St. John’s University Receives Largest Philanthropic Gift in University History
St. John’s University announces today that Chair of the Board of Trustees William J. Janetschek ’84CBA, ’17HON, retired Partner and Chief Financial Officer, Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. L.P., already a generous and longtime University benefactor, has gifted a $32.5 million donation—the largest single financial commitment in St. John’s 155-year history.
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St. John’s University to Celebrate Johnnies Day on February 16 at Madison Square Garden
St. John's University will celebrate Johnnies Day on Sunday, February 16 with a pair of games at Madison Square Garden. The Men's Basketball team takes on Creighton University at 3 p.m. while the Women's Basketball team takes on Creighton University at 5:30 p.m.
Move-In Weekend Celebrates 25 Years of Residence Life at St. John’s University
First-year and returning students and their families gathered at St. John’s University over Labor Day weekend for the University’s annual Move-In Weekend. The Fall 2024 entering class features resident students who come from 44 US states and 43 international countries. New and returning students joined others from around the world in moving into the Residence Village on the Queens, NY, campus throughout the weekend.
St. John’s University Formally Dedicates New, $106 Million, 70,000-Square-Foot St. Vincent Health Sciences Center
Media Contact: Brian Browne Associate Vice President, University Communications & Public Affairs 917-561-7068 or [email protected] (Queens, NY, September 18, 2024) – St. John’s University today...
St. John’s University to Formally Dedicate New $106 Million, St. Vincent Health Sciences Center
Transforming Learning and the Landscape of the Queens Campus, State-of-the-Art Academic Building Will Enable University to Train Future Generations of Caregivers
M. Steven DeCarlo, Executive Chair, Amwins, Named “2024 Insurance Leader of the Year”
The Peter J. Tobin College of Business at St. John’s University and the Greenberg School of Risk Management, Insurance and Actuarial Science Will Honor Mr. DeCarlo at Annual “Insurance Leader of the Year Dinner” on Feb. 26, 2025.
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Late-Night Healthy Snacks to Fuel Finals Week: Nutritionist Picks
Finals week can be an incredibly stressful time. Between last-minute projects, end-of-semester assignments, and all-night study sessions, many students allow their nutrition to fall by the wayside. But did you know that a healthy diet can help reduce stress, while also boosting focus, concentration, and memory?
How Attending a Crisis Conference Expanded My Homeland Security Education at St. John’s
If you are a homeland security student or interested in disaster recovery careers, attending a professional conference can be transformative. This spring, I had the wonderful opportunity to attend the Disaster Recovery Journal (DRJ) Conference in Orlando, FL.
Campus Life at St. John’s: A Resident Student’s View
As a student who has lived on the St. John’s University Queens, NY, campus for four years, I’ve experienced campus life firsthand. From navigating student housing and adjusting to shared spaces, to building lasting friendships and finding a sense of community, my time living on campus has meaningfully shaped my college journey.
In this blog, I share an inside look at life on campus as a resident student—covering everything from my experience in campus housing to dining halls, campus events, and New York City (NYC) adventures.
Level Up: 6 Networking Tips Every College Student Should Know
Networking is more than just exchanging contact information—it’s about building meaningful relationships that can shape your personal and professional life. Like many students, I once believed networking was only for those nearing graduation—something to worry about later. But I quickly realized that it’s one of the most valuable skills you can develop in college.
In this blog, I share six tips on how to network without feeling “icky” or “sales-y.” While grades and extracurriculars are important, building relationships with peers, professors, and professionals can open doors you never saw coming.