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

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
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


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
SBU history series to commemorate America’s 250th birthday Mar 5, 2026 | To help celebrate America’s 250th birthday this year, St. Bonaventure University’s History Department will present a series of public programs through March and April.
Bonnies torch Frostbite field to reach rugby national tourney Mar 5, 2026 | The Bonnies qualified for the national tourney April 24-26 in Boyds, Maryland, with a dominating performance at the Frostbite 7s national qualifier last weekend in Landisville, Pennsylvania.
Bona Giving Day blitz raises record $687,000 Mar 4, 2026 | Bona Giving Day united the entire St. Bonaventure family in an inspiring show of confidence in the university’s future, raising an unprecedented $687,000 to support students, programs and the university’s Franciscan mission.
SBU partners with OpenAI to provide ChatGPT to students, faculty Feb 27, 2026 | St. Bonaventure University will provide ChatGPT Edu licenses to all undergraduate students and faculty in the fall, significantly expanding the university’s commitment to AI integration throughout the educational experience.
Renowned classical/jazz pianist to perform March 13 at SBU Feb 27, 2026 | Willis Delony, one of the nation’s foremost classical/jazz crossover artists, will perform Friday, March 13, at St. Bonaventure University’s Quick Center for the Arts.Delony’s performance will feature collaborations with regionally acclaimed jazz artists for an evening of evocative and genre-blending music.
Mackowski honored by Civil War Roundtable Feb 24, 2026 | Dr. Chris Mackowski, professor in the Jandoli School of Communication, was honored Feb. 9 by the Raleigh (N.C.) Civil War Roundtable as this year’s recipient of the T. Harry Gatton Award.
Zhu paper accepted for Hong Kong conference Feb 24, 2026 | Dr. Jinjing Zhu, associate professor of Management, co-authored the research paper “Rotating Co-Governance: An Innovative Framework for Executive Power Transition.”
Medler’s research examines powerlifting trends Feb 24, 2026 | Dr. Scott Medler, professor of Physician Assistant Studies, published a paper in the International Journal of Strength and Conditioning in January.
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Virtual Tour

  • South Carolina Watch Party: Davidson

    Join us to cheer your St. Bonaventure Bonnies on to victory! Don't miss out on this watch party during the St. Bonaventure vs. Davidson men's basketball game. Tip-off is 12:00 p.m.

    The Roost Sports Bar
    825 Savannah Hwy, Charleston, SC 29407

     

    There is no registration required for this event.

  • Florida Chapter Watch Party: Davidson

    Join us for a watch party as we gear up to cheer on our St. Bonaventure Bonnies against Davidson. Feel the energy, bring your spirit, and let’s make some noise together!

    The Parrot
    7320 52nd Pl. E.
    Bradenton, FL

    For more information, please email Mike Davis at jmike91250@aol.com.


  • MSED Graduate Programs VIRTUAL Information Session

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    Discover your next step after graduation and see how you can become classroom-ready.

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

    Register here

  • 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. 


    A Zoom meeting link will be sent to registrants. 

  • MS CYB VIRTUAL Information Session

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    Learn more about a fast, hands-on path to high-impact cyber roles.

    Curious about cybersecurity careers? Bring your questions and hear how St. Bonaventure’s Master of Science in Cybersecurity builds real-world skills through cloud-based labs and preps you for major certifications.

    Register here

  • Corporate Partners Virtual Info Session

    Learn more about the 15% tuition discount through our Corporate Partners program in our virtual information session. Whether you'd like become a partner or learn more about the programs offered, please join us by registering.


    A Zoom meeting link will be sent to registrants. 

  • Mountain on the Road in Connecticut

    Please join us at Saint Bridget of Ireland Parish, 278 Strawberry Hill Avenue, Stamford, CT. It will include a brief Lenten reflection, time to share, evening prayer, and refreshments.

    Register Here!

     

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