Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee

All are welcome to participate in all programs and events.  

Native & Indigenous American History Month

November is Native & Indigenous American History Month. Although it varies by tribe or nation, approximately 20% of indigenous Americans in the United States identify as Catholic. The first Native American saint in the Catholic Church is St. Kateri Tekakwitha, the "Lily of the Mohawks," who was canonized in 2012. She is the patron saint of ecology, the environment, and Indigenous people.

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

Transportation Justice Talk
November 19
Community Organizer Danna Dennis will give a talk titled “Environmental Justice in Motion: Building equitable transportation solutions.” The event is co-sponsored by the Environmental Studies and Africana Studies programs, with generous support from the College of Arts & Sciences.

Celebrate International Education Week

Check out these upcoming events:

StillmanSpeaks: Hongfei Frank Tang, Ph.D., CFA
November 19
Join us this fall as expert faculty from the Stillman School of Business explore timely, thought-provoking topics: “The AI Factor: How Artificial Intelligence Is Reshaping Finance.”

Café Con Joes ft. Passaic County Prosecutor
Noember 20
Join us for our next Café Con Joes featuring Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes, Esquire.

Women in Leadership: From Clinician to CEO November 21
Join us for “Redefining Career Growth, Breaking Barriers, Navigating Change and Challenge” with Regent Bonnie Evans.

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

Join the Office of Campus Inclusion, the Office of Student Engagement, and Athletics on November 24 at 2:30 p.m. to watch Seton Hall University Men’s Basketball vs NC State in the Pirate’s Cove (near Starbucks). Light refreshments provided.

The Campus Inclusion and Community Center supports the University Strategic Plan in advancing hospitality, dialogue, 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.  

As we head into Thanksgiving Break, we wish you well as you enjoy the upcoming holidays. Please take this time to relax and reconnect with family, friends and loved ones. 

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 19, the Adult Book Club at the Plainfield Public Library (at PPAC) will discuss the novel There, There by Tommy Orange, selected in honor of Native American Heritage Month.

On November 21, join DOVE: Seton Stories at the South Orange Library at 2:30 p.m.

On November 22, there is Native American-Inspired Burlap Weaving at the Edison Public Library: Clara Barton Branch—a workshop focusing on the history and cultural significance of Navajo weaving.

In Washington, D.C., 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 – December 2, our Annual Christmas Tree Lighting. December 8 is the last day of classes. December 9, Reading Day.

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.

We wish you a restful holiday break. We will resume our weekly email on Wednesday, December 3, 2025.

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