The Johnnies Blog

Welcome to Johnnies Blog—your essential guide to college. From making friends and navigating New York City, to building a career-ready degree, our student stories and expert advice bring the college experience to life. Whether you’re exploring majors, planning to apply, or seeking support for a balanced and purposeful college journey, we’re here to inform, inspire, and connect you every step of the way.
A student looking at options for Majors, Minors and Concentrations

A Guide to Majors, Double Majors, Minors, and Concentrations 

College isn’t a one-size-fits-all journey—and your degree doesn’t have to be either. From combining two areas of study to adding specialized skills, there are several ways to shape an academic path that reflects who you are and where you want to go.  

In this guide, we explore the difference between a major, double major, minor, and concentration; what each path offers; and how to build a degree that’s truly your own. 

A tablescape of health snacks like fruit and nuts

Late-Night Healthy Snacks to Fuel Finals Week: Nutritionist Picks

Finals week can be an incredibly stressful time. Between last-minute projects, end-of-semester assignments, and all-night study sessions, many students allow their nutrition to fall by the wayside. But did you know that a healthy diet can help reduce stress, while also boosting focus, concentration, and memory?

St. Johns University Campus Dietician, Simon Gmuca
Simone Gmuca
St. John's University Students dressed in gowns for a campus fashion show

Campus Life at St. John’s: A Resident Student’s View 

As a student who has lived on the St. John’s University Queens, NY, campus for four years, I’ve experienced campus life firsthand. From navigating student housing and adjusting to shared spaces, to building lasting friendships and finding a sense of community, my time living on campus has meaningfully shaped my college journey. 

In this blog, I share an inside look at life on campus as a resident student—covering everything from my experience in campus housing to dining halls, campus events, and New York City (NYC) adventures. 

St. John's University Student
Madison Coombs
Student networking with career professionals at a career fair

Level Up: 6 Networking Tips Every College Student Should Know

Networking is more than just exchanging contact information—it’s about building meaningful relationships that can shape your personal and professional life. Like many students, I once believed networking was only for those nearing graduation—something to worry about later. But I quickly realized that it’s one of the most valuable skills you can develop in college.

In this blog, I share six tips on how to network without feeling “icky” or “sales-y.” While grades and extracurriculars are important, building relationships with peers, professors, and professionals can open doors you never saw coming.

Aishwarya Gupta
Students and faculty gathered for the Johnnies innovation challenge

How St. John’s Students Turn Big Ideas into Real-World Impact

At St. John’s University, students are empowered with hands-on learning opportunities to build skills, gain valuable mentorship, and turn visionary ideas into action. One standout event is the business pitch competition known as the Johnnies Innovation Challenge.

In this Q&A, we hear from the three winning student teams of the 2025 Johnnies Innovation Challenge. They share the inspiration behind their business ideas, the skills they gained through participating, and how experiences like this are helping shape their futures.

Young female professional
Toni Critelli