Dear Faculty, Administrators and Staff,

As we embark on a new academic year, I extend a warm welcome to everyone. Let us approach this new chapter with optimism, enthusiasm and a deep commitment to the impact we have in shaping the Great Minds that fill our university. This year, Academic Affairs will be focused on advancing academics at our university under the guiding theme: Explore, Engage, Excel.

Explore new programs, partnerships and revenue streams
Engage with our mission and the broader community
Excel in teaching, scholarly research, grants, and service

We have envisioned yearly objectives across Academic Affairs to support the achievement of aspirations that we hope will elevate and support the University in completing its next strategic plan and preparing for our incredible journey forward guided by our new President, Monsignor Joseph R. Reilly.

Among the many exciting initiatives this year, I would like to highlight the Impact Talks Speaker Series. The first event of the year will take place on Thursday, September 26, at 2 p.m. in Bethany Hall, featuring our first Fulbright-Italy Seton Hall Research Lectureship program recipient, Professor Giovanni Schiuma. 

His talk, Innovating Beyond Code: The Essential Role of Arts as Aesthetic Technologies, promises to be a timely and insightful discussion. I encourage you to attend and welcome Professor Schiuma to our University. Please visit the Impact Talks page to register and for more information.

I wish you all a productive and fulfilling semester! 

Sincerely,
Katia

The Seton Hall Mobile app is designed to enrich the campus experience for current students, faculty, staff, parents, families, alumni, visitors and more. The app is now available for download on both Apple and Android devices, providing a seamless and interactive platform to access a wide range of university services and resources, including academic tools, news and events, dining services and a personalized dashboard. Learn more about the mobile app to get started.

Join the Provost Office throughout the semester for our weekly team lunches on Thursday from 12-1 p.m. at the University Center Galleon room. We look forward to seeing you there!

Registration for the Effective Teaching Practices course ends this week on Friday, August 30. This course is offered by the Association of College and University Educator (ACUE) and provides faculty with a professional development opportunity to advance their teaching practices. Only nine slots remain for the 2024-25 cohort! Learn more about this program and APPLY NOW to participate.

Friday, September 13, 2024, 1-3 p.m., Jubilee Hall Atrium
All faculty and academic administrators are invited to the 3rd annual Humanities Colloquium featuring Jessica Hooten Wilson, Ph.D. acclaimed author, speaker and Fletcher Jones Chair of Great Books at Pepperdine University. The discussion will focus on the invaluable role of liberal arts faculty and the impact of the humanities across all disciplines and careers. This event is free of charge and includes lunch. The first 25 faculty members to register will receive a free copy of Hooten Wilson’s book, Reading for the Love of God. Find out more and register. 

As the new semester begins, please help spread the word about the valuable support available to graduate students through Research Data Services by sharing the following message with your students.

Whether you're just beginning your graduate journey or returning for another year, Research Data Services is excited to support you every step of the way. We understand that conducting research and data analysis can sometimes feel overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be. Research Data Services at Walsh Library's is here to ensure that your research experience is as smooth and stress-free as possible.

Research Data Services offers a wide range of comprehensive workshops and software training sessions covering both quantitative and qualitative research methods. Additionally, we provide personalized, one-on-one consultations to assist you with every aspect of your research project from finding the right resources and articles for your literature review to data collection, analysis, and interpreting your results. Research Data Services should be one of your main stops during your time in graduate school. Be sure to check out the list of our upcoming classes and take advantage of the support available to you.

The Sponsored Programs Calendar is a wide-ranging schedule of programs and opportunities across the entire curricula and activities of the university. Numerous programs to support students and internships are included as well. Review the weekly Hanover Grants Digest.

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

Adjunct Information Session, Friday, Aug. 30, 9:30 - 11 a.m., in Teams

New ID:
Has your ID card been updated? If not, schedule an appointment with the ID office in Duffy Hall. An updated ID is needed for access to UC 201, the Faculty Lounge, among other campus spaces.

Calls for Participants

University Teaching Fellows (Program (deadline extended)

Seminar on Contemplative Pedagogy and AI

Mission Partners Program, 2024-25 (deadline extended)

Resources for Teaching and Learning

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

Faculty Innovation Grant Virtual Showcase Series
The TLTC is hosting a virtual series to spotlight the 2023-2024 Faculty Innovation Grant (FIG) recipients. This series will showcase innovative approaches to integrating technology into the curriculum and assessing its impact on student outcomes. Sessions are held once a month on Wednesdays via Teams from 12 - 1 p.m. View the Faculty Innovation Grant Showcase schedule. 

Online/Hybrid Course Development Initiative
Seton Hall has implemented several quality assurance processes to support faculty in developing and facilitating online and hybrid courses and programs. Faculty interested in offering their course online next fall must submit a course development proposal by October 15, 2024. Learn more about Online/Hybrid Course Development.

Streamline Grading with Gradescope
Thursday, Sep. 12, 12-1 p.m., Online
Save significant time grading on-paper/handwritten exams, homework, and various assignments with Gradescope. Register for this demonstration to learn how Gradescope enables you to administer existing assessments, grade them individually or in collaboration with TAs, manage regrade requests, and more!

TLTC Open Labs
Join an upcoming Open Lab in Space154 for on-demand support with teaching and learning technologies like Canvas, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft tools. Located on the ground floor of Walsh Library, Space154 offers a collaborative space with advanced digital creation tools. Open Labs for faculty are held every Friday in August and September from 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. View all upcoming Open Labs.

2024-25 Academies and Idea Hall Applications Due September 13
Apply for the Academies and Idea Hall programs to receive 1-2 years of seed funding to jumpstart new and innovative ideas. The Academies support faculty in developing interdisciplinary curricula and scholarship aligned with university goals, while Idea Hall funds staff collaborations across divisions. Visit our Innovation Hub for more details, or contact Sona Patel at innovation@shu.edu if you have any questions or would like to consult about your application.  

RSVP for Faculty Convocation on Friday, September 20
Each year, the University welcomes its new faculty and recognizes faculty being honored for promotions and tenure. This year, Faculty Convocation will take place on Friday, September 20 at 4 p.m. in the University Center’s Event Room. A reception will follow immediately afterward in Bethany Hall. If you haven’t already, please RSVP using this form and save the date on your calendar.