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The Independent Student Newspaper of St. John's University

The Torch
The Independent Student Newspaper of St. John's University

The Torch
Malak Kassem

Malak Kassem, News Editor

Malak Kassem is a third-year journalism student serving as the News Editor for the 2024-2025 academic year. She has previously been on the editorial board as Opinion Editor for the Fall 2023 semester. When she’s not writing for The Torch, Malak loves going for long walks and baking.

Malak can be reached at [email protected].

All content by Malak Kassem
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The Commuter School: An Opportunity for Local Integration

Malak Kassem, News Editor Emerita
April 28, 2025
Torch Photo / Malak Kassem

Tea Mania New York Opens On 164th Street

Malak Kassem, News Editor Emerita
April 12, 2025
Photo Courtesy / Mary Celeste Kearney

University of Notre Dame Researcher Gives Women’s History Month Lecture

Malak Kassem, News Editor
March 26, 2025
Torch Photo / Malak Kassem

Shalom Center for Conflict Resolution and Reconciliation Founder Speaks at St. John’s

Malak Kassem, News Editor
March 16, 2025
Torch Photo / Malak Kassem

St. John’s Pre-Dental Club Assists Students With Dental School Applications

Malak Kassem, News Editor
February 24, 2025
Photo Courtesy / YouTube Netflix

‘Mo’ Breaks Barriers and Builds Bridges

Malak Kassem, News Editor
February 20, 2025
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University Groups Put on 22nd Annual Lunar New Year Celebration

Malak Kassem, News Editor
February 2, 2025
Torch Photo / Sebastian Zelaya

Spring Activities Fair Showcases Student Organizations and Community Spaces

Malak Kassem, News Editor
January 29, 2025
A quote from a Sankofa Cinema Club poster on St. John’s campus. Torch Photo / Malak Kassem

Behind the Scenes at Sankofa Cinema Club

Malak Kassem, News Editor
January 27, 2025
Torch Photo / Malak Kassem

St. John’s Professor Offers Insight on Managing Drought Conditions

Malak Kassem, News Editor
December 16, 2024
Queens residents at an Astoria 99 cent store. Torch Photo/Malak Kassem

Keep Queens Queens: Developers, Take Note

Malak Kassem, News Editor
December 10, 2024
While the 2024 Winter Carnival is cancelled, the tree on the Great Lawn is still lit. Torch Photo / Isabella Athanasiou

A Look Into the 2024 Winter Carnival Cancellation

Malak Kassem and Isabella Athanasiou
December 9, 2024
Photo Courtesy of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA).

MTA Holds First Public Webinar on Congestion Pricing

Malak Kassem, News Editor
December 6, 2024
Photo Courtesy / Youtube The New York Times

Shawn McCreesh ’15 Shares His Journey to The New York Times

Malak Kassem, News Editor
November 22, 2024
Rachel Tashjian, José Criales-Unzueta, and Emma McLendon spoke at the Nov. 13 panel. Torch Photo / Malak Kassem

Fashion Studies Department Holds ‘State of the Industry’ Panel

Malak Kassem, News Editor
November 14, 2024
Torch Photo / YouTube CBS Mornings

Donald Trump Returns to the White House

Malak Kassem, News Editor
November 6, 2024
Torch Illustration / Megan Chapman

St. John’s Political Student Union Holds ‘Civil Conversation on the 2024 Presidential Election’

Malak Kassem, News Editor
November 5, 2024
Torch Photo / Sara Kiernan

We Surveyed 100 Johnnies Ahead of the Presidential Election. Here’s How They Responded.

Malak Kassem, News Editor
November 3, 2024
Torch Photo / Malak Kassem

Demanding the Fare Won’t Get You Anywhere

Malak Kassem, News Editor
October 30, 2024
Torch Photo / Malak Kassem

St. John’s Launches New Minor in Artificial Intelligence

Malak Kassem, News Editor
October 28, 2024
Pictured: Member of Neturei Karta International at the vigil before being escorted off campus by public safety Torch Photo / Malak Kassem

Students Hold Vigil For Palestine

Malak Kassem, News Editor
October 10, 2024
Board of Elections representatives James Groenier and James Tyler, sitting at their table in the D’Angelo Center. Torch Photo / Malak Kassem

St. John’s University Prepares for Election Season

Malak Kassem, News Editor
October 4, 2024
Torch Photo / Sara Kiernan

University Community Gathers to Celebrate Faculty-Published Book

Malak Kassem, News Editor
October 2, 2024
University officials, donors and staff join Rev. Brian Shanley in a symbolic dedication ceremony. Torch Photo / Malak Kassem

St. John’s Holds Official Dedication for St. Vincent Health Sciences Center

Malak Kassem, News Editor
September 19, 2024
Torch Photos / Malak Kassem, Sara Kiernan

SJU Invites Global Scholars for a Conversation Discussing the ‘Tyranny of Efficiency’

Malak Kassem, News Editor
September 16, 2024
SJU students and faculty walked through campus and held signs in protest of the on-campus Starbucks and Burger King. Torch Photo / Malak Kassem

St. John’s University Students and Faculty Rally In Solidarity With Palestine

Malak Kassem, News Editor
April 26, 2024
Torch Photo / Malak Kassem

Student Organizations Collaborate to Put On Earth Festival

Malak Kassem, News Editor
April 22, 2024
Torch Photo / Malak Kassem

University Balkan Club Hosts Dr. Fred Cocozzelli on “Western Perspective of the Balkans”

Malak Kassem, News Editor
April 17, 2024
Torch Photo / Isabella Athanasiou

Office of Residence Life Implements New Housing Selection Process With Mixed Student Reaction

Malak Kassem and Isabella Athanasiou
April 16, 2024
Torch Photo / Malak Kassem

Op-Ed: Arab American Heritage Month Is a Publicity Stunt

Malak Kassem, News Editor
April 12, 2024
Torch Photo / Sara Kiernan

Stormin’ Loud Committee Releases Initial Information For The End-Of-Year Festival

Malak Kassem, News Editor
April 11, 2024
Torch Photo / Malak Kassem

Silencing American Students Through Doxxing Is Unconstitutional

Malak Kassem, Opinion Editor
December 5, 2023
Manhattan's Flatiron Building. Torch Photo / Malak Kassem

Turning The Flatiron Building Into Condos Is The Easy Way Out

Malak Kassem, Opinion Editor
November 29, 2023
Torch Photo / Malak Kassem

Why Students Should Push Themselves to Be More Involved on Campus

Malak Kassem, Opinion Editor
November 15, 2023
Torch Photo / Dea Hoxha

Eric Adams’ New Robocop is a Sad, Yet Accurate, Reflection of His Priorities

Malak Kassem, Opinion Editor
October 24, 2023
Torch Photo / Sara Kiernan

St. John’s University’s Campus Positively Contributes to Student Experience

Malak Kassem, Opinion Editor
October 18, 2023
Photo Courtesy / Unsplash Michael Jin

Dear MTA: The Pennies Add Up

Malak Kassem, Opinion Editor
September 27, 2023
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