News, Publications & Research

SBU graduate, undergraduate students present at 100th Annual NYS AHPERD Conference

Dec 04, 2024 | St. Bonaventure University students representing the Physical Education, Sport Studies and Occupational Therapy programs delivered a presentation at a state conference that highlighted their innovative work in merging assistive technology with adapted physical education.

Swagata Banik named dean of SBU’s DePerro School of Health Professions

Nov 12, 2024 | Swagata Banik, Ph.D., has been named the new dean of the Dennis R. DePerro School of Health Professions at St. Bonaventure University.

Kent honored as outstanding alumna at JCC's annual fall gala

Nov 08, 2024 | Darla Kent, assistant professor and Occupational Therapy program director, was honored at Jamestown Community College Foundation's Annual Awards Gala, held Nov. 6 at Chautauqua Harbor Hotel.

Olomofe presents research at 2024 public health conference

Nov 08, 2024 | Dr. Charles Olomofe, visiting assistant professor of Public Health, was a panelist at the American Public Health Association (APHA) Conference 2024 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, where he presented a research paper titled "Exploring the predictors of COVID-19 vaccination uptake among people living with HIV/AIDS in Tennessee: A statewide analysis of data."

St. Bonaventure’s Perkins elected president of American Nurses Association-New York

Nov 04, 2024 | Dr. Connie Perkins, founding director of Nursing at St. Bonaventure University, has been elected president of the American Nurses Association-New York (ANA-NY).

Elsigan is certified facilitator for 'Friday Night at the ER' exercise

Oct 25, 2024 | Julie Elsigan, clinical assistant professor of Physician Assistant Studies, became a certified facilitator for "Friday Night at the ER" by attending a workshop in Cleveland, Ohio, on Oct. 3 and 4.

St. Bonaventure University partners with Duquesne’s College of Osteopathic Medicine

Oct 22, 2024 | St. Bonaventure University has signed an articulation agreement with Duquesne University’s College of Osteopathic Medicine (DUQCOM) designed to streamline the path for aspiring medical students.

Pitt-Bradford and St. Bonaventure sign articulation agreement, easing acceptance into Occupational Therapy program

Oct 17, 2024 | A new articulation agreement between the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford and St. Bonaventure University creates a new pathway for outstanding Exercise Science or health-related science students from Pitt-Bradford to pursue SBU’s Occupational Therapy program.

University, county Health Department partnership expands wellness outreach across Cattaraugus County

Oct 07, 2024 | A cadre of students in the DePerro School of Health Professions at St. Bonaventure University have partnered with the Cattaraugus County Health Department for the past two semesters to help improve the health of local residents.

Soltysik publishes article and presents at state conference

Oct 03, 2024 | An article co-authored by Dr. Suzanne Soltysik, RN-BC, NPD-BC, CNE, focusing on an evidence-based practice initiative she spearheaded with the staff development team at Olean General Hospital was published in the American Nurses Association-New York news magazine.

Perkins earns Best Practices award for event presentation

Oct 03, 2024 | Dr. Connie Perkins, RN, CNE, received a Claire Murray Best Practices award for her presentation titled "Dual Degree Nursing Program: the Ultimate Double Dip."

Join SBU faculty and students and community partners Oct. 5 for interactive science activities

Sep 30, 2024 | St. Bonaventure University faculty and students are once again inviting the public to “Fall in Love with Science” and explore the science behind their food, health and community.

Team organized by St. Bonaventure's Nursing Department walks to help prevent suicide

Sep 19, 2024 | A team organized by the Department of Nursing at St. Bonaventure University raised $740 in the Cattaraugus County Out of the Darkness Community Walk, held Sept. 13 in Olean, to raise awareness of suicide prevention and funding in support of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP).

Olomofe publishes article, to present work at conference

Sep 19, 2024 | Dr. Charles Olomofe, visiting assistant professor of Public Health, published a journal article and has had an abstract accepted for oral presentation at the American Public Health Association (APHA) conference in Minneapolis in October.

Lundeen and Perkins published in American Nurse Journal

Sep 19, 2024 | Dr. Erin Lundeen, clinical assistant professor of Nursing, and Dr. Connie Perkins, founding director of Nursing, published an article in American Nurse Journal, the premier journal of the American Nurses Association.

Perkins elected to two-year term as president of ANA-NY

Sep 19, 2024 | Dr. Connie Perkins, founding director of Nursing, has been elected the next president of the American Nurses Association-New York. Her two-year term begins in October, when she will be sworn in at the association's annual conference.

Several SBU Honors students shine in summer

Sep 18, 2024 | St. Bonaventure University Honors students past and present of Dr. Scott Simpson had sensational summers, at home and abroad.

Perkins completes Agrisafe Nurse Scholar program

Sep 10, 2024 | Dr. Connie Perkins, founding director of Nursing, has completed an Agrisafe Nurse Scholar program focused on the agriculture-producing population's health, wellness, and safety.

Perkins and Soltysik complete Friday Night at the ER training

Sep 10, 2024 | Dr. Suzanne Soltysik (right), clinical assistant professor of Nursing, and Dr. Connie Perkins, founding director of Nursing, completed training to become game facilitators for Friday Night at the ER, an experiential team-learning game.

Kent and Perkins conducting mental health first aid courses

Sep 10, 2024 | A 2024-25 SBU Keenan Grant has enabled faculty from the DePerro School of Health Professions to again provide free mental health first aid certification courses to the community.