by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Jul 27, 2017 | News
As six St. John’s University students ascended the 6,500 foot Mount Mbapit in Cameroon this past summer, they laughed recalling the requirement to train with intense cardio in the SJU Fitness Center before joining the study abroad trip. The group traveled to the...
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Jul 13, 2017 | News
#HumansofSJU is a campaign designed to spotlight the unique qualities that distinguish those who study, teach, and work at St. John’s University. It is patterned after the popular “Humans of New York” series. By showcasing these individuals, we will provide the...
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Jul 6, 2017 | Formation, Reflections
Sai Aung Phyo was inspired by the University’s Vincentian Mission of service. As a student in the Honors Program at St. John’s, he tutored classmates in biology, chemistry, and physics. During his free time, he also participated in the Midnight Run program, in which...
by Maria Rodriguez | Jul 2, 2017 | Formation, Reflections
Maria Rodriguez always wanted to be a lawyer. At St. John’s University, she majored in sociology. She also learned about St. Vincent de Paul’s dedication to serving others and decided to use her legal knowledge to help those in need. “St. John’s mission of serving...
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Jun 25, 2017 | Formation, Reflections
Coming into contact with a Vincentian University has changed many lives. From their “10 under 10” series, here’s a story of someone inspired by the charism at St. John’s University. When the financial crisis hit, Elisa Sciortino was a recent...
