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, Residence Life & Dining

With 81% of our students living on campus (96% of freshmen), residence and dining halls come alive with activity each day.

Housing, Residence Life & 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
$500,000 Cabrini Health Foundation grant to aid 30 new SBU students Jan 16, 2025 | St. Bonaventure University has received another $500,000 grant from the Cabrini Health Foundation to benefit 30 Pell-eligible students in the health professions and education who might not otherwise have been able to attend SBU.
Franciscan Institute scholars publish interdisciplinary volume on trust Jan 10, 2025 | Three scholars from the Franciscan Institute at St. Bonaventure University have joined in the publication of a new international volume titled “Trust: Franciscan Connections in Theology, Spirituality, Economics and Beyond.”
St. Joe's students make 43rd annual food delivery to Warming House Dec 20, 2024 | For the 43rd consecutive year, students from St. Joseph’s Collegiate Institute delivered a truckload of nonperishable food items and paper products Friday to the Warming House, St. Bonaventure University’s soup kitchen on North Union Street in Olean.
SBU’s Simpson, SUNY researchers publish article on removal of PFAS Dec 18, 2024 | Dr. Scott Simpson, professor of Chemistry at St. Bonaventure University, along with researchers from the University at Buffalo and Stony Brook University, continue to fight on the front line in their effort to rid dangerous chemicals from water.
SBU’s Quick Center names Bernstein as assistant director Dec 16, 2024 | The Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts at St. Bonaventure University has named Paula Fidurko Bernstein as its new assistant director.
Foster Center edits special edition of the AFCU Journal Dec 16, 2024 | The Foster Center for Responsible Leadership in the School of Business has edited a special edition of the Association of Franciscan Colleges and Universities (AFCU) Journal.
Lee contributes to AMP special edition on Springsteen album Dec 16, 2024 | An article by Dr. Richard Lee, a professor in the Jandoli School, appeared in AMP: American Musical Perspectives, an academic journal published by Penn State University Press.
Jones and Hart give invited presentation at convention Dec 16, 2024 | Dr. Shatonda Jones, CCC-SLP, associate professor and director of clinical education for the Speech-Language Pathology program, and Dr. Pam Hart, CCC-SLP, program director, delivered a two-hour invited presentation at the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association's annual convention in Seattle, Washington, on Dec. 6.
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Virtual Tour

  • Bonnies vs. Duquesne Pre-Game Party

    Join us for a pre-game rally as we gear up to cheer on our St. Bonaventure Bonnies against Duquesne. Feel the energy, bring your spirit, and let’s make some noise together!

    Milano's Pizza
    1304 5th Avenue
    Pittsburgh, PA 15219

    Register here


  • Watch Party with President Gingerich

    Cheer for the Bonnies as they take on Duquesne! Connect with your Bonnies family and cheer for our team.

    The Parrot Patio Bar & Grill
    7230 52nd Pl E
    Bradenton, FL 34203

    This event is free to attend, but registration is required to ensure an accurate count for the venue.

    Register here


  • Rochester Chapter Watch Parties: Duquesne

    Join us to cheer your St. Bonaventure Bonnies on to victory! Don't miss out on these watch parties during the St. Bonaventure vs. Duquesne men's basketball game.

    Rohrbach Brewing Company
    97 Railroad St
    Rochester, NY 14609

    Country Roads
    25 Parce Avenue
    Fairport, NY 14450

  • Buffalo Chapter Watch Party: Duquesne

    Join us to cheer your St. Bonaventure Bonnies on to victory! Don't miss out on this watch party during the St. Bonaventure vs. Duquesne men's basketball game.

    Thirsty Buffalo
    555 Elmwood Ave.
    Buffalo, N.Y.


  • Discover why SBU is for you! Next visit event:

    Choose from these visit options:

    • Weekday campus tours & info sessions
    • Preview Days:
    • April 27 Junior Open House
    • Or, schedule a virtual visit with an Admissions representative

     

  • Early Assurance Pathways & Program Information Session

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    Join us to learn how St. Bonaventure’s Early Assurance Programs (EAP) can guarantee your spot in one of our graduate programs while you’re still an undergraduate student.

    Register here

  • New Jersey Chapter Watch Party: Fordham

    Join us at Shillelagh Pub in West Orange, N.J., to cheer your St. Bonaventure Bonnies on to victory! Don't miss out on this watch party during the St. Bonaventure vs. Fordham men's basketball game.

    Shillelagh Pub
    648 Prospect Avenue
    West Orange, NJ  07052


  • Florida Chapter Watch Party: Fordham

    Join us for a pre-game rally as we gear up to cheer on our St. Bonaventure Bonnies against Fordham. Feel the energy, bring your spirit, and let’s make some noise together!

    Pelican Larry’s
    19800 Village Center Drive
    STE 235 B
    Fort Myers, FL

    For more information, please contact Mike Davis at jmike91250@aol.com


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