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History in the Making: Lapchick Statue Coming to Campus
The late Joe Lapchick holds a special place in St. John’s Men’s Basketball history. And through the generous efforts of alumnus Kevin Reed ’75C, this former head coach’s legacy will soon be on full display on the Queens campus.
Hoops Season Tips off in Style
It’s showtime! A packed house of 5,308 fans came out to Carnesecca Arena for the Red Storm Tip-Off, celebrating the start of the college basketball season.
Manhattan Campus Sale Enhances University’s Financial Profile
Taking advantage of the strong New York City real estate market, St. John’s University recently announced the sale of its Manhattan campus, located at 101 Murray Street in lower Manhattan. The University will continue to occupy the building for the current academic year, and will welcome students to a new Manhattan location in time for the start of the Fall 2014 semester.
Men’s Basketball Takes Europe by Storm
Team-building and camaraderie took center stage this summer when the Men’s Basketball team embarked on a two-week trip to Europe. With stops in France, Italy and Spain, the whirlwind tour allowed the team to build chemistry, participate in exhibition games against some of Europe’s top professional clubs and serve local communities.
Midnight in Manhattan: Social Change on the Streets of the City
A few stray garbage wrappers tumble down Lexington Avenue, the brisk night wind whipping them towards the corner of 54th Street. It’s a chilly evening in Manhattan, and Eddie stands huddled near the subway entrance, cold and hungry.
More than Just a Game for Athletics Alumni
Red Storm pride was on full display during the Fall semester, as former student-athletes came back to campus for a number of athletics gatherings.
St. John’s Says Thank You At The McCallen Society Luncheon
For the members of The McCallen Society, the future of St. John’s University has already begun. They strongly believe in the University, and have invested in it by including St. John’s in their estate plans.
Students Carry the University’s Mission to Guatemala
Graduate students in Speech Pathology gain real-world experience during a unique study-abroad opportunity that combines classroom learning, practical experience and service to others.
Turning the Page: Elizabeth Austin ’08TCB, ’10MBA Takes Charge of Alumni Chapters
When she first stepped foot onto the Queens campus as a freshman in 2004, Elizabeth Austin ’08TCB, ’10MBA fell in love with New York City. But this Kansas City, MO native also recognized that the big city is just one part of the St. John’s community.
University Welcomes New President
On August 1, 2013 Rev. Joseph L. Levesque, C.M., S.T.D. began his first day as Interim President of St. John’s University, succeeding Rev. Donald J. Harrington, C.M. who retired on July 31. Fittingly, Fr. Levesque’s first official act was to celebrate Mass for the University community in St. Thomas More Church.