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June 23, 2020
Plan for Gradual Return to Campus – Summer 2020
Now that NYC has entered Phase 2 of reopening, the University is pleased to announce its Plan for Gradual Return to Campus – Summer 2020 . The Plan was developed by the Return to Campus Task Force in compliance with the requirements established by...
June 16, 2020
Academic Calendar Changes – Fall 2020
We write to you today to provide information on changes to the academic calendar for fall 2020. Upon the recommendation of the University’s Academic Calendar Committee comprised of faculty, administrators, and students, and with the approval of Dr...
June 15, 2020
In Memoriam - Salvatore J. Giovannotto
It is with deeply felt sorrow that we advise you of the passing of a member of the family of one of our colleagues: Salvatore J. Giovannotto Father of Pauline Tummino Student Health Services Wake Services previously held in Naples, Florida...
June 10, 2020
Retirement of President Gempesaw
Earlier today, Dr. Gempesaw shared with you the decision he has made, after a 35-year academic career, and with his current contract scheduled to conclude in June 2021, to retire as the 17th President of St. John’s University. As Dr. Gempesaw noted...
June 10, 2020
Retirement Announcement
I am writing to inform you of my decision to retire from my position as president of St. John’s University at the end of my employment agreement on June 30, 2021, concluding a 36-year career in academia. At this stage in our lives, Clavel and I are...
June 06, 2020
Antiracism Statement from University Senior Leadership
On May 29, 2020, President Gempesaw released a statement expressing solidarity with victims of injustice. In the communication he made clear we must rise above hatred and violence and work towards greater understanding and compassion for one another...
June 05, 2020
In Memoriam - Louis Ramos
It is with deeply felt sorrow that we advise you of the passing of an alumnus and member of the family of one of our colleagues: Louis Ramos Father of Luis Ramos Office of Information Technology Wake Tuesday, June 9, 2020 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. N.F...
June 04, 2020
Work-from-Home Resources
Many specialized resources are being offered by our Employee Assistance Program, Corporate Counseling Associates (CCA) at this time. Please be reminded that CCA@YourService is available 24/7 to provide emotional and practical support to all faculty...
May 28, 2020
Return to Campus – Employees with Health Concerns
As a follow up to President Gempesaw’s May 27 internal communication , and as the University works toward a safe transition back to campus, the Office of Human Resources (HR) encourages employees who may have health concerns about returning to their...
May 27, 2020
Planning for the Fall 2020 Semester
It has been almost three months since St. John’s University closed its campuses in accordance with stay-at-home orders to mitigate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. As states across the nation are gradually opening up, higher education...