Genesis Correa ’21, a first-generation college student and SEEK student, sees graduating from John Jay not only as an important milestone in her life, but also as a way of paying homage to her...

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...

Growing up in Panama City, Panama, Estefania Solis ’21 never foresaw herself working at a vaccination site during a global pandemic, but she did envision herself working for a federal agency or...

At 41 years old, Jannkarlos Vargas ’21 is accomplishing something no one in his family has ever accomplished—he’s earning his bachelor’s degree. The Island Park, Long Island local, majored in...

Graduating Honors student and Pinkerton Community Fellow Jesse Funtleyder ’21 perfectly embodies the spirit of public service. He’s selfless, generous with his time, and always willing to lend a...

Keiann Simon ’21, a Forensic Science major, PRISM graduating senior, and self-described “science nerd” is preparing to transform the forensic science practices of an entire nation. After spreading...

When Musarrat “Mus” Lamia ’21 looks back at her John Jay journey, she’s filled with pride for what she’s been able to accomplish. She’s an Honors Program student who’s been on the Dean’s list several...

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...

Marine Corps veteran and graduate student Michael Sabato ’21 never dreamt of graduating from college, but that all changed once he got to John Jay. “As a kid with dyslexia and ADHD, growing up and...

Linda M. Reynolds ’80 was the first African-American woman Chief Deputy Sheriff in the country, and throughout her career she’s witnessed the devastation that terrorism can inflict on a country...