From the Office of the Dean |
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Welcome to our second CHDCM newsletter of the 2025-26 academic year! I hope that these early weeks of the semester have treated you well, and that you’re looking forward to all that the Fall season has to offer.
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I have really enjoyed seeing the renewed activity around campus, and with the beautiful weather we’ve been having (this weekend’s rain aside), it’s been fun to walk around and catch up with students and faculty I haven’t seen for a few months. It’s also been great to welcome our new students and faculty to CHDCM! And speaking of a CHDCM welcome: I hope to see you all *tomorrow*, September 9, at 12pm in Bethany A for our fantastic Fall tradition, the CHDCM Convocation! Sign up here, if you haven’t already, and join us for a community welcome and rally, including a shared meal, the Scream truck, and this year’s official CHDCM shirt—not to mention the unveiling of our CHDCM Laptop Sticker Challenge…..so I hope to see all of you there!!!
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As you gear up for tomorrow, though, check out the articles below to learn more about some of the wonderful, talented people of CHDCM. You’ll also see announcements of upcoming events, and other opportunities to get involved in the many organizations and initiatives within our College—so scroll down and enjoy. And, as always, please keep your good news and event notes coming. See you tomorrow, at the CHDCM Convocation!
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Dr. Bryan Crable
Founding Dean
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Congratulations to Dr. Daniel Katz, who was featured as an educational expert in WalletHub’s panel on “The Most and Least Educated Cities in America.” In the piece published on June 30, 2025, Dr. Katz shared his insights on how education shapes economic resilience, the role of policy in workforce development, and today’s top issues in education.
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Student Organization Highlight |
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Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA)
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The Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) is a student-run subsection of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA). The chapter at Seton Hall is open to students of all majors, offering many opportunities to network and build up your resume. PRSSA hosts events such as resume workshops, panels with young PR professionals, and fun activities like holiday parties. You do not have to be a paid member to come to our events; however, it is required for other aspects of PRSSA.
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PRSSA also has two professional opportunities that are available to paid members to further their public relations skills. The Litore Agency is PRSSA’s student-run PR firm that works with non-profit clients to provide strategy and publicity for their company. This is a great way for students to strengthen their professional skills and have experience with a PR internship. The Bateman competition is a year-long competition through PRSSA nationals in which teams from schools across the country compete to design the best public relations campaign. If you are interested in joining, please email jacqueline.litowinsky@student.shu.edu to be added to the email list and follow SHU PRSSA on Instagram @setonhallprssa.
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| Kendra Sherman graduated from Sacred Heart University (the other SHU!) with a Bachelor’s in Biology and a minor in Chemistry, then earned her M.A. in Higher Education Administration and a Certificate in International Higher Education from Boston College.
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She joined Seton Hall in summer 2022 as Area Coordinator for the First-Year area in Residence Life while beginning her Ph.D. in Higher Education, Leadership, Management, and Policy. Within six months, she was promoted to Assistant Director and has enjoyed working closely with RAs on campus.
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Outside of her role, Kendra teaches University Life, facilitates R.A.D. self-defense classes for women each semester, and collaborates with the Office of International Programs to chaperone the ROTC trip to Vietnam. Her dissertation explores collaboration between residence life and faculty on short-term education abroad programs, and she recently won Best Presentation at the BAASANA conference. She plans to defend this October, present at CIES in March 2026, and become the first in her family to earn a doctorate.
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Center for Sports Media News |
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| From Seton Hall to ESPN: Megan Brush Heads to Bristol
Congrats to Senior Megan Brush, Public Relations major and Graphic Design and Advertising minor, who was selected for the ESPN Brand Marketing Internship this fall! We can’t wait to see all she accomplishes; check out last year’s intern experience to get a glimpse of what’s ahead.
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ICR: Spring 2025 Semester of Scholarship
The Institute for Communication and Religion, an affiliated unit within the College of Human Development, Culture and Media (CHDCM), reports a very productive spring semester.
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SHU TV Students Interview Monsignor Reilly
SHU TV students produce a variety of live and pre-taped video content, including a recent interview with Seton Hall University’s 22nd President, Monsignor Joseph Reilly.
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Trending @SetonHall_CHDCM |
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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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Jazz 'n the Hall Concert Series: Lionel Hampton Big Band
This Jazz ’n the Hall Concert Series presented by Seton Hall University’s Arts Council features high-level student jazz musicians performing alongside Grammy Award-winning members of the iconic Lionel Hampton Big Band, creating a unique and dynamic collaboration.
Tuesday, October 14, 2025 | 7 PM
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