Author: Alan Delozier

University Libraries Podcast: Social Work Study Guides with Dawn Apgar, Ph.D., LSW, ACSW

We are happy to announce the latest installment of the University Libraries podcast series entitled: Zet Forward. This podcast entitled: “Social Work Licensing Masters Exam Guide: Comprehensive ASWB LMSW Exam Review,” (Chambersburg, PA: Springer Publishing Company, 2025) with guest scholar Dawn Apgar, Ph.D., LSW, ACSW.

This broadcast features Director of the BSW Program and Associate Professor in the Department of Social Work and Public Administration, Dr. Dawn Apgar. For more information about Dr. Apgar and her accomplishments please visit her Faculty Profile Homepage.

This guide features expert perspective by Dr. Apgar and her publisher notes that this work includes the following facets: “Social Work Licensing Masters Exam Guide, 4th Edition, is now updated with more practice questions and features to help you study for and pass the LMSW exam. Chapters fully cover the four exam content areas and all Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs), and end-of-section questions test your understanding and retention.” You can find this podcast at: Podcast @ Seton Hall University.

Further details connected to this work can be found via the Springer Publishing Company homepage. A physical volume of the title: Social Work Licensing Masters Exam Guide: Comprehensive ASWB LMSW Exam Review, is ready for circulation and can be found within the Main Collection of the University Libraries, specifically within the Faculty Publications section (Call #: HV40.52_.A74 2025) and found with the Faculty Publication works located on the Second Floor of Walsh Library.

Zet Forward is a podcast to celebrate authors and other individuals who are involved with projects for the benefit of Seton Hall University and the wider world. The series began in February of 2022.

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

Book Reviews for You – Faculty Picks

With the creation of our successful Leisure Collection, there are several book titles in the University Libraries collection that are available for personal knowledge building and learning enjoyment. We are presenting a regular series of recommendations based on the reactions of our library faculty . . .

Gideon the Ninth (New Zealand: Tor Books, 2019) by Tamsyn Muir is a weird story for weird people. A perfect blend of sci-fi and fantasy, it explores the (attempted) escape off of the Ninth House – a planet – by Gideon Nav, and her subsequent (forced) recruitment into becoming her sworn enemy’s cavalier, aka sword bearer, Harrowhark Nonagesimus, princess of the Ninth House and skilled and powerful necromancer. The story revolves around these two enemies, begrudgingly teaming up together so Harrow can (hopefully) become a new Lyctor – or an immortal, ascended necromancer—for His Celestial Kindliness, the First Reborn, the Necrolord Prime. But there’s more to becoming Lyctor than it seems…

This is a book full of mystery, humor, and sapphic love. If you enjoy laughing at terrible nicknames, dialogue full of hilariously placed memes and references, and huge character lists (seriously, huge), this is the book for you. And once you’re done with Gideon the Ninth, rest assured, there’s more to the Locked Tomb series! You’ll have Harrow the Ninth and Nona the Ninth to look forward to next, and then eventually the long-awaited Alecto the Ninth. Grab all three books in the series from our Leisure Collection next time you’re in Walsh Library!

  • Maria Barca, Assistant Professor & Librarian, Coordinator of Instruction

Call Number: PR9639.4.M84

Harrow the Ninth, (New York: Tor Books, 2020) by Tamsyn Muir. While I liked Gideon the Ninth, I loved Harrow the Ninth. In my experience, it is unusual for books in a series to be very different from each other but hold together so well, and that is something Tamsyn Muir is fantastic at as a writer. Harrow the Ninth covers completely new ground in the story but also makes the reader question what they learned in the first book. I, for one, was inspired to reread Gideon immediately after finishing Harrow. Muir plays with some of my favorite literary conventions, particularly the unreliable narrator, and sprinkles pop culture references and literary allusions throughout the narrative as you try to piece together what the narrator isn’t telling you. All of this, along with a sharp sense of humor and devastating emotional beats, are why I knew I had to recommend Harrow the Ninth in particular, even though it’s a sequel.

