Seton Hill University

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Seton Hill University
Seton Hill University seal.png
MottoHazard Yet Forward
TypePrivate university
Established1885
Religious affiliation
Catholic Church (Sisters of Charity)
PresidentMary C. Finger, Ed.D.
Undergraduates1,676
Location
Greensburg
,
Pennsylvania
,
U.S.
CampusSuburban
ColorsCrimson and gold    
AthleticsNCAA Division II – PSAC (West)
NicknameGriffins
AffiliationsACCU
NAICU
CIC
MSA
MascotGriffin
Websitewww.setonhill.edu
Seton Hill University logo.png

Seton Hill University is a private Catholic university in Greensburg, Pennsylvania. Formerly a women's college, it became a coeducational university in 2002 and enrolls about 2,200 students.[1]

History[]

The school was founded in 1885 by the Sisters of Charity.[2] It is named for Elizabeth Ann Seton (1774–1821), who founded the Sisters of Charity and who, after her death, was canonized as the United States' first native-born saint.[3] (Seton Hall University and the College of Saint Elizabeth in New Jersey are also named after Elizabeth Ann Seton.)

In 1914, Seton Hill Junior college was opened by the Sisters of Charity. With the approval of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Seton Hill College was created four years later.[2]

In 1946, 40 male World War II veterans were accepted as students at Seton Hill.[4] During the 1980s, men were regularly admitted to many programs at Seton Hill College, including music and theater. In 2002, Seton Hill was officially granted university status by the Pennsylvania Department of Education.[5]

Seton Hill University received widespread public attention[6][7][8] after announcing a technology plan that includes providing an iPad to all full-time students, as well a 13" MacBook to all incoming freshmen. Upon graduation, students keep both devices.[9] Beginning in the fall of 2013, new full-time students will receive an iPad Mini and new full-time freshmen will be provided with a MacBook Air.[10] Seton Hill University is recognized as an Apple Distinguished School.

Academics[]

Seton Hill divides its undergraduate programs into six schools: Business, Education & Applied Social Sciences, Humanities, Natural & Health Sciences, and Visual & Performing Arts. In addition to their major, all students take liberal arts core classes in arts, mathematics, sciences, culture, history, and writing. The university also offers twelve graduate programs. Subjects include art, writing, education, therapy, business, orthodontics, and physician assistant studies.

Seton Hill has a student-to-faculty ratio of 15:1.[11] The typical class size for courses in the major is about 20-25. Liberal arts core classes tend to be larger, at 30-45 students.

Centers[]

The Seton Hill University Administration Building, with a statue of Elizabeth Ann Seton.
  • National Catholic Center for Holocaust Education
  • Child Development Center
  • Center for Family Therapy
  • SHU Center for Orthodontics
  • The Wukich Center for Entrepreneurial Opportunities
  • Performing Arts Center
  • Dance and Visual Arts Center
  • Robert M. Brownlee Mathematics Enrichment Center

Athletics[]

Seton Hill Griffins logo

After president JoAnne Boyle formalized the school's new status as a university, the teams' nickname was changed from "Spirits" to "Griffins," and several men's athletics teams were added, including football. In 2006, Seton Hill announced it was transferring to NCAA Division II and joining the West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (WVIAC). They had belonged to the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA). In 2012, Seton Hill announced its move to the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC).[12]

Seton Hill athletics, known as the Griffins, compete in Division II of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). During the 2012–2013 academic year, Seton Hill was a member of the West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (WVIAC). As of July 1, 2013, following the breakup of the WVIAC, along with the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown, also from the WVIAC, Seton Hill is a member of the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC).[13]

Seton Hill varsity men's and women's sports include football, men's & women's basketball, men's and women's cross country, men's wrestling, men's and women's lacrosse, men's and women's track and field, softball, baseball, women's cheerleading, women's field hockey, women's equestrian, men's and women's soccer, women's volleyball, women's golf, and women's tennis.

In 2005, 60% of the entering class was male, due to an influx of male students who were interested in new sports programs such as football. In 2008, the football team had a 10-3 record. The football team and the men's soccer team each won the inaugural West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Conference's team sportsmanship award in 2008.[14]

In 2006, the baseball team received a berth to the NAIA World Series in the program's third year of existence.

