It's a pleasure to welcome you all back for the start of another exciting semester. I hope you had a joyful and restful break over the holidays. On behalf of myself and the entire Graduate Affairs team, we wish you a very happy and healthy new year!
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As we embark on this new year and new semester, many of you are likely thinking about your goals. Your time at Seton Hall has likely been shaped by the many objectives you've set for yourself. We are thrilled to be a part of your journey and to assist you along the way.
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One of our office’s goals is to continue to engage with our graduate students and improve our communication and interaction with you. This monthly newsletter is one way we are striving to connect. Please make sure to read it each month to stay informed about what's happening and to learn about the amazing work and activities in which our graduate students are involved.
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We are also very excited to celebrate our graduate students during our second annual Graduate Student Appreciation Week, taking place from March 31 to April 4. Graduate Student Appreciation Week is a period each year when colleges and universities across the nation celebrate and recognize the contributions of their graduate students. This month's newsletter includes a preliminary schedule of events at Seton Hall to mark this significant week, with the finalized schedule to be released next month. Be sure to mark your calendars!
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Sincerely,
Christopher Cuccia, Ed.D.
Associate Provost for Academic and Graduate Affairs
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| Save the Date: Graduate Student Appreciation Week |
Join us from March 31 to April 4, 2025, for a week packed with opportunities to connect, network and celebrate the vital role you play in our community. This year's Graduate Student Appreciation Week is organized by the Office of Graduate Affairs in collaboration with Student Services, and it promises a variety of events and activities for you to enjoy.
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- Activities and Information Fair: Over two evenings, discover the range of services available to you, get a professional headshot, and enjoy a free mini massage.
- Dinner and Dessert Social: Relish an evening of delightful dining and sweet treats while socializing with your peers.
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IHS Campus Events: Similar opportunities for professional headshots and mini massages will be available at our Health Sciences campus.
- Graduate Students Care: Non-perishable donation collection boxes at all events.
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Whether you’re a regular on campus or not, this is a fantastic chance to engage with your graduate student community, gather valuable information and simply have a great time. Mark your calendar and don't miss out! More information to follow.
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| Seton Hall University's Hall-mark professional development courses are designed to equip professionals with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their careers and make a meaningful impact in their respective fields.
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Enjoying your graduate experience? Tell a friend and invite them to learn more about Seton Hall’s graduate studies.
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During Graduate Open House on Saturday, February 22 at 10 a.m., prospective students will have the chance to discover Seton Hall's 140 career-defining graduate degree and certificate programs.
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| Reminder: Women’s Basketball Game on February 8 |
If you have reserved tickets, please note the following:
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- Tip-off at Walsh Gym is scheduled for 2 p.m., with our Graduate Student pre-event starting at noon on campus.
- Keep an eye on your Seton Hall email for information on ticket distribution. Finalized details for the pre-game event are forthcoming and will also be communicated via email as well.
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If you have reserved tickets and encounter a conflict and are unable to attend, please contact Christine Yarwood at christine.yarwood@shu.edu to relinquish your ticket reservation.
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Tax Lab Presents VITA Pop-Up Event
On February 21 and April 4, 2025, Seton Hall University will be partnering with United Way to bring the VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) program to campus. VITA is a volunteer program that provides no-cost tax return preparation services for families and/or individuals with household incomes of up to $84,000. VITA volunteers are IRS-certified and help you prepare and file your taxes. Learn more and schedule an appointment here.
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Showcase Your Research at the Petersheim Academic Exposition
Individual abstract submission now open through Friday, March 14
Now in its 29th year, the 2025 Petersheim Academic Exposition “Share, Honor, Unite” — taking place from April 22 to 26 — is an annual tradition that brings together the entire Seton Hall University community for a celebration of scholastic accomplishments. The Expo is a wonderful opportunity for graduate students to showcase their research, connect with peers across disciplines and engage with faculty and administrators — plus, presenters are all eligible for a Student Travel Award, which could help you share your research on a national or global stage. Visit the Petersheim website for more information.
