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91st Oscars smash through past failures

Honoring colored artists more than ever before The Academy Awards made its mark this past Sunday without a host for the first time in 30 years. Most viewers were expecting a train wreck, but the show went surprisingly well. Sites like Vogue, Vulture and Vice Media agreed that the Oscars should never have a host… Keep Reading

Columns/FEATURES

Ask a Bonnie: Dealing with “imposter syndrome”

I have MAJOR imposter syndrome. People older than me always praise me for doing well and people younger than me are constantly seeking my advice, but I hate it because I feel like I have no idea what I’m doing. How do I overcome self doubt and become more comfortable with the way other people… Keep Reading

Columns/FEATURES

Variance in decibels affects listeners’ overall experience

Multiple songs made by artists of today, such as Childish Gambino, Post Malone and Brandi Carlile, have followed the phenomena of the “loudness war” trend. This loudness trend focuses heavily on the dynamic range of a song being significantly compressed. The writer Geoffrey Morrison from CNET, a brand of CBS Interactive, explains this in simple… Keep Reading

Fashion/FEATURES

Patterned outfits in style this spring

Upcoming fashions pop with color and flare Although we seem to be traveling back in time when it comes to styles trending this spring, the trends we are seeing can be described as futuristic, naturalistic and artistic. As the harsh weather begins to warm up, put away those insulated, comforting oversized winter jackets, clunky boots… Keep Reading

FEATURES

Poetry slams showcase intersectionality

Events call out racism and strenghten English skills Two poetry events were held on campus this week,giving students the opportunity to partake in the creative expression of others along with enhancing their own writing skills. On Tuesday, Residential Living and Campus Activities Recreation and Leadership (C.A.R.L.) sponsored an event in the Trustee’s Room in Doyle… Keep Reading

Club Corner/FEATURES

Club Corner: Medical Emergencies Response Team

Medical Emergencies Response Team, MERT, is an on-campus emergency response service that ensures Bonnies’ urgent medical care when they need it. Currently, the chief of MERT is Christian Kostowniak, a senior biology major, and the assistant chief is Hamaad Khan, a junior psychology major, among a number of officers. This club offers a unique experience,… Keep Reading

Lacrosse/SPORTS

Men’s Lacrosse seeing early improvements

Despite an 0-3 record, the Bonnies’ young core are enjoying the ride As a bitter winter continues in New York, the spring lacrosse season gets underway. The St. Bonaventure men’s lacrosse team made their collegiate Division I and conference debut in the span of two weeks. The season for the Bonnies has been a roller… Keep Reading

Extra Point/SPORTS

The (sometimes) disappointing wolfpack

As I sat on press row during last Wednesday’s men’s basketball game, I turned to my right to make a comment to Jeff Uveino, the sports editor for The Intrepid, another campus media outlet. My comment was something along the lines of, “This student section is pathetic,” and that wasn’t the first time this thought… Keep Reading

NEWS

Res Ed changing housing lottery system

St. Bonaventure’s Residential Education department will introduce a new housing lottery system this year for students to select rooms for fall 2019. The new lottery system will be completely upon class rank and total credit hours. Previously, all students who paid a housing deposit received a lottery number. The number could then lower with GPA… Keep Reading

NEWS

Mark Schmidt makes Bonaventure history

203rd win secures the men’s basketball coach’s legacy on campus Long before the buzzer sounded in the St. Bonaventure men’s basketball teams 79-56 rout over George Mason on Sunday, one could hear Bonnies fans cheer with great excitement, knowing they witnessed history. This was a day 12 years in the making. A day that head… Keep Reading

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Bona’s students to attend Charles H. Wright museum

Black History Month honored with trip to Detroit African American museum Tomorrow, a group of St. Bonaventure students will take a bus ride to Detroit, Michigan, where they will be visiting the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History in honor of Black History Month. “The trip came to fruition with the support of… Keep Reading

NEWS

MERT brings Narcan to St. Bonaventure campus

America’s opioid epidemic gets too close for comfort In an opioid-related emergency, students on campus are trained to administer Narcan, a drug with life-saving potential. Narcan has the potential to reverse the effects of an opioid overdose in dire situations. “Narcan is an opioid antagonist. Narcan replaces the active opioid on a receptor site, so… Keep Reading

OPINION

McCarrick laicization could be ineffective

On Feb. 16, the Vatican announced that former Cardinal Theodore McCarrick had been laicized – that is, removed from the clerical state. Last summer, the allegations of sexual abuse and assault against McCarrick had sparked a crisis in the American church, alongside the Pennsylvania Grand Jury Report that documented numerous cases of sexual abuse by… Keep Reading

OPINION

Parkland shooting still leaving questions

Dec. 14, 2012, 9:32 a.m., “Mr. Locke is in the building, this is not a drill,” echoed from the loud speaker of my middle school. Two and a half hours of bewilderment later, the lockdown is over, and nobody in the building is hurt. Four miles away, a different story unfolded; 20 children and six… Keep Reading

OPINION

St. Bonaventure needs to raise dean’s list criteria

Campus needs to hold its students to a higher standard In my two-year search for a university that could make me feel at home while all the same pushing me to be my finest person, I settled upon St. Bonaventure because of the SBU bowls served in the Hickey Dining Hall, the small intimate campus… Keep Reading

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Presidents Day provokes discussion

Should universities cancel in honor of past and present presidents? High schools and workplaces around the country closed Monday for Presidents Day. While recognized by schools and companies, it seems most universities did not cancel classes for the day. In many articles online, college students have discussed the concern about not having the holiday off.… Keep Reading

Columns/FEATURES

BonaResponds: Bees teach unity

I watched a really cool Ted Talk this week about honeybees a BonaResponds leader sent to me. He said I would enjoy it, and he was right. In fact, I have found myself thinking of it repeatedly over the past few days. We probably all know honeybees have had a rough time. Bee experts suggest… Keep Reading

Fashion/FEATURES

Bold and bright will make a statement this spring

With spring just weeks away, fashion trends will be throwing away boring, dark tones and welcoming the bright and vibrant. Spring fashion brings in fun patterns, pastel colors and everything it can to make your wardrobe happy again. When a new season approaches, there are always going to be new trends. This coming spring there… Keep Reading

FEATURES

Unsung Hero: Director of Disability Services

Adriane Spencer is a crucial member in leveling the academic playing fields for students, providing accommodations and a welcoming ear for anyone who needs it. She has been a member of the St. Bonaventure community since her time as an undergraduate student. She received her undergraduate degree in elementary education, along with a master’s degree… Keep Reading

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