In 2014, the baseball team had its most successful season; winning the PSAC, the Atlantic Regional, and advancing to the College World Series. The team ended up finishing top six in the country.

Notable alumni[]

  • Former First Lady of Pennsylvania, , alumna of 1969 and former chair of the Board of Trustees[15]
  • Justice Maureen O'Connor, alumna of 1973 and sixth woman to have served as an Ohio Supreme Court justice.
  • Admiral Ronne Froman, who graduated from Seton Hill College in 1969, served 31 years in the United States Navy, retiring as a rear admiral, and was the first female US Navy admiral to be "in charge of naval bases and stations around the world".[16] She then filled several high-profile civilian positions in San Diego, California.
  • Dr. Patricia A. Gabow, alumna of 1965, CEO of Denver Health from 1992–2012
  • Jane Tutoki, Chief Executive Officer of Cunningham Lindsay.[17]
  • Dr. Margaret C. Heagarty, class of 1957 and founder of the pediatric AIDS unit at Harlem Hospital in New York City, earning international attention and admiration from Princess of Wales, Diana Spencer, who frequented Dr. Heagarty's unit during U.S. tours.[18]
  • Ethel LeFrak, wife of billionaire Samuel J. LeFrak and prominent New York City philanthropist.[19]
  • Stephanie M. Wytovich (born c 1989) is an American editor, novelist and poet working in the horror genre.

References[]

  1. ^ "About Seton Hill University". Seton Hill University. Retrieved 12 August 2012.
  2. ^ Jump up to: a b "Seton Hill University - A Leading Catholic Liberal Arts University in Greensburg Pennsylvania". Setonhill.edu. Archived from the original on 2012-06-24. Retrieved 2012-08-12.
  3. ^ Knight, Kevin. "St. Elizabeth Ann Seton". Catholic Encyclopedia. New Advent. Retrieved 12 August 2012.
  4. ^ "Seton Hill University, Then & Now". Seton Hill University. Retrieved 15 April 2013.
  5. ^ "Archived copy". Archived from the original on April 26, 2002. Retrieved June 1, 2012.CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
  6. ^ Sande, Steve (March 30, 2010). "And so it begins... Seton Hill University to give all students an iPad". TUAW (or The Unofficial Apple Weblog). Retrieved 12 August 2012.
  7. ^ "Seton Hill University hands out iPads to students". Engadget.com. 2010-03-30. Retrieved 2016-04-01.
  8. ^ Carr, David (March 31, 2010). "And an iPad in Every Backpack". The New York Times. Retrieved 12 August 2012.
  9. ^ "iPad for Everyone!". The Griffin Technology Advantage. Seton Hill University. Archived from the original on 12 May 2012. Retrieved 12 August 2012.
  10. ^ "Mobile Learning @ the Hill · Seton Hill University". Setonhill.edu. Retrieved 2016-03-26.
  11. ^ "Seton Hill University - Admissions". Setonhill.edu. Retrieved 2012-08-12.
  12. ^ "Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference Expands". Seton Hill University. Retrieved 15 April 2013.
  13. ^ "Media Relations · Seton Hill University". Setonhill.edu. Retrieved 2016-03-26.
  14. ^ "Archived copy". Archived from the original on January 12, 2009. Retrieved February 18, 2009.CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
  15. ^ "Seton Hill University to Present Medal of Distinction to Michele Ridge". Seton Hill University. Retrieved 2018-12-03.
  16. ^ "News · Seton Hill University". Setonhill.edu. Retrieved 2016-04-01.
  17. ^ Magazine, The CEO (2017-09-04). "Jane Tutoki CEO of Cunningham Lindsey". The CEO Magazine. Retrieved 2018-12-03.
  18. ^ "Changing the Face of Medicine". December 3, 2018.
  19. ^ "New York Philanthropist Ethel LeFrak to Receive Seton Hill University Honor". Seton Hill University. Retrieved 2018-12-04.

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