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St. Bonaventure seeks support from alumni, friends during 24-hour fund drive Jan. 30

Jan 24, 2020 | Sustaining a rich educational environment that puts students first is the purpose behind St. Bonaventure University’s fifth annual 24-hour fund drive, which takes place Thursday, Jan. 30.

New book by St. Bonaventure professor explores the Civil War in popular media

Jan 23, 2020 | One of the most common ways people get interested in Civil War history is by first watching a good movie or reading an engaging novel on the topic. A new collection of essays edited by St. Bonaventure University professor Dr. Chris Mackowski looks at some of these popular forms of historical entertainment.

University to celebrate the life of Martin Luther King with program ‘What Does Justice Look Like?’

Jan 17, 2020 | St. Bonaventure University will celebrate the life of Martin Luther King Jr. with a program at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 22, in the University Chapel, Doyle Hall. The public is invited.

Slavic Soul Party!, No. 1 in Balkan-soul-gypsy-funk, to perform at St. Bonaventure's Quick Center

Jan 13, 2020 | The fiery Balkan brass band Slavic Soul Party!, known for blending superior virtuosity and spontaneous fun, will perform at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 24, at St. Bonaventure University’s Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts.

St. Bonaventure professors edit new book exploring Franciscan artistic tradition

Dec 12, 2019 | A new textbook edited by two St. Bonaventure University professors is being hailed as a major academic achievement in the area of Franciscan theology and art.

New scholarship money available for students interested in St. Bonaventure’s Oxford program

Dec 05, 2019 | St. Bonaventure University has created more financial incentives for students to participate in the university’s summer Oxford program.

#GivingTuesdayatBonas soars beyond goal

Dec 04, 2019 | Passionate support from alumni, students, staff, parents and friends pushed St. Bonaventure University’s Franciscan Center for Social Concern (FCSC) over its $40,000 goal during yesterday’s #GivingTuesdayatBonas.

Psychology major Timothy Walter to give student address at SBU December Recognition Ceremony

Dec 03, 2019 | Timothy Walter of Wading River, New York, has been selected to give the student address during St. Bonaventure University’s December Recognition Ceremony on Saturday, Dec. 14.

Calabria continues talks on St. Francis and the Sultan

Dec 03, 2019 | Fr. Michael Calabria, O.F.M., Ph.D., director of the Center for Arab & Islamic Studies at St. Bonaventure, continues to give presentations commemorating the 800th anniversary of St. Francis' meeting with the Sultan al-Malik al-Kamil in 1219.

Two albums by Sabina now available to Spotify listeners

Dec 03, 2019 | Two albums by Dr. Les Sabina, professor of music and chair of the Department of Visual and Performing Arts, are now available to non-industry, general listening audiences.

Matz publishes eighth book: 'Ancient Roman Sports, A-Z'

Dec 03, 2019 | Dr. David Matz, professor and chair of the Department of Classics, has published his eighth book: "Ancient Roman Sports, A-Z. Athletes, Venues, Events, and Terms." (McFarland & Company).

Three St. Bonaventure students inducted into National Spanish Honor Society Sigma Delta Pi

Dec 03, 2019 | Three St. Bonaventure University students were inducted into the Xi Delta Chapter of the National Spanish Honor Society Sigma Delta Pi Nov. 21.

German vocal ensemble Calmus to present Christmas carols in several languages in St. Bonaventure concert

Dec 02, 2019 | The German vocal ensemble Calmus will perform "Christmas A-Cappella," a performance of traditional Christmas carols in several languages, at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12, at St. Bonaventure University’s Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts.

Stories of offering a hand up abound at SBU; featured during #GivingTuesdayatBonas

Dec 01, 2019 | Cameron Hurst knows the power of a good story. That’s why the St. Bonaventure University senior journalism and music double major from Jamestown, New York, is eager to share the stories of helping and healing found within the many programs of the Franciscan Center for Social Concern (FCSC).

#GivingTuesdayatBonas launches Dec. 3 to raise funds for SBU outreach ministries

Nov 15, 2019 | The Franciscan Center for Social Concern (FCSC) at St. Bonaventure University kicks off its second annual #GivingTuesdayatBonas fundraising initiative on Dec. 3.

Couturier presents workshop to D'Youville management team

Nov 14, 2019 | Fr. David Couturier, O.F.M. Cap., presented a workshop to senior management at D'Youville College on "Mission in Multiple Voices: Innovation in Higher Ed Today."

Model UN Club earns second place at international competition

Nov 12, 2019 | St. Bonaventure University’s Model UN Club participated in the Lake Erie International Model United Nations (LEIMUN) competition Nov. 7 to 10, taking second place at the event.

University to hold Veterans Day Ceremony, host combat Marine veteran for public talk

Nov 08, 2019 | St. Bonaventure University’s Office of Veterans Services and Student Veterans Association invite the public to join them for two upcoming events that honor veterans.

Violinist Barbara Luisi, pianist Alessandro Taverna to perform as duo at St. Bonaventure’s Quick Center

Nov 05, 2019 | The internationally acclaimed duo of violinist Barbara Luisi and pianist Alessandro Taverna will present “Music from Les Images-Encore and Mozart Sonatas” at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 15, at St. Bonaventure University’s Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts.

Judges announced for Bona’s Got Talent event

Nov 05, 2019 | Judges have been announced for the Bona’s Got Talent show, which will take place on Nov. 12, 2019, from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts. The judges will sit on a three-person panel that will vote for the top three acts using a top-secret scoring system.