By Diana McElfresh Editor-in-Chief Of the some 13 universities Amina Golden-Arabaty applied to, only St. Bonaventure offered Arabic, let alone a program in Islamic Studies. “My mom was an alum, and [the Center for Arab and Islamic Studies] wasn’t here when she was here, so I was so happy,” Golden-Arabaty, a sophomore journalism and mass…
By Thomas Cottingham Features Assignment Editor After a large exposure with the Bonaventure student body, Olean rap group Microphone Mafia is back with another album. The group’s claim to fame on campus was discovered by their first mixtape and standout, Bona-related songs, “Bona Chick” and “Smart Girls Only,” released last year. The rap group consists…
By Lauren Zazzara Associate Editor Security guard John Brewer began working at Bonaventure in 2008. He worked basketball games part time, keeping students under control. “There’s some rules within the NCAA that have to be followed; no horns or whistles or that sort of thing is our main focus, as well as anyone that may…
The Residential Education Department held “Out At Bona’s,” the second Civil Dialogue the organization’s hosted this fall semester. The Oct. 6 event consisted of student and faculty members, all speaking about what it’s like to either exercise, come to terms with or reveal one’s sexual orientation on a college campus. The main speakers included Hilda…
By Yoselin Person Contributing Editor A statue can often showcase the connection its subject has to an area. The statue of Father Joseph Butler, located in front of Friedsam Memorial Library, reminds others of Butler’s connection to St. Bonaventure University. Erected on June 5, 1921, the statue speaks to Butler’s 31-year-long career at Bonaventure, during…
By Lian Bunny Co-Photo Editor St. Bonaventure’s campus got a little more colorful this past Saturday, Oct. 1. Embrace it Africa, a non-profit organization and Bonaventure club, hosted Color Me Happy run/walk. The group focuses on access to public health, public education and economic development in southern Uganda, Africa. Zach Rodriguez, ’09, one of the…
By Andrea Fernandes Associate Editor Duane Broadwell, the weekend bus driver, has experienced quite a bit during his time driving what students refer to as “the drunk bus.” For the past seven weeks, Broadwell has spent his Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights driving the bus that transports students between campus and town. He drives from…
Amy Passalugo said many of her friends call her story-writing process “crazy,” with the exception of two: Jacey and Liam. But that might just be because they’re confined to her head. Actually, both are the supporting, fictional characters to her recently published novel, “Stay Under the Stars.” Passalugo, class of ‘08, said both characters lived…
By Simone Robinson Staff Writer Camera For any fashion photo shoot, the most crucial item to have is a digital camera. Although a DSLR is ideal, be sure to keep in mind that quality is more important than quantity and, certainly, price. Instead of dropping over $800 on a fancy DSLR from brands like Nikon…
By Thomas Cottingham Features Assignment Editor After a five-year hiatus, indie folk band Bon Iver released one of its most ambitious albums yet, 22, A Million. The mastermind behind Bon Iver, lead singer and songwriter Justin Vernon, creates not only meaningful lyrics but powerful sounds that must coexist for his vision of the band’s sound.…
By Yoselin Person Contributing Writer The Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes, located south of Plassmann Hall, is one of the largest shrines at St. Bonaventure University. Being in a sacred place, it is considered as a place to go for meditation and for reflection. The grotto was built in 1925 by determined students at…
Embrace it Africa plans to add color to the lives of the Bonaventure community during its Color Me Happy run/walk on Saturday. The event, hosted by Embrace it Africa, will consist of a 2.5-mile color run on the Allegheny River Valley Trail, aiming to fundraise and gain support to aid growth in Uganda. Registration for…
There are a few ways to describe Dan Barry. He’s a Pulitzer Prize-winning author, New York Times columnist and a father of two. Still, though, in his lengthy list of personal and professional accomplishments, Barry puts one fact alongside the rest: He’s a Bonnie. Barry, class of ‘80, said coming back to campus is a…
By Javonna Simons Contributing Writer When left unsaid things can become surreal. You never experienced love so you don’t know how it feels. They tell you they mean well and even help you in times of need? But who do you call on when your voice becomes weak? It is a form of understanding, a…
By Simone Robinson Staff Writer Take your summer favorites to all new heights by combining them with fall’s hottest trends and staple wardrobe pieces! Skirt Pair your fall leather jacket with a printed midi or maxi skirt to add a bit of edge to your look for class or work. To add more of a…
Last Friday, Joe Peace heard a knock on the front door of his off-campus house, often referred to as Blue Garages. While Peace, a senior business management major, was expecting a new roommate, he said it turned out to be someone from campus security—who had a bone to pick about a recent advertisement Peace had…
By Thomas Cottingham Features Assignment Editor With the presidential election just a few months away, Los Angeles singer-rapper Ty Dolla $ign has strongly promoted one thing: voting. With the release of his new mixtape, Campaign, Ty Dolla hosted “Dolla Day,” a concert to encourage hip-hop fans to register to vote in the upcoming election. He…
By Jovanna Simmons Contributing Writer The past should not become the outline of your future. However, it should highlight the process of change, For it is obvious to understand your faults, to remove the bad from remaining the same. In a world of confusion, only the truth seems dark, But to grow and to mature…
By Thomas Cottingham Features Assignment Editor While traveling with fellow label mate Schoolboy Q of Top Dawg Entertainment earlier this year, newcomer and Tennessee rapper Isaiah Rashad was stuck in the mud. During the world tour, Rashad became hooked on hard drugs and alcohol. He slept on friends’ couches because he had no place to…
By Joshua Svetz Contributing Writer Pittsburgh rapper Mac Miller has had an intriguing and diverse career. From beginning as an indie hip-hop artist with Kids to an introspective artist with Faces, Miller has changed styles countless times. While most of his projects carry a burden of style-change growing pains, The Divine Feminine avoids the usual…