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'''St. John's University''' is a private coeducational ] ] in ], with its primary campus being located in ], a neighborhood in the borough of ]. It is known for its programs in the ], ], pharmacy, lack of engineering, lack of medical programs, and ].
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'''St. John's University''' is a private ] ] in ]. The primary campus is located in ], a neighborhood in the borough of ]. It is known for its programs in the ], ], ], and ]. St. John's University is the largest Catholic university in the United States.{{fact}}


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==History==
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St. John's University was founded in ], by the ] of the ]. It has an enrollment of over 20,000 students in its six schools and colleges. Bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees are conferred by the university and over 100 programs are offered through the St. John's College of Liberal Arts & Sciences, the ] College of Business, the College of Pharmacy and Allied Health Professions, the College of Professional Studies, the School of Education, and the School of Law.
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==Campuses==
*The main campus of St. John's University is located in the Queens borough of New York City. This 105 acre campus houses several academic buildings, 6 residence halls, athletic facilities, the St. Augustine Library, and provides easy access to Manhattan via the subway system. The campus is bordered by Union Turnpike to the north, Utopia Parkway to its east and Grand Central Parkway to the south. ], ], the ], ], ], ] are all within a five mile radius of the university.


St. John's University was founded in ], by the ] of the ]. It has an enrollment of over 19,000 students in its six schools and colleges. Bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs are conferred by the university and over 100 degree programs are offered through the St. John's College of Liberal Arts & Sciences, the ] College of ], the College of ] and Allied Health Professions, the College of Professional Studies, the School of ], and the School of ].
*The university also has two other residential New York City campuses, one located in lower ], and the other in ]. The university also has campuses in ] and ].


The main campus of St. John's University is an urban one. The campus is bordered by Union Turnpike to the north and Grand Central Parkway to the south. The university also has three residential New York City campuses in ], Lower ], ], as well as branch campuses in ] and ].
*St. John's was recently named one of the Top 10 Wireless Universities in the nation. The university maintains over 2,900 microcomputers on campus, and has over 100 high-tech multi-media classrooms. St. John's provides every student with a wireless internet capable laptop. St. Augustine Library, on the Queens campus, is completely wired and provides students access to over 1.7 million volumes, making it one of the largest university libraries on the east coast.


St. John's University also houses several research centers and institutes. Among them are the Center for ] Services and Clinical Studies, the ] and ] Center, the Committee on ] and ] Studies, the ] Center for ] and ], and the Institute for ] Studies.
==Centers & Institutes==
On campus shooting, '''There has been several claims of racism and prejudice on campus. The President of the school had made comments on the "culture" of the school that needed to be changed.'''
St. John's University houses several research centers and institutes. Among them are the Center for Psychological Services and Clinical Studies, the Speech and Hearing Center, the Committee on Latin American and Caribbean Studies, the ] Center for Church and Society, and the Institute for Asian Studies.

The Institute for Asian Studies, founded in 1959, is housed in Sun Yat-Sen Hall. The hall reflects East Asian architecture, and is home to the Chung-Cheng Art Gallery (named in honor of former ROC President ]).

]


Tuition at the school has steadily risen from 9,000 in 1995 to 22,000 in 2006. With dorms the tuition is well over 34,000.
==Demographics== ==Demographics==
*As of 2006, St John's has a total student population both undergraduate and graduate enrollment of 20,346 students. The undergraduate enrollment of 14,848 students are from 88 countries and 41 states. The 5,498 graduate school students are represented by students from 53 countries and 29 states.

*There are 1404 faculty members, over 90% of whom hold doctoral or equivalent degrees in their field. St. John's boasts a 14:1 faculty to student ratio.


*There are roughly 140,000 St John's alumni, many of whom reside in the greater metropolitian area. Standard and Poor's consistently ranks St. John's graduates among the the top universities in the nation with alumni who hold executive positions at Fortune 500 companies. St John's has a total student population both undergraduate and graduate enrollment of 20,346 students at the University's five campus locations as of November 03, 2005. The undergraduate enrollment of 14,848 students are from 88 countries and 41 states. The 4,965 graduate school students are represented by students from 53 countries and 29 states. There are 1404 faculty members. There are roughly 140,000 St John's alumni. Standard and Poor's consistently ranks St. john's graduates among the the top universities in the nation with alumni who hold executive positions at Fortune 500 companies. '''There has been several claims of racism and prejudice on campus. The President of the school had made comments on the "culture" of the school that needed to be changed.'''


