Executive Cabinet

Edward Bishof Sr

Edward J. Bishof ’80/M.B.A. ’88 was appointed Vice President for Finance and Chief Financial Officer in February 2024. He is responsible for the Division of Finance. Prior to joining the Seton Hall community in this role, Ed provided vision and direction to budgeting and financial affairs units at highly complex organizations for more than four decades.

He began his career in higher education with six years at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (now Rutgers School of Biomedical and Health Sciences). He then spent 33 years at the New Jersey Institute of Technology, most recently as Senior Vice President for Finance and Chief Financial Officer from 2016 to 2021.

In that role, Ed and his team created the financial model for NJIT’s 2020 Vision strategic plan, resulting in $136.2 million being allocated in support of NJIT's priorities. He also drove dramatic improvement in treasury and cash management that resulted in interest income of $3.6 million annually. He worked to increase the market value of NJIT’s endowment from $95.8 million at the end of Fiscal Year 2015 to $153.4 million in 2021.

Immediately before arriving at Seton Hall, Ed worked as a budget/finance/business strategic planning consultant and Interim Chief Financial Officer at La Salle University in Philadelphia.

Matthew Borowick '89/MBA '94 Matthew Borowick '89/MBA '94 was appointed inaugural vice president of the Division of University Relations in November 2020. The division includes the departments of Government Relations and Public Relations and Marketing, responsible for developing compelling communications and working with local, state, and national government officials.

After 10 years in the banking industry, including the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, Borowick joined Seton Hall in 1999. He established the Department of Government Relations, helping to shape higher education legislation and securing over $90 million for university priorities since then.

He has served as the presiding officer for the association of Private College and University Alumni Directors (PCUAD), has been a frequent presenter and conference chair for the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) and has been quoted in CASE Currents and other higher education publications. He has consulted nationally and internationally.

Previously, Borowick served as Seton Hall’s interim vice president of the Division of University Advancement with responsibility to lead Seton Hall’s advancement services, alumni relations, development, marketing, communications, and government relations.

He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Economics and MBA in Finance, both from Seton Hall.

Kimberly Capadona Kimberly A. Capadona '98/J.D. '01 was appointed to General Counsel of Seton Hall University in April 2020. Kimberly, who specializes in labor and employment law, is a former partner of Archer & Greiner, P.C. Her broad range of experience includes nationwide representation of employers in wage and hour matters, injunctions, and employment discrimination and harassment claims involving sex, race, age, religion or handicap. She has served as President of the Seton Hall University Alumni Board of Directors and as a member of the Board of Regents.

Monica Burnette Monica Burnette, Ph.D. is the Vice President of Student Services. In her role, she manages five main areas in the Division of Student Services - Academic Success, Campus Inclusion & Community, Student Engagement, Business Affairs and Information Technology, Student Wellness & Support, and Public Safety & Security. She also serves as the Co-Chair of the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee, Council for Student Success, and Health Intervention and Communication Team. Since joining Seton Hall in 2013, she has served as the Associate Vice President & Chief of Staff (Student Services), Assistant Vice President, Director of Special Projects & Planning, and the Director of the Academic Resource Center. In the past two years, Monica has co-authored two major federal (TRIO- Student Support Services), and state (Opportunity Meets Innovation) grants awarding Seton Hall over $2.7M. She is an adjunct faculty member in the College of Education and Human Services, mentoring and teaching in areas of survey research and research methods in administration.

Prior to Seton Hall, Monica has held roles as an Advising Dean (Columbia University), Assistant Director of Admissions and Financial Aid (Columbia University School of Journalism), Admissions & Academic Affairs Coordinator (University of California, Berkeley), and Managing Associate Director of Admissions (The Art Institute of California- San Francisco). She received her B.S. in human development from the University of California, Davis, her M.A. in Postsecondary and Higher Education from Columbia University - Teachers College, and her Ph.D. in higher education leadership and management from Seton Hall University. She was born and raised in San Francisco, CA.

Paul E. Fisher Jr. MPA '98 is the Chief Information Officer at Seton Hall University. Fisher, who has been with the University since 1997, previously served as the director of the Teaching, Learning, and Technology Center starting in 2005 and was appointed Associate Chief Information Officer in 2009, holding this position for 14 years. At Seton Hall, Paul has significantly contributed to integrating technology into the curriculum and supporting faculty. Awarded the McQuaid Medal in 2021, he chairs both the Teaching, Learning, Technology Roundtable (TLTR) and the University Data Governance Council. His academic involvement extends to adjunct roles in the College of Arts and Sciences and the former College of Education and Human Services, where he taught multimedia development and project management.

Paul has been pivotal in the University's digital transformation, overseeing the development of innovative teaching and learning environments, including the advanced medical simulation center at the Interprofessional Health Sciences campus in Nutley. He played a key role in expanding Seton Hall's online course portfolio and was instrumental during the COVID-19 pandemic, ensuring uninterrupted operations and facilitating remote education. His leadership contributed to Seton Hall's recognition as an Adobe Creative Campus in 2022. Additionally, Fisher is actively engaged in EDUCAUSE, a nonprofit advancing higher education through technology, and has been a faculty member at the Educause Learning Technology Leadership Institute for five years.

