Convocations Welcome Students and Faculty to St. John’s
St. John’s University formally welcomed its next generation of Johnnies on September 5 at New Student Convocation ceremonies that combined aspirational messaging with old-fashioned fun.
New St. Vincent Health Sciences Center Opens at St. John’s University
The first day of the academic year at St. John’s University ushered in a brand-new era for health sciences education as the doors of the state-of-the-art St. Vincent Health Sciences Center opened and faculty, administrators, and staff welcomed students to classes.
St. John’s Scientist Wins Federal Grant to Research Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Sunil Kumar ’09GP, ’14Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, in St. John’s University’s College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, was recently awarded a grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to find an effective therapy for a form of liver disease with no cure and which can lead to cancer.
Governor Kathy Hochul Visits St. John’s University
On Wednesday, August 14, New York State Governor Kathy Hochul visited St. John’s University’s Queens, NY, campus for a sneak preview of the soon-to-be-opened St. Vincent Health Sciences Center. The new $106-million, 70,000-square-foot academic building is a state-of-the-art facility for existing and future health sciences programs. The building opens for classes on Wednesday, September 4.
Nursing Scholarship Advances Student’s Dreams of Health-Care Career
A nursing candidate at St. John’s University recently received a prestigious scholarship for talented students with financial needs who are studying for a career in health care.
Campus Capital Improvements Help St. John’s Prepare for New Academic Year
To the casual summertime visitor to St. John’s University’s Queens, NY, campus, the extent of the expansive scope of capital improvements, renovations, deferred maintenance projects, and new construction may take time to become apparent. Nevertheless, many capital improvements are underway up close and behind the scenes, and work continues as the campus hosts regular summertime activities, external events, athletic camps, and routine business operations.
College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Graduates Reflect on St. John’s as They Prepare to Enter the Workforce
More than 360 students graduated from the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (CPHS) this year. These individuals conquered academic challenges and have also nurtured a broad range of interests and passions, paving diverse paths for themselves. While each is unique, they all possess the requisite skills and fortitude to excel in a dynamic world. Here are thoughts from some students graduating in 2024.
Honoring Excellence: Faculty Researcher Wins 2024 AAISCR Young Investigator Award in Cancer Research Category
A faculty member in St. John’s University’s College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences was honored with the prestigious Young Investigator Award from the American Association of Indian Scientists in Cancer Research (AAISCR) for his work to find a cure for neuroblastoma, a devastating cancer that targets very young children.
Graduating Seniors Reflect on College Experience Marked by Pandemic
In Fall 2020, amid the pandemic, St. John’s University welcomed a new class of Johnnies—more than 2,000 first-year students whose college experience would be unlike any class before them. Their perseverance amid adversity showcased their determination and ability to overcome obstacles with resilience. We caught up with some of them as they reminisced about their distinct college journey and the wisdom they gained over the past four years.
College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Screens Public Health Service Documentary with Producer
On February 20, the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (CPHS) hosted a screening of Invisible Corps, a documentary about the history and role of the Commissioned Corps of the US Public Health Service.