Medical Emergencies Response Team, MERT, is an on-campus emergency response service that ensures Bonnies’ urgent medical care when they need it. Currently, the chief of MERT is Christian Kostowniak, a senior biology major, and the assistant chief is Hamaad Khan, a junior psychology major, among a number of officers. This club offers a unique experience,…
Should universities cancel in honor of past and present presidents? High schools and workplaces around the country closed Monday for Presidents Day. While recognized by schools and companies, it seems most universities did not cancel classes for the day. In many articles online, college students have discussed the concern about not having the holiday off.…
I watched a really cool Ted Talk this week about honeybees a BonaResponds leader sent to me. He said I would enjoy it, and he was right. In fact, I have found myself thinking of it repeatedly over the past few days. We probably all know honeybees have had a rough time. Bee experts suggest…
When first watching the eight-episode television comedy “Russian Doll,” viewers wouldn’t think of how the show depicts gender roles. However, as you look deeper into the main character’s position, it becomes clearer. It’s hard to find a show that is centered around a woman’s perspective and uses the male characters the same way female characters…
With spring just weeks away, fashion trends will be throwing away boring, dark tones and welcoming the bright and vibrant. Spring fashion brings in fun patterns, pastel colors and everything it can to make your wardrobe happy again. When a new season approaches, there are always going to be new trends. This coming spring there…
2017 movie still prevalent in race discussions Portraying the struggles that African Americans currently face can be a challenge, especially in today’s political climate. This is especially true for the media, as misinterpreting these struggles can cause immediate outcry from audience. The film portrays racism through real encounters and extreme circumstances. One of the first…
Adriane Spencer is a crucial member in leveling the academic playing fields for students, providing accommodations and a welcoming ear for anyone who needs it. She has been a member of the St. Bonaventure community since her time as an undergraduate student. She received her undergraduate degree in elementary education, along with a master’s degree…
Celebrities strut their stuff on the red carpet The 61st Annual Grammy Awards ceremony was held Sunday at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, hosted by Alicia Keys. The red carpet is known for the most extravagant, beautiful and elegant gowns worn by the top names in music. Artists walked the red carpet like Lady…
Valentine’s Day is assumed to only celebrate romantic love. Why can’t it be about self-love, too? Make your Valentine’s Day about spoiling your wonderful self. An awesome way to love yourself is to take a day for relaxation. For some, there is nothing more relaxing than putting on a rejuvenating face mask and getting your…
A few weeks ago, both Netflix and Hulu brought their renditions of the doomed luxury music festival, Fyre Festival, to their respective platforms only a few days apart from each other. Which one is worth the watch and the other one, well, on fyre? Billy McFarland, CEO of Fyre Media Inc., and rapper Ja Rule…
Philip Edward Fisher comes to the Regina A. Quick Center Coming up this Sunday is a well-known event on campus and in Olean – the WNY Chamber Orchestra. The show is titled “Ebony and Ivory.” Tickets have sold out in previous years, so it’s not unexpected that the excitement has been growing the past few…
An emotionally raw album putting Grande’s past on blast Emotionally fueled to straight-up sexual, Ariana Grande’s latest album filled listeners’ ears with whatever antidote they needed to escape and improve their daily lives. Grande dropped her newest album “thank u, next,” titled after her first single released off the record, at midnight on Friday. The…
St. Bonaventure has many clubs and extracurriculars offered, and one of the newer editions to campus is the American Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (ASBMB) Student Chapter. The club has recently celebrated its one-year anniversary as it came into fruition in the 2018 spring semester. “The goal of the ASBMB Student Chapter is to…
By Jenna Cosentino Staff Writer It’s so hard getting dressed for the day when your weather app says it is 3 degrees outside. We all fall into the trap of throwing on a giant sweatshirt, cozy sweatpants and winter boots. Now, there is nothing wrong with wearing cozy sweats, but you can spice…
By Anastasia Smith Features Assignment Editor College students and coffee go together. Whether it be to stay on top of a busy schedule or to squeeze a few more hours into an a late night, students often turn to coffee for that extra push. At SBU, there’s a variety of locations to get a…
By Faith Topolski Staff Writer There are many clubs on campus that are well known, however, there are others that offer unique and interesting opportunities that may not always get the recognition they deserve. One of those clubs is the Model United Nations organization, which is not only a club, but a class as…
By Kelly Haberstroh Editor-In-Chief In honor of World Youth Day, University Ministries sponsored a trip to Washington D.C., allowing 18 students, including myself, to celebrate Panama in the Capital. On Jan. 26, we participated in events ran by The Catholic University of America. Throughout the day, we could attend forums by influential religious figures…
By Ethan Pochop Contributing Writer On Nov. 20, Martin Vogt released his album titled “Panorama” under the artist name Haywyre. This album will mark his eighth EP release to date. In the past, Vogt has released music that was more along the lines of early dubstep. Now, in his new EP, each song switches…
By Natalie Forster Managing Editor With a countdown clock on Instagram and on YouTube, fans anxiously waited until midnight on Jan. 18 for Ariana Grande to release her newest single, “7 Rings.” “7 Rings” is set to the tune of “My Favorite Things” from The Sound of Music, with a more hip-hop twist on…
By Anastasia Smith Features Assignment Editor Many college students will agree that one of the hardest parts of leaving home is departing from pets. Pets are loyal companions and increase hormones, such as serotonin and dopamine, in the human brain, particularly dogs and cats. However, college dormitories aren’t suitable for the typical domestic pet. Some…
