Community Engagement
About
A shared place for learning, connection and community Seton Hall University is proud to be part of the South Orange, Newark and Nutley communities. As neighbors, we’re committed to being accessible, welcoming and engaged — creating opportunities for connection while respecting the shared spaces we call home.
Whether you’re looking to attend an event, visit campus, or discover what’s available to the public, this page brings everything together in one place.
Explore What’s Available
Mass and Chapel
Worship opportunities and campus ministry offerings
Athletics Events
Cheer on Seton Hall teams across a range of sports
University Libraries
Community access is available until 11 p.m.
Campus Dining
Stop by these eateries while visiting campus:
- Starbucks (until 11 p.m.)
- Jersey Mike's (until 8 p.m.)
- Dunkin' (until 10 p.m.)
- Auntie Anne's (coming soon)
*Hours subject to change based on holidays, weekends, weather closures and summer hours.
Youth and Summer Programs
Seasonal sports camps and summer youth programming
Continuing Education
Courses, certificates and learning opportunities for adult learners and seniors
Signature Events
Hall Homecoming and Family Weekend
Christmas at the Hall
Community Outreach and Servant Leadership
Seton Hall students learn through hands-on experience in the community
Seton Hall Productions at SOPAC
Come watch one of our Seton Hall productions at SOPAC
our campuses and community partners
Here are some great things to know about the towns in which our University resides:
South Orange Campus
Serving the South Orange and Maplewood area
Seton Hall Law School
Serving the Newark area
Interprofessional Health Sciences Campus
Serving the Nutley and Clifton area
Public events
Lectures, performances, and campus programming open to the public.
Visiting Campus
Seton Hall’s campus is open daily from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Our approach prioritizes a safe and welcoming environment for students, neighbors and visitors alike. Campus access is managed to ensure we know who is coming and going—supporting both community connection and shared responsibility.
We encourage visitors to plan ahead, attend scheduled events and enjoy the campus respectfully as a shared neighborhood space.
For more information about access and parking, visit the Public Safety page.
- Gate Access Information
- Visitor Parking Information
- Guest and Visitation Policy
- Minors on Campus Policy
For the IHS campus, visit the public safety and visitor information page.
For the Law School, visit the public safety and visitor information page.
In the Community
From local partnerships to campus-hosted conversations and service initiatives, Seton Hall is actively engaged with its neighboring communities.
Seton Hall Rises Again in U.S. News 2027 Rankings
Seton Hall University rose two spots in the U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges 2027 rankings, reaching No. 156 among National Universities and No. 21 among Catholic National Universities.
New Seton Hall Community Engagement Hub Connects Communities
Seton Hall University has launched a new online Community Engagement hub connecting local residents, families and visitors with University resources, programs and opportunities to participate.
Social Work Students Selected for Prestigious Career Program
Nine social work seniors will represent Seton Hall University in the statewide Baccalaureate Child Welfare Education Program (BCWEP) which trains them for employment after graduation.