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.

St. Bonaventure University

Housing, Residence Life & Dining

With 75% of our students living on campus, 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
Major gift to Jandoli School lays foundation for Henretta Center Oct 11, 2024 | The upcoming addition to the home of the renowned Jandoli School of Communication at St. Bonaventure University now has a name, thanks to the generosity of one of its most accomplished alumni.
Agents For Advocacy founder Mark Talley to speak at St. Bonaventure, share efforts for social and economic justice Oct 8, 2024 | In the two years since Mark Talley’s mother, Geraldine Talley, was among the 10 people killed by a white supremacist at a Buffalo grocery store, he has fought grief and anger and dedicated himself to pursuing socioeconomic justice and eradicating systemic racism.
SBU President Gingerich launches BonaLeads: President’s Leadership Academy Oct 7, 2024 | Dr. Jeff Gingerich, university president, has launched BonaLeads: President’s Leadership Academy.
University, county Health Department partnership expands wellness outreach across Cattaraugus County Oct 7, 2024 | A cadre of students in the DePerro School of Health Professions at St. Bonaventure University have partnered with the Cattaraugus County Health Department for the past two semesters to help improve the health of local residents.
SBU to host forum on presidential race Oct. 22; registration required ​ Oct 7, 2024 | St. Bonaventure University will host a panel discussion on the 2024 presidential race on Tuesday, Oct. 22, in the Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts.
SBU Biochemistry alumnus to discuss how plants defend themselves against bacterial pathogens Oct 7, 2024 | St. Bonaventure University alumnus Dr. Jordan Powers, ’18, will return to campus Thursday, Oct. 10, to discuss his Ph.D. thesis research on how plants defend themselves against bacterial pathogens.
Bonaventure women and men ruggers edge Walsh clubs in heart-stopping fashion Oct 5, 2024 | Anyone who watched both rugby matches Saturday at St. Bonaventure probably doesn’t have any fingernails left.
Bonaventure women and men ruggers square off Saturday with familiar foes Oct 4, 2024 | St. Bonaventure’s nationally ranked women’s and men’s rugby teams square off with their counterparts from Walsh University Saturday at SBU’s Marra Athletics Fields Complex. The women, ranked No. 5 in the latest National Collegiate Rugby Division I poll, play No. 7 Walsh at 10 a.m. The 4th-ranked Bonaventure men play 6th-ranked Walsh at noon.
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Virtual Tour

  • Corporate Partner Exclusive Information Session

    Learn about our graduate programs at SBU by attending our Corporate Partner Exclusive virtual info session.


    Registrants will be sent a Zoom link.

  • 2024 Kearns Global Business Lecture Livestream

    Join St. Bonaventure alumnus and global businessman Richard P. "Dick" Kearns, '72, and a panel of international business executives for the 2024 Kearns Global Business Lecture as they discuss GenAI - Understanding Current Applications in Business and Higher Ed. This event will be livestreamed.

    Register by Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024

  • Discover why SBU is for you! Next event:

    Choose from these visit options:

    • Weekday campus tours & info sessions
    • Discovery Days:
    • Oct. 26 Open House
    • Nov. 11 Veterans Day Visit/Business
    • Nov. 23 & Dec. 7 General Preview Days, featuring group tours & info sessions (academics, financial aid, student life & more)
    • Or, schedule a virtual visit with an Admissions representative

  • Houghton College Graduate School Fair

    Interested in attending graduate school? Stop by the St. Bonaventure University admissions table at the Houghton College Graduate School Fair to check out our offerings in business, health professions, and education!

  • SUNY Geneseo Graduate School Fair

    Connect with St. Bonaventure University at the SUNY Geneseo Graduate School Fair to learn more about our diverse graduate programs. Whether you're looking to advance your career in business, health professions, education, or other fields, we’re here to help you take the next step toward your academic and professional goals.

  • Beyond Bold - Binghamton

    Join us as for a reception with President Jeff Gingerich and Vice President and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Bob Beretta. 

    Binghamton Country Club
    1401 Robinson Hill Road
    Endwell, New York 13760

    Register by Friday, Oct. 11, 2024

  • Buffalo State Graduate School Fair

    Join St. Bonaventure University at the Buffalo State Graduate School Fair to explore our graduate programs and discover how we can help you achieve your career goals. Whether you're interested in business, health professions, education, or another field, we’re ready to help you take the next step in your academic journey.

  • SUNY Fredonia Graduate School Fair

    Visit St. Bonaventure University at the SUNY Fredonia Graduate School Fair to explore our graduate programs and learn how we can help you advance your career. Whether you're pursuing a degree in business, health professions, education, or another field, we're here to help you reach your academic and professional goals.
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