NEWS

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University to pivot to remote learning temporarily

Seton Hall will switch temporarily to remote learning for the month of January, a Thursday announcement from the Health Intervention Communication Team said.

University COVID-19 cases surge

For the first time in months, University COVID-19 cases increase drastically

Updated: SGA committee proposes 'women-only hour' at rec center

The Student Government Association’s Student Life Committee announced they are working on an initiative to create a daily women-only hour at the recreation center, according to Molly Cleary, who was committee chair until her resignation last week. 

University to require proof of vaccination for all by January 14

All Seton Hall University community members will be required to upload proof of vaccination by January 14, according to a Thursday email from the Health Intervention and Communication Team.

Christmas at the Hall to return in person

Seton Hall is set to welcome its return to an in-person celebration of “Christmas at the Hall” next month for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic began.

Ashes to ashes: hundreds of South Orange trees to be cut down

One out of every eight public trees in South Orange is expected to die because of an invasive species, the village’s Shade Tree Committee said last week.

New "Inter-Hall Council" forms with representation from each residence hall

The new Inter-Hall Council at Seton Hall hosted several events this semester, with more coming up soon.  

PERIOD, SGA to push for free period products on campus

South Orange social work committee begins accepting referrals from SOPD

South 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'

N.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

Seton 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"

The South Orange Community Care and Justice administers survey pertaining to law enforcement and neighborhood culture.

Students weigh in on New Jersey elections

On Tuesday, voters in New Jersey will decide between incumbent Gov. Phil Murphy and his Republican challenger, Jack Ciattarelli.

University to require proof of vaccination

The 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

South 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

The 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

After 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

Seton 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

The 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

A student died Monday after suffering a medical emergency in Neumann Hall.