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and make our community thrive. The year ahead offers challenges. We intend to promises and become real players in the new BIG EAST Confer- ence. We are putting the final touches on a core curriculum that will become Seton Hall’s national- possibilities... ly recognized signature experience. Our capital campaign will leap Ever Forward toward a suc- cessful conclusion. founders apart, McCollough’s simple response: How unique is the combination of American Optimistic? You better believe it. I certainly do. “Courage and character.” I love reading history. From history we gain genius, born in revolution, and Christian faith, The story of the year 1776 is not so much about the wisdom to confront difficult challenges; we born of optimism — which opens endless the summer of the Declaration of Independence, learn that bold actions yield great fruits: the but about how General George Washington led a dreams and possibilities! same character and courage that Washington saw rag-tag army in nearly impossible campaigns into in his soldiers, the same abiding pioneer faith of the bleakest winter imaginable. In the end they Mother Seton. I’ve often said there is no better place to be in the fall than on an Ameri- prevailed, thank God. can college campus. A new academic year is rife with possibility and At the same time, Elizabeth Ann Bayley was promise — especially here at Seton Hall, where we are committed to the just two years old, living in New York where many From history we gain the wisdom to best in higher education under the umbrella of faith. crucial battles were fought — and lost. I think of confront difficult challenges; we learn Can there be any busier, more hopeful campus than our own? The Mother Seton and her revolutionary world of University’s motto, Hazard Zet Forward, bespeaks this spirit. Our invention and discovery, mirrored by the revolu- that bold actions yield great fruits. founder, Bishop James Roosevelt Bayley, optimistically planted the seed tion in science and technology in our own day. of a magnificent idea that blossomed into a great Catholic university for Our revolution, our dreams, I believe, are but the tens of thousands of students who have achieved their futures here. pieces of a greater dream, of a plan in the infinite More importantly, I love making history: if not In this spirit, in 2003 the Board of Regents adopted a bold, compre- mind of our Creator. He calls us to serve Him and world-shaking, certainly life-shaping and institu- hensive Sesquicentennial Strategic Plan to lift Seton Hall into the next our fellow citizens, fellow dreamers. tion-transforming. Today, we write the next page, tier among national institutions. When I became president of the University, a indeed the next chapter, in the history of Seton As a cornerstone of that plan, we are well into the ambitious $150 decade ago, I was graced with this spirit of hope, Hall. We call it “2006.” million campaign for capital and endowment funds that will advance rooted in faith. December marks my 10th anniver- Forward, despite all hazards. Forward, with P our mission for future generations. The current total stands at more sary as president and my 35th as a priest. These dreams and optimism. than $88 million, with two years to go, and the transformation of two roles have long since become mutually sustain- McNulty Hall into a gleaming $35 million Science and Technology ing, the source of great joy and strength for me. Center has begun. Now, when I look at our first-year students, Which reminds me of another campaign . . . most of them born in 1987 (four decades after my I have just finished reading 1776 by David McCollough, who spoke on own birthday), I see their enthusiasm and hope. campus last year. I recommend the book to anyone who seeks to know I think, too, of all our alumni, friends and donors what really makes our country tick. When asked what set our nation’s and the great work they do to keep the spirit alive

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ber, the board asked him to return as CEO. “We hadn’t planned on taking life easy,” kids Murray a clear choice about his brief retirement. That’s evident from his FORTHEMURRAYS active service with nonprofits and universities; on two corporate boards; and on boards for Maguire Energy Institute, the Valve Manufacturers Associa- tion, the Petroleum Equipment Suppliers Associa- Deep in the heart of Dallas and wherever there’s oil, look for Patrick M. Murray for an Exxon refinery. He and Mary Ann married in tion and the Dallas World Affairs Council. He has ’64/M.B.A. ’72. “The oil fields really get in your blood,” he says. As CEO and 1968. Their daughter, Suzanne, recently completed chairman of the board of Dresser, Inc., Murray spends 40 percent of his time an M.B.A. and lives in Dallas with her husband, in the lands where oil flows. The privately held oilfield equipment company, Ben, a radiologist. “It’s a design for the future. Energy headquartered in Addison, Texas, has 8,500 employees and a sales presence Seton Hall “has really moved forward,” Murray in 100 countries. observes. “It’s no longer a small commuter college. conservation is clearly an issue we Murray’s explorations in Asia have shown him a world “very different cul- It’s a major university that attracts international wrestle with a lot...” turally and economically than what my experience had been,” he says. Rapid students, which is important today. I have been modernization in China and India now fuels those high prices for crude. “I very fortunate my entire life, and Seton Hall really personally didn’t think it would get much above $60 a barrel,” Murray noted helped in preparing me to look for interesting also taken an active role in his alma mater — in mid-August, “and it’s not going to fall dramatically in the near term.” opportunities.” serving as vice chair of Ever Forward: The Seton That’s one reason why Murray supports “green” initiatives. It’s also why Murray’s career pipeline began in finance. He Hall University Sesquicentennial Capital Cam- he and his wife, Mary Ann, made a generous gift to name the Patrick M. and joined NL Industries in Hightstown, New Jersey, paign, member of the Board of Regents and lead- Mary Ann P. Murray Atrium in Seton Hall’s Science and Technology Center. in 1973 as a systems application consultant. His ing the Dallas Alumni Chapter. The new building will be one of the nation’s most innovative and energy- increasingly senior management positions led to a Somewhat sheepishly, Murray admits that he efficient teaching and research facilities for science and technology. In June, transfer to Houston in 1980. As president of Sper- and his family have become Texans. But his Pirate the University broke ground on this $35 million renovation and expansion of ry-Sun Drilling Services (1988-96), he learned the pride flows freely as he views the men’s basket- McNulty Hall. executive skills needed for senior management. At ball team, in person or on ESPN. Around Dallas, “Mary Ann and I both thought the design and approach were terrific,” the end of the next four years, while president of there are 125 alumni who could join him for a P Murray exclaims. “It will preserve the façade [of McNulty Hall]. It’s a Halliburton Company’s Dresser Equipment Group, game watch. design for the future. Energy conservation is an issue we [at Dresser, Inc.] Inc., and holding other top positions in Dresser wrestle with a lot, including how to make the products we manufacture Industries, he reached a turning point. In April more energy-efficient,” he notes. “Buildings like this clearly are where we 2001, Murray guided the management team for the should be going.” leveraged buyout that formed Dresser, Inc. “It was Murray’s globetrotting began in his boyhood. His parents, of Irish back- a chance to participate in creating a business,” he ground, moved from Surrey, England, to Elizabeth, New Jersey, when he was notes. He led the new company as president until 6 years old. At Seton Hall, he majored in accounting and appreciated study- November 2002. ing philosophy. An ROTC student, he received his Army commission upon In May 2004, Murray retired as CEO and was graduation, and served two years in Korea and California. Returning to Eliz- named chairman of its board. When the company’s abeth, he took evening classes at Seton Hall to earn an M.B.A. while working succession plan shifted unexpectedly last Decem-

