Bachelor's in Programs in Visual and Performing Arts

St. Bonaventure University emphasizing the values of discovery, community, and individual worth. Nestled in the serene beauty of Western New York, the university offers a transformative educational experience. With a commitment to the holistic development of its students, St. Bonaventure focuses on fostering a sense of purpose and social responsibility. What sets St. Bonaventure apart is its personalized approach to education. The university maintains a low student-to-faculty ratio, ensuring that students receive individualized attention and mentorship. This creates an environment where intellectual curiosity is not just encouraged but celebrated. With a diverse range of academic programs and a campus culture deeply ingrained in compassion and service, St. Bonaventure University prepares students not only for successful careers but also for lives of meaning and ethical leadership.

The Department of Visual and Performing Arts at St. Bonaventure offers majors in music, theater, and visual arts, as well as a minor in art history. The department is housed in the Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts, has offices as well as art and rehearsal studios in nearby Butler Hall, and utilizes the intimate Garret Theater in historic Devereux Hall. The visual and performing arts are necessary elements in a liberal arts education. Whether we are creators or appreciators, the arts engage us in a dialogue of perception, imagination and reflection involving the entire range of human experience. The arts give meaning to our lives, amplify our emotions and ideas, offer us a cross-cultural community, and allow us to bring deeper awareness and unique perceptions to any career.