Dear Faculty, Administrators and Staff,

As announced on Monday in a joint message from Cardinal Joseph Tobin and President Joseph E. Nyre, I am pleased to inform you of the appointment of Monsignor Gerard McCarren, S.T.D. as Rector and Dean of Immaculate Conception Seminary School of Theology following a national search.

Please join me in congratulating Monsignor McCarren on this new appointment, and I invite you to read the full announcement.

Sincerely,

Katia

Congratulations to Professors Larry Greene, Ph.D. and Alan Delozier, D.Litt., whose book chapter, “Two African American Journalists Confront World War II: Perspectives on Nationalism, Racism, and Identity,” was recently published in the volume, Reporting World War II, The Global, Human, and Ethical Dimension. Read more about the book.

Inspired by the Vatican’s “Sport for All” summit, “Spirituality and Inclusivity in Sports: Building Bridges, Not Barriers” will explore how religion and spirituality can inform sport practices on Wednesday, March 29 at 12:30 p.m. Save your seat for this virtual event.

Dermot Quinn, D.Phil., professor of history and Seton Hall’s resident seanchaí, will share some highlights of the long and storied history of the contributions of Irish-born and Irish-American standouts at Seton Hall on Friday, March 31 at 1 p.m. in Duffy Hall, Room 61. Learn more and register.

Taking place Friday, April 14, the 10th annual Irish Mass and Reception provides an opportunity to gather and pray together, hear and participate in Mass using the Irish language, and celebrate Irish culture. The Irish Mass will take place at 3 p.m. in the Chapel of the Immaculate Conception, with a reception following Mass. Register by Wednesday, April 5.

Research Help Workshops
The University Libraries team will host three workshops for students in English 1201, English 1202 and Business Writing classes, who can meet with librarian and receive research help. Please let your student know of these opportunities, and encourage them to stop by.

Archives Spotlight: Bishop Joseph A. Francis Papers
The Bishop Joseph A. Francis papers are a great primary resource for students and faculty. Bishop Francis was the first Black bishop in the Archdiocese, and the fourth Black bishop in the country. He wrote extensively on race and Catholicism, including an influential pastoral letter on racism "Brothers and Sisters to Us." Visit the Collection Overview to learn more about, or contact archives@shu.edu.

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

Notice: Access to the University Lounge
The University Lounge, UC 201 (formerly the University Club), on the second floor of the University Center, is available for use by faculty, staff, and administrators. This community space is not available to be reserved; rather, it is a space to gather informally, to relax, and to connect with colleagues. For the time being, while ID access is being addressed, if you want to use the space, please stop by the main desk in the U Center lobby and the person on duty will admit you.

SHU Meditates 
March 30, 12:30 - 1:00, in Teams

Diversity Film Series: Bringing Assad to Justice
March 30, 6:30 - 8:30 (doors open at 6:15)
Schwartz Hall 113

Brown Bag Lunch
April 3, 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
University Lounge, Rm. 201, U Center

Using Social Media to Promote Research and Network
April 3, 3:30 - 4:30

Mission Mentors Program 2023-24 CFP - Due April 15

Last Chance to Submit Your Feedback
TLTR's Mobile Computing Committee created a survey to gather information about technology use by Seton Hall faculty. The survey aims to understand the University's evolving needs and guide future technological initiatives, policies, and practices. Only faculty with teaching responsibilities should respond, and those who do will be entered into a raffle to win Apple AirPods. The survey ends April 5. Complete the faculty survey.

Enhance Digital Literacy Skills through a Digital Identity Assignment
As virtual worlds become more prevalent, teaching students to present themselves well online is crucial. Attend the April 4th workshop to learn how Adobe Portfolio can help students collect, organize, and share their work as an online portfolio. Available both in-person and virtually. Attend this Digital Identity workshop.

Petersheim Academic Exposition 2023 Abstract Submissions, Due March 31
Abstract submissions for the 27th Petersheim Academic Exposition, "Share, Honor, Unite" are being accepted through Friday, March 31. Faculty and students are encouraged to submit their work and participate in this annual celebration of scholastic accomplishments of the University community. Learn more about the Expo, which will take place April 24 – 28.

Faculty and other members of the University community who are interested in hosting events as part of the Expo are also welcome to submit their events through the Petersheim Event Form.

Registration Now Available: Conference on Women and Gender
Seton Hall’s annual Conference on Women and Gender will take place on Friday, March 31, 2023 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Seton Hall University's South Orange campus. It is free to attend, but registration is encouraged; registration is required for those interested in the free luncheon.

The conference will feature many panels from a wide variety of disciplines on the study of women and gender. We hope that you will support this significant academic event by attending and sharing the registration link with your students. This is a unique opportunity for students, faculty, and staff from across disciplines and Colleges to engage intellectually outside the classroom. Register and learn more.

Apply for The Mission Mentors Program, 2023-24
The Provost's Office, Mission and Ministry, Board Affairs and University Strategy, and other university centers and committees are announcing the third Mission Mentors Program. This program aims to promote faculty development in the Catholic intellectual tradition and the Catholic Mission of the university through a peer mentoring model. Together, faculty mentors and peers will develop a project that integrates innovative elements of the Catholic Intellectual Tradition into research, teaching activities, and/or experiential/service-learning initiatives. Applications should be submitted as a single PDF document to MissionMentors@shu.edu by 5 p.m. EST on Saturday, April 15.

Participate in the School of Theology’s Lenten Reflection Series
Join Immaculate Conception School of Theology for its 2023 Lenten meditation series, "Reflections From The Holy Land" which explores the sites and locations of the Holy Land through written reflections authored by the School's seminary community.

The daily meditations will invite you, day by day, to reflect on the saving Mysteries and help better prepare you to celebrate the Paschal feasts. Reflections will be delivered via email through Good Friday, April 7. Subscribe to the series.

Entrepreneurship Masterclass on Starting a Business
This year’s Entrepreneur Hall of Fame honorees, Gabino and Stephen Roche, co-founders of the fintech startup Saphyre, will share their entrepreneurial journey, how they built their financial technology company and revolutionized the industry, and provide information and tools for starting a business on Wednesday, March 29 at 5 p.m. in the University Center Theatre. Learn more and register.