Men’s Basketball Finalizes 2026-27 Schedule
Photo courtesy of gobonnies.com BY: GRADY McCAFFREY; STAFF WRITER ST. BONAVENTURE, N.Y. — St. Bonaventure University released its 2026-27 Atlantic 10 schedule … Keep Reading
RC Cafe Sells Expired Drugs
In 1979, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration began requiring an expiration date on prescription and over-the counter medicines. The expiration date is a critical part of deciding if the product is safe to use and will work as intended. Expired medical products can be less effective or risky due to a change in chemical… Keep Reading
Women’s golf opens inaugural season
Photo courtesy of gobonnies.com BY: SAM WEILERT; STAFF WRITER St. Bonaventure women’s golf completed its first tournament in program history on Sept. 14 at the Charge at Quail Valley at Quail Valley Golf Club in Littlestown, Pennsylvania. Joining six other Atlantic 10 schools with NCAA Division I women’s golf, the Bonnies became the university’s 20th… Keep Reading
MacDonald hopes to restore Reilly Center atmosphere
BY: ANGELO RESTIVO; STAFF WRITER St. Bonaventure men’s basketball coach Mike MacDonald appeared on WSBU 88.3 FM The Buzz’s “The Benched News Network” on Monday, Sept. 14, emphasizing the importance of student involvement and increased attendance at home games this season. “We want to try and let the students know how important you guys are… Keep Reading
Aramark Claims Improvements to Dining
BY: JULIA BEARDSLEY, NEWS WRITER As the 2026-2027 school year begins, students around campus have noticed major changes in their dining experiences. This semester, St. Bonaventure’s dining services made several changes to improve allergen‑friendly options, including moving the allergy-safe Stress Less Zone to the Wolf Den. The shift is part of a broader effort to support students… Keep Reading
Campus Renovations that may be Coming Soon??
BY: PHOEBE MCCLAREN, STAFF WRITER The Murphy building at St. Bonaventure University has been under construction since fall 2025, forcing students and faculty into temporary spaces across campus. Jared Smith, facilities director, said, “The existing building renovation will be done by Oct. 2026 and the addition will be completed by Jan. 2027.” Construction equipment, fencing… Keep Reading
Let the Moss Grow
BY: LAUREN NEYMAN, CONTRIBUTING WRITER For the past month, I have lived in a historic house for the very first time in my life. My parents had my family home built when I was a baby, so I’ve never experienced the creaky floors, doors that won’t shut all the way or the oddly shaped rooms… Keep Reading
Six Stores, One Budget: Where College Students Should Shop
BY: NATHAN DONNELLY, FEATURES WRITER A college student in Olean has six stores within a 20-minute drive. Where does this money go furthest? This reporter visited every option. Tops Markets, Olean Food Barn, ALDI, Walmart, BJ’s Wholesale and Giant Food Mart in Cuba, N.Y., nineteen minutes northeast. The same 14 items were cross checked with… Keep Reading
Alabama Shakes bring love, soul and energy to Borderland Music Festival
BY: AVERY WALKOVIAK, FILM DIRECTOR, WSBU THE BUZZ Whether or not you enjoy music, if you have a heart and a soul, it is necessary that you listen to Alabama Shakes. I can attest that watching them live completely rewired my brain chemistry. Brittany Howard, the frontwoman for the band, brings deep, powerhouse vocals to… Keep Reading
Aborowa details decision to commit to Bonaventure
BY: GRADY McCAFFREY; STAFF WRITER ST. BONAVENTURE, N.Y. — Six-foot-7 four-star forward Victor Aborowa, the highest-rated high school prospect to join St. Bonaventure University in the modern recruiting era, committed to the Bonnies on Friday. Aborowa ranks among the top 130 players in the 2027 class. He explained the primary reason he chose Bonaventure. “I… Keep Reading
Opinion: NLL faces an uncertain future
BY: SPENCER CONLEY; STAFF WRITER The Philadelphia Wings and Ottawa Black Bears ceased operations ahead of the National Lacrosse League’s 40th season. On March 30, Comcast Spectacor announced it would end its operation of the Wings following the 2026 season. This marked the second iteration of the Philadelphia Wings in the NLL. The original Wings… Keep Reading
Ryan Hammer Visits St. Bonaventure for ‘Inside the A-10’ Series
