St. Bonaventure University

Alumni Engagement, Events & News

Welcome, Bonnies, to the Office of Alumni Engagement, your headquarters for alumni events and activities, as well as news for and about our Bona family.

Here you'll find information about upcoming events planned by alumni chapters across the country as well as the latest news for and about our vast Bona family. 


Alumni Events

Upcoming Events

  • The 2025 Mark Hellinger Awards

    The annual Hellinger Awards Ceremony honors the Jandoli School's top graduates and recognizes the accomplishments of outstanding alumni.

    2025 Hellinger honorees: Allie Elkins, '25, Jefrey Canova, '25, and Deb Henretta, '83

    Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025 | Reception at 11:30 a.m. | Program at noon | National Press Club | Washington, D.C.

    For questions about sponsorships, ads or to pay other than using a credit card, please contact Ashley Childs at achilds@sbu.edu

    *Registration for this event has closed

  • Mountain on the Road - Rochester

    Join us as we begin a weekend celebrating the Feast of St Francis of Assisi, join Br. Joe Kotula, OFM,s, Mountain Community members, Alumni and Bona students for prayer, sharing and reflection.

    Our Lady of Mercy School
    1437 Blossom Rd, Rochester, NY

  • Boston Friars Event

    You are warmly invited to a special evening of community, celebration, and connection with fellow Bonnies of every generation.

    Thursday, October 23, 2025
    St. Anthony Shrine & Friars’ Residence
    100 Arch Street • Boston, MA 02110
    6:00 p.m. – Reception with cocktails & hors d’oeuvres

    This event is generously hosted by Fr. Frank Sevola, O.F.M., ’82, Guardian.

    Dress is business casual – come and enjoy an evening filled with Bona spirit!

    Register Here!

  • NYC SIMM Networking Happy Hour

    Kick off the week with a Bona gathering in the city that never sleeps! Students from the Students in Money Management (SIMM) club are heading to NYC for an insider’s look at the New York Stock Exchange—and they’re excited to connect with you.

    Join us at Jack Doyle's
    240 West 35th Street
    New York, NY 10001
    Register Here!

  • NYC Mass and Gathering

    We invite you to join fellow alumni, family & friends in NYC for a special evening of faith, fellowship, and connection. 
    The Mass will be celebrated by Fr. John O'Connor, O.F.M., Alumni Chaplin

    Thursday, October 30, 2025
    Mass begins at 7 p.m.
    St. Francis of Assisi Friary
    129 West 31st Street
    New York, NY 10001

    Join us at Jack Doyle's following Mass
    240 West 35th Street
    Appetizers and Cash Bar

    Register Here!

  • South Carolina Events: MBB Opening Day

    Join us for a post-game event after your St. Bonaventure Bonnies take on the Bradley Braves as a part of the Field of 68 Opening Day Marathon!

    🕊️ Alumni Mass

    Celebrate together with a special Mass led by Fr. John O’Connor, Alumni Chaplain
    📅 Sunday, November 2, 2025
    🕝 2:30 p.m.
    📍 Cathedral of St. Patrick
    1621 Dilworth Rd E., Charlotte, NC 28203

    🏈 Bills Watch Party

    Keep the spirit going after Mass—cheer on the Bills with fellow Bonnies!
    📅 Sunday, November 2, 2025
    🕓 4:00 p.m.
    📍 The Horseshoe
    1515 S Mint St #B, Charlotte, NC 28203

    🏀 Post-Game Reception

    Cap off the weekend with a toast to the Bonnies after the Men’s Basketball game vs. Bradley
    📅 Monday, November 3, 2025
    📍 Rock Hill Brewing Company
    121 Caldwell St STE 101, Rock Hill, SC 29730
    (Immediately following the game)

    Click Here for tickets to the game!

    Register Here!

  • Alumni and Admissions Long Island Event

    Join us on November 8 on Long Island for a special event where Bona alums connect with prospective students—your story could be the spark that inspires the next Bonaventure journey!

