By Annie Riley Staff Writer Four St. Bonaventure journalism and mass communication majors attended the Communications conference in Ellenville, N.Y. last weekend to present their papers on “How the mass communications industry portrays American’s First Ladies.” The New York State Communication Association (NYSCA) held the conference. NYSCA is an organization of faculty, students and professionals… Keep Reading
By Kristie Schiefer Assistant News Editor In an attempt to spark female interest in technology, the Department of Computer Science will hold its 11th annual Girls Day from 9 a.m to 3 p.m. on Nov. 10 for girls in grades six through eight from local area schools. According to Dalton Hunkins, Computer Science professor, Girls… Keep Reading
By Matthew Laurrie Features Assignment Editor St. Bonaventure’s Student Life Division devised a program over the summer to reduce the number of alcohol and drug related incidents on campus in the coming year, and raise awareness about making responsible choices. The result was the launch of a campus-wide campaign called Life: It’s Up to You.… Keep Reading
By Nate West News Assignment Editor The first of two phases of construction on Bonaventure Square are estimated to begin in the spring of 2013, taking about 18 months to complete phase 1, said Brenda McGee, Senior Vice President for Finance and Administration. Kinley Corporation has been hired as the project developer and contractor according… Keep Reading
By Mary Best Managing Editor A flood in Garrett Theater has postponed set work for SBU Theater’s upcoming production of “Knowing and Un-knowing.” Phil Winger, associate vice president for facilities, said the maintenance department discovered the damage upon returning to campus last Wednesday after midterm break. The water damaged some AV equipment and warped the… Keep Reading
By Emily Carson News Editor The Campus Activities Board (CAB) is sponsoring a trip to Toronto on Nov. 18 to see former Bonnie Andrew Nicholson play as a professional athlete with his new team, the Orlando Magic. Tickets cost $25 for students, which include both the ticket to the game and the bus ride. “The… Keep Reading
By Alexandra Salerno Editor-In-Chief Safety and Security works with Maintenance and the Wellness Center to deal with wildlife problems on campus, according to Vito Czyz, director of safety and security. Czyz wants students to be prepared when coming in contact with animals on campus. “Generally, security receives the report, and we consult maintenance depending on… Keep Reading
By Emily Carson News Editor Changes have been made to printers on campus to better accommodate students. Michael Hoffman, executive director of information technology, said students can now print documents from their own computers by using either a web page to print a document or by installing the device driver on their computer. Hoffman said… Keep Reading
By Heather Monahan Assistant Features Editor On Tuesday students sampled cuisine from all of the places to eat on campus. For two dollars, students could try favorite foods from the Rathskeller, RC Cafe, Cafe LaVerna, Francis Dining Hall and Clubhouse Restaurant in the Rathskeller from 6-8 p.m. Taste of Bonaventure, an event put on by… Keep Reading
By Kristie Schiefer Assistant News Editor Two new counselors joined the St. Bonaventure University Wellness Center staff to take over for counselors who left to pursue other interests. The leave of Stacey Farris and Mary Buono created a scramble for the Wellness Center to transition the other counselors in, Keener said. “Some students were unhappy… Keep Reading
By Nate West News Assignment Editor The Student Government Association (SGA) hosted its first cleanup of the year, from 1 to 3 p.m., Sunday all across campus SGA Executive Board President Cody Clifford was happy with the turn out. “We had 15 people show up, which I think is great since it was our first… Keep Reading
By Nate West News Assignment Editor WSBU-FM 88.3, The Buzz held the first of three viewing parties for the presidential debates between President Barack Obama and Mass. Gov. Mitt Romney Wednesday in the Murphy Auditorium. Bryan Clark, news director, said his motivation for organizing the event is providing St. Bonaventure students the opportunity to become… Keep Reading
By Annie Riley Contributing Writer After a nationwide search, St. Bonaventure hired Sharon T. Burke as Human Resources director. Burke will begin her new job in the Human Resources employment service on Nov 1. As Human Resources director, Burke will be in charge of managing and supporting the faculty and academics. Burke has spent the… Keep Reading
By Nate West Assistant News Editor Business First has named eight Bonaventure alumni to its 40 under Forty list. The list celebrates 40 of Western New York’s rising leaders. Donna Quigley, ’99, Erik Bohen, ’04, Jennifer Westerholt, ‘10, Richard Campbell, ‘02, Philip Pantano, ’96, Jeff Connors, ’02, Matthew Keller, ’02, and Edward Kosmoski, 02,… Keep Reading
By Emily Carson News Editor Several clubs are holding voter registration drives on campus next week, in an effort to get students to register and participate in November’s presidential election. College Democrats and Republicans, Black Student Union (BSU), Model U.N. and Residence Life are running the drives, according to Dr. Benjamin Gross, visiting assistant professor… Keep Reading
By Elizabeth Grady Promotions Editor Approximately 80 people a day are diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes in the U.S., according to the American Diabetes Association. At this rate, it would take 25 days for the entire St. Bonaventure student body to get the disease. St. Bonaventure’s women’s softball team continues to devote itself to the… Keep Reading
By Nate West News Assignment Editor University Ministries is sponsoring Faith, Politics and Culture, a series of programs that discuss religion in politics. The first event will be held on Monday, Oct. 1 at 4 p.m. in the University Chapel. “Good Life Choice: The Formation of Conscience in the Catholic Franciscan Tradition” will feature guest… Keep Reading
By Annie Riley Contributing Writer The annual Mountain Auction to benefit Mt. Irenaeus will be held this year on Saturday, Nov. 3 in Doyle Hall. This is the 12th year Mt. Irenaeus will have hosted this event. Silent auctions will feature more than 200 gifts to bid, including multiple getaways to Little Oak Island in… Keep Reading
By Kristie Schiefer Assistant News Editor Mike Davis, founder of Hamtown Farms, spoke to a group of 40 students and faculty members about his urban farming project in Walsh Ampitheater at 4:30 pm Wednesday afternoon. Davis, a Hamtramck, MI native, came up with the idea of Hamtown Farms when he would pass vacant city… Keep Reading
By Nate West News Assignment Editor The American Cancer Society says over 11 million people in the U.S. spell out alone are battling cancer. BonaResponds is trying to spread a little cheer to those affected. On Saturday, Sept. 29, BonaResponds will be hosting Warm Snuggly Blankets. Students meet at the Damietta Center and make blankets… Keep Reading