Sneak Peak: Documentary Featuring Bonaventure’s Men’s Basketball Team
BY: MORGAN KILGER/FEATURES EDITOR The St. Bonaventure University’s men’s basketball team has impacted both the university and Franciscan values for decades. The … Keep Reading
Brown and White head to Notre Dame
By Taylor Nigrelli Assistant Sports Editor The men’s and women’s cross country teams traveled to Notre Dame Thursday to participate in the National Catholic Championships after finishing second in the Little Three Invitational two weeks ago. The race, featuring over 30 catholic colleges from all over the country, is set to go off at 5… Keep Reading
Bonnies to host SBU Fall Classic
By Harrison Leone Contributing Writer The nascent men’s tennis team returned from Maryland this past weekend after facing the Naval Academy, Temple and Delaware in the Navy Blue Invitational Tournament in Annapolis. The Bonnies host Robert Wesleyan College and Niagara University for the SBU Fall Classic Sept. 28-30. “We looked okay, not great, but not… Keep Reading
Shinagawa is the clear choice for 23rd Congressional District
By Ryan DeOrdio Staff Writer Nate Shinagawa, Democratic candidate for New York’s 23rd congressional seat, answers an environmental policy question as he cites pro-green technology statistics. He stops mid-sentence and asks for a fact check. Within minutes, his statements debunked. It’s better than he thought. A $1 million investment in green energy creates 16.7 jobs,… Keep Reading
Bin Laden raid book shouldn’t be censored
By Nate West News Assignment Editor They were sworn to secrecy. Maybe that’s why Mark Owen’s book, “No Easy Day: The Firsthand Account of the Mission that Killed Osama bin Laden,” is receiving such heat. The book is receiving criticism from former Navy SEALs and government officials. George E. Little, press secretary for the U.S.… Keep Reading
Mountain takes ministry on the road
By Matthew Laurrie Features Assignment Editor St. Bonaventure’s spiritual outreach extends beyond meetings held in the Thomas Merton Center, hymns heard in the university chapel and the majestic peacefulness of the Allegheny Mountains. The Bonaventure connection stretches far and wide across the country, and one program has made its mission to unite alumni and students… Keep Reading
CPRC invites students to open house
By Mike Specht Contributing writer The Career and Professional Readiness Center (CPRC) plans to hold its open house Wednesday afternoon. From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., students are encouraged to stop by room 231 in the Reilly Center. Connie Whitcomb, director of the CPRC, has various events lined up for the event. Whitcomb said a… Keep Reading
Voters need to learn the facts about the candidates before speaking
By Taylor Nigrelli Assistant Sports Editor It’s impossible not to be bombarded by coverage of the presidential election every four years., The circus known as primary season causes the election’s to dominate of mainstream media to span over a year. The mudslinging, verbal mishaps and overall negativity of politics turns what should be an exciting… Keep Reading
Movies provide added insight to freshmen read
By Alexandra Napoli Contributing Writer Students who enjoy both movies and books are able to come together and share similar interests. Throughout the year, a selection of three films will be shown in the Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts on Thursdays at 4 p.m. While each movie is different, one quality brings them… Keep Reading
NBC made wrong choice on 9/11 coverage
By Emily Sullivan Opinion Editor I was in fourth grade on 9/11/01. I didn’t understand what was going on. My father had told me that some bad men crashed their planes into some buildings in New York City. He said a lot of people were hurt. I sat in front of the TV and watched… Keep Reading
‘Avatar’ director should focus on quality over cashflow
By Kevin Rogers Assistant Opinion Editor James Cameron is poised to dethrone George Lucas as the “Biggest Money Grabber in Film History.” James Cameron, looking to make a guaranteed multi-billion dollar empire off his 2009 hit “Avatar,” has announced his plans for building the world of “Avatar” on the big screen. Cameron is filming two… Keep Reading
Hospitality unites campus community
By Kiara Catanzar0 Contributing Writer With homework, sports, part-time jobs and extracurricular activities, it’s hard for students to find time to socialize with their peers. Hospitality Nights give students that chance. Hospitality Night occurs every Wednesday at 9 p.m. in the residence halls across campus. The idea comes from Nichole Gonzalez, executive director of Residential… Keep Reading
Bonaventure’s unsung heroes: A BV series
Nancy Ryan and Courtney Callahan By Kerri Linsenbigler Features Editor On Fridays, nearly 1,200 workers on Bonaventure’s campus eagerly await their paychecks. The hard-earned money may go toward bills, books or even entertainment. If it weren’t for Nancy Ryan and Courtney Callahan, however, none of these things could be accomplished. Callahan, the payroll clerk, manages… Keep Reading
Author empowers students
By Gavin Lindahl Contributing Writer New York Times best-selling author LouAnne Johnson visited Bonaventure Monday to address students and faculty regarding the importance of student-teacher relations in the Walsh Amphitheater. “If there’s no trust, there is no learning. It’s kind of common sense,” Johnson said. Johnson began teaching as an intern in 1989, instructing a… Keep Reading
Bona’s starts semester by building toward future
By Emmariah Holcomb Staff Writer For most universities, fall semester brings new classes and challenges, but this year St. Bonaventure can add construction to its list. Over the summer, building began on the William E. & Ann L. Swan business school. “The Swan center will be the 21st century version of the academic buildings,”… Keep Reading
#KLGandHodaU
Kathie Lee Gifford and Hoda Kotb of the “Today Show” are searching for a spirited college to broadcast from in early October. To enter, tweet using #KLGandHodaU to show your Bona pride! The contest ends Sunday, Sept. 16, so tweet away! @ESorokes015 “I love that they seem like two best friends just hanging out talking… Keep Reading
Democratic congressional candidate visits campus
Nate Shinagawa, a 2012 Democratic candidate for the newly-formed 23rd Congressional District of New York, brought his campaign to campus Wednesday. Shinagawa met with a small group of students and faculty members in the University Club. He discussed his stance on issues facing not only students and local residents, but on national and international issues.… Keep Reading
SBU Theater trades “Carol” for one-acts
By Mary Best Managing Editor SBU Theater has canceled their winter production of “A Christmas Carol” in lieu of a one-act play festival titled “Knowing and Un-Knowing.” Ed. Simone, director of the theater program, changed the show as a result of the turnout at last week’s auditions for “A Christmas Carol.” “Although we had… Keep Reading
Previous basketball success has little impact on recruitment
By Nate West News Assignment Editor The loss of Andrew Nicholson to the NBA, along with the graduation of Jake Houseknecht and Da’Quan Cook, left some positions that needed filling on the men’s basketball roster. After a successful season last year, an Atlantic 10 Championship victory and an NCAA Tournament birth, most people would… Keep Reading
First group to enroll in new JMC major
By Kristie Schiefer Assistant News Editor After two years in the making, St. Bonaventure University enrolled its Strategic Communication and Digital Media (SCDM) class this year in the Russell J. Jandoli School of Journalism and Mass Communication. SCDM equips students with the practical skills and ethical decision-making needed to guide the future of interpersonal,… Keep Reading
Former JMC position to be filled
By Kristie Schiefer Assistant News Editor Russell J. Jandoli School of Journalism and Mass Communication associate professor and Pulitzer Prize winner John Hanchette retired last year, leaving his position to be filled. The new faculty member will teach in the broadcast curriculum, particularly in broadcast seminar and in the remote broadcast facility, according to… Keep Reading