==Athletics== ==Athletics==
The University's 17 teams compete in Division 1-A and the ] conference. St. John's has programs in all of the following sports:


The University's 17 teams compete in Division 1-A and the ] conference.
Men's Sports
St John’s started its intercollegiate program in 1907 with its men’s basketball program. In the early days, the “Wonder Five” led that program to prominence.
It was around the 1920's that then-director of athletics and football coach Ray Lynch had his players wear red uniforms in games. The local media picked up on it, and dubbed the St. John’s athletic teams, the Red Men.
James “Buck” Freeman graduated from St. John’s in 1927, and was named men’s basketball coach, guiding that team for nine years and compiling a 177-31 record. During his time, he guided the famed St. John’s “Wonder Five” to an 88-8 record in his first four seasons and brought the University to national prominence.
It was however, during the tenure of Lou Carnesseca that St. John's enjoyed it's greatest success. In Coach Carnesseca's 24 seasons St.John's had a winning percentage of .725, advanced to the Final Four in 1985, had 18 seasons with 20 or more wins, 5 Big East regular season titles, as well as two Wooden Player of the Year Award winners.
St. John's is the 5th most successful program in college basketball history (1673 wins) and the 7th best winning percentage (.680) St. Johns has the 7th most NCAA tournament appearances with 27, two Wooden National Player of the Year Award Winners, 11 consensus All-Americans, 6 members of the Hall of Fame and has sent 59 players to the NBA.


The St. John's fencing program has also attained national prominence. In 2001 the team won the NCAA championship after finishing 2nd in 1995, 2000 and 2002. The team has ranked in the top five nationally the last 10 years. In addition to the team championship in 2001, eleven individuals have won NCAA championships for St. John's as well.
*Soccer
*Baseball
*Lacrosse
*Tennis
*Golf
*Fencing


In soccer St. John's has climbed to national prominence appearing in 12 straight NCAA tournaments advancing to the Sweet 16 in each of the last eight seasons and the Final Four on 3 occasions and winning a national title in 1996 the first for the University.
Women's Sports
*Basketball
*Soccer
*Softball
*Volleyball
*Tennis
*Track and Field
*Cross Country
*Golf
*Fencing


In baseball Walter McLaughlin took over as director of athletics during a time when the St. John’s baseball program established itself as one of the best in the country, reaching the College World Series in 1949, 1960, 1966 and 1968. In all St. John's baseball has been to 6 college World Series, 26 NCAA appearances, 5 Big East championships and has sent 70 players on to professional baseball careers.
'''Athletic History:'''


'''In and around 1992, members of the St. John's Lacrosse team summarily gang raped a black female student. As part of an agreement, one student pleaded guilty. '''
St John’s started its intercollegiate program in 1907 with its men’s basketball program. In the early days, the “Wonder Five” led that program to prominence.
The Helms Athletic Association recognized St. John's as National Champions in 1911 under coach Claude Allen. It was around the 1920's that then-director of athletics and football coach Ray Lynch had his players wear red uniforms in games. The local media picked up on it, and dubbed the St. John’s athletic teams, the Red Men.


'''During the 2004 basketball season, the team was plagued by allegations of misconduct, including a charge of gang rape against 3 players. Legal charges were dropped. One player was expelled, another "agreed" to withdraw, while a third was suspended. Some the players weren't dismissed from the school, but were removed from the team.'''
James “Buck” Freeman graduated from St. John’s in 1927, and was named men’s basketball coach, guiding that team for nine years and compiling a 177-31 record. During his time, he guided the famed St. John’s “Wonder Five” to an 88-8 record in his first four seasons and brought the University to national prominence. It was however, during the tenure of Lou Carnesseca that St. John's enjoyed its greatest success. In Coach Carnesseca's 24 seasons St. John's had a winning percentage of .725, advanced to the Final Four in 1985, had 18 seasons with 20 or more wins, won 5 Big East regular season titles, and had two Wooden Player of the Year Award winners.


