By Bryce Spadafora, Contributing Writer Sophomores interested in, and not currently part of, ROTC still have the opportunity to join. The Seneca Battalion is looking for students to attend a training program in Fort Knox, Kentucky this summer. The 30-day program is geared towards students who may have missed the first two years of the… Keep Reading
By Haylei John, SGA President Members of the Student Government Association (SGA) have spent the recent weeks working with their assigned committees on specific class projects. The SGA meeting on Thursday, Feb. 15 was devoted to further discussing the changes to Spring Weekend, voting procedures and campus suggestions. Additional speakers at the meeting included Nichole… Keep Reading
By Gunnar Schifley, Contributing Writer Unemployment in the United States is one of the three largest economic indicators investors use to gauge the health of the economy, along with inflation and GDP growth. These terms are thrown around constantly in the news and day-to-day life, but are often left unexplained and taken as a static… Keep Reading
By Landon Allison, Contributing Writer Atrazine, still used in the United States despite its banning by the EU, can cause changes in our bodies with just minimal exposure. As an environmental studies major, this concerns me. This chemical is an herbicide, applied in the agriculture industry and on residential lawns and golf courses in order… Keep Reading
By Jack Hughes, Contributing Writer Algorithmic trading is the act of using code to initiate a position, such as buying or selling, in a particular asset, like a stock. According to the Merriam-Webster website, an algorithm is a step-by-step procedure for solving a problem or accomplishing some end. People use algorithms all of the time… Keep Reading
By Luke Nolan, Staff Writer For many years, the Catholic Church and many of its members have struggled with a “dumbing down” of Catholicism. The tendency to reduce the religion to a therapeutic philosophy full of warm feelings and affirmation is a dangerous one, as it rejects the roots and traditions of the great faith,… Keep Reading
By Jack Panek, Contributing Writer The former presidential candidate Mitt Romney is back in the political arena and running for office. Last week, Romney, former governor of Massachusetts, stated he would run for the United States Senate seat in Utah. Romney first ran for office in 1994 after having a very successful business career. He… Keep Reading
By John Restuccia, Contributing Writer When I think about the news anchors I’ve seen in my lifetime, one person shines above all others with non-partisanship interviews, journalistic integrity and a genuine joy for news on one of the most partisan news networks. That man is Chris Wallace. Now when people think of Wallace, they think… Keep Reading
By Brandon Sapienza, Staff Writer Another mass shooting has brought the heart of America to its knees as the nation mourns the loss of 17 innocent people who studied and worked at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida. As per the usual routine that begins after a tragedy like this, the blame is… Keep Reading
By Michael Hogan, Staff Writer There have been many calls to put an end to racial insensitivity that occurs on St. Bonaventure University’s campus, calling to action some faculty members and students. Tracy Schrems, Ph.D., a lecturer of English, led a group of students, including freshmen Ethan Pryor, Kane Jordan and Anna Giglio, to investigate… Keep Reading
By Michelle Onofrio, Contributing Writer Valentine’s Day has now passed, and so has the day of widespread exchanging of romantic gifts. It is considered the “romance holiday” by our culture. People are often pressured into buying the “perfect gift” for their significant other, reducing the holiday to an exchange of material goods rather than an… Keep Reading
By Christine Walsh, Staff Writer Since the arrival of coach Brian Thomas in the spring of 2016, the St. Bonaventure women’s swim team has set nine school records between both individual events and relays. The team has been acknowledged for major improvement, especially this season. The team had significant wins against La Salle, St. Louis… Keep Reading
By Morgan Hoffman, The women’s basketball team welcomed junior forward Dajah Logan to the team this year after she transferred from College of Charleston, where she played for two seasons. During her time at Charleston, Logan saw extensive playing time. But for the 5-foot 11-inch guard, the fit wasn’t right. “Being in a big city… Keep Reading
By Sean Mickey, Staff Writer After the St. Bonaventure men’s baseball team had its most successful season since 2008, the Bonnies look to continue their success, despite losing its three best players to the MLB draft. Coach Larry Sudbrook is proud of his athletes that made the step to professional baseball but realizes the importance… Keep Reading
By Mike Hogan, Staff Writer The St. Bonaventure men’s basketball team is riding a seven-game win streak into its biggest game of the year. This will arguably be the team’s biggest home game at the Reilly Center in the last decade, against the 16th-ranked University of Rhode Island Rams. A big reason why the stage… Keep Reading
By Patrick Hauf, Staff Writer Last semester, I wrote an article titled, “DACA Repeal, No Big Deal,” where I explained that President Donald Trump’s motives for rescinding the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program as an executive order was due to its unconstitutional nature. Trump, I explained, wanted Congress to pass legislation that would ensure… Keep Reading
By Brandon Sapienza, Staff Writer Last week, I was enjoying the newest edition of the New York Times on my iPad, like I do every day. One of the headlines I saw caught my eye, and it read, “Senate Closes Deal on Two-Year Spending Bill, Ignoring Trump.” On one hand, it is nice to see… Keep Reading
By Anastasia Cottone, Staff Writer Every year, students celebrate the closing of the academic year by participating in Spring Weekend festivities. With Spring Weekend around the corner, many students are enraged that the quad party, typically held in the townhouse lawn, has been cancelled by the administration. This party is an event that brings students… Keep Reading
By Nicholas Gallo, Staff Writer This Lenten season, some St. Bonaventure University students are committing to bettering themselves and the rest of the campus community through exceptional Lenten promises. “It’s too cheesy to give up something like candy,” said Kaylee Brabham, a junior biology and health science double major. “Lent is supposed to be a… Keep Reading
By Nicholas Gallo, Staff Writer The Shared Governance Commission sent out a survey last Friday to the St. Bonaventure University community, allowing students to express their opinions. Co-chairs of the survey, Matt King, Ph.D., assistant professor of English, and Tim Geiger, director of enterprise services, said President Dennis DePerro, Ed.D., created the commission to assess… Keep Reading