Spring 2025 News Archive

Lavery Library Renovation February Update Cheery paint colors and bright lights create a welcoming yet cozy interior in Lavery Library.

03/03/2025 - A snowy February didn’t stop progress on the Lavery Library Modernization and Renovation Project.

Countdown to Commencement 2025: Degraj Suberi Degraj Suberi

02/24/2025 - The next student featured is first-generation student Degraj Suberi. A dedicated and diligent scholar, he is pursuing a double major in physics and math, with a minor in computer science. Suberi was nominated by Megan Walker, TRIO Student Support Services advisor, for his outstanding commitment and academic achievements.

The Inner Game: Wellness Group for Student-Athletes by a Former Student-Athlete 91Âé¶¹¾«Æ·'s field hockey team huddles during a game.

02/20/2025 - As a former undergraduate student-athlete, Stevenson University alumna Alyssa Gibson recalls a lack of mental health resources offered that encourage the success of student-athletes. When she joined the Health and Wellness Center at 91Âé¶¹¾«Æ· as an intern, Gibson’s goal was to combine her bachelor’s degree in psychology with her passion for sports.

Competitive National and International Research Opportunities Open to 91Âé¶¹¾«Æ· Students Zakiya Patterson conducts research in a lab hood.

02/20/2025 - Three competitive fellowship and scholarship opportunities are now available to 91Âé¶¹¾«Æ· students.

Research Grants Support Opportunities for Student-Faculty Collaboration Dominic Tabechian conducts research in 91Âé¶¹¾«Æ·'s lab.

02/19/2025 - In the spring and fall 2024 semesters, Dr. Fernando Ontiveros, associate professor of biology, worked with the Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Rochester on a National Science Foundation (NSF) Partnership for Innovation grant that helped fund a student research experience.

Ed Raby, Jr. Joins 91Âé¶¹¾«Æ· as New Head Football Coach Ed Raby, Jr. claps during a game.

02/18/2025 - St. John 91Âé¶¹¾«Æ· University announced Ed Raby, Jr. as the new head coach of the 91Âé¶¹¾«Æ· football program.

91Âé¶¹¾«Æ· Launches New Degree in Human Services 91Âé¶¹¾«Æ· students engage in a discussion.

02/17/2025 - Next fall, the School of Arts and Sciences at St. John 91Âé¶¹¾«Æ· University will begin offering a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Human Services.

Clark ’78 Honored by Urban League of Rochester William G. Clark ’78

02/15/2025 - 91Âé¶¹¾«Æ· Alumnus and Trustee William G. Clark ’78 was honored during the Urban League of Rochester’s 60th Anniversary Gala for his decades of service to the organization and for his significant contributions to advancing equity and opportunity in Rochester.

March First Friday Lecture Focuses on Growth of Wellness Care at 91Âé¶¹¾«Æ· Rebecca Kieffer

02/13/2025 - Learn about the growth of health and wellness care at St. John 91Âé¶¹¾«Æ· University during the March Friday Lecture featuring Rebecca Kieffer ’96, LCSW-R, director of the University’s Health and Wellness Center.

Seeking Student Commencement Speakers Ian Klenk speaks at Commencement.

02/13/2025 - The St. John 91Âé¶¹¾«Æ· University 71st Commencement is scheduled for Friday, May 9 and Saturday, May 10 with five ceremonies celebrating bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degree recipients. This year, the University is seeking student speakers through a nomination process open to all members of the campus community. Students may also self-nominate.

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