==Campus Renovations==
'''St. John's Athletic Accomplishments:'''


There are 6 residence halls on the main Queens Campus. St. John's was recently named one of the Top 10 Wireless Universities in the nation. Summer 2004 saw $35 million in capital projects, including the completion of St. Thomas More church, the DaSilva academic building, Carnesecca Hall Fitness Center and Belson Stadium. In 2005 the science labs and student life facilites will be the target of an additional $60 million in capital enhancements.
*Basketball - St. John's is the 5th most successful program in college basketball history (1673 wins) and has the 7th best winning percentage (.680) St. Johns has the 7th most NCAA tournament appearances with 27, two Wooden National Player of the Year Award Winners, 11 consensus All-Americans, 6 members of the Hall of Fame and has sent 59 players to the NBA.

*Fencing - The St. John's fencing program has also attained national prominence. In 2001, the team won the NCAA championship after finishing 2nd in 1995, 2000 and 2002. The team has ranked in the top five nationally the last 10 years. In addition to the team championship in 2001, eleven individuals have won NCAA championships for St. John's.

*Soccer - St. John's has climbed to national prominence, appearing in 15 straight NCAA tournaments, advancing to the Sweet 16 in each of the last ten seasons, and the Final Four on 3 occasions. They have captured 11 ] Championships, including the 2006 season. St. John's won the national title in 1996, the first for the university.

*Baseball - Walter McLaughlin took over as director of athletics during a time when the St. John’s baseball program established itself as one of the best in the country, reaching the College World Series in 1949, 1960, 1966 and 1968. In all St. John's baseball has been to 6 college World Series, 26 NCAA appearances, 5 Big East championships and has sent 70 players on to professional baseball careers.

==Campus renovations==
The 2004-2005 academic years saw $35 million in capital projects, including the completion of St. Thomas More church, the DaSilva student dormitory, Carnesecca Hall Fitness Center and Belson Stadium. In 2005 the science labs and student life facilites were the target of an additional $60 million in capital enhancements.


St. John's University has recently constructed the Taffner Athletic Field House, a $23 million initiative. The two-story, 38,000 sq. ft. structure adjacent to Carnesecca Hall includes: St. John's University has recently constructed the Taffner Athletic Field House, a $23 million initiative. The two-story, 38,000 sq. ft. structure adjacent to Carnesecca Hall includes:
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*Additional audio/visual rooms for all varsity athletic teams. *Additional audio/visual rooms for all varsity athletic teams.
The current capital campaign has surpassed the $200 million mark prompting the Board of Trustees to increase the goal to $250 million. The current capital campaign has surpassed the $200 million mark prompting the Board of Trustees to increase the goal to $250 million.
'''Prospective athletes should be made aware of the on campus shooting of football player who was consequently left paralyzed. This was during the second year of the New Dorm's on campus on the Dormitory parking lot
'''



==Notable alumni==

*] - ]
==Further reading==
*''Hueppe, Frederick E., "The Radiant Light: a history of St. John's College presented in the Vincentian," 1955, (St. John's University Archives).''

*''Morris, Barbara L., "To Define A Catholic University: the 1965 Crisis at St. John's" (Ed.D. thesis, ] Teachers College, 1977)''

==Notable Alumni==
*] - Professional basketball player *] - Professional basketball player
*] - Inventor of first Money Market Fund *] - Inventor of first Money Market Fund
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*] - ] and Archbishop of Philadelphia *] - ] and Archbishop of Philadelphia
*] - ] ] *] - ] ]
*Brandon Campbell- Accountant
*] - ] *] - ]
*] - Legendary Men's Basketball Coach *] - Legendary Men's Basketball Coach
*] - Director of the ] *] - Director of the ]
*] - ]
*] - ]
*] - Former President and CEO, of the ] *] - Former President and CEO, of the ]
*] - ] *] - ]
*] - Governor of the ] ] *] - Governor of the ] ]
*] - Town Supervisor, ]
*] - Sportscaster *] - Sportscaster
*] - Professional baseball player *] - Professional baseball player
*] - Professional soccer player
*] - Professional soccer player
*] - Sports announcer
*] - Professional basketball player *] - Professional basketball player
*Tim Jones- Drummer for the Radical Sophists
*] - Professional soccer player *] - Professional soccer player
*] - Founder and CEO of Wall Street Access *] - Founder and CEO of Wall Street Access
*] - New York City police commissioner *] - New York City police commissioner
*Matt Maguire- CEO of 306 Construction, Foreman of the construction of the Trans-Atlantic Tunnel
*] - Co-founder of legendary hip-hop group ] *] - Co-founder of legendary hip-hop group ]
*] - Men's basketball coach and commentator *] - Men's basketball coach and commentator
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*] - Chairman of the ] *] - Chairman of the ]
*] - ] Congressman *] - ] Congressman
*] - star of ESPN's ]
*] - Professional basketball player *] - Professional basketball player
*] - Tony Award-winning Actor *] - Tony Award-winning Actor
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*] - Professional basketball player and Author *] - Professional basketball player and Author
*] - Professional basketball player and Author *] - Professional basketball player and Author
*] - Professional soccer player
*] - Professional baseball player

