Homecoming

Alumni Professional Development Series: Wealth Management

St. John’s University’s Alumni Professional Development Series provides online learning from top alumni and industry experts. During this special Webex presentation during Homecoming, you can learn wealth management tips and the latest trends. 

Small Business Professionals Takeover!

Join us for the next St. John’s Small Business Professionals Takeover as we bring it back home for Homecoming with the Chairman of our group, John Ceparano '85CBA.  

Get to know John and his journey upon graduating from St. John’s, hear our plans for future takeovers, and learn how your business can be our next stop!

Staten Island Oktoberfest

It's Oktoberfest time, and St. John's is celebrating both in person and virtually! Join us to celebrate during this year's Homecoming festivities.

Virtual Oktoberfest Beer Tasting

We are excited to offer this beer tasting and brewery tour in a hybrid format, allowing alumni to join us in person at Flagship Brewing Company on Staten Island or virtually from the comfort of home. 

Red Storm Homecoming Parade

The entire University community (e.g., alumni, students, faculty, Schools/Colleges) is welcome to travel with us as we parade through the roads of our beautiful campus. We encourage you to show your Johnny spirit by decorating your car or parading with a banner.

Red Storm Tip-Off

Red Storm Tip-Off is the unofficial start of the St. John's Basketball season.  This is the opening event to an exciting season for Men's and Women's Basketball under the leadership of Coach Mike Anderson and Coach Joe Tartamella. 

Baseball Alumni Event

Join baseball alumni and friends for an intersquad game during Homecoming Weekend at Jack Kaiser Stadium.

Fencing Alumni Event

Join fencing alumni and friends for an alumni fencing meet and reception during Homecoming Weekend. Show your support for Coach Yury Gelman and the alumni team.

Softball Alumni Event

Show your student-athlete pride as we host an alumni game and reception on Red Storm Field. We are... St. John's!

Men's and Women's Tennis Alumni Event

Reunite on the courts where we represented the red and white. Head women's tennis coach, Lauren Leo and head men's tennis coach,  Dillon Pottish will be on hand to organize a round robin tournament. 

Volleyball Alumni Event

Join volleyball alumni and friends for a reception during  Homecoming Weekend.

1870 Court–The Ultimate Red Storm Fan Experience

Join us for a BBQ lunch to celebrate Homecoming Weekend at the 1870 Court–Ultimate Red Storm Fan Experience. Following the 1870 Court, feel free to join us for the St. John's Homecoming Men's soccer game!

St. John's Basketball Program Memorial Mass Livestream

Join men's and women's basketball alumni for a livestream of the memorial mass during Homecomingat St. Thomas More Church.

Men's Track Alumni Event

Alumni will gather with former head coach Jim Hurt at a reception where we will celebrate his  long career as head coach. Hurt will be enshrined into the Athletics Hall of Fame on the same day, during the University's Homecoming Weekend.

Women's Track Alumni Event

Alumni will gather with former head coach Jim Hurt.  Come back home whereas proud student-athletes we represented St. John's! Go Johnnies! 

Men's Soccer Alumni Event

Join men's soccer alumni and friends for a reception during Homecoming Weekend. 

Class of 1970 and 1971 Cocktail Reception

Join us in the magnificent D'Angelo Center Living Room with its large fireplace, spanning windows, and outdoor patio. Make sure to stop over on the fourth floor to take in the stunning view of the Manhattan skyline on this beautiful autumn afternoon. 

Carnesecca Statue Dedication

Join your fellow Johnnies for the historic dedication of the Lou Carnesecca Statue in honor of our beloved and legendary Hall of Fame coach.  Celebrate with the “Who’s Who” of St. John’s Basketball dignitaries and gather together to pay homage to the one we call “Louie.” 

Athletics Hall of Fame

This year’s class is headlined by 17-year NBA veteran and current ESPN/ABC commentator Mark Jackson. The list of honorees also includes baseball standout Ralph Addonizio, Men’s Soccer All-American Kevin Daly, Men’s Basketball star Joe DePre, longtime Track & Field/Cross Country coach Jim Hurt, three-time football All-American Todd Jamison, two-time BIG EAST Women’s Golf Champion Harin Lee, Women’s Basketball All-American Shenneika Smith, and three-time fencing Olympian Dagmara Wozniak.

Alumni and Community Mass

Join us in prayer at the Homecoming Alumni and Community Mass at St. Thomas More Church. Sunday wraps up the first annual Homecoming weekend with fellow alumni, students, and friends.

Lacrosse Alumni Event

Reunite on the field where we represented the red and white. Coach Jason Miller will host an alumni game followed by a steak hotdog game for the current team. This will be followed by a social event for alumni and parents.

Brooklyn Reunion

Join us to celebrate Lewis Avenue and Schermerhorn Street alumni and exchange stories with former classmates about your cherished former Brooklyn campuses. This reunion will be comprised of a Mass followed by brunch at the new Hilton Brooklyn New York Hotel located in Boerum Hill, right by 96 Schermerhorn Street. The hotel where our brunch takes place is the location of the former rope factory in the 19th Century. 

Winter Coat and Clothing Drive

The Office of Alumni Relations and the Mission Office are hosting a Winter Coat and Clothing Drive for St. John the Baptist Church in Brooklyn, NY. We are looking to collect coats as they are primarily needed for babies and adults, especially as the winter draws near. Scarves, hats, and gloves are also welcome. Items can be new or gently used.