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All Saints & All Souls Day Resources at the University Libraries

The celebration of individuals both living and deceased is observed through the observance of All Saints Day (November 1st) and All Souls Day (November 2nd) across the world. These dates provide a means of honoring loved ones, friends, and humanity at large, and for some the saints that inspire us from afar.

The University Libraries has a number of print and electronic resources that explore both Saints and Souls from a variety of perspectives. Even beyond the spiritual aspects of the concurrent commemorations, there are also thousands of works that are related to humanity in both general and specific terms within our collection.

We welcome you to our information center in the near future, but in the meantime if you need detailed help through the University Libraries. You can book a research appointment here: Research Appointment Site.

Scary Studies & Grim “Ghostwriters” – Halloween Related Resources at the University Libraries

We observe horror-themed stories and their literary history through several resources found within the University Libraries. Looking at the different genres from Action Horror to Gothic Tales to Ghost Stories to Weird Fiction and many others in-between.

If you are a novice, or an avid reader we have titles both academic-centered and as part of our leisure collection alike. A good starting point is to learn about the observance of Halloween (All Hallows Eve) through our SHU Search and Book offerings.

News Updates & University Libraries Homepage Access

As a compliment to most research projects and for information on current events, the University Libraries features a site devoted to various news outlets across the globe.

This site provides our community with the opportunity to access the latest updates from same date headlines along with stories from the last decade plus. Once you are on the News site there are several options to choose from to find relevant stories that will help with individual research needs.

Counted among the major dailies, magazines, and journals that we have a subscription to include the following examples . . .

Chronicle of Higher Education, The

Additionally, we offer access to several other periodicals both historical and contemporary in terms of content which can be found here.

The eRepository of Seton Hall University

The University Libraries is the designated host for collective electronic-based works published by Seton Hall University students, faculty, and administrators. As noted on the eRepository Homepage, this entity is: “A publishing service offered by the Seton Hall University Libraries and Seton Hall Law for preservation and dissemination of SHU scholarly works.”

Counted among the format types found on this site included on this site include the following examples . . .

Dissertations and Theses

School, College, or Administrative Office

Interprofessional Health Sciences

Seton Hall Law

Archives and Special Collections

Faculty Scholarship

Research Centers and Institutes

Journals

Conferences

Research Projects and Grants

Open Educational Resources

Datasets

New submissions are welcome at any time and referencing this site will provide instruction on how to submit your work along with looking at resources that have already been included on the site.

National Hero Commemoration & University Libraries

Most of us have individuals who we look up to for how they treat us, or who might inspire us on a higher level. This makes a chosen person(s) a special part of our lives and can be considered a “Hero” in the eyes of the beholder. In other words, this soul(s) can be anyone from a parent(s), sibling(s) to historical figures, or those who are currently in the public eye. Real-life personalities (and even fictional ones) alike can serve as a “Hero” to any individual who has become an admirer.

With the theme of “Hero Worship” in mind, from casual respect to lifelong fascination, research materials related to various individuals can be referenced through the University Libraries collection.

A precise search of our SHU Search and/or specific Book Catalog can result in more information about being a “Hero” or “Heroic” in nature. Specific people can effectively be looked up and referenced via these two sites as well.

For additional information please feel free to contact us via e-mail via the University Libraries Homepage.

Interlibrary Loan Borrowing Operations – EZBorrow & The New Rapido System

Borrowing various information resources from other libraries is a long-standing service that we offer to the Seton Hall community. We offer expanded access to library resources by borrowing or obtaining materials from other libraries. Check the SHU Search first. If we don’t have it, or if the item is checked out or otherwise not available – you can request it!

Interlibrary Loan (ILL) is available to Seton Hall students, faculty, and staff for the sake of obtaining non-full text information options not found within our subscription databases or print book stacks.

EZBorrow requests are generally ready for pick-up within 3-5 business days from the date of request, sometimes less. EZBorrow lending is through our consortia agreement with PALCI, which encompasses 80 participating academic institutions. Items are checked out for 112 days with no renewals. Due to the faster turnaround time and standard loan period, EZBorrow is usually the first option.

A helpful update has been made to this process. The University Libraries has installed the Rapido (Primo) system provides one-stop searching for books and e-books, videos, articles, digital media, and more. Seton Hall University Libraries now has two systems for requesting books more efficiently: EZBorrow and Rapido.

Rapido also helps you manage your research once you are signed into this system . . .

Renew books and videos
Create favorites lists
Export citations to RefWorks and Endnote Web platforms
View full search results. (Some databases, only show results when you are signed into the University Libraries site)

Any questions? Contact us at interlib@shu.edu or 973-761-9441

For additional information please feel free to contact us via e-mail via the University Libraries Homepage.

