By Hannah Gordon Czech Correspondent In the last installment of “Bohemian Rhapsody” I mentioned feeling obligated to take in every moment of being abroad. I think I took that sentiment to another level this week. The Easter market started on Sunday, which means that Old Town Square and Wenceslas Square, the two most popular squares… Keep Reading
By Lauren Zazzara Features Assignment Editor The E! Network show “Fashion Police” is dedicated to offering commentary on the fashion choices of celebrities both on and off the red carpet. But since former host Joan Rivers’ death, the show has been shrouded in controversy. At the 2015 Academy Awards, Disney actress Zendaya Coleman (recognized as… Keep Reading
By Bryce Spadafora Contributing Writer Midterm grades have been posted, but they aren’t final. Students who are unhappy with their grades still have a chance to improve. One option available for students is the Teaching and Learning Center (TLC). Located in the basement of Doyle Hall, the TLC is a campus resource invested in the… Keep Reading
By Hannah Gordon Czech Correspondent If there is one thing I’ve learned from my study abroad experience so far, it’s that some things will stick with you for a lifetime and others you just hope will remain. Two weeks ago, my friends and I traveled to Poland with a group of students from our university.… Keep Reading
By Kailyn Jennings Contributing Writer Dan Milgate’s iPhone vibrated on his nightstand as he laid in bed at 11 p.m. – another retweet for his video of Marcus Posley’s game-winning shot when St. Bonaventure University beat #18 Virginia Commonwealth University, he said. He scrolled through his newsfeed, thinking of his 8:30 a.m. class. Thirty minutes… Keep Reading
By Lauren Zazzara Features Assignment Editor With the newest film adaptation of “The Great Gatsby” that came to theaters two years ago, a nostalgic frenzy for the ‘20s swept the nation. With this frenzy came a resurgence of interest in F. Scott Fitzgerald. Fitzgerald lived wildly, in an almost Gatsby-esque world of alcohol and parties.… Keep Reading
By Lauren Zazzara Features Assignment Editor Americans may never know how the French maintain their “je ne sais quoi,” but maybe they can get a hint by studying how they dress. At Paris Fashion Week, which lasted from March 3 through 11, designers set the trends that consumers will see in autumn and winter 2015.… Keep Reading
By Lauren Zazzara Features Assignment Editor Feeling stressed, depressed or lonely? Help is just one touch away. “7 Cups of Tea” is a free app that offers support for emotional distress. Through the app, students can either talk one on one to a trained listener or enter a group chat to connect with others having… Keep Reading
By Hannah Gordon Czech correspondent I never thought I’d be homesick. I was always the kid who wanted to go away. I would rather be outside exploring or sleeping at a friend’s house than in my own home. I was adventurous, and still am, so I thought I was immune to missing people. I was… Keep Reading
By Lauren Zazzara Features Assignment Editor While New York City set the stage for autumn and winter 2015 trends three weeks ago, the fashion world’s eye has since moved to London and Milan for their fashion weeks. London Fashion Week took place from Feb. 20 to 24, while Milan’s designers showcased their looks from Feb.… Keep Reading
By Luis Rodriguez Staff Writer St. Bonaventure students can wipe the sweat from their brows as they escape exams at least for a week. As the last classes before spring break wind down, students are packing and planning their return home. Students said spring break last year was inconvenient for them because of how… Keep Reading
By Andrea Fernandes Features Editor The friendly bear, Paddington, recently made his way from Peru to theaters. “Paddington” is based on the children’s book, “Paddington Bear,” by Michael Bond. The bear in the movie lives in Peru with his aunt and uncle. After a deadly earthquake in the forest, Paddington’s aunt, Lucy, sends him to… Keep Reading
By Andrea Fernandes Features Editor A recent debate on social media has torn families apart, ruined friendships and destroyed relationships. The debate was over a black-and-blue or white-and-gold dress. It all started when Caitlin McNeill, 21, posted a picture of a dress on Tumblr asking what color it is. The picture of the dress soon… Keep Reading
By Caitlyn Morral Contributing Writer It’s that time of the semester again when students at St. Bonaventure are cramming for midterm exams. Before the upcoming weeklong break, many are rushing to study and complete any final assignments before they are able to relax and enjoy themselves. According to Madeleine Feddern, a freshman elementary education major,… Keep Reading
By Kiara Catanzaro Associate Editor Fifty Shades of Grey opened on Valentine’s Day weekend with $85.2 million in the box office. Based on the “Twilight”-inspired book written in 2011 by E. L. James, this story follows two different characters and their similar attractions for each other. Anastasia Steele (Dakota Johnson) is a soon-to-be college graduate… Keep Reading
By Caitlyn Morral Contributing Writer The women’s basketball team played and won against Davidson with a score of 72-56 on Saturday, Feb. 21. As usual, the university’s cheerleaders were present, but this time they were accompanied by another group of young girls. The South Knight Cheerleaders of Olean had the opportunity to show off… Keep Reading
By Luis Rodriguez Staff Writer It is time to begin exercising, but not those muscles. Easter is less than 40 days away, which means it is the season of Lent. “Lent is a time of exercise to grow spiritually, and it represents the cycle of life,” Brother Kevin Kriso, O.F.M., said. A hot topic… Keep Reading
By Kellen Quigley Contributing Writer After four long years of intense practice and preparation, St. Bonaventure senior Griffin Kramer performed his capstone piano recital on Saturday, Feb. 21 in the Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts. Students, staff, family and friends gathered from all over New York and as far south as North… Keep Reading
By Lauren Zazzara Features Assignment Editor The Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts “went up” on a Tuesday. The Quick Center faculty hosted a dance party on Tuesday as part of their 20th anniversary celebration. They transformed The Center into a club using colored lights, balloons and music. As guests arrived, photographers snapped pictures… Keep Reading
By Lauren Zazzara Features Assignment Editor The Academy Awards is one of the biggest nights for the fashion industry. The night requires luxurious, statement-making and dramatic attire. There’s a reason why hundreds of websites post slideshows of what the stars wore. Reporters always ask the famous question: “Who are you wearing?” There was live online… Keep Reading