St. John’s University Celebrates Faculty Excellence
At a recently held appreciation dinner, newly tenured and promoted faculty were recognized for their professional achievement and commitment to the academic excellence and mission of St. John’s University.
The John Dewey Society of The School of Education: Teacher Talk
The John Dewey Society of The School of Education, Staten Island campus, hosted a Teacher Talk entitled Teacher as Writer: Writer as Teacher on October 19th, 2017. Dr. Dennis Carroll a) described the writing landscape, b) unfolded one’s “writing trail,” c) provided supportive strategies, and d) underscored messages that educators must deliver about the art of writing in today’s schools.
Advances in Teaching Technology Showcased at St. John’s Forum
Exploring the new, state-of-the-art technologies used to strengthen teaching and research at St. John’s, more than 100 members of the University community attended the third annual Faculty Technology Forum on the Queens, NY, campus.
John Q. Barrett Quoted Widely on Mueller Investigation
Professor John Q. Barrett, who worked for the independent counsel who investigated the Iran-Contra affair, is a go-to expert for reporters covering special counsel Robert S. Mueller III's investigation into Russia's interference with the 2016 election.
Staten Island Campus Library Opening Reception "Renaissance: Five Years After Sandy"
You are cordially invited to the Opening Reception at the Loretto Memorial Library, the Staten Island Campus on Saturday, October 21st, 2-5p.m. Five years ago Hurricane Sandy devastated Staten Island. The resilience of Island residents is exemplified by images on display in this exhibit. Despite the pockets of abandoned houses and half-completed shoreline projects, there has been recovery as well. Development and population growth are evident Island-wide. All the works on display are created by members of the Creative Photographers Guild and St. John’s University students of Professor Frisch-Cherniak.
New Faculty Join The School of Education
The School of Education welcomes six new full-time faculty members this academic year.
Distinguished CLACS Alumnus Discusses Cultural Studies and Global Change at SJU
On Friday, September 22, 2017, Malcolm A. Compitello, Ph.D., ‘68C, ‘70G delivered the lecture, “From the Classroom to the World and Back Again: Cultural Studies as Mediator of Curricular and Global Change.” The event took place at 1:30 p.m. in the Global Language and Culture Center (GLCC) on the Queens Campus. Alina Camacho-Gingerich, Ph.D., Professor of Spanish and Chair of both the Department of Languages and Literatures and the Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies (CLACS), organized the event and presented Dr. Compitello with a plaque from the department for his accomplishments.
New Faculty Join St. John’s
Committed to a culture of student success and academic excellence, St. John’s has expanded its teaching ranks by 40 new faculty appointments across the University’s six schools and colleges.
Professor Mark Movsesian Teaches at American University of Armenia
Professor Mark L. Movsesian visited Armenia recently to teach Topics in American Law: US Constitution and Human Rights, a one-week, intensive course at the American University of Armenia.
School of Education- Faculty Spotlight Luncheon
The Dean’s Scholars organization of The School of Education, Staten Island campus, hosted a Faculty Spotlight Luncheon focused on the topic of Bullying on September 18th, 2017. Adjunct Assistant Professor Adele Kosinski a) defined bullying, b) demonstrated existing types of bullying, c) provided supportive resources, and d) underscored messages that educators must deliver about bullying in today’s schools.