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seton hall firsts CELEBRATING a ledger to monitor all spending. While 1880s, many other student organiza- STUDENT BEGINNINGS parents could withdraw students at tions came into existence, including the The first five students enrolled at will, they could not interfere with the Sodality of the Sacred Heart, the Bayley Seton Hall College in 1856 were: discipline of the College. Debating Society, several library and • Louis Boisaubin Three literary societies attracted reading room associations, the Setonian • Alfred Boisaubin (The Boisaubins of Madison were the first brothers members: the Setonian Literary Orchestra, and the Dramatic Company. and New Jerseyans to enroll) Association, the Bayley Literary On March 9, 1886, Seton Hall experi- • Leo G. Thebaud 150YEARS Society and the Reading Room Society. enced its second devastating fire. • John Moore (Moore, of New York, In January 1866, campus life was Townspeople alerted the fire depart- was the first out-of-state student to enroll) In celebration of Seton Hall’s sesquicentennial, the University’s shattered when a fire struck, destroy- ment, which arrived before students, • Peter Meehan dynamic 150 years will be broken down over the next few ing the Elphinstone, or “Marble,” who were eating their lunch, left their Mansion that had been the home of the dining tables. The 1860-63 College issues of the Seton Hall magazine. This first issue covers Seton original property owners. It was used Building was destroyed “from roof to Hall College’s early years—1853-97. For an extended timeline of as the seminary building and was on foundation.” The setback proved tem- the period, visit www.shu.edu/150. the site of Presidents Hall. Only some porary — the building was restored by PAST PRESIDENTS 1853-97 books and administrative records were January 1887, enrollment rebounded Most Reverend Bernard J. McQuaid, salvaged, along with a few pieces of and the College continued to thrive. D.D. (1856-57,1859-67); later Bishop of Rochester, NY (1868-1909) furniture, including an armchair that In August 1893, the College added Reverend Daniel J. Fisher, D.D. (1857- belonged to Bishop James Roosevelt an ROTC program for students. It was 59) Bayley’s grandmother. discontinued a few years later and not Reverend Michael A Corrigan, D.D. By 1868, the campus had recovered restored until the 1950s. (1867-76); later Bishop of Newark, NJ In the Beginning—Students at Seton Hall (1873-80); Archbishop of New York from the fire and had an enrollment During its first 40 years, Seton Hall (1880-1902) eton Hall College opened on Students purchased the clothing student grades were read publicly. of 119 students who were divided into and its students displayed a breadth Reverend James H. Corrigan, D.D. September 1, 1856, in Madison they would need when they arrived, By today’s standards, discipline was seven classes spanning preparatory and vitality in an amazing variety of (1876-88) Reverend William F. Marshall, D.D. New Jersey, as an all-male col- including three winter suits, 12 shirts, rigid; yet, for its time, it was character- school through college. In 1870, the cur- activities. They began a legacy of stu- S (1888-97) lege — with a class of only five stu- 12 pairs of socks, handkerchiefs, three ized as “mild and paternal.” Students riculum formally separated into what dent intellectual and extracurricular dents. By the end of the month, 11 addi- pairs of shoes and an overcoat. could be expelled for leaving the is now Seton Hall Preparatory School. activities that would become a founda- tional students registered. By July 1857, Academic study was divided into College grounds after dusk; rules pro- In 1873, students organized the tion for future students. P Seton Hall would boast 54 students. four broad categories: classical, hibited the use of tobacco; a code of Setonian Scientific Society (their first | JERRY TROMBELLA In 1860, the College moved to 60 English, French and mathematics, silence prohibited speaking in corridors science organization), and the Seton acres at its current location in South each requiring written and oral exami- between classes. They were allowed Hall Glee Club was created. During the Orange. The course of study and stu- nations. Students could also study to correspond only with parents and (FROM LEFT) Seton Hall College was named dents’ daily routines were rigorous. Spanish and German. Optional courses guardians, and the president was enti- in honor of Elizabeth Ann Seton, Bishop James Students faced an academic year of included music, drawing and painting. tled to examine all letters. Parents were Roosevelt Bayley’s beloved aunt. Bishop Bayley founded Seton Hall College in Madison, New two, five-month sessions, from August Each week, status reports were read encouraged to place any spending Jersey, in 1856. The Cadet Corps of Seton Hall to June, with two vacation periods: aloud in class on each student’s money given to a student with the College are pictured in 1896. Courses in military instruction, along with a program in military science 10 days for Christmas and a two-day progress. Parents were given progress College treasurer, who would allocate it and tactics was started in 1893. reprieve in May. reports at the end of each term, and “as prudence suggests” and maintained Photos courtesy of Seton Hall University Archives

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FIRST APPOINTED BOARD The first Board of Trustees for Seton Hall College was appointed in 1861. SETON HALL AT A GLANCE The board included:

• Bishop James Roosevelt Bayley, • Henry James Anderson 1861 • 11 faculty and 6 prefect and tutors President of the Board of Trustees • Orestes A. Brownson and Ex-Officio Member • Tuition and board, washing, mending, • Edward Thebaud Jr. • Very Reverend Patrick Moran use of bed and bedding: $225 per • Daniel Coghlan annum • Reverend Bernard J. McQuaid, • Physician’s fees: $5 (medicine President of Seton Hall College • William Dunn charged at apothecary’s rates) • Dominic Eggert • Reverend John Mackin • Music: $50 • Michael J. Ledwith • Reverend Michael Madden • Drawing: $40 • John B. Richmond • Languages (German, Italian and Spanish): $25 each per annum • 79 students (1861-62) 1897 The Seton Hall Sports Legacy Begins the nation’s elite East Coast colleges. • 12 faculty The Seton Hall “Eleven” made history of FACULTY BEGINNINGS • Tuition and board: $350 per annum rom their earliest days on Nines (baseball) and the Football their own in 1882 when they opposed The first documented group of faculty and instructors found at Seton Hall’s South Orange • Washing and mending of clothes and linen: $20 campus, the student body of Association. St. John’s (Fordham) and lost, but in the campus were: • Physician’s attendance and F Seton Hall College participated Baseball was the most popular process played in the first football game • Theodore Blume, Professor of Ancient • Reverend Bernard J. McQuaid, Professor medicines: $10 and Modern Languages of Rhetoric in mandatory sessions of calisthenics sport on campus during the 19th ever contested between two Catholic- • Tuition of students at Prep School: • Reverend Januarius De Concilio, • Reverend Leo G. Thebaud, Professor of and gymnastics, more often than not century. In the team’s first game, affiliated colleges of higher education. $300 Professor of Logic and Metaphysics French • German or French each: $25 under the guidance of the College’s they defeated St. John’s (Fordham) Among the first high-profile coaches (he also served as campus chaplain) • Reverend Winand Wigger, Assistant • Drawing: $50 first paid fitness instructor, T.J. Ryan. 20-16 and recorded a 1-1 mark over- in Seton Hall history was James Lee, • James Fagan, Professor of Mathematics, Professor of Mathematics and English Chemistry and Natural Philosophy • Stenography: $50 This attention to physical activity was all during the 1863 season. The Alerts an alumnus of Harvard College and a • F.H. Cuypers, Professor of Drawing and • James Fitzpatrick, Professor of Latin and Painting • Music, piano, violin, guitar and based on the time-honored concept of went on to have modest success former All-American who led the cham- Greek • William A. Schmidt, Professor of Music cornet each: $60 the body fueling the mind. through the rest of the decade. pionship club of 1893, which earned a • George F. Klinkhardt, Assistant Professor • T.J. Ryan, Instructor in Gymnastics and • Use of piano: $10 By 1884, the new Alumni Hall host- According to existing boxscores, 3-0-1 mark overall and went on to post of Languages Calisthenics • Graduation fee and diploma: $10 ed billiard rooms: one for lay stu- Seton Hall posted .500 records in many memorable wins. The Seton Hall • Students in Prep School attending freshman or higher class: $10 per dents, the other for seminarians. It 1873, 1880 and 1882 and achieved its team went 5-1 in 1896 and accom- annum also featured gymnastics equipment, first winning season in 1883 with a plished an undefeated 8-0 record in guidance of Father G.F. Brown, vice • Students: 136 school, 16 Seminary such as ropes, rings, parallel bars, mark of 3-2. Setonia went on to have 1897, which was part of a 15-game president. Student President Mark J. (1897-98) and a pommel horse. Aside from a string of non-losing seasons from winning streak between 1896-98. Duffy brought organization to competi-

basic exercises, the most popular 1884-91 (including its first 10-victory Overall, the late 19th century led to tive intramural and intercollegiate (FROM LEFT) Football was a popular sport among activities of the day, in both the year in 1887), undefeated campaigns a more formalized period in Seton Hall athletic endeavors alike, helping to the nation’s elite East Coast colleges. Pictured here American and Seton Hall experience, between 1888-89 (including a 16 athletics with competitive baseball and promote the name of Seton Hall College is the Alert Football squad of 1893. During the 1856-97 time period, students participated in included individual competition game-winning streak between 1887- football teams, but it was not until throughout the region in both mental mandatory sessions of calisthenics and gymnastics. in the Lawn Tennis Club and team 89) and another in 1895. 1897 that the Seton Hall Athletic and physical education circles. P Photos courtesy of Seton Hall University Archives sports like the Alert and Quickstep Football was a popular sport among Association was founded under the | ALAN DELOZIER, M.L.S.

