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
Bonnies bludgeon No. 2 Brown to reach national rugby semifinals Nov 22, 2025 | In one of the most dominant performances in program history, St. Bonaventure stormed to a 31-0 halftime lead and ousted Brown (8-1), the nation’s second-ranked team, 51-7, to advance to the national semifinals Dec. 6 at Butler, Pennsylvania.
Schilling publishes study on superintendent resilience Nov 19, 2025 | Dr. Nicole Schilling, professor of Educational Leadership, recently published an article in the Journal of Educational Administration titled “Superintendent Resilience: A Qualitative Exploration of Resilience Leadership Skills.”
Marasco presents fieldwork evaluation research at POTA Conference Nov 19, 2025 | Dr. Suzi Marasco, chair of the Occupational Therapy program, presented a two-hour workshop at the Pennsylvania Occupational Therapy Association conference in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Oct. 25.
Faculty share insights on ethics at global Catholic conference Nov 19, 2025 | Three SBU professors presented at the International Vincentian Business Ethics Conference Friday, Oct. 24.
Faculty, student examine corporate ethics post-pandemic Nov 19, 2025 | Darwin L. King, professor of Accounting, Dr. Carl J. Case, professor of Management, Michael L. McLanahan, lecturer in Accounting, and Brody Amidon (MBA 2026) had a paper published in the Journal of Business and Behavioral Sciences (Fall 2025, Vol 37, No 2 issue).
Hager and honors student present pilot data at conference Nov 19, 2025 | Dr. Audrey Hager, assistant professor of Psychology, and honors student Marion Naple, a senior Psychology major, presented research at the Penn-York Undergraduate Research Association Annual Conference Nov. 15.
Stevens, Latvian composer inspire students through choral art Nov 19, 2025 | Dr. Brian Stevens, director of choral activities in the Department of Art, Music and Theater, hosted acclaimed Latvian composer Laura Jēkabsone for a week of rehearsals and workshops with his Western New York-based professional treble chamber choir, Vox Lusciniae, in preparation for their Oct. 4 concert.
Caliva publishes essay on ancient Greek myth in Brill volume Nov 19, 2025 | A paper by Dr. Kathryn Caliva Smart, assistant professor of History, has been included in a volume of essays on ancient myths and religion published by Brill.
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Virtual Tour

  • Bonnies vs. UNC Pre-Game Party

    Join us for a pre-game rally as we gear up to cheer on our St. Bonaventure Bonnies against UNC! Get excited for this game with fellow Bonnies!

    The Ranch Concert Hall and Saloon
    2158 Colonial Blvd
    Fort Myers, FL 33907

    Click Here for tickets to the game!

    Headed to Florida? Register Here!

  • Bonnies vs. ECU Pre-Game Party

    Join us for a pre-game rally as we gear up to cheer on our St. Bonaventure Bonnies against ECU! Get excited for this game with fellow Bonnies!

    The Ranch Concert Hall and Saloon
    2158 Colonial Blvd
    Fort Myers, FL 33907

    Headed to Florida? Register Here!

  • Bonnies vs. FAU Pre-Game Party

    Join us for a pre-game rally as we gear up to cheer on our St. Bonaventure Bonnies against FAU!

    The Irishmen
    1745 NW 2nd Ave
    Boca Raton, FL 33432

    Need Tickets? Contact the ticket office at (716)-375-2500

    Heading to Florida? Register Here!

  • 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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  • MSED Graduate Programs Information Session - On Campus

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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

  • 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. 

    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

  • Bonnies vs. UB Pre-Game Party

    Join us for a pre-game rally as we gear up to cheer on our St. Bonaventure Bonnies against the University at Buffalo!

    Brickhouse Tavern and Tap
    4120 Maple Rd
    Amherst, NY 1422

    Need Tickets? Contact the ticket office at (716)-375-2500

    Register Here!

  • Bonnies vs. Ohio Pre-Game Party

    Join us for a pre-game rally as we gear up to cheer on our St. Bonaventure Bonnies against Ohio! Meet with fellow Bonnies at Southern Tier Brewing starting 2 hours before the event!

    Southern Tier Brewery
    811 Prospect Ave E Ste. E, Cleveland, OH 44115

    Registration Coming Soon!

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