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Welcome to Johnnies Blog—your essential guide to college. From making friends and navigating New York City, to building a career-ready degree, our student stories and expert advice bring the college experience to life. Whether you’re exploring majors, planning to apply, or seeking support for a balanced and purposeful college journey, we’re here to inform, inspire, and connect you every step of the way.
A group of diverse student leaders at St. John’s University, smiling and engaged in conversation outdoors on campus, representing various leadership roles such as student government, peer mentors, and student ambassadors.

Stand Out to Employers: 7 College Leadership Positions to Improve Your Résumé

When considering your future career, it’s common to feel overwhelmed by the competitiveness of the job market. Employers want real-world experience, leadership, and problem-solving skills. But how do you acquire those skills while still in college?

A great place to begin is by taking on leadership roles on campus. At St. John’s University, you discover countless opportunities to assume leadership responsibilities, enhance your college experience, improve your résumé, and make it stand out when applying for jobs or internships.

Young female professional
Toni Critelli
Female, nonprofit leader looking out into the city view

Driving Social Impact: Alumna’s Path to Nonprofit Leader

In this inspiring Q&A, we explore the remarkable professional and academic journey of St. John’s alumna Bobbie L. Brown ’10G. With more than ten years of experience in community development, criminal justice, and education, Ms. Brown is passionate about investing in the principles of social impact to address the needs of under-resourced communities.

Young female professional
Toni Critelli
Standing portrait of student on campus

Student Perspective: Lessons I’ve Learned as an Orientation Leader

For business Management major Joel G. Stephen, choosing to become a campus Orientation Leader was the perfect fit. In today’s Q&A, Joel shares more on the benefit of taking on a campus leadership role and how it continues to positively impact his college journey.