Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee
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Black History Month Programs and Events
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| IHS Hosts: Kurly Kürtősh
February 20, Interprofessional Health Sciences Campus
In celebration of Black History Month, Seton Hall Office of Student Engagement is excited to have Kurly Kürtősh at IHS. Kurly Kürtősh is a black owned, Nutley business that creates and bakes chimney cakes, a popular European pastry.
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| The Traveling Black History Museum
February 24, University Center Event Room
Join Campus Inclusion as we welcome the Traveling Black History Museum to campus as they present the exhibit ‘A Tribute to the African American Journey.’ The Collection celebrates and highlights contributions of African Americans in the arts, sciences, sports, entertainment, education, politics, and much more. Light refreshments will be available.
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University Libraries offers additional Black History Month Resources:
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| Diversity Film Series
February 20, Schwartz Hall, Room 112
The Diversity Film series is screening Intelligent Lives by award-winning producer Sam Habib. This story stars three pioneering young American adults with intellectual disabilities – Micah, Naieer, and Naomie – who challenge perceptions of intelligence as they navigate high school, college, and the workforce.
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| Latino Healthcare Conference
February 20, Bethany Hall
Join the Joseph A. Unanue Latino Institute for a day filled with insightful discussions, networking opportunities, and engaging workshops focused on healthcare within the Latino community.
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| Graduate Open House
February 22, Bethany Hall
Join us at the Graduate Open House on Saturday to explore the exciting opportunities Seton Hall has to offer. Meet admissions directors, faculty, and current graduate students to learn more about our graduate programs and how they can help you achieve your goals. You’ll also get valuable information on financing your graduate education.
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| Accessibility Series with Teaching Learning & Technology Center (TLTC)
Advancing technology and increased connectivity are driving a digital transformation for higher education. By proactively considering designing for equity, you will maximize your students’ ability to connect with the material and meet learning outcomes. Earn the Accessibility Champion Badge for Spring 2025 by attending four sessions.
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| SHU Blue Fridays
Every Friday, University Center Information Desk
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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The learning space promotes inclusion, belonging, collegiality, and collaboration among students, faculty, staff, and administrators. The space is open Monday - Friday from noon - 5 p.m. All are welcome. For ideas, suggestions, partnerships, and event requests, email campusinclusion@shu.edu and follow @shu_campusinclusion on Instagram to learn more.
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The learning space promotes inclusion, belonging, collegiality, and collaboration among students, faculty, staff, and administrators. The space is open Monday - Friday from noon - 5 p.m. All are welcome. For ideas, suggestions, partnerships, and event requests, email campusinclusion@shu.edu and follow @shu_campusinclusion on Instagram to learn more.
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Agape Latte - February 20, University Center, Event Room
Agape Latte is a monthly student-faculty coffeehouse hosted by the Center for Catholic Studies and Campus Ministry. After a student-led “opening act,” a Seton Hall faculty member will share a short, personal story of faith from their life.
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Eucharistic Exposition and Adoration - Every Tuesday, Thursday; Chapel of the Immaculate Conception
Take a break from the day and spend some time in quite prayer with Jesus in the Most Blessed Sacrament.
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The Feast of the Chair of St. Peter - February 22
A commemoration of the contributions of the Apostle to the Christian Church. It celebrates his authority and endless efforts to build a strong community around the teachings of Christ and has been celebrated since the earliest times in the Christian era.
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February 20: World Day of Social Justice: This day serves as a platform for raising awareness of social justice issues worldwide.
- February 23: World Understanding and Peace Day
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February 19: Day of Remembrance of Japanese American Incarceration During World War II
- February 25: Maha Shivaratri is an annual festival honoring Shiva, the Hindu God of destruction
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The Redpath Lecture: Dr. R. Isabela Morales - February 19, Maplewood
Using local examples to tell larger stories, award-winning author and historian Dr. Isabela Morales will discuss the history of enslaved people from New Jersey and Essex County's past.
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Coming Soon - Ramadan and March DEI Events
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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 also take time to review our campus resources:
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The DEI Committee is responsible for helping to cultivate and nurture a trusting and collaborative University community that educates and empowers all its members to advance equity, inclusion, and social justice on campus and in the wider world. Please fill out this form if you are interested in sharing events, initiatives, ideas, or looking to get involved.
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Our partners at EAB have developed a robust resource center that brings together a vast library of best practice DEIJ research, tools, and insights dedicated to "helping college and university leaders cultivate diversity, foster inclusion, promote equity, and fight for justice for their students, faculty, staff, and communities." All Seton Hall community members have access to this free resource. To sign up for a free account, use your SHU email address at eab.com.
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Rev. Dr. John J. Ranieri
Director, University Honors Program
Thomas and Ruth Sharkey Professor of Humanities
Professor of Philosophy
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Monica Burnette, Ph.D.
Vice President of Student Services
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Co-chairs, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee
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