MATLAB: A new Addition to RDS List of Supported Software

The Research Data Services team is excited to announce that Seton Hall University now provides access to MATLAB. MATLAB, short for MATrix LABoratory, is one of the world’s most widely used environments for programming, data analysis, and modeling. MATLAB allows faculty and students to work with large datasets, solve equations, run simulations, create visualizations, and even build predictive models using machine learning and artificial intelligence. This powerful tool is available to all students and faculty opening new opportunities for teaching, learning, and research across disciplines. Request a MATLAB license here:

At Seton Hall University, MATLAB can support teaching and research in different disciplines. Physics and pre-engineering students can use it to model systems, analyze signals, and prepare for graduate study and careers in engineering. In the health sciences and nursing, MATLAB can be applied to clinical imaging, and public health analytics. Business and economics students can use it for forecasting, optimization, and financial modeling, while the social sciences can apply it to survey analysis, behavioral research, and visualization of demographic data. Mathematics and computer science courses can take advantage of MATLAB’s strengths in linear algebra, statistics, and machine learning, and biology and chemistry labs can use it for sequence data and image analysis, experimental data processing, and computational modeling.

To help everyone get started, RDS team is launching a series of introductory workshops this semester. The full workshop calendar is available here or https://shu.libcal.com/calendar?cid=10971&t=g&d=0000-00-00&cal=10971&ct=47495&inc=0

With MATLAB now part of RDS’s supported software list, students and faculty across the university can request one-on-one consultations with the RDS team using this link or https://shu.libanswers.com/form?queue_id=5828

Embedded Librarian & Canvas Course Enhancement Opportunity

The University Libraries are thrilled to now offer a new service: embedded librarians! An embedded librarian is a librarian that is placed within your Canvas course; when there, they can aid you and your students by serving as a point-of-contact for library, information, or research related questions. Want a librarian to build and grade assignments or learning modules for your students? An embedded librarian can do that, too. To request a librarian for your course, just fill out this form here. Questions? Contact Lead Instruction Librarian Maria Barca at maria.barca@shu.edu.

Latino/a/x Immigration Resources & University Libraries

The value of the Latino/a/x Diaspora is evident in the United States and across the globe through the exchange of a beautiful language, culture, history, music, poetry and many other aspects of the Hispanic experience.

The University Libraries contains several works related to Latino/a/x life including the story of immigration which allows us to build upon personal knowledge and local exposure. Interest is especially during Hispanic Heritage Month, but this subject area is also an important focus of study year round.

The following sites available through the University Libraries Website focus upon general immigration and specifics on Latino and Latinx life that are available through the following links that can found within Book Collections – Immigration and Journal Articles & Other Resources – Immigration, or through our Library Guides that includes our Hispanic & Latino/a/x Resources and Latin American Studies sites. In addition, we also work in collaboration and support the work being undertaken by the Joseph A. Unanue Latino Institute.

The Papacy – A University Libraries Display

In this year of transition, honoring the Canonical authority and of the Papacy is a constant among Roman Catholics worldwide. Beyond religious example alone, when it comes to learning more about the Holy Father and his impact on peace across the world. This is a subject area which has a centuries-old tradition. The University Libraries provides our research community with several print and electronic works related to each Pontiff from St. Peter forward over time.

In honor of the Papacy and its connection to Seton Hall and the world, the University Libraries has set up a display of various works connected to various Popes in history along with the most recent Bishops of Rome. Included in this view are works by Mr. Greg Tobin, an alumnus, former Seton Hall administrator and long-time friend of the University who has written extensively on the Papacy during his time on campus and through the present day.

We can also thank Our esteemed colleague Sister Mary John Bosco E Amakwe (Sister Bosco) has recently donated a copy of the book: The Roman Curia: History, Theology, and Organization, (Washington, D.C.: Georgetown University Press, 2024). by Monsignor Anthony Ekpo. This print volume is available at Walsh Library and is part of the Main Collection and can be located under the Library of Congress Call Number: BX1818.E36 2024. More information on this book and background on the donation can be found via the following link in gratitude to Sister Bosco.

The display is located on the Second Floor of Walsh Library and will be viewable during our Hours of Operation.

Honoring Pope Francis & His Legacy

In looking over Papal History this year, the death of Pope Francis (1936-2025) has touched the world through his words, deeds, and example. The University Libraries has several works by and about the late Holy Father which have documented his life and influence.

In addition, there are numerous texts that highlight the History of the Papacy and outline the procedures involved with the Conclave which is the event whereby a new successor as the Bishop of Rome is elected by the College of Cardinals.

Various resources can be found via the following resources . . .

Habemus Papam! Readings Related to Pope Leo XIV

In the wake of the death of Pope Francis, the last few months have seen a global celebration post-conclave with the election of Pope Leo XIV, who has made history as the first American Pope selected by College of Cardinals.

Even during the short time that Pope Leo XIV ascended to the throne of St. Peter, the former Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost was also the subject of research and publications of various depth. He took his title in honor of Pope Leo XIII (1810-1903) who was an advocate for social justice and labor rights.

Leo XIV (SHU Search)

Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost

Pope Leo XIII (Books)

Pope Leo XIII (SHU Search)

American / United States Catholicism (Books)

American / United States Catholicism (SHU Search)

For additional information please feel free to contact us via e-mail via the University Libraries Homepage.