Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee

All are welcome to participate in all programs and events.  

Native & Indigenous American History Month

Native & Indigenous American History Month honors the history, culture, and contributions of American Indians and Alaska Natives. We continue to be inspired by our SHU Reads! book The Serviceberry: Abundance and Reciprocity in the Natural World by indigenous scientist and author Robin Wall Kimmerer. Here are some upcoming events inspired by Kimmerer's ethic of reciprocity, sustainability, interconnectedness, and gratitude:

Featured Events

World Leaders Forum - Permanent Observer of the Holy See to the United Nations
November 5
We welcome Archbishop Gabriele Giordano Caccia, the Permanent Observer of the Holy See to the United Nations, as part of the World Leaders Forum  hosted by the School of Diplomacy and International Relations and sponsored by the Arlotto Family Diplomacy Speakers Series.

Annual Lewinson Lecture & Alumni Reception November 5
The Edwin R. Lewinson Center for the Study of Labor, Inequality, and Social Justice proudly presents the 2025–2026 Annual Lewinson Lecture, featuring Shannon Gleeson, Ph.D., Edmund Ezra Day Professor at Cornell University.

Gratitude Interfaith Dinner
November 6
Join Campus Ministry, Student Services, and Campus Inclusion for the Gratitude Interfaith Dinner. All are welcome.

Veteran’s Day
November 11

The Puerto Rico Syllabus
November 11
"Caribbean Archives and Digital Pedagogies: The Puerto Rico Syllabus, Bad Bunny and Vieques," a presentation of the digital humanities project, The Puerto Rico Syllabus.

Kristallnacht Commemoration
November 11
The Sister Rose Thering Fund will commemorate Kristallnacht, or the Night of Broken Glass with speakers, music and reflection on an event many consider the first atrocity of the Holocaust.

SHU Blue Wednesdays

Every Wednesday, University Center, Information Desk

Show your Pirate Pride! We welcome anyone wearing SHU blue or SHU apparel on Wednesdays to say hello, take a photo, and pick up a piece of candy from the University Center Information Desk. SHU Blue Days will take place on all Wednesdays when the University is open. Be sure to rep your blue. GO PIRATES!

Campus Inclusion Center

University Center, Room 209

Are you celebrating your birthday this month? Come through to celebrate YOU with a treat from the Office of Student Engagement and Campus Inclusion on Thursday November 6.

The Campus Inclusion and Community Center supports the University Strategic Plan in advancing hospitality, dialogue, diversity, equity, inclusion, and service to others—regardless of one's background or belief. The learning space will foster a genuine sense of community, where every member feels part of an inclusive whole, built on mutual respect and appreciation. The space is open Monday - Friday from noon to 5 p.m. All are welcome. For ideas, suggestions, partnerships, and event requests, email campusinclusion@shu.edu. 

Eucharistic Exposition and Adoration
Every Tuesday and Thursday, Chapel of the Immaculate Conception
Take a break from the day and spend some time in quiet prayer with Jesus in the Most Blessed Sacrament. 

Moonlight Mercy
Every Wednesday, Chapel of the Immaculate Conception
Join us for music, prayer, confessions, adoration, and quiet time. All are welcome!

We also acknowledge … 

On November 7 there is a Native American Heritage Month Screening at the Hoboken Public Library.

On November 9 a screening of the film She Cried That Day, will be held in celebration of Native American Heritage Month at The Woodland in Maplewood.

On November 13 the Classical Concert Series and Alberto Italian Studies Institute presents Giuseppe Verdi’s ‘Il Trovatore’ in Concert (SOPAC), Il Trovatore.

On November 18, join in the joy, gratitude, and pride at Jazz ‘n the Hall: The Analog Jazz Orchestra, an unforgettable evening of tribute and celebration. 7:30 p.m. at SOPAC.

In DC there is a free Native American Heritage Day celebration at the National Museum of the American Indian  on November 28 featuring the Native Pride Dancers.

Coming Soon – November 14 Albanian Independence Day Celebration, November 17 Fall into WMST and “How I Got Here” Speaker Series, November 18 SHU Speaks and December 2 our Annual Christmas Tree Lighting.

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.

Please also take time to review our campus resources:

If you are interested in helping to plan a heritage month, please see our Heritage Month Celebration webpage and contact us. Feel free to share your events with us here.

Please also join our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee and our Heritage Month celebration planning committees. Get involved or email dei@shu.edu for more information.

Rev. Dr. John J. Ranieri
Director, University Honors Program
Thomas and Ruth Sharkey Professor of Humanities
Professor of Philosophy

Monica Burnette, Ph.D.
Vice President of Student Services

Co-chairs, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee