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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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South Carolina LowCountry Bonnies Weekend Getaway
Join fellow Bonnies for a fun-filled weekend on Hilton Head Island, Sept. 25–26! Kick things off with happy hour Friday evening at Local Legend Brewing, followed by a Saturday golf outing at Indigo Run and an evening cruise aboard the Salty Dog.
Friday the 25th - Cocktails at Legends Brewery & Beer Garden from 6:00 PM.
Saturday the 26th - golf outing at Indigo Run, price $126 per round, 5 tee times for groups of four starting at 12:30, clubhouse to be closed for an event but we will have access to a beverage cart and driving range.
Saturday the 26th - evening cruise on the Salty Dog Cruise boat at 6:00 PM, price is $43 per person.
Please contact the alumni office with any questions and we will get you in touch with the SC Chapter Leader, Andy Fry.
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Family Legacy Reception
Family Weekend Legacy Reception
Legacy families are invited to join us for refreshments during Family Weekend! Hosted by the Office of Alumni Engagement, this special reception is an opportunity to meet some of our deans and faculty, connect with fellow legacy families, and enjoy time together on campus.
SBU legacy students and their family members are welcome to attend, so bring the whole family and gather for a Bona family photo!
Saturday, Sept. 26
11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Reilly Center – Hall of Fame RoomKindly RSVP by Friday, Sept. 18. Registration details coming soon!
For questions or more information, contact the Office of Alumni Engagement at alumni@sbu.edu.
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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!
Fall Open Houses
Saturday, Oct. 3 & Saturday, Oct. 24
Dennis R. DePerro School of Health Professions Discovery Day
Friday, Oct. 16
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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Francis: A New Oratorio by Richard Danielpour
Experience the world premiere of Francis, a powerful new oratorio by acclaimed composer Richard Danielpour inspired by the life of St. Francis of Assisi and commemorating the 800th anniversary of his death. Featuring a libretto by Sr. Margaret Carney, O.S.F. Led by JoAnn Falletta and featuring Claudia Christian as narrator, the performance brings together the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra and Buffalo Philharmonic Chorus for an unforgettable musical experience.
Sunday, October 11 | 2:30pm
- Kleinhans Music Hall
3 Symphony Circle
Buffalo, NY 14201A special ticket price of $40 is available for seats labeled pink and dark blue on the seating chart. Use promo code FRANCISJUBILEE when purchasing tickets online, or call the BPO Box Office at 716-885-5000 and mention the promo code. Tickets on sale now!
Before the Performance:
A Special Bonaventure LuncheonJoin Sr. Margaret at Marcato by Oliver’s at Kleinhans Music Hall as she shares reflections on bringing the oratorio to life. The luncheon is free, but registration is required by Oct. 5. Performance tickets must be purchased separately.
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2026 Hellinger Award
The annual Hellinger Awards Ceremony honors the Jandoli School’s top graduates and recognizes the accomplishments of outstanding alumni. We look forward to honoring 2026 Hellinger Award recipient David Scibilia, honorable mention Conor Amendola, Alumnus of the Year Dr. Michael Hill and welcoming keynote speaker Lisa Wilson, a groundbreaking sports journalist and editorial director at The Athletic.
Aloft Hotel, Grand Aeries Room | 500 Pearl Street | Buffalo, NY 14202
Reception and open bar at 5:30 p.m. | Program at 6:30 p.m.
There is a hotel block at the Aloft, providing convenient access to the event and accommodations. You can make your hotel reservations here through Sept. 25.
For questions about sponsorships or advertising, or to arrange a payment method other than credit card, please contact Ashley Childs at achilds@sbu.edu
Registration and sponsorship information is now available here.
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St. Bonaventure MBB vs. Penn State
Join fellow Bonnies to root on the men’s basketball team as they face Penn State in an exhibition game at the Key Bank Center in Buffalo, NY at 4:00 p.m.
All courtside seats (first row) and floor seats on risers (second row) in sections 1-10 include access to the 1970 Club located behind Section 123. The 1970 Club will include a cash bar that will open at 1:30 p.m. and food served at 3:00 p.m.
Additional pre-game reception information will be announced soon.
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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!