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An Armchair Visit to the Village of South Orange

ative Americans traveled through Orange Bulletin promoted homes as 1885, a kindergarten class was added (FROM LEFT) This 1895 photo shows the South Orange Village Fire Department standing in front what is now South Orange by “neat, tasty and comfortable houses … and, soon thereafter, a three-year high of a hand-drawn ladder truck. Photo courtesy of Ntrails and paths in the mid- from $4,000 to $9,000 on easy terms.” school course was established and Anthony Vecchio. In 1889, The South Orange Field seton hall firsts 1600s. By the second half of the 19th Before its incorporation in 1869, the named Columbia High School. From Club was organized and members met in Edwin Mead’s Barn. Six years later, when the barn FIRST CORE CURRICULUM century, the railroad (Morris and Essex village had a public school, a library, 1887-93, textbooks were free, and, in burned down, the new clubhouse (shown above) line) was delivering wealthy families a train station and a post office. 1894, the state adopted control of all was built on the same site. In 1930, the club- In 1865, the Board of Trustees of Seton Hall College reinforced the already established humanities curriculum made up primarily of classics, from New York to South Orange’s Electricity came in 1888; telephones schools. The original Columbia High house was renamed the Baird Center, which still serves the community. Photo courtesy of Nancy linguistics, rhetoric, theology and philosophy. This pronouncement read in Mountain House Spa, where summer arrived in 1879. School became the South Orange Janow. The Class of 1895 proudly poses for a part: “… the course of studies, now pursued by the students … shall be visitors enjoyed a variety of socially By 1872, South Orange needed a Junior High School. class photo. Photo courtesy of Seton Hall considered as the standard course, and that students passing a satisfac- tory examination in it, shall receive the degree of Bachelor of Arts.” acceptable recreation and healthful police department. Henry Trenchard In late October 1880, six years after University Archives outdoor activities. was appointed marshal on April 15, the game of lawn tennis was intro- Known in 1872 as “Little Switzer- and he was provided with a bicycle duced to the United States by Mary land” and “The Switzerland of and a salary of $50 per month. Outerbridge, 30 young men from the America,” South Orange was famous By 1892, there were 80 arrests for Oranges formed the Orange Lawn for its salubrious climate that com- offenses, including drunk and Tennis Club. Outerbridge (who had bined mountain air with the ocean disorderly, hitching horses to trees, trouble getting her tennis equipment breeze. An ad in the 1872 South vagrancy and “suspicion.” through customs since no one knew In 1891, 45 men formed a volunteer what it was, and it could not be clas- donate to the archives fire department of three companies: sified for duty) launched tennis at the The Monsignor William Noé Field Archives and Special Collections Center actively seton hall firsts South Orange Hook and Ladder, Hose Staten Island Cricket and Baseball seeks materials. Donations of manuscripts, photographs, publications, office files, Company No. 1 and Hose Company No. Club at St. George. Over the years, the FIRST COLLEGE GRADUATE diaries, ledger books, newspapers, class notebooks, buttons, pennants, and any- 2. The first equipment included hand- Orange Lawn Tennis Club flourished Louis Firth was Seton Hall College’s thing and everything related to Seton Hall University, the Archdiocese of Newark drawn reels and a hand-drawn hook and, subsequently, became well first graduate in 1862. In an undated and Catholicism in New Jersey will help keep our historical legacy alive. interview circa 1910, he spoke about and ladder. The local fire commission known as a destination for premier Seton Hall: “The holy and learned men Manuscript collections from individuals, rare books and any texts featuring paid $5 to the stable owner whose team tennis tournaments. P with which he surrounded himself and history, religion, philosophy, Irish studies, first editions, autographed books and taught us imparted qualities, which fit of horses was first to arrive at the fire. | NAOMA WELK related areas are also of interest. man to live. Character formed at Seton By 1880, the original wooden school Hall because of the environment. There Learn more about South Orange in Images of Contact Alan Delozier, M.L.S., University archivist/associate professor, at were brilliant men teaching there …” building known as The Columbian America: South Orange (Arcadia), by Naoma Welk. [email protected] or (973) 275-2378. School, located on Academy Street, was replaced by a two-story building. In

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DYNAMIC HOME PAGE INVITES VISITORS TO EXPLORE jubilee hall

In today’s modern, needed information and resources right Seton Hall has removed the name of global society, a at visitors’ fingertips.” L. Dennis Kozlowski from the academic strong and engag- New segments on the home page, ing presence on the such as “Quick Quotes,” “Did You Know?” building that has borne his name since World Wide Web and “In Focus,” will rotate regularly, 1997. The Stillman School of Business is important. Seton Hall University is along with sections for University news and the College of Education and Human WSOU READY no exception. Leaping further into the and events, feature stories, and profiles. Services are housed in the facility, which TO GO DIGITAL 21st century, the University re-launched Throughout the 15-month celebration of Photo by Steve Lane is now called Jubilee Hall in recognition WSOU 89.5 FM became one of www.shu.edu with a new look and Seton Hall’s 150th anniversary, “Sesqui- the first college radio stations in exciting features. centennial Spotlight” will often be a fix- MORE(BUSINESS)NEWS of the University’s sesquicentennial the country to install a digital “The large, dynamic pictures and ture on the home page, detailing events ISGOODNEWS anniversary in 2006. In addition, his fresh, frequently changing content help and stories about the University’s past, radio antenna. name was removed from the rotunda in The station’s new digital capa- visitors connect emotionally,” says present and future. There’s a new way to get your and support from the Stillman the University’s library. bilities will reduce static, greatly Robert Brosnan, M.A., director of Web Vist www.shu.edu to see the new look. business news on campus: The School and the Finance Club. improving its overall sound quality, and digital communications. “The site | LORI VARGA Stillman Exchange. The newspa- Two subsequent issues were Kozlowski asked that this action be and allow the station to add mul- is also easier to navigate, with much- per, which covers Stillman news, distributed in the 2005 Spring taken during a telephone conversation tiple channels. This means WSOU money and investing, interna- Semester. with University President Monsignor will be able to air at least two tional news and sport business “We’re committed to improv- Robert Sheeran ’67 in late July. Respect- different programming streams at topics, is a collaboration among ing student finances on a college ful of the donor’s wishes, Monsignor the same time. seton hall dominates media Stillman School of Business and budget, while educating readers “With multiple programming College of Arts and Sciences about important business Sheeran notified the University’s Board In March 2005, it was clear that Pope John Paul II’s remarkable life streams, we are able to broadcast undergraduates. issues,” says Brian Dwyer, Still- of Regents that Kozlowski’s student deejays on one channel was nearing its end. The world watched and mourned. Seton Hall “This paper is a direct result of man Exchange news editor. name would be removed. and use other channels to priests, faculty, seminarians and students were called upon by the our positive learning experiences The Stillman Exchange is broadcast community groups in the Stillman School’s Trading among only a few undergraduate national and international media to provide expert comment and or live campus events,” says Mark Room,” says Michael Cavallaro, business school newspapers. Maben, general manager. personal reflections. In this time of critical importance to the Catholic Stillman Exchange editor-in-chief This academic year, The Still- WSOU will go digital when Church and to the world, from Pope John Paul’s final days to the and former editor of The Seton- man Exchange is expected to the Federal Communications election of Pope Benedict XVI, Seton Hall was there. ian’s business section. “My class- print 10 issues per semester. Commission instructs all mates and I recognized an unmet Editorial staff is seeking From February through April 2005, Seton Hall University experts stations to make the need to provide more business members for the Advisory switch, which is expected appeared in more than 400 print and 125 broadcast and cable news and financial news to the Univer- Board. Contact Cavallaro at to happen within the network interviews and in nearly two dozen radio interviews. sity community.” [email protected] to get next year. To see a four-minute video highlighting Seton Hall’s coverage, visit The first edition of The Still- involved. | CHRISTINE YZAGUIRRE man Exchange was released on | PAMELA DUNGEE, magazine.shu.edu. M.A. ’04 | CATHERINE MEMORY March 29, 2005, with funding

