From the Office of the Dean |
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Happy (cold) Monday! I hope this issue of our biweekly newsletter finds your post-holiday return to campus going smoothly—and that you had a restorative, restful, and memorable time with family, friends, and community. As I spent time with my family over Thanksgiving, I was really mindful of how wonderful the CHDCM community is, and how grateful I am for you all—and for all the great things going on in our College!
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Speaking of what’s going on in the College….as you’ll see in this edition of our newsletter, December is a busy time for us here in CHDCM! The month begins with one of my favorite fall traditions, the Seton Hall tree lighting—tomorrow! See below for details, and hope to see you there! We’re also winding up course registration for next semester, so if you’re a current CHDCM student who hasn’t yet registered, now is a great time to do so. As we head toward finals for this semester, don’t miss the chance to add the classes you want and need for Spring!
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With that, read on, and enjoy the good news and shout outs from and for the people and programs of the College of Human Development, Culture, and Media! As always, keep your own good news and event notes coming, have a great start to this cold, cold week, and hope to see you all at the tree lighting tomorrow!
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Dr. Bryan Crable
Founding Dean
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Congratulations to James Kimble, Ph.D., who recently spoke at the dedication of a new historical marker in Omaha’s Old Market district, hosted by the Daughters of the American Revolution. Dr. Kimble provided historical context on Omaha’s WWII “Scrap Mountain,” drawing from his book Prairie Forge to highlight the community’s pivotal role in the national scrap drive.
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Congratulations to Jason Tramm, Ph.D., on being selected to conduct the 2026 Handel in Rome choral tour in June 2026. Dr. Tramm will partner with the New Voice Festival and the Chamber Orchestra of Rome to present works by Handel, including the majestic Dixit Dominus.
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Congratulations to Ruth Tsuria, Ph.D. for her distinguished role on the closing panel of ISMRC, where she discussed technology, religion, and authority with renowned scholars in the field. See a snippet of her panel discussion here!
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Student Organization Highlight |
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The Pep Band is an integral part of the University community. The oldest of the University's spirit programs, the Pep Band plays at all men's and women’s basketball home games as well as many University and community events throughout the year.
The Pep Band is open to all students who can play their instrument with at least a third year of high school proficiency and who want to make the season-long commitment. The music is standard marching band charts of medium to advanced levels of difficulty. There are no auditions for the Pep Band.
Pep Band can be taken for one credit during any semester. Many students will take it three times to give them a full elective course or students who minor in applied instrumental music will take it as their performance ensemble requirement.
Have questions and inquiries? Contact Director Brian P Timmons at brian.timmons@shu.edu. Want to see more? Visit @SHU_PepBand on Instagram!
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Angela Cabble was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, and is the oldest of six siblings. Naturally shy but hardworking and ambitious, she always felt drawn to helping others. After marrying at 21 and raising four children, Angela earned her associate degree in computer science before discovering her passion for psychology at the City College of New York. She went on to complete her B.S. in psychology and later her M.S. in Mental Health Counseling while balancing family responsibilities. Licensed in 2020, she began supporting individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, and grief during the pandemic. Seeking to broaden her impact, Angela is now pursuing her Doctorate in Counseling Psychology. Her research interests focus on mental health disparities in rural Black communities and among formerly incarcerated Black men.
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Angela was able to present her rural research at APA 2025 in Colorado and assisted in other research presentations as well during the course of this year. Her future goals involves working with post-incarcerated Black males to reduce recidivism upon release and establish needed programs to assist these individuals to adjust successfully back into their communities.
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In Angela’s downtime, she enjoys spending time with her family, outings with friends, and going to Broadway plays and concerts. She also enjoys making jewelry and has begun to learn how to crotchet. Angela is grateful for the support of her family through her journey as it would have been impossible to make it to this point without them.
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WSOU Board Volunteers at NJ Food Bank
Members of the WSOU management board worked at the community food bank of NJ in Hillside, helping pack boxes for those less fortunate. In the picture from left to right is Lauren Reese, Ryan Fox, Paige Hunsicker, and Chris Heite.
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WSOU Appears on CBS News During Annual Turkey Drive
On November 21, members of WSOU 89.5 FM were featured on CBS News with New York’s John Elliot as they volunteered at the Community Food Bank of New Jersey for its annual turkey drive. Our Pirates were proud to lend a hand in supporting families across the state.
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Alumnus Collaborates on Artist Merchandise
Congratulations to WSOU alumnus Matt Young, whose work with Maggie Baird (Billie Eilish’s mother) is spotlighted in Billboard for advancing sustainable artist merchandise. Young’s leadership at Bravado is helping reshape the future of eco-conscious touring and fan experiences.
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Atom Splitter PR President Leads WSOU Interviewing Workshop
WSOU welcomed Amy Sciarretto, President and Owner of Atom Splitter PR, on November 10 for a hands-on masterclass in professional interviewing. She offered insider guidance on elevating interviews with artists, athletes, politicians, and more — and led students through mock interviews to strengthen on-camera and in-the-field confidence.
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Center for Sports Media News |
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SHU Students Join ESPN Crews for GameDay and SEC Nation
Through the University’s exclusive partnership with ESPN, students are stepping into the world of live sports production. In October, junior Angie Diaco assisted the College GameDay team on-site in Pittsburgh. One week later, sophomore Chacey Cox and senior Gino Granato headed to Nashville to work alongside ESPN staff during the SEC Nation broadcast at Vanderbilt, expanding their professional experience in the field.
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Pirates in the Field Kick Off Basketball Season Coverage
In October, Pirates in the Field tipped off its fall coverage as five student reporters — Amya McKnight, James Costa, Christian Hui, Jayden Bracket, and Jaden Highsmith — attended the Big East men’s and women’s basketball Media Days. The team captured standout interviews, insights, and behind-the-scenes moments, producing a slate of compelling content to launch the season.
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Christmas at the Hall
In this holy season, we join in a spirit of joy and generosity to celebrate our faith in the Christmas traditions at Seton Hall. On December 2, 2025, the annual tree lighting ceremony will take place on the green with the Seton Hall community. Can't attend in-person? The ceremony will be livestreamed.
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South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC) |
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Admission is always free to Seton Hall Theatre productions on the night of the event. Registration for performances at SOPAC is recommended. The South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC) is located downtown at One SOPAC Way, South Orange, NJ 07079. For more information on SOPAC, visit www.sopacnow.org.
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Seton Hall University Annual Winter Concert
Ring in the holiday season with the Seton Hall University Chorus, Concert Band, and Chamber Choir at their Annual Winter Concert, a cherished tradition at SOPAC.
Thursday, December 4, 2025 | 7:30 PM
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