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Fr. Larry Ford, O.F.M., named guardian of SBU Friary
Aug 21, 2026 | Fr. Larry Ford, O.F.M., has been named guardian of the St. Bonaventure University Friary.
St. Bonaventure again recognized by Princeton Review
Aug 18, 2026 | St. Bonaventure University has once again been named one of the nation’s best institutions for undergraduate education by The Princeton Review.
SBU education programs earn accreditation from AAQEP
Aug 18, 2026 | St. Bonaventure University’s educator preparation programs have earned national accreditation from the Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation (AAQEP), affirming the quality and effectiveness of programs in the university’s School of Education.
Redfern chosen to lead Marketing & Communications Office
Aug 6, 2026 | Paul Redfern, a nationally respected higher education marketing and communications leader with more than 25 years’ experience at institutions in the Northeast, has been named chief marketing and communications officer at St. Bonaventure University.
Szymanski honored with Community Impact Award
Jul 31, 2026 | Jeff Szymanski, clinical assistant professor and director of didactics in St. Bonaventure University’s Physician Assistant Studies program, has won the 2026 Community Impact Award from the New York State Society of Physician Assistants (NYSSPA).
Quick Center announces Performing Arts series, fall galleries
Jul 31, 2026 | A diverse, world-class lineup of music, dance and theatrical chemistry is coming to the Southern Tier as St. Bonaventure University’s Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts unveils its 2026-2027 Performing Arts Season.
Olean High alum creates endowment to honor Bonnies reporter
Jul 29, 2026 | Shirley Whipple Struchen didn’t even attend St. Bonaventure, but the impact one man made on her life more than 60 years ago compelled her to establish a $50,000 endowment to the university in his name.
SBU students Wonder what the music is all about at Oxford
Jul 27, 2026 | Students in St. Bonaventure University’s six-week Francis E. Kelley Oxford Program at the University of Oxford’s Trinity College conducted research for a conference presentation on Stevie Wonder’s “Songs in the Key of Life” album.
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Master's Entry to Practice (MEP) Nursing VIRTUAL Info Session
Learn more about the Master's Entry to Practice program in our virtual information session.
- 6:00- 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, September 8, 2026; register now
A Zoom meeting link will be sent to registrants.
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Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) OPEN HOUSE
, St. BonaventureJoin us to ask questions, tour our campus, and explore opportunities for clinical experiences and internships.
Register here
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2026 Hellinger Award
The annual Hellinger Awards Ceremony honors the Jandoli School’s top graduates and recognizes the accomplishments of outstanding alumni. We look forward to honoring 2026 Hellinger Award recipient David Scibilia, honorable mention Conor Amendola, Alumnus of the Year Dr. Michael Hill and welcoming keynote speaker Lisa Wilson, a groundbreaking sports journalist and editorial director at The Athletic.
Aloft Hotel, Grand Aeries Room | 500 Pearl Street | Buffalo, NY 14202
Reception and open bar at 5:30 p.m. | Program at 6:30 p.m.
There is a hotel block at the Aloft, providing convenient access to the event and accommodations. You can make your hotel reservations here through Sept. 25.
For questions about sponsorships or advertising, or to arrange a payment method other than credit card, please contact Ashley Childs at achilds@sbu.edu
Registration and sponsorship information is now available here.
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St. Bonaventure MBB vs. Penn State
Join fellow Bonnies to root on the men’s basketball team as they face Penn State in an exhibition game at the Key Bank Center in Buffalo, NY at 4:00 p.m.
All courtside seats (first row) and floor seats on risers (second row) in sections 1-10 include access to the 1970 Club located behind Section 123. The 1970 Club will include a cash bar that will open at 1:30 p.m. and food served at 3:00 p.m.
Additional pre-game reception information will be announced soon.
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2027 Reunion Weekend
Save the Date: Reunion Weekend 2027!
Mark your calendars! Reunion Weekend 2027 returns to its traditional first weekend in June, taking place June 4–6, 2027.
We'll be celebrating alumni from class years ending in 2 and 7, with a special welcome to the Class of 1977 as they celebrate their 50th Reunion. All alumni are welcome to attend!
Start making your travel and accommodation plans now, and stay tuned for registration details, event information, and more exciting updates in the months ahead. We can't wait to welcome you back to St. Bonaventure!