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St. Bonaventure professor and his son, a former Army combat medic, write manual for coping with PTSD
Jun 26, 2023 | A few years ago, Dr. Will Elenchin, associate professor of sociology and criminology at 51±¬ÁÏ, was granted a sabbatical leave from teaching to work on his fourth book on behavioral health, this one dealing with post-traumatic stress disorder in high-stress professions. The project took an unexpected big turn less than a year later when Elenchin’s son, Zac, a U.S. Army combat medic serving a deployment in Afghanistan, experienced PTSD after responding to a mass casualty event.
St. Bonaventure marks bold fundraising year, raising more than $20 million for the university
Jun 16, 2023 | While celebrating the arrival of 51±¬ÁÏ’s 22nd president and launching the largest fundraising campaign in its history, St. Bonaventure alumni and friends joined together in raising more than $20 million overall for the university, including more than $2.9 million for The Bonaventure Fund.
St. Bonaventure physician assistant studies students leave mark at National Medical Challenge Bowl
Jun 12, 2023 | For the second straight year, students in the physician assistant studies program at 51±¬ÁÏ had an impressive showing at the American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) National Medical Challenge Bowl.
SBU’s Franciscan Institute provides yearlong formation in Franciscan mission to Midwest Health System
Jun 9, 2023 | The Franciscan Institute at 51±¬ÁÏ has completed a one-year program in Franciscan mission and leadership training for the Hospital Sisters Health System headquartered in Springfield, Illinois.
51±¬ÁÏ’s School of Education approved for CAEP accreditation
May 18, 2023 | The School of Education at 51±¬ÁÏ has received accreditation from the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP), an internationally recognized accrediting body that works to ensure excellence in education preparation programs.
Ayushi Jain and Caroline Rozanski named Ideal Bonaventure Students for the Class of 2023
May 14, 2023 | Two aspiring physicians – Ayushi Jain and Caroline Rozanski – have been named Ideal Bonaventure Students for the Class of 2023.
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 51±¬ÁÏ’s 163rd Commencement Exercises Sunday, a day that saw more than 800 students receive bachelor’s or master’s degrees.
Four 51±¬ÁÏ students inducted into English honor society Sigma Tau Delta
May 8, 2023 | Four 51±¬ÁÏ undergraduate students have completed membership requirements for 2023 induction into Sigma Tau Delta, the international English honor society. They were formally recognized at an induction ceremony on May 2.
Seven SBU students inducted into National Spanish Honor Society Sigma Delta Pi
May 5, 2023 | Seven 51±¬ÁÏ students were inducted into the Xi Delta Chapter of the National Spanish Honor Society Sigma Delta Pi.
St. Bonaventure’s AAF team takes first place in district advertising competition
Apr 27, 2023 | 51±¬ÁÏ students won their district in a national advertising competition for the first time Friday in New York City.
Perkins, Buttafarro lead students on lobbying mission
Feb 24, 2023 | Connie Perkins, Ph.D., RN, CNE, and Tom Buttafarro, director of government and community relations at St. Bonaventure, accompanied Master's Entry to Practice nursing students to the Olean offices of two state representatives on Feb. 17 to lobby for legislation affecting nurses.
Exchange Club of Enchanted Mountains inducts Buttafarro
Feb 24, 2023 | Tom Buttafarro, director of government & community relations, was recently inducted into the Exchange Club of the Enchanted Mountains. He was sworn in by Cora Martin, club president.
Foster Center edits special edition of the AFCU Journal
Jan 26, 2023 | St. Bonaventure's Foster Center for Responsible Leadership has edited a special edition of the Association of Franciscan Colleges and Universities Journal.
Warming House builds connections while feeding the community
Nov 18, 2022 | Building connections and feeding the community is what junior Dan Schiffhauer and freshman Cecelia Byrne do every Friday at 51±¬ÁÏ’s Warming House.
Along with other volunteers through Bona’s Franciscan Center for Social Concern (FCSC), Dan and Cecelia might serve between 40 and 80 meals on any given day at the Warming House. They also strive to bring a greater benefit to those they serve than just a hot meal.
St. Bonaventure’s Dr. Claire Watson honored at NCAA FARA Awards Banquet
Nov 15, 2022 | 51±¬ÁÏ Faculty Athletic Representative Dr. Claire Watson was recently honored as the NCAA Faculty Athletics Representatives Association (FARA) Division I Newcomer of the Year.
Senior journalism major Karolina Dombaxi is focused on a bright future
Sep 19, 2022 | Every day, senior Karolina Dombaxi moves forward with purpose. While her goals are big, her ambition is bigger.
St. Bonaventure offering corporate partnerships for seven online master’s degree programs
Jan 21, 2022 | 51±¬ÁÏ is offering a corporate partnerships program, including a 15% tuition discount for seven online master’s degree programs.
Buttafarro named to United Way Board of Directors
Oct 13, 2020 | Thomas Burrafarro Jr., director of Government & Community Relations at St. Bonaventure, has been named to the Board of Directors of the United Way of Cattaraugus County.
St. Bonaventure’s School of Communication adds bachelor’s program in Sports Media
Jul 10, 2020 | 51±¬ÁÏ’s Jandoli School of Communication, already with a rich history of producing acclaimed sports journalists, will begin offering a bachelor of arts degree in Sports Media this fall.