Learning Communities Opt-In Themes

The four themed LCs that freshman residents may request to join are the Leadership, Social Justice, Health & Wellness and Environmental Learning Communities.

Leadership Learning Community
Students in the Leadership LC will be given the opportunity to critically examine their personal leadership development and the impact of leadership and civic engagement within the greater St. John's and New York City communities.

Social Justice Learning Community
Rooted in the mission of St. Vincent de Paul, the Social Justice LC provides students with a critical lens to examine issues of oppression, poverty and diversity within the local and global communities.  Students in the Social Justice LC will have the opportunity to participate in an on-going service experience in the New York City area.

Health and Wellness Learning Community
The Health and Wellness LC will have an opportunity to learn more about mechanisms involving both physical and mental health.

Environmental Learning Community
As a resident in the Environmental Learning Community, you will have an important opportunity to influence and enhance the local environment at St. John’s University.

Students accepted into the Honors Program or Ozanam Scholars Program will be placed in their respective Learning Communities.