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 changer is needed to get the job done for the Super Bowl
LANDON WASHBURN, CONTRIBUTING WRITER Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons In the National Football League, 48 players are dressed for game day. The most important player in the game is the quarterback. The quarterback is the player who commands the offense and leads the team. The quarterback handles the ball the most and is in charge… Keep Reading
Kanye West is a hot mess that we need to leave in the past
BY: JOSEPH DEBELL, OPINION EDITOR Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons In a landscape brimming with talented artists creating compelling music, it’s time to move past Kanye West’s divisive legacy and embrace new voices. Polarizing Chicago rapper, singer, songwriter, producer and former presidential candidate, Kanye West, collaborated with the talented singer and songwriter, Ty Dolla $ign,… Keep Reading
David Stearns had a good first offseason
ANTHONY DASILVA, STAFF WRITER Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons The MLB season is just around the corner, and after a disappointing 2023 season, many Mets fans aren’t pleased with how new General Manager David Stearns maneuvered his first offseason in Queens. Stearns played his first offseason in New York smart, considering this was a below-average… Keep Reading
Why it’s important to recognize Valentine’s Day
By: ISABEL MARZULLO, STAFF WRITER Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons This past Wednesday marked Valentine’s Day. A day in which individuals throughout the country show their love and affection by gifting flowers, chocolates and cards. Or perhaps they showed love by making a home-cooked meal or having a quiet night. Regardless of how Valentine’s Day… Keep Reading
Hickey dining hall undergoes new protocol
True Balance station Morgan Kilger/The Bona Venture BY: MORGAN KILGER, NEWS EDITOR Before the spring semester, the Hickey Dining Hall implemented a new allergen-friendly food station. The station was implemented due to a survey about the dining hall based on feedback from the St. Bonaventure community. With the implementation of the station, other stations moved… Keep Reading
Bonaventure embraces less popular majors
De La Roche Hall Morgan Kilger/The Bona Venture BY: ELIZABETH KAMROWSKI, NEWS ASSIGNMENT EDITOR Faculty and students at St. Bonaventure University recognize the benefits of majors with subjects students tend to shy away from. Spanish and theology are two majors at Bonaventure that have significantly low enrollment. In the last five years, two students graduated… Keep Reading
Speed bumps near Reilly Center set to return
The Reilly Center Morgan Kilger/The Bona Venture BY: JULIA BABCOCK, STAFF WRITER In fall 2023, St. Bonaventure University implemented speed bumps in front of the Reilly Center. The speed bumps only stayed up for a few weeks before being removed. Freshman education major, Ella McIntyre, was confused as to why the speed bumps were added… Keep Reading
Bonaventure’s campus unkept during winter
BY BROOKE JOHNPIER, STAFF WRITER Students at St. Bonaventure University have expressed concerns over the upkeep of walkways on campus. Facilities said all roads and walkways are clear. Amaya Zinkovitch, a freshman adolescence education major, noticed multiple problems with the upkeep of campus during the winter. “The residence halls aren’t as dry as I would… Keep Reading
Art Center partners with local schools
The beginnings of the middle school showcase David Scibilia/The Bona Venture BY: DAVID SCIBILIA, FEATURES EDITOR Known for its galleries — one of which houses a painting by a student of Rembrandt — the Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts at St. Bonaventure University contains many works of art. But some of the most… Keep Reading
Apple Music’s unethical pay plan hurts ‘indie’ artists
BY: JOSEPH DEBELL, OPINION EDITOR Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons Amid the media attention that arrives with the Grammy Awards, it’s important to remember that the capitalistic system through which artists get paid is still broken and unfair. While we usually talk about this “unfairness” in the context of Spotify because of its questionable and… Keep Reading
