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150 Reasons to Love St. John’s: Never a Dull Moment
Unique Career Paths with a Master's in Neuroscience
The field of neuroscience opens you to a world of exciting career opportunities that extend beyond the laboratory. You can educate future scientists in the classroom, help nonprofits fund research, work as an artist who understands how the brain sees or hears things, and even influence laws and regulatory systems focused on new biological techniques.
Traditional vs. Accelerated: Choosing the Best Nursing Program Path for You
As a prospective nursing student researching a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), the abundance of information available online can be overwhelming and often lead to uncertainty about which nursing program path you should follow.
Best Undergraduate Degrees for Pursuing an M.S. in Neuroscience
Deciding which master’s degree to pursue can feel daunting.
How to Get the Most from Your College Spring Activities Fair
A major perk of attending a university: There are plenty of campus clubs and organizations that provide the opportunity to meet lifelong friends, build a network, and develop transferable skills.
The potential setback: There are so many campus clubs and organizations from which to choose!
Industry-Ready Skills You Gain by Earning an M.B.A. (That Recruiters Love)
An M.B.A., or a Master of Business Administration, is more than just an advanced degree. It gives you skills that you can strategically use to take your career to new heights.
2023 Lunar New Year: Fun, Free Events to Celebrate Asian Culture across New York City
January 22 marks the first day of the Lunar New Year—the year of the rabbit—a 15-day cultural celebration welcoming good luck, health, prosperity, and opportunity.
Simple Post-Winter Break Hacks for a Productive New Semester
Time away from exams, class syllabuses, and assignments is much needed. It gives everyone—including the professors—an opportunity to recharge and recover; however, transitioning from winter break back to class is not easy. Thrown-off schedules, low energy levels, and poor organizational habits are just a few of the struggles. Luckily, there are many ways of combating the first-week dread to lay the groundwork for a successful semester. Here are seven simple post-winter hacks for a productive new semester.
Alumna Celebrates National Pharmacist Day by Offering Advice to Aspiring Students
As we reflect on the long, uncertain days of the COVID-19 pandemic, it is essential that we not overlook the vital role of our pharmacist frontline workers. From the significant shortages of medical equipment and supplies, to the outbreak of infected patients needing vaccine treatments and incubators, our pharmacists were at the heart of the action, maintaining the inventory supply of the SARS-CoV-2 vaccines and communicating drug information to patients.
St. John’s Graduate Makes Successful Career Pivot from Industrial Engineering to Business
For Michael T. Chidester ’98MBA, going back to college to pursue an advanced degree meant turning the page to an entirely new chapter in his career.
Four Debt-Free Ways to Pay for Graduate School
We often hear about the rising costs of student debt and tuition fees, but fortunately, there are options to fund your graduate program—including a few that don’t require a student loan.