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…
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…
By Nicolette DiMura Staff Writer St. Bonaventure has several groups devoted to promoting diversity on campus, such as the Black Student Union (BSU), Latin American Student Organization (LASO) and Let’s Talk About It. BSU’s mission is to enrich St. Bonaventure with African American culture. Since this month is Black History Month, BSU has several upcoming…
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…
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…
Grab a bag of popcorn, a pair of sweats and a comfy seat, because the 87th Academy Awards, better known as The Oscars, are live this Sunday. The annual award show recognizes the best films from the previous year, and the winners receive the “Oscar statuette.” The show will begin at 8:30 p.m. on ABC.…
St. Bonaventure University’s Urban Art Club has expanded its horizons in recent months with new projects. Established in 2012, the organization brings students together through the use of art forms such as graffiti, hip hop and rap. The club aims to provide students with an outlet for expression while creating works of art. “The Urban…
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:…
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…
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…
It’s the season of candy hearts, flowers and oversized stuffed animals. Valentine’s Day is tomorrow, and couples will be showing their affection in a variety of ways. Dimly lit restaurants will be packed for romantic dinners, Reese’s Peanut Butter Hearts will be exchanged and movie theaters will be packed for the highly anticipated release of…
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…
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…
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…
The two-night AMC premiere of the new television drama “Better Call Saul” kicked off on Feb. 8. Raking in a total of 6.9 million viewers on the first night, the series has already broken the record for the largest cable audience of a premiere episode. Critics expect the show to have immense success. Perhaps the…
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…
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…
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…
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…
On Jan. 22, Father Dan Riley, O.F.M and Joe Flanagan, the head of alumni affairs, joined four St. Bonaventure students on a weekend ministry trip across the east coast. Nairee Taveras, a freshman strategic communications and digital media major, Mike Muffoletto, a sophomore marketing major, Brianna Wilson, a junior education major and Michael Specht, a…
