It’s amazing how fast this semester is going by. I hope that as you continue your graduate studies that your time and efforts have been fruitful and drawing closer to you realizing your academic and professional goals.
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As an integral part of this community, Seton Hall is excited to celebrate you next week
(April 2–5, 2024) during our week-long schedule of events in honor of National Graduate Student Appreciation Week! I am hopeful that you will be able to join us at several of the wonderful activities that have been planned. See the headline below for a link to information and registration.
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Another item of importance as you prepare for registration is to make sure you are regularly keeping track of your budget needs that finance your continued educational goals. See the below for some great tips to keep in mind as you manage this financial plan.
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Always remember that the Office of Graduate Affairs and I are here to help you through your journey. We are a great resource to be able to point you in the right direction, so your needs are met in an efficient fashion. Remember, we are now located in our new home on the 2nd floor of the Schwartz Building.
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Christopher Cuccia, Ed.D.
Associate Provost for Academic and Graduate Affairs
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| National Graduate Student Appreciation Week is Here (April 2-4, 2024)
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Events include professional headshots, professional development workshop, dinner and social hour, financial literacy workshop, Health and Life Balance Awareness Fair and more!
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There will be a Graduate Student Food Donation Drive throughout the week - look for the non-perishable food collection boxes at each event to donate.
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| Are you Not able to register for the next term due to an unpaid balance? |
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Students can access their accounts through the PirateNet Portal to view the amount owed.
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www.studentaid.gov is the site to apply for Direct Unsubsidized Loans (23-24 FAFSA is required for the Spring term)
- If you already received a Direct Unsubsidized Loan and still owe, you may need to utilize the Grad Plus Loan
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You can also research a Private Lender at www.elmselect.com (Accepts students that are less than Halftime)
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| College of Nursing Launches LinkedIn Page |
The College of Nursing recently launched its own LinkedIn Page to highlight the many different happenings and notable news specific to their college. Be sure to follow them on LinkedIn at Seton Hall University College of Nursing.
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Internationally renowned academic Slavoj Žižek is once again coming to Seton Hall – this time to present a talk entitled “Why Authoritarian Leaders Are Obscene.”
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| Education Leadership, Management and Policy (ELMP) Doctoral Students Making News |
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ELMP doctoral students Marsha Philemon, Yolanda Jackson, Lula Baker, and Emily Wureh will present their research in a panel discussion on the issues African American women face in various positions within academia. This panel was accepted in the program of the upcoming Conference on Women and Gender on April 5.
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ELMP doctoral student, Hanan Abu Salih, will present a paper and receive a travel grant to present in this year’s WES-CIHE Summer Institute at Boston College. In her paper “Between Neutrality and Caesarism: The Role of University Presidents in Shaping Institutional Identity," Abu Salih explores the challenges faced by U.S. university presidents in navigating the complexities of institutional neutrality amidst global conflicts. It delves into the politicization of higher education, focusing on recent shifts in university leaders' responses to international issues, particularly the Palestinian-Israeli conflict.
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| The Life-Changing Impacts of ICSST’s 2023 Ecumenical Symposium in Rome, Italy |
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| Seton Hall University Awarded Nearly $1 Million to Advance Semiconductor Research |
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| Emma Newgarden
Year: 2nd Year
Major: M.A. Theology
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Graduate Student's Research Explores Humility in Summa Theologiae
Newgarden recently published her research on humility within Thomas Aquinas's Summa Theologiae – known worldwide as one of the most influential works of theology – in the esteemed scholarly journal, New Blackfriars. Click here to read more.
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| David Glover, Jr.
Year: 2004
Major: M.S. Athletic Training
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| Assistant Professor, Department of Biological Sciences
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Erik Hill, Ph.D. has received a distinctive honor as a recipient of the Peggy Cotter Award for ASM Microbe 2024. Hill’s selection for this award is a testament to his outstanding contributions to the field of microbiology and his potential as a promising young scientist. With the support of the Peggy Cotter Award, Hill will have the opportunity to immerse himself in cutting-edge scientific programming and engage with leading experts in the microbial sciences. Learn more about Hill’s significant achievement for Dr. Hill.
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What's Happening This Month
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Tips for Successful Networking
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- Speak with your professors to get a sense of active professional associations in the area, upcoming networking events and experts in your field of interest.
- Regularly review industry and trade publications and videos and identify current trends, recent events and new innovations/practices within the field. You will then be prepared to have more impactful conversations when speaking with professionals.
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Identity one to three events each month related to your field and interests and add them to your calendar. Click here to view the University’s calendar for workshops and trainings.
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Set a reminder to review and update your LinkedIn profile each month to ensure that the information is always current.
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Schedule an appointment to speak with your career advisor through Compass. Contact the Career Center directly at 973-761-9355 if you have any difficulty scheduling online.
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Did you know that Seton Hall is an Adobe Creative Campus? The first of its kind in New Jersey, this partnership allows members of the University community access to the Adobe Creative Cloud suite of apps.
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Free Adobe Creative Cloud Access: Seton Hall ensures all students and faculty can freely access Adobe Creative Cloud, equipping them with professional tools for digital creation and innovation.
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Creative Skills Series: The university curates a series of tutorials aimed at enhancing creative skills, from beginner to advanced levels, with the added benefit of earning digital badges for completed sessions, showcasing your new skills.
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Adobe Workshops: Through specialized workshops, participants can dive deeper into Adobe software, learning practical applications and creative techniques to elevate their academic and professional projects.
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Leveraging Adobe Education Exchange: Seton Hall encourages the use of Adobe Education Exchange, providing educators and students with access to an extensive library of resources, including lesson plans and collaborative projects, to enrich the learning experience.
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The Graduate Affairs Team is also growing and has relocated to the 2nd Floor of Schwartz Hall. Feel free to drop in and see our new space. It is located with other teams from Academic Affairs including the Professional Advising Center, the Buccino Leadership Institute, the Division of Continuing Education and Professional Services, and the CyberX Cybersecurity Lab.
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