Impact Student Conference, SAB Presents: Pumpkins & Pickleball, & Halloween Trick or Treat Trail

Dear Pirates,

Happy Week 9, Pirates! 🎃 There’s plenty to look forward to this week as fall festivities and Halloween fun take over campus! Whether you’re looking to learn a new skill at the Impact Student Conference, get creative by painting a pumpkin, or enjoy other seasonal events, there’s something for everyone. Check out what’s happening around SHU this week and make plans to get involved!

📚 Seek out Academic Support Resources for Midterms!
There are several academic support services to assist you prepare for midterm exams: Tutoring, Supplemental Instruction, Academic Coaching, Writing Center, Math Learning Lab, and more. Tutor.com offers tutoring 24/7/365.

🚐 SHU Shuttle Weekend Service to West Orange!
Public Safety and Parking Services are excited to roll out updated weekend shuttle routes to Essex Green Town Center and West Orange Plaza, giving the Seton Hall community even more places to shop, eat, catch a movie, grab groceries, or simply get off campus for a few hours.

🐾 #PiratePets
Your pet is an extension of you! If you have a pet in Pirate apparel, submit your photo here. Your pet could be featured on our #PiratePet wall of the University Center.

🎶 #PiratePlaylist 
Please help us populate our #PiratePlaylist 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.
This week, we added "End of Beginning” by Djo!

Remember that we are stronger together. Please take care of yourself and each other. 

If you have ideas, suggestions, or comments, please email studentservices@shu.edu or share them in our Student Services Suggestion Box. 

Go Pirates!

Monica Burnette, Ph.D.
Vice President of Student Services

Pet of the Week:
Goose 🐈

Our Pirate Community

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.

Please take time to review our campus resources and ask for help if needed:

#HALLSTUDENTS

You want it, we got it…at 🔹IMPACT🔹 THIS FRIDAY! Register on the SHU Mobile App for a day of leadership, professional development, and networking

Overwhelmed with midterms, struggling with burnout, or just need to talk? Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) is here to help. CAPS is located in Mooney Hall (Room 27), reachable in-person or by phone, and provides free year-round counseling, consultation, and referral services to Seton Hall students. If you’re unsure where to start with making an appointment, here’s a helpful guide!

We had an INCREDIBLE turnout for yesterday's African Texts & Textiles event hosted by the Archives & Special Collections! ✨ A HUGE thank you to our amazing guest speakers: Dr. Sana Mirza, Dr. Forrest Pritchett, and Mr. Richard Stern for sharing their knowledge and leading engaging conversations. Their lectures were filmed and will be available soon! Stay tuned for more Seton Hall University University Libraries events ~

Dr. Nicole Paternoster Director of the Academic Resource Center

Tip of the week

Progress over perfection! You don't have to have everything figured out. College is about learning, growing, and sometimes making mistakes along the way. What matters is that you keep moving forward even when faced with challenges.
Asking for help is strength, not a weakness. Whether you're struggling in a class, feeling overwhelmed, or just need a little guidance, take advantage of the people and resources available to you. Start by making an appointment with an academic coach at the ARC or with your advisor.
Work smarter, not just harder. Pulling an all-nighter isn't always the answer. Take breaks, get sleep, and remember that taking care of yourself is just as important as checking things off your to-do list.

Did you know?

The International College Learning Center Association (ICLCA) Learning Center Certification is a significant accomplishment that recognizes the Academic Resource Center’s commitment to excellence in academic support services, staff training, assessment practices, and student success initiatives. The ARC is one of only 10 learning centers in the country to earn this designation, highlighting the center’s dedication to maintaining high professional standards and implementing best practices in tutoring and academic support.

Quote of the Week

“The tutors believed in my abilities and got excited when I would succeed. I am really grateful for them!”

– SHU Student

Your Voice Matters

Your Voice. Your Experience. Your Seton Hall.

You should have received the Student Satisfaction Survey this week, and it is your chance to tell us what’s working, what could be better, and what you’d like to see change at Seton Hall.

Your feedback helps shape the student experience—from campus life and support services to the resources and
When the survey arrives, take a few minutes to share your experience. Incentives will be available for students who participate.

Student Life Information

📅 Student Engagement Calendar & University Events Calendar
Stay up to date on upcoming events and programs happening on campus.

📲 Seton Hall Mobile App

Download the Seton Hall Mobile App today! Seton Hall Mobile connects you to the people, programs, and resources that shape campus life. Discover campus events, join clubs and organizations, explore services and navigate your way around campus.
Seton Hall Mobile App - App Store
Seton Hall Mobile - Apps on Google Play

Featured Events

IMPACT Student Conference
Friday, October 23, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
The IMPACT Student Leadership Conference is a signature Seton Hall tradition that brings together students, faculty and administrators for a day of connection, learning and growth.

DOVE Halloween Carnival
Friday, October 23, 5:45 – 8:30 p.m.
At DOVE's annual Halloween Carnival this year, guests from various group homes across New Jersey will join us in Bethany Hall for a night of food, games, crafts, photo opportunities and lots of dancing!

SAB Presents: Pickleball and Pumpkins
Tuesday, October 27, 5 - 9 p.m.
Get ready for Halloween with a spooky game of pickleball. Play in a tournament to win prizes!

Halloween Trick or Treat Trail
Thursday, October 29, 12 - 3 p.m.
Start at any participating location to grab your map! Event ends in Bethany Hall.

SAB & OSE Present: 4th Annual Howl-o-ween Pet Parade
Friday, October 30, 11:30 am.. - 1:30 p.m.
Get ready for some TRICKS and TREATS! There will be costume contests, photo ops, food trucks & more!

R.A.D. Self-defense Course
Saturday, October 31, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Our free two-day Rape Aggression Defense course (RAD) is offered with the aim of teaching members of the community about risk awareness.