Campus Capital Improvements Help St. John’s Prepare for New Academic Year
To the casual summertime visitor to St. John’s University’s Queens, NY, campus, the extent of the expansive scope of capital improvements, renovations, deferred maintenance projects, and new construction may take time to become apparent. Nevertheless, many capital improvements are underway up close and behind the scenes, and work continues as the campus hosts regular summertime activities, external events, athletic camps, and routine business operations.
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.
Honoring Excellence: Faculty Researcher Wins 2024 AAISCR Young Investigator Award in Cancer Research Category
A faculty member in St. John’s University’s College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences was honored with the prestigious Young Investigator Award from the American Association of Indian Scientists in Cancer Research (AAISCR) for his work to find a cure for neuroblastoma, a devastating cancer that targets very young children.
Graduating Seniors Reflect on College Experience Marked by Pandemic
In Fall 2020, amid the pandemic, St. John’s University welcomed a new class of Johnnies—more than 2,000 first-year students whose college experience would be unlike any class before them. Their perseverance amid adversity showcased their determination and ability to overcome obstacles with resilience. We caught up with some of them as they reminisced about their distinct college journey and the wisdom they gained over the past four years.
College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Screens Public Health Service Documentary with Producer
On February 20, the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (CPHS) hosted a screening of Invisible Corps, a documentary about the history and role of the Commissioned Corps of the US Public Health Service.
Pilgrimage to Rome Helps Catholic Scholars Grow in Faith
A recent pilgrimage to the seat of the Roman Catholic faith brought members of St. John’s University’s Catholic Scholars program closer to God and each other. Six Catholic Scholars—four from the...
St. John’s Dean to Tackle National Pharmacist Shortage as Member of New Council
Anne Y. F. Lin ’84P, ’86Pharm.D., FNAP, Dean and Professor, College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences at St. John’s University, is among 17 deans from pharmacy colleges across the country to be part of a new advisory council charged with addressing a significant, nationwide shortage of pharmacists.
Nursing and Physician Assistant Students Tour St. Vincent Health Sciences Center
A vibrant contingent of students from the Nursing and Physician Assistant (PA) programs within St. John’s University’s College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences were recent recipients of an exclusive, behind-the-scenes tour of the multimillion-dollar St. Vincent Health Sciences Center scheduled to open in the fall on the Queens, NY, campus.
Walgreens Sponsors Dining Etiquette Event for Pharmacy Students
More than 40 St. John’s University third-year Pharmacy students participated in a special evening featuring networking and dining tips designed to give them an advantage over their peers when they enter the professional realm.
St. John’s Student Pharmacists Embrace and Contribute to the Diversity and Traditions of Those They Serve
St. John’s University Doctor of Pharmacy students are getting valuable exposure to the traditions and celebrations of the communities they serve through an innovative program designed to enhance their...