SPOTLIGHT - Free Faculty & Staff Photo Shoot Scheduled for Sept. 7 & 8

Admissions Welcomes Prospective Students

Rock Wall Now Open in Richter Center

Richter Center Group Exercise Classes Start Today

Skeller Events

Australia/New Zealand Info Session

'Child Soldiers' to Kick Off All Bonaventure Views Festival

REPEAT ANNOUNCEMENTS

Sept. 11, 2011, Statement from Franciscan Community

Shay-Lo to Host Two-Day Blood Drive

Fr. Mychal Judge Memorabilia Missing

Family Weekend Golf Tee Times

The Step Team Wants You!

BonaFit T-Shirt Richter Center Drawing Winners

Intercollegiate Athletics Strategic Planning Committee Formed

Study Abroad Info Sessions

Movie Tickets

September Employee Spotlight Winner

SGA Meeting

Organizational Fair

University Masses on Campus

Wellness Wednesday — BonaFit Tip of the Day

SGA Looking for Students

The Notice Board is Now Available on Twitter

Learn More About Studying Abroad in Perugia

FREE FACULTY & STAFF PHOTO SHOOT SCHEDULED FOR SEPT. 7 & 8

Photographer Craig Melvin, the official photographer for the Buffalo Bills and an SBU adjunct for J/MC this semester, will be on campus Sept. 7 and 8 for a free photo shoot for faculty and staff. The head-and-shoulders photos will be used by the Communications Office for web and print applications. This is a great opportunity for new University employees to have a high-quality photo taken by an exceptional photographer.

The photo shoot will be held in the Reilly Center’s Athletics Hall of Fame on:

• Wednesday, Sept. 7, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• Thursday, Sept. 8, from noon to 4 p.m.

There is no fee and no appointment is necessary. There may be a small wait, but each session will take only minutes.

The photo shoot is open to all University employees, not just new hires. If it’s time to update your old photo, this is your chance.

Tom Donahue
Office of Communications

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ADMISSIONS WELCOMES PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS

Help us make our guests feel welcome!

Visiting campus today are...

Anna Martin, a prospective freshman from Hawthorne Wood, Il., interested in Biology;

Kalet Lenart, a prospective freshman from Cicero, N.Y., undecided interest;

Haley Rice, a prospective freshman from Kenmore, N.Y., interested in Physical Education;

Nicole Sands, a prospective freshman from Medina, N.Y., undecided interest;

Aubrey Flanigan, a prospective freshman from Livonia, N.Y., interested in Biology;

Brian Bloomfield, a prospective freshman from Blasdell, N.Y., interested in Secondary Education;

Dileydia Mendoza, a prospective freshman from Baynone, N.J., interested in Accounting;

Amanda Miller, a prospective freshman from Brewerton, N.Y., interested in Pre-med.

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ROCK WALL NOW OPEN IN RICHTER CENTER

The Rock Wall is now open in the Richter Center. Here are the times you may come and climb.

Sunday 8-10 p.m.
Monday 8-10 p.m.
Tuesday 4-6 p.m.
Wednesday 8-10 p.m.
Thursday 8-10 p.m.
Friday 3-5 p.m.

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RICHTER CENTER GROUP EXERCISE CLASSES START TODAY

Group Exercise Schedule:

Monday

Pilates 12:10-12:40 p.m.
Belly Dancing 3 p.m.
Ab Lab 4:30 p.m.
Self Defense (Krav Maga) 5:15 p.m.

Tuesday

Pilates 12:10-12:40 p.m.
Ab Lab 4:30 p.m.
Zumba (live instructor) 5:15 p.m.

Wednesday

Pilates 12:10-12:40 p.m.
Ab Lab 4:30 p.m.
Self Defense (Krav Maga) 5:15 p.m.

Thursday

Pilates 12:10-12:40 p.m.
Ab Lab 4:30 p.m.
Zumba (live instructor) 5:15 p.m.

Friday

Pilates 12:10-12:40 p.m.
Fitness Friday 3 p.m. (will be announced weekly on Notice-Board)
Ab Lab 4 p.m.

Classes continue until October 7. We will assess the schedule and attendance at that point.

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SKELLER EVENTS

Monday, September 5
Ping Pong Tournament
8:30 p.m.

Tuesday, September 6
Closed

Wednesday, September 7
Open Mic
9 p.m.-12 a.m.

Thursday, September 8
NFL Kick Off/Free Wings
8:30 p.m.

Friday, September 9
Senior Social
5-8 p.m.

Saturday, September 10
College Football
7 p.m.-2 a.m.

Sunday, September 11
Closed

Stephen Kuchera
Assistant Director of Activities, Recreation, and Leadership

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AUSTRALIA/NEW ZEALAND INFO SESSION

Students interested in semester study to SBU-approved programs in Australia and New Zealand are reminded that the information session will be Tuesday, September 6, in RC 211 at 4 p.m. Program overviews and application processes will be discussed.

