Life at SBU

Some of your most memorable experiences will happen outside of the classroom. We encourage you to embrace all of the opportunities that SBU offers, and to become a well-rounded, active, community-focused citizen.

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Housing & Dining

With 75% of our students living on campus, residence and dining halls come alive with activity each day.

Housing & Dining
Student Services

We offer an array of academic and personal support services to help you find success and contentment in and out of the classroom.

Student Services
Health, Safety & Conduct

Our Center for Student Wellness attends to the physical and emotional health of our students, while our Office of Safety & Security is on the job 24/7/365.

Health, Safety & Conduct
Career Planning

Our Career and Professional Readiness Center's innovative programming helps students explore career options and equips them with the professional skills needed to succeed after college.

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University Ministries

We welcome students of all religious affiliations to participate in a variety of opportunities for spiritual growth, service learning, social action and community building.

University Ministries
Clubs & Organizations

Joining a club or organization, and we offer more than 50, is a great way to make new friends, develop leadership skills and pursue your passion.

Clubs & Organizations
Activities & Recreation

The Center for Activities, Recreation & Leadership provides plenty of opportunities to keep you active, engaged and playing the games you love.

Activities & Recreation
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We strive to walk in the footprints of St. Francis by cultivating a campuswide environment for celebrating multiculturalism and diversity.

Equity & Inclusion
Arts & Events

The Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts headlines a rich array of campus events and activities.

Arts & Events


Students Giving Back

 

A Bonaventure Tradition

Student Voices

"The best feeling you can ever get is when you show kindness to others."

2018 sport studies major and Ghana native, Paul Nana Afful, volunteered at SBU's Warming House soup kitchen, one of many service opportunities available at SBU.
 Social Action Programs
News & Events
Questa joins panel on how women are shaping sports Apr 29, 2024 | Barb Questa, Co-Interim Director of Athletics, was invited to speak at a panel titled "She's Got Next: How Women Are Shaping the Sports Landscape" on April 19 in Buffalo, New York.
DeSimone wins Best Paper at Business Research conference Apr 29, 2024 | Dr. Kimberly DeSimone, professor and director of the master's in Leadership program, won a Best Paper award, management track, at the Academy of Business Research conference in New Orleans on March 21,
Mackowski presents on Stonewall Jackson at symposium Apr 29, 2024 | Dr. Chris Mackowski, professor of Journalism and Mass Communication, presented at the 2024 Prince William County (Virginia) History Symposium on March 23.
McDivitt presents papers at Great Lakes & SBU conferences Apr 29, 2024 | Dr. Heather McDivitt, assistant professor of Philosophy, participated in the 2024 Great Lakes Philosophy Conference, held April 12-14, and presented a paper titled "What can the Stoics Teach us about Blame and Forgiveness?"
Simone to return to classical music broadcasting at WNED Apr 29, 2024 | Dr. Ed. Simone, professor and director of the Theater program, has been invited to return to classical music broadcasting and will begin hosting again for WNED Classical, Buffalo/Toronto, in May.
DeFazio completes Franciscan Studies certificate program Apr 29, 2024 | Rob DeFazio, associate dean for Student Life, completed the Franciscan Studies online certificate program through The University of St. Francis in Joliet, Illinois, in partnership with the Association of Franciscan Colleges and Universities.
Hindman presents for World Creativity and Innovation Day Apr 29, 2024 | Dr. Margaret Hindman, assistant professor of Counselor Education, was invited to present internationally at the 2024 World Creativity and Innovation Day Celebration (WCID) in collaboration with the Association for Creativity in Counseling Conference (ACC) and the United Nations.
Uhl published in Electronic Journal of Combinatorics Apr 29, 2024 | Dr. Christine Uhl, associate professor of Mathematics, had her paper "Metric Dimension of a Direct Product of Three Complete Graphs" published in the Electronic Journal of Combinatorics on April 19.
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Virtual Tour

  • Bona Day at the Buffalo Bisons

    Join other Bona alumni before the game, then cheer on the Buffalo Bisons as they battle the St. Louis Saints. $16 includes a game ticket, pizza, and water. 

    Register here

  • Attend an Occupational Therapy virtual info session; Next session:

    Learn about the Master of Science in Occupational Therapy program at SBU by attending an upcoming virtual info session.

    All sessions:


    Registrants will be sent a Zoom link.

  • Attend our Master's Entry to Practice info session

    The Master's Entry to Practice program is an efficient way to become a registered nurse while also achieving a Master of Science in Nursing. Learn more by attending one of our virtual info session, Register now for the June 6 info session. Registrants will be sent a Zoom link.

  • 2024 Alumni Reunion Weekend

    We're proud of St. Bonaventure University's more than 31,000 alumni and each year we welcome back to campus members of celebrated classes for a chance to reconnect with friends and relive their favorite traditions. Join us for our 2024 Alumni Reunion Weekend as we honor the classes of 1954, 1959, 1964, 1969, 1974, 1979, 1984, 1989, 1994, 1999, 2004, 2009, 2014, and 2019.

    Register here

  • Golf with the Bonnies in Rochester

    The St. Bonaventure Athletics Department invites you to the annual Golf with the Bonnies in Rochester, N.Y. at Ravenwood Country Club on Tuesday, June 18, 2024 (note, the next day is a federal holiday). Join your fellow Bonnies alumni and fans for a great day of golf and comradery, all to benefit the Bonnies Athletic Fund. Follow the link for pricing including a special young alumni rate. Register now as the field will be capped at 120 golfers.

    Register here

  • Bona Day at Saratoga Race Course

    Alumni and friends are invited to gather along the rail for a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Feel the ground shake as the horses round the final turn and race toward the finish line. Witness the thrilling crack of the whip and the thoroughbreds' incredible acceleration as jockeys compete for position. Friends and family are welcome! The cost is $50 per person. 

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