Graduate at a Glance

Dear Graduate Students,

Welcome to the start of the Fall 2025 semester! We hope your summer was filled with rest, growth and memorable moments — and that you're feeling energized for the academic year ahead.

As you continue your graduate journey, know that Seton Hall remains committed to providing an exceptional academic experience and a supportive community. We encourage you to take full advantage of the many resources available to help you thrive — both inside and outside the classroom.

Stay connected by checking Canvas regularly, exploring the Graduate Student Engagement webpage, following this newsletter and joining us on Instagram (@SetonHall_GradStudent) for updates on events, opportunities and campus happenings.

We're here for you every step of the way and wish you a successful, fulfilling and inspiring Fall 2025 semester.

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

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Current graduate students are invited to the Graduate Student Virtual Lunch and Learn Series, a dynamic biweekly event designed to empower your academic journey! Starting September 10 and running every other Wednesday through December 3, these lunchtime sessions bring together campus experts and key resources to support your success.

September 10: The first session will spotlight the Career Center, showcasing their full suite of tools and services designed to support your professional journey. Learn how to tap into these resources and make the most of what’s available to you.

September 22: The second session will host Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS), introducing you to the wide array of services CAPS provides and guide you in finding the right kind of help for your personal needs. You'll also start exploring how to create a strong wellness network and fully utilize the mental health resources offered on campus.

Learn more about each weekly session and how to register here!

Graduate Students, grab your professional clothes and get ready to impress future job recruiters with an opportunity to capture new headshots for your professional profile.

Professional portraits are free for all graduate students. Registration requested but not required. Photos are first-come, first-served.

Graduate students can also enjoy time to socialize with peers while enjoying light refreshments.

Unlock your potential with Seton Hall University's Hall-mark professional development courses, a series of professional development programs designed to elevate your career and academic journey — at no cost to current graduate students.

Upcoming programs:

To register as a current graduate student, please email ceps@shu.edu for promo code to use during course checkout.

Monthly Newsletter
Look for this 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!

Graduate Student Engagement Webpage
This page offers a collection of current graduate student news, a calendar of graduate student specific events, current and past monthly newsletters, links to key campus resources and much more!

Bookmark it on your devices as a regular place to visit to get everything pertaining to graduate studies “at-a-glance.”

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

Opt-in to Graduate Student Specific Text Messaging Announcements
It’s so 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.

Campus at your Fingertips with the University Mobile App
The Seton Hall Mobile app puts campus at your fingertips, allowing you to connect with the Seton Hall community. Stay organized with the built-in calendar, keep track of events, classes and assignments, and receive notifications for important dates and deadlines. Learn more and download the app.

M.S.N.-to-D.N.P. Pathway Prepares Nurses to Lead
Building on his M.S.N. from Seton Hall, Daniel Fawcett is advancing into the D.N.P. program while working as a nurse practitioner — highlighting how the M.S.N.-to-D.N.P. pathway prepares future nurse leaders. Read his story.

Seton Hall’s Master of Public Administration Program Introduces 36-Credit Format, Accelerated Pathway
Beginning in Fall 2025, Seton Hall University’s Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) program will transition from a 39-credit to a 36-credit curriculum, offering students a quicker timeline to degree completion and an accelerated path that can be completed in as little as one year. Learn more here.

Ph.D. Candidate Represents Seton Hall at Sport Management Conference
Alex Requena, a doctoral student in the Ph.D. in Higher Education Leadership, Management and Policy program within the College of Human Development, Culture, and Media, participated in the 2025 North American Society for Sport Management (NASSM) Conference in San Diego throughout the final week of May. Learn more about Requena’s experience.

Athletic Training Students Build Professional Skills in the Field
Seton Hall’s Master of Science in Athletic Training (M.S.A.T.) is a fast-paced, two-year professional degree program that prepares students to become certified athletic trainers at the high school, college and professional sports levels. Clinical training — a central part of the program’s success — offers students insight into the many career paths available in athletic training, while helping them develop strong professional skills. Learn more about how these students receive critical, hands-on experience throughout their program.

