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WELCOME BACK! I am so pleased to welcome our CHDCM community back to campus for the start of the Fall 2026 semester! I hope that each and every one of you had a relaxing and restorative summer, and that you’re excited to kick off this academic year—it’s so great to see campus buzzing with activity again. (And, by the way, it was fun to chat with a few CHDCM students this morning in the UC, while getting my iced coffee!)
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Some of you are at the very beginning of your Seton Hall journey, while others are returning, but either way we’re so glad to have you in the College! But I’m not just welcoming you to campus, but also to our first Dean’s newsletter of the 2026-27 academic year. This newsletter, which we send biweekly, is an opportunity for members of our College community to share great news, to celebrate accomplishments and milestones, and to highlight upcoming events of interest to the College of Human Development, Culture, and Media. Want to know what the people of CHDCM have been up to over the summer? Read on, to catch up on the news and notes from our amazing College and its people—and consider sending your own highlights and news to us, for inclusion in a future issue of this newsletter.
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That’s it! With that, I wish you a smooth and easy start to classes, and—speaking of the new semester—if you are a CHDCM student and you haven’t registered yet for classes, now is the time to do so, before drop/add ends on Tuesday, September 8! Otherwise, enjoy this newsletter, have a great first week, and please say hello if you see me around campus! GO PIRATES!
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Dr. Bryan Crable
Founding Dean
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Congratulations to Dr. James Daly, Co-Director of the Center for Global Education, on his participation in two conferences held in Kyiv, Ukraine, during Spring 2026. Dr. Daly delivered opening remarks during the international plenary, with sessions conducted in both Ukrainian and English. The conference also honored students who lost their lives during the war. Dr. Daly also participated in the “Kyiv and Kyivans 2026”conference in early May.
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Congratulations to Dr. Kishon C. Hickman, Sr., who launched the LEEL Program’s inaugural signature event, Amplifying Voices, Breaking Multiple Barriers: A Career Journey Conversation with Women Leaders in Criminal Justice, by bringing together a group of women leaders and representatives from the criminal justice community. He also represented the University at the National Academy of Public Administration’s 25th Anniversary Social Equity Leadership Conference.
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Congratulations to Dr. Jason Tramm who served as Chorus Master/Conductor for the Arcadia Symphony on the "America Celebrates 250 Gala." The event was sold out, with over 2500 people in attendance.
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Additionally, Dr. Tramm served as a Guest Conductor for Nickel City Opera’s June 13 “Candle Opera Concert” and will serve as Conductor/Music Director for Light Opera of New Jersey’s production of Gilbert and Sullivan’s H.M.S. Pinafore.
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Student Organization Highlight |
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The game doesn’t start when the ball goes up — it starts when the Pep Band does! Seton Hall’s Pep Band brings the energy to men’s and women’s basketball, performing from pregame through the final buzzer and keeping Pirate fans fired up throughout the action. From the Fight Song to the Alma Mater, the Pep Band is a big part of the atmosphere that makes a game at The Hall feel like The Hall.
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Open to students across the University, the Pep Band welcomes musicians with at least a third-year high school level of experience who are ready to play, perform, and be part of the Pirate community. The University provides music and uniforms, with select instruments also available.
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Manny Pereira is a sophomore majoring in Visual and Sound Media, who has had a deep love for sports since he was a toddler. Manny played baseball from the age of three through high school. At 14, his faith became an important part of his life and since then, Manny has made it his mission to grow in his faith.
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During his freshman year, Manny got involved heavily in the Center for Sports Media. Manny interviewed NCAA president Charlie Baker, received credentials for the Men’s Basketball Big East tournament, was a part of a presentation at ESPN Headquarters, and worked for FOX as a runner at the World Cup Final, all during his freshman year!
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Manny is also a student broadcaster for Pirate Sports Network (PSN), where he has been a part of live broadcasts on ESPN+ across a multitude of the University's sports teams. As the Sports Field Producer for SHU TV, Manny is now responsible for overseeing all field content that SHU TV produces covering sports. Manny spends his time outside of school serving at his local church, going to the gym, and hanging out with his friends.