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STUDENTCOOKS UNIVERSITYRESPONDSTOKATRINA FOR EMERILLIVE EXTRA! EXTRA! While the Seton Hall magazine has a new look While the devastation in Mississippi and student status and were welcomed into classes A pot of boiling water, chopped hot dogs and one and feel (read more on page 48 in Last Word), Louisiana mounts and clean up continues in and academic programs immediately. package of noodles. Bam! A meal fit for college it’s not the only magazine on campus. Here are the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, Seton Hall, In addition to aiding the displaced students, students on a budget. two to watch for: along with other colleges and University across Seton Hall established a fund into which dona- Though “Bam!” is the catchphrase of Emeril the 50 states, has made it a mission to help the tions are being added. “Already, the president’s Lagasse, world-renowned chef and restaurateur, INSIGHTS, published through the School of Graduate Medical many displaced students in that region. office has received contributions and commit- Seton Hall junior Erica Butler could have used the Education, features stories about the evolving state of the U.S. As of September 22, 23 students who attended ments in the tens of thousands of dollars from expression to describe the quick meal she and three healthcare system and the impact of health care on culture and the universities in New Orleans now call Seton Hall the Seton Hall community, on and off campus,” friends cooked for a segment on community. Brian Shulman, Ph.D., CCC-SLP/FASHA, associate dean, home for the Fall Semester. Monsignor Sheeran notes. More than $9,000 has Lagasse’s Food Network TV show serves as editor. E-mail [email protected] for more information. “I shall continue to report to you in the coming been raised so far.

Emeril Live. OUTCOMES, the College of Nursing mag- weeks — and months — about Seton Hall’s out- The University’s effort will focus on raising In August, a film crew came to azine, highlights excellence in nursing and reach to the victims of this disaster,” Monsignor funds, to the best of its ability, for Xavier Univer- Ora Manor, the University-owned the outstanding work of students, faculty Robert Sheeran ’67, University president, said in sity, Seton Hall’s sister institution and the only apartment complex on Valley and alumni. Profile pieces and feature a statement released to the Seton Hall communi- Catholic historically black school in America. Street, to film a segment about stories explore the clinical work of nurs- ty. “This will be not only an immediate short- Donation checks should be made payable how typical college students ing alumni locally and globally. Catherine term response, but a long-term commitment on to DOVE — SHU Hurricane Relief, in order to cook and eat. our part.” speed processing and to help account for the

Phelan ‘04, account manager, serves as Photo by Wesley Bocxe/Photo Researchers, Inc. “College students don’t have editor. For more information, e-mail Tuition has been waived for the Fall Semester total amount received. Flooded homes and streets on the Eastern edge of New Orleans are seen here seven the money to buy a lot of gro- [email protected]. for students displaced by the hurricane. The For more on the Univeristy’s response, visit days after Hurricane Katrina slammed into ceries or the time to prepare students have been granted special visiting events.shu.edu/Katrina. the city. elaborate meals,” Butler says. “In | SHANNON ROSSMAN ALLEN, M.A. ’04 the segment, we showed how we get by with limited resources Seton Hall junior Erica Butler met world- and still make enjoyable food.” new cover,new content for bookstore renowned chef and restaurateur Emeril On August 22, Butler and her Lagasse in August when she taped a college As Seton Hall’s student population grows and diversifies, many build- cooking segment for Emeril Live. friends traveled to New York the RACE is on! City for a taping of the Emeril For a full season of Seton Hall fun, check out ings on campus are being revamped to meet changing needs. This sum- Live show that featured their segment. During the mer, the University Bookstore received a much-needed face-lift. The taping, Butler sat on stage as Lagasse cooked frit- The Amazing Race on CBS. This season features result: a contemporary store that allows students to browse and pur- tata, roast beef, chicken stir-fry, beef stroganoff groups of four family members competing for chase Seton Hall merchandise, textbooks and college-life necessities. and brownies. The episode aired November 8. a $1 million prize. Matt Hanson ’95 Read more about Butler and the Emeril Textbook shoppers will immediately notice wider aisles, better competes on the show with father- Live experience at magazine.shu.edu. lighting and an enhanced service area. More products that support | LORI VARGA in-law Tony, and brothers-in-law academic and campus life are also available to customers, including David and Kevin. expanded clothing lines and residence hall accessories. The changes reflect a modern and complete on-campus shopping experience. | LORI VARGA Photo by Ian Bradshaw 8 9 HALL MARKS SETONHALLMAGAZINE | F A L L 2 0 0 5

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New Jersey Monthly magazine staged a photo shoot on cam- pus in August to highlight student residence hall rooms, the topic of its “Home Away from Home” article in the September As of the end of August, Ever Forward: The Seton Hall Sesquicentennial Campaign had secured 2005 issue. Kara Giorgio, an interior design student at Kean $88.3 million. More than 21,000 generous Seton University, decorated a traditional room in Cabrini Hall — on a Hall alumni, parents, friends, faculty, corpora- $1,000 budget. Craig Allen, M.A., former director of housing and tions and foundations have made a commitment residence life, offered tips on how to start the year off right. to strengthen the University’s mission and secure its future. Visit www.njmonthly.com for the complete article. Photo by Bill Blanchard This issue’s Ever Forward newsletter honors campaign contributors and donors to the 2005 GORBACHEV DISCUSSES Photo by Laura Moss University Annual Fund. It also shares special sto- DEMOCRACY AND ITS CHALLENGES ries on the campaign’s progress, as well as a pro- file, titled “A Recipe for Cultural Exchange,” about Joseph A. Unanue, former president and CEO of To a sold-out audience of more than to the situation in Iraq and the fall of Goya Foods, and his wife Carmen, an art collector, 1,800 people on April 19, Nobel Peace communism during the Cold War. He THE MANY FACES OF JOAN OF ARC who made a remarkable gift of $3 million to Prize Laureate and former President of discussed the need to take advantage establish the Joseph A. Unanue Latino Institute. the Soviet Union Mikhail Gorbachev of globalization, consider the interests Joan of Arc, a historical, even leg- Elsayed, graduate students in the To learn more about the campaign, read Ever addressed the Seton Hall community.As of other countries and address the endary, figure, enjoys far greater cur- Museum Professions Program, has Forward, which is enclosed with this issue of part of the John C. Whitehead School of problems of the environment, as well rency now than in her own day. For four sections: Biography; Iconog- the magazine. Diplomacy and International Relations’ as international security, as ways to centuries after her death, her good raphy; Literature, Theater and World Leaders Forum and the Philip help democracy progress. name and valorous deeds were kept Movies; and Popular Culture. and Mary Shannon Seton Hall Speaker “Today we can say that perestroika alive only by private individuals and It includes posters, medals, Series, Gorbachev focused on the gave democracy to our country — historians from France. Following her sculpture, books, magazines, challenges that have faced democracy cultural and ideological pluralism, canonization in 1920, Joan of Arc was photographs, prints and throughout history as well as potential freedom of religion, economic growth,” born again in popular culture as a examples of graphic design. roadblocks to its future success. Gorbachev said. “I am convinced that symbol of courage, patriotism, faith The exhibit is partially During his address, Gorbachev the choice in favor of freedom was the and heroism. funded through a grant from referred to events throughout history right choice.” The many faces of Joan of Arc the Lilly Endowment. Visit that impacted the implementation of Following his speech, Gorbachev are unveiled in a new Walsh Library library.shu.edu/gallery for democracy in other regions of the world. met privately with Whitehead School Gallery exhibit, Joan of Arc in Mod- more information. “Perestroika,”Gorbachev said, “was a students and concluded the evening ern Imagination, on view until | STEVEN CARR step toward a new world order based on with a roundtable discussion with New December 16. The exhibit, curated democratic principles.” Jersey business leaders and members by Betsy Malinsky and Alia Nour- Even victories come with chal- of the University’s Board of Regents. lenges, Gorbachev noted, and referred | LORI VARGA

