A Week of Festivities Marked
St. John’s University’s 2010
Winter Carnival
December 14, 2010
Held from December 2 to 7, the activities drew more than 3,000 participants — a record number. “Winter Carnival has come to embody the strong spirit of community that distinguishes St. John’s,” said Jodi Cox ‘98C, ‘02GEd, Director of Campus Activities at the Queens campus. “Here at the Queens campus, it’s the Carnival’s 20th Anniversary, so we wanted to acknowledge it in a special way. The efforts of our students and administrators allowed us to do just that.”
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Anthony Rodriguez ‘95SVC Achieves
Television Success on Hit Food Network Series
December 07, 2010
When Anthony Rodriguez ’95SVC arrived at St. John’s University in 1991, he already knew the path he wanted his life to take. A Communications major, he immediately joined the Television Club to learn as much as possible about television production, especially the cameras. “I always knew I wanted to shoot,” he said.
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James Pellow, Ed.D., to Leave
St. John’s University to Become President and CEO of
Non-Profit Educational Organization

December 01, 2010
Rev. Donald J. Harrington, C.M., President of St. John’s announced today that James P. Pellow, Ed.D. will be leaving the University to accept a new position as President and CEO of the Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE), effective on June 1, 2011. The Board of Directors of CIEE simultaneously announced the selection of Dr. Pellow today to succeed Dr. Stevan K. Trooboff upon his retirement. He will become the fourth CEO and President of CIEE in its more than 63-year history.
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St. John’s Places 4th in National College Contest to Save Energy
November 24, 2010
Earning further recognition for its dedication to improving the environment through sustainability, St. John’s University has placed fourth in a field of 40 colleges and universities participating in the first real-time, nationwide electricity and water-use reduction competition.
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Grateful Student Says Thank You to
Generous St. John’s Employees
November 18, 2010
Earning further recognition for its dedication to improving the environment through sustainability, St. John’s University has placed fourth in a field of 40 colleges and universities participating in the first real-time, nationwide electricity and water-use reduction competition.
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Students Get a Rare Look
at Wall Street
November 15, 2010
On Thursday, November 4, 2010, 40 students from St. John’s The Peter J. Tobin College of Business went behind the scenes for a firsthand look at what really happens on “the Street.”
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Staten Island Campus of St. John’s Launches Cost-Cutting,
Three-Year Option for New Freshmen
November 11, 2010
True to its focus on excellence, affordability and service, St. John’s University will launch a cost-cutting, accelerated program at its Staten
Island campus next fall allowing new, eligible students to save money while earning their bachelor’s degree in three years.
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Biology Student Named an
"Obama Scholar"
November 11, 2010
Janine Flores ‘12C, a junior biology major in St. John’s College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, was recently chosen to be part of the inaugural class of Obama Scholars – an award entirely funded by President Barack Obama’s Nobel Peace Prize award.
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Students Enjoy First Taste of Global Learning
Through Freshman Passport Program
November 09, 2010
St. John’s students this year completed creative writing projects in Rome, Italy, as part of the University’s new Freshman Passport Program.
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Alumni Offer Students an Insider’s View
of Washington, DC
November 03, 2010
From October 20 – 22, 2010, 49 St. John's students participated in the 30th Annual Alumni Insider's View…U.S. Capital program. The program was hosted by the Washington, DC Alumni and Washington, DC Law Alumni Chapters.
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Psychology Student with Zeal to Serve
Finds Home at St. John’s
November 02, 2010
If a documentary were made about the University’s Vincentian mission, it would have to include Anton Berzins ‘12G, a service-minded, fifth-year student in the Psy.D. Program in School Psychology.
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13th Annual President's Dinner Raises a
Record $2.2 Million
October 29, 2010
The 13th Annual President’s Dinner was the most successful in St. John’s University history, raising $2.2 million for scholarships to directly benefit its most deserving students.
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Alumni Offer Students an Insider’s View
of Washington, DC
October 26, 2010
From October 20 – 22, 2010, 49 St. John's students participated in the 30th Annual Alumni Insider's View…U.S. Capital program. The program was hosted by the Washington, DC Alumni and Washington, DC Law Alumni Chapters.
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Meet Julia A. Upton, RSM, Ph.D., Provost
October 25, 2010
Since being named University Provost in 2000, Julia Upton, RSM, Ph.D., has presided over one of the most exciting periods of academic growth in St. John's history.
