St. Bonaventure University
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
Our academic and personal support services help students succeed in and beyond the classroom.
Student Services
Health, Safety & Conduct
From physical and emotional health to 24/7 campus safety, we support student wellbeing every day.
Health, Safety & Conduct
Career Planning
Our Career and Professional Readiness Center helps students explore careers and build skills for success 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
What we stand for
We strive to walk in the footprints of St. Francis by cultivating a campus culture where everyone feels valued & supported.
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Arts & Events
The Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts headlines a rich array of campus events and activities.
Arts & Events
Student Voices
"The best feeling you can ever get is when you show kindness to others."
Bona grad 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
Harmonia Chamber Singers bring holiday cheer to Quick Center
Nov 11, 2026 | The Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts at St. Bonaventure University will welcome the acclaimed Harmonia Chamber Singers for a holiday concert at 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 13, in the Rigas Family Theater.
SBU agreement opens direct path to UB biochemistry program
Nov 11, 2026 | St. Bonaventure University science students have a new pathway to advanced research training and careers in science and medicine through an articulation agreement with the University at Buffalo’s Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences.
Maydonovitch siblings commit $3.5 million to SBU’s future
Nov 5, 2026 | Two St. Bonaventure University graduates are carrying their legacy forward through estate commitments totaling $3.5 million, extending their family’s investment in education to future generations of Bonnies.
SBU panel explores AI, human dignity and the pursuit of truth
Nov 4, 2026 | What does Pope Leo XIV have to say about artificial intelligence, and how can his insights help inform a St. Bonaventure education? These and other questions took center stage at a panel of students and professors on Wednesday, Oct. 21.
PA students, faculty make their mark at statewide conference
Oct 29, 2026 | Thirty-seven students and seven faculty members from St. Bonaventure University's Physician Assistant Studies program joined PA professionals, educators and fellow students from across New York state at the 2026 New York State Society of Physician Associates (NYSSPA) Annual CME Conference
Small Atoms. Big Ideas.
Oct 26, 2026 | “Electrons are fuzzy and really smeared out.” That’s how St. Bonaventure Chemistry Professor Dr. Scott Simpson describes one of the fundamental challenges of his research: using computers and mathematics to predict what happens during chemical reactions.
Welcoming Rob Buckla, '84, back to St. Bonaventure
Oct 26, 2026 | St. Bonaventure University has named Robert J. Buckla, Ed.D., a 1984 graduate of the university, its new executive director of major and principal gifts, effective Jan. 5, 2027.
SBU introduces new Certificate in Investigative Reporting
Oct 23, 2026 | The Jandoli School of Communication at St. Bonaventure University is introducing a new undergraduate Certificate in Investigative Reporting for students who want to develop advanced skills in deeply reported journalism.
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Explore SBU your way! Next option:
Explore St. Bonaventure your way with campus tours, Discovery Days, and personalized visits this fall!
Veterans Day Discovery Day, featuring the School of Business
Wednesday, Nov. 11
LEARN MORE ABOUT VISITING SBU
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Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) Q & A Session - VIRTUAL
A Zoom meeting link will be sent to registrants.
Join us for a Q & A session to learn more about the Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) program at St. Bonaventure University! Discover how our innovative curriculum, hands-on clinical experiences, and dedicated faculty prepare students to become compassionate and skilled OT professionals. This session will provide an overview of the program, admission requirements, and the unique opportunities available to our students.
Register here
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Bonnies in Atlanta: WBB Postgame Reception
Atlanta Bonnies, join us for an afternoon of basketball and Bona spirit! 🤎🤍
Cheer on the St. Bonaventure women's basketball team as they take on Chattanooga, then join fellow alumni and friends for a postgame gathering at Wood’s Chapel BBQ!
🏀 Game Details
- Matchup: St. Bonaventure vs. Chattanooga
- Tipoff: 12 p.m. View Schedule Here
🍽️ Postgame Gathering
- When: Immediately following the Bonnies game
- Where: Wood’s Chapel BBQ
- Address: 85 Georgia Ave. SE, Atlanta, GA 30312
- Cost: Food and beverages available for individual purchase
We'll have a private area reserved for our group, and we're excited that President Jeff Gingerich will be joining us.
