Completion Expected in Next Two Years BY CHRIS DOODY, NEWS EDITOR The exterior of the updated Murphy building Photo courtesy of St. Bonaventure University The collaborative space for student media Photo courtesy of St. Bonaventure University The new Jandoli School online newsroom Photo courtesy of St. Bonaventure University Construction on the upcoming addition to the… Keep Reading
Fr. Stephen and Professor Scott Sackett giving a talk. Photo courtesy of Scott Sackett BY CHRIS DOODY, NEWS EDITOR The Access and Belonging Advocacy Group is working alongside St. Bonaventure University in the remodeling of the Murphy Professional Building to ensure it’s an inclusive space. “ABAG is dedicated to making the Jandoli School, and by… Keep Reading
A napkin container in the Hickey Dining Hall with info on Albi Photo: Chris Doody BY CHRIS DOODY, NEWS EDITOR St. Bonaventure University is partnering with Albi, a start-up company working to help students in higher education understand the impact of food waste, to reduce food waste in the Hickey Dining Hall, following the University’s… Keep Reading
Snowy scene outside of the Hickey Dining Hall Photo courtesy of Madison Moeller BY CHRIS DOODY, NEWS EDITOR St. Bonaventure University has faced a cold winter so far, with most days reaching temperatures feeling below zero. “Here in Dismal Valley, the near-continuous overcast drags everybody’s energy down,” said Patrick Vecchio, adjunct instructor in the Jandoli… Keep Reading
St. Bonaventure campus Photo: St. Bonaventure University BY CHRISS DOODY, NEWS ASSIGNMENT EDITOR At St. Bonaventure University there are plans in place to address a wide selection of emergencies. “The university is prepared to respond to a wide array of emergencies, both natural and man-made,” said Gary Segrue, associate dean for campus safety. The most common… Keep Reading
Washers in a laundry room Photo: Chris Doody BY CHRIS DOODY, STAFF WRITER Some students at St. Bonaventure University face a weekly battle when doing their laundry. “I have had people touch my clothes, and put them on top of the washing machine and then I have to put them back into the washer because… Keep Reading
Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts Photo: Morgan Kilger BY CHRIS DOODY, STAFF WRITER The Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts will be hosting the STEP team in a Black History Month showcase that takes place on Feb. 13 at 7 p.m. “For the event, our showcase is composed of STEP routines, a… Keep Reading
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Photo: @sbu_umin BY: CHRIS DOODY, STAFF WRITER The Equity Institute is presenting the Dr. MLK Jr. Experience Trip to Atlanta, Georgia this spring break for the second time. Last year the trip was led by Jessica Foskolos, Equity Institute coordinator at St. Bonaventure University, along with Alice Miller Nation, director… Keep Reading
A classroom in Plassmann Hall Photo: The Bona Venture Archives BY CHRIS DOODY, STAFF WRITER St. Bonaventure University’s general education class sizes are increasing again this coming spring due to an increased student body. “We did the same thing last year,” said David Hilmey, provost and vice president for Academic Affairs. “It should mirror the… Keep Reading
One of the views students will see on the Oxford trip Photo: @sbuoxford on Instagram The view from the Sant’Anna Institute in Sorrento, Italy Photo: @Studysorrentosbu on Instagram Students will have the opportunity to visit the Plaza De La Villa in Madrid, Spain on the Spain trip. Photo: @Sbuspain on Instagram BY CHRIS DOODY, STAFF… Keep Reading
St. Bonaventure Occupational Therapy students practice functional transfers during a skills lab. Photo: St. Bonaventure University BY CHRIS DOODY, STAFF WRITER An Oct. 17 agreement with St. Bonaventure University and the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford introduced new opportunities for graduate students pursuing Bonaventure’s occupational therapy program. “This new partnership with UPB is exciting because… Keep Reading
Student Filling Out a Voter Registration Form Photo: The Bona Venture BY CHRIS DOODY, STAFF WRITER With election day approaching on Nov. 5, some students said they’re prepared to vote in this year’s presidential election. With more than just a presidential election on the line, Tom Buttafarro Jr., director of the office of government and… Keep Reading
The administration building David Scibilia/The Bona Venture BY CHRIS DOODY, STAFF WRITER Jeff Gingerich, university president, formed BonaLeads to provide faculty leaders with new insights into the inner workings of higher education at St. Bonaventure University. “We have tremendously talented staff and faculty at St. Bonaventure,” said Gingerich. “It’s important that we provide different kinds… Keep Reading
BY CHRIS DOODY, STAFF WRITER Get uncomfortable, leave your comfort zone, and visit the St. Francis Inn. Photo Courtesy, Marrissa Ryan The Inn is a Franciscan, Eucharistic community that empowers people to break the cycle of homelessness and poverty; it seeks to build relationships and respect with those who experience these. Kensington is a notorious… Keep Reading
Student applying for a job on Handshake Photo Courtesy, The Bona Venture BY CHRIS DOODY, STAFF WRITER Some incoming students struggle to find employment at St. Bonaventure University, even though they said they applied to multiple on-campus jobs. Bonaventure provides opportunities for students to have jobs on campus through a website called Handshake, which connects… Keep Reading
DEI Poster Chris Doody/The Bona Venture BY CHRIS DOODY, STAFF WRITER Scott Sackett, a lecturer at The Jandoli School of Communications redefined the meaning and values of DEI to create a more welcoming environment. The St. Bonaventure University communication school recently changed its diversity, equity and inclusion board to place Sackett in charge. Changes to… Keep Reading
Elevator in Devereux Hall Joseph DeBell/ The Bona Venture BY CHRIS DOODY, CONTRIBUTING WRITER Administration denies elevator problems despite student concerns. Students reported issues with dorm elevators, but administration said there is no legitimate problem. Students are required to have a doctors note to gain access to the elevators in most cases. “Safety and Security… Keep Reading
The Rathskeller Courtesy of The Bona Venture BY: CHRIS DOODY, CONTRIBUTING WRITER Some students said they are deterred from the Rathskeller’s new changes, due to its new rotating menu. Others said they are unable to dine there at all because of health concerns like common allergies. Before this year, between 8 and 10 p.m. students… Keep Reading