September 2008

A Letter from the Parent Association
Welcome to the Fall 2008 edition of the Parent Association Family Connection newsletter. Read more >

Student Wellness
As the fall semester gets underway, we understand that freshmen especially may face challenges with time management skills, negotiating class schedules, maintaining a budget, developing new relationships, pursuing new interests and taking on new responsibilities.  The Department of Student Wellness is committed to helping first-year students make a smooth transition into college. Read more >

Learning Communities
The Learning Communities Program is a new initiative at St. John's University, uniting resident and commuter students with professors who have the same academic interest.  This shared interest is heightened by events planned by the professor for both inside and outside the classroom. Read more >

Leadership Development
The mission of Leadership Development is to supplement our St. John’s University mission by educating and providing programs that assist and enhance students in their personal growth, decision-making, and leadership advancement and training. In this section you will find information on our certificate programs and how your son or daughter can get involved. Read more >

Global Start Week
The Office of Global Studies will be working with various departments and organizations on campus to give us Global Start Week from September 15 to 19, 2008. Various events will be held throughout the week in order to generate interest in the offices many global initiatives. Read more >

Greek Life
Fraternities & Sororities have been an integral part of the St. John's University community since 1956.  Our Greek organizations are comprised of groups of individuals with various interests. Read more >

The Freshman Center
TFC is here to help your students through anything they might encounter during their first year in college. Now is the time for them to be meeting with their Freshman Center advisor. Read more >

Stairs leading down to the residence village