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Bynoe to publish second volume on school leadership mentoring

Jun 24, 2026 | Dr. Tyrone Bynoe, associate professor and director of the Educational Leadership programs leading to advanced supervisory licensure, is the lead editor of an emerging book titled “Mentoring Within the Continuum of School Leadership Preparation, Vol 2."

Article by Oh published in the Physical Educator

Jun 24, 2026 | Dr. Daekyun Oh, assistant professor of Physical Education, co-authored a research article in the Physical Educator, an Emerging Sources Citation Index (ESCI) peer-reviewed journal.

Article by Oh published in physical education journal

Jun 24, 2026 | Dr. Daekyun Oh, assistant professor of Physical Education, published a paper in the Journal of Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance. The article, titled "Cultivating Physical Literacy Through an Alternative Pedagogical Approach," provides a brief overview of the global political applications of physical literacy and explores pedagogical approaches that have been utilized to facilitate physical literacy.

St. Bonaventure’s Franciscan Institute graduates cohort in Franciscan mission-based leadership

Jun 24, 2026 | The Franciscan Institute at St. Bonaventure University celebrated the achievement of 23 people today as they completed the Padua Program, the Franciscan mission-based leadership program, on the Feast of St. Anthony of Padua (June 13).

Paper by Oh published in Journal for Physical & Sport Educators

Jun 24, 2026 | A paper by Dr. Daekyun Oh, assistant professor of Physical Education, was published in the Journal for Physical and Sport Educators.

Andrews hosts Nature Day event for elementary students

Jun 24, 2026 | Dr. Kathryn J. Andrews, assistant professor of Elementary Education, hosted a Nature Day event for Allegany-Limestone elementary students at Pfeiffer Nature Center in Portville.

Student Affairs honors SBU student leaders

Jun 24, 2026 | Outstanding students, employees and organizations were honored Wednesday, April 15, at St. Bonaventure University’s 2026 Student Affairs Spring Awards Ceremony, recognizing their achievements and commitment to the campus community.

Shantell Wilson, Emma Spadoni: Class of 2026 student speakers

Jun 24, 2026 | St. Bonaventure University will celebrate the achievements of its Class of 2026 with two commencement ceremonies in Reilly Center Arena, highlighted by student speakers whose stories reflect leadership, resilience and community impact.

Book chapter coauthored by Henry focuses on RCT principles

Jun 24, 2026 | Dr. Heidi L. Henry, assistant professor of Counselor Education, coauthored a book chapter titled "Celebrating Demisexuality” that was published in the book "Queering Connection: Narratives of Healing in Relational Cultural Therapy with Queer and Transgender Clients."

First-year SBU students to be required to take AI literacy

Jun 24, 2026 | St. Bonaventure University will introduce a new artificial intelligence literacy unit into its introductory seminar beginning this fall, ensuring that all first-year students gain foundational knowledge and skills in one of the most transformative technologies shaping higher education and the workforce.

Hindman makes presentations for counseling association

Jun 24, 2026 | Dr. Margaret Hindman, assistant professor of Counselor Education, made two peer-reviewed presentations for the Association for Creativity in Counseling (ACC), in November.

Henry and Scherer publish article in counselor education journal

Jun 24, 2026 | Dr. Heidi L. Henry, assistant professor of Counselor Education, coauthored an article with Dr. Rebecca Scherer, associate professor of Counselor Education, that was published in the Journal of Technology in Counselor Education and Supervision.

SBU Reading Center offers free spring literacy program for grades 5-12

Jun 24, 2026 | The St. Bonaventure University Reading Center is offering a free, seven-week “Spring Into Reading” program for students in grades 5-12 in Olean, Bradford and Buffalo.

SBU's Henry elected to executive board of counseling organization

Jun 24, 2026 | Dr. Heidi L. Henry, assistant professor of Counselor Education, was elected to the Association for Spiritual, Ethical, and Religious Values in Counseling (ASERVIC) Executive Board.

SBU partners with OpenAI to provide ChatGPT to students, faculty

Jun 24, 2026 | St. Bonaventure University will provide ChatGPT Edu licenses to all undergraduate students and faculty in the fall, significantly expanding the university’s commitment to AI integration throughout the educational experience.

Journal to publish article by SBU's Gavin, Dombek and Dombek

Jun 24, 2026 | An article by three SBU professors titled "Study Abroad Programs: Real-Life Considerations and Cautions" was accepted for publication in a special edition of the Journal of Criminal Justice Education.

Oh addresses social justice in physical education settings

Jun 24, 2026 | Dr. Daekyun Oh, assistant professor of Physical Education, co-authored a peer-reviewed article in Strategies: A Journal for Physical and Sport Educators.

Oh publishes in top-tier journal, presents at conference

Jun 24, 2026 | Dr. Daekyun Oh, assistant professor of Physical Education, co-authored an article in the Journal of Teaching in Physical Education (JTPE).

SBU's White co-presents invited webinar to NBCC counselors

Jun 24, 2026 | Dr. Ebony White, associate professor of Counselor Education, co-presented an invited webinar for the National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC) on Jan. 15 titled "Moving Beyond the 5th Force of Counseling: Decolonization, Equity, Healing, & Wellness."

ACRES executive board elects Abkowitz president for 2024-25

Jun 24, 2026 | Dr. Pamina Abkowitz, assistant professor of Childhood Education, was elected executive board president of the American Council on Rural Special Education (ACRES) for the 2024-25 board year.