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Stephanie Flory ‘09C, ‘11G: Changing Children’s
Lives Through Global Studies and Service
October 18, 2010
St. John’s University offers its students an almost limitless array of opportunities to study abroad and encourages all of them to go global. Some even do it more than once. Stephanie Flory ‘09C, ‘11G is one of many students who have chosen the benefits of going global at every point in her St. John’s education — in her graduate as well as undergraduate studies.
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Oak Foundation Grant Recognizes the Unique Service
Goals of the St. John’s Advantage Academy
October 12, 2010
Acknowledging the breakthrough educational opportunity program resulting from one of the University’s important strategic partnerships, the Oak Foundation has awarded the New York City Department of Homeless Services a three-year $344,200 grant to support a variety of initiatives to help St. John’s Advantage Academy students and graduates change their lives.
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Psychology Faculty Member Exemplifies St. John’s
Academic Excellence
October 07, 2010
Elizabeth Brondolo, Ph.D., Professor of Psychology, a renowned leader in the field of clinical psychology has secured a $450,000 grant to create a web-based program to prevent mental health risks in medical examiners. The two-year grant was conferred by the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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Students Help the Needy Build Better Lives by
Gaining Secure IDs
October 04, 2010
For a third consecutive year, St. John’s innovative Project Identity is improving the lives of some of New York’s neediest residents by assisting them in obtaining official identification they need to vote, apply for jobs and ensure self-sufficiency.
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University Service Day Celebrates an Annual
Renewal of the Vincentian Spirit
September 30, 2010
More than 1,600 students, faculty and administrators from each campus of St. John’s University emulated the life and work of St. Vincent de Paul by participating in a host of volunteer activities during the annual University Service Day held on September 25.
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St. John’s Biology Graduate Earns Postdoctoral
Fellowship to Harvard Medical School
September 27, 2010
Five years have passed since Ashish Juvekar ‘10G left his native India for an outstanding science graduate education at St. John’s. Today, having earned his Ph.D. in Biology at the University, he has been selected to continue his research at one of the world’s renowned medical centers.
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Students Share Study Abroad Experience Through Weekly Blog
September 24, 2010
Constantly enhancing the University’s study abroad student experience, the Office of Global Studies has launched an exciting, new way for students to preserve and share their once-in-a-lifetime overseas experiences.
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St. John’s Spirit Shines at Johnny Thunderbird’s Birthday Bash
September 20, 2010
Proudly wearing the red-and-white in a display of St. John’s spirit, students, faculty and staff launched the new semester by celebrating the first birthday of Johnny Thunderbird, the Red Storm mascot.
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Message from the President: University Mourns
the Loss of Mrs. Eleanor Taffner
September 16, 2010
It is with great sadness that I advise you that Mrs. Eleanor Taffner, trustee emerita and generous benefactor of St. John’s University, died yesterday afternoon in New York City. Funeral arrangements are incomplete; details will be provided when they become available. We shall miss her presence among us and will be forever grateful for all that she has been and done for us.
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Freshmen Welcomed into St. John’s Academic Community
during 2010 New Student Convocation
September 13, 2010
The day before their academic careers officially began, incoming freshmen were welcomed into the academic community of St. John’s University during the annual New Student Convocation, held simultaneously on the Queens and Staten Island campuses on Tuesday, September 1.
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St. John's Students Awarded Record Number of
Fulbright Scholarships
September 10, 2010
Reflecting St. John’s University’s focus on academic excellence and global citizenship, three St. John’s students received Fulbright Scholarships to conduct research abroad during the 2010-11 academic year.
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A Doorway to Adventure Awaits in the Galapagos Islands Study Abroad
September 07, 2010
Biology student Kimberly Bukucuyan never thought she would study amidst the natural beauty of the Galapagos Islands. “Most college students don’t have the opportunity to travel to South America,” she noted. “The Galapagos study abroad program was a rewarding and fun experience that enhanced my appreciation of the environment.”Kimberly traveled to the legendary Galapagos Islands this past winter thanks to a unique St. John’s University course that combines science with studying abroad.
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The University Community Welcomes its Newest
Residents from the Class of 2014
September 02, 2010
Parents waved proudly as their sons and daughters began college life on August 25, lugging computers, televisions, clothes and other belongings to their new homes – the state-of-the-art residence halls of St. John’s, New York City’s largest Catholic University. St. John's welcomed more than 1,700 freshmen and parents at the University's annual Move-In Day. Spirits soared as student leaders, faculty, staff, and ROTC cadets eagerly helped new students – and their parents – to join the vibrant residential communities at the Queens and Staten Island campuses.
