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Petersheim Exposition & University Libraries 2026

The University Libraries has a long and successful relationship with organizers, presenters, and attendees at the annual Petersheim Academic Exposition sponsored by Seton Hall University which is celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2026.

Counted among the successful presentations sponsored through the University Libraries included the following events . . .

Wednesday, April 22nd 2026

2026 Petersheim Faculty Research Expo 
Organizers: Maria Alonso; Norma Rubio 
9 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Walsh Library, 24/7 Study Room
This year, we proudly celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Petersheim Academic Exposition—a milestone that reflects three decades of curiosity, innovation, and scholarly excellence at Seton Hall University. Throughout its history, the Exposition has shown the remarkable diversity of ideas and research that define our academic community. This year’s event invites us to witness how bold questions, disciplined inquiry, and the pursuit of truth can spark new possibilities. It is a testament to the power of research to illuminate challenges, inspire solutions, and help shape a better, more thoughtful world.

Muse: Art and Design Student Exhibition
Organizer: Christine Lhowe
5 – 7 p.m. | Walsh Library, Gallery
The College of Human Development, Culture, and Media, along with the Walsh Gallery, will be hosting an opening reception for Muse—a student art and design exhibition. While this is the 22nd annual exhibition, the exhibition has been held virtually since 2020. We are excited to be back in person this year. The exhibition will showcase approximately 100 projects from students in 15 classes in the Art, Design and Interactive Multimedia program. With a range of disciplines including graphic design, fine art, digital art, package design, user experience and interface design, game design, and animation it will be an evening of inspiration and community!

Thursday, April 23rd 2026

DataLab: Advancing Research Through Student-Faculty Collaboration
Organizer: Samah Alshrief, Ph.D. 
11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Walsh Library, 2nd Floor Common Area and Virtual (Click to join the event on Microsoft Teams »)
This DataLab session highlights interdisciplinary student research supported by Research Data Services in collaboration with faculty mentors across multiple departments. Students will present projects demonstrating the application of data analysis, computational methods, and research technologies to address real-world research questions. The following presentations showcase the work of DataLab student researchers and their faculty mentors across participating departments.

  • “Themes in Diverse vs. Non-diverse Jury Deliberations”
    Student Researcher: Nadia Aboukaram, Psychology
    Faculty Mentor: Dr. Amanda Bergold, Department of Psychology
    RDS Representative: Dr. Samah Alshrief, Michael Murphy, Emily Cerri
    Abstract: This project analyzes conversations from juries deliberating in a mock criminal trial to identify themes in decisionmaking across diverse and nondiverse juries using qualitative coding methods in Atlas.ti.
  • “Testing a New Sphere Packing Algorithm”
    Student Researcher: Chris Henderson, Physics
    Faculty Mentor: Dr. Peter Morse, Department of Physics
    RDS Representative: Dr. Samah Alshrief, Natalie Lau, Victor Carrillo
    Abstract: This project evaluates a recently developed sphere packing algorithm by testing its performance in lower physical dimensions through computational modeling using Python, C++, and MATLAB.
  • “Testing a New Sphere Packing Algorithm”
    Student Researcher: Daniel Gilliland, Physics
    Faculty Mentor: Dr. Peter Morse, Department of Physics
    RDS Representative: Dr. Samah Alshrief, Natalie Lau, Victor Carrillo
    Abstract: This research investigates the efficiency of a new sphere packing algorithm in lower dimensions using computational simulations to understand scaling behavior and potential applications in data storage and cryptography.
  • “CyberSmart”
    Student Researcher: Marco Ponce, Computer Science
    Faculty Mentor: Dr. Shajina Anand, Department of Computer Science
    RDS Representative: Dr. Samah Alshrief

Time Machines Symposium
Organizer: Sarah Ponichtera 
2 – 4 p.m. | Walsh Library, 24/7 Study Room
This session shares the research projects of five undergraduate students who worked in Special Collections, delving into a specific object or collection over the course of an academic year. Attendees will have the opportunity to see the actual objects students worked with, which will be on display as they present their work:

  • Ariel Espinoza (Advisor: Anthony Sciglitano) — The life and legacy of Luna Kaufman, explored through interviews with her relatives and related archival materials
  • Brooke Hurrell (Advisor: Laura Hapke) — The imagery and historical context of the D’Argenio Roman coin collection
  • Justin Lotito (Advisor: James Kimble) — Binary rhetoric in coverage of the 2003 Iraq War in The Setonian
  • Amelia Olson (Advisor: Sara Fieldston) — Seton Hall student reactions to the Vietnam War
  • Agostina Pieri (Advisor: Sara Fieldston) — Early 20th-century Irish pamphlets and the struggle for Irish independence 

In the second hour, faculty will present on their archival research, highlighting shared challenges and discoveries common to both student and faculty research experiences. Professor James Kimble will speak about his research on “the Kid in Upper 4,” an advertising campaign by the New Haven Railroad during World War 2 which highlighted the human cost of the war. Laura Hapke and Emily Handlin will speak about museum research, discussing discoveries made during their work tracing the history of objects in Seton Hall’s collection. Finally, Sarah Ponichtera will discuss the research and preservation work that led to the discovery of the Yiddish science fiction novella she translated.

