Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee

November is Native American Heritage Month, when we honor, celebrate, and recognize Native American and Alaskan Native culture, traditions, and history as well as the significant contributions that these Americans made to the establishment and growth of the United States. Find out more about Native American Heritage Month and the Special Collections & The Gallery: Object of the Week: Jennings Petroglyph in the University Library. November 28 is the National Day of Mourning that aims to raise awareness toward historical and ongoing struggles facing Native American tribes.

2024 NJ Ballot Bowl Competition

As we approach the U.S. Presidential Election on November 5, Seton Hall is dedicated to fostering a safe, welcoming and inclusive campus environment. There is no better way to achieve our goals for the nation than participating in the democratic process through voting.

Seton Hall and the Student Government Association have teamed up with TurboVote, a non-profit, non-partisan organization, to make voting easy to do! Go to http://shu.turbovote.org or email sga@shu.edu with questions. Help Seton Hall win the 2024 NJ Ballot Bowl, a competition across all NJ Schools to encourage voter registration and pledges for the November General Election. Take the one-minute pledge here.

On November 13, join members of the Seton Hall community, alongside members of Congress and Congressional staff in celebrating The Hall on the Hill in Washington, D.C. Register Here.

Veterans Day (November 11)

Veterans Day  honors members of the military who have nobly served in America’s armed forces. Seton Hall has long been an institution with a remarkable military tradition. That legacy continues today through the ROTC and our designation as a Yellow Ribbon school, among a host of service-related initiatives and support programs.

Reading by Two Authors from Eastern Europe (November 7, Fahy Hall 236)

This event features Eastern European literature and cultural insights, supported by the DEI Committee.

Flu/COVID Booster Vaccine Clinics (November 12, University Center, Event Room)

Clinics are co-sponsored with Walgreens Pharmacy and are open to all students, faculty, and employees. Individuals will be able to sign up for a specific appointment time closer to clinic dates. If interested, schedule an appointment here.

Stop by the Campus Inclusion & Community Center (University Center, 209) on Halloween Day (October 31) between 1 to 3 p.m. to pick up candy, treats, and raffle prizes. Our Commuter Study Hall on November 11 from 12 to 5 p.m. offers light snacks, comfy chairs and charging stations for your tech.

Anti-Racism Training (November 15, University Center, Campus Inclusion Room 209)

Join members from the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee for an interactive workshop on anti-racism. Register here.

Let’s Talk Series - Being 1st Gen (November 16, University Center, Campus Inclusion Room 209)

Campus Inclusion partners with First-Generation Forward (Gen 1) and the Resilience, Integrity, Scholarship & Excellence program (RISE) to discuss Being 1st Gen. Let’s Talk series is a safe space for students to share, discuss and learn resources on various topics.

Gratitude Interfaith Dinner (November 18, University Center, Chancellor’s Suite)

Join Campus Ministry, Student Services and Campus Inclusion for Gratitude Interfaith Dinner. We will share a meal and express gratitude in all of the many ways our cultures give thanks. All are welcome!

Hall Homecoming & Family Weekend (November 1-4)

This exciting event is designed to bring together our entire community – alumni, parents, students, faculty, staff, and the surrounding community – for a weekend filled with fun, connection, and Pirate Pride! Learn more here.

Presidential Investiture (November 4)

The investiture will formally welcome President Reilly and launch a new era of Setonian achievement built on a foundation of hope, faith, service and excellence. See the full schedule of events.

Celebrating Dorothy Day (November 6, University Center, Chancellor’s Suite)

The Department of Catholic Studies and the University Core Curriculum invite you to celebrate the life and legacy of Servant of God, Dorothy Day.

Kristallnacht Commemoration (November 14, University Green)

The University community is invited to commemorate Kristallnacht, or the Night of Broken Glass, hosted by the Sister Rose Thering Fund. The commemoration will include a short program with speakers, music and reflection on event many consider the first atrocity of the Holocaust.

Virtual Talk and Workshop: Kwame Sarfo-Mensah (November 18, Virtual)

The talk will consider the various "cultural" challenges instructors and students face in the classroom. These can include misread cues, language differences, and different approaches to engagement.

World Leaders Forum - Nadia Murad, Nobel Peace Prize Laureate (November 20, Bethany Room A)

Nadia Murad, 2018 Nobel Peace Prize laureate and UNODC Goodwill Ambassador, returns to Seton Hall as a guest of the World Leaders Forum. Hosted by the School of Diplomacy and International Relations, the World Leaders Forum provides a space for dialogue where distinguished visitors and students have an opportunity to discuss critical global concerns.

Campus Events

Dates of Note

During the month of November, as the liturgical year comes to a close, the Catholic Church remembers all the faithful who have died, and the readings of the liturgy focus our attention on the end of all things and the ultimate triumph of Christ.

DOVE Toy Drive (November)
The DOVE Toy Drive brings joy to children Christmas morning, supporting our immediate neighbors and reaching as far as the Appalachian region of West Virginia. 

The Division of Volunteer Efforts (DOVE) aims to raise the Seton Hall community's awareness of social injustice by directly serving others. View and sign up for upcoming DOVE events. 

Fall Toth-Lonergan Lecture (November 13, Walsh Library, Beck Room A,B,C)
Visiting Toth-Lonergan Professor, Francesca Zaccaron, Ph.D., will offer insights on the importance of happiness within educating the whole person.

‘Nature, Grace, and Secular Culture’ (November 21, Schwartz Hall, Room 112)
Father Christian Irdi will engage John Milbank, Joseph Ratzinger, and their critics in a dialogue on secularization and its pastoral impact on the universal church today.

Women, Health Care and Catholic Traditions (November 21, University Center Event Lounge)
Women involved in the Catholic Intellectual Traditions have enhanced faith and compassion, and challenged the meaning of peace, hope and charity.

November is National Diabetes Month, a time when communities across the country seek to bring attention to diabetes. The theme for National Diabetes Month in 2024 is "Take Charge of Tomorrow: Preventing Diabetes Health Problems".

Thanksgiving Day is the season for reuniting, sharing a meal, and giving thanks.

We also acknowledge … 

We are deeply concerned and saddened by the ongoing outbreaks of violence and loss of life at home and abroad. Our hearts and prayers go out to those affected.

Please take time to review our campus resources:

Community Events

Running with the Devils
November 3, West Orange
The RWJ Barnabas Health Running with the Devils 5K Run & Walk will celebrate promoting healthy, active lifestyles to build stronger, healthier communities.

Community Day: Celebrating Indigenous Art & Culture
November 7, Newark
Celebrate Indigenous Heritage Month through dance, drums, hands-on activities, and more. Explore the galleries where art comes to life.

Elusive Sounds Presents: The Ninth Maplewood Record Fair
November 10, Maplewood
Over 40 tables of new and used vinyl records, cassettes, CDs, 8-tracks, toys, comics, vintage clothes, stereo equipment, musical instruments, rare books and magazines, classic video games, and more at The Woodland.

Elusive Sounds Presents: The Ninth Maplewood Record Fair
November 10, Maplewood
Over 40 tables of new and used vinyl records, cassettes, CDs, 8-tracks, toys, comics, vintage clothes, stereo equipment, musical instruments, rare books and magazines, classic video games, and more at The Woodland.

Two Towns Turkey Trot
November 23, Maplewood
The 2024 Two Towns Turkey Trot 5K & Kids' Fun Run, presented by the Seth Boyden PTA at South Mountain Reservation on Crest Drive in Maplewood will include a kids’ fun run and prizes.

Heritage Month Celebrations
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.