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SESQUICENTENNIAL groundbreaking news ALL-STARS class of 2009 More than 200 members of the University SHU in the news community gathered on June 9 to cele- (ôlstär) One chosen FAST FACTS All-star. n. Seton Hall University was one of only seven universities for a team of star players. Did you know … brate the ground breaking of the new nationwide selected for commencement coverage on Science and Technology Center. The $35 ¬ Seton Hall’s newest freshman class C-Span. The segment included the hooding of honorary million renovation of McNulty Hall — now to be called the This definition certainly describes the generations degree recipient Dana Gioia, chairman of the National hails from 36 states and 11 countries? of Seton Hall alumni, students, faculty and Science and Technology Center — will include new research Endowment for the Arts, and the broadcast of his com- employees who have been extraordinary players on ¬ 31% of the students call a state other mencement speech. During his speech, interesting facts and teaching laboratories, a refurbished amphitheatre, a rooftop the University’s team over the past 150 years. In than New Jersey home? about the University flashed across the TV screen. greenhouse and observatory, reading and conference rooms, a honor of Seton Hall’s sesquicentennial, it is time Carmen and Joseph Unanue’s $3 million gift to the ¬ The average SAT score is above 1100? vivarium, a glass-walled atrium, offices and classrooms. to show pride in the many Pirates who have been influenced by the University’s spirit, its teaching University’s Latino Institute was featured in the Wall ¬ More than 36% of the students had a Visit magazine.shu.edu to read more about the Science and and its service. Street Journal’s highly competitive “Giving Back” col- cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher in Technology Center and ground breaking. As a tribute to Seton Hall alumni and their umn on page 2 of the Friday Weekend Journal section. high school? diverse achievements, the University is launching WSOU student DJs made the cover of the New Jersey the Seton Hall Sesquicentennial All-Stars Campaign, section of The New York Times with a feature article which features Pirate “all-stars” on Web-based trad- that highlighted the radio station’s wide-reaching ing cards. These all-stars — from student leaders to influence on the music industry and the New York-area NEW LONERGAN RESEARCH CENTER AT SETON HALL professional athletes and neuroscientists — are key radio scene. Two students also served as guest deejays players on the Seton Hall team. for a program on J-WAVE 81.3 FM in Japan. | COURTNEY SOLLIE, M.B.A. ‘04 In collaboration with the Lonergan Research Center “He is ‘catholic’ in the widest sense of the term.” Seton Hall’s Parent Orientation Program — designed in Toronto, Seton Hall will launch a Lonergan Bernard Lonergan, S.J. (1904-84) was a especially for the unique needs of today’s “millennial” Research Center during the 2005-06 academic Catholic philosopher and theologian whom freshmen parents — was featured in the Star-Ledger. year. The University joins eight colleges and univer- Newsweek magazine cites as among “the finest The Associated Press interviewed Seton Hall faculty sities throughout the world to house such a presti- philosophical thinkers of the 20th century.” His gious center. great work, Insight: A Study of Human Understand- and administrators on a variety of topics, ranging from Monsignor Richard Liddy, S.T.L., Ph.D., University ing, was aimed at helping people become aware of Pope Benedict’s XVI’s pontificate to the Corzine-For- Professor of Catholic Thought and Culture, will lead their own minds, while Method in Theology focused rester gubernatorial race. They continue to share their the center, which will be housed in Walsh Library. on building bridges between Christian beliefs and expertise with media nationwide, including MSNBC, the “Bernard Lonergan’s work is extremely impor- all areas of study. Toward the end of his life, Loner- Denver Post, Philadelphia Inquirer, Wichita Eagle, The tant for the future of Catholic universities: He links gan outlined a new paradigm of economic activity New York Times and New York Post. our developing understanding of the sciences, his- that would allow people to take control of their own | CATHERINE MEMORY tory and culture with our Catholic faith,”says Mon- economic lives. signor Liddy, a self-proclaimed Lonergan scholar. | CATHERINE PHELAN ’04

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career several times over — from college and pro- fessional athlete, to business entrepreneur and FORMERNFLPLAYERTALKS financial executive,” Boroff continues. “He will broaden students’ interests in careers in sport management. His work as an entrepreneur and in finance will further expose our students to career leadership options in this domain.” Growing up in Louisiana, Marshall’s family was poor. His father, Leonard Sr., was a construction worker and nightclub owner; his mother, Nellie, “ omewhere in my life, someone gave a damn about raised a family of seven. “My parents were strong SLeonard Marshall and that made all the difference influences in my life — they often preached disci- in my quest for success,” says Leonard Marshall, pline, integrity and character, which enabled us to executive-in-residence for the Stillman School of have high aspirations.” Business’ Center for Sport Management. But there were other mentors along the way — the Leonard Marshall Football Academy at West With an illustrious 13-year NFL career as defen- including Ed Barrileaux, his high school football Boca High School. sive lineman for the New York Giants, New York Jets coach. “Ed encouraged me to do well in the class- Marshall’s role in the Stillman School is a chal- and Washington Redskins, Marshall is certainly room and on the field,” Marshall says. “I put my lenge he’s ready for. “My life lessons have taught me accomplished. He garnered three Pro Bowl and two nose to the grindstone, and soon I had offers from well,” he notes, “and I’ve been blessed. Now I want Super Bowl championships and was NFL Defensive great colleges.” to share that knowledge with others. I want to help Lineman of the Year in 1985 and 1986.Yet his pas- Marshall attended Louisiana State University create better opportunities for young people.” sion for life and vision for the future have provided before he got his big break in 1983 with the New Ann Mayo, Ph.D., Center for Sport Management him with opportunities on and off the football field. York Giants: He was a second-round draft choice director, hopes Marshall’s presence results in addi- In his new role, Marshall hopes to bring a well- (the 32nd overall pick). “I came to New York at 20,” tional executive-in-residence positions. “Students in rounded understanding of athletics to people outside Marshall remembers. “[Bill] Parcels [Giants head the Sport Management Program will benefit from of athletics, by building on his personal experiences. coach] helped me to become a man — he acted as a all Leonard has to offer. Here is a former pro-ath- Karen Boroff, Ph.D., Stillman School dean, is father figure, a coach, a mentor.” lete who has also been successful in business and excited about Marshall’s role. “We have a long tra- Playing it smart in New York, Marshall who has an interest in issues relating to the social dition of ensuring that our business curriculum is remained committed to excellence: He graduated and ethical treatment of athletes,” Mayo notes. He is current and that our students’ educational experi- from Fairleigh Dickinson University with a bache- expected to speak in several classes, spend time ence is robust, anchored in the theories and con- lor’s degree in business finance. “Earning my with the Stillman School Student Association, bring

Leonard Marshall meets cepts of the discipline, and connected to profes- degree gave me the means to formulate a plan, so in successful athletes and business people for a with fellow faculty in sional practices,” she says. “Executives-in-residence that life after football was easier,” he shares. speaker series, and assist Mayo in fundraising. the Peterson Reading provide us another opportunity to ensure that our Post-football, Marshall has parlayed his experi- “Ultimately, I want to share the importance Room within Walsh Library during New students benefit from key practitioners in the field. ences into the business world. A successful entre- leadership plays in life — personally and profes- Faculty Orientation. “Leonard brings incredible experiences to our preneur based out of Boca Raton, Florida, and CEO sionally,” Marshall says. “If you stand for some- Photo by Bill Blanchard students, exemplified by how he transformed his of Capital Source Mortgage, he recently launched thing, it’s hard to fall for anything.” P