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‘CHILD SOLDIERS’ TO KICK OFF ALL BONAVENTURE VIEWS FESTIVAL

Three movies whose themes complement the 2011-12 All Bonaventure Reads book (“Little Princes: One Man’s Promise to Bring Home the Lost Children of Nepal”) have been selected for the upcoming All Bonaventure Views film festival.

The campus community is invited to the following viewings in the Rigas Theater:

6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 7 — “Returned: Child Soldiers of Nepal’s Maoist Army” tells the personal story of Nepali boys and girls as they attempt to rebuild their lives after fighting a Maoist revolution. Through the voices of former child soldiers, the film examines why these children joined the Maoists and explores the prevention of future recruitment.

4 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 14 — “Everest: Beyond the Limit” was a Discovery Channel mini-series. With unusually severe weather and heartbreaking circumstances, this expedition up the world’s tallest peak becomes fraught with unexpected perils, leading to an emotional journey full of fear, hardship, exhaustion, disappointment and unforgettable triumphs.

4 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 21 — “Call + Response” is a first-of-its-kind feature documentary about present-day human trafficking. Luminaries on the issue, including Cornel West, Madeleine Albright and Daryl Hannah, offer first-hand accounts of this 21st century trade. West draws parallels between the music of the American slaves and the chart-topping hits of today, with performances in the film by such artists as Moby, Switchfoot, Five for Fighting, and Matisyahu.

First-year students who attend the film festival should adhere their Quick Center theater stub to their Passport book.

Highlighting the All Bonaventure Reads fall programming will be a Monday, Sept. 26, campus visit by “Little Princes” author Conor Grennan, during which he’ll give a public presentation at 7 p.m. in the Reilly Center Arena.

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SEPT. 11, 2001, 10TH ANNIVERSARY STATEMENT FROM FRANCISCAN COMMUNITY

As the 10th anniversary of the attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, approaches, the international Franciscan community continues to urge the "creation of new paths to peace."

Read the following statement, written in part by SBU's Fr. Michael Calabria, sent from Franciscan communities in the Unites States and Britain by clicking here.

You can also read an overview of SBU's activities to commemorate the 10th anniversary here.

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SHAY-LO TO HOST TWO DAY BLOOD DRIVE

The American Red Cross is hosting a blood drive from 1-6 p.m. on Sept. 6-7 in the Shay-Loughlen lobby. One lucky blood donor will win a pair of tickets to the Patriots-Bills game in Buffalo on Sunday, Sept. 25.

Donors must be 17 years old (16 with parental permission); meet weight and height requirements (110 pounds or more if you are 19 or older, more specific if under 19); and be in generally good health. Identification is required at the time of donation. Walk-ins are welcome.

Office of Communications

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FR. MYCHAL JUDGE MEMORABILIA MISSING

A box of items which belonged to Fr. Mychal Judge, OFM, was borrowed from the University Archives near the end of the Spring Semester and not returned. The box is "#20", a light green container. If you know of its current location, please return it to the Archives or let Dennis Frank (x2322, dfrank@sbu.edu) know so that he can retrieve it.

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FAMILY WEEKEND GOLF TEE TIMES

Students can now sign up for tee times for the annual Family Weekend Golf Tournament. Sign up at the front desk of the Richter Center for you, your friends and family members. Green fees are waived but carts are $13 on a first-come first-serve basis.

Rob DeFazio

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THE STEP TEAM WANTS YOU!

Step Team tryouts will be held on Sunday, Sept. 11, from
2-4 p.m. in the Richter Center Dance Room.

If you are ready to become part of a great team that promotes diversity, performs at various school events, and competes with other colleges to showcase our talent, come try out!

No experience needed!

Sincerely,
The SBU Step Team

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BONAFIT T-SHIRT RICHTER CENTER DRAWING WINNERS

Each month the BonaFit Wellness committee will be giving out five BonaFit t-shirts to employees who were selected from a drawing of all SBU employees who use the Richter Center during the month.

The winners for August are:

Scott Craver
Tiara Johnson
Dave Levine
John Mulryan
Patty Shumway

The winners can pick up their t-shirt from Carrie Fidurko in the Richter Center Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Keep Striving for the Best U.
The BonaFit Employee Wellness Committee

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INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS STRATEGIC PLANNING COMMITTEE FORMED

St. Bonaventure University Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, Michael Fischer, Ph.D., announced today the creation of a strategic planning committee on intercollegiate athletics.

“The creation of this committee is the next step in our University-wide strategic planning effort,” said Fischer. “Following the Board of Trustees June approval of the five-year financial forecast and strategic plan, Becoming Extraordinary 2015, we now have the framework in place that enables us to engage in an aligned planning initiative for intercollegiate athletics that supports the University’s priorities and vision for the future.”

Please click here to read the full release.

