The 2017 Maureen A. Hartigan Forum and Networking Reception
The Maureen A. Hartigan Forum is an annual event for student teachers which provides them with an opportunity to network with alumni and prepare for future job interviews. The Hartigan Forum was created as a result of a scholarship dedicated to the memory of Maureen A. Hartigan ’55Ed, who was the former president of The School of Education Alumni Association and an alumna committed to her alma mater. The 2017 Maureen A. Hartigan Scholarship recipient are Amanda Leigh Cohen ’19Ed and Kecia Robinson ‘18Ed.
The School of Education Master’s Program Ranks in Top 10 in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
According to a nationwide study, the Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Master of Science in Education at St. John’s ranks eighth among the top graduate programs in the field.
Annual Literacy Symposium Held
The Staten Island Reading Association, in cooperation with The School of Education on St. John’s University’s Staten Island campus, held its Annual Literacy Symposium on October 20, 2016.
Faculty Research Presentations
Drs. Yang, Mandracchia, and Miller presented at a round table during the annual AERA Conference.
University Appoints Dr. James O'Keefe Vice Provost for Staten Island Campus
St. John’s University has appointed James O’Keefe, Ph.D. ‘79SVC—a long-time professor and administrator with a distinguished record of service to New York City and alma mater—as vice provost of the Staten Island campus, effective January 1, 2014.
America Reads*America Serves Effort Lets More Students Make a Difference
Like the friends she has made at St. John’s University, Rachel Ortega ’15Ed marvels at the life-changing experiences she has encountered as a student at the Queens, NY, campus. Yet one opportunity has had a strong impact on her.
Education's Impact on Full Display at Oakdale L.E.A.D.
Great educators change the world, and at the Fifth Annual Leaders in Education Awards Dinner (L.E.A.D.) – held at St. John’s University’s Oakdale location – five outstanding administrators were honored for the impact they’ve had.
Jumpstart “Ignite Passion for Learning”
Befitting St. John’s University’s Vincentian tradition of service, The School of Education’s 10-year partnership with the Jumpstart nationwide literacy organization aims to close the achievement gap for today’s low-income youth.
Professor Francine Guastello Addresses Society's Need for Literacy Training
With the implementation of Common Core State Standards, training literacy educators is now a national priority.
Creativity in the Classroom is Elementary for Catherine Downey '07Ed, '08GEd
By the time Catherine Downey ’07Ed, ’08GEd was ready to enter her senior year in high school, she had already made two important decisions. She was certain that she wanted to be a teacher, and...