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.
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150 Reasons to Love St. John’s: Commencement Commences

Commencement marks a profound period of transition for college students around the world. After the final flakes of confetti fall to the ground and all of the mortarboards are tossed into the air, college grads begin a new journey, fortified with their freshly minted degrees.

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150 Reasons to Love St. John’s: Spring Edition

Spring is a season associated with renewal, rebirth, and regrowth. As the world slowly finds its way back to normal (or something closer to normal), we find relief and joy in the reminders all around that brighter days are ahead. At St. John’s, those signs of a spring awakening are everywhere.