Dear Faculty, Administrators and Staff,

In partnership with the Association of College and University Educators (ACUE), Seton Hall is excited to offer our faculty the opportunity to participate in ACUE’s course on Effective Teaching Practices in AY23-24.

This 25-week course prepares faculty in evidence-based teaching practices proven through independently validated research to improve student achievement and close equity gaps. Using a cohort model, this asynchronous, video-rich course will be delivered fully online and facilitated by a Seton Hall faculty member. Learn more about the program and how to apply.

Have questions? Please reach out to Jessica Cottrell (jessica.cottrell@shu.edu). We would love to see robust faculty participation! The course registration period has begun and will close on Thursday, August 31.

Also, a reminder on sabbatical applications – sabbatical applications will be submitted through Faculty Success (formerly Digital Measures). The number of sabbaticals to be awarded in a given year may be influenced by the University's financial situation and resources, though the primary criteria will continue to be the relative scholarly merit and impact of the project. As always, faculty should carefully consider the appropriateness of a one-semester vs. a full-year sabbatical, as the merits of the project will be weighed in relation to its proposed duration, and faculty will be expected to serve the sabbatical as approved.

Submit this form to indicate that you anticipate submitting a Sabbatical Application. Based on the information provided, you will be sent the link to the application in Faculty Success. If you have questions regarding this form, please contact Anna Calka in the Office of the Provost (anna.calka@shu.edu). Workflow will be launched at the end of August.

Sincerely,

Erik

On Tuesday, November 17, 2023, the Conference on Civilizational Prospects will be held in the Chancellor’s Suite from 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Sponsored by the Center for Vocation and Servant Leadership and the Center for Catholic Studies, this conference will seek to examine civilizational prospects from four intersecting perspectives: evolutionary science, theology, global studies and future studies with the aim to explore concrete solutions to acute civilizational challenges. Submit a proposal.

Research Guides and Toolkits Ready for Fall Syllabi

University Libraries encourages faculty to add relevant Research Guides (SO) and Toolkits (IHS) to your course syllabi. These are curated resources to help students identify the most relevant databases, books, ebooks and open-source resources for assignments. Browse these and note over 25 DEIA Guides and Data Ethics resources are available to the Seton Hall community. Questions? Contact liaison librarians at the South Orange and the IHS campus.

Wellness Room in Walsh Library

The Wellness Room is a private space designed to help improve the mental health and well-being of Seton Hall students. Created by a collaboration with CAPS and University Libraries and funded by the Great Minds Dare to Care grant, this room offers a calming opportunity to unplug, recenter, and practice mindfulness when feeling stressed.  Located on the 4th floor of Walsh Library in a private, quiet location, students can get the key to access this space at the Circulation Desk on the 2nd floor of the library. Please let your students know!

Opportunity for Students: New Jersey Wind Institute Fellowship Program

Seton Hall University is a participating institute in the New Jersey Wind Institute Fellowship Program to help graduate and undergraduate students from all disciplines advance knowledge and expertise around offshore wind energy in the state of New Jersey.

The program, sponsored by the New Jersey Economic Development Authority, is a new program providing opportunities for graduate and undergraduate students to pursue research or projects focused on the offshore wind industry.

Fellows will conduct independent research in collaboration with a Seton Hall faculty member to build student and faculty expertise in the offshore wind industry, as well as together participate in industry training, guest lectures, site visits and other activities to enhance their knowledge of the offshore wind industry and gain exposure to key industry stakeholders.

The Fellowship Program is open to students at Seton Hall from all disciplines and backgrounds. Past projects from students at other participating Wind Institute universities have spanned across the STEM, social sciences and humanities fields.

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

Upcoming Events

CFD Workshop: Generative AI/ Prepping for the New Academic Year
Aug. 21, 10 – 11:30 a.m., in Teams

Summer Writing Retreat, Part II
August 22, 23, 24; 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.; Schwartz 112 or in Teams. (Email mary.balkun@shu.edu to register and for the Teams link.)

Write Club
May 30 - Aug. 25; 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., In Teams
A continuation of the Summer Writing Retreat, Write Club is a virtual space where faculty can work on scholarship or other projects over the course of the summer. 

Adjunct Faculty Info Session
Sept. 1, 10 - 11:30 a.m., in Teams

Faculty Opportunities
Experiential Learning Fellows 2023-24 
Interested faculty should apply for the program by Tuesday, August 18, 2023, using this link.

Faculty Seminar on Challenging Racism and Teaching for Inclusivity; applications are due by Aug. 14, 2023

University Teaching Fellows Program; applications are due by Aug. 14, 2023.

AI Resources:
How Well Would ChatGPT Do in My Course? I Talked to It to Find Out 

Top 9 Generative AI Apps and Tools

Access videos of CFD workshops.

Earn Your Online Teaching Certificate on Your Own Time
The Level 1 and Level 2 Online Teaching Certificate programs will be offered in an asynchronous format this fall. Both new and experienced faculty interested in transitioning to online teaching are encouraged to complete the self-paced courses. Register for the Online Teaching Certificate courses.

Academic Integrity Module
Incorporate the Academic Integrity Module into your curriculum this fall. The self-paced, interactive module educates students on Seton Hall's policies regarding plagiarism, ethics and the academic process. Contact your Instructional Design Liaison to customize the resource for your department or college.
View the Academic Integrity course.

New Canvas Training and Support Options
Explore a range of Canvas training and support options provided by the TLTC, ranging from intensive one-day bootcamps that cover all the essentials for getting started, to in-depth one-hour workshops that delve into specific features. View more information on Canvas training and support.