Dear Faculty, Administrators and Staff,

We are pleased to announce the successful completion of the Watermark Faculty Success Web Profiles across all three campuses of Seton Hall University. This university-wide initiative enables faculty to actively manage and showcase their teaching, research and service activities. By offering greater control over their professional profiles, the platform enhances the visibility of faculty accomplishments and supports increased collaboration within and beyond the university.

We extend our sincere appreciation to the Teaching, Learning and Technology Center (TLTC) and the University Relations teams for their valuable contributions throughout the implementation. We are also grateful to our faculty for their engagement and support, which have been essential to the success of this project.

In addition, we are also very excited to announce the long-awaited ground floor renovation at the Walsh Library, which will feature a new state-of-the-art Innovation Hub, easier and expanded access and much more!

This project will expand 24/7 access to an emerging technology hub and foster hands-on learning in spaces that will bring our students together expanding access and use of the ground floor. This reimagined space inside the Teaching, Learning and Technology Center will provide high-impact technology resources and give students access to specialized tools that support creative exploration, academic research and career-ready skills.

This new space will feature:

Construction is expected to begin this month, with minimal disruption to the campus community. For more information, please visit www.shu.edu/future.

We’re excited for what’s ahead and the expansion of our learning and collaboration spaces at the University.

Sincerely,
Katia

University Portal is now live, providing a modern and streamlined way to complete your most common tasks. It replaces SHU Portal, LawNet and Self-Service Banner (SSB), bringing their key functions together in one convenient platform. To support a smooth transition, these legacy systems will remain available through the summer and will be officially retired in August 2025.

Whether you're managing courses and grades or accessing pay, benefits and leave information, University Portal makes it easier to find and use the tools you need. To get started, log into PirateNet, search for and click the University Portal chiclet. For assistance or step-by-step instructions, visit the University Portal knowledgebase articles or contact the Technology Service Desk at (973) 275-2222.

All faculty, staff and administrators are welcome to join Nicole Giglia and Father Nick Sertich on Monday, June 2 on a one-day bus trip to the National Shrine of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton in Emmitsburg, Maryland. The historic site is resting place not only to Mother Seton but Seton Hall’s founder, Bishop James Roosevelt Bayley. The Basilica, museum, historic homes and visitor’s center all offer unique Catholic and American history that allow visitors to take in the life and legacy of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton. The day will include a tour of Mother Seton’s home and school, a visit to the Mother Seton Museum and Mass in the Basilica shrine for all who are interested. Bus departs at 6:30 a.m. from the South Orange Campus. Anticipated return to campus is 6:30 p.m. Breakfast and lunch provided. Learn more and sign up.

Please join in celebrating the accomplishments of those who complete the program at the ACUE Pinning Ceremony on May 12, 2025 at noon, where these faculty will receive their certificates and digital badges. Please register to let us know you plan to attend.

Freehold ABSN nursing students are bringing Seton Hall’s mission of servant leadership to life through a new clinical partnership with JBJ Soul Kitchen in Toms River. Founded by the Jon Bon Jovi Soul Foundation, the nonprofit restaurant serves both paying guests and those in need, offering meals with dignity and respect. Under Professor Linda Ulak’s guidance, students engage in community health activities like nutrition counseling, blood pressure screenings, and connecting guests with local resources. This hands-on experience helps students understand how food insecurity and health disparities intersect—while also practicing compassionate, service-centered care. As the first nursing students to serve at Soul Kitchen, they are setting a strong example of what it means to lead with purpose in the healthcare field.

Use Browzine to Stay Up to Date with Journals and Broaden Your Knowledge Base

Find any journal in Seton Hall's database with a simple BrowZine search. Browzine makes keeping track of your favorite journals easy; stay on top of new developments in your field and easily see similar titles to the ones you are familiar with in order to broaden your knowledge of related scholarly literature.

Specific benefits of the BrowZine platform include the ability to:

Click to select an article. If the library does not subscribe to an article, you will be directed to Interlibrary Borrowing to order a resource(s) right away.

Visit BrowZine to begin searching today or for more information.