International Student Reminders
Immigration Compliance Reminder for F-1 Graduate Students

The Office of International Programs (OIP) welcomed around 30 graduate international students on campus last Wednesday. We wish our new and continuing a wonderful start of the semester. A few immigration reminders for F-1 students:

If you are a new student just arriving at Seton Hall, please be sure to complete the Check In process via the International Student and Scholar Portal(ISS Portal). Click on OIP Requests. The two forms you will need to complete are the F-1 Student Contact Information Update and New Student Arrival Form.

Enroll full time every semester. If you are in your last semester of study and you have no more classes to take, you can register the remaining credits you have to graduate. Please be reminded, if you only have one class left to graduate for Fall 2025, the last class cannot be an online class. Please complete a Reduced Course Load Form in the ISS Portal.

If Fall 2025 is your last semester of study and you have less than full time course load to take, before the start of the semester, please go to the ISS Portal and submit a Reduced Course Load Form (this form is previously known as the Part-Time Enrollment Form).

Clear your student account balance. An outstanding student account balance of more than $1,000 will cause a financial hold on your student account. You will not be able to register for Fall 2025 classes with a financial hold. This can lead to failure to maintain immigration status. The last day of Add/Drop is September 2.

Student Spotlight

Sarah Dimichino
M.A. Diplomacy and International Relations
School of Diplomacy and International Relations

Sarah Dimichino, a graduate student in the School of Diplomacy and International Relations, has been named a 2025 Harold W. Rosenthal Fellow in International Relations, a competitive and highly regarded fellowship that places exceptional graduate students into public service internships across the federal government.

Read more about Sarah’s story and amazing opportunity.

Faculty Spotlight

Nancy Innella, Ph.D., R.N., CNE
College of Nursing

College of Nursing Associate Professor Nancy Innella, presented at the 2025 International Council of Nurses (ICN) Congress, held June 9–13 in Helsinki, Finland. The event drew 7,000 nurses from around the world and focused on sustainability and global health policy, highlighting how nurses are shaping the future of healthcare delivery.

Innella served as lead presenter for a concurrent session on the results of her literature review, Health Care for Every Student in Every School: A Literature Review for Implementing Effective School Health Services. Her work explored the critical role of school-based health services in promoting student well-being and equity.

Learn more here.

What's Happening This Month

 Consider current grad student events:

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

Career Center Corner

In this month’s Career Center Spotlight, we are highlighting two powerful tech platforms available to support your career development.

12Twenty is a comprehensive resource for job and internship searches, upcoming career events, and mentorship opportunities between students and alumni. Use this platform to connect with employers and apply for positions that can help advance your career. You can access 12Twenty through PirateNet or by clicking here.

VMock is an AI-driven platform that provides instant feedback on your resume, along with career insights and coaching to strengthen your applications and personal brand. You can even compare your resume to specific job descriptions and receive tailored recommendations. Access VMock through your PirateNet portal or by clicking here.

Also, save the date for the Fall 2025 Career Fair – Wednesday, September 24 from 4 – 6 p.m. in the Richie Reagan Field House. Click here for more information.

Students Can Save Big with NJ TRANSIT’s Discounted Student Pass

The South Orange train station for NJ Transit is less than one mile away from Seton Hall University's campus. NJ Transit offers a 25% discount on monthly passes to full-time students at Seton Hall University. 

To obtain a discounted monthly pass see the following information on the NJ Transit website here for more information.

News From the Library

ETD Update

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. The Library is also holding in-person and virtual workshops throughout the semester for graduate students. Topics include how to submit your dissertation or thesis to the Library, copyright and permissions, how to use APA, and data use and ethics, among many more.

September Workshop Schedule
Register here for our Fall Workshops:

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.