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Freshmen, Parents Enjoy Rousing Welcome
at St. John’s 2010 New Student Orientation
August 25, 2010
Filling the air with a mingled sense of anticipation and excitement, more than 600 students and parents converged on St. John’s Queens campus on Thursday, August 19, as part of New Student Orientation 2010. Hosted by the Office of Student Life, the two-day event—part of a summer of orientation activities—offered attendees a rousing welcome to life and learning at New York City’s largest Catholic University. The incoming class joins St. John’s 14,983 students, representing 46 states and 111 countries.
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Domenica Sabella ‘10G: Graduate Success at
Rome Campus Forges Path to Foreign Service
August 18, 2010
A desire to see the world — and to make her place in it — brought 24-year-old Domenica Sabella ‘10G to majestic Rome, Italy. Two years ago, the recent college graduate found a job in the press office at the U.S. Embassy in Rome. The experience convinced her that, with the right graduate degree, she could build a career in foreign relations.
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Quality Faculty Strengthen Study Abroad Success
August 11, 2010
Tina Chen, Ph.D., still draws on her own undergraduate study-abroad experience in Bordeaux, France, to help her as she teaches her students at St. John’s University’s Paris campus. “I totally understand the thrill of discovering a new place and its culture,” she says. “As one of the few American professors at the Paris campus, I can share that ‘American in Paris’ perspective with the students.”
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Queens Kids Protect the Environment Through
St. John’s Federally Funded Summer Program
August 04, 2010
Students from five Queens public middle schools are making their neighborhoods cleaner this summer through a federally funded St. John’s University initiative that transforms the youngsters into leaders who serve their communities by protecting the environment.
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St. John’s Students Address High-Level Vienna
Global Security Conference
July 28, 2010
St. John’s University’s 14th graduation ceremonies convened yesterday at the school’s Rome, Italy campus, as Rev. Donald J. Harrington, C.M., President of St. John’s, conferred Master of Arts, Master of Arts in Liberal Studies and Master of Business Administration degrees to the 28 graduate students. At the ceremony, St. John’s University also recognized Joaquin Navarro-Valls, M.D., who received an honorary Doctor of Science Degree and Archbishop Joseph Augustine Di Noia, O.P., who received an honorary Doctor of Laws Degree.
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St. John’s Launches New Undergraduate Dramatic Arts, Film and Television Degree Program
July 21, 2010
With its new Bachelor of Science Degree Program in the Dramatic Arts, Film and Television, St. John’s University launches a dynamic partnership that delivers the resources of two top academic institutions to students interested in the performing arts.
Through a unique collaboration with the acclaimed American Academy of Dramatic Arts (AADA), St. John’s offers students an integrated range of undergraduate courses combining the liberal arts, formal dramatic training and the skills to work in front of or behind the camera.
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St. John’s University Honors Navarro-Valls, Di Noia at 14th Commencement Exercises In Rome, Italy
July 19, 2010
St. John’s University’s 14th graduation ceremonies convened yesterday at the school’s Rome, Italy campus, as Rev. Donald J. Harrington, C.M., President of St. John’s, conferred Master of Arts, Master of Arts in Liberal Studies and Master of Business Administration degrees to the 28 graduate students. At the ceremony, St. John’s University also recognized Joaquin Navarro-Valls, M.D., who received an honorary Doctor of Science Degree and Archbishop Joseph Augustine Di Noia, O.P., who received an honorary Doctor of Laws Degree.
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St. John’s University Mourns the Loss of Alumnus Bob Sheppard ’32C, '00HON
July 12, 2010
Bob Sheppard, an unmistakable voice in New York sports history, passed away at 99 years of age on Sunday at his home on Long Island. Appropriately dubbed “the Voice of God” for his stentorian diction and precise intonations, Sheppard served as the legendary Public Address Announcer for the New York Yankees from 1951-2007. He also served in the same capacity for the New York Giants of the National Football League from 1956-2006, and announced Brooklyn Dodger football games, Army-Navy football games and St. John’s University basketball and football games during his long and illustrious career.
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St. John's and Grameen America Host "Borrowers' Market" for National Service Conference
July 07, 2010
Leaders of international service organizations learned about a unique partnership between St. John’s University and Grameen America that fights poverty through microfinancing during a session the University hosted for the 2010 National Conference on Volunteering and Service.
