Netflix home screen on TV in dorm room Photo courtesy of Evan Young BY: LEAH ANSON, OPINION WRITER Nothing beats the comfort of watching your favorite TV show. Whether you’re watching them cuddled up on the couch or eating a warm meal, these shows are simply unmatched. They help us decompress and make us feel… Keep Reading
Student frustrated after registering for classes Photo courtesy of Sawyer Burke BY: LEAH ANSON, OPINION WRITER Spring 2026 registration began on Oct. 31, leaving many Bonaventure students in a panic over class sizes and the limited number of sections for required courses. Some essential courses fill up before registration even begins, while others are only… Keep Reading
BY: ROBERT MCCALL, OPINION WRITER In students’ lives today, social media plays a major role in shaping how we make decisions, communicate, and structure our daily routines. Many people think social media poses detrimental risks, yet there are benefits people tend to overlook as well. Dr. Benjamin Gross, Associate Professor of Sociology and Criminology at… Keep Reading
Last year Bonaventure waited until Dec. 3 for the tree lighting Photo courtesy of Jack McCann BY: LEAH ANSON, STAFF OPINION WRITER It’s beginning to look a lot like… maybe Christmas? The holiday seasons have officially started for some students on campus, whether it’s listening to Christmas music or just being in the holiday spirit.… Keep Reading
Three dollars found in pocket. Photo courtesy of Leah Anson BY: LEAH ANSON, OPINION WRITER Money — what every college student needs. The instant excitement of finding a dollar on the ground or in an unexpected coat pocket is scientifically proven to boost someone’s mood. So, what specifically does finding money trigger in the brain?… Keep Reading
BY: ROBERT MCCALL, OPINION WRITER In today’s world, video games have become a highly contested topic. Games like Clash Royale, Wordle, Fortnite and Minecraft all impact our health to some degree. As children, people saw video games as a detriment to our health; however, what if video games actually helped you? While many of us… Keep Reading
Photo from Wikimedia Commons BY: COLIN BISH/ STAFF WRITER 40. Defensive end Aidan Hutchinson, Michigan In recent years, no player has screamed “Michigan Wolverine” more than Hutchinson. Hailing from the small town of Plymouth, Michigan, Hutchinson committed to the Wolverines in 2018. He played sparingly in his freshman season, but came back to show major… Keep Reading
Jack Shea and Kaylee Grace Photo Courtesy of Kaylee Grace BY JACK SHEA AND KAYLEE GRACE [Editor’s note: Jack Shea and Kaylee Grace are running for 2025-26 SGA executive president and SGA executive vice president. They are challenging incumbents Emma Gavazzi and Ben Vitale.] We are concerned about the recent decision by the Student Government… Keep Reading
Ben Vitale and Emma Gavazzi Photo courtesy of Emma Gavazzi BY EMMA GAVAZZI AND BEN VITALE [Editor’s note: Incumbents Emma Gavazzi and Ben Vitale are being challenged by Jack Shea and Kaylee Grace for 2025-26 SGA executive president and SGA executive vice president.] Just as the United States government has judicial, legislative and executive branches,… Keep Reading
Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons BY COLIN BISH, STAFF WRITER 50. Quarterback A.J. McCarron, Alabama Alabama hasn’t had the best success in producing quarterbacks competent at the NFL level, especially recently. But they have a long, storied history of signal callers: Joe Namath, Ken Stabler, Bart Starr, etc. The most successful during their time at… Keep Reading
BY: COLIN BISH, STAFF WRITER 60. Tight end Brock Bowers, Georgia From the moment Bowers stepped foot in Athens, you could tell he was going to be special. The native of Napa, California made an immediate impact for Georgia’s national championship squad in 2021. He caught 56 passes for 882 yards and 13 touchdowns, one… Keep Reading
BY: SCOTT SACKETT, JANDOLI SCHOOL LECTURER Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons In a visit to the Dachau concentration camp near Munich, Germany last week, U.S. Vice President JD Vance solemnly addressed a group of dignitaries after meeting a survivor. Beneath a dank gray sky reflecting the emotional undertones of the occasion, Vance said, “I’ve read… Keep Reading
BY: COLIN BISH, STAFF WRITER Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons 70. Running back Blake Corum, Michigan Corum’s small stature never deterred his confidence, as he dominated for Baltimore’s premier high school football program, St. Frances Academy. Corum committed to Michigan, where he saw little activity amid a COVID-shortened season. 2021 saw the native of Marshall,… Keep Reading
BY: LILLY GOODMAN, STAFF WRITER Album cover from albumoftheyear.org The Weeknd’s new sixth studio album, “Hurry Up Tomorrow,” packs every powerful punch his September single lacked. Loaded with popular names, such as Playboi Carti and Future, “Hurry Up Tomorrow” features 22 tracks. With a run time of nearly an hour and a half, each song… Keep Reading
BY: COLIN BISH, STAFF WRITER Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons 80. Offensive tackle Penei Sewell, Oregon Born in the small village of Malaeimi in American Samoa, Penei Sewell’s family moved to St. George, Utah, when Penei was 12 years old. He would attend Desert Hills High School before committing to play at the University of… Keep Reading
BY: HANNAH WEST, STAFF WRITER Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons Out of the three country categories at the GRAMMY Awards, Beyoncé questionably won two and was nominated for all three. Her “country” album, “COWBOY CARTER,” was, in fact, very popular. It surpassed 1 billion streams last year and broke the record for the most streams… Keep Reading
LILLY GOODMAN, STAFF WRITER Album Cover from albumoftheyear.com “Lana” — written as a deluxe to SZA’s “SOS” — is an album defined by striking contrasts. Its highs soar to breathtaking heights while the lows do not detract from the overall brilliance. SZA’s 15-track sophomore album, “Lana,” was released on Dec. 20, 2024, marking a milestone… Keep Reading
COLIN BISH, STAFF WRITER Photo: Wikimedia Commons If you’re here from Part 1, welcome back! If you’re just now jumping in, this is part two of my series, where I rank the 100 best college football players from 2010 to 2023. But before reading this, I suggest reading Part 1, which you can find here.… Keep Reading
COLIN BISH, STAFF WRITER Photo: WIkimedia Commons In one of the most extensive and in-depth pieces I have ever written, I will be naming my top 100 college football players since 2010. However, I’d like to note a couple of things before I begin. First, although this is a small notice, I will not include… Keep Reading
BY: LILLY GOODMAN, STAFF WRITER Photo courtesy of Joseph DeBell / Opinion Editor for The Bona Venture Although playlists and singles dominate modern music, the album format remains a timeless and irreplaceable medium for storytelling. In an era dominated by streaming platforms and digital downloads, some might wonder if the album format no longer has… Keep Reading