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Seton Hall President Awards Diploma to Graduate’s Service Dog

7/9/2026

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President Joseph Nyre presented a diploma to Justin, service dog of graduate Grace Mariani, during Seton Hall University's commencement ceremony.
Grace Mariani earned a magna cum laude B.S. in education at Seton Hall University in Newark, N.J., with her service dog Justin.
Justin, a six-year-old yellow Lab–golden retriever mix, attended all of Mariani’s classes.
Mariani plans to work in elementary and special education after graduation.

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President Joseph Nyre presented a diploma to Justin, service dog of graduate Grace Mariani, during Seton Hall University's commencement ceremony.
Grace Mariani earned a magna cum laude B.S. in education at Seton Hall University in Newark, N.J., with her service dog Justin.
Justin, a six-year-old yellow Lab–golden retriever mix, attended all of Mariani’s classes.
Mariani plans to work in elementary and special education after graduation.