The Torch – The Independent Student Newspaper of St. John's …
The Independent Student Newspaper of St. John's University. Actress and singer Reneé Rapp went on the "Call Her Daddy" podcast in March 2023 to discuss her exit from the hit show “The Sex Lives...
St. John’s Ticket Policy Changes Amid NIL Challenges and Arena …
1 day ago · As college athletics continue to evolve in the Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) era, the St. John’s basketball program has revamped its season ticket process. In an email sent to season ticket holders on Jan. 21, first-year athletic director Ed Kull introduced a new “Priority Points System.” The program will reseat season ticket holders based...
Kadary Richmond is the Answer – The Torch
3 days ago · Prudential Stadium erupted every time Kadary Richmond touched the ball during a Jan. 18 meeting between St. John’s and the Seton Hall Pirates. Richmond is used to a thunderous reception in this arena, but the Seton Hall faithful berated the former Pirate with a sea of boos and vitriol all night. This homecoming for Richmond...
No. 12 St. John’s Upsets No. 11 Marquette at The Garden
2 days ago · A historic season in Queens continues to build. The naysayers were put to rest on Tuesday night at Madison Square Garden. Rick Pitino and No.12 St. John’s secured sole possession of first place atop the Big East with a 70-64 win over No. 11 Marquette. Kadary Richmond continued his recent tear, leading the Johnnies with...
Women’s Basketball Rallies for Second Straight Win
3 days ago · St. John’s bested Xavier 55-44 in a Big East matchup in Carnesseca Arena on Feb. 2. Both teams sported Black Fives “Pioneers of Change” warm-up jerseys to honor the legacy of African Americans in basketball for Black History Month. The Johnnies aimed to put together some wins after a challenging string of games in January....
NYPD Investigates Swastikas Drawn in Snow on St. John’s …
3 days ago · The New York City Police Department (NYPD) is investigating an incident at St. John’s University where two men drew swastikas in the snow. The incident occurred on Jan. 24 at approximately 5:15 p.m., according to the NYPD’s Deputy Commissioner of Public Information (DCPI). Following the act, “The individuals then fled on foot in an unknown...
Grammy Predictions: Who Will Win the Night? – The Torch
6 days ago · The start of February brings one of the biggest nights of award season: The Grammys. Airing on Feb. 2, this year’s nominees consist of many of the usual returning artists, with some new names being thrown in the mix. With the repetition of many artists, the winners seem to remain quite predictable, with some viewers...
Full Issues - The Torch
Click the links below to access full issues of the Torch in PDF format: 102nd Editorial Board: 🔥The Torch 102:07 — Nov. 13 Full Issue 🔥The Torch 102:05 — Oct. 8 Full Issue 🔥The Torch 102:04 — Sept. 25 Full Issue 🔥 The Torch 102:02—March 2024 Issue (4/17/24) The Torch 102:01—SGi Elections & Solar Eclipse...
St. John’s Basketball Enters AP Top-25 Poll – The Torch
Nov 11, 2024 · St. John’s Men’s Basketball is back in the national spotlight after five years, achieving a No. 22 ranking in the AP Top 25 Men’s Basketball Poll on Nov. 11. The team earned this spot with 178 points, highlighting their early-season promise. The Red Storm entered the rankings following a powerful season debut that saw two...
St. John’s Professor Offers Insight on Managing Drought Conditions
Dec 16, 2024 · New York City officially declared a drought warning on Nov. 19, the first issued warning since 2002. It escalated from drought watch to warning in less than two weeks. Reservoir levels usually hovered around 79%, but levels were as low as 60% this past month. While the city and neighboring region are seeing up to...