Recap: Bonaventure MBB Defeats Big Four Rival Buffalo, Remains Undefeated at Home
Photo: St. Bonaventure Athletics BY: ANDREW HALE, EDITOR-IN-CHIEF The St. Bonaventure men’s basketball team picked up its ninth win of the season, … Keep Reading
Nicholson jersey dedication conflicts with spring break
This editorial represents the opinion of The Bona Venture staff. The number 44 means something special to Bonnies, but the Bonnie who made that number meaningful is even more special to our campus community. On Saturday, Andrew Nicholson’s jersey will be retired before the final men’s basketball home game of the regular season. Nicholson will,… Keep Reading
Dear BV
“I’m diagnosing myself with a serious case of Senioritis! I want to enjoy my last few weeks at Bona’s, but lately I’m just not motivated. What can I do to avoid feeling like this?” ________ Your time in the Bona Bubble may be drawing to a close, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t enjoy the… Keep Reading
Bonnies hold on to defeat Duquesne
By Taylor Nigrelli Sports Editor The Bonnies (16-10, 6-6) ran their conference record back to .500 for the first time in over a month as they defeated Duquesne (11-14, 3-9) 71-67 at the Reilly Center Wednesday. The win marked the third in a row for the Bonnies, who had previously not won consecutive conference games.… Keep Reading
Bowker leads young Bonnies
By Zach Waltz Sports Assignment Editor Senior forward Chelsea Bowker is leading the women’s basketball team far past expectations this season, as they were predicted to finish towards the bottom of the Atlantic 10 The Bonnies are 19-7 on the season with an 8-3 record in conference play, putting them in second place behind the… Keep Reading
St. Bonaventure again named a ‘Tree Campus’
By Lian Bunny Assistant News Editor For the fourth consecutive year, the Arbor Day Foundation has named St. Bonaventure University a Tree Campus USA school, acknowledging achievements made during 2013. The Arbor Day Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to conservation and education with a mission to inspire people to plan, nurture and celebrate… Keep Reading
Stock Box: Good news boosts markets
By Sean Corey Contributing Writer Markets have been up this week based on a series of positive economic numbers. Both the long and energy fund rebounded from last week’s losses. Chinese exports and imports rose around seven percent, easing fears of a Chinese economic slowdown. Congress also passed a debt resolution earlier this week, erasing… Keep Reading
Mock Trial advances to compete for national competition
By Hannah Gordon News Assignment Editor For the first time in St. Bonaventure history, the Mock Trial team won their regional tournament and is headed to the national competition. Ten students competed at the State University of New York College at Buffalo with guidance from their adviser, Steven Nuttall, professor of philosophy. Members… Keep Reading
Damietta Center, ASIA celebrate Chinese New Year
By Amelia Kibbe Features Assignment Editor Although America welcomed the beginning of a new year more than a month ago, the celebration is just wrapping up for the Chinese. The Chinese New Year began on Jan. 31 and the celebration continues through tonight. On Monday, through the efforts of the Damietta Center and… Keep Reading
Board approves $7.25 million overhaul for Robinson, Falconio
By Julia Mericle Staff Writer The Board of Trustees of St. Bonaventure University has given approval to proceed with major renovations to Robinson and Falconio halls, as well as smaller upgrades to Devereux Hall. Vice President Rick Trietley spoke about the upcoming project at the Student Government Association (SGA) meeting Tuesday, noting the… Keep Reading
Housing change to require freshmen, sophomores live on campus
By Kevin Rogers Editor-In-Chief Most freshman and sophomore students will be required to live on campus effective fall 2014 under a change to St. Bonaventure’s housing residency requirements. Lifting its policy of permitting students of all years to live off campus, the university will require freshman and sophomore students to live in campus housing for… Keep Reading
University moving to develop Instagram account
By Kiara Catanzaro News Editor Beginning next semester, students, faculty and alumni will be able to view photos of St. Bonaventure University through 19 different filters. At the end of the spring 2014 semester, workers in the office of marketing and communications will move on plans to develop a university Instagram account. … Keep Reading
Geiger ‘cannonballs’ into Bonaventure
By Emma Zaremba Features Editor “I’m gonna muster every ounce of confidence I have, for you I will.” Tuesday evening, singer-songwriter Teddy Geiger performed on campus in the Rathskeller. Earlier in the school year, the Campus Activities Board (CAB) sought out the artist, who’s originally from Rochester, N.Y. Geiger, whose career took off at… Keep Reading
Hall enlightens with one-woman show
By Alexandra Salerno Advisory Editor “And ain’t I a woman? I have borne thirteen children, and seen most all sold off to slavery, and when I cried out with my mother’s grief, none but Jesus heard me! And ain’t I a woman?” The famous words, spoken by former slave and human rights advocate Sojourner… Keep Reading
Czech it out
By Harrison Leone Czech Correspondent It was a dismal, rain-soaked morning, and my roommates and I had just spent the better part of an hour wandering around southern Budapest looking in vain for our bus to Prague. It was 8:45. Our bus was scheduled to leave at 9. We happened upon a young couple… Keep Reading
Love it or hate it, it’s still an obsession
By Betsy Pray Staff Writer Guess what day it is? As an unofficial holiday, sandwiched between the holiday season and the start of spring, Valentine’s Day is commonly seen as a day consisting of cards, flowers, romantic comedies and plenty of chocolate. According to official Valentine’s Day statistics from statisticsbrain.com, Americans spend an average… Keep Reading
Beyond the blackboard
By Alexandra Salerno Advisory Editor “Aristotle once said, ‘politics is the art of the possible,’” Barry Gan, professor of philosophy and St. Bonaventure faculty senate chair said. “People don’t think of the senate as being art, but I think there is some art involved in trying to find out what’s possible.” The faculty senate… Keep Reading
A different kind of toy story
By Pat Tintle Staff Writer Who hasn’t played with Legos? It seems like everyone at one point in his or her life had some form of the brick-shaped toys. Whether it be with the Star Wars series, Harry Potter or just the plain old bricks, Lego has left its mark on nearly everyone’s childhood… Keep Reading
Letter to the Editor: Feb, 14 2014
In regards to an opinion piece, titled “Unapologetic WolfPack,” published online on Feb. 6, 2014. As I was the focus of this exercise in opinionated homerism, allow me an opportunity to defend myself, given that Mr. Laurrie went so far as to question my ability to uphold journalistic integrity over a series of Tweets he’s… Keep Reading
Students need varied housing choices
Even numbers not always the best option for dorm life Many things come in even numbers. Noah packed his ark with animals paired by twos. Cars have four wheels. Eggs are packed by the dozen. However, this is not ideal for Bonaventure’s housing options. Adding more variety to the housing options would reduce pre-housing application… Keep Reading
Bonnies recognize value of volunteerism
NFL linebacker rewards students who offer time, not money This past weekend, Buffalo Bills player Arthur Moats made the trip to campus to talk to members of the St. Bonaventure community. This was all the result of volunteering, or at least the pledge to do so. In partnership with The United Way and VolunTeen Nation,… Keep Reading