Elayne (Allen) Schwalbach, editor for Public Discourse, discusses the phenomenon of loneliness in a world more apparently connected than ever, and how her experience as a John Jay Fellow taught her the importance of building community around shared values.

As a full-time wife and mom and Director of Publications for the Federalist Society, Katie (Geleris) McClendon, Fall 2011 John Jay alumae, works tirelessly to balance work and family, using what she learned at the John Jay Institute to ground her.

Ashley Bergfield left her experience at the John Jay Institute with a deeper appreciation of the daily need for prayer, reflection, and quiet. Her mission today requires this same inner strength and reliance on her creator.  

Mother, journalist and influencer, John Jay alum Kiley Crossland is quietly leading hot-button conversations from behind the keyboard in Denver, Colorado.

Juraj Seliga is taking to the streets to bring about change in a nation and tear down a longstanding culture of corruption.

With a nod to the past, an eye on the future, and a passion for serving the present day, Bethany is working daily to facilitate justice as Judicial Law Clerk for the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals.

Tyler Castle is a passionate advocate for the nexus of a robust Christian faith, an educated leadership, and the cultivation of healthy communities.

From her office in the Rockies, Brittany is empowering parents all over the nation to lead their children along the paths of an education that recognizes the True, Good, and Beautiful. 

In Asia, Abraham Lee is having a global impact by putting into practice the principles of leadership and mentorship that he learned at the Witherspoon Institute.

Engaging how the big questions impact the world turned an aspiring politico into a passionate filmmaker.

Lara Barger ‘11 is building the next generation of political mobilization online.

Helping educate others in the private and public implications of orthodox Christian faith.

Driving civic activism and policy changes in Tennessee.

Guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

Pursuing theological studies at Yale.

Connecting philanthropists with causes they are passionate about.

Strategically engaging the built environment to make neighborhoods flourish.

Advising on detainee operations in Afghanistan.

Tracking the 2016 election with an eye to next-gen policies.

A Princeton postdoctoral fellow is developing the groundwork for international religious freedom...even in the Middle East.

Producing award-winning films and media.

Empowering high school students to get an associates' degree by the time they graduate.

Expanding school choice in Florida through legislation.

Helping sailors and Marines strive for greatness.

Using policy in Georgia to help people achieve their potential.