BY: GRADY McCAFFREY; STAFF WRITER ST. BONAVENTURE, N.Y. — College basketball content creator Ryan Hammer visited St. Bonaventure University Aug. 28-29 during his “Inside the A-10” summer tour, which previewed the 2026-27 college basketball season. More than 430,000 people follow Hammer across social media platforms through his college basketball coverage. His visit included conversations with first-year head coach Mike MacDonald,… Keep Reading
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 season game is this upcoming Saturday against George Washington. After that, they’ll be playing in the A-10 Conference Tournament from April 30 to May 3. Senior attacker Rylee Gonzalez detailed how the team was feeling about the… Keep Reading
Longtime Bonaventure Lacrosse Coach Takes on Former Bonnies in NLL
Photo courtesy of gobonnies.com BY: AIDAN SHINNERS; STAFF WRITER The first men’s lacrosse coach in St. Bonaventure history, Randy Mearns, has completed his first season as interim head coach for the National Lacrosse League’s Rochester Knighthawks. Mearns coached the Bonnies for the first seven seasons in program history, leading the team to a Metro Atlantic… Keep Reading
The 1925-1926 St. Bonaventure Basketball Season: When Butler Gym Roared
Photo courtesy of St. Bonaventure University Archives BY: STEVE HAYES, ’88; GUEST CONTRIBUTOR The St. Bonaventure men’s basketball team just hired its 20th head coach. One hundred years ago, the program was still finding its footing — and one season in the Allegany hills provided a preview of what Bonaventure basketball would look like for the next century. The… Keep Reading
Representation Day
Amy Moritz, Allie Elkins, Mike Corey, Kate Welshofer and Emyle Watkins Photo courtesy of Chris Doody BY: CHRIS DOODY, CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF AND LILY PETERSON, NEWS EDITOR The Access and Belonging Advocacy Group (ABAG) hosted Representation Day at St. Bonaventure University, featuring 11 panelists over three panels, on April 17. Representation Day brought together writers, artists, content… Keep Reading
Bonnies Men’s Basketball Roster Begins to Take Shape in Transfer Portal
Photo courtesy of gobonnies.com BY: WILL NUNN; CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF, SPORTS EDITOR As Mike MacDonald begins to build his first roster as head coach of the St. Bonaventure University men’s basketball team, he embarks on a challenge that he has never faced before. The transfer portal and name, image and likeness regulations have created a never-before-seen level… Keep Reading
Words From Welshofer
Kate Welshofer Photo courtesy of Representation Day 2026 program BY: CHRIS DOODY, CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Kate Welshofer, ‘96, was recently appointed lecturer and head of the broadcast journalism program at St. Bonaventure University’s Jandoli School of Communication. Welshofer will be starting in the fall semester and shared some advice she is planning on giving her students. “The… Keep Reading
Hickey Dining Hall Passes Most Recent Inspection
The Hickey Dining Hall Photo courtesy of Chris Doody BY: CARSON HAYEK, CONTRIBUTING WRITER The Cattaraugus County Health Department cited St. Bonaventure’s main dining hall, the Hickey Dining Hall, for two health code violations – one critical (conditions that could lead to food-borne illness) and one non-critical (conditions that don’t pose an immediate risk… Keep Reading
Extra Point: NBA Postseason Predictions
Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons BY: SEAN WALLACE; SPORTS ASSIGNMENT EDITOR The National Basketball Association postseason began Saturday, April 18, and I believe the Oklahoma City Thunder will capture its second consecutive NBA title. Looking at how the Western Conference playoffs could unfold, I believe the San Antonio Spurs will defeat the red-hot Denver Nuggets in seven… Keep Reading
SPCA Needs Millions to Rebuild
BY: ALEXIS GARMONG, CONTRIBUTING WRITER The Cattaraugus County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) needs to meet a $6 million goal to build a new facility in compliance with the New York State Companion Animal Care Standards Act, according to SPCA Executive Director Kellie Roberts. The most revenue the shelter has made… Keep Reading