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HALL familyINTHE arah McCarthy’s grandfather, Joseph, adored his family, loved banana splits, liked singing old Irish songs and enjoyed telling jokes. But one thing he took seriously was THE MCCARTHY CLAN education. All 12 of his children went to parochial school, and when it came time for ABOVE: A portion of the McCarthy family college, 10 of the dozen attended his alma mater, Seton Hall University. “He told his gathered in August in Belford, New Jersey, children: ‘I’ll pay your tuition if you go to Seton Hall. Anywhere else, you’re on your to celebrate Stephen McCarthy's birthday. S Fourteen are Seton Hall alumni, thanks in own,’” Sarah says. large part to Joseph '49, who encouraged Joe McCarthy ’49, who majored in along with her parents, Debra and Steve, sold on Seton Hall. But then my father 10 of his own children to attend. accounting and minored in philoso- All 12 of Joe McCarthy’s and her sisters, Katie, Molly and Emma, suggested I come back another time,” Photo by Bill Blanchard phy, passed away in 1998 at age 72. lived in the South from age 2 to midway Sarah remembers. The second time children went to FAR LEFT: An 18-year-old Joseph Surely, though, his face would break through her freshman year in high proved to be a charm for Sarah, who was McCarthy looks dapper in his Army uni- into a smile at the thought of Sarah, parochial school, and school. She wore the kid-size Seton Hall named an Edward J. Bloustein form on the streets of Hoboken, New Jersey, prior to his departure for Germany one of his 48 grandchildren (with his t-shirts, spent time with family friends Distinguished Scholar as a high school when it came time for in 1945. After his military service, he wife, Dorothy), carrying on the college, 10 of the dozen who attended the school and watched senior. “We were walking around campus attended Seton Hall on the GI Bill. McCarthy tradition of attending Seton the Pirates play basketball on TV.Yet and had talked to some students, when Hall. She’s a junior enrolled in the attended his alma mater, even with all the alumni in her family, Sarah turned to me and said, ‘This is six-year occupational therapy joint Seton Hall University. the decision to attend Seton Hall was where I want to go to school,’” her father Sarah, who lettered in four sports — degree program. entirely Sarah’s. recalls. “As her dad, it made me proud softball, basketball, soccer and field In addition to her grandfather, Sarah joins her father, Stephen ’78; aunts Margie Had it not been for a second visit to that she wanted to follow in the hockey — and graduated third in her McCormick ’81, Dottie Westlake ’82 and Mary Rose Schmid ’86; and uncles John ’76, Seton Hall while selecting a college, McCarthy tradition, especially because class at Mater Dei High School in New David ’81, Tom ’85, Mike ’88, Tim ’92 and Kevin ’92 in obtaining a Seton Hall education. Sarah might have chosen a different col- she had offers from other colleges. And Monmouth, New Jersey, came to the And then there’s the family by marriage: Michael McCormick ’81, Margie’s husband; lege. “Quite honestly, the first time I while it’s great that she’s carrying on the University with a long-held dream of James Westlake ’82, Dottie’s husband; Dawn Sweeney ’86, Tom’s wife; and Karl Schmid came to the Seton Hall campus was after legacy that my father started many years becoming a teacher, like her aunt and ’83, Mary Rose’s husband. The couples all started dating while students at The Hall. a long day of looking at other colleges, ago, the fact is that Seton Hall had what godmother, Mary Rose. But at Freshman The University certainly was part of Sarah’s upbringing, albeit from a distance; she, and it was raining. I wasn’t instantly Sarah was looking for.” Preview, an open house specifically for

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incoming Seton Hall freshman, she During the 1940s, Walsh Gymnasium learned about the Occupational Therapy was a new building, and the school “Though my grandfather is no longer (OT) field. “It’s a discipline that perfectly offered nursing courses for the first time with us, I know he is looking over me, proud combines two elements that I love: teach- (the latter proving very important for two of the person I have become because of the ing and medicine,” she says. One aspect of Joe’s daughters, Margie and Dottie, of Seton Hall’s program that is both chal- graduates of Seton Hall’s College of role Seton Hall has played in my life.” lenging and rewarding for Sarah is its Nursing). As at other colleges nationwide, requirement of 60 hours of OT-related enrollment dipped during World War II, volunteer work in hospitals or schools. but as the war drew to a close, it soared. than the foundation for a long and suc- encouraged to think on their own and To date, she’s about two-thirds of the There were 157 Seton Hall students in the cessful career as a senior executive with voice their opinions,” she says. way there, volunteering 1944-45 academic year, but by 1946-47, National Distillers Chemical Corp. The For the Many Are One Alumni Awards at places such as JFK there were nearly 3,000. Today, Seton Hall classes he took and the experiences he Gala in April 2005, Sarah published a Medical Center in enrolls approximately 10,000 undergrad- had were a foundation for life. “My father letter in the event’s program about an Edison, New Jersey, uate and graduate students. especially cherished the religious influ- alumni scholarship she received from and the School for A Seton Hall student during the mid- ence, and he encouraged each of us to Seton Hall’s Department of Alumni Children in Eatontown, 1970s, Steve recalls that the Stillman continue our religious studies every Relations and took the opportunity to New Jersey. School of Business had just been named semester,” Steve says. “He had a great remember the man who started the “It’s opened my eyes and was experiencing considerable amount of respect for Seton Hall and McCarthy tradition at Seton Hall. to the many facets of growth. Outside the classroom, he rel- believed it offered a superior education “Though my grandfather is no longer occupational therapy, ished playing intramural sports at the scholastically, with a Catholic influence with us, I know that he is looking over from working with old Bubble or on the field in front of the important to the expansion of our me, proud of the person I have become developmentally Humanities Building. He cherished the family’s faith.” because of the role Seton Hall has played delayed children to the lifelong friends he made, like Andrew Steve followed his father’s advice and in my life.” P rehabilitation of stroke Genualdi ’77 (Sarah’s godfather) and Walsh Gym in December 1975 when he managed to take a religion class each patients,” says Sarah, Fernando Santander ’79, an exchange finally made it big with Born to Run.I semester.Those he found most rewarding CALLING ALL SETON HALL who has been working student from Ecuador, who became an could swear the live version of ‘Santa were taught by Father Richard Nardone LEGACY FAMILIES for We Care Adult Day honorary adoptee of the McCarthy clan Claus Is Coming to Town’ was recorded ’50/M.Div. ’54, Ph.D., now professor emer- ABOVE: John McCarthy ’76 (center, back row) was the first of Joseph and Dorothy McCarthy’s children Care since the summer of her freshman and spent all his vacation time and holi- at The Hall.” itus of religious studies. “He was very, Do you have children who are Seton Hall alumni to follow in his father’s footsteps to Seton Hall. year. “Occupational therapy is about help- days with the family in Middletown, Juxtapose Sarah’s Seton Hall with her very articulate and knowledgeable and a or current students? Or, are you the child of a Here, at John’s graduation in May 1976, are (back ing people with disabilities to lead a ‘nor- New Jersey, until his graduation. father’s, and the most notable physical great teacher,” he notes. “Father Nardone Pirate alum? If so, Alumni Relations wants to row) Joseph Jr., David, Joseph Sr., John, Dorothy, Stephen and Margie; (middle row, kneeling) Mary mal’ life.” “It was a time when activities, such change on campus that she’s seen began opened my eyes to a new way of thinking hear from you! Help us update our records and Rose, Michael, Tom, Dorothy and James; (front row, as the mixer dances, The Pub and picnics with the ground breaking in June 2005 for about theology and the Catholic faith.” show your pride in carrying on the Seton Hall kneeling) Kevin and Timothy. EXCELLENCE THAT SPANS GENERATIONS on the lawn were an important part of the new Science and Technology Center. Sarah agrees that the Seton Hall tradi- tradition. Call 1-800-992-GRAD (4723) or send OPPOSITE: Steve McCarthy ’78 was proud that his The Seton Hall that Sarah attends is in student life,” says Steve, today a general As much as some things have changed tion — one of enriching students minds, an e-mail with your name, class year(s), and the daughter, Sarah, chose to follow the McCarthy fami- some ways a vastly different place than sales manager for Maersk Logistics, an at Seton Hall, the McCarthy family says hearts and spirits — is in full force names of your Pirate family members and their ly tradition by attending Seton Hall. She is a junior in the six-year Occupational Therapy Program. the one experienced by her grandfather ocean transportation corporation. “I that the core elements have remained the today. “Seton Hall provides a great learn- class years, to [email protected]. Photo by Bill Blanchard and even her own father. remember Bruce Springsteen playing in same. To Joe, Seton Hall provided more ing environment, one where students are