Laura Hapke, Collections Manager for Special Collections

Call Number: PR9639.4.M84

The Last Folk Hero: The Life and Myth of Bo Jackson (Boston: Mariner Books, 2022) by Jeff Pearlman is required reading for anyone who loves sports and a good read! Drawing on more than 700 interviews, author Jeff Pearlman vividly captures Bo Jackson’s mythic life and amazing accomplishments. This biography is great fun and at times laugh out loud funny. And as a bonus, you can learn why ESPN and USA Today called Jackson “the greatest video game athlete of all time.” Highly recommended!

  • Gerry Shea, Associate Professor & Communications Librarian

Call Number: GV865.J28 P43 2022

Additional highly recommended books include the following titles listed by faculty individual members and their location within the Leisure Collection housed on the Second Floor of Walsh Library . . .

  • Megan Cohen. Run the Song: Writing About Running About Listening, (Minneapolis, MN: Graywolf Press, 2025) by Ben Ratliff. Call Number: ML423.R24 A3

  • Ryan Fino. Words of Radiance, (New York: Tor Books, 2014) by Brandon Sanderson. Call Number: PS3619.A533 S767 v.2

  • Gabriela Haas. Normal People, (New York: Crown Publishing, 2019) by Sally Rooney. Call Number: PR65118.O59 N

  • Jenna Leis. The Kaiju Preservation Society, (New York: Tor Books, 2022) by John Scalzi. Call Number: PS3619.C256 K35 2023

  • Brandon Moye. The Big Sleep, (New York: Alfred A. Knopf, 1939 later editions published in 2021) by Raymond Chandler. Call Number: PS3505.H322

  • Martha Slomczewski. The Red Tent, (London, UK: Picador Press, 2017) by Anita Diamant. Call Number: PS3554.I227 R

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

 

African American History Month – Centennial Commemoration Exhibit

February of 2026 marks the 100th observance of Black History Month in the United States. This is an important milestone which commemorates the countless contributions that African Americans have made to our nation and the world.

The University Libraries has setup a display to honor the founder and inspiration behind this tribute. Frederick Douglass (1818-1895) is remembered as a legendary figure in the Civil Rights movement as a social reformer, abolitionist, writer, speaker, and statesman over the course of his lifetime.

Carter G. Woodson (1875-1950) was a historian, author, journalist and journal editor. He founded the Association for the Study of African American Life & History (ASALH). He pioneered the study of the African American diaspora and devised the observation of Black History Week (as a starting point) in 1926 until it expanded to the full month of February decades later. Woodson chose the second month of the year based on the birthday of Frederick Douglass. Douglass never knew when his real day of birth was so he chose Valentine’s Day (February 14th) as a substitute.

When it comes information related to Douglass (Books, Journals), Woodson (Books, Journals), and African America History Month (Books, Journals) among several other topics related to the full Africana (Library Guide) experience,  the University Libraries houses several resources related to these specific topics and several other subject areas of importance.

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

 

SHUShelf: A Textbook Exchange For Students, By Students

Tired of Buying Expensive Textbooks? We’ve Got You Covered!

Ever find yourself buying a textbook for just one class, only to have it collect dust on your shelf forever? We get it. Textbooks are expensive, and sometimes you only need them for a semester. That’s why we created SHUShelf, a student-led, Buccino-supported initiative that makes textbooks more accessible for the entire Seton Hall community.

What is SHUShelf?

SHUShelf is a textbook exchange program designed to help students access the books they need—without breaking the bank. Whether you’re taking a CORE class, in the Honors Program, or any other specified course, we accept and exchange textbooks across all disciplines. Through student and alumni donations, we’ve built a growing collection of over 300 books (and counting!).

How It Works

Getting a textbook through SHUShelf is easy! Just fill out a simple form here with:

Your Name SHU ID Number The Book(s) You Need

If we have the textbook in our system, we’ll get it to you!

Additionally, we maintain a real-time inventory of available books to ensure a seamless experience. You can view the live list here.

Where to Find Us

Location: 2nd Floor, Walsh Library

Book Exchange: By Appointment

We operate at the beginning and end of each semester for open hours. During the semester, students can access drop boxes for book donations and schedule pick-ups by appointment.

