Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee

Seton Hall continues to celebrate Women’s History Month with the following programs and events:

Ongoing events this month: Contemporary Spirituality in African Art (Walsh Gallery) and displays in the Campus Inclusion Center, UC 209. 

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Featured Events

International Women's Day - Women in Medicine
The International Council for Small Business (ICSB) hosts a webinar on International Women’s Day, March 8. The theme for 2024 (IWD 2024) is “Women in Medicine.” Panelists include Interim President Katia Passerini.

Strength From Within: Women of Faith
Come to the Campus Inclusion Center (UC 209) and be inspired by women of the past and present from different faith backgrounds. Special interactive activities will happen throughout the month such as guided meditation. Light refreshments provided for the opening week March 11, 12, 13 and 14. Exhibit will be up until Thursday, March 28.

Seton Values Summit: Faith and Work
On March 9, the Center for Catholic Studies along with RENEW International are pleased to offer an all-day summit on Faith and Work.  Open to adults in all professions and at any stage in their profession! Register here for the summit.

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SOMA Neighbors Connect
An event on March 7 hosted by the Community Coalition on Race Residential Committee which supports residential racial integration, diversity, and inclusion in South Orange and Maplewood.

A Reading with Roberto Carlos Garcia, Ysabel Gonzalez and Jaren Harel
The event takes place on Sunday, March 10, at 3 p.m., in The Skate House, Meadowland Park, South Orange (Corner of Mead St and Meadowbrook Ln).

Empowerher Music Series: The Kate Baker Trio
In celebration of Women’s History Month, savor the sounds and flavors of female talent coming together in harmony at female-owned & co-owned restaurants. This first event will be held on March 7.

A Black Maternal Health Panel Discission
Learn from stakeholders involved with Black Maternal Health who will share their perspectives, experiences, and recommendations for addressing this critical women’s health issue on March 9. 

Ramadan Moon Lighting Event
Celebrate the first night of Ramadan with friends and neighbors of Maplewood. 

Kate Zernike: Women’s History Month Author Talk
Local author Kate Zernike will discuss her book The Exceptions: Nancy Hopkins, MIT, and the Fight for Women in Science on March 12. 

Coming Soon – Feast of St. Patrick and Solemnity of St. Joseph

We are deeply concerned and saddened by the ongoing outbreaks of violence and loss of life at home and abroad. Our hearts and prayers go out to those affected.  

Please take time to review our campus resources: 

The DEI Committee is responsible for helping to cultivate and nurture a trusting and collaborative University community that educates and empowers all its members to advance equity, inclusion, and social justice on campus and in the wider world. Please fill out this form if you are interested in sharing events, initiatives, ideas, or looking to get involved.

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Rev. Dr. John J. Ranieri
Director, University Honors Program
Thomas and Ruth Sharkey Professor of Humanities
Professor of Philosophy

Monica Burnette, Ph.D.
Vice President of Student Services

Co-chairs, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee