The history of the softball program
Photo: St. Bonaventure Athletics BY NATHAN DONNELLY, CONTRIBUTING WRITER When the St. Bonaventure University softball team formed in 1988, Molly Quattrone took … Keep Reading
Frosty flakes falling
Kevin Bradley Staff Writer As we enter into the final stretch of the semester, we all begin to feel the drastic change in life at St. Bonaventure. The air turns frigid, noses start to run and we are hit with wave after wave of snowy blizzards that turn our school into a barren white… Keep Reading
Letter to the Editor: Message from SGA
Greetings, One week ago, a group of students at the University of Missouri banded together in solidarity to protest inaction in the face of oppression. The students courageously stood up to administrators who refused to acknowledge that they were contributing to a climate of inequality and discrimination. The University of Missouri has reaffirmed our commitment… Keep Reading
Bona’s third open house draws 100 prospective students to university
Last Saturday, the St. Bonaventure community welcomed over 100 prospective students and families to attend the third open house, hosted by the Bonaventure admissions staff, according to Christina Sutphen, associate director of admissions. Admissions planned three larger open house events this fall, compared to the two last fall. For the last open house, admissions collaborated… Keep Reading
Bona’s community responds to recent terrorist attacks in Paris and Beirut
By Julia Mericle and Rachel Konieczny News Editor and News Assignment Editor At a moment of reflection in response to the recent terrorist attacks on Paris and Beirut, Father Michael Calabria, O.F.M., director of the center for Arabic and Islamic studies at St. Bonaventure, told the audience that diversity is no accident. “There is clearly… Keep Reading
Stylists behind the stars
By Simone Robinson Staff Writer A glimpse of the geniuses behind the some of the current fashion icons in Hollywood: Zendaya—Stylist, Luxury Lawson aka Law Roach Behind American singer and model Zendaya’s strikingly beautiful style Zendaya is none other than Luxury Lawson aka Law Roach. Lawson, who has an undoubtedly keen eye for fashion,… Keep Reading
Singers and pianists impress at recital
By Lauren Zazzara Features Editor The SBU Piano and Vocal Studios and Chamber Singers beautifully serenaded their friends, family and community who filled the Rigas Family Theater in the Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts on Sunday. The recital featured both pianists and vocalists who performed a wide variety of pieces from different time… Keep Reading
Bonas ROTC adopts platoon of soliders
By Brandon Chin Contributing Writer Most high school seniors enroll into college, but far less enlist into the United States Army, said ROTC members. The Adopt a 10th Mountain Platoon Program is a fundraiser event that has been occurring at Bonaventure since Nov. 13. It was hosted in collaboration with the Olean Lions Club to… Keep Reading
Hochul talks Enough is Enough campaign
By Ethan Kibbe And Julia Mericle Sports Editor and News Editor Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul visited campus last Friday to discuss New York State’s Enough is Enough initiative, held in conjunction with Title IX training to combat sexual assault on college campuses. The state’s website describes the initiative as “a new, uniform sexual assault policy… Keep Reading
Faculty chats for change
By Rachel Konieczny News Assignment Editor Two years ago, John Stevens went to an Association of Franciscan Colleges and Universities (AFCU) conference with several people from St. Bonaventure and the University of St. Francis in Joliet (Illinois), giving him the idea for a discussion group on campus. Stevens formed Franc Chats, a group, he said,… Keep Reading
Bieber changes his tune on new album
Justin Bieber won’t be saying “Sorry” to fans any time soon. The 21 year old released his new album “Purpose” on Nov. 13, showing fans his clear transition from childhood star to polished adult artist. “Purpose” is notably more mature than any music Bieber’s released before. He went from singing bubbly teenage-pop music to creating… Keep Reading
Police investigate students in alleged assault
By Amelia Kibbe Editor-In-Chief Two St. Bonaventure students continue to be under investigation Wednesday in an alleged early Sunday morning assault of a woman in a parking lot of a West Main Street bar, said Village of Allegany Chief of Police Dominic Papasergi. As of Wednesday, the woman had not pressed any charges, said Papasergi.… Keep Reading
Professors from Bonaventure: Carole McNall
Many journalism students know her as the engaging professor full of “shameless plugs.” However, Carole McNall, assistant professor of journalism and mass communication, originally planned to attend Syracuse University until falling in love with Bonaventure during her first visit to campus. “My guidance counselor said, ‘Have you looked at St. Bonaventure’s journalism program?’ and I… Keep Reading
Carol for charity
St. Bonaventure University’s Garret Theater will host a performance of “A Christmas Carol” to benefit the Warming House, the nation’s oldest student-run soup kitchen, at 7:30 p.m. on Dec. 5. This interpretation of “A Christmas Carol” was adapted and will be performed by Ed. Simone, Ph.D., the director of the theater program. Simone will be… Keep Reading
Not just turkey
By Marissa McCall Contributing Writer It’s almost that time of year again to take a short break from schoolwork and enjoy stuffing and turkey with family. Thanksgiving is rich in tradition, dating back to the Pilgrims and the Native Americans giving thanks for their blessings. Victoria Soler, a sophomore political science major, said her family… Keep Reading
Hockey team ready to return home
Losses are beginning to pile up for the club hockey team as St. Bonaventure fell again last weekend, losing to Binghamton 7-4. The defeat marked the team’s fourth consecutive loss. The Bearcats jumped out to an early lead, and after the first 20 minutes of play, the Bonnies trailed 3-0. However, after a goal by… Keep Reading
Swimmers win at home
By Mikael Desanto Contributing Writer The St. Bonaventure men’s swimming and diving team took on the Canisius Golden Griffins this past weekend in the Reilly Center on senior night. The Bonnies picked up the victory in the matchup, outscoring the Golden Griffins by 38 points, 135 to 107. Senior Gregg Byrne said he can see… Keep Reading
Women swimmers beat Canisius
By Mikael Desanto Contributing Writer The St. Bonaventure women’s swimming and diving team swam its senior meet this past weekend and came away with a 73-point victory over the Canisius Golden Griffins. “We performed very well,” senior Tanja Kirmse said. “There were lots of impressive swims, and although everyone was tired from all the practices,… Keep Reading
Women fall to DePaul
By Jonathan Sawyer Assistant Sports Editor The Bonnies won in commanding fashion in their home opener and in the first round of the pre-season Women’s National Invitational Tournament (WNIT) on Friday Nov. 13, against the Siena Saints, 57-40. On Sunday, the Bonnies visited the number 22 team in the nation, the DePaul Blue Demons in… Keep Reading
NCAA season gets underway for contenders
By Nick Konotopskyj Sports Assignment Editor One season ago, there was a clear number one team in college basketball. However, those spectators who heavily favored Kentucky Wildcats did not end up winning it all come the end of March. The Duke Blue Devils are the reigning National Champions with this being the fifth title Head… Keep Reading
Silenced in Syracuse
By Nick Konotopskyj Sports Assignment Editor “Every game is meaningful.” It is a phrase that is often used by head coaches all across the country to show how they won’t let up against any team. However, some games and some opponents just bring more emotion and more significance. For the Bonnies, that opponent is the… Keep Reading