Why SHUShelf?

Despite having no official marketing campaign or funding, we’ve already made a big impact:

300+ books available 25+ students directly helped so far Official partnership with Walsh Library

Join the Movement

SHUShelf isn’t just about books—it’s about students helping students. By donating, exchanging, or spreading the word, you’re making academic resources more accessible for your peers. Whether you need a textbook or want to give one a new home, SHUShelf is here for you.

Looking for a textbook or interested in donating one?

Visit us at Walsh Library or contact our founding members for more information:

Adreanna Dones – adreanna.dones@student.shu.edu Samantha Gizzi – samantha.gizzi@student.shu.edu Edward Vela – edward.vela@student.shu.edu

Africana Studies – Resources Leads Provided By The University Libraries

African American (Black) History Month marks its 100th anniversary in 2026. In honor of this commemoration and offering perpetual support of information discovery all year long, the University Libraries features several different resource leads designed to serve our research community.

When learning more about the African American experience there are various specialized sites to discover including the following examples . . .

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.

University Libraries Podcast: Writings on Aquinas & Jesuit Intellectual Tradition with Justin Anderson, Ph.D.

We are happy to announce the latest installment of the University Libraries podcast series entitled: Zet Forward. This podcast entitled: “Writings on Aquinas & Jesuitical Philosophy,” with guest scholar Justin Anderson, Ph.D. where his various works are featured including the following titles . . .

  • Anderson, J., & Larson, A. A. (Eds.). (2025). Thomas Aquinas and Medieval Canon Law(J. Anderson & A. A. Larson, Eds.). Catholic University of America Press.
  • Anderson, J. M., Pidel, S.J., A., & Levering, M. (Eds.). (accepted). Aquinas’s Summa and Jesuit Ethics: A Call for Ressourcement (J. M. Anderson, A. Pidel, S.J., & M. Levering, Eds.).
  • Anderson, J. M., Levering, M., & Pidel, S.J., A. (Eds.). (2024). The Roman School: Nineteenth-Century Jesuit Theology and Its Achievements (J. M. Anderson, M. Levering, & A. Pidel, S.J., Eds.). Brill.
  • Anderson, J. M., Pidel, S.J., A., & Levering, M. (Eds.). (2024). Ignatius of Loyola and Thomas Aquinas: A Jesuit Ressourcement (J. M. Anderson, A. Pidel, S.J., & M. Levering, Eds.). Catholic University of America Press.

Volumes authored by Dr. Anderson are currently available via the University Libraries Catalog.

This broadcast features Professor and Chair for Moral Theology in the Immaculate Conception School of Theology at Seton Hall University, Dr. Justin Anderson.  For more information about Dr. Anderson and his accomplishments please visit his Faculty Profile Homepage.

Further details connected to the works of Dr. Anderson can be found via BiblioVault, a publication-centered homepage and more information can be provided by request.

You can find this podcast at: Podcast @ Seton Hall University

Zet Forward is a podcast to celebrate authors and other individuals who are involved with projects for the benefit of Seton Hall University and the wider world. The series began in February of 2022.

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

University Libraries & National Career Development Month

One of the most important goals of our work with the student body is to prepare them not only for their course assignments and academic needs, but also for life after Setonia. In honor of National Career Development Month and beyond, the University Libraries continues to celebrate the importance of labor in various ways.

The University Libraries features several resources that provide a general introduction or advanced look at Employment over the last few years. This area of study can be found within our Book Collections and via our SHU Search results record.

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.

Veterans Day & The University Libraries

We honor the service of our military veterans on campus, and the story of our armed forces can be found inside various works hosted by the University Libraries. Focusing on the efforts of the American experience we also pay tribute to those who gave the ultimate sacrifice in the service of their nation which is recognized through annual Veterans Day commemorations.

Counted among the resources we offer our research community includes various Book Titles and SHU Search results related to Veterans Day proper. In addition, we host a specialized Library Reference Guide which serves as a starting point and continuing education site for those interested in Military Science studies.

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.

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.

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 . . .

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

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.

 

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