The session, “It’s a Borrower’s Market: Microfinance in Action,” took place at St. John’s Manhattan campus on Tuesday, June 29. It showcased the University’s service partnership with Grameen America, which focuses on enterprise and entrepreneurship as vehicles for helping those in need. Participants also browsed entrepreneurs’ booths at the Borrower’s Market, which St. John’s and Grameen America hosted at the campus.
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Students Enjoy First Taste of Global Learning Through Freshman Passport Program
July 06, 2010
She never planned to be an author, but Kristin Johansen ‘13TCB completed a children’s book during a freshman class in Rome, Italy. Diana Capalbo ‘13CPS anticipates seeing her first poetry in print. And Anthony O’Reilly ‘13CPS wrote a short story about traveling in Italy.
St. John’s students this year completed creative writing projects in Rome, Italy, as part of the University’s new Freshman Passport Program. The 67 students were the second group of freshmen in the program, more than doubling the number of the first participants in August 2009.
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Scholar-Athlete Gavin Buckley: Getting the Most out of the St. John’s Experience
June 21, 2010
As a high-school senior in Maryland, Gavin Buckley ‘11C wanted to attend a big-city college that offered a strong sense of community, challenging academic programs and a chance to play lacrosse. He chose St. John’s University.
“St. John’s New York City location was a definite plus — it seemed like a really exciting place to be,” he explains. “Plus, St. John’s lacrosse program was new, so joining a new program and helping it reach a high level of competitiveness was really appealing.”
Judge Denny Chin Addresses the Law School’s Class of 2010
June 08, 2010
On June 6, 2010, the Law School’s 296 J.D. candidates and 20 LL.M. candidates convened at Carnesecca Arena for the 140th Commencement Exercises. Associate Academic Dean and Professor of Law Margaret Valentine Turano ‘77L served as Director of Proceedings for the ceremony that included over 4,000 family, friends, faculty, administrators, staff and alumni in the Law School community.
Simone Pickersgill’12TCB: Discovers Herself by Discovering the World
June 03, 2010
When 20-year old Simone Pickersgill ’12TCB departed last spring to participate in St. John’s Discover the World program, she began a journey that broadened her spiritually, intellectually and socially. By the end of her 15-week, 18-credit sojourn studying in Salamanca, Rome and Paris, she understood what St. Augustine meant when he said, “the world is a book and those who do not travel read only a page.”
"Now," said Simone, "I tell every student: you must study abroad if you can." At St. John’s — where Global Studies is a vital part of the college experience — Simone was able to overcome financial challenges to studying abroad. She won a $5,000 Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship and received an extra Student Financial Services grant from the University.
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St. John’s Students Featured in National Coke Commercial as Part of FOX-TV’s American Idol Broadcast
May 25, 2010
The Coca-Cola "Happiness Machine" viral video that was created for YouTube as part of the company’s "Doses of Happiness" program was made into a 30 second national television spot that aired May 25, on American Idol on Fox-TV at 8:00 p.m. EST. And, St. John’s University students were the stars of the video.
St. John’s Queens campus was selected as the location for the Coca-Cola commercial shoot at the end of the fall semester. The two-day viral video shoot surprised unknowing St. John’s students who ventured to the "Happiness Machine" for what they thought was a new Coke machine placed in Marillac Cafeteria. What they received were unusual prizes for their $1 purchase that ranged from flowers, to more than one Coke product at a time, six-inch hero sandwiches, pizzas, sunglasses and frosty mugs of Coke poured for them.
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Do Something Different: Enroll Now for Summer Programs in Rome
May 19, 2010
Make this your best summer yet – enroll for Summer Session at St. John’s campus in magnificent Rome, Italy.
Though spots are filling fast, you can still to apply for the many life-changing summer courses at our Rome campus, where you will immerse yourself in Italian art, culture, language and history while earning credit toward your degree.
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A Crowd of More Than 19,000 Share in Joy of St. John’s University’s 140th Commencement Celebration in Queens
May 16, 2010
St. John’s celebrated its 140th Commencement Exercises this afternoon before more than 19,000 graduate and undergraduate students, faculty, friends and family members on the University’s Great Lawn in Queens. Bob and Suzanne Wright (Co-Founders of Autism Speaks) gave the Commencement Address and received Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters Degrees.
