Finals, SHU Advising Model, & Survey Squad

Dear Pirates,

As the semester winds down, we want to recognize the dedication, resilience, and hard work you've shown these past months. You've navigated challenges, met new goals, and continued to grow both inside and outside the classroom. We hope you take a moment to acknowledge how far you've come. You've put in a whole semester of effort, and you've got what it takes to finish strong.

Wishing you focus, confidence, and a great end to the semester!

Pirate Tip of the Week:

🙌 Resources for Finals Week

As finals continue, remember these resources are here to support you:

Walsh Library – Extended hours, quiet study spaces, and research support.
Tutoring & Writing Center – Help with papers, concepts, and last-minute questions.
- Tutor.com is a live, on-demand online tutoring platform available 24/7, 365 days a year, by clicking the Tutor.com link on Canvas.

Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) & Uwill – Support for stress, anxiety, or overwhelm.
Wellness Room & Recreation Center– Quick breaks, relaxation, and movement to recharge.

You've got a full campus behind you—keep going, Pirates! 🏴‍☠️💙

🐾 #PiratePets
Your pet is an extension of you! If you have a pet in Pirate apparel, submit your photo here. Your pet could be featured on our #PiratePet wall of the University Center.

🎶 #PiratePlaylist 
Please help us populate our #Pirate Playlist with your favorite fun, upbeat, and positive songs. You might hear your song played in Pirates Plaza (outside of the University Center). Please send your [clean] song requests to our Student Services Suggestion Box. This week, we added "All I Want for Christmas is You” by Mariah Carey!

If you have ideas, suggestions, or comments, please email studentservices@shu.edu or share them in our Student Services Suggestion Box. 

Remember that we are stronger together. Please take care of yourself and each other.   

Go Pirates!

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

Pet of the Week:
Tasha 🐶

Our Pirate Community

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. We strive to cultivate an environment of mutual respect and dignity for one another, and we expect each community member to take their role in fostering this environment seriously, ensuring that dignity and respect for all are upheld. Learn more about our Student Code of Conduct.

#HALLSTUDENTS

We are fortunate to have Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton as our patroness. Her faith illuminated the spirituality of her nephew, James Roosevelt Bayley, who converted to Catholicism and later, as the first Bishop of Newark, founded our University.

The rivalry of all rivalries in the great state of New Jersey is THIS SATURDAY! The Garden State Hardwood Classic, the annual basketball clash between Seton Hall Men's Basketball and Rutgers, takes place on Saturday, Dec. 13, and we're raffling off some big prizes, including an XBox, a 55

Happy Christmas at the Hall 🎁⭐️ We loved seeing everyone celebrate our beloved tradition! Always remember…BE THE TREE🗣️🎄

Tip of the week

Andrew Minegar
Assistant Vice President of Student Services Operations

Did you know?

Student Services Operations is committed to enhancing both the student experience and the division's efficiency through the strategic implementation of technology, data, and reporting, as well as division-wide program assessment.

Quote of the Week

"I love the professional development being offered. I think it is VERY helpful, time well spent, and the facilitators have been top-notch." - Seton Hall Employee

Your Voice Matters

86 percent of students agreed that they experience intellectual growth at Seton Hall.

Student Services is launching an initiative called Survey Squad!

Join the Survey Squad 📊 Amplify the Student Voice 📣

Want to help shape the Seton Hall experience? We're launching the Survey Squad, a new paid student employment team dedicated to boosting student voice, strengthening campus feedback, and driving real change.

As part of the Squad, you'll:

Be a survey ambassador and help create clear, relevant, student-centered surveys.
Work with campus departments to make sure student feedback is heard loud and clear.
Why join? Because students know students best. And your voice (and influence!) can help shape everything from programs and services to the overall campus experience.
If you want to make an impact, amplify student voices, and help create a culture where feedback fuels real improvements, the Survey Squad wants you.
Be part of something new. Be the reason student feedback sparks change.

Email lacapria@shu.edu for more information.

Announcements

💻 2026-2027 FAFSA

Attention all Seton Hall Students: the FAFSA for the 2026-27 academic year is now open — don't wait! Check out more information here!

🤗Uwill

Whether you're feeling stressed, anxious, or just need to talk, confidential support is available through our free teletherapy services. Choose the counselor who feels right for you, and schedule sessions that fit your busy life, even on evenings and weekends. Access Uwill services here.

📚 Academic Support Resources

As we begin to prepare for finals, continue to reach out to academic support resources, such as the Academic Resource Center, Writing Center, Math Learning Lab, and University Libraries. Tutor.com is a live, on-demand online tutoring platform available 24/7, 365 days a year, by clicking the Tutor.com link on Canvas.

Seton Hall Advising Model

🔍 Curious How Advising Works at SHU?

Check out our quick video series to learn more about the SHU Advising Model—what it is, how it supports your success, and how you play an important role as part of your Student Success Team. Watch anytime and learn how to make the most of your advising experience!