Philosophy of Residence Life

The Office of Residence Life at St. John’s University aims to strengthen the learning community for all students by providing opportunities for intellectual, spiritual, and personal development that complement those offered in the classroom. Residence Life significantly expands the opportunity for such development since the resident students are immersed in the campus environment.

The goal of the Office of Residence Life is to foster personal responsibility, social awareness, and student leadership through programs and activities consistent with the values of the University’s mission.

  • Residence Life enhances the academic mission of the University by facilitating integration of classroom activities with co-curricular and extra-curricular experiences.
  • Consistent with the University’s Catholic mission, the Office of Residence Life promotes the development of spiritual and moral values, ethical principles, and an appreciation for human dignity.
  • Consistent with the University’s Vincentian mission, the Office of Residence Life encourages students to live in the spirit of St. Vincent De Paul through innovative service learning and volunteer activities.
  • Taking full advantage of the University’s New York Metropolitan location, the Office of Residence Life provides opportunities for students to be enriched by the diverse resources of this global center.
  • By helping students to realize their human potential, the Office of Residence Life strives to develop St. John’s University alumni who are lifelong learners, responsible citizens, and men/women of compassion and integrity.