University Ministries News, Publications & Research

Gies identifies oldest representation of Alexander of Hales

Sep 29, 2021 | While working on a cover for a new publication project, Dr. Aaron Gies, assistant professor of theology and Franciscan studies, uncovered evidence that a figure of a reading scholar that inhabits an initial graphic letter "T" in a 13th century manuscript now at the Vatican Library is likely the oldest extant representation of Alexander of Hales, the first Franciscan to hold a theology chair at Paris.

U.S. News gives St. Bonaventure University high marks for value and teaching excellence

Sep 14, 2021 | In U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 college rankings released Monday, St. Bonaventure is ranked among the nation’s best college values. SBU ranks No. 5 on the list of Best Regional University Values in the North, an 11-state region from Maryland to Maine.

SBU’s Franciscan Institute appoints associate editor of Franciscan Studies

Sep 13, 2021 | The Franciscan Institute at St. Bonaventure University has announced the appointment of Dr. Aaron Gies as associate editor of its academic journal, Franciscan Studies.

Osborne named director of rugby at St. Bonaventure

Sep 10, 2021 | Tui Osborne has been named director of rugby at St. Bonaventure University. Osborne, along with men’s assistant Danny Neighbour, will coach the women’s team this fall as a search for a new head women’s coach begins.

SBU student arrival information and fall expectations

Jul 29, 2021 | Important reminders about tasks students need to complete before returning, and information about COVID protocols for vaccinated and unvaccinated students.

St. Bonaventure’s Franciscan Institute hosts hundreds at its summer 2021 programs

Jul 23, 2021 | The Franciscan Institute at St. Bonaventure University welcomed more than 420 people at its courses, seminars and workshops this summer.

St. Bonaventure’s Franciscan Institute appoints Franciscan Research Fellow

Jul 20, 2021 | The Franciscan Institute at St. Bonaventure University has appointed Dr. Luke Togni as a research fellow in Franciscan studies in the institute.

SBU’s Warming House to resume indoor meal service beginning Tuesday, July 13

Jul 09, 2021 | The Warming House, the student-run soup kitchen in Olean, will resume indoor meal service beginning Tuesday, July 13.

Franciscan Institute at St. Bonaventure to present Ignatius Brady Lecture series

Jul 07, 2021 | The Ignatius Brady, O.F.M., Memorial Endowment Lecture, presented annually by the Franciscan Institute at St. Bonaventure University, is being offered this year as a five-lecture series.

SBU Theater student’s capstone project expresses pain, hope of extraordinary year

Jun 14, 2021 | Undaunted by COVID-19 limitations, the students of SBU Theater produced a video production this spring expressing the power of theater to inspire and revive.

More than 100 attend funeral service for former Bonnies basketball star George Carter

Jun 05, 2021 | On a pristine summer day, George Carter came home, thanks to the generosity of a foundation and the big hearts of St. Bonaventure alumni.

Hudson, Brown, DeSimone honored with MLK Justice Awards at St. Bonaventure

May 26, 2021 | Three members of the St. Bonaventure University community have been honored with Martin Luther King Jr. Justice Awards.

St. Bonaventure’s Move Out Sale is back, opening to the public at 6:30 p.m. May 17

May 07, 2021 | After a one-year hiatus due to the pandemic, the Franciscan Center for Social Concern will once again host a multi-day sale at St. Bonaventure University to raise funds in support of direct service programming.

Sign, pavilion projects at St. Bonaventure expected to be completed this summer

May 03, 2021 | Work continues on two significant projects on the grounds of St. Bonaventure University.

Chamberland earns certificate, leads weeklong conference

Apr 29, 2021 | Fr. Ross Chamberland, O.F.M., Ed.D., associate vice president for Student Affairs, completed an online graduate certificate program from Cornell University, earning the Financial Success for Nonprofits certificate.

DEI Commission to host webinar April 29 on creating a culture of belonging at Bona’s

Apr 23, 2021 | Christopher “CJ” Gross will discuss the power of creating a culture of belonging at St. Bonaventure when the President’s Commission on Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI) hosts a webinar at 4 p.m. Thursday, April 29.

Fairway View Pavilion at SBU Golf Course opens to public April 19

Apr 15, 2021 | The new Fairway View Pavilion at the St. Bonaventure Golf Course opens to the public Monday, April 19.

St. Bonaventure announces detailed Commencement plans for Class of 2021

Apr 15, 2021 | St. Bonaventure University has announced its plans for Commencement next month, culminating with six ceremonies on Saturday, May 15, for the Class of 2021 to walk across the stage and receive their degrees.

Major Franciscan studies journal publishes article by Gies

Mar 04, 2021 | An article by Dr. Aaron Gies, visiting professor of theology and Franciscan studies, and a fellow for Franciscan research at the Franciscan Institute, has been published in Archivum Franciscanum Historicum, a peer-reviewed major resource tool for scholars of Franciscan history.

University’s peer-reviewed journal Cithara marks 60th anniversary

Feb 23, 2021 | The latest issue of St. Bonaventure University’s peer-reviewed journal Cithara marks a publication milestone with a focus on comparative theology.