By Kailyn Jennings Staff Writer You open Pandora and which station do you choose? Summer Hits of the 90s is an obvious choice…if you’re a true 90s kid. What’s up with our obsession with the 90s? What epitomized the decade and made it so memorable to us? People within the Bona Bubble have the… Keep Reading
By Jackie Roberts Staff Writer “There are two ways of spreading light: to be the candle or the mirror that reflects it.” – Edith Wharton According to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), suicide claims approximately 13.7 lives every minute in the U.S. That adds up to more than 38,000 lives each year.… Keep Reading
By Mary Best Advisory Editor The St. Bonaventure Latin American Student Organization (LASO) partnered with the Campus Activities Board (CAB) to bring comedian Sara Contreras to campus last weekend. Her performance kicked off Hispanic Heritage month, which runs through Tuesday, Oct. 15. Josh Maxey, a senior political science major and president of CAB, said… Keep Reading
By Emma Zaremba Features Assignment Editor As the first day of fall approaches, students around campus are getting excited to celebrate some of their seasonal favorites. Offering long-time traditions, scrumptious treats, fashion wear and more, fall symbolizes a time of comfort and fun. Although the fashion-conscious group focuses on style year-round, Bonaventure students seem… Keep Reading
By Kailyn Jennings Contributing Writer After four weeks of classes, the honeymoon phase has worn off for many freshmen. This is the time when homesickness sets in and freshmen are nostalgic for their friends at home. Here at Bonaventure, many people, including upperclassmen, are willing to help freshmen get used to this culture shock… Keep Reading
By Majella Shields Contributing Writer Hi everyone, welcome to this week’s Fashion Focus, where we will be looking at all things New York City. This is the week I have been waiting for all my “fashion” life. Without sounding too cheesy, this week I will be fulfilling my dream and visiting New York City for… Keep Reading
By Daniel Leopold Contributing Writer Are you an outdoorsy person looking for the perfect way to spend an afternoon? An artist looking for a natural aesthetic? Or just a bored college student seeking an inexpensive day trip? Just 20 minutes south of campus, Rock City Park is an ideal place to observe the beauty… Keep Reading
By Betsy Pray Staff Writer If you’re looking for a cheap weekend getaway – whether it be to a big city, another country or a football game – St. Bonaventure’s Campus Activities Board (CAB) has the answer. CAB has planned three bus trips for fall 2013: to New York City on Sept. 21, Clifton Hill… Keep Reading
By Miguel Lopez Contributing Writer Although the new generation of gaming consoles (Playstation 4 and Xbox One) are right around the corner, some of the biggest titles of the year will still be released in the current-generation Playstation 3 and Xbox 360. Among those titles is the latest adventure in the Grand Theft Auto… Keep Reading
By Majella Shields Contributing Writer Hello everyone! I hope you are all settled in to this new year at Bonaventure. It’s already the third week of classes. Where does the time go? This week, I will look at dressing to impress. I hate to say it, but not everyone does it. You look at… Keep Reading
By Emma Zaremba Features Assignment Editor We’ve all heard the stories, the warnings and we’ve probably had an encounter or two ourselves with the creatures on campus. It’s possible the Franciscan lifestyle so prominent around campus has let the St. Bonaventure wildlife feel a bit too comfortable. There is a family of skunks that seem… Keep Reading
By Alexandra Salerno Advisory Editor Mathematics 107 professor Harold Anglovich admits his subject can sometimes be mundane for students. “It’s boring material as far as I’m concerned,” said Anglovich, who has taught at St. Bonaventure for three years. “I break things up a little bit. I like to make students smile, make them laugh and… Keep Reading
By Daniel Leopold Contributing Writer Looking for an atmospheric breakfast experience that can rival your mom’s pancakes? Stop your search at Sprague’s Maple Farms. Sprague’s twisting driveway and immense seating area make the short trip for breakfast more of an experience than a simple dining effort, especially on your first visit. A not-so-well-kept secret around… Keep Reading
By Jackie Roberts Staff Writer Sit back, relax and enjoy the show. Throughout September and October, the Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts will host this year’s film selections for its All Bonaventure Views (ABV) series. “Silkwood,” the first ABV film to be aired, will be shown on Tuesday, Sept. 10 at 11:30 a.m.… Keep Reading
By Heather Monahan Features Editor Senior year is usually a time that brings up a mix of emotions. There’s obviously some fear and anxiousness as to what life after Bona’s holds, but excitement and anticipation usually do a good job of masking any negative feelings. In general, the year is a time to celebrate accomplishments… Keep Reading
By Emily Sullivan Opinion Editor It’s finally that time of year. The television shows that left us frazzled with cruel cliffhangers and a thousand questions will finally make their return and give anxious and excited fans the answers they crave. In the short time between a season finale and the season premier, a lot can… Keep Reading
By Heather Monahan Features Editor Running a club on campus can be difficult. Keeping an organization active and members interested is a struggle club leaders often face. Luckily, St. Bonaventure holds an annual club and organizational fair that not only allows freshman to join different clubs on campus in one centralized place, but also… Keep Reading
By Majella Shields Contributing Writer Hi all, welcome to Fashion Focus. I am the new girl on campus, Majella, otherwise known as “Ireland.” I am looking forward to sharing my thoughts and views on all things fashion with you lovely Bonnies. Add me on Facebook or follow me on Instagram @todayimwearing1, go on and… Keep Reading
By Dan Leopold Contributing Writer Small platforms sit high atop the trees, connected by strips of wire. Children zip through the air on tethers, screaming with excitement. And a certain Bonaventure student dangles 20 feet above the ground, trying to catch his breath after unsuccessfully attempting to complete an obstacle. Of course, I’m describing… Keep Reading
By Emma Zaremba Features Assignment Editor Traditional is typically an accurate description of St. Bonaventure. In the past couple of years, however, the Residence Life team has been making strides in changing that label. Freshman residence halls Robinson and Falconio had various coed floors last year and received great feedback from residents. The Residence… Keep Reading