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Distinguished Writer and Novelist Pete Hamill Highlights St. John’s 2010 Commencement Ceremonies on Staten Island
May 15, 2010
A familiar name to St. John’s University’s Class of 2010 graced the stage for this morning’s Graduation Ceremonies on Staten Island. Pete Hamill, well known journalist and author, whose book Downtown: My New York was required reading when these graduates were freshman, gave today’s Commencement Address. Rev. Donald J. Harrington, C.M., President of St. John’s University, presided over the ceremonies and conferred an Honorary Doctor of Letters Degree upon Hamill, who gave an impassioned speech to the graduates before a crowd of more than 1,200.
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Lori Dougherty ’11Ed: Making a Difference through Service
May 10, 2010
Lori Dougherty ‘11Ed always had an intense desire to help others, and coming to St. John’s University has provided her with limitless opportunities to give back to the community.
“After I graduated high school,” she says, “it was important for me to continue working in the community with people who share my beliefs. St. John’s does a wonderful job of creating opportunities for the whole student body to be involved in service.”
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A First For St. John’s Acclaimed Mock Trial Team: Three Students Win Individual Awards in One Season
May 03, 2010
Adding new luster to an 18-year tradition of regional and national success, three members of St. John’s Mock Trial Team won top awards for individual performance in the opening round championship series of this season’s National Intercollegiate Mock Trial Tournament.
The honors capped the 16th straight season that St. John’s has earned a bid to the national championship’s opening rounds. In addition to awarding team performance, the American Mock Trial Association recognizes the top-ten students in two categories: performing as attorneys or witnesses.
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Games and Rides Equal Fun at 2010 Spring Fling Carnival
April 27, 2010
Under a brilliant spring sun, students at the Queens campus lined up to enjoy rollercoaster rides, a gigantic Ferris wheel and pink cotton candy at St. John’s annual Spring Fling Carnival.
For four hours on April 23, the St. John’s community gathered on the Great Lawn to take a break from class work. Students, faculty and staff sampled free rides and games — including a giant slide and space war maze — along with Dippin' Dots Ice Cream, popcorn and other treats.
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Quality Faculty Strengthen Study Abroad Success
April 26, 2010
Tina Chen, Ph.D., still draws on her own undergraduate study-abroad experience in Bordeaux, France, to help her as she teaches her students at St. John’s University’s Paris campus. “I totally understand the thrill of discovering a new place and its culture,” she says. “As one of the few American professors at the Paris campus, I can share that ‘American in Paris’ perspective with the students.”
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Bob and Suzanne Wright, Pete Hamill Highlight St. John’s University’s 2010 Commencement Exercises in Queens and Staten Island
April 15, 2010
Paul J. Evanson and Most Rev. Guy A. Sansaricq to Receive Honorary Degrees
St. John’s University announced today that Pete Hamill, well known journalist and author, and Bob and Suzanne Wright (Co-Founders of Autism Speaks) will receive honorary degrees and serve as this year’s Commencement Speakers at the University’s Staten Island and Queens Graduation Ceremonies on Saturday, May 15 and Sunday, May 16, respectively. Paul J. Evanson, Chairman, President and CEO of Allegheny Energy, Inc., and Most Rev. Guy A. Sansaricq, Auxiliary Bishop and pastor of St. Gregory the Great parish in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, will also receive honorary degrees at the University’s year-end commencement activities in Queens.
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Two St. John’s Athletes Capture Individual NCAA Fencing Championships
April 13, 2010
10 of 12 Red Storm Fencers Named All Americans
Adding to their teams winning tradition, St. John’s sophomores Daryl Homer and Marat Israelian each captured NCAA fencing championships at the NCAA competition on March 28. They are also among five fencers from St. John’s men’s team to earn All-America status during the final day of competition.
“These wins are the result of consistent hard work,” said Fencing Coach Yury Gelman. “We expected Daryl to win and he did, while Marat played strong and really came through. I’m also proud that the team did very well overall. We went in expecting to be in the top three and took second place.”
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Shavone Williams ‘12CPS: Discovering New Worlds Through Global Learning
March 11, 2010
Growing up in Queens, NY, Shavone Williams ‘12CPS loved her father’s tales about seeing historic European sites while in the Navy.
Today, the 21-year-old St. John’s junior is experiencing those very places through Discover the World Europe, a University program that allows students to earn 15 credits by living and learning in three European countries in one semester. She received extra support to study abroad as one of five St. John’s students to win a competitive Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship.