Connected Events

Exhibit: Ukraine’s People Revealed! Early Eighteenth-Century Paintings of Ukrainian Society
Organizer: Nathaniel Knight
February 25 – May 1 | Walsh Library, Silent Study Room
An exhibit of ethnographic images from the Swedish National Museum in Stockholm.

The Petersheim Committee for 2026 includes Faculty Librarians Natalie Lau, Lisa Rose-Wiles, and Alan Delozier.

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

 

Petersheim Academic Exposition & University Libraries Representation

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!

Petershiem Academic Expo & University Libraries Involvement

The annual Seton Hall University Petersheim Academic Exposition will take place campus-wide between Monday, April 22nd through Saturday, April 27th, 2024. There will be several detailed and intellectually concentrated presentations during this week. Included within the schedule are various sessions that will feature themes and representation provided by the University Libraries. Individual events are highlighted below . . .

Monday, April 22, 2024

OGRS Research Grant Series: Proposals 101
Organizers: Norma Rubio; Maria Alonso
10 – 11:30 a.m. or 2 – 3:30 p.m. | Walsh Library, Silent Study Room
The Office of Grants and Research (OGRS) is pleased to organize a series of talks to help faculty understand and navigate the different phases of research grants. Faculty will have the opportunity to learn the different tools available to submit competitive proposals and the different reports, forms, and compliance regulations that must be followed to satisfy the sponsor’s and Seton Hall University requirements. View more information »

2024 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 (Click here to view the event)

  • Welcome Address from Erik Lillquist, J.D., Interim Provost, Seton Hall University
  • Keynote Speaker and Lecture: Katia Passerini, Ph.D., Interim President, Seton Hall University , titled “The Importance of Multidisciplinary Research in the Arts, Humanities and Sciences: An International Perspective.”
  • 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 »

Silver Anniversary Commemoration of Catholic Studies Program/Department
Organizer: Alan Delozier
4 – 5: 30 p.m. | Walsh Library, Common Area and Virtual (Click here to join the event)
In honor of this milestone, Catholic Studies acknowledges the collective achievements of those associated with this academic program, highlighting a significant success story. Faculty members affiliated with the program have developed an effective and dynamic curriculum grounded in Catholic-centered pedagogy. During the Petersheim Expo, presentations will offer historical insights and showcase specific examples of the course content provided to the Seton Hall community.

Panelists include:

  • Ines Murzaku, Overview
  • Alan Delozier, Historical Overview of the Department
  • Ines Murzaku and Joseph Rice, Catholic Studies Commemorative Volume
  • Dawn Apgar, Catholic Social Thought in Action: Social Work
  • Jessica Vital, “Fresh Perspectives: Insights from New Students Minoring in the Program”
  • Nimmy Roy, Poster on Catholic Studies
  • Forrest Pritchett, Inter-Departmental Collaborations
  • Ines Murzaku,  Final Thoughts

Tuesday, April 23, 2024

OGRS Research Grant Series: Cayuse Training
Organizers: Norma Rubio; Maria Alonso
10 – 11:30 a.m. or 2 – 3:30 p.m. | Walsh Library, Silent Study Room
The Office of Grants and Research (OGRS) is pleased to organize a series of talks to help faculty understand and navigate the different phases of research grants. Faculty will have the opportunity to learn the different tools available to submit competitive proposals and the different reports, forms, and compliance regulations that must be followed to satisfy the sponsor’s and Seton Hall University requirements. View more information »

Wednesday, April 24, 2024

Stanley Jaki International Congress
Organizer: Gloria Aroneo; Father Joseph Laracy
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Bethany Hall, Room A
The Department of Physics and the Department of Catholic Studies, as well as Immaculate Seminary School of Theology, in collaboration with the Stanley Jaki Foundation, are pleased to host the 2024 Stanley Jaki International Congress.

This conference marks the centenary of Father Stanley Jaki’s birth on August 17, 1924, and will be held on April 24, 2024, at Seton Hall University. The event follows the successful inaugural 2015 Stanley Jaki International Conference.