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he married his high school sweetheart, Martha. Donegan’s passion for real estate began while he was in the Army. “I was the real estate guy in the officers’ investment club,” he laughs. While real estate is his career choice, Donegan doesn’t define himself by it. tom donegan ’77 A conversation with Iraq conflict Army veteran J.R. Martinez at a conference he attended earlier CRUISINGONBEHALFOF be named the RE/MAX Broker/Owner of the Year this year set him in motion for his latest fundrais- CHILDRENANDVETS for the Central Atlantic Region. er: the Ride for Patriots. From September 22-26, A political science major while at Seton Hall, he and five other motorcyclists rode from Walter Donegan credits one of his theology professors, Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, D.C., to Tom Donegan ’77 may own one of the fastest-growing Father Richard Nardone ’50/M.Div. ’54, Ph.D., Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio, Texas real estate companies in Virginia, but he considers now professor emeritus of religious studies, with (along the way, they picked up four others), to his charity work his most significant achievement. instilling in him a modern-day philosophy that present a check to a surprised Martinez, who had On September 10, for the fourth year in a row, the key to success in business — and in life — undergone 30 medical procedures at Brooke’s burn Donegan and his Harley-Davidson “Road King” led is cultivating positive relationships and building unit to treat disabling injuries he sustained when 100 motorcyclists on a “Rock ’n Ride” — a 65-mile on the importance of mutual understanding. ride through northern Virginia’s wine country to “When you have a business, you need to set a When you have a business, raise money for the Children’s Miracle Network. vision, develop direction, and then have good people After the ride, the bikers were joined by family, to carry it out,” Donegan says. “I am honored to work you need to set a vision, friends and Washington Redskins players for a with the finest group of caring, sharing people.” develop direction, and kid-friendly block party and a performance by One of 11 children, Donegan grew up in Para- then have good people Swiftkick. The band, which covers rock music of the mus, New Jersey. A commuter student at Seton ’60s, ’70s and ’80s, invited Donegan to play guitar Hall, he worked at a variety of jobs while earning to carry it out. and sing with them on a few songs. his degree. He credits a three-year Army ROTC Since opening his first RE/MAX Premier real scholarship with “saving his education.” his vehicle hit a landmine in Iraq in 2003. The estate office in Fairfax, Virginia, in 1995, Donegan “My family had no money for college so the money will be used to fund the Coalition to Salute and his employees have raised more than $300,000 scholarship relieved the pressure of having to pay America’s Heroes, which assists severely wounded for the Children’s Miracle Network. for it all myself,” he recalls. Seton Hall is a family veterans, and Fisher House, which provides “By their own choice, many employees donate a tradition for the Donegans: Three of his brothers, “homes away from home” for veterans’ family percentage of commissions they earn from selling one sister, and a nephew are also alumni. members on the grounds of VA medical centers. homes,” Donegan says. Donegan originally was drawn to the law, but Each year, Donegan and friends will organize a RE/MAX Premier now operates out of two after his ROTC experience, he considered a mili- similar fundraiser. offices — Donegan opened a second in Dulles, Vir- tary career. “ROTC Major Harold Clarke taught me “J.R. told me to look him up if I ever got to San ginia, in 1999. The two offices employ more than leadership skills and responsibility that I still use Antonio, and we sure did,” Donegan concludes. P 160 agents. In 2004, National Relocation and Real today,” he says. Estate magazine ranked RE/MAX Premier number From 1977 to 1985, Donegan was on active duty, Tom is interested in hearing from his ROTC classmates. E-mail him at [email protected]. 163 among 17,000 real estate companies in the holding leadership positions at several U.S. loca-

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playing poker. I also appreciate learning from mistakes and working hard to be successful.” The ever-sharp Bogdanski is also acquiring Though Gary Bogdanski marketable job skills through his internship as a was knocked out of the ball boy for the New Jersey Nets basketball team. STILLMANSENIORKNOWSWHENTO Helping at Nets practices and securing last- tournament in the second minute requests for visiting team players before round, he says his poker and during games, Bogdanski is perfecting the art experiences prepare him of interpersonal communication. hold ’em Close encounters with professional basketball for life beyond the game. players don’t unnerve Bogdanski, though an inno- cent mistake in a visiting team’s locker room did “ t was the most mentally straining thing I’ve ever once shake him up. “I moved the players’ benches I done in my life. I was completely exhausted at the and towels from the center of the locker room to end of the night,” says Gary Bogdanski, a 21-year- spots in front of their lockers,” Bogdanski shares. old Seton Hall senior sports management major “Apparently they were in the center for a reason, from Lyndhurst, New Jersey. Bogdanski wasn’t because the coach wasn’t too happy about it!” All talking about a challenging final exam or working kidding aside, “The players and the staff in the a basketball game that went into triple overtime; Nets organization are great to work with, and I he was recalling another vivid memory — the end love every minute of it,” he says. of a long day of play in the first round of the 2005 “From the beginning, Gary has worked hard,” says World Series of Poker (WSOP) tournament, which Ann Mayo, Ph.D., assistant professor of management took place July 7-16 at Harrah’s Casino in Las and director of the Center for Sport Management in Vegas with 5,619 participants. the Stillman School of Business. “Before he started Rather than buy a spot in the famed No-Limit his freshman year at Seton Hall, Gary already had Texas Hold ’Em tournament for $10,000, Bogdanski an internship with Major League Baseball in the competed in an online qualifying tournament at special events office. He has great networking skills, PokerStars.com to win a free spot. Though he was and is persistent and driven to succeed.” knocked out of the Vegas tournament in the second Also a savvy entrepreneur, Bogdanski, with a round (an underdog opponent called Bogdanski business partner who attends college and resides and beat him, against the odds), he says his poker in Florida, runs a lucrative small business buying experiences prepare him for life beyond the game. and selling baseball trading cards. But he doesn’t “I think I want to go to law school and become a just buy packs of cards hoping there is a valuable sports agent, an attorney or, ultimately, the general card inside. “That would be a gamble,” he says. manager of a professional sports team,” Bogdanski “And I don’t gamble. I just play poker.” P

Photo by The WSOP 2005 & says. “Both require attention to detail and the abil- Image Masters PDI/Copyright Harrah’s License Co., LLC. ity to read people — skills that I can hone through

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“The level of competition is going to be unbelievably high. The media have already speculated that the sports men’s basketball league may be the best ever in the history of college basketball.”

to tell Seton Hall fans what the run to the Final program at Seton Hall. It helps anchor the New Four in 1989 meant to the school. It meant a lot to York metropolitan market and is part of the fabric the league as well. It closed the door on the decade of the league. of the ’80s when Georgetown and Villanova won THENEWBIGEAST Q&A with Michael Tranghese JA: During the 2003 expansion talks, many peo- national championships and Seton Hall, St. John’s, ple speculated that the league would break up. Syracuse and Providence all made it to the Final Why did the schools elect to stick together? On July 1, 2005, the BIG EAST Conference expand- JA: What is the new BIG EAST alignment going Four. In addition to the Georgetown and Villanova ed to include five new members: Cincinnati, to mean for Seton Hall and its fans? victories, we also lost three other championship MT: Our two groups of institutions — the ones DePaul, Louisville, Marquette and South Florida. games by one point apiece, all in that decade. that play Division I-A football and the ones that do MT: Every home game, Seton Hall fans are going to The impressive 16-team league has basketball fans Georgetown lost to the North Carolina team with not — went through some serious introspection. be able to see the best that college basketball has cheering for the expected high level of competi- Michael Jordan in ’82. Syracuse lost to Indiana in They took a step back to make an evaluation. Both to offer. Make no mistake, it’s going to be challeng- tion. Jeff Andriesse, assistant athletic director for ’87 and, of course, the Pirates lost in overtime to groups then decided on their own that coming ing, but you’re going to be able to see new oppo- communications at Seton Hall, recently sat down Michigan. Today, the BIG EAST still needs a strong together collectively was in the best interest of nents under the BIG EAST banner. I can’t believe with BIG EAST Commissioner Michael Tranghese everyone. Our league is diverse, but it made the Seton Hall won’t develop great rivalries — very to discuss the expansion process and what Seton most sense to stay together. They saw the glass as quickly — with schools like DePaul and Marquette. Hall fans can expect in the new league. half full. The new alignment means new teams, Basketball fans know what Louisville and Cincin- new markets and new opportunities. Without a JA: The BIG EAST Conference will be 16 teams nati bring to the table. South Florida is an up-and- doubt, we went through some tough times, but we strong for 2005-06. What will it be like for coming program. Seton Hall has met the chal- have emerged stronger than ever. men’s and women’s basketball? lenges of the BIG EAST before, and I don’t see why it won’t happen again. JA: What about the future of the BIG EAST? MT: The level of competition is going to be unbe-

