From the Office of the Dean |
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Happy Monday—as the CHDCM newsletter returns to its regularly-scheduled day for the first time this semester!
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I hope that this finds you all well, and that you’re enjoying the slow return to normal-ISH winter temperatures. Hopefully, you survived the terrible cold with a minimum of damage/hassle, and are looking forward to temperatures in the 40s (!) in the coming days.
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I’m also writing this the day after the Super Bowl! It was a Seattle defensive masterpiece, and perhaps not great television—but the most important part was that our College was onsite in Santa Clara all week long, thanks to our Pirates in the Field experiential learning program! Thanks to B.J. Schecter, the Executive Director of our Center for Sports Media, Joe Morales and Jack Pine had a once-in-a-lifetime experience covering the Big Game—you can check out the story below for more details and learn more about this fantastic program! Meanwhile, other CHDCM students were working for NBC Sports as the Winter Olympics kicked off—lots for us to celebrate!
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Today’s edition also marks the first newsletter of Black History Month, and so I want to encourage you to check out the events happening University-wide—which was inaugurated by President Gerald Ford in 1976, which means we’re also celebrating 50 years of Black History Months! We’ll keep celebrating our amazing, diverse community throughout the year, especially during national heritage months, and will highlight CHDCM events connected to them in these newsletters, as we go forward.
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With that, I will stop and let our articles take it from here. As always, I hope you will read on, and enjoy the good news and shout outs from our CHDCM community. Keep those news & notes coming, keep on checking the forecasts, and have a great two weeks of classes!
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Dr. Bryan Crable
Founding Dean
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Congratulations to Dr. Andy Stuhl, who was selected as the recipient of the 2026 Dissertation Award from the Society for Cinema and Media Studies for his dissertation, “Unmaking a Medium: Automation and Art in American Radio, 1950–2010” (McGill University, 2024), which examines how automation enters creative industries and how artists and workers respond.
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Congratulations to Assistant Dean Diana Minakakis, who recently won a gold medal with her dragon boat team at a national/international dragon boat rowing competition, an impressive achievement that reflects her dedication and teamwork.
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Congratulations to Dr. Jess Rauchberg on her recent feature in PR Carnet World. This interview highlights her expertise in influencer culture, digital activism, and the structural dynamics that shape visibility and labor within platformed environments.
Additionally, Dr. Rauchberg will be presenting her book project research on disability influencer “snark” and humilitainment at the upcoming Canadian Communication Association (ACC-CCA) conference this summer.
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Student Organization Highlight |
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The Theatre Council, a co-curricular activity of the College is always looking for new members, regardless of major. The Council plays a significant role in helping to develop theatre at Seton Hall. It produces student-led projects throughout the year and builds a sense of community between actors and crew alike.
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Membership is based upon attendance of general council meetings, held on the first Monday of every month, as well as tech involvements (which can range from attending shop hours, working crew for a production, or another specific accommodation).
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The Executive Board of the Theatre Council can be found here! Feel free to reach out with questions, - or check out their Instagram!
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Maia is a junior majoring in Communication and minoring in Sports Media. She is a member of the CHDCM Honors and Alumni Mentorship Program and is an ambassador for the College. She will also be representing the University, competing in this year’s Big East Research Symposium in March. After she graduates, she hopes to pursue a career in media management, particularly in the sports field. In her studies, she has enjoyed combining her passions and interests of storytelling, media studies, and sports through her coursework and extracurricular activities. As an active member on campus, Maia also volunteers at alumni-focused events and initiatives through her Alumni Legacy Scholarship.
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Originally from Lawrenceville, New Jersey, Maia grew up playing basketball and lacrosse, which she still enjoys watching and playing in her free time today. Also in her free time, Maia enjoys reading, staying active, being outdoors, and spending time with her friends and family. As a lifelong learner, she loves new experiences and carries her curious spirit everywhere she goes.
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| Shawn Roarke Speaks with Sports Staff
Shawn Roarke, the director of editorial for NHL.com, visited WSOU to speak with members of the station’s sports staff, offering insights and professional perspective. Students had the opportunity to engage directly and learn from his industry experience.
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| WPRB Visits WSOU
WSOU welcomed student broadcasters from WPRB (Princeton Radio) for a campus visit and opportunity to connect with our team. The visit promoted collaboration and conversation between the two college radio communities. Stay tuned for what's next!
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| Join WSOU This Spring
WSOU is continuing to recruit new members for the spring semester. Students interested in becoming part of the station are invited to contact wsoustationmanager@shu.edu to learn more.
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Center for Sports Media News |
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| NJ Youth Soccer Association Event
More than a dozen CHDCM students helped run the New Jersey Youth Soccer Association’s Awards and Hall of Fame event on February 1 at the American Dream. Students conducted red carpet interviews, edited videos, emceed the program, supported event operations — and even brought along the Seton Hall University Pirate mascot for the celebration.
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| Super Bowl LIX Coverage
Seniors Joe Morales and Jack Pine are in the Bay Area covering Super Bowl LIX as part of the Center for Sports Media’s Pirates in the Field program. Selected from nearly 100 applicants, they began reporting at Opening Night at the San Jose Convention Center and are sharing daily content on Instagram @hallsportsmedia.
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Belonging, Research and Impact
Grounded in community and driven by purpose, Simone Wilkinson's research examines how English Learner programs influence student success – taking her from Seton Hall to national conferences.
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| CHDCM Students to Present Research at BIG EAST Symposium
Seton Hall will be represented by five students at the BIG EAST Undergraduate Research Poster Symposium on March 14, 2026, at Madison Square Garden. Selected through a competitive ranking process, CHDCM students, Lianna Cruz '27, majoring in visual and sound media with a film concentration, and Maia Coyle '26, majoring in communication, mentored by Jon Radwan, Ph.D., will present their research titled “Nonverbal Communication in New York Fashion Week.” Congratulations Lianna and Maia!
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| Classical Concert Series: Formosa Quartet
Join the Classical Concert Series for its spring semester Evening Express Concert on Wednesday, February 11 at 5:30PM in the University Theatre when the Formosa Quartet, winners of the First Prize and Amadeus Prize at the Wigmore Hall International String Quartet Competition, bring us a delightful evening of music. The concert is preceded by light refreshments at 5 PM in the lobby.
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CHDCM Ambassador Program
The College of Human Development, Culture & Media (CHDCM) is accepting nominations for the CHDCM Ambassador Program. Ambassadors are undergraduate student leaders selected to represent the College and their academic department at recruitment and signature events. Students may be nominated by CHDCM full-time faculty, administrators, current Ambassadors, or through self-nomination. Eligible students must be undergraduate first-year through junior year, in good academic standing, reliable, and comfortable communicating in small and large groups. To learn more about the program, visit our page.
To nominate a student or self-nominate, please use this form by our priority deadline of February 20, 2026. For questions about the CHDCM Ambassadors program, please contact Mrs. Sherry Mahfouz.
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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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| Poetry Out Loud Region 5 Competition
Poetry Out Loud is a national arts education program that encourages the study of great poetry by offering educational materials and a dynamic recitation competition to high schools across the country. This program helps students master public speaking skills, build self-confidence, learn about literary history and contemporary life as well as compete for awards and scholarships totaling $100,000.
Tue, Feb 10, 2026 at 10am
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