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Jacquelyn Torres ‘10Ed: Empowered Through Service
April 07, 2010
St. John’s University was a perfect fit for Jacquelyn Torres. Passionate about service, she has steadily engaged in volunteer activities that embody the University’s Catholic, Vincentian and Metropolitan mission.
A Childhood Education major, she has worked tirelessly on behalf of her fellow students as a member of Student Government. She also has been a role model by traveling to New Orleans and restoring homes devastated by Hurricane Katrina. Last year, she served as an orientation coordinator. “The first experience students have of St. John’s is through us,” said Jacquelyn. “They should feel our love for the University.”
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New D’Angelo Center Becomes Hub of Student Life at Queens Campus
March 31, 2010
When he has time between classes, Sean Debiase ‘12CPS heads for the Starbucks café at St. John’s University’s magnificent new D’Angelo Center. Then he takes his favorite seat by the fireplace in the Center’s first-floor lounge. “It’s a great way to recharge your batteries,” he says.
Sean always has company. Since its grand opening four months ago, the four-story, 127,000-square-foot D’Angelo Center has become the most popular hub of student life on the Queens campus. Rising above a new quadrangle, the Center’s Tudor styling, arched windows and 144-foot tower echo St. John's original buildings. The brick-and-stone front overlooks benches and pathways where students gather.
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Online Learning: Busy Adults Can Earn a St. John’s Degree Online
March 25, 2010
If you’re thinking about finally earning your college degree but wonder how to balance class with work and other obligations, consider the advantages of the online Online Learning Program at St. John’s University.
Online learning is an increasingly popular option for busy adults. Through St. John’s Online Learning Program, your computer becomes a virtual classroom. Simply login daily for a rewarding college experience: study readings and online resources, complete assignments, take exams and engage classmates and professors through chats and threaded discussions.
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Students Enjoy First Taste of Global Learning Through Freshman Passport Program
March 22, 2010
She never planned to be an author, but Kristin Johansen ‘13TCB completed a children’s book during a freshman class in Rome, Italy. Diana Capalbo ‘13CPS anticipates seeing her first poetry in print. And Anthony O’Reilly ‘13CPS wrote a short story about traveling in Italy.
St. John’s students this year completed creative writing projects in Rome, Italy, as part of the University’s new Freshman Passport Program. The 67 students were the second group of freshmen in the program, more than doubling the number of the first participants in August 2009.
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Red Storm Women’s Basketball Team Headed to National Tournament
March 18, 2010
In a season filled with milestones, St. John’s women’s basketball team has added another, earning an at-large bid to the 2010 NCAA Tournament, AKA “the Big Dance” or “March Madness.” The sixth-seeded team will face Ivy League champion and No. 11 seed Princeton on Saturday, March 20, in Tallahassee, FL, a game to be televised on ESPN2 at 12:21 p.m.
This is the fifth appearance in the NCAA Tournament for the women’s team and Coach Kim Barnes-Arico’s second since coming to St. John’s. Their last appearance was during 2005-06, the first NCAA Tournament appearance in almost 20 years. “We worked extremely hard to get where we are, and we look forward to bringing that intensity to the Big Dance,” said Coach Barnes-Arico.
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Apply Now for Summer Course Exploring Ecosystems of Bermuda
March 15, 2010
Snorkeling, reef-mapping, exploring pristine coves — this summer St. John’s once again offers students a chance to combine studying abroad with the environmental sciences through Discover Bermuda: Adaptive Ecosystem Management, Sustainability and Socioeconomic Issues, one of the many Global Studies courses that St. John’s offers throughout the year.
This popular two-week course is open to all majors, but interested students should apply now since enrollment is limited to 20 students. Frank Cantelmo, Ph.D. , Associate Professor of Biological Sciences and Environmental Studies, will teach the course for the second year. Dr. Cantelmo is an expert on sustainability and serves as an advisor to Archbishop Celestino Migliore, Permanent Observer of the Holy See to the United Nations.
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Do Something Different: Enroll Now for Summer Programs in Rome
March 8, 2010
Make this your best summer yet – enroll in a Global Studies Summer Session!
Spending the summer gaining a global education in magnificent Rome, Italy, is more than a dream for students at St. John’s University.
