School of Health Professions News, Publications & Research

�山ǿ��’s OT program now a satellite TRAID Center, providing free loans of assistive technology to the community

Sep 03, 2024 | St. �山ǿ��’s Department of Occupational Therapy is now a satellite location of the Technology-Related Assistance for Individuals with Disabilities (TRAID) Program. This program offers short-term assistive technology loans to the public, including people with disabilities or short-term injuries, caregivers, parents, students requiring technology for education, healthcare providers and/or educators, and many more.

All in first cohort of dual-degree JCC/�山ǿ�� Nursing program pass national licensure exam

Aug 28, 2024 | Every student in the first cohort of St. �山ǿ��’s dual-degree Nursing program has passed the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses.

Master’s nursing students at St. Bonaventure get invaluable experience at Trauma I center

Jul 09, 2024 | Students in the Master’s Entry to Practice (MEP) nursing program at St. �山ǿ�� had an experience this summer they won’t soon forget.

St. Bonaventure 2024 Physician Assistant graduates go 33 for 33 on national exam

Jul 08, 2024 | Every 2024 graduate of St. �山ǿ��’s Physician Assistant Studies program has passed the Physician Assistant National Certifying Exam (PANCE). The national pass rate for first-time PANCE takers is 93% over the last five years.

Jandoli Institute to publish hybrid journalism series

Jun 20, 2024 | Climate change, artificial intelligence and NCAA conference realignment are among the topics St. �山ǿ�� faculty members tackled in a hybrid journalism project for the Jandoli Institute.

Fall ’24 freshman confirmations highest in 35 years at St. Bonaventure

Jun 04, 2024 | Despite significant delays in the federal financial aid process, St. �山ǿ�� has more than 600 incoming freshmen confirmed for the fall semester.

St. Bonaventure’s master’s program in Nursing receives accreditation from CCNE

May 22, 2024 | The Master’s Entry to Practice Nursing program at St. �山ǿ�� has received accreditation from the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.

�山ǿ�� to celebrate 164th Commencement Exercises May 12 on campus

May 07, 2024 | As the seniors at St. �山ǿ�� prepare to conclude their collegiate journey, the distance that once separated them has now transformed into an unbreakable bond, symbolizing their shared experiences and growth throughout their time together.

�山ǿ��’s Students Without Borders serves hundreds during Dominican Republic medical mission

Apr 25, 2024 | While Hanover, Massachusetts, native Taylor Crimi has always had a passion for mission trips, the recent St. �山ǿ�� Students Without Borders (SWOB) medical mission to the Dominican Republic validated that medicine is indeed her true calling.

�山ǿ�� announces faculty promotions and tenure appointments

Apr 18, 2024 | Faculty promotions and tenure appointments at St. �山ǿ�� have been announced by Dr. David Hilmey, provost and vice president of Academic Affairs.

School of Health Professions sets Research Symposium for April 23 at �山ǿ��

Apr 11, 2024 | The Dennis R. DePerro School of Health Professions at St. �山ǿ�� will host its annual Research Symposium featuring student research projects on Tuesday, April 23, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. in the University Conference Center in Doyle Hall.

Perkins advocates for more nursing funding on trip to D.C.

Apr 11, 2024 | Dr. Connie Perkins, founding director of nursing, participated in a policy summit in Washington, D.C., through the American Association of Colleges of Nursing. She advocated with House and Senate members for more funding for nursing education, diverse faculty, and nursing research.

Vallone and Marasco present posters at annual OT conference

Apr 11, 2024 | Dr. Theresa A. Vallone, interim OT program director, and Dr. Suzi Marasco, assistant professor of OT, presented posters at the American Occupational Therapy Association's 2024 Conference and Expo in Orlando, Florida.

Four St. Bonaventure students reflect on memorable MLK Jr. trip to Atlanta

Apr 09, 2024 | For four St. Bonaventure students, experiential learning took on a whole new meaning over spring break.

New testing rooms, resources available in �山ǿ�� Office of Accessibility Services and Academic Support

Mar 19, 2024 | The Office of Accessibility Services and Academic Support is pleased to offer a revamped testing center and additional resources for students with disabilities.

Two concentrations added for public health majors at St. Bonaventure

Mar 08, 2024 | Two new concentrations have created new career pathways for students majoring in public health at St. �山ǿ��.

Perkins and Buttafarro accompany students on lobbying visit

Feb 23, 2024 | Dr. Connie Perkins, founding director of nursing, and Tom Buttafarro, director of the Office of Government & Community Relations at �山ǿ��, lobbied with Master's Entry to Practice nursing students at the Olean office of state Assemblyman Joseph M. Giglio on Feb. 16.

Perkins and Kent present MHFA certification course

Feb 23, 2024 | Dr. Connie Perkins, founding director of nursing, and Dr. Darla Kent, clinical assistant professor of occupational therapy, both national Mental Health First Aid trainers, presented a course to help OT and Master's Entry to Practice nursing students complete their MHFA certification.

Soltysik presents at update course for EMS instructors

Feb 23, 2024 | Dr. Suzanne Soltysik, clinical assistant professor of nursing, presented Evidence-Based Teaching and Learning to the New York State Bureau of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Certified Instructor Update Course for EMS instructors, which took place on Feb. 13.

St. Bonaventure professors collaborate on interdisciplinary hybrid journalism stories

Feb 13, 2024 | The Jandoli Institute at St. �山ǿ�� has launched a second round of its Hybrid Journalism Project in which professors from different disciplines will partner with faculty from the Jandoli School of Communication to develop and produce news stories.