The Traditions Project would not be possible with support from alumni, parents, students, employees and friends. Thanks to those who have already shared their Seton Hall story. Some of them are displayed here. We look forward to learning yours.
Who was your favorite Seton Hall professor or employee?
"Some professors, while quite good at teaching, were also characters whose antics and/or mannerisms always kept us entertained. Like Doc West (logic), Matthew Farrell (history) and Msgr. Davis (economics). I will never forget one particularly surprising and challenging question on my final exam as a senior taking the economics course taught by Msgr. Davis. The question: Explain how actress Jayne Mansfield exemplifies the economic principle of supply and demand. I used up most pages in my blue book answering that question and, in the end, aced the exam and the course." - Nick Scalera '63
“Both Dr. K. Boroff and Dr. A. Mayo and their staffs were always there providing support, guidance and assistance when my daughter needed them.” - Bernye Ayer, mother of Alexandra Ayer ‘08
What was your favorite thing about Seton Hall?
"The Honor's program. It's broad-based humanities curriculum was structured in a way that really lent itself to stimulating me to think critically about anything and everything."
- James Regan '02
"Tough question - I loved just about everything. I'd have to say all the amazing people I met who are now lifelong friends. It was just such a wonderful, fun, close-knit community."
- Kristen (Kessel) Ellison '99, M.B.A. '02
“I saw that the moral teachings of taking responsibility and good work ethic paid off in good grades and a positive experience beyond academics.” - Ed Jacobson, father of -Bradley Jacobson ‘08
What was the biggest challenge facing students while you were enrolled?
"Dealing with the impatience of finishing one's education while wanting, immediately, to change the world."
- Rev. Paul Holmes '77
What were your hobbies at The Hall? How did you spend your free time?
"I was very involved with the Setonian... I loved the Student Center."
- James Lampariello '75
What would you like future generations of students to know about your time at Seton Hall?
“Always remember that pirates bleed blue forever. Seton Hall is the greatest place to me and the connections you build will last forever. You may not always be friends with the people you meet, but the campus will always stand behind you and support you, even long after you are gone.”
- Erin Kelly ‘00
“These were among the best years of my life! When I was a freshman, a senior I met told me to soak up every day because it goes so fast. I'm really glad I listened.”
- Joan Vander Valk ‘97
