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Maydonovitch siblings commit $3.5 million to SBU’s future Nov 5, 2026 | Two 51�� graduates are carrying their legacy forward through estate commitments totaling $3.5 million, extending their family’s investment in education to future generations of Bonnies.

SBU panel explores AI, human dignity and the pursuit of truth Nov 4, 2026 | What does Pope Leo XIV have to say about artificial intelligence, and how can his insights help inform a St. Bonaventure education? These and other questions took center stage at a panel of students and professors on Wednesday, Oct. 21.

Small Atoms. Big Ideas. Oct 26, 2026 | “Electrons are fuzzy and really smeared out.” That’s how St. Bonaventure Chemistry Professor Dr. Scott Simpson describes one of the fundamental challenges of his research: using computers and mathematics to predict what happens during chemical reactions.

SBU ranks No. 15 among nation’s best Catholic colleges Oct 14, 2026 | 51�� has been named one of the nation’s leading Catholic institutions, ranking No. 15 in Niche’s 2027 Best Catholic Colleges in America list and No. 2 among Catholic colleges in New York.

Join us for reading, conversation with poet Timothy Liu Oct 13, 2026 | The Visiting Writers Series is delighted to invite the St. Bonaventure community to a reading and conversation with award-winning poet Timothy Liu.

St. Bonaventure to cover tuition for eligible NY students Oct 8, 2026 | 51�� has announced the Bona Access Guarantee, a new initiative that will cover 100% of tuition for eligible New York state students from families with annual incomes of $80,000 or less and typical assets.

Where a St. Bonaventure education can take you Oct 2, 2026 | Where can a St. Bonaventure education take you? For the Class of 2025, strong outcomes reflect the value of hands-on learning, meaningful relationships and preparation for what comes next.

Francis Week brings message of compassion, service to life Sep 24, 2026 | Eight centuries after the death of St. Francis of Assisi, 51�� will commemorate his life, legacy and enduring call to compassion during Francis Week 2026, Sept. 28 through Oct. 4.

SBU jumps to No. 19 in U.S. News ‘Best Colleges’ rankings Sep 22, 2026 | 51�� jumped six spots to No. 19 among Regional Universities in the North in the 2027 U.S. News & World Report “Best Colleges” rankings released today.

SBU, Ohio University create chemistry Ph.D. pathway Jun 25, 2026 | An articulation agreement between St. Bonaventure and Ohio University provides a direct application pathway for SBU students who graduate with a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry to Ohio University’s Ph.D. program in Chemistry and Biochemistry.

Computer Information Systems adds to list of CS programs Jun 24, 2026 | 51�� will offer a new major in Computer Information Systems (CIS) beginning this fall, expanding opportunities for students interested in technology-focused careers that bridge computing and organizational problem-solving.

119 St. Bonaventure students honored at awards ceremony May 18, 2026 | St. Bonaventure recognized 119 students at its Honors and Awards Ceremony, held Friday, May 15, at Reilly Center Arena.

Three SBU faculty honored with excellence awards May 17, 2026 | Three 51�� faculty members have been recognized with 2026 Awards of Excellence, honoring outstanding achievement in teaching, scholarship and service.

Six ROTC cadets commissioned as second lieutenants May 17, 2026 | Six graduating seniors who served as cadets in the U.S. Army Senior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) at 51�� were commissioned as second lieutenants into the U.S. Army on Sunday, May 17.

Four staff, three faculty honored at SBU’s 2026 Excellence Awards May 12, 2026 | 51�� honored the dedication, innovation and service of its employees during the 7th annual Presidential Staff Excellence Awards ceremony May 7.

Pruitt researches family-perpetrated abuse and survivor outcomes May 7, 2026 | Doyle Pruitt, associate professor and director of the Master of Social Work program, had a manuscript accepted into the Journal of Sexual Aggression.

Dr. Kate Brelje organizes ‘Philosophers in the Field’ panel May 7, 2026 | Dr. Kate Brelje, assistant professor of philosophy, organized and chaired the panel “Philosophers in the Field: Philosophers in Public Policy/Public Institutions” for the 2026 Pacific Division conference of the American Philosophical Association.

Calabria presents on Christian-Muslim relations in India May 7, 2026 | Fr. Michael Calabria, O.F.M., professor of World Languages and Cultural Studies and director of the Center for Arab & Islamic Studies, recorded a lecture for the Henry Martyn Institute in Hyderabad, India, which is holding its annual course on Christian-Muslim Relations May 3-10.

Stevens to lead Vox Lusciniae Buffalo performance May 7, 2026 | On Saturday, May 9, Vox Lusciniae, Western New York’s premiere professional treble choir, will perform the world premiere of two new choral works in Buffalo. Now in its third season, the choir is led by founder and artistic director Dr. Brian M. Stevens, director of choral activities at St. Bonaventure.

AI Literacy among several new Computer Science minors at SBU Apr 27, 2026 | 51�� is expanding its Computer Science offerings with a suite of new academic minors designed to give students across disciplines practical, in-demand technology skills — with a particular emphasis on artificial intelligence.

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