Welcome back to the Spring 2025 semester! We hope you had a restful break and are excited about the opportunities and experiences ahead.
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As classes officially begin on Wednesday, January 15, we encourage you to check your course schedule and ensure you're all set for a smooth start. If adjustments are needed, remember the add/drop period ends on Thursday, January 23. Don't wait until the last minute—now is the time to finalize your schedule and reach out to your Student Success or Academic Advisor. They are here to help!
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Best wishes for a successful semester, and we look forward to seeing the incredible things you will achieve!
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Pirate Tip of the Week: Start Strong!
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Attend All Classes: Being present from day one helps you understand expectations and stay on track.
- Introduce Yourself: Build relationships with your professors and peers—they're key to your academic success.
- Review Your Syllabus: Note key dates and assignments for every class to avoid surprises.
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Remember that we are stronger together. Please take care of yourself and each other
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Monica Burnette, Ph.D.
Vice President of Student Services
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| Joshua Dornbos, Associate Dean of the Center for Academic Success
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Find a way to connect to the campus community beyond the classroom---this could be a club/organization, IM sports team, or volunteering. You'll do better academically and holistically if you fully immerse yourself as part of the SHU community.
- Build a support network---push yourself to meet classmates, faculty, and staff on campus. Find people who inspire you and intentionally spend time with them.
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Take breaks; balance is key. Learn to push yourself, but then walk away from your work and do things that bring you joy.
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CAS partnered on three Idea Hall proposals to further serve students in strategic areas this coming year -- strengthening services to Pirate Pathway, Undecided, and STEM students. Additionally, 9,074 one-on-one student advisement appointments were held in the 2023-24 academic year!
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"The course (ULife) provided me with a lot of tools that will be useful throughout my journey in college and life. Some activities also have opened me up to the people in my class and inspired me to remain open to others."— SHU Student-athlete
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- 93 percent of first-year students rated University Life relevant, useful, or beneficial based on course evaluations in Fall 2023.
- 98 percent of Pirate Pathway students indicated they utilized campus resources they intend to continue using going forward.
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New Program Alert in the Career Center Pirate Partner Program |
We are excited to announce the new Pirate Partner Program, a fantastic opportunity for first-year students at Seton Hall University to gain valuable work experience through unpaid internships. This program provides financial assistance to help remove barriers to career exploration and ensure all students can access these opportunities.
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Why This Program is Important
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Early internship experience is essential for building professional skills, expanding networks, and enhancing resumes. The Pirate Partner Program provides financial support to first-year students who have secured unpaid internships, ensuring they can access these valuable opportunities and lay the foundation for long-term success.
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- Be a first-year student enrolled at Seton Hall University
- First-year students can begin securing unpaid internships for the spring semester and beyond after completing a total of 30 credits toward their degree.
- Preference will be given to students with demonstrated financial need.
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Complete the following questions and include all required documents. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
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What's included in the application:
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Personal Information (name, student ID, email, etc.)
- Internship Details (company, role, hours, dates, supervisor information)
- Short-Answer Questions (describe your role, goals, and financial need)
- Supporting Documents (resume, internship offer letter, optional financial aid info)
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Optional Professor Recommendation
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| Class of 2025: Last First Day of Classes
Date: Wednesday, January 15
Time: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Location: UC Lobby
Happy Last First Day of Classes, Seniors! Stop by the Class of 2025 table in the UC Lobby for a special celebration of your last "First Day of School" with snacks and a photo opportunity!
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Graduate Student Welcome Week Reception
Date: Wednesday, January 15
Time: 4 - 7 p.m.
Location: Caroline D. Schwartz Nursing Building / Room 237
The Office of Graduate Affairs invites all new and returning graduate students to our Spring 2025 Welcome Receptions. Drop in to meet fellow students and the Graduate Affairs Team while enjoying light refreshments. We look forward to seeing you!
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| Pirate Watch Basketball Party
Date: Wednesday, January 15
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: University Center, Event Room
Join us to cheer on our Seton Hall Basketball teams. We will have a DJ, hearty snacks, and lots of great raffle prizes!
The Men's Basketball Team plays Butler at 7 p.m., and the Women's Basketball Team plays Marquette at 9 p.m. Come party with us on this 1st day back on campus.
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| Commuter Birthday Celebration!
Date: Thursday, January 16
Time: 12 - 5 p.m.
Location: Campus Inclusion Center (UC 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. RSVP here.
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| Anti-Racism Training (In-Person)
Date: Friday, January 17
Time: 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Location: UC 209
Join members from the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee for an interactive workshop on anti-racism to help participants explore race, bias, and identity. Attendees will develop strategies and learn more about campus resources to help them become upstanders and allies. Register for this event here.
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| Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Symposium
In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Seton Hall will again offer a special, one-credit workshop on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day (Monday, January 20, 2025) from 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. in Bethany Hall (virtual option also available). Open to all students, the workshop will examine perspectives on racism, privilege, and justice, including informative assessments of historical and contemporary issues from faculty.
Seton Hall undergraduates who wish to receive credit should register for AFAM 3291: MLK Day Symposium (CRN: 14755) via PirateNet. For general registration (non-credit) and more information, please click here.
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| SHU Blue Fridays
Show your Pirate Pride! We welcome anyone wearing SHU blue or SHU apparel on Fridays to say hello, take a photo, and pick up a piece of candy from the University Center Information Desk. SHU Blue Fridays will take place on all Fridays when the University is open. Be sure to rep your blue. GO PIRATES!
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| Campus at Your Fingertips: Seton Hall's New Mobile App
Seton Hall University has launched its new mobile app, designed to enrich the campus experience for current students. This innovative app is now available for download on both Apple and Android devices, providing a seamless and interactive platform to access a wide range of university services and resources. Once downloaded, students, faculty, and staff can get started by selecting their default user experience and signing in with their PirateNet credentials. Check out more here!
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#PiratePets
Your pet is an extension of you! If you have a pet in Pirate apparel, send us the picture to engagement@shu.edu. Your pet could be featured on our #PiratePet wall of the University Center.
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#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.
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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.
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Please take time to review our campus resources and ask for help if needed:
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