Orientation at SBU

Orientation is an opportunity to learn about all things Bonaventure, from the interesting classes you'll be taking to the fun and rewarding clubs and organization you can join. It also marks the start of new friendships that you will cherish the rest of your life.

Spring 2026 Online Orientation

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At Spring 2026 Online Orientation, new students have a chance to explore the academic, social and spiritual aspects of campus life through an online interactive, informative, and engaging program.

All new students who are starting classes in January are required to complete the online Orientation prior to the start of the semester. The program will be done through Moodle, the learning management system that you will use for all courses at SBU.

In addition, we will offer an optional Zoom session where you can ask current SBU students and staff questions to receive real-time answers and a chance to make connections before classes start. All incoming Spring 2026 students are welcome to register for either Zoom session.

The available dates for the optional online (Zoom) component of Spring 2026 Online Orientation are listed below. You will receive the link to join via your St. Bonaventure University email address prior to the session.

Session 1: Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 12 p.m. (EST)

Session 2: Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 3 p.m. (EST)

Questions about Spring 2026 Online Orientation?
Please email questions to Calsey Bump.

First-Year July Orientation (in-person)

Each July, we host four two-day orientation sessions for incoming first-year students and their families.

These sessions are strongly encouraged by the university to ensure student success and a smooth transition to college.

July 2026 Freshman Orientation sessions

The table below includes the dates for the four 2026 Freshman Orientation sessions. Students are encouraged to register as early as possible, keeping in mind that some sessions may reach capacity and become unavailable.

Session 1	Thursday & Friday, July 16-17	Registration link coming soon
Session 2	Monday & Tuesday, July 20-21	Registration link coming soon
Session 3	Thursday & Friday, July 23-24	Registration link coming soon
Session 4	Monday & Tuesday, July 27-28	Registration link coming soon

A look back at our 2025 O-Team student leaders.

2026 student leaders will be posted soon.

Our orientation leaders, known as The O Team, guide you, our newest Bonnies, through your two-day visit. Their mission is to help you learn about campus life, answer all your questions, and share with you their passion for St. Bonaventure.

The O Team will lead you as you:

begin friendships and build relationships with your new classmates
experience the highlights of campus life
discuss your academic journey with faculty advisers
spend a night in a residence hall

A look back at the 2025 Student Schedule

Student Schedule - A

Student Schedule - B

A look back at the 2025 Parent Schedule

Parent Schedule - A

Parent Schedule - B

The 2026 schedules will be posted soon.

First-year July Orientation (online)

Registration link for 2026 will be posted in the near future.

July Online Orientation is hosted to accommodate long-distance and international students to ensure their St. Bonaventure success. This online program consists of activities to complete in order to get the incoming students ready for life on campus.

Online Orientation will be held on Moodle, our university learning system. The "course" will be available to students starting July 30 and can be completed at an individual pace.

(Please note, international students are encouraged to attend both online orientation as well as international orientation.)

Fall Transfer Orientation

Registration link for 2026 will be posted in the near future.

Transfer students are highly encouraged to attend Transfer Orientation the Friday before classes start for fall semester (Monday, August 31).

This program is extremely important for transfer students to attend to learn how to use Moodle (our academic platform), discuss your four-year path with an academic adviser, meet your peer coach (a student who has been at SBU for at least a full year), campus employment, and even have the opportunity to walk your schedule with a student leader before classes begin.

International Student Orientation

International Student Orientation is a program designed specifically for international students to assist in their transition abroad.

Students will work with the associate director of International Student Services to arrive on campus as close to a week before classes start as possible. Throughout the week, we will host activities, sessions, presentations, and workshops to give international students time to adjust to life at SBU.

Some of the highlights of International Student Orientation include:

learning how to use the bus system
joining a campus tour
F-1 and I-20 workshops
setting up an American bank account
getting involved in campus volunteer projects

There are many activities hosted by our International Student Services student staff including campfires, s'mores, drive-in movies, and international game night.

Please note that this is not to replace online orientation in July. Online orientation will cover information not presented during international orientation.

International program contact:

Jonathan Mascaut
Associate Director of International Student Services and Study Abroad
716-375-4009
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