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July 24, 2020
Support Our Student Community
Dear Colleagues, Students from around the country and international locations are making their travel plans to begin the fall semester at St. John’s University while Governor Cuomo continues to evaluate how to mitigate the risk of travelers to New...
July 15, 2020
Return to Campus Task Force: Preparing for the Fall Semester Plan
Since the formation of the Return to Campus Task Force (RCTF) which I announced on May 1, 2020, the Task Force members have been working diligently to develop a comprehensive plan for the safe and gradual return of our students, faculty...
June 23, 2020
Plan for Gradual Return to Campus – Summer 2020
Now that NYC has entered Phase 2 of reopening, the University is pleased to announce its Plan for Gradual Return to Campus – Summer 2020 . The Plan was developed by the Return to Campus Task Force in compliance with the requirements established by...
June 16, 2020
Academic Calendar Changes – Fall 2020
We write to you today to provide information on changes to the academic calendar for fall 2020. Upon the recommendation of the University’s Academic Calendar Committee comprised of faculty, administrators, and students, and with the approval of Dr...
May 28, 2020
Return to Campus – Employees with Health Concerns
As a follow up to President Gempesaw’s May 27 internal communication , and as the University works toward a safe transition back to campus, the Office of Human Resources (HR) encourages employees who may have health concerns about returning to their...
May 27, 2020
Planning for the Fall 2020 Semester
It has been almost three months since St. John’s University closed its campuses in accordance with stay-at-home orders to mitigate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. As states across the nation are gradually opening up, higher education...
May 01, 2020
Return to Campus Task Force
Like many communities across the nation, the St. John’s University community has been severely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. We keep in our thoughts and prayers our community members who passed away, those who have lost loved ones, those who are...
April 24, 2020
Information Security Updates
With the shift to a remote workforce and online instruction, it is more critical than ever to remain diligent about cybersecurity. Please remember to read emails carefully and do not click links or respond to questionable contacts or strange emails...
April 08, 2020
A Message from the President During Holy Week
During this time of Holy Week, we are confronted with the fragility of our human lives as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. In response to the disruption and uncertainty caused by this global public health crisis, St. John’s had to make hard...
March 27, 2020
Tips for Working Remotely
The global spread of COVID-19 has introduced a time of great change, including the University’s transition to a remote workforce. We recognize that telework arrangements may require some adjustments to your usual way of working, so the Office of...