Sheila Kiernan ’22CCPS
Even before attending her first class, Sheila Kiernan ’22CCPS felt like she found a second home at St. John’s University. “I visited several New York City universities when I was going through the application process,” Ms. Kiernan recalled. “But one of the reasons why I loved St. John’s was because giving back to the community is so much a part of its mission. I liked the location—but I really liked the feel of the Queens, NY, campus and the University.”
Katrina Reese Curato ’10C
Katrina Reese Curato ’10C has not ended up where she thought she would, but that’s fine with her/them. Reese identifies as a demi-pan person with they/them/she/her pronouns. A native of Nanuet, NY, Reese sought to expand her horizons when it was time for college. “I wanted to get out into the real world and sought out opportunities for growth and leadership.” She only applied to St. John’s University as it checked all her important boxes for college: proximity to New York City; a Study Abroad program; a large, diverse student body; safe, on-campus residence halls; and a strong Campus Ministry program rooted in service.
Alicia Venter ’22CCPS
From Berea, KY—via St. John’s University—like the intrepid reporter that she is, Alicia Venter ’22CCPS is ready to go wherever her career and faith take her. The 2022 graduate of The Lesley H. and William L. Collins College of Professional Studies and former Editor-in-Chief of St. John’s student newspaper The Torch is an aspiring business journalist whose conversion to Catholicism marked her time at the University.
Jasiel Martin-Odoom ’16CPS
Jasiel Martin-Odoom ’16CPS has a mission: to bring equity to the venture capital space.
Taifha Natalee Alexander (nee Baker) ’12CPS
When St. John’s University accepted Taifha Natalee Alexander (nee Baker) ’12CPS as a first-year student, it did so on the condition that she achieve and maintain a 3.0 grade point average (GPA). Despite the stipulation, she leaped at the opportunity.
Gerard Brogdon ’94SVC, ’97GEd and Shawn Curwen ’97SVC
At first glance, Foods & Dudes is a typical cooking show. It features all of the elements of the format—friendly hosts, a state-of-the-art kitchen, premeasured ingredients, and glamour shots of the finished product. However, once you peel away the layers of the web series, it becomes clear that this creation of two St. John’s alumni is more than just a workshop in the culinary arts; it’s a master class in living life to the fullest.
Maura Consedine
Since landing a prestigious internship on Broadway, Public Relations major Maura Consedine has spent the fall semester experiencing what she calls “outrageously memorable moments.”
Arlene M. Karole, CHCP ’83CBA
In 2014, Arlene M. Karole, CHCP ’83CBA heard those words. However, today, Ms. Karole, an Adjunct Professor in the Hospitality Management program at The Lesley H. and William L. Collins College of Professional Studies, is cancer free.
Daniella Bernett ’93SVC
It is no mystery that the lucky few are those who discover their creative passion when they are young and are able to successfully pursue it during their lifetime.
Aaron A. Tolson ’97SVC
As a high school track star who ranked nationally in the top 10 for the 100-meter dash, Aaron A. Tolson ’97SVC was in the coveted position of being offered full athletic scholarships from seven universities, including St. John’s.
Otoja Abit ’08CPS
As a walk-on for the St. John’s University Men’s Basketball Team, Otoja Abit ’08CPS quickly realized the importance of teamwork—which is serving him well now as he pursues an acting and directing career.