NEWS
South Orange social work committee begins accepting referrals from SOPD
By Emma Thumann | Nov. 10, 2021South Orange’s Community Care and Justice committee began accepting referrals from the South Orange Police Department last month to redirect emergency calls from the police to social workers, officials said.
Murphy wins reelection, Ciattarelli says race is 'far from over'
By Amanda DeJesus | Nov. 4, 2021N.J. Gov. Phil Murphy has won reelection by a narrower-than-expected margin, beating Republican opponent Jack Ciattarelli, according to the Associated Press.
Admissions resumes in-person open houses
By Kahlei Smith | Nov. 4, 2021Seton Hall University admissions welcomed back their first in-person group of prospective students in October since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.
South Orange Community Care and Justice looking to redefine “traditional models of law enforcement"
By Amanda DeJesus | Nov. 4, 2021The South Orange Community Care and Justice administers survey pertaining to law enforcement and neighborhood culture.
Students weigh in on New Jersey elections
By Benjamin Carranti and Daniel O'Connor | Nov. 2, 2021On Tuesday, voters in New Jersey will decide between incumbent Gov. Phil Murphy and his Republican challenger, Jack Ciattarelli.
University to require proof of vaccination
By Daniel O'Connor | Oct. 28, 2021The University announced Thursday that it will require its employees, including student workers, to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination by December 8, and will require it for all students before the spring semester.
South Orange announces new recycling initiatives
By Jarrett Dang | Oct. 24, 2021South Orange unveiled a new strategic plan on October 5 to improve waste management and recycling efforts in the Village set to take effect in 2023, according to Village Trustee Bill Haskins and Environmental Commission Chair Linda Beck.
Regents approve University restructure despite faculty opposition
By Daniel O'Connor | Oct. 23, 2021The Board of Regents approved a plan to restructure the University in a controversial decision that would merge Seton Hall's nine schools and colleges into seven to reduce administrative costs, the Office of the Provost announced on Sept. 28.
Seton Hall professor named executive director of Light Opera of New Jersey
By Andrew Raccuglia | Oct. 7, 2021After being named executive director of Light Opera of New Jersey, Dr. Jason Tramm, Seton Hall’s director of choral activities, said he is looking towards a bright future for music.
Catholic studies, social work announce new joint program
By Jiaqi Liu | Sep. 29, 2021Seton Hall’s department of Catholic studies, in conjunction with the department of social work, announced on Sept. 15 a social work and Catholic studies double major program which expects to have its first graduates in 2026.
South Orange and Maplewood Chambers of Commerce merge
By Rylee Nelson | Sep. 28, 2021The Village of South Orange and the Township of Maplewood announced a merging of their chambers of commerce after unanimous votes by both of the chambers.
UPDATE: Student dead after medical emergency in Neumann Hall
By Daniel O'Connor | Sep. 20, 2021A student died Monday after suffering a medical emergency in Neumann Hall.
Seton Hall rises to No. 127 in U.S. News ranking of best national universities
By Daniel O'Connor | Sep. 13, 2021Seton Hall’s ranking by the annual U.S. News and World Report rose six spots in the 2022 ranking, up from No. 133 best university in the United States to No. 127.
Body of missing Seton Hall freshman found in Passaic River
By Amanda DeJesus | Sep. 10, 2021The bodies of Seton Hall freshman Nidhi Rana and Montclair State University student Ayush Rana were found Friday in the Passaic River, according to a state medical examiner.
Letter to the Editor: AAUP continues protest of University restructure
By Letters to the Editor | Sep. 10, 2021The following letter has been lightly edited for clarity and style. It was approved by the Seton Hall AAUP advocacy chapter on Friday, Sept. 3.
Parts of Fahy Hall, Rec Center remain closed due to flooding
By Jarrett Dang | Sep. 9, 2021Several buildings were damaged last week as the University was hit with flooding from post-tropical cyclone Ida.
University closes due to severe flooding
By Daniel O'Connor | Sep. 2, 2021This is an evolving story. Check back soon for updates.
Majority of students prefer stricter vaccine enforcement, oppose universal mask mandate, Setonian survey finds.
By Daniel O'Connor | Aug. 17, 2021A majority of students are opposed to the University’s newly imposed mask mandate, and support stricter enforcement of its vaccine mandate, a survey by The Setonian found.
University extends indoor mask requirement until further notice
By Daniel O'Connor | Aug. 12, 2021Seton Hall will require masks indoors on all its campuses until further notice, according to a Thursday email from the Health Intervention and Communication Team (HICT).