    Here’s what to expect:
    • Share your Bonaventure experience with students and families
    • Bring a student—child, mentee, friend—anyone exploring college
    • Meet fellow alumni and our Admissions team
    • Show how strong and welcoming the Bona Family is


    Event Details:
    Date: Saturday, November 8, 2025
    Time: 2 - 4 p.m.
    Location: Dolan Science Center at Chaminade
    Hosted by: SBU Alumni and Admissions

  • Bonnies vs. Siena Pre-Game Party

    Join us for a pre-game rally as we gear up to cheer on our St. Bonaventure Bonnies against Siena! The Rathskeller will be open 2 hours prior to tip-off for all alumni looking for a place to gather before heading into the Reilly Center!

    Registration Coming Soon!

  • Bonnies vs. UNC Pre-Game Party

    Join us for a pre-game rally as we gear up to cheer on our St. Bonaventure Bonnies against UNC! Get excited for this game with fellow Bonnies!

    The Ranch Concert Hall and Saloon
    2158 Colonial Blvd
    Fort Myers, FL 33907

    Click Here for tickets to the game!

    Headed to Florida? Register Here!

  • Bonnies vs. ECU Pre-Game Party

    Join us for a pre-game rally as we gear up to cheer on our St. Bonaventure Bonnies against ECU! Get excited for this game with fellow Bonnies!

    The Ranch Concert Hall and Saloon
    2158 Colonial Blvd
    Fort Myers, FL 33907

    Headed to Florida? Register Here!

  • Bonnies vs. FAU Pre-Game Party

    Join us for a pre-game rally as we gear up to cheer on our St. Bonaventure Bonnies against FAU! The time of this event is TBD as we await the league to announce the tip-off time.

    The Irishmen
    1745 NW 2nd Ave
    Boca Raton, FL 33432

    Need Tickets? Contact the ticket office at (716)-375-2500

    Heading to Florida? Register Here!

  • Bonnies vs. UB Pre-Game Party

    Join us for a pre-game rally as we gear up to cheer on our St. Bonaventure Bonnies against the University at Buffalo! The time of this event is TBD as we await the league to announce tip-off time.

    Brickhouse Tavern and Tap
    4120 Maple Rd
    Amherst, NY 1422

    Need Tickets? Contact the ticket office at (716)-375-2500

    Registration Coming Soon!

  • Bonnies vs. Ohio Pre-Game Party

    Join us for a pre-game rally as we gear up to cheer on our St. Bonaventure Bonnies against Ohio! Meet with fellow Bonnies at Southern Tier Brewing starting 2 hours before the event!

    Southern Tier Brewery
    811 Prospect Ave E Ste. E, Cleveland, OH 44115

    Registration Coming Soon!

Alumni News

    St. Bonaventure welcomes four members to Board of Trustees
    Sep 29, 2025 | St. Bonaventure University welcomed four new members to its Board of Trustees on Friday during its annual fall meeting on campus.

    Beyond the stats: the human impact of the RAM clinic
    Sep 17, 2025 | Jim Mahar, BonaResponds founder and longtime champion of service, captures moments from the RAM clinic and what they reveal about the power of community.

    Quick Center marks 30th season with BPO, gallery debuts
    Sep 01, 2025 | The Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts at St. Bonaventure University will celebrate its 30th anniversary by opening both its performance and exhibition seasons with a vibrant day of music and art on Sunday, Sept. 21.

    Celebrating the ‘Canticle of the Creatures’
    Aug 21, 2025 | A number of St. Bonaventure alumni and individuals affiliated with Bona’s past and present attended the Association of Franciscan Colleges and Universities (AFCU) Symposium June 4-7 at Viterbo University in celebration of the 800th anniversary of the “Canticle of the Creatures.”

    Telford, McNeece to be honored as SBU's Alumni of the Year
    Jun 02, 2025 | Mary Jane “M.J.” Telford, Class of 1975, and Bill “Willie” McNeece, Class of 1965, will be honored with the William P. “Stax” McCarthy Alumnus of the Year Award Saturday evening at the 2025 Reunion Celebration at Reilly Center Arena.

Contact Us
Angela Nelson

Angela Nelson
Director of Alumni, Donor, and Family Engagement
Office of University Advancement
PO Box L, St. Bonaventure University, St. Bonaventure, NY 14778
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Dylan Biondo
Assistant Director of Alumni Engagement
PO Box L, St. Bonaventure University, St. Bonaventure, NY 14778
Amanda Hulbert

Amanda Hulbert
Assistant Director of Donor Engagement
PO Box L, St. Bonaventure University, St. Bonaventure, NY 14778
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