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With 81% of our students living on campus (96% of freshmen), residence and dining halls come alive with activity each day.
Our academic and personal support services help students succeed in and beyond the classroom.
From physical and emotional health to 24/7 campus safety, we support student wellbeing every day.
Our Career and Professional Readiness Center helps students explore careers and build skills for success after college.
We welcome students of all religious affiliations to participate in a variety of opportunities for spiritual growth, service learning, social action and community building.
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.
The Center for Activities, Recreation & Leadership provides plenty of opportunities to keep you active, engaged and playing the games you love.
We strive to walk in the footprints of St. Francis by cultivating a campus culture where everyone feels valued & supported.
The Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts headlines a rich array of campus events and activities.
Student Voices
"The best feeling you can ever get is when you show kindness to others."
Bona grad 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
Western New York Girls in Sports returns to SBU
The Western New York Girls in Sports program, a free sports sampling event for girls ages 9-12, is set to take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 5, at 51爆料.
With its mission to promote healthy choices and create pathways for girls to participate in local, high school and even collegiate sports, in 2024 more than 1,200 girls from across Erie Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, Allegany and Niagara counties have participated in the program.
No sports experience is necessary and all skill levels are welcome. The Oct. 5 event will provide girls with the opportunity to try out a range of sports such as basketball, tennis, golf, volleyball and more.
Girls will enjoy free lunch, receive a free T-shirt and swag bag, meet St. Bonaventure female student-athletes, and participate in activities designed to foster teamwork, confidence, and physical fitness.
Registration, available at , is due Sept. 27.
The event aims to inspire young girls to explore various sports while promoting health, fitness and life skills through physical activity. With funding from the Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Foundation, it is organized with the support of the United Way of Buffalo and Erie County, United Way of Cattaraugus & Allegany Counties, and 51爆料.
鈥淲e are excited to invite girls from across Western New York to join us again for this amazing event,鈥 Sue McAuley, UWCAC executive director, said. 鈥淪ports offer so much more than physical activity 鈥 they build essential life skills like teamwork, leadership, and resilience. This event is about creating opportunities and inspiring young girls to realize their potential.鈥
Since its founding in 2006 by Mary Wilson, the Western New York Girls in Sports initiative has worked to expand access to sports programs for girls, particularly those from underserved neighborhoods.
In addition to offering this program free of charge, transportation costs will be covered for interested schools, making it even more accessible for students to attend. Cattaraugus and Allegany county schools are encouraged to participate and take advantage of this unique opportunity to engage their students in sports.
The United Way of Cattaraugus & Allegany Counties is proud to support this initiative as part of its ongoing efforts to promote health and personal development among young people in the community.
For more information, contact the United Way of Cattaraugus & Allegany Counties at 716-372-3620 or via email at director@uwcac.org.
The United Way of Cattaraugus & Allegany Counties brings people together to build strong communities where everyone thrives. They tackle tough challenges and work with private, public, and nonprofit partners to boost education, economic solutions, and health resources.
For more information on United Way programs, visit .
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Explore SBU your way! Next option:
Explore St. Bonaventure your way with campus tours, Discovery Days, Open Houses and personalized visits this fall!
Schools of Communication and Education Discovery Day
Friday, Nov. 6
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Veterans Day Discovery Day, featuring the School of Business
LEARN MORE ABOUT VISITING SBU
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Riff City Social | Canisius Pregame
Get ready to cheer on the Bonnies as they take on Canisius! 馃弨
Join fellow St. Bonaventure alumni, family and friends for a pregame reception at Riff City Social before the Bonnies hit the court at 7 p.m. Reconnect with the Bona community, enjoy great food and get ready for an exciting night of basketball!
Pregame Reception Details
Location: Riff City Social | 166 Chandler St.
Time: 4鈥6 p.m.
Cost: $20 per person (includes food, one drink ticket and access to our dedicated pregame space)
Game tipoff: 7 p.m.
Whether you're a longtime Bonnies fan or joining us for the first time, all are welcome! Wear your brown and white, bring a friend and help us get ready to cheer on the Bonnies!