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No. 1 Best College Radio Station!
WSOU 89.5 FM has been named the No. 1 Best College Radio Station in the nation by The Princeton Review, ranking first among more than 600 college radio stations across the country. Since 1948, our student-run station has reached more than 120,000 weekly listeners in the New York City area while providing hands-on media experience for students. WSOU's legacy of excellence includes induction into the Rock Radio Hall of Fame, a Peabody Award, and two Marconi Awards.
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Thank God for Monday Celebrates 20 Years
This past Sunday, WSOU’s community programming celebrated a major milestone as Thank God for Monday marked its 20th anniversary. To commemorate two decades of conversations about faith, work, leadership, and community, WSOU Community Director Cassidy Cauwels turned the tables on longtime host Brother Greg Cellini, interviewing him about the history, impact, and evolution of the program. The special anniversary episode is available now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
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WSOU Alum Featured in Radio World
Rachel Haggerty, a former WSOU student, is featured in Radio World’s “Next-Gen Engineers” series, highlighting her journey from Seton Hall’s student-run station to her current role as a regional engineer for iHeartRadio in New York City. Haggerty oversees engineering for seven stations and credits her experience at WSOU with helping launch her career in radio engineering.
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| Nominated for Marconi Award
WSOU has once again been nominated for a Marconi Award, one of the most prestigious honors in broadcasting. The station previously won the award in 2016 and 2023 and has received multiple nominations over the years. Winners will be announced October 20, 2026, at a banquet in New York City held during the National Association of Broadcasters’ Radio Show.
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Center for Sports Media News |
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| New Pirates in the Field Podcast
The Pirates in the Field Podcast is the new student-led podcast in the Center for Sports Media. The aim of this podcast is to showcase the Pirates in the Field experiences, promote the Center for Sports Media, and give you the opportunity to develop skills in content creation, storytelling, production, leadership and digital media. If interested in joining or learning more about ways to get involved in the podcast, contact niamh.campbell@student.shu.edu.
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| Visit the Center
The Center for Sports Media, located on the third floor of Jubilee Hall, is open to students Monday through Friday from 8:45 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. Students are welcome to stop by anytime during these hours to watch live sports, create content, or study while a game is on. For more information or to visit outside of business hours, contact BJ Schecter.
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CHDCM Convocation September 10 at 12pm
This annual College-level event will bring CHDCM students, faculty, administrators, and staff together to celebrate College achievements and welcome our newest members. Join us for an inspiring program followed by lunch and a dessert truck!
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| Students Recognized at 2026 Petersheim Academic Expo
Sixteen students from Dr. Radwan’s Introduction to Communication Theory course presented their “Theory Assessment” projects at the 2026 Petersheim Academic Expo. Kate Kleinsmith and Anna Nocco earned the top scores and were recognized with Student Travel Awards.
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Trending @SetonHall_CHDCM |
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South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC) |
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Cyrille Aimée Quartet
Cyrille Aimée is a GRAMMY-nominated jazz vocalist whose multilingual, multicultural upbringing infuses her music with a warmth and range that is entirely her own. She blends jazz sophistication, Caribbean rhythm, and pop. Sept. 10, 2026 at 7:30pm
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| Happy Hour in the Loft
Summer happy hour meets live music in the Loft! SOMA's own Water Towers, the area's premier Indie Rock cover band, serve up a dynamic mix of Rock, Soul, and Pop tunes while you sip and socialize. Sept. 11, 2026 at 6:30pm
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| Isaiah Sharkey
GRAMMY Award winning guitarist, vocalist, and composer Isaiah Sharkey is one of contemporary music's most sought after artists, with credits alongside D'Angelo, John Mayer, Cory Henry, and Lalah Hathaway. Sept. 12, 2026 at 7:30pm
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