Wednesday, September 26, 2007
by: Isabel Bauer

Jim Milway graduated 50 years ago, which makes him a Golden Pirate. Brian Hoatson just entered this year’s freshman class. What connects these two is that their hometowns are both about ten miles from campus; one has both a B.S. and an M.B.A. from Seton Hall; the other is working toward those degrees. And, of course, that they are both fond of the University — one for what it has given to him in the past, the other for what it will do for him in the future. Read their responses below and find out what has changed for incoming freshmen over the last half century and what has remained the same.

How did you hear about Seton Hall and why did you apply to come here?

Jim Milway: I knew about Seton Hall from church and had read numerous articles about the school in our local newspaper. I decided to attend because Seton Hall was local, reasonable and affiliated with the Catholic Church. 

Brian Hoatson: I have strong family ties to Seton Hall. My grandmother worked in the library for over 20 years and my uncles are proud alumni. Currently, my sister Julianne is in her senior year and has had a great experience. Out of all the college open houses I attended on the east coast, Seton Hall’s impressed me most because it was well organized, energetic and personal.

What were your first impressions of the school?
 
JM: I remember looking outside the window during my first few classes and seeing lots of construction going on outside. Back then, the campus wasn't as green as it is today either. The University has done quite a nice job of landscaping since then.

BH: The first time I ever visited Seton Hall was in the springtime when all the trees and flowers were blooming. Students were sitting outside doing their homework. The small manicured campus generates a humble feeling and family-type atmosphere.
 
Did you / are you going to join any sports?
 
JM: I played on the golf team and was team captain during my senior year.

BH: I can't wait to join the rugby and softball intramural teams.
 
How did / do you find adjusting to college life?
 
JM: I became very active in organizations such as the Pershing Rifles, Knights of Setonia, the Glee Club and Sigma Delta Phi, an off-campus fraternity of which I was president my junior and senior year.

BH: With the help of the university it has been an easy transition for me because I have already met many new students at freshman convocation and my classes are starting to keep me quite busy.

What did you / what are you planning to major in?
 
JM: I graduated with a BS in business administration in 1957 and later went on to pursue my MBA, which I received in 1968.

BH: I’m enrolled in the Stillman School of Business, majoring in Finance. I would also like to work towards an MBA.
 
How would you describe Seton Hall in one word?
 
JM: Wonderful

BH: Community
 

Because he's a Golden Pirate, we gave Jim the last word: "Seton Hall gave me a tremendous all-around education that prepared me to meet my goals and aspirations extraordinarily well. My advice to any freshman is to get involved in extracurricular activities and to learn human relations skills. Having good communication skills and being well-rounded will get you were you want to go in life. Also, explore Seton Hall's spiritual side."

— Isabel Bauer

For more information please contact:
Alumni Relations
973-378-9827
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