By Kellen Quigley Contributing writer Justin Shuttleworth took the Rathskeller stage on Valentine’s Day. Armed only with a guitar, an iPad and a peddle board, Shuttleworth created a full concert experience comprised of his own songs, old and new, and covers of artists he admires. Shuttleworth is a native of Hamburg and currently attends college… Keep Reading
By Tristan King Staff Writer College students go out to party, take bites of friends’ lunches and share beverages. These things can potentially cause illness. There are some precautions students can take to avoid getting sick. Dressing warmly is key. Layering is necessary. Proper attire includes hats, scarves, gloves, thermals and socks. Frequent hand washing… Keep Reading
By Andrea Fernandes Features Editor For the past few weeks, the Bona community has been forced to deal with an overload of snow and undesirable temperatures. However, an upcoming photography contest in honor of continuing Thomas Merton’s 100th birthday celebration will encourage students to take advantage of the weather. Merton loved all that nature… Keep Reading
By Lauren Zazzara Features Assignment Editor With the wind chill reaching below minus 30 last weekend, it’s hard to imagine spring ever coming. But the fashion world is ahead, and from Feb. 11 to 19, New York City hosted the biannual Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, where designers showcased their spring and fall 2015 collections. Trends… Keep Reading
By Pat Tintle Sports Editor After giving “Kick-Ass” fan-boy approval, and after giving the “X-Men” franchise a well-needed shot in the arm, director Matthew Vaughn has yet another comic book franchise to add to his résumé. “Kingsman: The Secret Service” is Vaughn’s latest adaptation of a cult comic book series. Unlike “Kick-Ass” and “X-Men:… Keep Reading
By Caitlyn Morral Contributing Writer The traditional festival, Mardi Gras, or Fat Tuesday was celebrated on Feb. 17. The religious ritual is celebrated from country to country with customs that have been practiced for hundreds of years. Fat Tuesday signifies the last day of indulgence before the weeks leading up to Easter, or the… Keep Reading
By Caroline Powers Contributing Writer The St. Bonaventure Knights of Columbus (K of C) Fr. Thomas Plassmann Council welcomed five new inductees to its chapter this past Sunday. The group held a private ceremony at the University Chapel at 4:30 p.m. as the inductees made their First Degrees, which is Charity. There are four… Keep Reading
By Luis Rogriguez Staff Writer With President’s Day on Monday, national sales are in full bloom. Unfortunately, not many know much about the holiday besides its commercial aspect. The holiday that originated on Feb. 22, 1885, celebrated the birthday of George Washington; however, it was switched to the third Monday of February after Congress… Keep Reading
By Lauren Zazzara Features Assignment Editor Fashion, more specifically fashion advertising, is becoming real. In the past, it seemed that size 2 models and celebrities were the only ones worthy of endorsing a brand’s clothes. Ads featured heavily photoshopped famous people in beautiful locations. Of course, most ads are still created in this unrealistic… Keep Reading
By Lauren Zazzara Assistant Features Editor Officials at The Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts have succeeded in providing fresh inspiration for students and the general public by installing three new exhibits for the spring semester. The exhibits include “Turning Left at the Intersection: Current Works” by David Haack, O.F.M, “Riparazioni: Meditations on the… Keep Reading
By Nicolette DiMura Staff Writer A-list stars such as Beyoncé, Jay Z, Ed Sheeran, Paul McCartney, Miley Cyrus, Rihanna, John Legend and others walked the red carpet for the 57th Annual Grammy Awards which took place at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, CA. on Sunday Feb. 8. The show opened with an introduction… Keep Reading
By Andrea Fernandes Features editor On Tuesdays, the campus gym that is often forgotten about transforms into a joyful place for a special group of preschoolers. Kinder Kinetics is a 20-year-old program offered through the School of Education. The program is currently run by Dr. Paula Scraba and graduate student Lauren Capotorto. Every Tuesday… Keep Reading
By Nicolette DiMura Staff Writer As we enter the fourth week of spring semester, students have the opportunity to apply for on-campus leadership positions. It is easy to get involved around campus and be a part of something that can improve the Bonaventure experience. Orientation leaders, peer coaches and residential assistants (RA) are examples… Keep Reading
By Zachary Newcome Contributing Writer On Feb. 6 and 7 the AMSOIL Championship Snocross will compete at the Seneca-Allegany Resort & Casino, in Salamaca, New York. Snowmobile riders from around the globe will compete in this event. Gear and apparel will be available for purchase. Buy your tickets at the Logo Shop onside the… Keep Reading
By Luis Rodriguez Staff Writer Clint Eastwood’s “American Sniper” is still making headlines nearly a month after theaters. Even though the film has found success in the box-office, the plot fell short of expectations. Instead of getting the full story of Chris Kyle, the deadliest sniper in American history, the movie sticks with an on-going… Keep Reading
By Lauren Zazzara Features Assignment editor Fashion is a difficult industry to break into social media-wise. There are thousands of fashion blogs, and the question becomes: “Where do I fit in?” It took me years to start a fashion blog. I was terrified of receiving negative feedback and being inconsistent. Here are some tips that… Keep Reading
By Andrea Fernandes Features Editor As the number-one killer of American women, heart disease claims the lives of half a million women each year. Today, individuals nationwide can take part in an event to raise awareness for this deadly disease. The American Heart Association started Go Red for Women Day in 2003. A red dress… Keep Reading
By Catherine Brown Staff Writer St. Bonaventure University held its first Winter Carnival to celebrate Thomas Merton’s 100th Birthday on Jan. 31. Merton was an English Professor at Bonaventure in the 1940s. While here, he realized his calling to the religious life. The carnival lasted from noon until midnight. Students took full advantage of… Keep Reading
By Azarias Perez Contributing Writer The St. Bonaventure community is preparing to celebrate Super Bowl XLIX, with the Seattle Seahawks taking on the New England Patriots. This will be the Seahawks’ second Super Bowl appearance, while the Patriots return for their eighth Super Bowl game. Although most of the St. Bonaventure community is ready… Keep Reading
By Andrea Fernandes Features Editor After the first week of the spring semester, sledding down a hill, sipping on hot chocolate loaded with marshmallows and simply enjoying a calm setting is what some students favored over staying on campus for the weekend. Members of the Mt. Irenaeus community hosted an overnight trip to the… Keep Reading