Please note: Game tickets are not included in the reception registration and must be purchased separately. To purchase tickets, please feel free to text or call the SBU Ticket Office at (716) 375-2500 or email us at tickets@sbu.edu.
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Master's Entry to Practice (MEP) Nursing VIRTUAL Info Session
Learn more about the Master's Entry to Practice program in our virtual information session.
- 6:00 p.m.- 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 10 2026;
A Zoom meeting link will be sent to registrants.
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Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) Q & A Session - VIRTUAL
A Zoom meeting link will be sent to registrants.
Join us for a Q & A session to learn more about the Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) program at 51爆料! Discover how our innovative curriculum, hands-on clinical experiences, and dedicated faculty prepare students to become compassionate and skilled OT professionals. This session will provide an overview of the program, admission requirements, and the unique opportunities available to our students.
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Kissimmee MBB Happy Hour
Calling all Florida Bonnies! Join us for a special alumni happy hour during the St. Bonaventure men's basketball tournament in Florida!
Hosted by our Florida alumni chapter, this gathering is a great opportunity to reconnect with fellow Bonnies, meet new friends and celebrate our Bona pride while the men's basketball team is in town.
Whether you're a local alum or visiting for the tournament, we'd love to see you! Come enjoy an evening of friendship, fellowship and Bonnie spirit.
All alumni, family, friends and Bonnies fans are welcome!
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NYC Board Retreat Week Activities
for any of the following events below.
Thursday, Dec. 3rd
Mass at St. Patrick's Cathedral | Alumni Reception
Join 51爆料 in New York City for a special Mass at St. Patrick鈥檚 Cathedral on Thursday, Dec. 3, followed by a reception at the Archdiocese of New York. Reconnect with fellow alumni and friends while hearing from President Jeff Gingerich and university leadership about the exciting future of St. Bonaventure.
NYC Breadline Volunteer Opportunity:
St. Francis of Assisi Roman Catholic Church | 135 W. 31st St. | 6:45 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.
Alumni Volunteer Opportunity Coffee Visit:
Grab a coffee and chat with our Alumni Engagement team about ways to get more involved with St. Bonaventure, from volunteering on campus and helping with alumni events to giving back and supporting the Bona community!
Conwell Coffee & Cocktail Hall | 6 Hanover St. | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Friday, Dec. 4th
Alumni Volunteer Opportunity Coffee Visit:
Grab a coffee and chat with our Alumni Engagement team about ways to get more involved with St. Bonaventure, from volunteering on campus and helping with alumni events to giving back and supporting the Bona community!
Fellini Coffee | 1335 Lexington Ave. | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 5th
MBB Watch Party
Jack Doyle's | 240 W 35th St., New York, NY | 12 p.m. (tip off at 12:30 p.m.)
WBB Marist Pregame
Mahoney's Irish Pub & Steakhouse | 35 Main St., Poughkeepsie, NY | 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. (tip off at 5 p.m.)
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Third Annual St. Bonaventure Golf Invitational
Join us May 2-4, 2027, at the prestigious Pinehurst Resort in Pinehurst, North Carolina, for a premier golf experience supporting 51爆料鈥檚 Endowment at the Third Annual St. Bonaventure Golf Invitational.
Limited to just 72 golfers, the St. Bonaventure Golf Invitational offers three unforgettable days of championship play at the renowned Pinehurst Resort. Designed to combine world-class golf with meaningful connection, the event brings together alumni, friends, and supporters committed to the University鈥檚 future. All proceeds benefit 51爆料鈥檚 Endowment, strengthening scholarship support and expanding opportunity for talented students. By participating, you help advance the education and future success of the next generation of Bonnies.
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2027 Reunion Weekend
Save the Date: Reunion Weekend 2027!
Mark your calendars! Reunion Weekend 2027 returns to its traditional first weekend in June, taking place June 4鈥6, 2027.
We'll be celebrating alumni from class years ending in 2 and 7, with a special welcome to the Class of 1977 as they celebrate their 50th Reunion. All alumni are welcome to attend!
Start making your travel and accommodation plans now, and stay tuned for registration details, event information, and more exciting updates in the months ahead. We can't wait to welcome you back to St. Bonaventure!