Father Colin Kay Rev. Colin Adrian Kay, M.Div.’05, was appointed Vice President for Mission and Ministry in September of 2020. Born in the city of Newark and raised right beside the University’s South Orange campus, he attended Seton Hall Prep and later Columbia University, where he earned a B.A. in Latin.

After four years of service in the military and seven years of contemplative life in a Carthusian monastery, he completed his studies at Immaculate Conception Seminary and was ordained a priest for the Archdiocese of Newark.

Father Kay served in parish ministry and in high school chaplaincy before being appointed Director of Campus Ministry at Seton Hall, where he focused on the pastoral and spiritual needs of students, staff and faculty on the South Orange campus. In the Office of Mission and Ministry, Father Kay seeks to ensure, promote, and support the mission of Seton Hall in the University’s ministry outreaches and in all its many efforts.

Erik Lillquist, J.D. was appointed Interim Provost and Executive Vice President, effective July 1, 2025, and named Deputy Provost and Chief Administrative Officer on July 1, 2024. During the 2023-24 Academic Year, he served as the Interim Provost of the University. Lillquist has been a pillar of dedication and service since joining Seton Hall Law in 1999. Starting his journey as a professor, he later ascended to the position of Vice Dean of the school, a role he held for six years. As a member of the Law School faculty, Lillquist's scholarly contributions were not only published in esteemed law journals but have also been cited by the Supreme Court.

In 2015, he transitioned to the South Orange campus, taking on the role of Associate Provost for Academic Projects. More recently, he held the position of Associate Provost for Strategy and Finance. In this capacity, Lillquist centered his attention on academic administration, delving deep into University policy, budget and finance, human resources, and long-term strategic planning. Notably, he spearheaded the implementation of Responsibility Centered Management (RCM) budgeting, championed the Seeds of Innovation initiative, and played a crucial role in enacting significant revisions to the Faculty Guide, among various other initiatives.

Lillquist has played a pivotal role in enhancing academic spaces at Seton Hall. Due to his persistent efforts, the university's learning and communal areas have seen significant upgrades over the past five years.

Erik holds a B.A. and a B.S. from Stanford University and a J.D. from the University of Virginia. He and his wife reside in Montclair and have three grown children.

Photo of Katie McCarthy Katie McCarthy has been appointed Interim Vice President of Enrollment Management, effective October 1, 2025. Katie oversees Undergraduate Admissions, Financial Aid, Enrollment Services Information Systems, and Enrollment Services Communications and Marketing. She has been a prominent member within Seton Hall University’s Enrollment Management team since 2013 and had previously served in the Assistant Vice President for Enrollment Management Operations role since 2021. Her strategic initiatives and efforts to streamline operations have been key in enhancing enrollment, supporting a diverse student body, and ensuring overall efficiency and effectiveness. Katie is also co-leading the Banner SaaS migration, a shift to a cloud-based platform aimed at enhancing efficiency across both academic and administrative operations. She is an active participant in the Enrollment Management community and has collaborated on various IT initiatives including the implementation of Technolutions Slate for Admissions. In 2019, Katie was selected for the College Board’s Enrollment Leadership Academy, a program designed to develop the next generation of leaders in enrollment management. She holds a B.A. in English Literature with a minor in Journalism from the University of Delaware, an M.B.A. from Seton Hall University (2017), and is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Higher Education at Seton Hall.

Amy F. Newcombe Amy F. Newcombe, M.Ed. '97/J.D. is the Executive Vice President for Board Affairs and University Strategy. Amy Newcombe plans, coordinates, streamlines and supports the work of the Board of Regents and Board of Trustees using best practices. She oversees the implementation of Harvest Our Treasures and communicates Board Affairs initiatives to the University community. She collaborates with the Office of General Counsel and the Office of Mission and Ministry to ensure the University pursues its mission with excellence. She works with the Office of the President on special projects and to foster a climate of shared service on behalf of our students.

Amy holds an A.B. in history from Duke, a J.D. from the University of Notre Dame, and a master's degree from Seton Hall. Her deep affection for Seton Hall was inspired by her father, who earned his undergraduate and law degrees here. Amy and her husband reside in New Providence and are proud parents of three grown children.

Jon Paparsenos '99 Jon Paparsenos is the Vice President, University Advancement at Seton Hall University. He provides leadership and oversight over the University’s fundraising and alumni efforts and serves as the institutions chief fundraising officer. Jon brings more than 17 years’ experience in the planning and execution of fundraising campaigns and building high performing Advancement teams.

Prior to Seton Hall, Jon served as the Vice President for Philanthropy and CEO UNSW Foundation at UNSW Sydney in Australia, with Caltech (the California Institute of Technology), with Marquette University in Wisconsin and with Community Counseling Co., LLC in New York.

Jon is an active volunteer for CASE serving as chair and a member of faculty for the CASE APIEF Institute in Melbourne, Australia.

Jon came to philanthropy following an eight-year service with the US Marine Corps. Jon holds a BA from Seton Hall University. He is a fluent Greek speaker and emigrated from Greece at the age of 18 to the United States.

Lisa Metz was named Executive Director of Presidential Affairs in May 2024, beginning her service in 1998. Lisa supports the President’s leadership and strategic initiatives, closely coordinating with Executive Cabinet members and various University departments to implement the President’s vision, ensuring that the Office of the President operates at its highest potential.