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We hope you had a wonderful and restful Thanksgiving break. As finals approach, please contact your academic advisors and connect to Student Services campus resources. Several offices and events can support your academic success, including SHARCfest Fall 2025, the Center for Academic Success, Academic Resource Center, Math Learning Lab, Writing Center, and the University Library. Tutor.com is an on-demand online tutoring platform available 365/24/7 on Canvas.

Remember that Reading Day is December 9. Good luck with your final exams! Please be sure to check the academic calendar and your class syllabi before finalizing your holiday travel plans.

Undergraduate Winter and Spring 2025 registration is open! See here for instructions and the registration schedule. Please be sure to connect with your Student Success or Academic Advisor if you have any questions regarding registration.

Christmas at the Hall
We hope you enjoyed the 16th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting! Here's why Seton Hall continues to be named the Best College for Holiday Events! More fun events this month can be found here: 

December is a month filled with an abundance of religious and cultural diversity. Whether you celebrate Hanukkah, Christmas, Winter Solstice, Kwanzaa, or another holiday, we wish you a special and joyous time with family, friends, and loved ones.

DOVE Toy Drive
Date: Through December 5
Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: DOVE Office Boland 108
The toy drive is part of For All, Forever: A Campaign for a Greater Seton Hall, which focuses on enriching student education and community engagement. Those interested in participating in the toy drive can donate online or drop off new, unwrapped toys at the DOVE office weekdays between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. through December 5.

The Teddy Bear Project
Please donate a new teddy bear/s (any size) to support The Teddy Bear Project. The new teddy bears are distributed through CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) to children in foster care throughout New Jersey. Please bring your new, unwrapped teddy bear/s to Bayley Hall, Room 108.  

Winter Session Registration
Seton Hall University invites students to get ahead this year by enrolling in the 2026 winter session, which runs January 2 through January 13, 2026. This accelerated session offers a wide array of online and in-person courses designed to help students earn credits in just two weeks. It is an ideal opportunity to catch up, stay on track, or even get ahead in their academic journey.

Blessing of the Brains!
Date: Sunday, December 7
Time: 8 – 9 p.m.
Location: Chapel of the Immaculate Conception
Nervous for exams? Don't worry! Take a break from studying and join us for a special "Blessing of the Brains" as you prepare to close out another great semester. 

At the end of the 8 p.m. Mass, all students will receive a special "Blessing of the Brains," during which we will ask the Holy Spirit to fill their minds with wisdom and knowledge as they prepare to ace all their exams. All are welcome and encouraged to attend - Catholic or not!

For all graduate-level webinars, events, resources, and information, click here.

The Hospitality of Advent
Join the School of Theology for our 2025 Advent meditation series, Charity and Hospitality: Praying through Advent with St. Elizabeth Ann Seton. Using the Scripture of the day and a different quote each day from the letters, journals, and conversations of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, we will be invited to prepare our hearts and minds during this Advent season.

Keep up with the Academic Calendar and the Holidays and Holy Days.

Remember to check out the Residence Life Break Calendar for information on residence hall closings and openings.

OSE & SAB Present: Final Free Zone
Date: Monday, December 8
Time: 11 a.m.- 2 p.m.
Location: UC Event Room
Stressed about finals? Need a break from studying? Join OSE and SAB for Final Free Zone, a relaxing break from the stresses of exams. Enjoy a soup bar, mindful activities, and overall stress-free vibes.

SGA Winter Wonderland Gala
Date: Monday, December 8
Time: 6 - 7 p.m.
Location: UC Event Room
Come join SGA for a night of fun, music, food, and games to celebrate clubs and organizations for their hard work this semester!

SHARCFest Fall 2025
Date: Tuesday, December 9
Time: 10 a.m.- 3 p.m.
Location: Schwartz Hall
SHARCfest is Seton Hall Tutoring's signature end-of-semester event, bringing academic support and stress relief together in one place. Stop by for drop-in tutoring, final exam prep workshops, and hands-on help from ARC staff and peer leaders. Need a brain break? Our relaxation zone offers arts and crafts. Enjoy free food, festive activities, and chances to win raffle prizes by attending workshops and drop-in tutoring!

Check out the list of games to support our Seton Hall Pirates!

South Orange Downtown is a vibrant community filled with a diverse mix of businesses that offer unique experiences. We invite you to shop, dine, and experience South Orange Downtown. Check out the Events Page!

As a Seton Hall student or faculty member, you get access to special discounts at participating South Orange Downtown businesses just by showing your valid SHU ID. See the list of participating businesses here.

Pirate Playlist Song Requests

Please help us populate our Pirate Playlist 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

Get Involved on ENGAGE!

Check out our platform, ENGAGE! Login with your PirateNet credentials to learn more about clubs & organizations, Fraternity & Sorority Life, campus events, and more! While you’re at it download CORQ on your phone to RSVP to events and never miss out on what’s happening on campus.

Stay informed about what's happening throughout the campus. View the University Calendar.

Share your ideas, suggestions and comments in our Student Services Suggestion Box.