Political Science Public Affairs News Archive

Governor Phil Murphy Speaks to Political Science Class
May 5, 2023
New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy joined political science students in a class called "New Jersey Politics and Governance", led by Professor Matt Hale.
Students Reimagine Public Safety with Expert Panel
April 26, 2023
The Center for Community Research and Engagement’s PolicyLab hosted a panel discussion on reimagining public safety.
Lewis Gordon, Ph.D., on The Fear of Black Consciousness
February 9, 2023
Lewis Gordon, Ph.D., one of the leading scholars working on racism, anti-blackness, and black existentialism, will discuss topics in his most recent book, Fear of Black Consciousness.
Yale Activist Teaching Race and Public Admin at SHU
February 8, 2023
Angelo Pinto, Esq., Activist in Residence for the Yale School of Public Health and a founding member of Until Freedom, is teaching “Race and Public Administration” at Seton Hall.
CCRE’s Service-Learning Programs Continue to Gain International Attention
October 20, 2022
Timothy Hoffman ‘15/M.P.A. ’16, Director of the Center for Community Research and Engagement (CCRE), presented at the 51st Annual Conference for the Society for Experiential Education.
Diversity Film Series Screens Mayor Mohamed
October 6, 2022
Jeffrey Togman shows his award-winning documentary on Mayor Khairullah, his sacrifices and risks to bring humanitarian relief to Syria while simultaneously fighting the forces of Islamophobia in USA.
Two Core Faculty Members Collaborate on Article
August 8, 2022
Two Core faculty members, Dr. Jon Radwan and Dr. Roger Alfani, have collaborated on an article in a special volume of the journal Religion, edited by Dr. JoRenee Formicola of the Pol. Science Dept.
CCRE Director Timothy Hoffman Presents at International Symposium on Service Learning
June 22, 2022
Timothy Hoffman ‘15/M.P.A. 16’, presented at the 8th International Symposium on Service Learning on the successes of the Center for Community Research and Engagement during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Politics Professor Featured in 2021 Election Coverage
November 4, 2021
National news outlets and NJ reporters ask for Matthew Hale's expertise in analyzing the balance of power in the closely contested Governor's race.
Political Science Professor Named Insider Policymaker
August 26, 2021
Matthew Hale, associate professor in the Department of Political Science and Public Affairs, has been named to the 2021 Insider 100 Policymakers list by Insider NJ.
WABC Town Hall Hosts Gov. Codey, Media, Political Pros
March 5, 2020
The 77 WABC Town Hall on Election 2020 will host a wide array of political experts, practitioners and elected officials.
Students Complete Internship at the Superior Court
August 30, 2018
Joseph Murante and Emily Silkowski have wrapped up a three-month long internship for the Superior Court of NJ.
Professor Becomes Highland Park Borough Council Member
August 30, 2018
Matt Hale looks forward to using material he teaches in public administration classes in his real world role on council.
M.P.A. Professor Given Municipal Award
February 14, 2018
Public Administration Head Matthew Hale receives Educator Award from New Jersey Municipal Management Association
MPA Alumna Appointed to NJ Assembly
February 7, 2018
MPA Graduate and Essex County Freeholder replaces Sheila Oliver in NJ Assembly.
New Video Touts M.P.A.
January 24, 2018
Students and alumni discuss the benefits of getting a Master's degree in Public Administration.
Dr. Matthew Hale Speaks on Outcome of the 2016 Election
November 17, 2016
Dr. Hale speaks on NJTV with three NJ Congressman regarding the outcome of the 2016 election.
Heath Brown Discusses His New Book
October 26, 2016
Former Seton Hall Professor, Heath Brown, discusses how immigrants will shape the 2016 election.
Professor Matthew Hale in the News
June 13, 2016
Professor Matthew Hale featured in Newsday, the New York Post, Asbury Park Press, the Home News & Tribune and the Press of Atlantic City.
M.P.A. in Success Celebration
April 28, 2016
M.P.A. program to celebrate honor society inductions and program milestones.
M.P.A. Alumni Annual Networking Event
April 16, 2016
M.P.A. Alumni, students and friends invited to Annual Networking Reception on May 12 at 6:30 in the Chancellor's Suite.
Nonprofit Management Program Ranked #17 in US
April 15, 2016
The Nonprofit Management concentration within Seton Hall’s MPA Program was recently ranked #17 in the country by US News
Learn about MPA Program at Breakfast Event
February 11, 2016
If you are interested in the Master of Public Administration program please attend informational meeting on February 18.
