St. Bonaventure Women’s Lacrosse Preps for Upcoming A-10 Tournament
Photo courtesy of gobonnies.com BY: SAMUEL WEILERT; STAFF WRITER The St. Bonaventure women’s lacrosse team is looking to end its season strong. Its final regular … Keep Reading
Bonnies Win a Thriller Over Youngstown State
Photo courtesy of gobonnies.com BY: WILL NUNN; CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF, SPORTS EDITOR The St. Bonaventure University men’s basketball team defeated Youngstown State University in thrilling fashion Saturday 84-80 to remain undefeated on the season. It was a balanced scoring effort for the Bonnies (4-0), who were led by 18 points from senior guard Cayden Charles. Junior guard… Keep Reading
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
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
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
The Summer We Went to Oxford
Group of the Oxford 2025 students Photo courtesy of Riley Fleming BY: SADIE KAZACOS, ALANNA REISENBERGER AND STEPHANIE VANCHERI, CONTRIBUTING WRITERS This summer we had the privilege of studying abroad in Oxford. Although only 6 weeks of our summer were actually spent in the city, the memories will remain with us forever. Since returning to… Keep Reading
Registration Sparks Panic Throughout SBU Students
Student frustrated after registering for classes Photo courtesy of Sawyer Burke BY: LEAH ANSON, OPINION WRITER Spring 2026 registration began on Oct. 31, leaving many Bonaventure students in a panic over class sizes and the limited number of sections for required courses. Some essential courses fill up before registration even begins, while others are only… Keep Reading
Offense Comes Alive as Bonnies Basketball Wins Three Straight
Photo courtesy of gobonnies.com BY: WILL NUNN; CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF; SPORTS EDITOR The St. Bonaventure University men’s basketball team has won three straight games to kick off the season. After a defensive struggle in the season opener against Bradley, the Bonnies offense kicked into gear, earning an 89-70 win over Canisius University on Saturday and a 75-66… Keep Reading
Bonnies Women’s Lacrosse Has Sights Set on Returning to the A-10 Championship Tournament
Photo courtesy of gobonnies.com BY: AIDAN SHINNERS; STAFF WRITER The St. Bonaventure University women’s lacrosse team finished up fall ball with one goal in mind, returning to the Atlantic 10 Championship tournament. Junior goalie Katelyn Hicks said the team used their fall play days as an opportunity to experiment with a few different lineups and… Keep Reading
St. Bonaventure Baseball Players React to New Turf Field
Photo courtesy of gobonnies.com BY: SEAN WALLACE; SPORTS ASSIGNMENT EDITOR St. Bonaventure University’s baseball players praised the school’s decision to install a new artificial turf field while $1.5 million renovations continue at Handler Park at McGraw-Jennings Field. Many fans, players and coaches continue to debate which surface is better—artificial turf or natural grass. Handler Park… Keep Reading
The Price of a Championship: Should MLB Have a Salary Cap?
Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons BY: SAWYER BURKE; NEWS EDITOR As the 2025 Major League Baseball season comes to a close, the Los Angeles Dodgers return home with their second consecutive World Series title—an achievement that reignites debate over how much teams should be allowed to spend. The Dodgers currently hold, arguably, the best player… Keep Reading
Balancing the Scroll: How Students Can Use Social Media for Good
BY: ROBERT MCCALL, OPINION WRITER In students’ lives today, social media plays a major role in shaping how we make decisions, communicate, and structure our daily routines. Many people think social media poses detrimental risks, yet there are benefits people tend to overlook as well. Dr. Benjamin Gross, Associate Professor of Sociology and Criminology at… Keep Reading
Preview: Bonnies Women’s Basketball Looks to Stay Perfect Against Canisius
Photo courtesy of gobonnies.com BY: SEAN WALLACE; SPORTS ASSIGNMENT EDITOR The St. Bonaventure University women’s basketball team meets Little Three rival Canisius University for the 60th time Friday at 6 p.m. in the Reilly Center. Bonaventure leads the all-time series 30-29. They hold a 19-8 record against Canisius at the Reilly Center, and head coach Jim… Keep Reading
Bonnies Remain Unbeaten with Franciscan Cup Win over Siena
Photo Courtesy of gobonnies.com BY: WILL NUNN; CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF; SPORTS EDITOR The St. Bonaventure University men’s basketball team retained the Br. Ed Coughlin Franciscan Cup Wednesday, defeating Siena University 75-66. The Bonnies (3-0) were led by junior guard Darryl Simmons II, who scored 24 points and shot 9-of-13 from the field. Senior forward Frank Mitchell tallied… Keep Reading
Bonnies Women’s Basketball Comes from Behind to Defeat Binghamton
Photo courtesy of gobonnies.com BY: SEAN WALLACE; SPORTS ASSIGNMENT EDITOR St. Bonaventure University’s women’s basketball team erased a 10-point second-half deficit in a 68-65 win against Binghamton University on Tuesday to improve to 3-0 on the season. Trailing 40-30 in the third quarter, Bonaventure answered with a 15-4 run to take the lead. Both… Keep Reading
Bonnies Women’s Basketball Takes Down Little Three Rival Niagara
Photo courtesy of gobonnies.com BY: SEAN WALLACE; SPORTS ASSIGNMENT EDITOR The St. Bonaventure University women’s basketball team defeated Niagara University 74-56 Friday in the Gallagher Center to improve to 2-0 on the season. Both teams traded scoring droughts in the first half. Niagara opened the second quarter with a 10-0 run to take a 19-18 lead. Bonaventure responded with a 15-0 run and never trailed again. Three Bonnies… Keep Reading
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
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
From Swan Hall to Wall Street: SIMM Students Strengthen Connections and Expand Opportunities
New Bloomberg Room Photo courtesy of Jack Valenti BY: JACK VALENTI AND NOAH VALENTI, STAFF WRITERS Students in Money Management (SIMM) recently wrapped up their annual trip to New York City, where members had the chance to connect with industry leaders and experience firsthand the fast-paced world of finance. During the trip, students visited Bessemer… Keep Reading
How Early is too Early?
Last year Bonaventure waited until Dec. 3 for the tree lighting Photo courtesy of Jack McCann BY: LEAH ANSON, STAFF OPINION WRITER It’s beginning to look a lot like… maybe Christmas? The holiday seasons have officially started for some students on campus, whether it’s listening to Christmas music or just being in the holiday spirit.… Keep Reading
Strong Defense Outweighs Offensive Woes in Bonnies Win
Photo courtesy of gobonnies.com BY: WILL NUNN; CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF, SPORTS EDITOR The St. Bonaventure University men’s basketball team utilized its defensive prowess and timely shot making to defeat Bradley University 69-63 in its season opening game Monday at the Field of 68 Opening Day Marathon in Rock Hill, S.C. Junior guard Darryl Simmons II led the… Keep Reading