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
Game recap: Men’s basketball defeats Mansfield
The St. Bonaventure men’s basketball team won its season opener today in an exhibition game against Mansfield University, with the Bonnies defeating the Mountaineers by a score of 108-48. Junior Denzel Gregg led the way for the Bonnies, netting 23 points. Senior Dion Wright had 11 points as well as eight rebounds. “I think we… Keep Reading
Swimmers take on conference rivals in Ohio
By Mikael Desanto Contributing Writer The St. Bonaventure University men’s and women’s swimming and diving teams hit the pool this past weekend at the Spire Institute in Geneva, Ohio. The men swam against La Salle and Saint Louis, while the women took on those two schools as well as Duquesne. “I feel that our whole… Keep Reading
Ruggers fall to Union in first state game
By Jonathan Sawyer Assistant Sports Editor Saturday was a disappointing day for the women’s rugby team as it fell short of reaching the second round of states, losing to Union College 19-37. But the Bonnies played one of their hardest games, said senior fullback Jusette Joseph. “Within the first half, two of our players were… Keep Reading
Men’s soccer loses on senior night
By Dominic LoVallo Staff Writer This past Saturday, the St. Bonaventure men’s soccer team lost to the Saint Louis University (SLU) Billikens by a score of 1-0. This was the Bonnies’ final home game of the season. The team celebrated the play of six seniors in front of the home crowd. Freshman Anthony Sileo said… Keep Reading
Season ends with loss
By Gavin Lindahl Staff writer With senior night past, tournament dreams quelled and the last bit of administrative work being hemmed up, the women’s soccer team’s 2015 campaign is over. The squad finished Sunday with a match against St. Joseph’s University. Coming off a two-to-nil victory against Richmond University, the Bonnies were unable to ride… Keep Reading
Four coat alternatives
By Simone Robinson Contributing Writer Contrary to popular belief, coats aren’t the only outerwear made for fall. There is a whole variety of alternatives that’ll keep you warm and stylish on those chilly evenings. Vest A vest is the top must-have alternative piece for your wardrobe. It’s versatility in weight and style provides enough… Keep Reading
Quartet gets jazzy
By Andrea Fernandez Associate Editor The soothing sounds of jazz filled the Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts on Wednesday night as The Dave Schiavone Quartet took the stage. The performers blew the audience away with the sounds of the saxophone, and everyone tapped their feet to the beat of the drum… Keep Reading
Visiting poet’s work affected by autopsy
“I feel far away, but I’ll try to bring you closer.” These are some of the first words visiting poet Rob Halpern said Tuesday night in the Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts Loft. He stood at the front of the room wearing dark jeans and a flannel, clearly ready for a casual night.… Keep Reading
Day of the dead celebration
By Caitlyn Morral Staff Writer St. Bonaventure is celebrating Latin American culture this month in honor of Día de los Muertos, or “Day of the Dead.” In the Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts, an Ofrenda altar, or a private altar for loved ones who have passed on, will be installed until next… Keep Reading
Professors from Bonaventure: Lauren Matz
By Lauren Zazzara Features Editor In high school, Lauren Matz, read Thomas Merton’s autobiography “The Seven Storey Mountain.” Matz, Ph.D, an English professor who attended St. Bonaventure, said she knew Merton had taught at Bonaventure. “I was interested in connecting up my recollections of St. Bonaventure University with what he was saying in his… Keep Reading
Mt. Irenaeus staff to host auction Saturday
By Caitlyn Morral Staff Writer Mt. Irenaeus is hosting its 15th annual auction at the Premier Banquet Center, where ticket holders will have the opportunity to bid on a variety of items. The auction, scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 7, is an event in which members of the community can come together and support the… Keep Reading
Taste of Asia
By Lian Bunny Photo Editor The Bonaventure community can enjoy Indian food, culture and a little bit of drama at the upcoming Asia Students in Action (ASIA) dance team performance. ASIA is a St. Bonaventure club whose goal is to integrate Asian culture into American culture and to increase cultural awareness on campus,… Keep Reading
The CPRC hosts internship summit honoring students
The Career and Professional Readiness Center (CPRC) hosted its annual Internship Summit on Tuesday, Nov. 3. The event featured a keynote speaker, recognized the winners of the Intern Spotlight competition and provided students with networking and self-awareness information. The CPRC recognized the Intern Spotlight winners, including Emily Rosman, an intern at ABC’s “The Chew,”;Adelyn Graf,… Keep Reading
Community walks to combat hunger
This Saturday, students, faculty and members of surrounding communities gathered for the annual Hunger Walk in an effort to raise money for the less fortunate. The Embrace it Africa club (an on-campus 501c(3) charity) holds this event to support Bethlehem Parent’s School & Orphanage in Uganda and local hunger groups. Participants gathered near the John… Keep Reading
Boersma recieves Augustine fellowship
By Julia Mericle News Editor Gerald Boersma, Ph.D., recently accepted the Patricia H. Imbesi Saint Augustine Fellowship of Villanova University. Boersma will spend next semester at Villanova University working on a book project on Augustine’s theology of the beatific vision. The assistant professor of theology said the well-known fellowship, which is offered to an outstanding… Keep Reading
Women’s studies hosts panel focused on healthcare careers
By Rachel Koneiczny News Assignment Editor The women’s studies program sponsored the panel discussion “Women Building Communities” Wednesday, Nov. 4, featuring speakers Rev. Kim Rossi, Athena Godet-Calogeras and Salwat Malik, M.D. Alva Cellini, Ph.D., director of the women’s studies program, said the speakers are professionals in different areas and reinforce the theme of globalization. “I… Keep Reading
Partnership offers reduced price flights to Pittsburgh
By Alexis Young Contributing Writer Last week, St. Bonaventure announced a new partnership with Sun Air Express Airlines. This will expand the Bona Bubble, enabling more Bonnies to travel to Pittsburgh. Thanks to the work of Cameron Myers, the general manager of Bonnies Sports Properties, students, faculty and staff will now be able to book… Keep Reading
St.Bona.Venue initiative plans to host events to attract new visitors
By Julia Mericle News Editor St.Bona.Venue, an initiative of the Office of Events and Conferences, plans to attract more people to campus through venue rentals, leadership and professional development, conferences, speaker series, concerts and camps, according to Jennifer Pulver, event sales and marketing manager. “We don’t want Bonaventure to be as removed, to be set… Keep Reading
Hero of the year candidate to visit Bona’s
By Shannon West Staff Writer t. Bonaventure will host a CNN 2015 Hero of the Year candidate Dec. 7. Students are encouraged to vote for Maggie Doyne for CNN’s 2015 Hero of the Year. Students can vote once a day through Nov. 15. If Doyne wins the vote, her organization, the BlinkNow Foundation, will receive… Keep Reading
Students travel to faith conference
Three St. Bonaventure students attended a faith conference, Agape Latte, at Boston College on Nov. 3 and 4 in order to learn more about the conference so that it may come to Bonaventure. According to conference attendee Jessica Laursen, junior journalism and mass communication major, the program started in 2006 and occurs monthly at the… Keep Reading