St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Charter Day
Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 3 p.m. in the Event Room of the University Center
Charter Day celebrates the founding of Seton Hall in 1856 and the granting of our charter by the New Jersey State legislature in 1861. It is a special annual opportunity to reflect on our history and purpose, our Catholic identity and mission. This year is especially significant as we commemorate the 50th anniversary of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton's canonization on September 14.
This year's commemoration will include the presentation of the 2025 Bishop Bernard J. McQuaid Medal for Distinguished Service, awarded annually to long-serving employees for distinguished service and commitment to the University's mission. Also included will be the 2025 President's Award for Student Service and recognition of our Servant Leader Scholars.
To bring St. Elizabeth’s story to life, Catherine O’Donnell, Ph.D., a professor of history at Arizona State University and author of the biography Elizabeth Seton: American Saint, will deliver the keynote address at the ceremony and also participate in events throughout Charter Day.
View the Charter Day Convocation
For those unable to join us in person, we invite you to watch the Convocation Ceremony livestream and to download a copy of the 2025 Charter Day Program.
McQuaid Medalists
This honor is awarded to long-serving employees for their commitment to the University's mission and for providing outstanding service to the University by doing exceptional work in their own position and the larger University community. 2025 McQuaid Medalists »
President's Award for Student Service
For this award, Seton Hall students nominate University employees who demonstrate their dedication to ensuring student success. 2025 President's Award for Student Service Recipients »