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‘Hunger and Resilience’ among three new exhibitions at SBU’s Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts
Sep 5, 2024
“Hunger starts somewhere. It is not a choice.”
These words, spoken by Tia, a widowed mother of three young children living in Jackson, Mississippi, are among 50 audio stories and portraits in a new exhibition at St. Bonaventure University’s Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts that reveals the courage and fragility of individuals who have experienced hunger.
Titled “Hunger and Resilience: A Traveling Exhibition by Photographer Michael Nye,” the immersive exhibition will run Sept. 20 through Nov. 20 in the first-floor Dresser Foundation Gallery of the Quick Center.
Visitors will have use of high-quality headphones as they explore the portraits and stories of people from all walks of life who have endured hunger. From a middle-class couple who never imagined it could happen to them, to a cowboy whose riding injury left him unable to work, to Tia, the widowed young mother of three, the diverse narratives bring the faces and complexities of hunger into the light.
"These stories are about all of us as we live with our uncertainties and the realization that we, too, could experience hunger,” Nye said.
He believes his subjects are teachers and we are their students.
Nye, who lives in downtown San Antonio, Texas, practiced law for 10 years before pursuing photography full time. He is the recipient of a Mid-America National Endowment for the Arts grant in photography, a Warren Skaaren Charitable Trust Grant and two Kronkosky Charitable Foundation grants. He is editor and host of a weekly podcast of narrative histories. His documentaries, photography and audio exhibitions have traveled to more than 150 cities across the country.
In conjunction with the exhibition, the university is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Warming House, the university’s student-run soup kitchen in Olean. This outreach ministry allows student volunteers to learn about food insecurity while offering nourishment and fellowship to those in need.
A second exhibition, “Art of Storytelling,” highlights visual communication through the ages and showcases selected works from the 14th through 20th centuries, all of which are part of the university’s extraordinary art collection. The exhibition opens Sept. 20 in the Quick Center’s Paul W. Beltz Gallery on the second floor and will be ongoing.
It is the largest installation of the university’s art collection in several years and includes paintings, sculptures and works on paper.
Evelyn Penman, assistant director and senior curator of the Quick Center, hopes that the exhibition will increase exposure of the university’s collection and maximize its potential as a teaching resource.
“By exhibiting larger portions of the collection, we are looking to draw upon this exhibition for inspiration to support gallery programs for adults and children,” Penman said.
She noted that the university also utilizes each exhibition as a catalyst for curricular innovation, promoting the active use of the museum and its collections by the university community.
The third new exhibition is titled “Outdoor Life: Paintings by Don Wynn.” The Adirondack artist paints the great outdoors in this exhibition featuring fishing and hunting in the wild parts of New York state.
Wynn is a graduate of Pratt Institute (BFA) and Indiana University (MFA). He has been a visiting artist at many universities and institutions, including Yale University and the Art Institute of Chicago, and has received numerous awards. In 1970, his work received international recognition in the Whitney Museum’s landmark “Twenty-Two Realists” exhibition. In 1978, he was the first living artist to be given a solo exhibition at the Adirondack Museum. In 1995, the Metropolitan Museum of Art acquired one of his oils for its “Twentieth Century Collection,” making him the first Adirondack resident artist so honored since Rockwell Kent.
This exhibition is guest curated by St. Bonaventure alumnus Gary Keem, ’69. It opens Sept. 20 in the first-floor Front Gallery of the Quick Center and runs through December.
Galleries are open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, and noon to 4 p.m. on weekends. Admission is free and open to the public.
For more information about the Quick Center’s exhibitions and programs, visit www.sbu.edu/QuickCenter.
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Boston Friar Reception
Join fellow St. Bonaventure alumni, friends and members of the Franciscan community for the 2026 Boston Friars Reception. Enjoy an evening of cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and fellowship as we reconnect and celebrate the Franciscan spirit that brings our Bona community together. St. Bonaventure University President Jeff Gingerich will also offer remarks and share an update from campus.
October 29, 2026 6:00PM - 8:00PM
St. Anthony Shrine & Friars Residence
100 Arch StreetBoston, Massachusetts 02110This special gathering is generously hosted by Fr. Frank Sevola, O.F.M., ’82 and Fr. John O'Connor. We hope you’ll join us for a warm and welcoming evening with the Bona family in Boston.
Register by October 22nd HERE
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Explore SBU your way! Next option:
Explore St. Bonaventure your way with campus tours, Discovery Days, Open Houses and personalized visits this fall!
Schools of Communication and Education Discovery Day
Friday, Nov. 6
Jandoli School of Communication | School of Education
Veterans Day Discovery Day, featuring the School of Business
Wednesday, Nov. 11
LEARN MORE ABOUT VISITING SBU
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Riff City Social | Canisius Pregame
Get ready to cheer on the Bonnies as they take on Canisius! 🏀
Join fellow St. Bonaventure alumni, family and friends for a pregame reception at Riff City Social before the Bonnies hit the court at 7 p.m. Reconnect with the Bona community, enjoy great food and get ready for an exciting night of basketball!
Pregame Reception Details
Location: Riff City Social | 166 Chandler St.
Time: 4–6 p.m.
Cost: $20 per person (includes food and access to our dedicated pregame space)
Game tipoff: 7 p.m.
Whether you're a longtime Bonnies fan or joining us for the first time, all are welcome! Wear your brown and white, bring a friend and help us get ready to cheer on the Bonnies!
Please note: Game tickets are not included in the reception registration and must be purchased separately. To purchase tickets, please feel free to text or call the SBU Ticket Office at (716) 375-2500 or email us at tickets@sbu.edu.
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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.
- 6:00 p.m.- 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 10 2026; register now
A Zoom meeting link will be sent to registrants.
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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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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.
Register here
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2027 Reunion Weekend
Save the Date: Reunion Weekend 2027!
Mark your calendars! Reunion Weekend 2027 returns to its traditional first weekend in June, taking place June 4–6, 2027.
We'll be celebrating alumni from class years ending in 2 and 7, with a special welcome to the Class of 1977 as they celebrate their 50th Reunion. All alumni are welcome to attend!
Start making your travel and accommodation plans now, and stay tuned for registration details, event information, and more exciting updates in the months ahead. We can't wait to welcome you back to St. Bonaventure!