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Henry explores weight-inclusive health care in encyclopedia chapter
Aug 22, 2025 | Dr. Heidi Henry, assistant professor of Counselor Education, authored a book chapter titled “Health at Every Size” that was published in The Encyclopedia of Mental Health Trainings, Certifications, & Credentials.
Jones completes pastoral and end-of-life training
Aug 22, 2025 | Dr. Shatonda Jones, associate professor of Speech-Language Pathology and director of Clinical Education, graduated in May from Loyola University New Orleans’ Institute of Ministry with a Master of Pastoral Studies (MPS), emphasizing Christian Spirituality.
Finance professor examines how global trade shapes growth
Aug 22, 2025 | Dr. Janhavi Shankar Tripathi, assistant professor of finance, has published a new paper titled “International Trade and Economic Growth in the Era of Geoeconomic Fragmentation” (with Dr. Dominick Salvatore, Fordham University) in the Journal of Policy Modeling.
Missel earns two Catholic Media Association Awards
Aug 22, 2025 | Tom Missel, SBU's chief communications officer, won a pair of awards from the Catholic Media Association for cover stories he wrote for Bonaventure magazine in 2024.
Valento honored with 2025 award for enrollment leadership
Aug 22, 2025 | Bernie Valento, vice president for Enrollment, was honored with the 2025 “We Live for This” award at The Institute for Higher Education in Beaver Creek, Colorado, held June 15–19.
Research reveals how PFAS’ acidity affects environmental mobility
Aug 21, 2025 | Professor of Chemistry Dr. Scott Simpson, in collaboration with researchers at the University at Buffalo, has developed a more accurate way to measure the acidity of “forever chemicals,” a crucial step in understanding how these pollutants move through the environment and affect health.
Rizzuto earns certified aging-in-place specialist credential
Aug 21, 2025 | Dr. Aime Rizzuto, clinical assistant professor of Occupational Therapy, completed a rigorous three-part certification series to earn her CAPS (Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist) credential.
Garrison attends rural education and school law conferences
Aug 21, 2025 | Dr. Rene Garrison, dean of the School of Education, attended the New York State Rural Schools Association conference, which focused on under-resourced schools in rural areas of New York state.
Celebrating the ‘Canticle of the Creatures’
Aug 21, 2025 | A number of 鶹ӳ alumni and individuals affiliated with Bona’s past and present attended the Association of Franciscan Colleges and Universities (AFCU) Symposium June 4-7 at Viterbo University in celebration of the 800th anniversary of the “Canticle of the Creatures.”
Couturier presents research in Assisi, publishes new book
Aug 21, 2025 | Fr. David Couturier, O.F.M. Cap., associate professor and director of the Franciscan Institute, delivered three academic papers at the General Assembly of the International Franciscan Conference of Congregations of the Third Order Regular in Assisi, Italy, in May.
Oh publishes in top-tier journal, presents at conference
Aug 21, 2025 | Dr. Daekyun Oh, assistant professor of Physical Education, co-authored an article in the Journal of Teaching in Physical Education (JTPE).
Chimbel moderates panel on adapting journalism education to change
Aug 21, 2025 | Jandoli School of Communication Dean Aaron Chimbel organized and moderated a panel, “Leading Journalism Education Amid Rapid Global Change,” at the World Journalism Education Congress, Aug. 10, in San Francisco.
Hyun helps bring ‘Critical Incidents’ book to Korean readers
Aug 21, 2025 | A book that Dr. June (Jung) H. Hyun, associate professor of Counselor Education, translated into Korean, has been published in Korea.
Bussman shares insights in Chautauqua Gazette
Aug 21, 2025 | Jason K. Bussman, an adjunct lecturer in the Department of English, was a featured writer in the Chautauqua Gazette’s Aug. 11 “Off to College” edition.
Davis shares data-driven fundraising strategies at conference
Aug 21, 2025 | Mandi Wilton Davis, ’03, director of Advancement Operations, presented “Swimming in Data, Not Drowning: Practical Strategies for Advancement Teams” at the annual GiveCampus Partners Conference in Washington, D.C., on Aug. 7.
Perkins publishes research, represents U.S. at Nursing Congress
Aug 21, 2025 | Connie Perkins, founding director of Nursing, co-authored an article in the Journal of Professional Nursing, which is the journal of the American Association of Colleges of Nursing.
Day of family creativity and community at Art for All Ages
Aug 21, 2025 | Families are invited to join in a day of creativity and community at Art for All Ages, a special event designed to inspire young artists through hands-on crafting and custom art projects on Saturday, Aug. 23.
Gift from Hickeys allows SBU to build new 6-court tennis complex
Aug 20, 2025 | Thanks to a significant gift from Michael and Kristeen Hickey, both from the Class of 1984, 鶹ӳ will have a new outdoor tennis complex.
46 students from 5 area schools compete in SBU's Challenge 24
Aug 19, 2025 | Forty-six students from five area schools participated in the annual Challenge 24 math contest at 鶹ӳ.
Institute publishes a new book on Franciscan mission integration
Aug 11, 2025 | The Franciscan Institute at 鶹ӳ has released the second book in a series focused on mission integration in Franciscan institutions.