Life at SBU

Some of your most memorable experiences will happen outside of the classroom. We encourage you to embrace all of the opportunities that SBU offers, and to become a well-rounded, active, community-focused citizen.

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Housing, Residence Life & Dining

With 81% of our students living on campus (96% of freshmen), residence and dining halls come alive with activity each day.

Housing, Residence Life & Dining
Student Services

We offer an array of academic and personal support services to help you find success and contentment in and out of the classroom.

Student Services
Health, Safety & Conduct

Our Center for Student Wellness attends to the physical and emotional health of our students, while our Office of Safety & Security is on the job 24/7/365.

Health, Safety & Conduct
Career Planning

Our Career and Professional Readiness Center's innovative programming helps students explore career options and equips them with the professional skills needed to succeed after college.

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University Ministries

We welcome students of all religious affiliations to participate in a variety of opportunities for spiritual growth, service learning, social action and community building.

University Ministries
Clubs & Organizations

Joining a club or organization, and we offer more than 50, is a great way to make new friends, develop leadership skills and pursue your passion.

Clubs & Organizations
Activities & Recreation

The Center for Activities, Recreation & Leadership provides plenty of opportunities to keep you active, engaged and playing the games you love.

Activities & Recreation
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We strive to walk in the footprints of St. Francis by cultivating a campuswide environment for celebrating multiculturalism and diversity.

Equity & Inclusion
Arts & Events

The Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts headlines a rich array of campus events and activities.

Arts & Events


Students Giving Back

 

A Bonaventure Tradition

Student Voices

"The best feeling you can ever get is when you show kindness to others."

2018 sport studies major and Ghana native, Paul Nana Afful, volunteered at SBU's Warming House soup kitchen, one of many service opportunities available at SBU.
 Social Action Programs
News & Events
Chris LaPlaca, ’79, to serve as 2025 Lenna Professor at SBU, JCC Mar 18, 2025 | Chris LaPlaca, who spent more years than anyone behind the scenes at ESPN, will talk about the network’s rise from “scrappy startup to global icon” at 4 p.m. Wednesday, March 26, at St. Bonaventure University’s Doyle Conference Center.
St. Bonaventure to host ‘An Evening with Carson Waterman’ April 2 Mar 17, 2025 | Carson Waterman, a distinguished artist and revered cultural figure for the Haudenosaunee people of the Seneca Nation, will discuss his life and artwork in a special presentation at St. Bonaventure University in April.
SBU's Mackowski has busy month as presenter on the Civil War Mar 14, 2025 | Dr. Chris Mackowski, professor in the Jandoli School, spoke in Mobile, Alabama, earlier this month for the American Battlefield Trust, where he discussed the surrenders of the Confederacy in a program titled “From Appomattox to Citronelle and Beyond.”
Article by SBU's Belfield results from Franciscan Institute research Mar 14, 2025 | An article by Dr. Andrew Gertner Belfield, assistant professor of Theology and Franciscan Studies, was published in volume 82 of Franciscan Studies, a peer-reviewed journal of the Franciscan Institute at SBU.
SBU's Henry elected to executive board of counseling organization Mar 14, 2025 | 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.
Article by SBU's Henry compares success rates of types of learning Mar 14, 2025 | Dr. Heidi L. Henry, assistant professor of Counselor Education, co-authored an article titled "The Power of Choice: Comparing Asynchronous and Synchronous Learning" that was published in the Journal of Counselor Preparation and Supervision, a peer-reviewed academic journal.
SBU's Posmanick & Pinheiro present on NFL competitiveness vs. taxes Mar 14, 2025 | Dr. Benjamin Posmanick, assistant professor of Finance, and Dr. Ryan Pinheiro, assistant professor of Sports Management, presented their research "Income Taxes and Competitiveness" at the Academy of Economics and Finance Conference in Pensacola Beach, Florida, on Feb. 13.
SBU's Harris to present at Visual Communication Conference Mar 14, 2025 | Heather Lynn Harris, associate professor and director of the master's program in Marketing Communication, has been accepted to present her research, "A Sabbatical Exploration of Visual Storytelling," at the 39th Annual Visual Communication Conference (VisComm 39) in Estes Park, Colorado, June 18-22.
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Virtual Tour

  • Yankees vs. Rays Spring Training

    Join your fellow Bonnies at George M. Steinbrenner Field in Tampa Bay, Florida on Sunday, March 23, 2025.  Registration and pre-game gathering location coming soon!

    📍George M. Steinbrenner Field
    1 Steinbrenner Drive
    Tampa, FL 331614
    🍽 Pre-Game Meet-Up: 11:00 AM at Riveters
    🗓️Date - March 23, 2025
    🕐Time - 1 p.m.

    Register Here

  • MSED Graduate Programs Information Session - Virtual

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    Join us to explore St. Bonaventure University’s MSED graduate programs, including Adolescence Education, Educational Leadership, Inclusive Special Education, and Literacy (Birth to Grade 12). Discover more about these programs, the admissions process, and meet our faculty.

    Register here

  • Raise a glass with us: La Tarantella

    Save the date and be sure to join us for an unforgettable experience at La Tarantella. Mingle with fellow alumni and enjoy remarks from President Jeff Gingerich and the Grassinis.

    La Tarantella at Grassini Family Vineyards
    1155 Alisos Road
    Santa Ynez, CA 93460

    Generously hosted by Larry Grassini, '67

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  • Raise a glass with us: Trumer Brewery

    Save the date and join us for an unforgettable experience at the Trumer Brewery. Mingle with fellow alumni, enjoy remarks from President Jeff Gingerich and enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour of the brewery! 

    Trumer Brewery
    1404 4th St.
    Berkeley, CA 94710

    Generously hosted by Andrew Fountaine, '05

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  • M.A. in Marketing Communication Virtual Information Session

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    Join us for a virtual information session to learn about St. Bonaventure University's Master of Arts program in Marketing Communication. This session will provide an overview of the program, admission requirements, and the unique opportunities available to our students.

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  • Discover why SBU is for you! Next visit event:

    Choose from these visit options:

    • Weekday campus tours & info sessions
    • Preview Days:
    • April 27 Junior Open House
    • Or, schedule a virtual visit with an Admissions representative

  • Corporate Partner Exclusive Information Session

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    Join us for a virtual information session to learn about St. Bonaventure University's Corporate Partnerships program. Discover how employees of participating organizations can benefit from exclusive tuition discounts and flexible graduate programs. We'll cover the wide range of graduate and professional programs available, how the partnership works, and how the admissions process works.

    Learn more about our Corporate Partners Program
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