==Further reading==
*''Hueppe, Frederick E., "The Radiant Light: a history of St. John's College presented in the Vincentian," 1955, (St. John's University Archives).''

*''Morris, Barbara L., "To Define A Catholic University: the 1965 Crisis at St. John's" (Ed.D. thesis, ] Teachers College, 1977)''


== External links == == External links ==
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Revision as of 21:21, 15 December 2006

St. John's University is a private coeducational Roman Catholic university in New York City, with its primary campus being located in Jamaica, a neighborhood in the borough of Queens. It is known for its programs in the liberal arts, business, pharmacy, lack of engineering, lack of medical programs, and law.


St. John's University
St. John's University Coat of Arms
MottoEducatio Christiana Animae Perfectio (Christian Education Perfects the Soul)
TypePrivate
Established1870
PresidentRev. Donald J. Harrington
Academic staff1,404
Undergraduates14,848
Postgraduates4,965
LocationQueens, New York, USA
CampusUrban, 105-acre (425,000 m²) Queens campus
Athletics17 BIG EAST, Division I, NCAA teams
MascotRed Storm
Websitewww.stjohns.edu


St. John's University was founded in 1870, by the Vincentian Fathers of the Roman Catholic Church. It has an enrollment of over 19,000 students in its six schools and colleges. Bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs are conferred by the university and over 100 degree programs are offered through the St. John's College of Liberal Arts & Sciences, the Peter J. Tobin College of Business, the College of Pharmacy and Allied Health Professions, the College of Professional Studies, the School of Education, and the School of Law.

The main campus of St. John's University is an urban one. The campus is bordered by Union Turnpike to the north and Grand Central Parkway to the south. The university also has three residential New York City campuses in Queens, Lower Manhattan, Staten Island, as well as branch campuses in Oakdale and Rome, Italy.

St. John's University also houses several research centers and institutes. Among them are the Center for Psychological Services and Clinical Studies, the Speech and Hearing Center, the Committee on Latin American and Caribbean Studies, the Vincentian Center for Church and Society, and the Institute for Asian Studies. On campus shooting, There has been several claims of racism and prejudice on campus. The President of the school had made comments on the "culture" of the school that needed to be changed.

Tuition at the school has steadily risen from 9,000 in 1995 to 22,000 in 2006. With dorms the tuition is well over 34,000.

Demographics

St John's has a total student population both undergraduate and graduate enrollment of 20,346 students at the University's five campus locations as of November 03, 2005. The undergraduate enrollment of 14,848 students are from 88 countries and 41 states. The 4,965 graduate school students are represented by students from 53 countries and 29 states. There are 1404 faculty members. There are roughly 140,000 St John's alumni. Standard and Poor's consistently ranks St. john's graduates among the the top universities in the nation with alumni who hold executive positions at Fortune 500 companies. There has been several claims of racism and prejudice on campus. The President of the school had made comments on the "culture" of the school that needed to be changed.

