We hope you had a great first week of classes! Whether your first week felt exciting, overwhelming, or a little bit of both, we’re here to support you. As you settle into your classes and campus routine, remember that you don’t have to figure everything out on your own. Stay connected, ask questions, and take advantage of the people and resources available to support you.
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Still thinking about your schedule? Tuesday, September 8 is the last day to add/drop a course. If you have questions or aren’t sure whether a course is the right fit, connect with your Student Success or Academic Advisor before the deadline.
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Pirate Tip of the Week: Make the Most of Your Weekend!
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🎉 Get involved: Check out clubs, organizations, and campus events to find your people and explore your interests.
- 🗓️ Make the most of the long weekend: Use the extra time to relax, explore the area, catch up with friends, or do something you enjoy.
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✨ Labor Day Celebrations: South Orange’s Downtown After Sundown, Maplewood Porchfest, Riverdale's Annual Labor Day Street Fair & Food Truck Fest, Food Truck & Music Festival, Jubilee Park Flea Market. Labor Day Fireworks (Jenkinson’s Boardwalk), NYC Labor Day Events.
- 📚 Stay one step ahead: Take a quick look at next week’s assignments so you can enjoy your weekend without the stress.
- 💙 Find your balance: Make time for both getting involved and taking care of yourself.
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Here’s to a great start to the semester!
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🐾 #PiratePets
Your pet is an extension of you! If you have a pet in Pirate apparel, submit your photo here. Your pet could be featured on our #PiratePet wall of the University Center.
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🎶 #PiratePlaylist
Please help us populate our #PiratePlaylist with your favorite fun, upbeat, and positive songs. You might hear your song played in Pirates Plaza (outside of the University Center). Please send your [clean] song requests to our Student Services Suggestion Box. This week, we added "Ocean" by Karol G!
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Monica Burnette, Ph.D.
Vice President of Student Services
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At Seton Hall, we are committed to being a safe, supportive, and inclusive living and learning environment that fosters academic, spiritual, and personal growth. Your health, safety, and success are paramount in all we do.
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Living off campus in South Orange this year? Check out our NEW Off-Campus Living Guide, highlighting ways to be a good neighbor and local resources.
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Dr. Jacqueline Galler
Senior Student Success Advisor
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| - 📚 Review your syllabi: Check upcoming assignments, exams, and deadlines.
- 📅 Plan ahead: Add important dates to your calendar.
- ⏰ Build a routine: Find a study time and place that works for you.
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🙋 Ask early: Have a question? Reach out to your professor or advisor before you fall behind. Hint: Go to Mooney Hall to connect with your Student Success Advisor who can assist!
- 🤝 Use your resources: Take advantage of tutoring, coaching, advising, and other support.
- 🎉 Recharge: You made it through week one! Take time to relax and enjoy your weekend.
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Need help staying on track? Connect with your Student Success Advisor—we’re here to help you start strong and succeed all semester!
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CAS held 8,924 one-on-one student advisement appointments during the 2025–26 academic year, reflecting a five percent increase in student engagement with Student Success Advisors compared to the previous year.
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“I found [University life] really beneficial as I adjust to college. It guided me in every step, such as registration, and enabled me to enhance my skills like organization and time management.”– SHU Student
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Spring 2026 Student Check-in Survey:
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- 98% of Pirate Pathway students connected with at least one campus resource during their initial semester, including services such as Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS), Disability Support Services (DSS), and the Academic Resource Center (ARC).
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The Major Exploration and Declaration Expos strengthened students’ understanding of their intended academic pathways with 83% of respondents reporting that the events increased their knowledge of their intended major at Seton Hall.
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WOW & SAB Presents: Casino Night
Tuesday, September 8, 7-10 p.m.
Join us for an evening at the Casino. Enjoy blackjack, poker, craps, and roulette all while playing for some awesome prizes.
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| Residence Hall Room Blessings
Thursday, September 10, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Start off your new year at Seton Hall right with a special blessing of your new room.
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💙 Weeks of Welcome
A campus-wide celebration featuring events to welcome both new and returning students.
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👩⚕️THRIVE for Nursing Students
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Great nurses don't just master clinical skills; they also develop the resilience to perform well under pressure.
- Join us for THRIVE for Nursing Students, an interactive workshop that provides practical strategies for managing stress, regulating emotions, maintaining balance, and preventing burnout while preparing for a successful nursing career.
- September 18, 1 – 4 p.m., Bethany Hall BC, South Orange Campus
- Register today using this link – space is limited!
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Learn more about graduate programs and opportunities here.
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