Spots for this summer are filling quickly, but you still have time to apply for life-changing study abroad opportunities at St. John’s Rome campus. There are more chances than ever to immerse yourself in Italian art, culture, language and history while earning credit toward your degree.
“Whether you’re an undergraduate or graduate student, you can do something amazing this summer,” said Matthew G. Pucciarelli, Executive Director of Global Studies at St. John’s. “Why not spend your summer experiencing a difference culture in one of the greatest cities in the world?”
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Faculty-in-Residence Are Catalysts for Enhanced Student Engagement and Learning
March 1, 2010
An outstanding student with a passion for academics, Elizabeth Stylianou ‘10TCB always possessed a special desire to help those in need. However, it wasn’t until Elizabeth arrived at St. John’s University that she discovered how to channel her considerable energies toward that worthy goal.
A “local girl” hailing from the nearby Whitestone section of New York City and a former honors student at St. Francis Preparatory High School, Elizabeth chose St. John’s because it seemed like “a good fit.”
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Domenica Sabella ‘10G: Graduate Success at Rome Campus Forges Path to Foreign Service
February 25, 2010
Two years ago, eager to go abroad on her own, the recent college graduate found a job in the press office at the U.S. Embassy in Rome. The experience changed her life in two ways: she decided upon a career in foreign relations, and she realized the right graduate degree was vital.
Domenica chose the Rome campus of St. John’s University as her path to success. “It’s well-known and well-regarded as the only American university in Rome with a graduate program in government and politics,” she explained. “So I did a little research, and it did seem the ideal place to earn my degree.”
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Wyclef Jean Highlights Academic Lecture Series at St. John’s
February 22, 2010
More than 1,300 St. John’s University students, administrators, guests and visiting high school students packed Carnesecca Arena last Thursday evening to attend a lecture given by Grammy award-winning artist Wyclef Jean.
His appearance at St. John’s, part of the University’s Academic Lecture Series which aims to bring education to students through innovative and exciting lectures, was sponsored by Student Affairs, the Ozanam Scholars program and Student Government.
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Elizabeth Stylianou ‘10TCB: “Business Means More Than Numbers”
February 15, 2010
An outstanding student with a passion for academics, Elizabeth Stylianou ‘10TCB always possessed a special desire to help those in need. However, it wasn’t until Elizabeth arrived at St. John’s University that she discovered how to channel her considerable energies toward that worthy goal.
A “local girl” hailing from the nearby Whitestone section of New York City and a former honors student at St. Francis Preparatory High School, Elizabeth chose St. John’s because it seemed like “a good fit.”
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St. John’s Students Take the Lead in the NYC Service College Challenge
February 12, 2010
Demonstrating their enthusiastic commitment to serving those most in need, St. John’s students have quickly assumed a leadership role in the recently launched NYC Service College Challenge.
NYC Service College Challenge is an outgrowth of NYC Service which was launched by Mayor Michael Bloomberg in April 2009 to meet his State of the City pledge for New York City to lead the nation in answering President Obama’s national call to volunteerism.
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Students Take Global Path to Fighting Poverty
February 8, 2010
Inspired by their University’s focus on improving the world through knowledge and action, an eager group of St. John’s students raised the funds needed to provide the perfect gift for needy families in a remote Guatemalan village — pigs.
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Five Students Win Prestigious Gilman Scholarships to Study Abroad
February 5, 2010
For the second year, five St. John’s students are experiencing the University’s focus on global learning as recipients of prestigious Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarships, competitive federal awards that support high-need students who study abroad.
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Student Mentoring to Be a Major Component of Physics Professor’s Ground-breaking Research
February 3, 2010
Four St. John’s University Physics Majors are eagerly anticipating March, when they’ll play an integral role in the ground-breaking research of their professor, Huizhong Xu, Ph.D.
Thanks to a more than $400,000 Faculty Early Career Development grant from the National Science Foundation, Patrick Cassidy, Mary Grace Velasco, Mohseen Khan and Chibuzo O. Ugonabo will be working alongside Dr. Xu in his research project, “Dielectric-Filled Nanowaveguides for Advance Imaging and Sensing.”
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The Peter J. Tobin College of Business Ranked in Top Ten
February 1, 2010
Steven D. Papamarcos, Dean of The Peter J. Tobin College of Business at St. John’s University, is pleased to announce that the Tobin College’s School of Risk Management, Insurance, and Actuarial Science is one of nine schools in the United States named as a Center of Actuarial Excellence (CAE) by the Society of Actuaries (SOA), the world’s leading professional organization in the actuarial field.
