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St. Bonaventure University Embraces Franciscan Values on Giving Tuesday

BY: DANIELLE CLARK, STAFF WRITER As the holiday season approaches, St. Bonaventure University’s Franciscan Center for Social Concern is preparing for its annual Giving Tuesday campaign. Giving Tuesday is a national day dedicated to giving back and supporting charitable organizations that make a difference in their communities.    “Giving Tuesday is a day of giving,” said… Keep Reading

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First Snowfall, Lasting Tradition: Snow Mass at St. Bonaventure

Fr. Steve saying mass in the Grotto shortly after midnight on Nov. 12, 2025 Photo courtesy of Chris Doody BY: CHRIS DOODY, CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF   St. Bonaventure University students gathered for Snow Mass (Midnight Mass) in the Grotto, celebrating the season’s first snow fall, shortly after midnight on Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025.    “Snow Mass was an old… Keep Reading

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Hangry Students Speak Out: Hickey is Overcrowded!

Crowded Hickey Dining Hall during common hour on Nov. 12, 2025 Photo courtesy of Chris Doody BY: CHRIS DOODY, CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF AND LILY PETERSON, STAFF WRITER    Enrollment at St. Bonaventure University has steadily increased 20% yearly since 2020; however, infrastructure has not seen many changes to adapt for the increased student body.    A recent Yik Yak… Keep Reading

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More Guests Turn to The Warming House as Food Insecurity Grows

Students working in The Warming House, December 2024 Photo courtesy of Alice Miller Nation BY: CHRIS DOODY, CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF    The Warming House saw a 123.13% increase in guests served in October compared to the start of the year. More guests are expected due to cuts with national SNAP funding, according to Alice Miller Nation, Director of… Keep Reading

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A View into the Overlooked Quick Center for the Arts 

“Learning to Fly” by Barbra Fox Photo courtesy of Avery Braswell BY: AVERY BRASWELL, STAFF WRITER    Nestled in the heart of campus, the Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts at St. Bonaventure University offers students, faculty and visitors a chance to step away from the hustle and bustle of daily life and immerse themselves… Keep Reading

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Is St. Bonaventure University Haunted?

A foggy scene of Mt. Irenaeus. Photo Courtesy of Natalie Pronio BY: CHRIS DOODY, CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF    Ghost stories at St. Bonaventure University have become a tradition that have been passed down through the generations. Some students have experienced paranormal phenomenons, others in the past have experienced professors in touch with spirits.    “In my sophomore year, I… Keep Reading

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SBU Stance on Large Language Models

“Ask Reilly” chatbot found on mysbu.edu. Photo courtesy of Chris Doody BY: CHRIS DOODY, CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF AND SAWYER BURKE, NEWS EDITOR As artificial intelligence fast-tracks its way into nearly every part of daily life, it can be difficult to determine the right time and place for its use. In particular, the domain of academics has become… Keep Reading

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Registration Tips as Students Prepare for Spring and Winter 2026 Courses 

BY: DANIELLE CLARK, STAFF WRITER Course registration begins Oct. 31 for graduate students and continues through Nov. 12 for first-years. St. Bonaventure University encourages students to plan ahead and meet with advisers before their registration times open.      Student registration priorities for spring and winter 2026 have been assigned based on credits earned, according to the… Keep Reading

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Skunks Taunt SBU Students

Edited map of St. Bonaventure University campus to show skunk sightings Original photo courtesy of sub.edu BY: CHRIS DOODY, CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF    Students and staff have repeatedly noticed skunks around St. Bonaventure University’s campus. Some have given the skunks names, others fear being sprayed, most are inconvenienced.     “A parent came up to a group of RAs and… Keep Reading

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Federal Work Study Opportunities Remain Limited for Some SBU Students

Jacob Durgala (L), 20, a sophomore sports management major and Trevor Johnston (R), 20, a junior accounting major, work the front desk at Friedsam Memorial Library Wednesday night, Oct. 22, as part of their campus work study. Photo courtesy of The Bona Venture BY: DANIELLE CLARK, STAFF WRITER    Enrollment at St. Bonaventure University steadily increased… Keep Reading

sbu safe app, photo courtesy of lily Peterson
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SBU Safe App Aims to Keep Students Protected, Connected, and Informed

SBU Safe app on iPhone Photo Courtesy of Lily Peterson BY: AVERY BRASWELL STAFF WRITER   St. Bonaventure University recently rolled out a new campus safety app, SBU Safe, that officials say is packed with features to help students get help fast, report incidents, and look out  for one another — all from the convenience of… Keep Reading

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Experts Weigh In As Bona Mostly Silent 

BY AVERY BRASWELL, STAFF WRITER The professional staff at St. Bonaventure University is not talking – at least publicly- about the backlash to the viral social media post of Student Government Association President Emma Gavazzi appearing to gloat over the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. University President Jeff Gingerich has promised disciplinary action… Keep Reading

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HEOP Returns to SBU

Group of incoming HEOP freshman and returning St. Bonaventure University students Photo courtesy of Saryiah Smith By DANIELLE CLARK, STAFF WRITER St. Bonaventure University’s Higher Education Opportunity Program (HEOP) has officially returned after a one year lapse caused by a missed filing deadline during the most recent state application cycle.  “During our previous HEOP application… Keep Reading

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New Look For Jandoli School Coming Fall 2026

BY CHRIS DOODY, CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Construction of the addition and remodel to the John J. Murphy Professional Building has begun at St. Bonaventure University.  “The plan is for Murphy to be reopened in Fall of 2026,” said Aaron Chimbel, Dean of the Jandoli School of Communications. The Murphy building will be entirely shut down and the… Keep Reading

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Bonaventure Responds to Student Visa Revocation

The Administration Building at St. Bonaventure Univerisity Photo courtesy of The Bona Venture BY DAVID SCIBILIA, MANAGING EDITOR On Tuesday morning, a St. Bonaventure University international student had their academic visa revoked. The federal government did not formally notify the university of the revocation or give a reason as to why the F-1 visa was… Keep Reading

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Murphy Construction To Start Soon 

Completion Expected in Next Two Years BY CHRIS DOODY, NEWS EDITOR The exterior of the updated Murphy building Photo courtesy of St. Bonaventure University The collaborative space for student media Photo courtesy of St. Bonaventure University The new Jandoli School online newsroom Photo courtesy of St. Bonaventure University    Construction on the upcoming addition to the… Keep Reading

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ABAG Leads Inclusive Renovation of Murphy

Fr. Stephen and Professor Scott Sackett giving a talk. Photo courtesy of Scott Sackett BY CHRIS DOODY, NEWS EDITOR    The Access and Belonging Advocacy Group is working alongside St. Bonaventure University in the remodeling of the Murphy Professional Building to ensure it’s an inclusive space.     “ABAG is dedicated to making the Jandoli School, and by… Keep Reading

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Olean Protesters Voice Opposition to Trump, Musk Policies

BY: JOSEPH DEBELL, OPINION EDITOR Photo by Joseph DeBell Protesters in the Greater Olean area joined demonstrators across the country Saturday in rallying to protest President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk — voicing opposition to government downsizing, economic policies, health care policies, perceived threats to human rights and various other issues.  Demonstrators gathered in… Keep Reading

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Bonaventure Student Has Academic Visa Revoked

BY DAVID SCIBILIA, MANAGING EDITOR Earlier this week, a St. Bonaventure University international student had their academic visa revoked by the federal government, according to today’s university announcement. The university was not formally notified of the revocation nor given a reason as to why the visa was revoked.  “Many offices at the university, including the… Keep Reading

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