The Johnnies Blog

Welcome to the Johnnies Blog—where your college journey comes into focus. Designed for prospective students and their families, this space brings together authentic student voices, expert perspectives, and practical guidance to help you explore opportunities, navigate decisions, and build a meaningful path forward.
Student discussing career opportunties as undecided majors

What is an Undecided Major?

Many incoming college students feel pressure to know exactly what they want to study or which career path to pursue. But starting college without everything figured out is far more common than many students realize.

In this blog, you learn what it means to begin college as an undecided student, why it can actually be beneficial, and how to make the most of your first year while exploring different possibilities.

Young female professional
Toni Critelli
Student pulling food into a food pantry

Turning Challenges into Change: Crystal’s Story of Student Advocacy

Meet Crystal Anne Dibenedetto, a senior at St. John’s University, who is helping drive meaningful change for students facing food insecurity on campus. Motivated by both her own experiences and the stories shared by classmates, Crystal became a passionate voice in the conversations that helped bring Vincent’s Table, the University’s campus food pantry initiative, to life.

Young female professional
Toni Critelli