Faculty Research Showcase 
Organizer: Norma Rubio
10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. | Walsh Library, Beck Rooms
What Great Minds Can Do! From creating innovative ways to teach by developing new curriculum to trying to find new options to cure diseases, or to analyze data to see the effect and changes on society, Seton Hall multidisciplinary research is vibrant, exciting and inspiring. This event will showcase research addressing the challenging problems that we as a society living on this planet may be facing. Please join us and see the new discoveries!

Time Machines: Original Archival Research Projects of 2023-24
Organizer: Sarah Ponichtera
2 – 4 p.m. | Silent Study Room, Walsh Library (First Floor)
This panel discussion will showcase the results of the Time Machines projects, where five undergraduate students conducted research in Seton Hall’s collections to support creative and academic projects.  Students will present their research and their results, and attendees will have the opportunity to see the historical materials used in their projects.

The event will also incorporate faculty from different disciplines working in archives.  They will share their experience and their projects, finding common ground in the archival research experience across disciplinary boundaries. Archival projects such as digitizing endangered collections and creating digital repositories will be included alongside research projects.

OGRS Research Grant Series: Compliance
Organizers: Norma Rubio; Maria Alonso
10 – 11:30 a.m. or 2 – 3:30 p.m. | Walsh Library, Silent Study Room
The Office of Grants and Research (OGRS) is pleased to organize a series of talks to help faculty understand and navigate the different phases of research grants. Faculty will have the opportunity to learn the different tools available to submit competitive proposals and the different reports, forms and compliance regulations that must be followed to satisfy the sponsor’s and Seton Hall University requirements. View more information »

Friday, April 26, 2024

OGRS Research Grant Series: Awards 101
Organizers: Norma Rubio; Maria Alonso
10 – 11:30 a.m. or 2 – 3:30 p.m. | Walsh Library, Silent Study Room
The Office of Grants and Research (OGRS) is pleased to organize a series of talks to help faculty understand and navigate the different phases of research grants. Faculty will have the opportunity to learn the different tools available to submit competitive proposals and the different reports, forms and compliance regulations that must be followed to satisfy the sponsor’s and Seton Hall University requirements. View more information »

2024 Petersheim Academic Exposition Closing Celebration and Awards Ceremony
Organizer: Edward Tall
3:30 – 5 p.m. | McNulty Hall, Amphitheater and Virtual (Click here to view the event)
The formal close to our week of events, featuing a keynote lecture from  alumna Lori Zerrusen, B.S.W., M.S.W., L.S.W. , titled “My Journey to Petersheim and Beyond.”

In addition, here is a full list of all presentations that will occur during the Petersheim Academic Exposition

Need additional help through the University Libraries? You can book a research appointment here: Research Appointment Site.

University Libraries & The Petersheim Academic Exposition

The 27th annual edition of the Petersheim Academic Exposition and its theme of: “Share, Honor, Unite,” will take place from Monday, April 24 – Friday, April 28, 2023. 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 . . .

Exploring the Historical Development of U.S. Higher Education – Student Panel

Monday, April 24th = 2:00-3:00 p.m. Walsh Library, Second Floor Commons Area

In this session, a panel of master’s and doctoral students of Higher Education will share their research exploring various facets of the history of American higher education. Panelists will share work on wide-ranging topics including the historical development of: U.S. colleges serving students with disabilities, Greek life at Seton Hall, higher education in prisons, women in postsecondary STEM subjects and courses, remote work in higher education, and the development of the Catholic Archdiocese of Newark’s higher education system in the 1800s and the 1900s. 

Ethics Across the Disciplines: Expert Faculty Session

Tuesday, April 25th = 10:00-11:00 a.m.

In this session, faculty experts from a variety of disciplines come together to discuss ethical considerations within their own disciplines and the possibilities of commonalities across different kinds of ethics and ethics in research. This expert panel includes:

  • LaMar Bolden, Assistant Professor, Department of Occupational Therapy
  • John Buschman, Associate Provost for Research and Innovation and Dean of University Libraries
  • Sulie Chang, Professor, Department of Biological Sciences
  • Madison Krall, Assistant Professor of Communication
  •  Link To Attend Via Teams Video = Click here to join the event

DataLab Showcase – Presented by University Libraries 

Wednesday, April 26th = 3:00-5:00 p.m. Walsh Library, Second Floor Commons Area

The DataLab is an interdisciplinary project providing data management and data analysis training to students working with faculty on small-scale research projects. Students will use many quantitative and qualitative data analysis software such as Atlas.ti, SPSS, Stata, jamovi and data visualization techniques to analyze and report their project results. Students are required to attend a minimum of four data classes plus participate in hands-on exercises and assignments. DataLab student stipends are paid by the Office of the Provost as part of the Seeds of Innovation

For more information on these and other events including registration requirements please consult the event web site = 2023 Petersheim Academic Exposition

We look forward to seeing you next week!

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