Here are the most enticing menu items on campus
By: ISABEL MARZULLO, STAFF WRITER Photo Courtesy of Isabel Marzullo One of the many things St. Bonaventure University has to offer is a variety of food services. Whether you want a sub at the RC Café or a smoothie at Freshens, Bonaventure has it covered, providing at least six on-campus options. My friend, Blair Baptiste,… Keep Reading
Taylor’s new era over “Reputation (Taylor’s Version)”
BY: MORGAN KILGER, NEWS EDITOR Photo Courtesy of @taylorswift on Instagram Calling all ‘swifties’ — there’s a new era. At the 2024 Grammy Awards this past Sunday, Taylor Swift announced her new album, “The Tortured Poets Department,” to be released on April 19. This shocked her fanbase since hints at the re-release of her “Reputation”… Keep Reading
The Kansas City Chiefs are on pace to make history
LANDON WASHBURN, CONTRIBUTING WRITER Photo Courtesy of Wikimeida Commons A dynasty is a team or individual that dominates their sport or league for an extended time. Since the Kansas City Chiefs traded up to the 10th overall pick in 2017 to take the gunslinger Patrick Mahomes out of Texas Tech, they have been associated with… Keep Reading
Orientation team accepting applications
The 2023 orientation team Photo courtesy of @sbuorientation on Instagram BY: BROOKE JOHNPIER, STAFF WRITER The orientation team at St. Bonaventure University welcomes new students to campus, hoping to make them feel more connected to one another. Ryan Surmay, a senior strategic communication and digital media major, has been a part of the orientation program… Keep Reading
WSBU 88.3 The Buzz heads to “Sin City” for Radio Row
Radio Row Campaign Poster Photo Courtesy of WSBU The Buzz BY: CASSIDEY KAVATHAS, ADVISORY EDITOR “Are you ready for it?” Six members of WSBU 88.3 “The Buzz’s” staff could face Taylor Swift as they head to the world’s biggest stage. For the sixth time, third consecutively, “The Buzz”, St. Bonaventure University’s student-run radio station, will… Keep Reading
Bonaventure students request ‘skeller swipes
An empty Rathskeller during a mens basketball game Morgan Kilger/The Bona Venture BY: ELIZABETH KAMROWSKI, NEWS ASSIGNMENT EDITOR Students at St. Bonaventure University expressed concern as the Rathskeller stopped accepting meal swipes during men’s basketball games, which left limited late-night dining options. Amanda Ippolito, a sophomore educational studies major, claims that meal swipes should continue… Keep Reading
Residence life experiences staff changes
Doyle Hall David Scibilia/The Bona Venture BY: MORGAN KILGER, NEWS EDITOR Between the fall 2023 and spring 2024 semesters, Residence Life had multiple changes to its staffing. Several new resident assistants and one new resident director were hired. Resident assistant turnover is expected between every semester. Kurt Stitzel, residence director for Robinson, Falconio and Doyle… Keep Reading
Jason Amore named new VP for Advancement
Jason Amore Photo Courtesy of: St. Bonaventure University BY: JULIA BABCOCK, STAFF WRITER On Feb. 12, 2024, St. Bonaventure University will welcome Jason Amore as the new Vice President for Advancement. Amore worked in university advancement for over 23 years, during which he has cultivated and closed more than $245,000,000 in philanthropic giving. Originally from… Keep Reading
Ravens Lamar Jackson is brutally overrated
LANDON WASHBURN, CONTRIBUTING WRITER Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons Despite being one of the most entertaining athletes in the league, Lamar Jackson is brutally overrated and will never win a Super Bowl. The Baltimore Ravens quarterback had another All-Pro season and is favored to win the Most Valuable Player Award yet again. He ranked at… Keep Reading
It’s do or die for the New York Yankees in 2024
BY COLIN BISH, STAFF WRITER Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons Following the Yankees’ offseason acquisitions and recent in-season shortcomings, New York must prove they can make the World Series. I know it’s a tall task; “You know how hard it is to make the World Series?” many will say. But we’re talking about the New… Keep Reading