The Johnnies Blog
How a Global Service Trip Transformed My Career and Life Perspective
Read how a St. John’s University service trip to Panama helped a communications student learn connection to humanity from Indigenous communities.
Exploring the St. John’s Catholic Scholars Program: Student Insights and Reflections
Are you looking for a college experience that deepens your faith, challenges you intellectually, and helps you grow as a leader? In this Q&A, get an inside look at the Catholic Scholars program at St. John’s University through the eyes of current student and scholar Chiyoko Goya.
Chiyoko shares how the program has enhanced both her academic journey and personal development, offering valuable insights into how this unique opportunity can shape your own college experience.
Exploring Social Service through St. John's Ozanam Scholars Program: Student Q&A
In this Q&A, we explore Leslie Alhakim ’24SJC’s transformative experience in the Ozanam Scholars program at St. John’s University’s Queens, NY, campus, where she pursued a bachelor’s degree in psychology and is now navigating a master’s degree in data science. Leslie shares insights from impactful service-learning projects, immersive study abroad trips, and how the program has shaped her academic and career path.
7 Actionable Steps to Build a Social Service Career
As a college student, there are many opportunities to combine your passion for social services with professional growth. From service-focused clubs to social justice initiatives, universities provide pathways for students to create meaningful change.
Embracing Faith through Service: Q&A with Elvira Garcia ’20Ed
St. John’s University alumna Elvira Garcia ’20Ed has successfully integrated faith and service into her life and shared her extraordinary journey with us to commemorate Founder’s Week, an annual event honoring the University’s Vincentian and Catholic traditions.