From the Office of the Dean |
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Hello and welcome to another edition of the CHDCM newsletter!
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I hope that all of you reading these words had a wonderful Halloween weekend, and that your Monday has started off well, despite this gloomy New Jersey weather!
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Of course, the start of November not only signals the impending end of the semester, but also the close of election season. As Msgr. Reilly’s message to the community noted, the democratic process is sacred to our community and nation, and the right to vote is something that was, for many, the result of struggle, sacrifice, and advocacy….not something to be taken lightly! Unless you’ve already voted through mail-in or early voting, I hope that tomorrow all of us exercise the democratic right to cast our ballot. As I note every year at this time, I always think of our College community, and especially our students, when I enter the booth. If our democracy is to remain vibrant and productive, our nation needs educated, innovative, and engaged artists, journalists, media, PR, and communication professionals, content creators, PreK-12 teachers, school principals and superintendents, therapists and counselors, learning technology professionals, designers, advocates, activists, and more….every single one of us who falls under the umbrella of the College of Human Development, Culture, and Media. I look forward to seeing the future that you all, collectively, help bring into being—starting with tomorrow’s election!
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As we enter November, I also want to once again thank all of you who led, attended, and participated in our monthlong series of events tied to the new CHDCM One College, One Exhibition initiative. There’s a great story on the launch below, but here I want to express my sincere gratitude for the enthusiasm, creativity, and engagement that the CHDCM community brought to these events. As I attended each event, I was truly proud of our community, and of all that we’ve accomplished together in the College’s first two years. The close of the exhibition left me a bit sad, but also excited for the future—so: THANK YOU!!
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And with that pre-Thanksgiving expression of gratitude, let’s kick off this edition of the CHDCM newsletter! I invite you to read on and check out the amazing work that our community is doing—and the accolades that our people are receiving. Otherwise, stay warm, good luck with the work of this busy period of the semester, and have a great two weeks!
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Dr. Bryan Crable
Founding Dean
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Congratulations to Omayra Arocho, Ph.D., who was awarded the Lucinda Rose Counselor Award. This award is given once each biennium to an outstanding Kappa Delta Pi (KDP) Counselor who has 10 or more years of service as a Counselor/Associate Counselor. Dr. Arocho chosen from over 860 Kappa Delta Pi International Honor Society chapters across the world.
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Santiago Castiello Gutierrez, Ph.D.
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| Congratulations to Nicole Hansen, Ph.D., whose co-authored article,
"Turning the Tide: Teacher Educators’ Experiences Using an Anti-Ableist Disability Discussion Tool", was published in the Spring 2025 issue of Teacher Education Quarterly.
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Additionally, Dr. Hansen's work, Supporting Teachers to Teach Disability History with Confidence: Lessons from New Jersey, was featured on Emerging America's blog.
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Congratulations to Kishon Hickman, Ph.D., who has been selected for the Fulbright Specialist Roster by the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. Dr. Hickman has been approved for a three-year tenure (2025-2028) and is eligible to collaborate with institutions in 150+ countries on projects focused on law enforcement leadership, criminal justice education, community policing, and cybersecurity.
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Congratulations to Jason Tramm, DMA and the Chamber Choir for their performance of "A Millenium of Motets" at St. Patrick's Cathedral on October 30. You can view the beautiful performance on YouTube by clicking here.
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Student Organization Highlight |
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Counseling Psychology Student Association (CPSA)
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The Counseling Psychology Student Association (CPSA) was established in the 1990s. CPSA works to provide opportunities for students to enhance their training and professional development. Students also use the organization to engage in advocacy efforts and promote social justice through its various committees. CPSA is focused on bridging and building internal community within the department while finding ways to engage in social justice, advocacy and research initiatives.
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CPSA also provides multicultural research to Counseling Psychology Ph.D. students through the Paul T. Hartman Fund for Multicultural Research. They also host a yearly multicultural celebration, celebrating diversity among the students and their research.
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CPSA is dedicated to supporting students in their advocacy and care for clients, especially in light of recent policy changes. The organization fosters community and mutual support among students while emphasizing respectful language, awareness of policy impacts, and the importance of staying informed about immigration, relocation, and broader mental health industry developments.
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| Ryan Fox is a Junior studying Communication at Seton Hall University’s CHDCM. He is an active participant and student manager at WSOU 89.5 FM, he serves as the Staff Representative.
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Through his tenure at Seton Hall and WSOU, he has provided media coverage as a credentialed member for the New Jersey Devils and Seton Hall’s NCAA Division 1 athletics. Upon entering WSOU, he was selected to be an assistant manager in WSOU’s Promotions department, which led to his role on the student management board.
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In Ryan’s free time, he is a massive fan of sports. His favorite teams are the New Jersey Devils, Los Angeles Chargers, New York Yankees and Toronto Raptors. Aside from sports, he loves being outside and enjoys staying active as well as hiking. He was born and raised in Union, New Jersey and knew that he wanted to be a Pirate for as long as he could remember as his family are all Seton Hall graduates.
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Pirate Broadcasters Earn National Recognition in Denver
Students attended the National Student Media Convention in Denver (Oct. 23–25), where 10 WSOU student managers and 5 SHU TV producers took part in breakout sessions, workshops, and networking. WSOU students Lauren Reese, Joe Morales, and Chris Heite, along with SHU TV/WSOU’s Chris Aurilio, also presented sessions; with WSOU earning 2nd place for Best Sports Show for Hall Line.
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| WSOU Student Leaders Attend Conference
The National Association of Broadcasters held their yearly conference in mid-October. WSOU student managers attended the awards dinner at the Edison Ballroom in NYC.
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| WSOU Alumni Welcome Students to SiriusXM Studios
WSOU Students visited the Sirius XM studios on 10/17. They were accompanied by two WSOU alumnus and Sirius employees, Andre Viola ‘18 (far right) and Erin Kelly ’19 (bottom right).
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| WSOU Pirate Radio mobile app
WSOU has a new updated app. Available for Apple and Android devices. Search "WSOU Pirate Radio" on your app store
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Center for Sports Media News |
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Pirates in the Field: Big East Media Day Coverage
Seton Hall was well represented at this year’s Big East Media Day, where five of our student journalists: Amya McKnight, James Costa, Christian Hui, Jayden Brackett, and Jaden Highsmith, captured the excitement of the day both on and off the court. From player interviews to behind-the-scenes moments, the team delivered dynamic coverage, including eight Instagram reels and a “Day in the Life” feature
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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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| Il Trovatore in Concert
Giuseppe Verdi’s Il Trovatore is one of opera’s most thrilling masterpieces. The Seton Hall University Classical Concert Series at SOPAC features the MidAtlantic Philharmonic Orchestra, top soloists, and the Seton Hall Chorus.
Tuesday, November 13, 2025 | 6:30 PM
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United States Military Veterans All Stars
The United States Military Veterans All Stars deliver a lively program of beloved standards and patriotic tunes in tribute to U.S. veterans of every generation. Featuring service-driven artists whose exceptional talent delights and surprises audiences.
Tuesday, November 18, 2025 | 7:30 PM
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| Seton Hall University Annual Winter Concert
Ring in the holiday season with the Seton Hall University Chorus, Concert Band, and Chamber Choir at their Annual Winter Concert, a cherished tradition at SOPAC.
Thursday, December 4, 2025 | 7:30 PM
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