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Spring into fall clothing essentials

When one thinks about the colors in closets a few years ago compared to today, there would be quite a difference. Dull, dark autumn colors matching with the themes of fall and the holidays that come with it. These colors would be paired with rustic, brown riding boots and maybe a plaid scarf. Today, the… Keep Reading

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Forever 21 files for bankruptcy

On Sept. 29, beloved retail store Forever 21 announced its closing after announcing plans to file for bankruptcy. In total, 350 stores in 40 different countries will be closing, 178 of which are in the United States. Forever 21 was originally started in 1984 by South Korean immigrants, Jin Sook and Do Wan “Don” Chang.… Keep Reading

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Joker” surpasses all expectations

Can there be justification for a notorious villain’s actions? Psychological thriller movie “Joker” will make anybody question one’s morals while diving into the insanity behind the criminal. Wannabe stand-up comedian Arthur Fleck, played by Joaquin Phoenix, lives at home with his mother during 1981 in Gotham City. He suffers from a condition that causes him… Keep Reading

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BonaResponds recollections

Unlike other fall or spring break trips in which Bona Responds goes somewhere that had been devastated by a natural disaster, our trip this past weekend was different. There was no hurricane or devastating tornado that hit Cleveland, Ohio. Yet, the moment that we got there it was obvious that work needed to be done.… Keep Reading

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How to deal with sickness in college

Winter is coming, and with it, the flu. In a populated, close-knit college, sickness is inevitable. But, that doesn’t mean you have to be quarantined. There are ways to prevent catching illness and even more ways to cope with it until you’re healthy again. The number one way to prevent catching the flu is to… Keep Reading

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“Don’t Call Me Angel” shows trio’s vocal powers

On Sept. 13, three of the most well-known female singers teamed up to create arguably one of the biggest pop-anthems of the year, “Don’t Call Me Angel.” This song, by Ariana Grande, Miley Cyrus and Lana Del Rey, will be featured on the soundtrack of this year’s reboot of “Charlie’s Angels,” which has been a… Keep Reading

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All Bonaventure Reads author shares experience

Every Bonaventure freshman, hopefully, read “Dear America, Notes of anUndocumented Citizen” by Jose Antonio Vargas over the summer. As part of St. Bonaventure’s All Bona Reads Program, Vargas came to campus on Tuesday to give a speech. Before the speech, 18 students had dinner with Vargas in the Reilly Center Hall of Fame. Twenty-three students,… Keep Reading

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Model UN group to attend national assembly

On Nov. 7, St. Bonaventure University’s Model United Nations students will depart to a conference that will be held at Lake Erie, Ohio. These students will be gone from Nov. 7 to 10 and will be staying at Castaway Bay in Cedar Point. This conference is the annual Lake Erie International Model United Nations conference,… Keep Reading

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“Between Two Ferns” pokes fun at celebs

Since the 1990s, Zach Galifianakis has been a creative force in both small-screen and cinematic comedy. For many though, his presence in media boils down to two major projects: “The Hangover” and “Between Two Ferns.” Originally released on the website Funny or Die in 2008, “Between Two Ferns” featured Galifianakis interviewing celebrities in an exaggerated,… Keep Reading

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September brings light to stigma about suicide

As the fall semester begins, so does anxiety and stress for most students. Pressure for success, learning individuality, balancing work and social lives and moving from home have led mental illness to rise as a topic of concern for young adults. The U.S. National Library of Medicine and National Institutes of Health found that 11.9%… Keep Reading

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Cornell Law Day connects Bona’s students and alumni

Cornell Law Day is an event that was hosted by Cornell University this past Wednesday, where multiple law schools sent admissions representatives from all over the country to talk with the attending students about the opportunities and advantages their respective universities could provide. St. Bonaventure University had a group of students who had shown interest… Keep Reading

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“The Hill” editor leads news-vetting seminar

The Murphy Auditorium was quiet Monday evening when Dr. Donald Gilliland, associate opinion editor for “The Hill” and former adjunct professor at St. Bonaventure, began his speaking engagement on source vetting in journalism. The building seemed to be about a quarter full, with about 75 students, as well as several professors, in attendance. Over the… Keep Reading

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“Hustlers” breaks through stereotypes

Heroes or criminals? “Hustlers” sheds light on what a stripper’s life may actually consist of in a thrilling story of money, success and despair. Get your cash ready, because you will be making it rain for the acting, visuals and plot. In 2014, four women were accused and later arrested on charges of taking $200,000… Keep Reading

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How to survive the mid-semester blues

There seems to be a point in the semester where students transform into zombies, relentlessly seeking caffeine and a decent GPA. Close enough to midterms for stress, far enough from break to give up. It’s purgatory. However, despite the gray skies and lack of sleep, there are ways to get through the trying times we’re… Keep Reading

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The Fila Disruptor II’s face criticism

If there has been one fashion trend that has made headway this past summer, it is the chunky sneaker. However, one sneaker brand has been facing a lot of backlash for their rendition of the “dad shoe.” 2018’s Shoe of the Year, the Fila Disruptor II, has been mocked on the internet for weeks because… Keep Reading

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Bona’s indie band performs at Rathskeller

Three floors up in Shay Hall, in a dorm room filled to the brim with music equipment and pop-culture memorabilia, three band members in t-shirts run through their set. This is Ratchet Salón, the self-styled indie band playing its first show at St. Bonaventure University. Comprised of Bryce Murphy, a sophomore psychology major at Bonaventure;… Keep Reading

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