NSRI & CEPS Team-up for Development Workshop
February 5, 2016
On January 21st, Seton Hall’s NSRI & CEPS hosted their first 2016 outreach event & welcomed guest Dr. Heather Carpenter.
Dr. Formicola on NBC Coverage of Pope Francis
November 6, 2015
Dr. Jo-Renee Formicola had the unique opportunity to appear on the NBC broadcast of Pope Francis's visit to New York.
Dr. Mirabella & MPA Students Help Immigrants
September 30, 2015
Dr. Roseanne Mirabella is leading a group of MPA practicum students in a creative partnership with the YMCA.
Post 2015 Development Agenda
April 9, 2015
Recap Millennium Development Goals and look at the Sustainable Development Goals.
MPA Student Passes Model Ordinance in Orange
March 22, 2015
Pau Aragay, a graduate student in an MPA open governance course, helped get a model ordinance passed in the City of Orange.
MPA Alum Lands Job at American Cancer Society
March 19, 2015
Ana Campoverde, a recent MPA Graduate recently received employment at the American Cancer Society.
Student Presents at Prestigious Conference
March 11, 2015
Pierce Willans, a member of Pi Sigma Alpha, was one of two students selected to present a paper in Washington, DC.
MPA Alumni Elected Freeholder Board
February 10, 2015
MPA Alumni Elected Freeholder Board President of Essex County.
MPA Student Interns for United Nations
February 9, 2015
Third Year dual Master's degree Student, Matthew Kuczynski had the opportunity to intern as a Public Administrations intern for the Economic and Social Affairs Department at the United Nations.
MPA Adjunct Professor Feature Speaker on Next Generation Leadership
January 25, 2015
Alex Torpey, an Adjunct Professor for
the MPA program was a featured speaker at the 2014 Congressional Summit on Next Generation Leadership.
MPA Students "Do Something" Project
January 15, 2015
Right before Christmas, MPA students designed and delivered personalized gift baskets to patients stuck in St. Barnabas
NSRI Launches Nonprofit Workshop
December 12, 2014
Nonprofit Sector Resource Institute launches Nonprofit Trending Tips Workshops designed to give nonprofit
organization representatives useful tools and advice.
MPA Alumna Running for 3rd District
October 27, 2014
MPA alumna Britnee Timberlake is running for an important political position that
will give her significant power in Essex County.
Local Mayor Co-Teaches MPA Class
October 23, 2014
The mayor and chairman are co-instructors on a course for MPA graduate school.
Professor, Mayor Team-up to Teach
August 15, 2014
Professor Matt Hale and South Orange Village President Alex Torpey will teach a graduate level good governance course.
Prof. Hennessy Publishes New Book
April 29, 2014
Her book, The Europeanization of Workplace Pensions, was published by Cambridge University Press (2014).
What Makes a Real Man?
April 8, 2014
Learn how gender socialization leads to equal discrimination against both men and women.
Professor Wins Paper of the Year
January 6, 2014
Dr. Roseanne Mirabella was awarded Paper of the Year at ARNOVA conference in Hartford, Connecticut.
MPA Student Runs with Booker
October 18, 2013
Nephrae Blair, current Seton Hall MPA student, recently met Corey Booker at a campaign event in Montclair, NJ.
Political Analysis Journal
May 20, 2013
A student-run and peer reviewed academic journal that features Seton
Hall's best political science scholarship.
A Discussion of Obama Care
September 11, 2012
In celebration of Constitution Day, Dr. Pallitto presents: “NFIB v. Sebelius: Health Care, Congress & the Constitution".
TEDxSetonHall 2012 Conference
April 11, 2012
What are your “ideas worth spreading?” Find out at the TEDxSetonHall 2012 Conference.
The Film "Mothers of Bedford"
March 1, 2012
Mothering can be difficult at the best of times, but imagine trying to raise your children from prison.
Italy Study Abroad
February 6, 2012
This course, Philanthropy and Christianity, will fulfill the Signature Course III, Engaging the World requirement.
KT zu Guttenberg at Seton Hall
January 17, 2012
Karl-Theodor zu Guttenberg, former Minister of Defense and Minister of Economy of the Federal Republic of Germany, to speak at Seton Hall University.
Perspectives on Torture: A Panel
November 14, 2011
5 Seton Hall faculty discuss torture from their disciplinary perspectives.
Healthcare Leaders of the Future
November 23, 2010
The Online Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) program is looking for new students to start in March 2011 (LT 30).