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Service and Scholarship Celebrated at St. John’s Annual President’s Dinner
For more than two decades, the annual President’s Dinner has brought together generations of alumni, trustees, administrators, staff, faculty, friends of St. John’s—and most importantly, students—to raise funds for scholarships, especially for those students most in need. St. John’s premier fundraising event also serves as an opportunity to honor people and organizations with the Spirit of Service Award for exemplifying the University’s Vincentian mission of service.
Alumni in the Media
From advancing original reporting to defining the very future of news consumption, St. John’s graduates are seizing opportunities at the highest levels of journalism.
Fall at St. John's
Seeking a closer look at campus life and learning at St. John’s University, more than 2,300 eager high school juniors, seniors, and their families attended Fall Open House events in October and November at the University’s Queens, NY, and Staten Island, NY, campuses.
Staten Island SENCER Initiative Applies Student Learning to Solve Problems
Two faculty members on St. John’s University’s Staten Island, NY, campus are leading an initiative that teaches scientific and sociological concepts by encouraging students to address problems in their neighborhood.
Founder’s Week Marks Vincentian Mission in Action
Founder’s Week is both an annual celebration of the University’s Vincentian heritage and an opportunity for the St. John’s community to actively participate in its mission of serving those most in need.
Senior Psychology Major Leads AFSP Walk “Out of the Darkness”
Kira Marshall ‘18C, whose internship at the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) led to a full-time job in May 2018, served as captain for the St. John’s University walker team in AFSP’s “Out of the Darkness” walk. The walk, which took place on Saturday, September 29 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Clove Lakes Park, aimed to raise funds and increase awareness for suicide prevention and mental health in the community.
St. John’s University Dedicates New Spaces to Enhance Equity and Inclusion
Two milestones that reflect St. John’s strong commitment to enhancing an inclusive campus community were achieved in the fall with the grand openings of the Inclusivity Resource Center (IRC) and the Academic Center for Equity and Inclusion (ACEI).
New Athletic Director Receives Warm Welcome from University Community
St. John's introduced Mike Cragg as its seventh athletic director in program history on Tuesday in a press conference inside Carnesecca Arena.
Staten Island Campus and CANVAS Pan-African Library Awarded Community Partnership Grant
The American Studies Association (ASA) has awarded Robert Fanuzzi, Ph.D., Associate Provost of the Staten Island campus and Associate Professor of English, its Community Partnership Grant for 2018-19.
20 Questions With....
Lou Carnesecca ’50C, ’60GEd, ’00HON is a legend in New York and college basketball circles worldwide.