Listen to the Institute for Communication and Religion’s Podcast Episode: Pope Francis’ Letter “On the Role of Literature in Formation”

Eric M. Johnston, Ph.D., associate professor of undergraduate theology, participated with professors Jon Radwan, Ph.D., director of the Institute for Communication and Religion and Nancy Enright, Ph.D., director of the University CORE, in a podcast discussion of Pope Francis’s recent letter “On the Role of Literature in Formation.” The podcast, which aired on December 12, 2024, underscores the importance of arts and literature in education and spiritual development. It is among the podcasts that the Institute for Communication and Religion regularly produces to share scholarly perspectives on how faith traditions contribute to, and are influenced by, contemporary society and culture. Listen to the episode on Podbean.

Follow the CFD blog for more upcoming events and initiatives. Suggestions for workshops, speakers, or requests for co-sponsorship of faculty-oriented events welcome!

Events

Developing Custom GPTs for Course-Specific Tutoring
May 9, 10 - 11 a.m., in Teams

Diversity Reading Group: Lost Bread by Edith Bruck
May 9, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Discussion Leader: Gabriella Romani, Professor of Italian

“AI and DH in/for Teaching and Learning”
May 15, 9-3, in Teams

SHU Meditates
Thursdays, 12:30 - 1 p.m., in Teams

Annual CFD Writing Retreat
May 20, 21, 22, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.,
Schwartz Hall, Room 112

Additional Events and Opportunities:

Opportunity to Present at the MSCHE Conference – MSCHE Student Travel Award
Help your students gain experience presenting at any external conference. The Office of the Provost will support a select number of student researchers with a Student Travel Award to present their research at the Annual Conference of the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on December 11, 2025. Please encourage your students to read more about last year’s recipients here and consider presenting. To apply for the award, students should complete a brief application by May 1, 2025.

Resources

Videos

Have you missed a CFD event? If so, you can find here.

End-of-Semester Canvas Checklist 
At the end of each semester, it is recommended that you take some time to review the information in your Canvas course(s). This checklist will guide you through common tasks for wrapping up your course and getting it ready for the next time you teach it. Review the End of Semester Canvas Checklist. 

Submit Final Grades 
To submit final grades through the University Portal, first locate the Grading card on your homepage or under the Faculty & Advising tab. Then, click Submit Final Grades to open the grading system. Online grading is now open, and the deadline to submit final grades is Tuesday, May 20. Review steps to submit final grades. 

Latest Episode of the Innovate and Educate Podcast 
In episode seven, Seton Hall faculty discuss how to use AI responsibly in the classroom, with a focus on equity, transparency, and student success. Hear insights from Ruchin Kansal, MBA; Dongdong Chen, Ph.D.; and Viswa Viswanathan, Ph.D. on AI’s role in problem-solving, language learning, and personalized education. Listen and subscribe. 

Adobe Education Institute 2025 
The Adobe Education Institute (AEI), taking place from Monday, June 9 through Thursday, June 12, is an invitation-only virtual conference for Adobe Creative Campus partners. It offers hands-on workshops focused on student engagement and multimodal instruction using Adobe Express. 

Can’t attend live? All registrants will receive access to session recordings and can still earn digital badges. Register for AEI 2025. 

Graduate Open House – Thursday, May 8
Save the date! We are hosting a late spring Graduate Open House on Thursday, May 8, 6 - 8 p.m. in the University Center. This event is a valuable opportunity to showcase the University’s 140+ graduate programs and connect with prospective students seeking to advance their education. Whether you know someone considering graduate studies or are interested in learning more about the event, visit the Graduate Open House page for details.

Bus Transportation for Commencement
For faculty, staff and administrators who need transportation to the Baccalaureate Commencement Ceremony at the Prudential Center on Monday, May 19, bus service from campus will be provided.

Please indicate on the form a ride back to campus is needed. Seats are on a first-come basis and are limited. RSVP no later than Thursday, May 15, 2025. Reserve your seat for Bus Transportation.

Faculty Merit Pay Process
The opening of the Faculty Merit Pay process was recently announced. The deadline to submit applications to Chairs/Deans is Monday, June 9, 2025. Please review the important documents below to assist with this process.