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New York Archbishop Timothy Dolan Gives Founder’s Week Address, Receives Honorary Degree From St. John’s University
January 29, 2010
The Most Rev. Timothy M. Dolan, Ph.D., D.D., Archbishop of New York, was the featured speaker during St. John’s 16th annual Founder’s Week celebration yesterday in Queens and received an honorary degree from the University along with six other deserving individuals who were lauded for their service and accomplishments.
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Greg Mortenson Speaks to St. John’s University Community in Queens and Staten Island on “Promoting Peace Through Education”
January 27, 2010
Renowned humanitarian, international peacemaker and best-selling author, Greg Mortenson, delivered an inspirational speech to more than 2,000 St. John’s University students, administrators, faculty and staff in Carnesecca Arena and to more than 200 in the Campus Center on the Staten Island campus on January 26. The lectures, titled: Promoting Peace Through Education, were presented by the Department of Student Life as part of the Academic Lecture Series and took place during the University’s annual Founder’s Week celebration.
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St. John's Represents Largest Volunteer Group for DHS “HOPE 2010” Street Survey
January 24, 2010
More than 150 St. John’s University students and administrators walked the streets of Brooklyn and Queens last night and into the wee hours of this morning counting the number of homeless living on the streets of New York. The volunteers were partnered with the NYC Department of Homeless Services (DHS) for its Homeless Outreach Population Estimate (HOPE) 2010 street survey.
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St. John’s School of Risk Management Pays Tribute to Lord Peter Levene, 2009 Insurance Leader Of The Year
January 22, 2010
St. John’s University’s School of Risk Management (SRM), a part of the Peter J. Tobin College of Business, honored Lord Peter Levene, Chairman of Lloyd’s, as the “2009 Insurance Leader of the Year” at its 15th Annual Insurance Leader of the Year Award Dinner last night in Manhattan. The event, held at the Marriott Marquis before an overflow crowd of more than 1,200, raised $1.53 million in funding for SRM students and programs.
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Capping 100th Year Celebration, The School of Education Earns Two Major Awards from National Honor Society
January 15, 2010
Even as they gathered last semester for the final events in a rousing, year-long celebration, students and professors were still cheering new triumphs in the 100-year history of The School of Education at St. John’s University.
Nationally acclaimed for training outstanding teachers and researchers, The School of Education marked its Centennial in 2008-2009 with conferences, workshops, award dinners and other activities. As always, the School continued to draw national attention for combining academic quality with St. John’s focus on social justice.
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Vincenzo Albanese ‘11CPS: "Anything is Possible at St. John’s"
January 11, 2010
For the past three years, Vincenzo Albanese ‘11CPS has been fulfilling one of his fondest childhood dreams: a bachelor’s degree at a top Catholic university.
It is a dream, Vincenzo believes, that has come true mainly thanks to St. John’s University’s focus on student success. “If St. John’s accepts you,” he said, “they will do as much as possible to help you experience everything they have to offer — no matter what your financial situation.”
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Federal Court Internships Vault St. John’s Students into the Legal Vanguard
January 8, 2010
Students in the College of Professional Studies (CPS) at St. John’s University are making legal history as the first undergraduates — ever — to be awarded federal court internships.
The unprecedented opportunity was made possible by Mary Noe, J.D., Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice and Legal Studies, who asked Federal Judge Kevin Castel ‘72SVC, ‘75L, of the Southern District of New York, to consider creating the position.
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Technology Grant Strengthens Focus on Student Success
January 6, 2010
Empowering diverse learners through quality academics and high-tech resources is the goal of every St. John’s University faculty member.
For the last five years, a $1.5 million Title III grant from the United States Department of Education has provided St. John’s faculty with a new set of 21st century pedagogical tools, helping them integrate technology into the classroom, enhance information literacy and refine critical thinking skills among students.
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Fulbright Award Enables St. John’s Professor to Work with Renowned German Mathematician
January 4, 2010
Pursuing Mathematics as a career was a natural for David Rosenthal, Ph.D. Several family members had preceded him into the field and throughout his childhood he was frequently exposed to their love and enthusiasm for the subject.
Their passion of mathematics is now his too—his face lights up as he discusses topology, his area of expertise—and over the next six months he will be working with leading scholars in the field at the University of Muenster in Germany thanks to a coveted Fulbright Scholar grant.
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