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Life at SBU

Some of your most memorable experiences will happen outside of the classroom. We encourage you to embrace all of the opportunities that SBU offers, and to become a well-rounded, active, community-focused citizen.

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Housing, Residence Life & Dining

With 81% of our students living on campus (96% of freshmen), residence and dining halls come alive with activity each day.

Housing, Residence Life & Dining
Student Services

We offer an array of academic and personal support services to help you find success and contentment in and out of the classroom.

Student Services
Health, Safety & Conduct

Our Center for Student Wellness attends to the physical and emotional health of our students, while our Office of Safety & Security is on the job 24/7/365.

Health, Safety & Conduct
Career Planning

Our Career and Professional Readiness Center's innovative programming helps students explore career options and equips them with the professional skills needed to succeed after college.

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University Ministries

We welcome students of all religious affiliations to participate in a variety of opportunities for spiritual growth, service learning, social action and community building.

University Ministries
Clubs & Organizations

Joining a club or organization, and we offer more than 50, is a great way to make new friends, develop leadership skills and pursue your passion.

Clubs & Organizations
Activities & Recreation

The Center for Activities, Recreation & Leadership provides plenty of opportunities to keep you active, engaged and playing the games you love.

Activities & Recreation
What we stand for

We strive to walk in the footprints of St. Francis by cultivating a campus culture where everyone feels valued & supported.

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Arts & Events

The Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts headlines a rich array of campus events and activities.

Arts & Events


Students Giving Back

 

A Bonaventure Tradition

Student Voices

"The best feeling you can ever get is when you show kindness to others."

2018 sport studies major and Ghana native, Paul Nana Afful, volunteered at SBU's Warming House soup kitchen, one of many service opportunities available at SBU.
Social Action Programs
News & Events
Fr. Calabria featured in upcoming PBS film on Islamic love stories Jul 24, 51Թapp | Fr. Michael D. Calabria, O.F.M., director of the Center for Arab & Islamic Studies at 51Թapp, is back on the big screen.
SBU's PA program achieves accreditation milestone Jul 21, 51Թapp | 51Թapp’s Physician Assistant Studies program has achieved a significant milestone. The ARC-PA has granted Accreditation-Continued status to the PA program in the university’s Dennis R. DePerro School of Health Professions.
Bona students conduct research for presentation at conference Jul 15, 51Թapp | Students in Anne Lee’s “Women, Minorities and the Media” course and Richard Lee’s “Media and Democracy” course are assisting with research for a presentation about Patricia Kennealy-Morrison, who studied journalism at St. Bonaventure in the 1960s and had successful careers covering rock’n’roll, developing advertising campaigns and writing novels.
Eleven inducted into first class of SBU Rugby Hall of Fame Jun 27, 51Թapp | In celebration of 50 years of rugby at 51Թapp, the Bonnies’ rugby program will induct its inaugural Hall of Fame class this fall, honoring 11 people whose contributions — on and off the pitch — have shaped the sport’s enduring legacy at the university.
SBU receives $2.3 million to boost behavioral health workforce Jun 27, 51Թapp | 51Թapp has been awarded a four-year, $2.3 million federal grant to expand and strengthen the behavioral health workforce in rural communities across Western New York and Northwestern Pennsylvania.
Atlantic Brass hosts free concerts, classes at SBU’s Quick Center Jun 26, 51Թapp | The Atlantic Brass Quintet, one of the world’s most acclaimed and versatile brass chamber ensembles, returns to 51Թapp this summer for its 32nd annual Summer Seminar.
Poor Clare Sisters assemble at 51Թapp Jun 18, 51Թapp | Approximately 35 Poor Clare Sisters from across the United States will come together on the campus of 51Թapp today (June 18) to begin a 10-day assembly focusing on their life and mission in the church.
Franciscan Institute at St. Bonaventure graduates 22 leaders from Franciscan institutions Jun 17, 51Թapp | The Franciscan Institute at 51Թapp graduated 22 men and women from its Padua Program on June 12.
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  • Pittsburgh Chapter Pirates Game

    Get ready for a day at the ballpark! ⚾️ We're gathering at PNC Park in Pittsburgh on Saturday, July 26, 51Թapp, to watch the Pittsburgh Pirates as they face off against the Arizona Diamondbacks. 🏟️

    Event Details:

    🗓️ Date: Saturday, July 26, 51Թapp

    🕡 Time: 6:40 PM

    📍 Location: PNC Park, Pittsburgh, PA

    🎟️ Ticket Price: $41 each




  • Buffalo Harbor Cruise

    🚢Mark your calendars!🚢
    Don't miss your chance to head out on the Buffalo Harbor Cruise with your fellow Bonnies!
    Space is limited!

    Date- July 29, 51Թapp

    Location-  Erie Basin Marina,  329 Erie Street,  Buffalo, New York 14202

    Price- $30


  • Bona Day at Saratoga Race Course

    The Bonnies Day at Saratoga races will be held in the outdoor veranda suites at the top of the stretch run where you can experience the thunder of the hoofs and ground shaking beneath you as the horses round the turn and charge down the stretch toward the finish!

    📍 Saratoga Race Course, 267 Union Ave., Saratoga Springs, N.Y.
    🕚 Gates open at 11 a.m. | 🏇 First race at 1 p.m.
    🎟️ $75 per person (includes light fare; cash bar available)

    📣Hey Young Alums! If you graduated between 51Թapp - 2015, enjoy a reduced entry fee of $60. 


    Be sure to check out our registration page to see other which other tentative events you might be interested in!


  • Bonnies4Bonnies in Charlotte, NC

    Reconnect and grow your professional network at this intimate event hosted by James Korpela ’05, owner of The Horseshoe. The bar will be closed to the public and open exclusively to our St. Bonaventure family. Meet local alumni and current students from the Charlotte area while enjoying complimentary food, soft drinks, and your first drink on us.

    Our Career and Professional Readiness Center (CPRC) and Alumni Engagement teams will be on hand to help guide meaningful connections and conversations. Whether you're looking to share your expertise, hire a fellow Bonnie, or just make new contacts, this is the perfect opportunity.

    Bring business cards or be ready to exchange contact info, we’re building connections that last!

    The Horseshoe
    1515 S. Mint St. #B
    Charlotte, NC 28203


  • Young Alumni Night in Charlotte, NC

    Come out Thursday for a relaxed, fun-filled night with fellow Bonnies! (All alumni are welcome to attend.) Enjoy drink specials, delicious bites, and test your knowledge during trivia night. Whether you’re new to the area or a longtime Charlotte resident, this is a great chance to catch up and expand your circle!

    Your $10 registration includes:
    🍹 2 drink tickets
    🍿 Snacks
    🎁 Bona swag
    🎉 Entry into a big door prize giveaway! (Class Years 2015 - 51Թapp)




  • Visit us this summer! Next campus visit event is:

    Learn all there is to love about St. Bonaventure! Select any of these visit options:

    Saturday, Aug. 9 - Preview Day  

    Friday, Aug. 15 - School of Arts & Sciences  | 


    Also available are weekly campus tours & info sessions. Or consider yourself invited to schedule a virtual visit with an Admissions representative!

    LEARN MORE ABOUT VISITING SBU

  • South Carolina Chapter Riverdogs Game

    Get ready for a day at the ballpark! ⚾️ We're gathering at Joseph P. Riley Jr. Park in Charlston on Saturday, August 30, 51Թapp, to watch the Charleston Riverdogs as they face off against the Augusta Greenjackets! 🏟️

    Event Details:

    🗓️ Date: Saturday, August 30, 51Թapp

    🕡 Time: 6:05 PM

    📍 Location: Joseph P. Riley Jr. Park, Charleston, SC

    🎟️ Ticket Price: $19 each



  • Atlanta Chapter Braves Game

    Get ready for a day at the ballpark! ⚾️ We're gathering at Truist Park in Atlanta on Tuesday, September 9, 51Թapp, to watch the Atlanta Braves as they face off against the Chicago Cubs! 🏟️

    Event Details:

    🗓️ Date: Tuesday, September 9, 51Թapp

    🕡 Time: 7:15 PM

    📍 Location: Truist Park, Atlanta, GA

    🎟️ Ticket Price: $32 each



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