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�鶹ӳ�� launches Education Partner Program Oct 21, 2026 | �鶹ӳ��'s School of Education is opening new doors for educators through its Education Partner Program, offering educational institutions a no-cost way to support professional growth while helping eligible employees save 20% on tuition for select online master's degree and advanced certificate programs.

SBU ranks No. 15 among nation’s best Catholic colleges Oct 14, 2026 | �鶹ӳ�� 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 �鶹ӳ�� community to a reading and conversation with award-winning poet Timothy Liu.

SBU’s 2026 Kearns Global Forum topic is ‘Think Like a CEO’ Oct 13, 2026 | Six accomplished business leaders will bring decades of global experience to �鶹ӳ�� Oct. 22 for a conversation about what it means to “Think Like a CEO.”

�鶹ӳ�� to cover tuition for eligible NY students Oct 8, 2026 | �鶹ӳ�� 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.

$496,892 grant to expand student well-being initiatives Oct 7, 2026 | �鶹ӳ�� has been awarded a four-year federal grant of $496,892 to strengthen mental health promotion, substance use prevention, suicide prevention, early identification and pathways to care for students.

Where a �鶹ӳ�� education can take you Oct 2, 2026 | Where can a �鶹ӳ�� 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.

SBU celebrates Certified Campus Care Champions Oct 1, 2026 | �鶹ӳ�� celebrated the completion of its inaugural Certified Campus Care Champion pilot program, an employee development initiative designed to strengthen wellness, preparedness and a culture of care across the university community.

Ailey II brings next generation of modern dance to QCA Oct 1, 2026 | One of the world’s most popular modern dance companies is coming to the Southern Tier. The Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts at �鶹ӳ�� will present Ailey II in a spectacular performance at 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 18, in the Rigas Family Theater.

What Francis of Assisi can teach us about living with one another Sep 28, 2026 | Originally published as an op-ed by Fr. Stephen Mimnaugh on Syracuse.com. Fr. Stephen Mimnaugh, O.F.M., is vice president for Mission Integration at �鶹ӳ��.

�鶹ӳ�� launches 30-credit, AI-integrated MBA Sep 24, 2026 | �鶹ӳ��’s School of Business has launched an updated 30-credit Master of Business Administration program, giving students a faster, more affordable path to an AACSB-accredited MBA while integrating artificial intelligence across the curriculum.

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

Warming House to benefit from Bills’ 50/50 raffle Sunday Sep 24, 2026 | �鶹ӳ��’s Warming House is one of 20 organizations in Western New York benefiting from the Huddle for Hunger 50/50 split raffle during the Buffalo Bills vs. Los Angeles Chargers game on Sunday, Sept. 27.

Demonstration meeting set for prospective Toastmasters Club Sep 22, 2026 | �鶹ӳ�� will host a Toastmasters demonstration meeting Wednesday, Oct. 7, as the university explores the creation of a new club designed to bring together members of the campus and greater Olean communities.

SBU jumps to No. 19 in U.S. News ‘Best Colleges’ rankings Sep 22, 2026 | �鶹ӳ�� 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.

Fr. Dominic Monti, O.F.M., leaves enduring legacy at SBU Sep 16, 2026 | Fr. Dominic Monti, O.F.M., a revered Franciscan scholar and educator whose lifelong devotion to the Franciscan intellectual tradition was matched by decades of service to �鶹ӳ��, peacefully passed away on Sept. 16, 2026, while in hospice care. He was 83 years old, a Franciscan friar for 61 years and a priest for 55 years.

Art and music take center stage at QCA season opening Sep 3, 2026 | �鶹ӳ��’s Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts will launch its 2026–27 performance and exhibition seasons on Sunday, Sept. 20, with a full afternoon of world-class fine art, live symphonic music and community celebration.

SBU’s Gingerich named chair of Atlantic 10 Presidents Council Sep 2, 2026 | Dr. Jeff Gingerich, president of �鶹ӳ��, has been elected by his peers to a three-year term as chair of the Atlantic 10 Conference Presidents Council.

Widening recruiting footprint boosts Bonnies women’s rugby Sep 1, 2026 | A recruiting class that once came almost entirely from Western New York now stretches from California to Sweden. For �鶹ӳ�� women’s rugby coach Meredith Pyke, that expanding footprint is one of the clearest signs of how far the program has come — and where it might be headed.

Now open! New Center for Student Wellbeing Sep 1, 2026 | �鶹ӳ��'s new Center for Student Wellbeing brings together Health Services and Counseling Services in one convenient location, making it easier for students to access the care and support they need.

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