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Zero Chains Initiative Student Organization
Interested in human rights issues and want to make an impact?
Be one of the founding members of Zero Chains Initiative, a new organization dedicated to advocating for victims of human trafficking, including forced labor, slavery, sexual exploitation, child trafficking and exploitation, and transnational criminal organizational use of humans as assets to fund their enterprise. This new organization has a vision to become a major voice on campus and in the global conversation on trafficking and exploitation. If you are interested, reach out to Maximillian Otto at maximillian.otto@student.shu.edu or James Murray at james.murray@student.shu.edu.
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Doctoral Student Honored with Neuropsychology Research Award
Christina Korotki, a first-year doctoral student in the Counseling Psychology program, has been awarded the Rolland S. Parker Award for Outstanding Neuropsychology Research. Korotki received the honor at the Greater New York Behavioral Research Conference, held on November 2, 2024, at St. Francis College in Brooklyn. Her paper “Does Social Play Encourage Cognitive Stay?” explores building cognitive reserve through social gameboard play. The conference also featured contributions from Chad Larsen, a student in the M.A. in Psychological Studies program. Learn more about these student honors and contributions here.
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Higher Education Graduate Student Association Celebrates Community and Accomplishments at the Annual Winter Social
On December 4, over 60 faculty, students, alumni, prospective students and family members of the Higher Education Graduate Programs in the Department of Education Leadership, Management, and Policy (ELMP) gathered for a winter social. The Higher Education Graduate Student Association (HEGSA) serves students by providing social, networking and academic opportunities, as they share the common goal of advancing their graduate studies in Higher Education Programs in the College of Human Development, Culture, and Media. Read more about this event and organization.
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Samurah Curry
Major: M.A. in Communication
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For Samurah Curry, choosing Seton Hall’s M.A. in Communication program was about finding a graduate experience that balanced flexibility, real-world opportunities, and personal growth.
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Now thriving in the program, she sees it as the perfect foundation for tackling the challenges of today’s fast-paced communication industry.
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“What I enjoyed most was engaging with new material and exploring ideas in depth. I wasn’t ready to give that up, which made pursuing a master’s degree the clear choice,” she explained.
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| La'Tesha Sampson, Ph.D.
Director of Master’s in Public Administration;
Director, MSW Practicum Education
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In December, Sampson was honored with the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award, bestowed by the White House. This award is given to individuals who demonstrate an unwavering commitment to volunteerism and community service, with a minimum of 4,000 volunteer hours over their lifetime. It recognizes those who have dedicated themselves to making a tangible and positive impact in their communities.
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Sampson noted that “this honor serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of servant leadership and the responsibility we carry to uplift others.”
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What's Happening This Month
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Welcome back from The Career Center!
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To help you plan for a productive semester, save the dates for the below events from your Career Center:
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- Add dates to your calendar
- Schedule a resume review prior to the program
- Check out the Pirate’s Closet for professional clothing
- Review the event and speakers in advance to get the most out of the event
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Network with Business Professionals in Corporate Business, Government and Health in our Exploring Pathways Series:
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Join us for an empowering roundtable discussion while connecting, learning, and inspiring one another. Enjoy food and mingle with industry professionals while exploring strategies for career advancement, leadership development, work-life balance, and more!
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| Keep Track of Your Scholarship Before it Snowballs
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Seton Hall faculty can enhance the discovery of your scholarship over the break. ORCID is a unique, persistent identifier (PID) you can register for so funders, publishers, scholarly societies, and other researchers can quickly find and distinguish your work.
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Sign up today – instructions are here: https://library.shu.edu/orcid. You can transfer your scholarship between ORCID, Digital Measures, HeinOnline, Scopus or Google Scholar with a simple text file. Reach out to your liaison librarian with any questions.
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The Graduate Affairs Team is located in Schwartz Hall on the 2nd Floor. Feel free to drop in!
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We are located with other teams from Academic Affairs including the Pre-Professional Advising Center, the Buccino Leadership Institute, the Division of Continuing Education and Professional Studies, and the CyberX Cybersecurity Lab.
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