A Century of Innovation and Impact
For 100 years, business education at St. John’s University has prepared generations of students to lead with purpose, adapt to change, and make an impact in business and beyond.
As we celebrate this milestone, we honor the faculty, alumni, students, donors, employers, and partners who have shaped our first century while looking ahead to the ideas, opportunities, and innovation that will define the next.
Message from the Dean
Upcoming Events
Join us throughout the year as we celebrate the people, milestones, traditions, and future of Tobin through special events honoring our alumni, students, faculty, donors, employers, and community. And the celebration is just getting started.
Check back throughout the year as we add more events and ways to be part of this historic milestone.
Join us for a special Centennial Leadership Forum featuring Mike Repole ’91SVC, ’11HON, celebrated entrepreneur, sports investor, and co-founder of Vitaminwater and BODYARMOR. Hear insights from his entrepreneurial journey, building billion-dollar brands, and the lessons that have shaped his success.
Date: November 18, 2026
Time: 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Location: Tobin College of Business, Munson Lecture Hall (Rooms 201/202)
Limited seating. Learn more and RSVP here.
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Centennial Highlights
Look back at the memorable events, inspiring conversations, and milestones that are shaping Tobin's 100th anniversary celebration.
As part of Tobin's 100th anniversary celebration, Lloyd Blankfein, former Chairman and CEO of Goldman Sachs, joined James P. Riley Jr. ’74CBA, ’75MBA, ’03HON for a special fireside chat. Blankfein shared insights from his remarkable career on Wall Street, his approach to leadership, and the experiences that shaped his journey to the top of Goldman Sachs.
Read the event recap here.
Date: October 6, 2026
Time: 1:30 pm - 3:15 pm
Location: Tobin College of Business, Munson Lecture Hall (Rooms 201/202)
Tobin faculty and staff came together for a special 100th Anniversary Trivia Night, celebrating a century of business education at St. John’s. The evening featured friendly competition, food, drinks, and plenty of school spirit as teams put their knowledge to the test for the title of trivia champion.
Read the event recap here.
In honor of 100 years of business education at St. John’s, Tobin students and faculty are invited to come together for a special day of service on September 26. Our goal: collectively complete 100 volunteer hours, putting the St. John’s Vincentian mission into action and celebrating our centennial through service to others.
Celebrate the end of summer with fellow Tobin alumni at the beautiful 230 Fifth Rooftop Bar, hosted by the Tobin Alumni Association (TAA). Unwind, connect, and network the night away while indulging in hors d'oeuvres and unlimited beer, wine, and soft drinks!
Learn more and RSVP here.