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English Professor Publishes a Biography on Country-Rock Pioneer
Dr. Thomas M. Kitts, Professor of English in The Collins College of Professional Studies , recently published a biography entitled Keep on Believin’: The Life and Music of Richie Furay (Penn State University Press). In this biography of the Rock &...
2023-24 Parking Permits
As the 2023–24 academic year approaches, please note that commuter student, faculty, and employee parking permits can be ordered online by logging into your UIS account, effective August 1. Select the Personal Information tab and then Parking Permit...
Professor April Merenda Publishes article on Sustainability in the Hospitality Industry
April Merenda , Assistant Professor and Industry Professional of Hospitality Management for The Lesley H. and William L. Collins of Professional Studies recently published an article in the June 2023 edition of Tourism Now titled Sustainability in...
Employees Celebrate Juneteenth
All employees were invited to celebrate the Juneteenth holiday this year with a festival held on June 15 on the Queens , NY, campus. Organized by the Office of Multicultural Affairs , employees who stopped by the lawn adjacent to Sun Yat Sen Memorial...
Years of Service
St. John’s University is ever grateful for its employees’ commitment and dedication. Earlier this year, the Office of Human Resources announced a new Years of Service program to recognize faculty , administrators, and staff who celebrate five-year...
June is Pride Month
June is LGBTQIA+ Pride Month , commemorating the first Pride protest that was led outside the Stonewall Inn in New York in 1969. Like with any identity, feeling different or unaccepted can be a significant risk factor for mental health struggles...
Juneteenth: A Freedom Celebration
All employees are invited to a Juneteenth celebration on Thursday, June 15 to celebrate the day of freedom of African-Americans. Enjoy some food, play some games, take in the outdoors, learn about Juneteenth, and share some time with your St. John's...
Dr. Jie Xu Published in a Top Tier Journal
Dr. Jie Xu , an Assistant Professor in Division of Criminal Justice and Homeland Security, recently published in Criminology and Public Policy , the highest-ranking journal in criminal justice. The research article titled “Licensed firearm dealers...
Reminder: Summer Workweeks Start June 2
I am pleased to announce that Rev. Brian J. Shanley, O.P. , President, has approved a modified work week schedule for Summer 2023. Administrators and staff will have 10 Fridays off this summer. The University will be closed on Fridays beginning on...
Vincentian Mission Certificate Program (VMC) Day of Service
Join your colleagues in the St. John’s community on Thursday, May 25, as we return to our Vincentian Mission Certificate (VMC) Program tradition of offering a VMC Day of Service for St. John's employees! Various in-person service opportunities are...