Dear Faculty, Administrators and Staff,

Fall is in full swing! I hope you are finding time to enjoy the activities unique to this season.

This Thursday, the Ruth Sharkey Academic Resource Center and campus partners will host its annual Trick-or-Treat Trail. Students will stop by various offices to collect stamps and candy along the way. For those that are participating, thank you – it's a wonderful opportunity to engage with our students and for them to learn about the resources and offices here to support them.

Another way we continue to support our students is by providing our faculty with resources to continue strengthening teaching practices.

Last year, Seton Hall expanded its partnership with ACUE giving faculty access to ACUE Commons, a professional learning community that offers practical and concise development opportunities. Teaching is always evolving, so it's an easy way to stay connected to new ideas, strategies, and conversations in higher education. The Commons includes Quick Study courses on topics like AI and Deliberative Dialogue as well as expert-led events. This platform is designed to help strengthen and refresh your teaching toolkit without a lengthy time commitment.

We encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity. Please look for an invitation from support@acue.org to activate your account and join the ACUE Commons virtual teaching community. If you would like to request access, please complete this form.

Lastly, I'd like to highlight that next Tuesday is Election Day. As educators and leaders, participating in the democratic process helps shape a future in which we all play a role. Let us all take this opportunity to contribute to our communities and our nation by voting.

Sincerely,
Erik

Deadline Extended to November 25
Student researchers from all undergraduate programs and disciplines are eligible to apply. Please encourage your students to complete a brief application explaining their research by the new deadline. To be selected, applicants must have prior research presentation experience at internal and/or external venues and a written statement of commitment from their mentor. Priority will be given to projects that demonstrate research excellence at Seton Hall. Selected students will be supported for overnight travel to present their research at Madison Square Garden on Saturday, March 13, 2027. Encourage students to apply.

On Veterans Day (Wednesday, November 11), Seton Hall will be hosting various activities centered around honoring military veterans. Whether you are a military veteran yourself, know someone who is a military veteran, or would like to participate in the celebration of honoring the veteran community, you’re invited to attend. Learn more about the ceremony, keynote speaker and Veteran Voices panel happening that day.

Thursday, October 29 at 4 p.m. in the University Center, Event Lounge
Faculty are invited to a presentation and workshop led by Anna Bonta Moreland, Ph.D., Anne Quinn Welsh Endowed Chair and director of the University Honors Program at Villanova University. Moreland will reflect upon transformational teaching aimed at infusing character development in undergraduate curricula and programming in ways that align with Catholic mission, context and culture. Specifically, she will explore the Pilgrim Virtues, referring to the five foundational qualities inspired by the teachings of St. Augustine: humility, forgiveness, patience, wonder and conviviality. Please register to attend.

Office of International Programs (OIP), in collaboration with the Division of Volunteer Efforts (DOVE), is launching our Winter Gear Collection Drive to support Seton Hall community members who may be experiencing their first winter in the New Jersey area, as well as anyone who may be in need of winter gear. Drop-off locations are:

Donations can be dropped off during office hours from 8:45 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. Please ensure that all items are clean, in good condition and wearable. Read more.

Tabloid City: Newspapers and The History of New York Presentation

The University Libraries is proud to host faculty member, Matthew Pressman, Ph.D., associate professor of journalism, who will be discussing his newly released book, The People's Paper: The Rise & Fall of the New York Daily News. The program will be moderated by Sara Fieldston, Ph.D., associate professor of history. “Tabloid City: Newspapers and the History of New York" will take place in the Common Area located on the Second Floor of Walsh Library from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Tuesday, November 10.

For more information about the presentation, contact Professor Gerry Shea, Communications Librarian at gerard.shea@shu.edu.

Professor David Calianese Awarded $100,000 Grant

Assistant Professor David Calianese, Ph.D., in the Department of Biological Sciences within the College of Arts and Sciences, has earned a $100,000 grant from the New Jersey Commission on Cancer Research (NJCCR) for his project, “Investigating Phosphatidylserine Externalization on Activated Immune Cells for Novel Immunotherapy Approaches.” Read more about his research.

Follow the CFD blog for more upcoming events and initiatives. We also welcome your suggestions for workshops and speakers, as well as requests for co-sponsorship of faculty-oriented events.

Panel on Pope Leo’s ‘Magnifica Humanitas’ (University Core)
October 29, 2 - 3:15 p.m., Schwartz Hall, Room 102

Inclusivity Reading Group: The Butterfly Mosque: A Young American Woman's Journey to Love and Islam
November 6, 9:30 - 10:30 a.m., in Teams

Wuhan Scholar Presentation
November 6, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m., in Teams
Alan Brill, Ph.D., professor of Religion, will present his teaching and research at Wuhan University in the summer of 2026. This will also be an opportunity to learn about the Wuhan Exchange Program and how to apply.

SHU Meditates
Every Thursday, Through December 10, 12:30 – 1 p.m., in Teams

Faculty Lunch Time Meetups
October 28, 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
Faculty section of the Pirate Dining Room

Podcast: Faculty Matters

Videos

Have you missed a CFD event? If so, you can find recordings here.

Upcoming Workshops 

Explore AI for Higher Education Productivity 
Join Adobe's Generation AI webinar on Wednesday, November 4, at 11 a.m. to learn how AI can streamline workflows, reduce repetitive tasks and improve productivity in higher education. Register for the webinar. 

Invite Guest Speakers with Microsoft Teams 
Bring guest speakers into your classroom remotely using Microsoft Teams. External guests can join meetings without a Seton Hall account, giving students access to experts beyond the University. Learn how to invite a guest speaker. 

Set Up Weighted Assignment Groups in Canvas 
Use weighted assignment groups in Canvas to assign different percentages of the final grade to homework, quizzes or exams. Canvas automatically calculates grades based on the weights you set. Learn how to create weighted assignment groups.

Looking Ahead: Upcoming Events

Sabbatical Workflow Department Faculty Step Due November 1
The sabbatical leave workflow has been opened and is available in Faculty Success. The faculty step was due October 1. The next step in the workflow will be the Department Faculty step, which is due on November 1. All department committee members will receive an email from Faculty Success with a direct link to view the application materials. All chairs and acting chairs have been contacted regarding their role in this step.

Questions regarding the sabbatical application process may be directed to Kaerielle Larsen in the Office of the Provost.

AIM Instructor Portal Now Available Through PirateNet
A new chiclet is now available on PirateNet to provide faculty with streamlined access to the AIM Instructor Portal for students registered with Disability Support Services (DSS). The new chiclet links directly to the Instructor Portal, which can also be accessed through this direct link. If you have any questions at any time during the semester, please contact DSS at dss@shu.edu. DSS staff are happy to assist.

Help Us Encourage Student Participation in the Student Satisfaction Survey
The Student Satisfaction Survey, administered by Hanover Research, is open through November 24. Please encourage all students on all campuses to participate and share their honest feedback.

Every response helps shape the Seton Hall student experience!