Faculty Matters

In this episode, Fanli Jia, Assoc. Prof. of Psychology, and Susan Nolan, Prof. of Psychology, discuss their collaborative research projects, as well as the benefits and challenges of collaborating, especially internationally.

In this episode, Cathy Zizik, Department Chair and Associate Professor of Communication, will discuss the value of incorporating debate principles and strategies into the classroom, especially as a way to address the challenges of AI.

In this episode, Peter Savastano, Assoc. Professor of Anthropology and Religion, shares his strategies for using contemplative practices in the classroom to increase student engagement and foster community.

In this episode, Alan Delozier, Humanities and Outreach Librarian, will talk about his new book project, a history of Seton Hall University athletics from the late 19th century into the 21st century.

In this episode, Jon Radwan, Assoc. Prof. of Communication, and Eric Johnston, Assoc. Prof. of Theology, will discuss Dr. Radwan’s new book on communication and the “dance” of bodies and power.

In this episode, Sulie Chang, Distinguished University Research Professor; Jose Lopez, Prof. of Physics; Mary Landriau, Senior Faculty Associate of Social Work; and Kelechi Agubata, a graduate student in Financial Analysis and Technology, discuss their interdisciplinary approach to understanding and addressing addiction's complexities.

In this episode, Amelia Kahn, Asst. Professor of Philosophy, discusses her research on tech and AI and the ethical issues created by AI, in higher ed and globally.

In this episode, Jonathan Heaps, the Director of the Bernard J. Lonergan Institute and the new Toth-Lonergan Visiting Professor as of January 2026, talks about Lonergan's philosophy, the work of the institute, and some of their current initiatives.

In this episode, Youssef Yacoubi, Lecturer of Arabic and Co-director of the Middle Eastern and North African Studies Program, talks about a study abroad class he has developed that gives students an opportunity to visit Morocco and the Middle east.

In this episode, Sarah Ponichtera, Assistant Dean for Special Collections and the Gallery, talks about an array of university archives projects, both here and abroad.

In this episode, Muhammad Farooq, Asst. Prof. of English, discusses what it means to be an international faculty member today.

In this episode, Priti Shah, Associate Director of Counseling and Psychological Services, and Minsun Lee, Associate Professor in the Department of Professional Psychology and Family Therapy, and Counseling Psychology Director of Training, will consider the increasing use of AI in lieu of (or in addition to) human therapists, and the potential impact on mental health care.

In this episode, Jo Renee Formicola, Professor Emeritus of Political Science, will talk about her forthcoming book, “Academia’s Dilemma: What to do About Artificial Intelligence, which is informed both by her research into AI and her many years of teaching experience.

In this episode, Renee Robinson, Professor of Communication in the College of Human Development, Culture, and Media, talks about a project she is developing that involves using VR to provide feedback to students on oral communication assignments.

In this episode, Andrew Rimby, adjunct professor of English, podcaster, and social activist, discusses his arts/culture organization, The Ivory Tower Boiler Room, and the ins and outs of podcasting.

In this episode, Leslie Rippon, Assoc. Professor of Athletic Training, Nancy Enright, Professor of English, and Peter Shoemaker, Professor of French, will discuss the challenges of restarting/reinvigorating a research agenda and some strategies for doing so.

In this episode, Mark Horowitz, Assoc. Professor of Sociology, discusses grade inflation in the academy. Is it a reality and, if so, how might we address it?    Links: “Student Evaluation of Teaching (SET): Why the Emperor Has No Clothes and What We Should Do About It”   “Undeserved” Grades or “Underserved” Students? Faculty Anxieties and Eroding Standards in the Corporate University”   “Student Evaluations of Teaching Encourages Poor Teaching and Contributes to Grade Inflation: A Theoretical and Empirical Analysis”

In this episode, Gregory Glazov, Professor and Chair of Biblical Studies in the Immaculate Conception Seminary and School of Theology, and Jon Radwan, Assoc. Professor of Communication in the College of Human Development, Culture, and Media, will discuss "The Shame Seminar," their SHU Academy. Among the seminar's goals is to better understand shame's meaning, function, and its link to guilt.  

In this episode, Travis Timmerman, Assoc. Professor of Philosophy, and David Opderbeck, Prof. of Law, will consider some of the ethical issues raised by the emergence of generative AI, such as data responsibility, privacy, equity, environmental impact, and moral agency.

In this episode, four faculty members involved in the AI Academy initiative—Sina Shokoohyar, Asst. Prof. of Computing and Decision Sciences; Jason Hemann, Asst. professor of Computer Science; Hongfei Tang, Professor of Finance, and Viswa Viswanathan, Professor of Computing and Decision Sciences—will discuss the Academy’s goals and work to date. This interdisciplinary initiative is focused on curriculum development, research, and grant opportunities related to generative AI.

In this episode, Dianne Aguero-Trotter, Director of Counseling and Psychological Services, and Karen Van Norman, Dean of Students, will discuss the impact of the so-called "anxious generation" on teaching and learning; they will also offer strategies for instructors and overview the university’s current and forthcoming resources.

"Impacts of a Faculty DEI Seminar Series" – this episode of “Faculty Matters” features Dr. Dawn Apgar, Assoc. Professor of Social Work, and Dr. Ramona Guthrie, Asst. Professor of Occupational Therapy, who will speak about their participation in the Faculty Seminar on Challenging Racism and Teaching for Inclusivity and a forthcoming article about the impact of the seminar.

In this episode, Gabriella Romani, Prof. of Italian, Hector Lozada-Vega, Assoc. Professor of Marketing, and Peter Reader, Assoc. Prof. of Theater—all experienced in leading study-abroad courses—will talk about the rewards, the challenges, and tips for a successful trip.

  “Food Matters: An SHU Idea Hall Project” features Judith Stark, SHU Emeritus Professor of Philosophy, and Linda Karten, Senior Director of Marketing and Communications here at Seton Hall, who talk about their Idea Hall project and a proposed seminar on sustainability.

“Generative Dialogue: Heterodox Academy at SHU” features Seton Hall University Sociology Professors Anthony Haynor and Mark Horowitz, who started a Heterodox Academy “campus community” at the university; they share their reasons for starting the “community” and their plans for the initiative.

“Data for Good: SHU Data Services” features Lisa DeLuca, Assistant Dean of Public Services and Associate Professor, University Libraries, and Samah Alshrief, Professor and Research Data Specialist, University Libraries, who discuss the Data Services unit and the support the Data Services team provides for faculty and students.

In this episode of “Faculty Matters,” Professors of Psychology Dr. Susan Nolan and Dr. Kelly Goedert talk about "The Science of Learning and AI.” They explain how faculty can use “science of learning” principles, such as “doing what works,” to address concerns about student use of AI and prepare them for the world after college.     Mary Balkun, Director of Faculty Development and Professor of English Susan A. Nolan, Ph.D. , Professor, Department of Psychology Kelly Goedert, Ph.D. , Professor and Chair of Psychology Department , Department of Psychology

In this conversation with Quinn Christie, university archivist, we’ll be talking about her favorite collections, how faculty can use the archives to support teaching and research, what kinds of supports are available, and any interesting projects that are in development.   Mary Balkun, Director of Faculty Development and Professor of English Quinn Christie, Public Services Archivist for the Monsignor Field Archives and Special Collections Center