Vincentian Chair Lecture Discusses Bias in the Sciences
As objective as science purports to be, truths have often been obscured throughout history by human beings with their own biases and agendas. That was the message delivered by Angela Saini, an award-winning British science journalist and author, during her lecture, “Race, Gender, Science, and Power,” held via Webex on November 16.
Papal Infallibility Examined at Three Things Talk
As St. John’s marks its 150th anniversary this year, it can make a claim that few other institutions of higher education can assert: “Namely, we can say truthfully that the doctrine of papal...
Plight of Migrants Focus of Biennial Poverty Conference
Now, more than ever, the immigrant population is in desperate need of support, compassion, and love; this was the message conveyed by speakers at St. John’s University’s biennial Poverty Conference,...
Founder’s Week Creates Unity while Celebrated Virtually
Founder’s Week , St. John’s University’s annual celebration of the life and legacy of St. Vincent de Paul , was faced with a daunting challenge this year: crafting virtual programs for events that...
Through Service and Research, Class of 2020’s Ozanam Scholars Explore Issues of Social Justice, Part IV
In this series, we look at Ozanam Scholars from the Class of 2020 and the impact each has made on society.
Students Urge Congress to Support Billions in Funding to Combat Coronavirus
During a recent virtual meeting with staff members from the office of US Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer (D-NY), students from St. John’s University advocated that Congress provide billions...
R.C.I.A. Offers a Life of Faith
Thirteen members of the St. John’s University community made their commitment to a life of faith by receiving the Sacraments of Initiation at St. Thomas More Church on Sunday, September 20, an...
Rising to the Challenge: St. John’s Community Faithful to the Mission during Pandemic
It is often noted that humanity’s goodness is most evident during difficult times. When the global pandemic threw the world into turmoil in the spring, members of the St. John’s community rose to the...
Through Service and Research, Class of 2020’s Ozanam Scholars Explore Issues of Social Justice - Part III
St. John’s Ozanam Scholars Program is a highly selective, academic initiative that combines service, research, and global learning. Through the program, scholars examine and seek solutions to real...
Stewardship is Primary Goal of Interim St. John’s College Dean
Roles that advance the goals and improve the academic standards of St. John’s University have been woven into the career of Gina M. Florio, Ph.D. However, as a recent administrative appointment wound...