New York, NY - Twenty-five years later, the memories remain. On September 11, 2001, New York City and the nation were forever changed. For those who experienced that day, the memories of where they were, what they saw and how they felt have remained with them for a quarter-century. 

To commemorate the 25th anniversary of September 11, John Jay College President Karol Mason and members of the John Jay Athletics staff reflected on where they were when they first learned of the attacks and the moments that have stayed with them ever since. Their stories offer different perspectives but share a common thread: the shock and uncertainty of that morning, the lives lost, the courage of first responders and the extraordinary way New Yorkers came together in the days and months that followed.

 

For John Jay, a college built around the pursuit of justice and service to others, those reflections carry special meaning. Members of the John Jay community have long dedicated their lives and careers to public service, making the legacy of September 11 deeply personal across the College. 

Twenty-five years later, a new generation of Bloodhounds may know September 11 primarily through history books, photographs and stories passed down by others. Sharing these firsthand memories helps ensure that the people, sacrifice, heroism and humanity of that day are never forgotten.

We remember where we were. We remember those we lost. We remember those who answered the call.

Twenty-five years later, John Jay Athletics will never forget.