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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.

Bonnies begin pursuit of back-to-back national rugby titles Aug 27, 2026 | For most teams, in any sport, the climb is the motivation. Every season begins with the same distant goal: reach the mountaintop, win the last game and experience the rare satisfaction of being crowned a national champion.

Fr. Larry Ford, O.F.M., named guardian of SBU Friary Aug 21, 2026 | Fr. Larry Ford, O.F.M., has been named guardian of the �鶹ӳ�� Friary.

�鶹ӳ�� again recognized by Princeton Review Aug 18, 2026 | �鶹ӳ�� has once again been named one of the nation’s best institutions for undergraduate education by The Princeton Review.

SBU education programs earn accreditation from AAQEP Aug 18, 2026 | �鶹ӳ��’s educator preparation programs have earned national accreditation from the Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation (AAQEP), affirming the quality and effectiveness of programs in the university’s School of Education.

Redfern chosen to lead Marketing & Communications Office Aug 6, 2026 | Paul Redfern, a nationally respected higher education marketing and communications leader with more than 25 years’ experience at institutions in the Northeast, has been named chief marketing and communications officer at �鶹ӳ��.

Szymanski honored with Community Impact Award Jul 31, 2026 | Jeff Szymanski, clinical assistant professor and director of didactics in �鶹ӳ��’s Physician Assistant Studies program, has won the 2026 Community Impact Award from the New York State Society of Physician Assistants (NYSSPA).

Quick Center announces Performing Arts series, fall galleries Jul 31, 2026 | A diverse, world-class lineup of music, dance and theatrical chemistry is coming to the Southern Tier as �鶹ӳ��’s Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts unveils its 2026-2027 Performing Arts Season.

Olean High alum creates endowment to honor Bonnies reporter Jul 29, 2026 | Shirley Whipple Struchen didn’t even attend �鶹ӳ��, but the impact one man made on her life more than 60 years ago compelled her to establish a $50,000 endowment to the university in his name.

SBU students Wonder what the music is all about at Oxford Jul 27, 2026 | Students in �鶹ӳ��’s six-week Francis E. Kelley Oxford Program at the University of Oxford’s Trinity College conducted research for a conference presentation on Stevie Wonder’s “Songs in the Key of Life” album.

Franciscan Institute concludes dynamic summer programs Jul 17, 2026 | The Franciscan Institute at �鶹ӳ�� has successfully concluded its 2026 summer programs, bringing together scholars, friars, lay leaders, ministers and students from around the world for a season of study, reflection and celebration rooted in the rich Franciscan intellectual and spiritual tradition.

SBU recognizes second BonaLeads cohort, eyes program growth Jul 9, 2026 | �鶹ӳ�� recognized the successful completion of the second cohort of BonaLeads: President’s Leadership Academy this spring, marking another successful year for the leadership development program launched by President Jeff Gingerich and his wife, Betsy.

Canisius, �鶹ӳ�� launch OT master's pathway Jul 8, 2026 | A new articulation agreement between Canisius University and �鶹ӳ�� creates a direct pathway for students to earn a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT).

Positive Ripples reaches milestone: safe water to 300,000 Jun 29, 2026 | Positive Ripples, a nonprofit organization with roots at �鶹ӳ��, has reached a significant milestone: 300,000 people now have daily access to safe drinking water through wells the organization has helped build or repair in Haiti.

Six to be inducted into SBU’s Rugby Hall of Fame Sept. 11 Jun 26, 2026 | Six alumni whose contributions helped shape the tradition, culture and success of �鶹ӳ�� rugby will be inducted Sept. 11 into the SBU Rugby Hall of Fame during the university’s annual Rugby Alumni Weekend.

SBU, Ohio University create chemistry Ph.D. pathway Jun 25, 2026 | An articulation agreement between �鶹ӳ�� and Ohio University provides a direct application pathway for SBU students who graduate with a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry to Ohio University’s Ph.D. program in Chemistry and Biochemistry.

23 Bonaventure rugby players named Scholastic All-Americans Jun 25, 2026 | Twenty-three �鶹ӳ�� rugby student-athletes have been named 2025-26 Scholastic All-Americans by National Collegiate Rugby (NCR).

Atlantic Brass Quintet returning to SBU; events free Jun 24, 2026 | The Atlantic Brass Quintet, widely celebrated as one of the world’s most acclaimed and versatile brass chamber ensembles, will return to �鶹ӳ�� this summer for its 33rd annual Atlantic Brass Quintet Summer Seminar.

Computer Information Systems adds to list of CS programs Jun 24, 2026 | �鶹ӳ�� will offer a new major in Computer Information Systems (CIS) beginning this fall, expanding opportunities for students interested in technology-focused careers that bridge computing and organizational problem-solving.

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