RECAP: Bonaventure WBB Comes Back to Beat Canisius
Photo: St. Bonaventure Athletics BY: AIDAN SHINNERS, STAFF WRITER The St. Bonaventure University women’s basketball defeated Little Three rival Canisius University on … Keep Reading
Senior swimmer reflects on time as a Bonnie
By Emily Mulcahey Staff Writer After leaving the not-quite-real-world realm of college student life, it is not unlikely to succumb to the 5 a.m. work out crowd. The average twenty something year old may cringe at the sound of that early alarm or may even have to crawl on all fours to the gym. 5… Keep Reading
Icemen look to end season in winning fashion
By Gavin Lindahl Sports Assignemnt Editor With seven points (four goals and three assists) in his last five games, freshmen forward Andrew Farnham has been one of the club hockey team’s bright spots in an otherwise forgettable and bleak season. According to Farnham, his goals come the old fashioned way by getting to the dirty… Keep Reading
Sophomore plays for love of the game
When considering St. Bonaventure basketball this season, names such as Marcus Posley and Dion Wright come to mind, but not that of walk-on sophomore guard Quentin Weinerman. But for the smallest, shortest player on the St. Bonaventure roster, the road to Olean has been one filled with highs and lows, great accomplishments and devastating setbacks.… Keep Reading
Bonnies prep for tournament
By Nick Konotopskyj Dynasty. It is a word that does not get thrown around too often in sports. It is reserved for teams who sustain long-term success over their competition. Starting Feb. 18, the Bonnies will be looking for their third straight Atlantic 10 Championship, which is a feat that has never been accomplished by any… Keep Reading
Love will keep us together
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… Keep Reading
Presidents forgotten on their own day
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… Keep Reading
Dare to be average
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… Keep Reading
Enticing exhibit opens
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… Keep Reading
Bona’s hosts Turnitin session
By Bryce Spadafora Contributing Writer “Plagiarism is the fear of a blank page.” If this quote were not attributed to philosopher Mokokoma Mokhonoana, it would be plagiarism. Associate library director Ann Tenglund and instructional technology support Karla Bright hosted a Turnitin Workshop for faculty and staff on Tuesday. The workshop focused on the plagiarism checking… Keep Reading
CPRC hosts non-profit panel
According to Lana Benatovich and Isabel Miller, neither expected to devote their lives to non-profit volunteer work. Benatovich worked as an educator for several years before working for non-profits, while Miller climbed the corporate ladder in New York City. Both women, however, found professional success working for non-profits, and on Wednesday afternoon, Feb. 11… Keep Reading
Better watch “Breaking Bad” spinoff
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… Keep Reading
Bona’s to announce online graduate program
By Julia Mericle News Assignment Editor St. Bonaventure is in the process of developing “The Gospel Vision of St. Francis,” a massively open online course (MOOC). A MOOC is a course that will be offered to an unlimited amount of people online and is not restricted to Bonaventure students. Michael Hoffman, associate provost and chief… Keep Reading
Grammy greatness
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… Keep Reading
New chef, new food: The Clubhouse aims to make menu healthier
By Lian Bunny News Editor Presentation and flavor. These are the two aspects that allow Mat Snyder, the new chef at The Clubhouse Restaurant, to call himself an artist. “I wouldn’t put anything out that I wouldn’t put my name on and that’s what keeps me excited, trying new things,” Snyder said. “It makes things… Keep Reading
With a little help from my friends
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… Keep Reading
Quick Center to host anniversary dance party
By Lauren Zazzara Features Assignment Editor Start stretching and working on your moves, because the Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts is having a dance party on Tuesday, Feb. 24 at 8 p.m. The party is part of a week-long celebration of The Quick Center’s 20th anniversary. The building was completed in Jan. 1995.… Keep Reading
Women’s basketball team thinks pink
The St. Bonaventure women’s basketball team celebrated ” Think Pink” day on Sunday during its game against the Rhode Island Rams. “Think Pink” day is an event where Bonnies raise money by selling pink T-shirts, and raffles sponsoring awareness and support the fight against breast cancer. The Bonnies women won the game 73-59, and “Think… Keep Reading
Alumnus to speak at leadership conference
By Riley Eike Staff Writer Next week marks the second annual Building Extraordinary Leaders sessions. This series of presentations allow students to talk to a St. Bonaventure alumus who has found great success outside the “Bona Bubble.” This year, the faculty of the School of Arts and Sciences picked Thomas M. Marra, president and chief… Keep Reading
Building construction complete: Bank staffers start moving into processing plant President’s Day weekend
By Rachel Konieczny Assistant News Editor Community Bank staff will begin work at the company’s new facility. “We look forward to a bright future here and in all the markets we serve.” Those are the words that Brian Donahue, Bonaventure alumnus and executive vice president and chief banking officer of Community Bank N.A. said about… Keep Reading
Hughes taught pupils with unique panache
By Taylor Nigrelli Digital Media Strategist When news of Dr. Roderick Hughes’ death spread through social media this week, I was struck by the variety of ways he seemed to have touched lives. Some lauded his kindness, others his humor, others still his unique teaching style. To me, it was both his near-constant questioning of… Keep Reading