Athletics

The University's 17 teams compete in Division 1-A and the Big East conference. St John’s started its intercollegiate program in 1907 with its men’s basketball program. In the early days, the “Wonder Five” led that program to prominence. It was around the 1920's that then-director of athletics and football coach Ray Lynch had his players wear red uniforms in games. The local media picked up on it, and dubbed the St. John’s athletic teams, the Red Men. James “Buck” Freeman graduated from St. John’s in 1927, and was named men’s basketball coach, guiding that team for nine years and compiling a 177-31 record. During his time, he guided the famed St. John’s “Wonder Five” to an 88-8 record in his first four seasons and brought the University to national prominence. It was however, during the tenure of Lou Carnesseca that St. John's enjoyed it's greatest success. In Coach Carnesseca's 24 seasons St.John's had a winning percentage of .725, advanced to the Final Four in 1985, had 18 seasons with 20 or more wins, 5 Big East regular season titles, as well as two Wooden Player of the Year Award winners. St. John's is the 5th most successful program in college basketball history (1673 wins) and the 7th best winning percentage (.680) St. Johns has the 7th most NCAA tournament appearances with 27, two Wooden National Player of the Year Award Winners, 11 consensus All-Americans, 6 members of the Hall of Fame and has sent 59 players to the NBA.

The St. John's fencing program has also attained national prominence. In 2001 the team won the NCAA championship after finishing 2nd in 1995, 2000 and 2002. The team has ranked in the top five nationally the last 10 years. In addition to the team championship in 2001, eleven individuals have won NCAA championships for St. John's as well.

In soccer St. John's has climbed to national prominence appearing in 12 straight NCAA tournaments advancing to the Sweet 16 in each of the last eight seasons and the Final Four on 3 occasions and winning a national title in 1996 the first for the University.

In baseball Walter McLaughlin took over as director of athletics during a time when the St. John’s baseball program established itself as one of the best in the country, reaching the College World Series in 1949, 1960, 1966 and 1968. In all St. John's baseball has been to 6 college World Series, 26 NCAA appearances, 5 Big East championships and has sent 70 players on to professional baseball careers.

In and around 1992, members of the St. John's Lacrosse team summarily gang raped a black female student. As part of an agreement, one student pleaded guilty.

During the 2004 basketball season, the team was plagued by allegations of misconduct, including a charge of gang rape against 3 players. Legal charges were dropped. One player was expelled, another "agreed" to withdraw, while a third was suspended. Some the players weren't dismissed from the school, but were removed from the team.

Campus Renovations

There are 6 residence halls on the main Queens Campus. St. John's was recently named one of the Top 10 Wireless Universities in the nation. Summer 2004 saw $35 million in capital projects, including the completion of St. Thomas More church, the DaSilva academic building, Carnesecca Hall Fitness Center and Belson Stadium. In 2005 the science labs and student life facilites will be the target of an additional $60 million in capital enhancements.

St. John's University has recently constructed the Taffner Athletic Field House, a $23 million initiative. The two-story, 38,000 sq. ft. structure adjacent to Carnesecca Hall includes:

  • Four full size basketball courts-two for Student Life, two for Varsity Basketball
  • Academic support classrooms and study space for student-athletes
  • Office and meeting space for recreation and intramural activities
  • Audio/visual rooms for all varsity athletic teams
  • Dedicated locker rooms for both student recreation and men's and women's basketball
  • New offices and meeting rooms for men's and women's basketball
  • Exclusive Sports Medicine and weight training facilities

Carnesecca Hall and University Center renovations include:

  • A 6400 sq. ft. Health Center in Carnesecca Hall, for use by Student Life and Athletics, including weight training equipment, aerobic and dance studios and a student lounge
  • Reconfigured office and meeting space for Student Life and Academic Clubs
  • Additional audio/visual rooms for all varsity athletic teams.

The current capital campaign has surpassed the $200 million mark prompting the Board of Trustees to increase the goal to $250 million. Prospective athletes should be made aware of the on campus shooting of football player who was consequently left paralyzed. This was during the second year of the New Dorm's on campus on the Dormitory parking lot


Further reading

  • Hueppe, Frederick E., "The Radiant Light: a history of St. John's College presented in the Vincentian," 1955, (St. John's University Archives).
  • Morris, Barbara L., "To Define A Catholic University: the 1965 Crisis at St. John's" (Ed.D. thesis, Columbia University Teachers College, 1977)

Notable Alumni

External links

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Men's soccer associate
Lacrosse associate
Field hockey associates
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