Black Excellence

Celebrating Black History Month 2024

Seton Hall Prep honors Black History Month during which the United States celebrates the legacy of Black Americans whose power to lead, to overcome, and to expand the meaning and practice of American democracy has helped our Nation become a more fair and just society (whitehouse.gov).

Established in 1856, Seton Hall Prep remains committed to educating young men of diverse backgrounds. Our mission further emphasizes fostering the spiritual, intellectual, social, and physical growth of our students to meet the challenges of college and adulthood. Our patron saint, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, was also a champion of social justice, sending a contingent of Sisters of Charity from Maryland to New York City to staff orphanages and schools, one of which was St. Vincent de Paul, the first Catholic school for black children in 1817.

This month twice a week our morning prayers will highlight Black Catholic Saints and community leaders who have made a positive impact on our society. Displayed on our campus are signs honoring Black trailblazers to educate and bring awareness to all students. In addition we are running a drive for the Pierre Toussaint Food Pantry in Newark. Lastly, the month of celebration will conclude with a food expo highlighting traditional dishes from various cultures.

Black History Month Celebrations & Initiatives

List of 4 items.

Dedicated Morning Prayers

This month twice a week our morning prayers will highlight Black Catholic Saints and community leaders who have made a positive impact on our society.
On Campus Display Boards

Displayed on our campus are signs honoring Black trailblazers to educate and bring awareness to all students.
Pierre Toussaint Food Pantry Drive

Collection Bin will be located outside of Campus Ministry on the first floor.

Pierre Toussaint Food Pantry has been serving the needy of Newark for the past 23 years. As an emergency food assistance program we offer food assistance at the end of each month to registered clients and of course we respond to emergency situations whenever we are able.

As a member of the Catholic Charities MEND Food Network we endeavor to Meet Emergency Needs with Dignity. Each month we serve over 300 households - totaling over 700 men, women, and children. We have seen an increase in those looking for assistance including the working poor, senior citizens, and the newly unemployed.

This Agency provides food at no cost. No fee of any kind may be required in connection with CFBNJ food or non-food products.
Cultural Food Expo

The month of celebration will conclude with a food expo highlighting traditional dishes from various cultures.