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Students Find Comfort in Volunteering

Photo of two cats at the SPCA Photo courtesy of Carina Jachlewski Photo of Carina Jachlewski with Biscuit, dog in photo Photo courtesy of Carina Jachlewski BY: CHRIS DOODY, CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) in Cattaraugus County, is a private, non-profit, charity animal shelter and was founded in 1905.… Keep Reading

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Follow Up From “A Rude Awakening in Francis Hall”

Cold snowy night outside of Francis Hall Photo courtesy of Genevieve Blumberg BY: GENEVIEVE BLUMBERG, STAFF WRITER The cause of the repeated fire alarms in Francis Hall on Jan. 30 between midnight and 3 a.m. was traced to the lack of a heating system in Serra House, the building attached to the west end of… Keep Reading

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Clearing up the “Housing Crisis” at St. Bonaventure

Devereux Hall and other university buildings Photo courtesy of The Bona Venture Archive BY: DANIELLE CLARK, STAFF WRITER As housing selection approaches, some St. Bonaventure University students remain concerned about last year’s housing process, when some students did not receive assignments until late summer.    Ursula Herz, director of residence life, said that there was no… Keep Reading

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A Rude Awakening

Cold snowy night outside of Francis Hall Photo courtesy of Genevieve Blumberg BY: GENEVIEVE BLUMBERG, STAFF WRITER  On Thursday, Jan. 29 at 12:30 a.m. fire alarms sounded off through Francis Hall, causing students to evacuate the building in 5-degree temperatures.    Alarms stopped and started at random times throughout the night. When the first alarm went… Keep Reading

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Thanksgiving at Mt. Irenaeus

The House of Peace at Mt. Irenaeus Photo courtesy of Natalie Pronio BY: DANIELLE CLARK, STAFF WRITER Mt. Irenaeus is hosting their annual Thanksgiving dinner on Nov. 23. The event, hosted by University Ministries and the Mt. Irenaeus community, gives students a chance to cook, relax and spend the day together at The Mountain. Ministry… Keep Reading

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SBU Takes on Winter Weather

Car covered in snow outside of the Central Receiving parking lot on Dec. 3, 2024 Photo courtesy of Chris Doody BY: CHRIS DOODY, CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF   The winter weather has started at St. Bonaventure University with the first snowfall last week, followed by multiple days of snow.     “I collaborate with the Director of Facilities, Mr. Jared Smith, when… Keep Reading

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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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