Health Science News, Publications & Research

Free public showing of the documentary ‘Bending the Arc’ to be held April 22 at St. �山ǿ��

Apr 11, 2022 | A showing of “Bending the Arc,” the award-winning documentary about how three young people began a movement that would change global health forever, will be held at 6 p.m. Friday, April 22, in Rigas Family Theater at St. �山ǿ��’s Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts.

Dr. Jeff Gingerich named St. Bonaventure's 22nd president

Mar 08, 2022 | Dr. Jeff Gingerich, provost and senior vice president of Academic Affairs at the University of Scranton, has been named the 22nd president of St. �山ǿ��.

Ellicottville’s Poole to keynote inaugural �山ǿ�� Occupational Therapy event April 8

Feb 18, 2022 | A man whose life had “hit rock bottom” and now serves as inspiration will be the keynote speaker at a special event for the occupational therapy community of Western New York.

Perkins published in nursing journal; new program approved

Jan 31, 2022 | An article by Connie Perkins, Ph.D., RN, CNE, founding director of nursing, has been published in American Nurse Journal.

Tkacik earns doctorate from University of Lynchburg

Jan 31, 2022 | Dr. James Tkacik, assistant professor in the physician assistant studies program, graduated in January 2022 from the University of Lynchburg, Lynchburg, Virginia, with a Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc) degree.

PA Studies program teams up with Southern Tier Health Care

Jan 31, 2022 | James Tkacik, director of clinical education for the physician assistant studies program, has been working with Southern Tier Health Care System Inc. over the past year on ways to partner with the organization.

St. Bonaventure offering master’s program in nursing for qualified students with a bachelor's degree

Jan 18, 2022 | A graduate program offering a direct pathway to the nursing profession for those with a bachelor’s degree is now available from the School of Health Professions at St. �山ǿ��.

$8 million gift names St. Bonaventure’s School of Health Professions for Dr. DePerro

Dec 21, 2021 | Though he served less than four years as president of St. �山ǿ��, the late Dr. Dennis R. DePerro left a lasting imprint on the school and its future. In honor of his passion and dedication, some distinguished alumni have pooled their resources to name the School of Health Professions in his memory.

Health science major Marissa Carrig to give student address at �山ǿ��'s December Recognition Ceremony

Dec 14, 2021 | Marissa Kellie Carrig, a health science major from Colden, New York, will give the student address during St. �山ǿ��’s December Recognition Ceremony on Saturday, Dec. 18.

Perkins and Honors students publish research article

Nov 05, 2021 | Connie Perkins, Ph.D., RN, CNE, founding director of nursing, along with four students from her spring Honors Special Topics course focusing on medical errors in the United States, published an article in Physician Outlook magazine.

�山ǿ��’s Franciscan Institute receives grant for Health Professions Franciscan mission training

Oct 04, 2021 | The Franciscan Institute at St. �山ǿ�� has been awarded a $5,000 grant from the Galasso Foundation to provide Franciscan mission-based leadership training to faculty and students in the School of Health Professions at the university.

U.S. News gives St. �山ǿ�� high marks for value and teaching excellence

Sep 14, 2021 | In U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 college rankings released Monday, St. Bonaventure is ranked among the nation’s best college values. �山ǿ�� ranks No. 5 on the list of Best Regional University Values in the North, an 11-state region from Maryland to Maine.

Kent, Marasco accepted into occupational therapy mentorship program

Sep 09, 2021 | Darla Kent, clinical assistant professor of occupational therapy, and Suzanne Marasco, assistant professor of occupational therapy, have been accepted into the New Educator Mentoring Program (NEMP) of the American Occupational Therapy Association’s Academic Education Special Interest Section (AESIS).

Soltysik completes Open Educational Research program

Sep 04, 2021 | Dr. Suzanne Soltysik, clinical assistant professor in the Department of Nursing at St. Bonaventure, is a graduate of Open Educational Resources 101, having completed the July/August cohort.

Nornhold earns Ed.D. in health education from St. Augustine

Sep 04, 2021 | Dr. Tracy Nornhold, clinical assistant professor of occupational therapy, earned a Doctor of Education in health education from the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences on Aug. 20.

‘Rural Voices’ chosen as All Bonaventure Reads selection for 2021-22

Aug 11, 2021 | The 2021-22 all-campus read at St. �山ǿ�� features an array of short stories, poetry, graphic short stories and personal essays, diving deep into the complexity and diversity of rural America and the people who call it home.

St. Bonaventure awarded $200,000 state grant to help registered nurses complete BS in Nursing degrees

Aug 06, 2021 | St. �山ǿ�� was awarded a New York State Department of Labor grant to help create a talent pipeline for registered nurses in the region.

Dr. David Hilmey named acting provost, VP for Academic Affairs at St. Bonaventure

Jul 23, 2021 | Dr. David Hilmey has been named acting provost and vice president for Academic Affairs at St. �山ǿ��.

New Master of Public Health degree now available from St. �山ǿ��

Jul 12, 2021 | A Master of Public Health degree is now available from the School of Health Professions at St. �山ǿ��. The new graduate-level program prepares students for rewarding careers in the rapidly expanding public health field.

Orientation leaders prepare to welcome incoming freshmen at St. Bonaventure

Jul 08, 2021 | St. �山ǿ��’s Orientation Team is on campus and preparing to welcome the Class of 2025 to the university community.