REGISTER HERE
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Kissimmee MBB Happy Hour
Calling all Florida Bonnies! Join us for a special alumni happy hour during the St. Bonaventure men's basketball tournament in Florida!
Hosted by our Florida alumni chapter, this gathering is a great opportunity to reconnect with fellow Bonnies, meet new friends and celebrate our Bona pride while the men's basketball team is in town.
Whether you're a local alum or visiting for the tournament, we'd love to see you! Come enjoy an evening of friendship, fellowship and Bonnie spirit.
All alumni, family, friends and Bonnies fans are welcome!
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NYC Board Retreat Week Activities
PLEASE REGISTER HERE for any of the following events below.
Thursday, Dec. 3rd
Mass at St. Patrick's Cathedral | Alumni Reception
Join St. Bonaventure University in New York City for a special Mass at St. Patrick’s Cathedral on Thursday, Dec. 3, followed by a reception at the Archdiocese of New York. Reconnect with fellow alumni and friends while hearing from President Jeff Gingerich and university leadership about the exciting future of St. Bonaventure.
NYC Breadline Volunteer Opportunity:
St. Francis of Assisi Roman Catholic Church | 135 W. 31st St. | 6:45 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.
Alumni Volunteer Opportunity Coffee Visit: SIGN UP FOR A MEETING TIME
Grab a coffee and chat with our Alumni Engagement team about ways to get more involved with St. Bonaventure, from volunteering on campus and helping with alumni events to giving back and supporting the Bona community!
Conwell Coffee & Cocktail Hall | 6 Hanover St. | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Friday, Dec. 4th
Alumni Volunteer Opportunity Coffee Visit: SIGN UP FOR A MEETING TIME
Grab a coffee and chat with our Alumni Engagement team about ways to get more involved with St. Bonaventure, from volunteering on campus and helping with alumni events to giving back and supporting the Bona community!
Fellini Coffee | 1335 Lexington Ave. | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 5th
MBB Watch Party
Jack Doyle's | 240 W 35th St., New York, NY | 12 p.m. (tip off at 12:30 p.m.)
WBB Marist Pregame
Mahoney's Irish Pub & Steakhouse | 35 Main St., Poughkeepsie, NY | 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. (tip off at 5 p.m.)
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MBB vs. Siena Pregame
Join fellow St. Bonaventure alumni, family and friends for a pregame reception at Albany Stadium Restaurant & Bar on Wednesday, Dec. 9, before the Bonnies take on Siena! Reconnect with fellow Bonnies, enjoy some great company and get ready to cheer on the brown and white!
Event Details:
📅 Date: Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2026 |4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
📍 Location: Albany Stadium Restaurant & Bar | 51 South Pearl St., Albany, NY
$20 per person (includes food, access to our reserved space and cash bar)
🏀 Game Tipoff: 7 p.m.
All alumni, family, friends and Bonnies fans are welcome!
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MBB vs. Temple Pregame
Join fellow St. Bonaventure alumni, family and friends for a pregame reception before the Bonnies take on Temple! Reconnect with fellow Bonnies, enjoy great company and get ready to cheer on the brown and white in Philadelphia!
The day will also include an opportunity to gather for Mass before the game.
Event Details:
Mass: 10:45 a.m. | Director's Room at the Dunning Coaches Center
📍 Location: Directors’ Room at the Dunning Coaches Center (located next to the arena) | 231 South 33rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104
⏰ Time: 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
$30 per person (includes food, access to our reserved space and cash bar)
🏀 Game: St. Bonaventure vs. Temple
All alumni, family, friends and Bonnies fans are welcome! Wear your Bona gear and join us for a fun gathering before the game!
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Third Annual St. Bonaventure Golf Invitational
Join us May 2-4, 2027, at the prestigious Pinehurst Resort in Pinehurst, North Carolina, for a premier golf experience supporting St. Bonaventure University’s Endowment at the Third Annual St. Bonaventure Golf Invitational.
Limited to just 72 golfers, the St. Bonaventure Golf Invitational offers three unforgettable days of championship play at the renowned Pinehurst Resort. Designed to combine world-class golf with meaningful connection, the event brings together alumni, friends, and supporters committed to the University’s future. All proceeds benefit St. Bonaventure University’s Endowment, strengthening scholarship support and expanding opportunity for talented students. By participating, you help advance the education and future success of the next generation of Bonnies.
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