James S. Bethea
Associate Professor
St. John's University
James S. Bethea, Assistant Professor in The School of Education, St. John's University, Department of Human Services, is a 2005 Vincentian Research Fellow. His research interest is in critical success factors for disenfranchised youth. Professor Bethea is the creator of a special mentoring program for the students in the Brooklyn Bridge Program. He received his M.S. from Boston University and a Ph.D. from the University of Iowa.
Academic Background
- Ph.D., Counselor Education, University of Iowa
Research Interests
- Mentoring and the resilient behavior of disenfranchised youth
Affiliation with the Center
Senior Vincentian Research Fellow, Class of 2005"It is truly uplifting to be part of a group of dedicated colleagues whose individual contributions ultimately leads to the shared vision of enhancing the quality of life of the poor and marginalized."




