The 29th annual edition of the Petersheim Academic Exposition and its theme of: “Share, Honor, Unite,” will take place from Tuesday, April 22 – Friday, April 26, 2025. This annual celebration of scholastic accomplishments involves the entire Seton Hall University community including undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, administrators, and staff from among the various disciplines.
The following panels are dedicated to accomplishments associated with the University Libraries or feature individuals representing our repository in chronological order . . .
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Artifacts as Time Machines: Archives and Museum Research Projects
Organizer: Sarah Ponichtera
10 a.m. – 12 p.m. | Walsh Library, Silent Study Room
This event will bring together students who have completed a year of research in Special Collections, focusing on an object that tells a unique story. Students will share their discoveries, joined by their faculty advisors, who in turn will share their archival experiences. This will be an opportunity to celebrate the accomplishments and challenges of archival research for both students and faculty.
Petersheim Academic Exposition Opening Ceremony and Keynote Lecture
Organizers: Sulie L. Chang, Jose L. Lopez
Noon – 2 p.m. | Bethany Hall, Rooms B and C and Virtual (Opening Ceremony Livestream »)
- Welcome Address
- Keynote Speaker: Monsignor Joseph Reilly, President
- Certificate Ceremony for participants in the BIG EAST Undergraduate Research Poster Symposium
Attendees will receive a complimentary lunch following the event; however, pre-registration is required. Register to save your seat »
Office of Grants and Research Services (OGRS): Research Compliance
Organizers: Norma Rubio; Maria Alonso
2 – 5 p.m. | Walsh Library, Silent Study Room
The Office of Grants and Research Services (OGRS) in conjunction with the Grant Accounting office (GAO) and Corporate, Foundation and Relations (CFR) will be present “Research Compliance.” Topics include: Understanding Research Compliance, Time and Effort, Financial Conflict of Interest (FCOI) and Federal Financial Report (FFR). Attendees will also learn about Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S), the Institutional Review Board (IRB) the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC), COI, etc.
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Office of Grants and Research Services (OGRS): Faculty Research Showcase
Organizers: Norma Rubio; Maria Alonso
9 a.m. – Noon; 2 – 5 p.m. | Walsh Library, Silent Study Room
Faculty members will be sharing their research with their peer faculty members, students, and staff. This provides an excellent opportunity for our Seton Hall community to learn more of the variety of research being conducted at Seton Hall University.
Thursday, April 24, 2025
Office of Grants and Research Services (OGRS): Pre-Award (Session 1 of 2)
Organizers: Norma Rubio; Maria Alonso
10 a.m. – 12 p.m. | Walsh Library, Silent Study Room
The Office of Grants and Research Services (OGRS) in conjunction with the Grant Accounting office (GAO) and Corporate, Foundation and Relations (CFR) will be presenting: “Pre-Award.” Topics include: Request for Proposal (RFP), Scope of Work, Budget, Cayuse, subawards, LOI, understanding release time (academic year), Summer Research salary, and submissions to the different sponsors (federal, state and private).
Interdisciplinary and Study Abroad Oral Presentations
Organizer: Martha Schoene
11 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. | University Center, Chancellor’s Suite and Virtual (Click here to join on Microsoft Teams »)
This session will feature live and recorded presentations from students in Catholic Studies, Diplomacy and International Relations, Economics, Nursing, Education, Political Science and other subjects. Light refreshments will be served.
- Elaine Davis will be representing Museum Studies and presenting on the topic: “Joy in Lifelong Learning: Museum Education and Learning” from 12:05-12:25 p.m. during this session.
DataLab: Advancing Research Through Student-Faculty Collaboration
Organizer: Samah Alshrief
Noon – 2 p.m. | Walsh Library, Common Area and Virtual (Click here to join on Microsoft Teams »)
DataLab, sponsored by Research Data Services at the University Libraries, is a grant-funded initiative that provides students with hands-on experience in faculty-led research projects each semester. DataLab empowers students to engage in meaningful research while advancing faculty projects across disciplines by providing structured support, mentorship, and hands-on training. This presentation will showcase six faculty-led research projects developed through DataLab, highlighting how students contribute to data collection, analysis, and visualization. The session will explore key findings, methodological approaches, and the broader impact of integrating data science into academic research. Attendees will also gain insight into DataLab’s structure, its role in enhancing data literacy, and opportunities for future collaboration.
Office of Grants and Research Services (OGRS): Pre-Award (Session 2 of 2)
Organizers: Norma Rubio; Maria Alonso
2 – 4 p.m. | Walsh Library, Silent Study Room
The Office of Grants and Research Services (OGRS) in conjunction with the Grant Accounting office (GAO) and Corporate, Foundation and Relations (CFR) will be presenting: “Pre-Award.” Topics include: Request for Proposal (RFP), Scope of Work, Budget, Cayuse, subawards, LOI, understanding release time (academic year), Summer Research salary, and submissions to the different sponsors (federal, state and private).
Friday, April 25, 2025
Office of Grants and Research Services (OGRS): Post-Award (Session 1 of 2)
Organizers: Norma Rubio; Maria Alonso
10 a.m. – 12 p.m. | Walsh Library, Silent Study Room
The Office of Grants and Research Services (OGRS) in conjunction with the Grant Accounting office (GAO) and Corporate, Foundation and Relations (CFR) will be presenting: “Post-Award.” Topics include: types of awards, understanding the requirements of the award, expenditures, reporting, time and effort, monitoring subawards, travel, equipment, No Cost Extension (NCE).
Office of Grants and Research Services (OGRS): Post-Award (Session 2 of 2)
Organizers: Norma Rubio; Maria Alonso
2 – 4 p.m. | Walsh Library, Silent Study Room
The Office of Grants and Research Services (OGRS) in conjunction with the Grant Accounting office (GAO) and Corporate, Foundation and Relations (CFR) will be presenting: “Post-Award.” Topics include: types of awards, understanding the requirements of the award, expenditures, reporting, time and effort, monitoring subawards, travel, equipment, No Cost Extension (NCE).
For more information on these and other events including registration requirements please consult the event web site = 2025 Petersheim Academic Exposition
We look forward to seeing you this coming week!
