The Johnnies Blog
Why Career Research Matters (and How to Actually Do It)
See why career research matters and how experts at St. John’s University, Queens, NY, help you find careers that align with your strengths and aspirations.
Fast Track to Impact: How St. John’s Accelerated My Homeland Security Career
Michael Trivino '25CCPS shares how St. John’s University’s Fast Track program helped him complete a Homeland Security degree, gain real-world experience, and build a successful career.
What is the Common App—and Should You Use It?
As you start thinking about college applications, the phrase “Common App” is probably already on your radar. But is it a must-have for your application strategy?
In this guide, you will learn about the Common App, how it functions, and whether it provides value for your journey as a future student. You'll also hear from a college admissions office leader on how to create a compelling and memorable application.
What Recruiters Want in Interns: Advice from Career Services
Learn from St. John’s University Career Services, Queens, NY, what recruiters look for in interns.
5 AI-Powered Interview Hacks Grad Students Are Using Right Now (Are You)?
From smart résumé tools to virtual mock interviews, explore 5 AI job tips from experts at St. John’s University, Queens, NY, to help you prep for interviews.
Leadership with Purpose: How Ava’s College Experience Fueled Her Advocacy
Originally from Bowie, Maryland, Ava Wilson arrived at the St. John’s University Queens, NY, campus eager to dive into the full college experience.
What she didn’t expect was that it would take her from the campus stage to national advocacy platforms, shaping her future as a leader and changemaker.
How a Global Service Trip Transformed My Career and Life Perspective
Read how a St. John’s University service trip to Panama helped a communications student learn connection to humanity from Indigenous communities.
Thought Experiment: AI in Warfare
Read the rising role of artificial intelligence in warfare, and why students at St. John’s University in Queens, NY, feel global regulation is needed.
5 Financial Literacy Tips Every Young Professional Should Start Now
Landing your first job. Paying rent. Tackling student loans. Whether you’re wrapping up college or stepping into your first full-time role, one thing becomes clear fast: every dollar counts.
When you understand how to protect your money, manage debt, and plan for the future, you give yourself more freedom, not less.