Graduate at a Glance

Hello Graduate Students,

As we wrap up the 2024–2025 academic year, I hope you're finding time to rest, recharge and reflect on all you've accomplished.

Whether you're taking a well-earned break or continuing your studies through our Summer Sessions, I wish you a season filled with progress, purpose and personal fulfillment. If you're currently enrolled, I hope your summer courses are enriching and aligned with your goals.

Looking ahead, if you haven’t already done so, now’s the time to register for the Fall 2025 semester. Early registration ensures access to the courses you need and helps you avoid late fees and unnecessary stress. If you have questions about your course selections, need a PIN, or would like to speak with someone about your plans for the fall, your school or college is your best first point of contact.

And as always, the Office of Graduate Affairs is here to support you. If you need assistance or have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to us at shugrad@shu.edu.

Wishing you a productive and restful summer!

Sincerely,
Christopher Cuccia, Ed.D.
Associate Provost for Academic and Graduate Affairs

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The Office of Graduate Affairs invites all new and returning graduate students to our Fall 2025 Welcome Receptions on August 25, 26, 27 and/or 28. Drop in any evening to meet fellow students and the Graduate Affairs Team while enjoying light refreshments. For additional details, click the link above.

Seton Hall University's Hall-mark professional development courses are designed to equip professionals with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their careers and make a meaningful impact in their respective fields.

We invite you to view and register for Hall-mark courses we are offering this year, at no cost to matriculated graduate students! Use code Hall-mark100 when registering to receive discount.

Upcoming Hall-mark courses:

Other non-Hall-mark professional development offerings include:

Fall registration is OPEN! Be sure to have all your information ready. Meet with advisors and contact your school or college if you have any questions or need assistance to get you started. Be sure there are no holds on your account that prevent you from registering.

Registering in a timely manner ensures that you get the classes you want and need before they fill up!

Join fellow Pirates, including alumni, parents, staff, students and friends, for Seton Hall Nights at these upcoming MLB games. 

It’s important for us to continually communicate with our graduate students to inform you of key items and events. We now have the capability to do so via text messaging. To OPT-IN and stay connected, text the word “grad” to (973) 319-4335.

Monthly Newsletter
Look for our monthly graduate student-specific newsletter each month during the Fall and Spring semesters to stay current on graduate student news and events. The newsletter is published and sent via email on the last Thursday of every month!

Connect on Instagram
Follow our Graduate Student Specific account on Instagram @SetonHall_GradStudent for up-to-date “grad student happenings”!

Continue to keep an eye on your emails and look for the following events happening this Fall:

And so much more…stay tuned for details!

College of Arts and Sciences Announce Permanent Dean
The Office of the Provost is pleased to announce Jonathan Farina, Ph.D., interim dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, has been appointed to serve as the College’s permanent Dean. His appointment marks the conclusion of a competitive national search that yielded a host of exceptionally strong candidates. Learn more about Dean Farina and his ongoing work to further the goals of the College of Arts and Sciences.

In Need of Local Housing?
Seton Hall’s Off-Campus Living Portal aims to aid students, including our graduate student community, by providing off-campus listings, in addition to a guide to start the process of finding the best off-campus option. This online off-campus housing service lists rental housing options from property managers interested in providing housing opportunities to students in the South Orange, Newark and Nutley areas to support students attending school at all three Seton Hall's campuses. Learn more here.

Exciting News from the School of Health and Medical Sciences:
DataLab Provides Students with Data Research Opportunities: Two M.H.A. students, Emily Barbera and Frank Pettorini, completed original DataLab healthcare research this semester.

Seton Hall Students Present Language Research in Australia
Graduate students in the Speech-Language Pathology program presented faculty-mentored research at a leading academic conference.

Physician Assistant Graduate Leads with Advocacy and Service
Through her P.A. education, Lamiyah Rajai, M.S. ’25, influenced national policy, launched campus initiatives and mentored future healthcare leaders.

Diplomacy Student Receives Critical Language Scholarship for Summer Study in Indonesia
Nicholas Dotson, a student in the Executive M.S. in International Relations program, has been selected for the prestigious Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program, marking an exciting new chapter in his academic and professional journey. The CLS Program, sponsored by the State Department, offers fully funded immersive summer experiences to undergraduate and graduate students seeking to master languages which are strategic for national security and global engagement.

Learn more about Nicholas’ story here.

Law Enforcement Program Director Speaks at Howard University
Focusing on his experience as a former NYPD Lieutenant, Kishon C. Hickman, Sr., director of the M.A., Law Enforcement Executive Leadership program, explored the shifting landscape of policing. Read more.

Attention International Students! Immigration Reminders for F-1 International Students regarding Fall Course Registration and Summer Travel Considerations

F-1 international students are required to enroll full time every semester:

For F-1 Ph.D. students:

Immigration policies may change quickly. We recommend students have a discussion with OIP about their situations before making travel plans. Please be sure to read communications sent from OIP because they often contain relevant and important immigration updates. Do reach out to OIP if you have any questions regarding your immigration status or visa questions, or anything else that we can help with.

What's Happening This Month

For all Graduate Program Webinars hosted by our schools/colleges, information and dates,  please refer to this page..

Career Center Corner

Summertime is a Great Time!

Summer is a great time to invest in your professional growth while building your network, gaining new skills and taking intentional steps to advance your career.  Before the start of the fall semester, consider the following steps:

To discuss your strategy or next steps in more detail, schedule an appointment with your career advisor through Compass.

Summer Technology Training Sessions

This is an opportunity for students to get on-demand support with any of your technology needs, including Canvas, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft, and more!

Students will have the opportunity to meet with TLTC team members to discuss questions, issues, or general inquiries regarding Canvas or any Seton Hall University supported technology tools and resources.

Click here to see these and other training dates.

News From the Library

Library Graduate Student Support

University Libraries provides excellent research support for Graduate Students. Services for Graduate Students include Research Support such as Database Advanced Search Techniques, Literature Review and Citation Management Instruction. Our Research Data Management Team provides research consultations and help with software selection. We encourage graduate students to review the Graduate Student Services guide for more information.

Thesis and Dissertation Support

Graduate students working on a thesis or dissertation are encouraged to read the Libraries' Dissertation and Thesis Guidelines, even if you have not started your thesis or dissertation yet. A checklist can be found under the "Start Here" tab of the guide; please download the checklist and keep it on hand throughout your time at Seton Hall. The checklist clearly details steps students need to take to successfully submit their dissertation or thesis to the Library. Check this calendar in September for in-person and virtual workshops for graduate students. Topics include how to submit your dissertation or thesis to the Libraries, copyright and permissions, how to use APA, data use and ethics, among many more.

Office of Graduate Affairs
Schwartz Hall 2nd Floor
Graduate Student Engagement Website
shugrad@shu.edu

The Graduate Affairs Team is located in Schwartz Hall on the 2nd Floor. Feel free to drop in! 

We are located with other teams from Academic Affairs including the Pre-Professional Advising Center, the Buccino Leadership Institute, and the Division of Continuing Education and Professional Studies.