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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
SBU awarded Mental Health America Bell Seal for workplace mental health
ΒιΆΉΣ³» is proud to announce that it has been awarded a 2025 Silver Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health by Mental Health America (MHA).
The Bell Seal is the nationβs preeminent certification, recognizing employers committed to creating mentally healthy workplaces. Only two in five employers meet the standards for Bell Seal certification.
The Bell Seal recognizes employer advances in workplace mental health by awarding Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum recognition. ΒιΆΉΣ³» underwent a rigorous evaluation of its policies and practices in four areas: workplace culture, benefits, compliance, and wellness programs. Among the materials reviewed by MHA were the universityβs benefits guide, paid time off (PTO) and holiday schedules, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Tuition Remission Policy.
As the university strives to be an employer of choice in the region, it recognizes the importance of wellness programs in connection with a reduction in turnover and improved retention.
βThis recognition means a great deal to us,β said University President Jeff Gingerich, Ph.D. βNot just as a credential, but also as a reflection of the care we strive to show every member of our campus community. Mental health is personal, and at ΒιΆΉΣ³» we want every employee to know theyβre seen, supported, and never alone in their journey.β
Gaining status as a Bell Seal recipient demonstrates the universityβs ongoing commitment to employee mental health and well-being.
MHA is the nationβs leading community-based nonprofit dedicated to promoting mental health, well-being, and illness prevention for all. The organization has spent decades researching mental health in the workplace and introduced the Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health in 2019 to recognize organizations that value and implement policies and practices that support employee mental health and well-being.
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ΒιΆΉΣ³» the University: The nationβs first Franciscan university, ΒιΆΉΣ³» is a community committed to transforming the lives of its students inside and outside the classroom, inspiring in them a commitment to academic excellence and lifelong civic engagement. Out of 167 regional universities in the North, ΒιΆΉΣ³» was ranked #6 for value and #14 for innovation by U.S. News and World Report (2024).
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Explore SBU your way! Next option:
Explore ΒιΆΉΣ³» 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! π
Join fellow ΒιΆΉΣ³» 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: 4β6 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 ΒιΆΉΣ³»! 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 ΒιΆΉΣ³» 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 ΒιΆΉΣ³» in New York City for a special Mass at St. Patrickβs 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 ΒιΆΉΣ³».
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 ΒιΆΉΣ³», 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 ΒιΆΉΣ³», 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 ΒιΆΉΣ³» Golf Invitational
Join us May 2-4, 2027, at the prestigious Pinehurst Resort in Pinehurst, North Carolina, for a premier golf experience supporting ΒιΆΉΣ³»βs Endowment at the Third Annual ΒιΆΉΣ³» Golf Invitational.
Limited to just 72 golfers, the ΒιΆΉΣ³» 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 Universityβs future. All proceeds benefit ΒιΆΉΣ³»βs 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 4β6, 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 ΒιΆΉΣ³»!