College Fairs
College fairs are effective venues for introducing St. John’s to
high school students and their families. One or more high schools
in an area may sponsor a day or evening program and invite selected
colleges to meet with students and their families. START members
are called upon to host a St. John’s table at college fairs being
held in their area that our staff may not be able to reach during
recruitment season. Fairs are the perfect opportunity to present
St. John’s to students by providing material and answering
questions for students who show an interest. Most college
fairs are held between September and November and again from April
through the end of May.
On-Campus Admission Events
St. John’s Staten Island hosts several on-campus recruitment
programs throughout the year providing a chance for prospective or
admitted students to visit campus. Coordinated by the Admission
office, our Fall Open House features representatives from across
the campus showcasing our diverse strengths as a university to
prospective students. Our spring Accepted Student Day gives
admitted students and their families an opportunity to visit the
campus before making a final college decision. As a START member,
we welcome you to join us to speak with students and families about
your St. John’s experience and how it continues to serve you
today.
Area Receptions
St. John’s University engages prospective students from all over
the country and the world. Area Receptions are hosted in the fall
and spring in an effort to better connect with students near their
hometowns. Senior Kick-Offs are slated for the month of August and
focus on welcoming members of our incoming class into the St.
John’s family. START members add a personal touch by assisting the
admission and St. John’s staff. Alumni help with registration,
greet people, and talk informally about the University. Alumni are
also called upon to present and share brief experiences and
personal successes, along with assisting in the question-and-answer
session. Although most of these events are held in local hotels, we
are always looking for alumni volunteers who are interested in
hosting events in their offices and homes.