St. John's University, The Collins College of Professional Studies

High school students from across the NYC metro area visited St. John’s University for a Capture the Flag cybersecurity competition in St. Augustine Hall, taking on hands-on challenges in cryptography, forensics, and more.

After four hours of fast-paced problem solving and collaboration, Thomas Edison CTE High School teams swept the top three spots—an exciting day of learning, competition, and campus connection. 🏆💻

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St. John’s University has received a $250,000 endowed gift from Craig Newmark Philanthropies to establish a community-based cybersecurity clinic within The Lesley H. and William L. Collins College of Professional Studies’ Cyber Security Center of Academic Excellence. Based in Queens, NY, the clinic will provide cybersecurity services to small businesses, healthcare providers, and nonprofits while offering hands-on experiential learning opportunities for undergraduate Cyber Security Systems students. The initiative will allow students to gain real-world experience addressing cybersecurity challenges while supporting vulnerable community organizations. The University’s nationally recognized cybersecurity programs continue to earn distinction from organizations including the National Security Agency and the US Department of Homeland Security.

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📰 Dr. Elisabeth Fondren, Associate Professor of Journalism in the Division of Mass Communication, authored the entry on “War Correspondents,” now included in Encyclopedia Britannica, the oldest English-language general encyclopedia, as of this month. The entry explores the evolving role of journalists covering armed conflict, from frontline reporting and censorship to the impact of digital media and citizen journalism on war coverage today. 👏✨

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CCPS professor of mass communication and design, Dr. John DiMarco, recently completed an independent community education project that involved nearly two years of research to create a visual history book and educational website.

Dr. DiMarco personally designed and then donated public signage for the Native American archaeological fort site at Fort Massapeag. The signage includes a QR code that leads to an educational website chronicling Fort Neck in Massapequa, Long Island. School district and Town of Oyster Bay community leaders joined Dr. DiMarco at the historic event.

An inspiring afternoon at St. John’s University as we welcomed advertising and marketing pioneer Bob Greenberg, Founder and former Chairman of R/GA, for the fourth annual Ad Legend Series hosted by CCPS 🎓✨

With a 40-year career shaping iconic brands like IBM, Nike, the NBA, Samsung, Google, YouTube, and more, Mr. Greenberg shared powerful insights on creativity, innovation, and what it takes to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry.

The event also celebrated student excellence, with awards recognizing outstanding achievement in Advertising and Public Relations.

A true masterclass in leadership, creativity, and the future of the industry. 🚀

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After dominating the Big East Championships, our Marvel Rivals and League of Legends teams have officially qualified for the PlayVS (PCL) 2026 Spring Championship, taking place May 1–3 in Waco, Texas.

This national championship brings together the top collegiate esports programs in the country for a live, in-person (LAN) competition as part of CECC May Madness.

From Queens to the national stage, St. John’s is ready. Catch the action live on Twitch on the 1st and 2nd! (Link in bio)