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STUDY ABROAD INFO SESSIONS

SBU students interested in learning about 60-plus opportunities for short or long term study abroad options are invited to attend the following sessions, all to be held in Reilly Center 211 at 4 p.m. on:

Tues., Sept. 6: Australia/New Zealand Semester programs
Tues., Sept. 13: Spain and other non-English speaking programs
Tues., Sept. 20: Ireland and other non-English speaking programs
Tues., Sept. 27: Financial Aid for Study Abroad session

Programs are available to students from all majors; internship and service are included in many.

See: www.sbu.edu/intstudies for overviews.

Find us on Facebook: St. Bonaventure Study Abroad.

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MOVIE TICKETS

Carmike Cinemas Movie Ticket Information sponsored by the Campus Activities Board, (CAB):

Tickets will be on sale now in the Reilly Center, Room 208 M-F 8:45 a.m.-4:45 p.m.

Limit (2) tickets per person per week
$5.00 SBU Undergraduate Students
$7.50 SBU Faculty, Staff, and Graduate Students
Tickets are not valid for 3-D movies
Must present SBU ID at purchase.

For more information, please contact the Center for Activities, Recreation and Leadership at 716-375-2506.

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SEPTEMBER EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT WINNER

Check out the September Employee Spotlight winner, Carol Fischer of the School of Business, and her Q & A about how she maintains a healthy lifestyle.

To access the wellness page: go to my.sbu.edu, click on “Employee” then “Wellness” under General Links.

The Wellness Employee Spotlight is a new feature that will highlight a different SBU employee every month and his or her wellness accomplishments. Don't forget to nominate a fellow SBU employee for the “Employee Spotlight” feature on the BonaFit employee wellness program webpage.

Keep Striving for the Best U.
The BonaFit Employee Wellness Committee

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SGA MEETING

The St. Bonaventure Student Government Association (SGA) will hold its first meeting of the year on Monday, Sept. 5, 2011 at 8:30 p.m. in the Doyle Dining Room.

All SGA meetings are open to the University community. Please dress business casual.

Monday’s agenda will include discussion on the following topics:

- Freshmen Election information
- Open student committee representative appointment
- ASGA (American Student Government Association) discussion
- Information about Club Presentations (start 9/19)
- Charity Event brainstorming session
- President Obama White House College Initiative

If you have any questions, please contact: sga@sbu.edu.

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ORGANIZATIONAL FAIR

Want to get involved? Come to the Organizational Fair on Wednesday, Sept. 7, from 4:30 p.m.-6 p.m. on the Hickey Lawn. Gather information about student organizations, clubs, activities, and service opportunities.

Student Clubs/Organizations interested in having a table at the Organizational Fair must register by Monday, Sept., 5. To register, please email skuchera@sbu.edu asking for a registration form.

Stephen Kuchera
Assistant Director of Activities, Recreation, and Leadership

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UNIVERSITY MASSES ON CAMPUS

Join us as we celebrate, give thanks and prayer for blessings at our University masses on campus:

Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, 5 p.m., University Chapel

Thursday, 5:15 p.m., Friary Chapel

Friday, 12:05 p.m., Friary Chapel

Sunday, 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m., University Chapel

Fr. Francis Di Spigno, O.F.M.
Executive Director
University Ministries
Thomas Merton Center

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SGA LOOKING FOR STUDENTS

SGA is looking for students to serve on Board of Trustee Committees. Please email Emily Deragon, deragoes@bonaventure.edu, if you have any questions about the committees, or if you would like to sit on one of them.

This is a time commitment, so please make sure you are willing to make the meetings and play an active role on them.

The following have one student opening:

Athletics (usually a student athlete)
Buildings and Grounds
Development and Capital Campaign
Finance
Franciscan Mission
Investment

Emily Deragon
Student Government Association Vice President

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THE NOTICE BOARD IS NOW AVAILABLE ON TWITTER

Get Notice Board updates in your Twitter feed by following us at @BonasNotice! We will be posting regular notices as well as Twitter-specific updates from the #Bonas Twitter community. If you have campus news or events you want to share via Twitter, tweet at @BonasNotice and we will retweet it!

Mark Inman
Office of Communications

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LEARN MORE ABOUT STUDYING ABROAD IN PERUGIA

Students, learn more about spending a semester in Italy’s beautiful “university city” with SBU’s own semester study abroad program in Perugia, Italy. An information meeting/pizza party will be held at 7 p.m. Monday, Sept. 5, in the Thomas Merton Center. Join us!

In this affordable one-semester program, students can:

• satisfy many requirements for a minor in international business, including an internship in an Italian corporation.
• earn internship hours for journalism/mass communication majors
• integrate the Italy semester with major programs in education, visual arts and art history, international studies, and a minor in Italian studies, including internships
• satisfy many Clare College requirements

Courses are available in art history, classical studies, dance, economics, English, film studies, history, international business, Italian studies, political science, psychology, religion and studio art. New courses include women’s studies, sustainable food studies and comparative medical ethics.

Want more information? Contact Dr. Michael Chiariello at (716) 375-2201 or mchiarie@sbu.edu, or visit www.sbu.edu/italystudy.

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