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Orientation team accepting applications

The 2023 orientation team Photo courtesy of @sbuorientation on Instagram BY: BROOKE JOHNPIER, STAFF WRITER The orientation team at St. Bonaventure University welcomes new students to campus, hoping to make them feel more connected to one another. Ryan Surmay, a senior strategic communication and digital media major, has been a part of the orientation program… Keep Reading

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WSBU 88.3 The Buzz heads to “Sin City” for Radio Row

Radio Row Campaign Poster  Photo Courtesy of WSBU The Buzz  BY: CASSIDEY KAVATHAS, ADVISORY EDITOR  “Are you ready for it?” Six members of WSBU 88.3 “The Buzz’s” staff could face Taylor Swift as they head to the world’s biggest stage. For the sixth time, third consecutively, “The Buzz”, St. Bonaventure University’s student-run radio station, will… Keep Reading

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Bonaventure students request ‘skeller swipes

An empty Rathskeller during a mens basketball game  Morgan Kilger/The Bona Venture BY: ELIZABETH KAMROWSKI, NEWS ASSIGNMENT EDITOR Students at St. Bonaventure University expressed concern as the Rathskeller stopped accepting meal swipes during men’s basketball games, which left limited late-night dining options.  Amanda Ippolito, a sophomore educational studies major, claims that meal swipes should continue… Keep Reading

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Residence life experiences staff changes

Doyle Hall David Scibilia/The Bona Venture BY: MORGAN KILGER, NEWS EDITOR Between the fall 2023 and spring 2024 semesters, Residence Life had multiple changes to its staffing. Several new resident assistants and one new resident director were hired.  Resident assistant turnover is expected between every semester. Kurt Stitzel, residence director for Robinson, Falconio and Doyle… Keep Reading

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Jason Amore named new VP for Advancement

Jason Amore Photo Courtesy of: St. Bonaventure University BY: JULIA BABCOCK, STAFF WRITER On Feb. 12, 2024, St. Bonaventure University will welcome Jason Amore as the new Vice President for Advancement.  Amore worked in university advancement for over 23 years, during which he has cultivated and closed more than $245,000,000 in philanthropic giving.   Originally from… Keep Reading

OPINION

Ravens Lamar Jackson is brutally overrated

LANDON WASHBURN, CONTRIBUTING WRITER Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons Despite being one of the most entertaining athletes in the league, Lamar Jackson is brutally overrated and will never win a Super Bowl. The Baltimore Ravens quarterback had another All-Pro season and is favored to win the Most Valuable Player Award yet again. He ranked at… Keep Reading

OPINION

It’s do or die for the New York Yankees in 2024

BY COLIN BISH, STAFF WRITER Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons Following the Yankees’ offseason acquisitions and recent in-season shortcomings, New York must prove they can make the World Series. I know it’s a tall task; “You know how hard it is to make the World Series?” many will say. But we’re talking about the New… Keep Reading

OPINION

Five tips for getting back into the swing of school

ISABEL MARZULLO, CONTRIBUTING WRITER Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons Some students may struggle with getting back into a schooling mindset after the winter break. For some students, getting back into a schooling mindset may mean finding a new routine; for others, it may mean finding a space to study. Regardless, this article provides five tips… Keep Reading

OPINION

Yes, the ‘Barbie’ movie is still relevant

BY: MORGAN KILGER, NEWS EDITOR Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons Like many girls my age, I saw the Barbie movie when it hit theaters over the summer. I have read or seen many different opinions of the film online. Most of them point out how relevant the movie is, which I agree with. Some of… Keep Reading

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Bonnies swimming and diving routs Canisius on Senior Day

Photo: St. Bonaventure Athletics BY NATHAN DONNELLY, SPORTS WRITER The St. Bonaventure men’s and women’s swimming and diving teams defeated Little Three rival Canisius at the Reilly Center this past Saturday.  Honored before the meet were the seniors of both teams, with eight senior men and six senior women.   Receiving recognition on the men’s side… Keep Reading

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Bonaventure outreach beyond New York

BonaResponds volunteers gutting a home during the 2023 winter trip to Pine Island, FloridaDavid Scibilia/The Bona Venture BY: BROOKE JOHNPIER, STAFF WRITER Every year, St. Bonaventure University conducts service trips to help people in need around the country and in other parts of the world. BonaResponds and University Ministries — both predominantly run by students… Keep Reading

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Ellie the therapy dog continues visits

Fragala and EllieDavid Scibilia/The Bona Venture BY: DAVID SCIBILIA, FEATURES EDITOR Friday mornings, Donna Dombek, an assistant professor for childhood education at St. Bonaventure University, has no issue with tardiness. Roughly a third of the class comes 10-15 minutes early — but not for extra help. Ellie, the therapy dog, has made routine visits the… Keep Reading

Preview: Bonnies’ two-game home stand concludes with VCU rematch Tuesday

PHOTO COURTESY OF GOBONNIES BY JONNY WALKER, ADVISORY EDITOR ST. BONAVENTURE, N.Y. — The St. Bonaventure men’s basketball team plays the second of its two-game home stand Tuesday night, hosting a rematch with Virginia Commonwealth in the Reilly Center. The Bonnies (12-7, 3-4 A-10) opened their Atlantic 10 Conference schedule with an 89-78 win over… Keep Reading

Recap: Banks’ 29 lead Bonnies past Hawks

PHOTO COURTESY OF GOBONNIES BY JONNY WALKER, ADVISORY EDITOR He did it again. Last season, Daryl Banks III dropped a career-high 36 points on Saint Joseph’s, giving the Hawks an extra-long flight back to Philadelphia. On national television Friday night, Banks eclipsed the 25-point mark for the first time this season, again sending the Hawks… Keep Reading

NEWS

Bonaventure mourns passing of alumni

Realbuto after receiving award Photo courtesy of Tom Missel BY: MORGAN KILGER, NEWS EDITOR On the evening of Jan. 19, the St. Bonaventure community rippled in shock as the news of Ryan Realbuto’s ‘23 passing spread.  News broke that Realbuto passed away at 9:15 p.m. as students and faculty settled down from the first week… Keep Reading

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Plassmann Hall renovations continue

Lounge on the second floor of Plassmann Hall Morgan Kilger/The Bona Venture BY: MORGAN KILGER, NEWS EDITOR With the spring 2024 semester, a new Plassmann Hall welcomed students and faculty with a fresh face. “It’s beautiful, it’s beautiful, it’s beautiful,” said Dr. Lauren Matz, an English and women’s studies professor.  The completion of these floors… Keep Reading

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Fr. Larry Ford named to Board of Trustees 

Fr. Larry Ford Photo Courtesy of Noticeboard BY: ELIZABETH KAMROWSKI, NEWS ASSIGNMENT EDITOR This past December, St. Bonaventure University’s Board of Trustees, appointed Fr. Larry Ford, who emphasizes guardianship and a unique Franciscan perspective for the university’s well-being.  Ford is the secretary of the province of our Lady of Guadalupe, an organization that works to… Keep Reading

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Warming House receives $4,000 grant

Warming House logo Photo Courtesy of Warming House website BY: BROOKE JOHNPIER, STAFF WRITER The Warming House, founded in 1974, recently received a $4,000 grant from the Dr. Lyle F. Renodin Foundation. The soup kitchen located in Olean, New York is currently the longest-running student-run kitchen in the country.  The Renodin Foundation provides grants for… Keep Reading

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