University Ministries News, Publications & Research

SBU’s Franciscan Institute publishes a new book on St. Francis’ Earlier Rule

Oct 13, 2023 | Franciscan Institute Publications of St. Bonaventure University has published a new study of St. Francis of Assisi’s rule of 1221.

Franciscan scholar Cusato writes new biography of St. Francis

Oct 05, 2023 | A new biography of Francis of Assisi by Fr. Michael Cusato, scholar-in-residence at St. Bonaventure Friary, represents decades of original research and reflection by the author, one of the leading historians of the Franciscan phenomenon working in the world today.

Bonnies hold off late Army push to seal landmark victory in rugby program history

Sep 23, 2023 | What looked like heartbreak turned into jubilation as St. Bonaventure narrowly held off Army, 29-26, Saturday afternoon in a Rugby East heavyweight bout, giving the Bonnies their biggest regular-season win in program history.

Public invited to lecture, Transitus, Mass during Francis Week events at St. Bonaventure

Sep 21, 2023 | St. Bonaventure University will celebrate the life of St. Francis of Assisi during Francis Week, Sept. 26 to Oct. 4. This year’s theme is “Care for Creation.”

U.S. News gives St. Bonaventure high marks for value and innovation

Sep 18, 2023 | In U.S. News & World Report’s 2024 college rankings released today, St. Bonaventure is ranked No. 6 — out of 167 institutions — on the list of Best Regional University Values in the North, an 11-state region from Maryland to Maine

St. Bonaventure receives $286,000 grant to address mental health and substance abuse

Sep 14, 2023 | St. Bonaventure has been awarded a three-year federal grant of more than $286,000 to help the university’s efforts to address mental health and substance abuse issues.

St. Bonaventure students get opportunity to spend semester getting inside look at Albany

Sep 08, 2023 | For two students hailing from tiny hometowns, getting dropped off to intern for a semester in the bustling state capital of New York was a bit of a culture shock.

Native American powwow set for Sept. 14 at St. Bonaventure’s Reilly Center Arena

Sep 06, 2023 | The campus and local communities are invited to learn more about Native American heritage and culture at a powwow Sept. 14 at St. Bonaventure University.

$500k Cabrini Health Foundation grant benefiting 31 St. Bonaventure students

Sep 04, 2023 | Luke Green has one goal in his new role as resource coordinator in St. Bonaventure University’s Office of Student Affairs: helping students move successfully from their first day of college to their last.

Alice Miller Nation named director of University Ministries at St. Bonaventure

Sep 01, 2023 | Alice Miller Nation has been named the director of University Ministries at St. Bonaventure University, Fr. Stephen Mimnaugh, O.F.M., vice president for Mission Integration, announced today.

St. Bonaventure University theology professors lead international conference in Rome

Aug 24, 2023 | Dr. Aaron Gies and Dr. Andrew Belfield, assistant professors of theology and Franciscan Studies at St. Bonaventure University, recently led an international group of theologians considering the topic “Alexander of Hales and the Early Franciscan School on the Last Things” at Collegio Sant’Isidoro in Rome, Italy.

Three Bonnies taken in Major League Rugby Draft; Ricky Rose selected first overall

Aug 18, 2023 | Three members of the St. Bonaventure University rugby team were selected Thursday night in the Major League Rugby Draft, including Ricky Rose, selected No. 1 overall by the expansion Miami Sharks.

St. Bonaventure ranked again among Best 389 Colleges by Princeton Review

Aug 16, 2023 | St. Bonaventure University has again been named one of the nation’s “Best 389 Colleges” by The Princeton Review.

Seven SBU rugby players named Scholastic All-Americans by NCR

Jul 24, 2023 | Seven rugby players at St. Bonaventure University have been named Scholastic All-Americans.

Fresh Encounters: Freshman coordinators bring fresh ideas and recipes to the Warming House

Jul 19, 2023 | With the large number of new freshman coordinators this past year, the kitchen at the Warming House was vibrant with ideas, relationships and recipes.

Fr. Steven Kuehn named chaplain at St. Bonaventure University

Jul 14, 2023 | Fr. Steven Kuehn, O.F.M., has been named chaplain at St. Bonaventure University, President Jeff Gingerich announced today.

Spencer named executive director of Student Success Center at SBU

Jul 11, 2023 | Adriane Spencer has been named executive director of St. Bonaventure University’s Student Success Center, Dr. David Hilmey, interim provost, announced today.

Nine members of Bonaventure community attend AFCU Symposium at Siena College

Jul 06, 2023 | Nine members of the St. Bonaventure University community, including President Dr. Jeff Gingerich, attended the 2023 Symposium of the Association of Franciscan Colleges and Universities.

SBU’s Franciscan Institute provides yearlong formation in Franciscan mission to Midwest Health System

Jun 09, 2023 | The Franciscan Institute at St. Bonaventure University has completed a one-year program in Franciscan mission and leadership training for the Hospital Sisters Health System headquartered in Springfield, Illinois.

Fr. Dan Riley honored with doctorate at St. Bonaventure’s 163rd Commencement

May 14, 2023 | Fr. Dan Riley, O.F.M., the charismatic face of St. Bonaventure for more than 50 years, received an honorary doctorate of humane letters at St. Bonaventure University’s 163rd Commencement Exercises Sunday, a day that saw more than 800 students receive bachelor’s or master’s degrees.