St. John’s to Assist Local Community during Annual University Service Day
The St. John’s University family will gather to serve neighboring communities throughout New York City in celebration of the 23rd annual University Service Day, to be held on Saturday, September 21.
St. John’s University Hosts Summit for International Catholic Leaders
Last month, St. John’s University hosted a summit whose overarching goal was training lay Catholics to become leaders working for societal change. Four international cardinals attended, along with more than 125 people from 22 mostly Spanish-speaking countries.
Vincentians Launch Plans for 400th Centenary Celebration
The year 2025 marks a significant milestone in the life of the Congregation of the Mission (the Vincentians) as the global religious community celebrates 400 years since its formal founding. In anticipation of this celebration, the worldwide Vincentian family and St. John’s University are focusing on prayer, reflection, discernment, and programming to increase awareness of the impactful and enduring Vincentian charism.
St. John’s Partners with Catholic Charities in Social Justice Lecture Series
To celebrate the 125th anniversary of the establishment of Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens (CCBQ), St. John’s University is producing a series of social justice lectures with the Brooklyn, NY-based social services organization.
Students Donate Food, Other Essentials in Residence Hall Move-Out
A routine, end-of-school-year ritual became an opportunity for St. John’s University students to assist the needy and serve as responsible stewards of the environment. In cleaning out their residence hall rooms after the spring semester, students collected more than 2.5 metric tons of food, clothing, and household goods that were distributed to representatives of the Dax Program to support homeless students; St. John’s Bread & Life food pantry in Brooklyn, NY; and the Society of St. Vincent de Paul Long Island.
In Memoriam: Rev. Joseph L. Levesque, C.M. ’90HON, 16th President of St. John’s University, Trustee Emeritus
St. John’s University mourns the passing of Rev. Joseph L. Levesque, C.M., its 16th President, on Sunday, June 23, 2024.
College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Graduates Reflect on St. John’s as They Prepare to Enter the Workforce
More than 360 students graduated from the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (CPHS) this year. These individuals conquered academic challenges and have also nurtured a broad range of interests and passions, paving diverse paths for themselves. While each is unique, they all possess the requisite skills and fortitude to excel in a dynamic world. Here are thoughts from some students graduating in 2024.
Ozanam Scholars Embrace Faith and Service in Costa Rica Mission
For 27 first-year students at St. John’s University, a 10-day community service immersion in Costa Rica was an ideal way to live out their commitment to the Ozanam Scholars program.
Kelleher Welcome Center Dedicated at Queens Campus
In a fitting tribute to the memory of the late Denis P. Kelleher ’65CBA, ’91HON, Chair Emeritus, St. John’s University Board of Trustees, family, friends, and members of the St. John’s community joined together for the naming of the Kelleher Welcome Center at the Queens, NY, campus.
St. John’s Student-Athletes Share Day of Sports with Special-Needs Students
With a cheerful attitude and a commitment to service, St. John’s University Red Storm athletic community members shared their love of sports with local special-needs students on April 17 at the University’s Queens, NY, campus.