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
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
St. Bonaventure tops 3,000 students, highest in school history Sep 2, 2025 | For the first time in its 167-year history, St. Bonaventure University has enrolled more than 3,000 students, a 50% increase in just 10 years.
BonaResponds, Warming House to help with medical clinic at YMCA Sep 2, 2025 | A Remote Area Medical (RAM) clinic is returning to Olean this month and two longtime service organizations at St. Bonaventure are lending their support.
Quick Center marks 30th season with BPO, gallery debuts Sep 1, 2025 | The Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts at St. Bonaventure University will celebrate its 30th anniversary by opening both its performance and exhibition seasons with a vibrant day of music and art on Sunday, Sept. 21.
Fall '24 heartbreak, spring '25 success drive SBU men's rugby Aug 29, 2025 | Fueled by the disappointment of a heart-wrenching loss last December and bolstered by their success in spring 7s, the men’s rugby team at St. Bonaventure heads into the fall season with a “quiet confidence” that they’ll be able to take the final step to win another national title.
SBU’s STEM programs for teachers, students mark 10th anniversary Aug 28, 2025 | This summer marked the 10th anniversary of two STEM outreach programs at St. Bonaventure University that have made a lasting impact on nearly 200 students and area educators.
Matthews explores transnational feminism in Namibian sports Aug 22, 2025 | Dr. Tammy Rae Matthews, assistant professor in Sports Journalism & Digital Journalism, had two peer-reviewed presentations accepted at the Second International Trans Studies Conference held Sept. 4-7, 2024, at Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois.
John Stevens and daughter share leadership lessons at summit Aug 22, 2025 | John Stevens, senior lecturer in the Management Department, School of Business, was one of the main speakers at the annual Southern Tier Leadership Summit on Aug. 7 at the Cattaraugus County Campus of Jamestown Community College.
Dr. Ebony White presents on decolonizing counseling Aug 22, 2025 | Dr. Ebony White, associate professor of Counselor Education, presented with colleagues at the Caribbean Studies Association conference on June 1-7.
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Virtual Tour

  • Central/South New Jersey Sunset Cruise

    🚢Mark your calendars!🚢
    Don't miss your chance to head out on the New Jersey Chapter's Sunset Cruise with your fellow Bonnies!
    Space is limited!

    Date- September 6, 2025

    Location-  Belmar Marina,  905 Route 35,  Belmar, New Jersey 07719

    Price- $50

    Register Here!

  • Atlanta Chapter Braves Game

    Get ready for a day at the ballpark! ⚾️ We're gathering at Truist Park in Atlanta on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, to watch the Atlanta Braves as they face off against the Chicago Cubs! 🏟️

    Event Details:

    🗓️ Date: Tuesday, September 9, 2025

    🕡 Time: 7:15 PM

    📍 Location: Truist Park, Atlanta, GA

    🎟️ Ticket Price: $32 each

    Register Here

  • Family Weekend

    Family Weekend at SBU is an opportunity for new Bonnies and new Bonnie families to reunite for a weekend of fun.

     VIEW THE FAMILY WEEKEND SCHEDULE

  • Take the first step toward becoming a Bonnie. Visit us! Next campus visit event is:

    Experience the Bona spirit firsthand. Visit campus and see where your future begins. Select any of these visit options:
     

    Friday, Oct. 10 - School of Education | Sign Up 
    Friday, Oct. 17 - DePerro School of Health Professions | Sign Up
    Friday, Nov. 7 - Jandoli School of Communication | Sign Up

    Fall Open House
    Saturday, Oct. 25 - Sign Up

    Preview Days
    Tuesday, Nov. 11 - Veteran's Day - School of Business feature | Sign Up
    Saturday, Nov. 22 - Morning Session | Afternoon Session
    Saturday, Dec. 6 - Morning Session | Afternoon Session

    Also available are weekly campus tours & info sessions. Or consider yourself invited to schedule a virtual visit with an Admissions representative!

    LEARN MORE ABOUT VISITING SBU
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