the team’s biggest home game at the Reilly Center in the last decade, against the 16th-ranked University of Rhode Island Rams. A big reason why the stage… Keep Reading

OPINION/Staff Editorial

Reviewing “DACA Repeal, No Big Deal” opinion

By Patrick Hauf, Staff Writer Last semester, I wrote an article titled, “DACA Repeal, No Big Deal,” where I explained that President Donald Trump’s motives for rescinding the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program as an executive order was due to its unconstitutional nature. Trump, I explained, wanted Congress to pass legislation that would ensure… Keep Reading

OPINION/Staff Editorial

Trump left in dark by Senate

By Brandon Sapienza, Staff Writer Last week, I was enjoying the newest edition of the New York Times on my iPad, like I do every day. One of the headlines I saw caught my eye, and it read, “Senate Closes Deal on Two-Year Spending Bill, Ignoring Trump.” On one hand, it is nice to see… Keep Reading

OPINION/Staff Editorial

Students upset about quad party

By Anastasia Cottone, Staff Writer Every year, students celebrate the closing of the academic year by participating in Spring Weekend festivities. With Spring Weekend around the corner, many students are enraged that the quad party, typically held in the townhouse lawn, has been cancelled by the administration. This party is an event that brings students… Keep Reading

NEWS

Students go above and beyond for Lent

By Nicholas Gallo, Staff Writer This Lenten season, some St. Bonaventure University students are committing to bettering themselves and the rest of the campus community through exceptional Lenten promises. “It’s too cheesy to give up something like candy,” said Kaylee Brabham, a junior biology and health science double major.  “Lent is supposed to be a… Keep Reading

NEWS

Community surveyed on governance

By Nicholas Gallo, Staff Writer The Shared Governance Commission sent out a survey last Friday to the St. Bonaventure University community, allowing students to express their opinions. Co-chairs of the survey, Matt King, Ph.D., assistant professor of English, and Tim Geiger, director of enterprise services, said President Dennis DePerro, Ed.D., created the commission to assess… Keep Reading

NEWS

SGA Recap

By Haylei John, SGA President The Student Government Association (SGA) has faced a number of issues and concerns that affect the student body during the past few weeks. The executive board addressed each issue with a public statement as they were brought up, and then further addressed the situations during the Feb. 1 SGA meeting.… Keep Reading

NEWS

SIMM

By Gunnar Schifley, Contributing Writer Over the course of six days, the Dow Jones Industrial Average declined 8.532 percent, the S&P 500 lost 7.795 percent and the Nasdaq also fell 7.171 percent. From Monday, Jan. 29 through Monday, Feb. 5, the market saw the first decline of the year. The sell-off of stocks in the… Keep Reading

NEWS

Canticle Farm offers culinary classes

By Landon Allison, Contributing Writer Canticle Farm and the Warming House are providing community members with the resources and skills to make healthy meals for themselves. On Saturday, Feb. 24 from 2 to 4 p.m., Canticle Farm is presenting a class on how to practice sustainable cooking. There will be a discussion over how our… Keep Reading

SPORTS

Bonds should be in the Hall of Fame

By Jeremy Castro, Sports Assignment Editor On Jan. 24, 2018, the Baseball Writers’ Association of America announced the four newest inductees to the National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, New York. Chipper Jones, Jim Thome, Vladimir Guerrero and Trevor Hoffman are all worthy to be eternally honored in the Hall of Fame. However, the… Keep Reading

SPORTS

Stockard finally making his mark

By Mike Hogan, Staff Writer Courtney Stockard is no stranger to adversity. The redshirt junior started off his collegiate basketball career at Allen Community College in Kansas and then transferred to St. Bonaventure, but missed each of the last two seasons with serious foot injuries. Finally healthy and able to contribute on the court, Stockard,… Keep Reading

OPINION

Ed Sheeran vs. Kesha: 60th Grammy Awards

By Shannon Nichols, Staff Writer Every year when the Grammys roll around, some of the most famous artists in the world come together for a spectacular event celebrating the year in music. All of these celebrities come dressed in extravagant clothing, posing for thousands of cameras before enjoying the party. However, although it is a… Keep Reading

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