Dear Faculty, Administrators and Staff,

I am pleased to share an update on the search for the Law School’s next dean.

Working with Korn Ferry, a leading executive search firm, Seton Hall will invite applications from qualified higher education leaders for the position of dean of the School of Law. The University is committed to recruiting a broadly diverse pool of candidates. It seeks a dynamic leader who embraces the responsibility for the ethical and professional development of students and is dedicated to the highest academic standards, personalized education and experiential learning.

In accordance with ABA guidelines and standards, the search committee for the next dean of the School of Law has been duly constituted as follows:

Michael Coenen
Faculty
School of Law
 
Paula Franzese, Co-Chair
Faculty
School of Law
 
Father Nicholas Gengaro
Member of the Priest Community
Chaplain at the School of Law
 
Edward Hartnett
Faculty
School of Law
 
Thomas Healy
Faculty
School of Law
 
Patrick Lyons
Non-Voting Administrator
Executive Vice President and Chief of Staff

Lori Nessel
Faculty
School of Law
 
Lynn Newsome
Former Chair, Board of Visitors
School of Law
 
Alexandra Pilla
Student
Student Bar Association, Vice President
 
Thomas Scrivo, Co-Chair
Chair, Board of Visitors
School of Law
 
Viswa Viswanathan
Faculty at Large
Stillman School of Business

I thank the committee members for volunteering to undertake this most critical assignment.

Information will follow regarding our progress, as well as opportunities for the School of law community to assist with the search.

Sincerely,

Katia

The 27th Petersheim Academic Exposition, "Share, Honor, Unite" will take place on Monday, April 24 – Friday, April 28, 2023. The Petersheim Planning Committee is pleased to announce that submissions for events hosted by faculty and other members of the University community are now being accepted. To submit an event, we ask that event organizers please complete the Petersheim Event Form.

We recommend that all organizers make arrangements for online or in-person event accommodations (rooms, virtual format, food, media support) in advance. If any questions arise or there is a need for assistance, feel free to contact the Petersheim Program Development Sub-Committee (cosimo.antonacci@shu.edu).

On Monday, January 30, the Office of the Provost and the TLT Center hosted a thought-provoking Impact Talk on "Digital Transformation: Closing the Digital Gap in Higher Education." The event showcased a panel of prominent industry leaders known for guiding organizations through cutting-edge technological initiatives. Through introductory talks by each panelist, and an engaging, audience-driven Q&A session, several key takeaways emerged. Watch the video and explore the takeaways. 

Join the Center for Sports Media on February 16 at 1 p.m. for this event featuring sports icon and equality champion Billie Jean King and sports industry leader Ilana Kloss. King and Kloss find economic opportunities for women in sports and challenge corporations and leagues to commit sponsorship funds equally. In "Equity, Influence and the Next Generation in Sports," King and Kloss will discuss future prospects in this space, including how name image and likeness might impact athletes and their own use of a platform and resources to lead in the area of generational change. Register to attend this event.

Undergraduate DataLab Student Proposal Accepted to National Data Conference
Junior Malik Redwood, a Computer Science major, had his workshop, "Python for Quantitative Methods," accepted for the Research Data Access and Preservation (RDAP) Conference in March 2023. Malik enrolled in the DataLab during the Fall 2022 semester, where he had the opportunity to receive weekly training from Data Specialist, Dr. Samah Alshrief, to analyze quantitative data using Python. This acceptance is an incredible accomplishment for an undergraduate student and a great representation of Seton Hall University’s commitment to fostering undergraduate research. RDAP Summit is a three-day national event for all who work toward management, access, and preservation of research data.

Love Data Week Starts February 13, University Libraries Hosts Data Workshops
Love Data Week is an international event about inspiring your community to use data to bring about changes that matter. University Libraries is sponsoring a series of workshops on data, covering topics range from Python for Quantitative Research, Data Discovery: Navigating ICPSR, PolicyMaps, & Statista, to Logistical Regression Modeling in Stata plus more. View and register for sessions.

The New Faculty Programs hub on the OIP website is now live containing many resources for faculty interested in proposing new faculty-led study abroad programs. This accompanies the new Faculty Abroad Resources page and After Program Wrap-Up page that went live earlier this semester. OIP will be adding a "Pre-Departure Process" hub next week. At that point, OIP will have a complete set of digital resources for faculty across the entire timeline from the moment they dream up a new study abroad program to when they return from their time abroad. If Faculty are interested in proposing a new study abroad program for 2024, they are encouraged to check out the New Faculty Programs hub and join the optional Study Abroad Faculty Learning Community which will have its next workshop (Building Your Itinerary) later this month. All these resources can be found through the Seton Hall's Study Abroad website which debuted last year under the For Faculty drop-down.

Faculty who are interested in proposing a new study abroad program for 2024 are encouraged to check out the New Faculty Programs hub and join the optional Study Abroad Faculty Learning Community which will have its next workshop (Building Your Itinerary) later this month. All these resources can be found through Seton Hall's Study Abroad website which debuted last year under the For Faculty drop-down in the navigation menu.

Reminder: Graduate Open House on Saturday, February 25
Seton Hall University will host its next Graduate Open House on Saturday, February 25 from noon – 3:30 p.m. The program is a wonderful opportunity for prospective students to connect with current graduate students, faculty members and staff to learn more about their program(s) of interest, as well as get answers to questions regarding the application and admissions processes. Early bird tours are expected at 11:30 a.m., while the formal program will begin with the general session in Bethany Hall at noon, a tabling session during which attendees can engage in conversation with representatives of any of the University’s more than 130 graduate degree and certificate programs. Following the general session, prospective students will have the opportunity to attend a variety of college- and program-specific breakout sessions. Critical students support services will be on hand, including University Libraries, career services and financial aid.

