Sustainability Coordinator Featured By GreeNYC
For Government and Politics major Eleni Moukas, sustainability isn’t just “pulp” fiction. A Sustainability Coordinator on the St. John’s Queens campus since April 2017, Eleni is involved with the process of pulping campus food waste for compost to use in the University’s organic garden. She was recently featured in a GreeNYC video about her sustainability efforts on campus.
Alumni Tout Benefits of Global Development and Social Justice Master’s Program
A unique, multidisciplinary program that reflects St. John’s University’s mission of social justice and human rights advocacy, the Master of Arts in Global Development and Social Justice has prepared more than 150 graduates from 36 countries as creative and compassionate leaders ready to address issues of sustainability, development, and justice around the world.
Professor Recognized with Standing Ovation for Service
Beverly Greene, Ph.D., Professor of Psychology, received further recognition from the American Psychological Association (APA) Division 44: Society for the Psychology of Sexual Orientation and Gender Diversity this summer, when she was presented with its Distinguished Service Award.
History Chair Named AHA Councilor
Associate Professor and Chair of History Nerina Rustomji, Ph.D., has been named Councilor for the Professional Division of the American Historical Association (AHA). Her term as Councilor begins January 2019.
St. John’s Forges Internship Partnership with US National Park Service
Four students were selected for summer internships that were created as part of a recent partnership established by St. John’s and the National Park Service (NPS).
Students Focus on Diversity at Assembly
Three St. John’s University students who serve as members on theSt. Vincent de Paul Society’s Executive Board attended the Society’s 2018 National Assembly this past summer in San Diego, CA. They gathered with more than 700 Vincentians from across the country to commemorate the theme, “One Society Serving in Hope.”
Watson Fellows Roster Continues to Grow
Two more St. John’s University undergraduates have been awarded the prestigious Jeannette K. Watson Fellowship—a three-year, international internship program funded by the Thomas J. Watson Foundation.
Recent Graduates Selected for Prestigious Fulbright Grants
Two recent graduates of St. John’s College of Liberal Arts and Sciences were chosen for the highly competitive Fulbright US Student Program.
Stepping Stones: Interns Gain Valuable Skills through Experiential Learning
In today's competitive job market, employers recruit graduates who have complemented their academic pursuits with authentic opportunities for applying classroom learning with “real-world” internship experiences.
A Lesson in Service: St. John’s University Aids Children in Storm-Ravaged Puerto Rico
The strongest storm to make landfall in Puerto Rico in nearly a century, Hurricane Maria came ashore on September 20, 2017, and knocked out power to the entire island. The widespread devastation and lingering power outages triggered a creative response from the University.