The Johnnies Blog

Welcome to Johnnie’s Blog—your essential guide for university life. Here, we explore vibrant student experiences, academic and institutional excellence, comprehensive admissions support, and inspiring success spotlights. Whether you’re a prospective student or parent, our curated insights and resources empower you to make informed decisions about a safe, successful, and enriching academic future.
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Nicole DiCamillo: My Study Abroad Semester in Rome

In our “Semester in Rome” series, students in the St. John’s University study abroad program share their life-changing experiences, focusing on how the program has impacted their personal growth and paved the way for a bright and promising future.

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Acayla Wray: My Study Abroad Semester in Rome

In our “Semester in Rome” series, students in the St. John’s University study abroad program share their life-changing experiences, focusing on how the program has impacted their personal growth and paved the way for a bright and promising future.

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Emily Wenke: My Study Abroad Semester in Rome

In our “Semester in Rome” series, students in the St. John’s University study abroad program share their life-changing experiences, focusing on how the program has impacted their personal growth and paved the way for a bright and promising future.

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5 Tips to Prepare for Your Career Postgrad   

Graduating from college is an exciting and bittersweet moment. As you celebrate all the great friendships made and the hard work you put into earning a degree, it’s also time to start an entirely new life chapter. The transition from college to career can feel overwhelming; however, there are many great ways to prepare, even during the last few weeks leading up to graduation. In today’s blog post, we cover five tips to help you be successful as you prepare for your postgrad life.

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Toni Critelli
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Manifesting Your Dreams

How I manifest my dreams as a certified Strengths Coach and Associate Dean of Student Success and Engagement at St. John’s University.

Dr. Sharod L. Tomlinson’21Ed.D.
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Enhance Your College Success with Peer Mentorship

The first year of college can be both exciting and challenging. It can take time to adjust to the new environment, meet new people, and navigate academic expectations; that’s where mentor programs come in. Having a mentor can significantly impact your experience and provide plenty of long-term benefits beyond your college years. 

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Toni Critelli
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Restoring Generational Wealth through Education and Empowerment

Ebony (Rentas) Beckford transformed life's challenges into opportunities for personal growth. Through self-reflection and the supportive community she nurtured as a student, she discovered her strength. Now, as the founder of Fin Lit Kids, Ebony illustrates how her transformative journey fuels her mission to empower future generations with the tools for financial success.

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Toni Critelli