Alumna Nakia Greene ’18 Reflects on Her Journey to Academic Excellence and a Career with the Institute for Justice and Opportunity

John Jay CUNY EDGE alumna Nakia Greene’s ’18 story is one of resiliency, determination, and academic excellence. As a single mom, a domestic violence survivor, and a first-generation college student...

Stop Asian Hate: Amy Lam ’23 Speaks Out Against Anti-Asian Attacks

In the midst of a global pandemic, our country has seen a disturbingly sharp rise in anti-Asian attacks, harassment, and rhetoric. As President Karol V. Mason pointed out in her letter to the John...

Academic Excellence: Clinton Global Initiative Winner Liz Torres ’22 Examines the Power of Listening

In order to successfully navigate our rapidly changing world, it’s paramount that students seek to achieve academic excellence throughout their journey at John Jay College. The students featured in...

Support Spotlight: CUNY EDGE Gives Students the Support and Tools Needed to Succeed in Life

The CUNY EDGE (Educate, Develop, Graduate, and Empower) program at John Jay is uniquely positioned to uplift students facing some of life’s most difficult challenges. The program, funded and operated...

Academic Excellence: Clinton Global Initiative Winner Tige Anderson ’22 Looks Forward to Conducting Research That Fosters Empathy in Children

John Jay Faculty and Alumni Recount Their Connections with New York State Attorney General Letitia James

Letitia “Tish” James, the 67th Attorney General for the State of New York, is no stranger to John Jay, she’s visited often, and positively impacted members of our community. James, the first woman to...

An Immigrant Story: Lorena Diaz-Germes ’21 Finds Support and her Purpose at John Jay

At John Jay College, we know that our diversity is our strength. A vital component of that diversity comes from our proud immigrant community. Over 30 percent of the John Jay student population...

Dean of Graduate Studies, Elsa-Sofia Morote, Ed.D., Ph.D., Advocates for Student Accessibility to Higher Education

Six months ago, Professor Elsa-Sofia Morote, Ed.D., Ph.D. joined John Jay as our new Dean of Graduate Studies. She brought with her a passion for empowering and elevating underrepresented communities...

Benjamin Bierman, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Music, Gets a Resounding Signal From His Students That His Online Curriculum Supports Their Success

When Benjamin Bierman, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Music and Chair of the Art & Music Department , saw his Fall 2020 student evaluation comments, he was particularly proud of what the students...

Research on the Rise: Science Professor Elise Champeil, Ph.D. Works with Students and Faculty to Advance Cancer Treatment Possibilities

“Research sits at the core of our mission to educate for justice,” says President Karol V. Mason. The remarkable research that our esteemed faculty, students, and alumni perform directly impacts our...

Students, Faculty, and Staff Recognize John Jay College Heroines in Celebration of Women’s History Month

In honor of Women’s History Month, members of our community have taken the time to recognize some very special “John Jay Heroines” among us. These talented women inspire us every day through their...

John Jay Partners with Spectrum News NY1, WNYC, the Gothamist and other Leading Organizations to Host Live Televised Debates for New York City's 2021 Elections

March 11, 2021 – NYC Votes today announced the broadcast sponsors and schedule for the 2021 citywide Debate Program. Spectrum News NY1, WABC-TV, and WNBC-TV will each air live mayoral and comptroller...

Behind the Badge: Patricia MacDonald ’20 Deputy Inspector, Intelligence Bureau

Since its inception, John Jay College has been an institution proud to educate public safety leaders in law enforcement, fire suppression, and emergency medical services. Every day, these brave...

Anthropology Professor Alisse Waterston Urges Readers to Envision an Alternative World in Her Graphic Book Light in Dark Times

When Anthropology Professor Alisse Waterston, Ph.D., one of the founders of the Vera Fellows Program , was the President of the American Anthropological Association, she was tasked with the...

Associate Professor Frank Pezzella Aims to Increase Accountability on Hate Crime Reporting

There’s no denying that during the last five years the United States has experienced a rise in hate crimes—an increase confirmed by Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) data collection, media...

The Power of Internships: By Interning with Safe Passage Project and Justice Francois Rivera, Maribel Susano ’20 Sets Her Sights on a Law Career

When alumna Maribel Susano ’20 came to John Jay College, she knew she wanted to study the law, but she was unsure of what path in the legal profession she should take. Then she interned at the...

The Power of Internships: Elisa Mateo-Saja ’21 Moves Closer to Her Elected Official Dreams Interning with New York State Senator Robert Jackson

Political Science major and Macaulay Honors student, Elisa Mateo-Saja’s ’21 dream of working in a political office came true last spring when she interned for New York State Senator Robert Jackson. “...

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