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 & Dining

With 75% of our students living on campus, residence and dining halls come alive with activity each day.

Housing & 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
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We strive to walk in the footprints of St. Francis by cultivating a campuswide environment for celebrating multiculturalism and diversity.

Equity & Inclusion
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
SBU’s Students Without Borders serves hundreds during Dominican Republic medical mission Apr 25, 2024 | While Hanover, Massachusetts, native Taylor Crimi has always had a passion for mission trips, the recent St. Bonaventure University Students Without Borders (SWOB) medical mission to the Dominican Republic validated that medicine is indeed her true calling.
St. Bonaventure to offer doctorate in Educational Leadership starting this fall Apr 25, 2024 | Beginning this fall, SBU’s School of Education will offer a doctorate in Educational Leadership, the first doctoral program offered by the university in 45 years.
Maya Henderson of Orchard Park selected to serve as student speaker for SBU Class of 2024 Apr 25, 2024 | Maya Henderson knows that her graduating class is special — historical, even — which is why she is proud to serve as the student speaker for the Class of 2024 at St. Bonaventure University’s Commencement Exercises on May 12.
St. Bonaventure rugby teams headed to D.C. area for rugby 7s nationals Apr 24, 2024 | St. Bonaventure’s men’s and women’s rugby teams will be competing in the Collegiate Rugby Championship National 7s tournaments this weekend at the Maryland SoccerPlex near Washington, D.C.
St. Bonaventure student takes first place in undergraduate poster presentation Apr 24, 2024 | St. Bonaventure University sophomore Iesh Gurjal, a biochemistry major from Eden Prairie, Minnesota, won first place among 19 undergraduate student poster presenters at the American Society for Plant Biology Northeast Section Meeting, held April 20-21 at Cornell University.
More than 60 students take part in St. Bonaventure’s Challenge 24 contest Apr 23, 2024 | More than 60 students from seven area schools took part in the annual Challenge 24 mathematics contest April 13 at St. Bonaventure University.
SBU’s Franciscan Institute appoints Research Fellow for Poor Clare studies Apr 23, 2024 | The Franciscan Institute at St. Bonaventure University has announced the appointment of Michael Shane Harless as its 2024-2025 Research Fellow
SBU announces faculty promotions and tenure appointments Apr 18, 2024 | Faculty promotions and tenure appointments at St. Bonaventure University have been announced by Dr. David Hilmey, provost and vice president of Academic Affairs.
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Virtual Tour

  • Bona Day at the Georgia Swarm

    Join Atlanta-area alumni as the Georgia Swarm take on the Rochester Knighthawks at Gas South Arena. Keep your eye out for starting goalie, Brett Dobson, '22. Face off at 7:30 p.m.

    Register here

  • BOLD Visions: The Intersection of Athletics and Media

    You don’t have to be a diehard sports fan to recognize how fast athletics is changing, including how we consume sports – watching, reading and interacting with fellow fans about it all. To break down the rapid developments in NIL, corporate partnerships, media rights, conference alignment and more, the Bonnies most in the know are ready to share their insights. In addition, as the Official Education Partner of the Buffalo Bills, we will explore how this partnership benefits both the Bills and St. Bonaventure.

    We will also share how you can help support the Jandoli School of Communication and Department of Athletics as we build A Bolder Bonaventure.

    Register here

  • Attend a Master of Public Health info session

    Learn more about the Master of Public Health degree at SBU by attending our virtual info session. Register now.

    Registrants will be sent a Zoom link.

  • Attend our April Open House for High School Juniors

    Learn about our competitive academic portfolio, admissions application guidelines, scholarships and financial aid. You'll take a campus tour with a student ambassador, and have a complimentary lunch in our dining hall. Two sessions: 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.

    Learn more at Visit SBU.
     

  • Attend a Master's Entry to Practice info session; Next session:

    The Master's Entry to Practice program is an efficient way to become a registered nurse while also achieving a Master of Science in Nursing. Learn more by attending one of our virtual info sessions:


    Registrants will be sent a Zoom link.

  • Attend an Occupational Therapy virtual info session; Next session:

    Learn about the Master of Science in Occupational Therapy program at SBU by attending an upcoming virtual info session.

    All sessions:


    Registrants will be sent a Zoom link.

  • 2024 Alumni Reunion Weekend

    We're proud of St. Bonaventure University's more than 31,000 alumni and each year we welcome back to campus members of celebrated classes for a chance to reconnect with friends and relive their favorite traditions. Join us for our 2024 Alumni Reunion Weekend as we honor the classes of 1954, 1959, 1964, 1969, 1974, 1979, 1984, 1989, 1994, 1999, 2004, 2009, 2014, and 2019.

    Register here

  • Golf with the Bonnies in Rochester

    The St. Bonaventure Athletics Department invites you to the annual Golf with the Bonnies in Rochester, N.Y. at Ravenwood Country Club on Tuesday, June 18, 2024 (note, the next day is a federal holiday). Join your fellow Bonnies alumni and fans for a great day of golf and comradery, all to benefit the Bonnies Athletic Fund. Follow the link for pricing including a special young alumni rate. Register now as the field will be capped at 120 golfers.

    Register here
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