Recruitment Territory: Niagara, Orleans, Monroe Counties, NY 

Hometown: Avon, NY

High School: Avon High School

College: Kingswood University

Tips for Prospective Students

• Be curious, ask questions, and advocate for what you need.
• Find the College or University that truly fits you and give the process your full effort.
• Remember that senior year is still a school year, not a nine-month retirement party.
  

Recruitment Territory: Albany, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New England

Hometown: Endicott, NY

High School: Union-Endicott High School

College: SUNY Morrisville, A.A.S. in Journalism, 1992; SUNY Oswego, B.S. in Mass Communications - Public Relations and Advertising, 1994; St. Lawrence University, Master of Education, 1998

Tips for Prospective Students

Don't let the college process overwhelm you. Be sure to visit campus, take notes and don't be afraid to ask questions. We’re here to help you along the way! Your decision lasts beyond four years and we want you to make the most of every experience.

Recruitment Territory: Olean High School, Allegany Limestone High School, Portville Central School

Hometown: Hamburg, NY

High School: Hamburg High School

College: Niagara University, B.S. in Human Resource Management, 2019; SUNY Buffalo State, M.S. in Higher Education and Student Affairs Administration, 2021

Tips for Prospective Students

• Do not be afraid to ask questions! If you are interested in specific clubs/organizations on campus, ask about them. If you are curious about scholarships, ask! You want to make sure that you are fully informed about what a school has to offer for you. Utilize your admissions counselors, they are there for you and will answer any questions you have about the admissions process or the school. 

• Trust your gut - if you get the feeling of finding your “home” when you step onto campus, remember that feeling and trust it. Let your gut guide your decision process, trusting yourself will lead you to making the best decision for YOU. 

• Enjoy your college search process and don’t stress. The search process may seem overwhelming, but it does not have to be. This is an exciting time, so enjoy it!
  

Recruitment Territory: Erie County, NY

Hometown: Marilla, NY 

High School: Iroquois Central High School 

College: St. Bonaventure University, B.S. in Behavioral Neuroscience 2024  

Tips for Prospective Students: 

• The search for the right college can be a scary and stressful thing. It’s important to trust your gut and listen to your heart about what place is right for you. 
• Visit campus as many times as you can. The more you are here, the more you will learn of all the amazing things that St. Bonaventure has to offer.  
• Get involved! There are so many ways to get involved on campus, including academic clubs, athletic clubs, opportunities for service, and more. They are a great way to gain new experiences, help with the transition into college, and meet new friends! 
• Take advantage of the resources on campus that are available to help you succeed, and don’t be afraid to ask for help when you need it. 

Recruitment Territory: Utica, Northern NY, Syracuse

Hometown: Auburn, NY

High School: Auburn High School

College: Hobart and William Smith Colleges, B.S. in Physics and Dance, 2021

Tips for Prospective Students: 

• Ask all the questions! You'll want to know everything you can to help make your college decision!
• Visit Campus! A campus visit can make or break a decision; you'll never know if you'll fall in love with a place until you visit in person.
• Have fun! You will never live these years again; enjoy it while you can!
  
  

Recruitment Territory: Saratoga, Albany, Schenectady, Rensselaer, Columbia, Greene, Schoharie, Montgomery, Fulton, Delaware, Otsego, Sullivan, Ulster, Dutchess, Orange, Putnam, Rockland Counties, NY

Hometown: Portville, NY

High School: Portville High School

College: St. Bonaventure University, B.B.A. Business Management, Human Resources Concentration '26

Tips for Prospective Students: 

College is more than where you get accepted—it's where you'll learn, grow, and prepare for your future. Think big and chase your dreams.

Recruitment Territory: Jefferson, Lewis, Herkimer, Oswego, Oneida, Onondaga, Madison, Chenango Counties, NY

Hometown: Olean, NY

High School: Olean High School

College: St. Bonaventure University

Tips for Prospective Students:

• Learn to be open to as many new (uncomfortable) experiences as you can!
• It’s okay to not have it all figured out (no one does).
• Be a nice person to yourself!

Hometown: Portville, NY

High School: Portville Central School

College: St. Bonaventure University, Bachelor of Arts in Strategic Communications, 2020

Tips for Prospective Students

Be a sponge! Soak up all that the university has to offer.

Hometown: Salamanca, NY 

High School: Salamanca High School

College: St. Bonaventure University, B.B.A. Marketing 2008

Tips for Prospective Students

• Know that becoming a “Bonnie” means a lifetime of positive personal and professional connections.
• Come see this place!
• Make sure to ask lots of questions when you visit to ensure you’re learning all you can, but make sure to have fun! Remember this experience!
• St. Bonaventure is constantly growing and changing to add new and exciting programs for our students.
• The Career and Professional Readiness Center is a great campus resource. Take advantage of it, beginning as early as day one!