Our Guiding Values – Purpose and Resilience
At Seton Hall, our guiding values shape who we become. For student Lucas Brasil, the loss of his mother challenged his faith and purpose. With resilience, Lucas found the strength to keep going. In this video, Lucas shares his story.
Our Guiding Values
The enduring values embodied in the life of Mother Seton continue to guide us toward a rich and vibrant future. More than 50 years after the canonization of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, we remain committed to a faith-based education of the whole person, fostering a diverse, inclusive, and mission-driven community. Seton Hall’s strategic plan is animated by six guiding value pairs, rooted in the timeless principles of our Catholic tradition and the life and legacy of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton.
Guiding Values
- Faith and Hope
- Trust and Integrity
- Courage and Curiosity
- Compassion and Service
- Purpose and Resilience
- Love and Action