Given the essential role that the faculty plays in and out of the classroom as it influences student thinking and contributes to students’ important choices concerning graduate school, career direction, and vocation, the participation and support of all for this year’s program is, in advance, very much appreciated. Anyone who has questions pertaining to the upcoming Graduate Open House is welcome to reach out to Dr. Christopher Cuccia directly, or the Office of Graduate Affairs at shugrad@shu.edu.

Deadline for Submissions: Adobe's 2023 Data Science Research Awards
Submissions for Adobe's Data Science Research Awards are due Friday, February 10, 2023. With the goal of expanding theoretical and empirical developments to help solve problems in marketing, Adobe grants up to $50,000 in funding to a university's faculty research program focused on the use of data science in digital marketing. Review the submission guidelines. 

Hanover Research Webinar on NSF CAREER: Educational Activities & Broader Impacts
NSF CAREER represents a significant opportunity to support the early career activities of many pre-tenure researchers. Each year, the program grows in competitiveness, and with a limited number of submissions available to faculty, developing the most compelling narrative is essential.

During a webinar on Thursday, February 23, speakers from Hanover Research will focus on two critical elements of the NSF CAREER program – educational activities and broader impacts – sharing key tips and strategies for success. View more information and register.

Follow the CFD blog to find out about upcoming events and initiatives. We also welcome your suggestions for workshops, speakers, and other events.

Contemplative Practices Affinity GroupInterest Meeting
Feb. 15, 2:30 – 4 p.m.
JH, 6th Floor Library Room

Diversity Reading Group, After Whiteness: An Education in Belonging
Feb. 16, 4:30 - 5:30, in Teams

Fulbright Information Session
Feb. 28, 4 - 5 p.m., in Teams

Join the Digital Humanities Faculty Learning Community

SHU Meditates
Thursdays, 12:30 - 1 p.m., 1/26 through 5/4, in Teams

CFD Miscellany
Watch the recording from the Jan. 20 CFD workshop on AI/Text Modeling/ChatGPT; check the Events Calendar for future workshops on this topic.

Free teaching webinar on inclusive teaching frameworks featuring award-winning instructors Dr. Viji Sathy and Dr. Kelly Hogan, Friday, February 17 at 12 p.m. ET.

Teaching, Learning and Technology Roundtable (TLTR)
Be part of the conversation about the future of technology at Seton Hall University. Sponsored by the Office of the Provost and the Department of Information Technology, the TLTR is a consortium of faculty, administrators and students dedicated to helping the University navigate issues and topics related to the integration of technology to enhance teaching and learning.

Learn more and complete the TLTR interest form.

Understanding Gen Z Culture
Our youngest students are part of Generation Z, known both for their technological savvy and their unique perspective on the world.  Attend an interactive workshop on Monday, February 13 at 3 p.m. to take a deeper dive into the distinguishing characteristics of Gen Z, their relationship to technology, and their educational expectations and preferences. Participants will leave the workshop with several teaching methods and best practices for engaging Gen Z in the classroom.

Register for the Gen Z workshop.

Register for Strategic Plan Mini-Series Sessions, February 13 – 17, 2023 
As the University enters the third and final year of the implementation of its strategic plan, Harvest Our Treasures, members of the University Community will once again have an opportunity to receive updates on its progress and speak with members of the goal implementation teams during Approaching the Homestretch: A Spring 2023 Mini-Series on Harvest Our Treasures.

Throughout the week of February 13, goal-focused meetings will run each day, plus a session on Mission-related initiatives featuring status briefings and Q&A sessions with colleagues actively working on goal implementation. Learn more and register to attend.

2023 University Research Council Underway 
Information about the 2023 University Research Council application cycle continues to be available on the OGRS website and the University Research Council sub-page. It is recommended that prospective applicants review the program guidelines prior to commencing their preparations. The application deadline for Summer 2023 is Monday, February 20, 2023, at noon. Submissions must be emailed by the deadline to grantsoffice@shu.edu. Awards are expected to be announced by late-April, 2023. View some helpful reminders.

Call for Applications and Nominations: Director of Experiential Learning 
At the recommendation of the Strategic Plan implementation subcommittee on Experiential Learning (Goal 4.1), the Office of the Provost calls for nominations and applications from among the full-time faculty for a new position: Director of Experiential Learning. The Director of Experiential Learning will lead the expansion and promotion of Experiential Learning opportunities across the University. With administrative support, the Director will be responsible for meeting with academic programs to help create, implement, improve, and publicize academic experiential learning endeavors across the University. In these efforts, the Director will collaborate with the Center for Faculty Development, Office of International Programs, Office of Grants and Research Services, the Career Center, and members of the Colleges. The Director will report to the Interim Associate Provost for Undergraduate Education and Assessment, with whom they will draft a plan for a permanent Office of Experiential Learning.

This position will come with teaching release and a competitive stipend. Inquiries and/or nominations and applications, which should consist of a CV and cover letter highlighting qualifying experience and interest, should be sent to Dr. Jonathan Farina (jonathan.farina@shu.edu) by Tuesday, February 21, 2023, and should CC your department chairperson and dean.