lievably high. The media have already speculated JA: Why is Seton Hall important to MT: Everyone is committed to making it work. We that the men’s basketball league may be the best the BIG EAST? know 16 schools is a big number, but it’s going to ever in the history of college basketball. The be great. We have a special opportunity, as the incoming schools are bringing great credentials. MT: Seton Hall is a charter member largest Division I conference, to make an Fifteen of our 16 schools have been to the Final of the league. The school helped build impression on the world of collegiate athletics. Four at least once. Every night in the BIG EAST the BIG EAST legacy. Richie Regan ’53/ Our presidents, athletic directors, coaches and is going to be special. On the women’s side, we’ve M.A. ’67 was the founding athletic student-athletes are ready for won five of the last six national championships. director and P.J. Carlesimo was the the challenge. P Obviously, we want that success to continue, and head coach who got it done and put the we think that it can. Pirates on the national scene. I don’t have

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run the offense smoothly. He is an outside shooter OPPOSITE: Senior point PIRATES BOAST guard Donald Copeland who takes the ball to the basket with authority. returns to run Seton DEEPROSTER Whitney has a lot to prove, after a junior season Hall’s offense. that saw the talented power forward frustrated ABOVE LEFT: Junior cen- oming off a disappointing 12-16 season that saw more often than not. Whitney saw his shooting C ter Grant Billmeier was the Pirates drop a number of close games, the percentage and scoring and rebounding averages named team captain in Seton Hall men’s basketball team is looking to take a dip. At his best, he can score at will in the the off-season. smooth out the rough edges and bring the program paint and create match-up problems inside with ABOVE RIGHT: Senior back to prominence in the new, expanded BIG his strength and quickness. Kelly Whitney led the EAST Conference. Head Coach Louis Orr’s teams Pirates in scoring and rebounding last season have been characterized as showing “no quit,” and with 11.9 points and 6.3 this season will be no different. “I don’t think our “We have a chance to have rebounds. identity will change a whole lot,” Orr says. “We’ll depth, versatility and games of the year and shot 38.5 percent from All photos by S.R. Smith be physical, and our defense and toughness will three-point range. remain our foundation. We have a lot of size improved size. We have some Should Seton Hall want to go bigger, junior and athleticism, and we need to take advan- interchangeable parts.” forward Stan Gaines can provide an experienced tage of that.” option at small forward. At 6-7, the Minnesota Orr has a deep roster of players transfer is comfortable under the basket. He is is eligible after the first semester. The 6-8 Pilgrim capable of playing multiple posi- Leadership comes naturally to the Pirates’ third also a savvy offensive player who can shoot from plays above the rim and can be a factor in the tions. How he mixes and returning starter, junior center Grant Billmeier. outside and handle the ball on the perimeter. frontcourt. He has a reputation for running the matches will be a key factor, Named team captain in the off-season, Billmeier While Marcus Cousin saw limited action as a floor, blocking shots and providing an overall ath- as the battle for playing time is a consummate team player. He started 19 games freshman, he possesses raw ability. It is worth letic presence to the lineup. in the pre-season is expect- last year, but averaged only 16.5 minutes per game. being patient with his development because the Freshman Paul Gause, the third-highest scorer ed to be intense. “We have a He shot 60.3 percent from the floor and averaged payoff could be big eventually. in New Jersey high school history, comes to South chance to have depth, versa- 3.9 points and 3.4 rebounds. Freshmen John Garcia and David Palmer join Orange with a scoring prowess from the backcourt tility and improved size,” The team has two open starting spots and a the Pirates with a lot of anticipation surrounding that could earn him playing time immediately. He Orr notes. “We have some number of options. The two returning players who them. Garcia is more of a true post player in the poured in nearly 34 points per game as a senior. interchangeable parts. appear most ready to move into the lineup are mold of Whitney who can set up down low and “We have a great opportunity to really have the Roles have to be estab- sophomore Brian Laing and junior Jamar Nutter. be a dynamic scorer. Palmer is a more versatile best and most competitive league in the country, lished, and guys who are taking Laing can play either shooting guard or small athlete who can score off the offensive glass, on and to send more teams to the NCAA tournament on more responsibility have to be confi- forward. His season average of 2.8 points per game the break or using a solid mid-range game. than any league in the country,” Orr says. “I believe dent, eager and willing to step up.” is deceiving: He averaged 10.0 points per game in Six-foot-seven junior Mani Messy is a sleeper it brings out the best in teams, and that’s the way Teams are often as good as their 28 minutes in a four-game stretch late in the year who may be thrown into the mix at forward. With we look at it. We’re excited about it. It’s a great leadership, and Seton Hall will need before he was sidelined by a wrist injury. his scoring potential, he may find a niche on the opportunity for us to do some great things.” P strong leadership from seniors Donald Nutter possesses deep range on his jumper, yet team as instant offense off the bench. | JEFF ANDRIESSE Copeland and Kelly Whitney. can drive and get to the rim with effectiveness. Another player who can help the team is sopho- Copeland should start at point guard and He averaged 6.3 points per game over the final 15 more transfer Mike Pilgrim (from Cincinnati), who For the men’s basketball schedule, visit www.shupirates.edu.

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ANEWERAFOR season, earning two starting nods, but struggled Seniors. Prior to Seton Hall, she starred at Holy offensively. Added confidence in her shooting abili- Trinity on Long Island, guiding the school to a THE PIRATES ty will help the Canadian prospect, who should 2005 Catholic State Championship. challenge for time at point guard. At 6-3, Sullivan Womack has arguably the rawest talent on the ith newcomers accounting for nearly half of the is the Pirates’ tallest player and is capable of roster. Should she develop as expected, she could Wroster, the Seton Hall women’s basketball team banging in the post. be a formidable presence on the Seton Hall front- begins a new era. Indeed, the six new freshmen Rounding out the roster are six newcomers con- line. She averaged 17 points per game at National constitute one of the most talented classes in sidered to be among the best recruiting coups in Christian Academy in Maryland last season. P Pirate history, one that Head Coach Phyllis Mangi- program history. | JEFF MEAD na ’81 hopes will lead the program back to the On the perimeter, New Jersey product Shantel NCAA Tournament. Brown is Seton Hall’s future point guard. Playing For the women’s basketball schedule, visit www.shupirates.edu. Headlining the list of returnees is junior for- at St. John Vianney, Brown was known as someone ward Monique Blake. After earning BIG EAST All- who could score and create opportunities. Comple- Freshman Team honors in 2004, Blake emerged as a dominating presence during her sophomore cam- paign, showing the capability of posting 20 points The six new freshmen and double-digit rebounds. Despite finishing the constitute one of the year with averages of 11.2 points and 7.8 rebounds a game, she was slowed by nagging injuries and most talented classes in opposing defenses designed to stop her. Pirate history. Wing forward Heta Korpivaara is also expected sistency. She started strong each of the past two to shoulder a great deal of responsibility. She gar- seasons, earning a spot in the starting rotation nered BIG EAST All-Freshman honors in 2004 and during the nonconference slate, but struggled later menting Brown are fellow New Jersey standouts became an even greater contributor for the Pirates in the year in BIG EAST play. Shutz, a reliable ball Jadis Rhodin, a wing player, and Brittney Messina, during her sophomore year. A starter in all 28 handler, ranks second on the Seton Hall all-time a shooting guard. As a scorer and a rebounder, games last season, Korpivaara averaged 7.7 points career list for three-point field goal percentage. Messina was among the Shore Conference leaders ABOVE: Junior Heta and 4.4 rebounds a game. Yet, her greatest assets However, she has only attempted 64 treys during in each category every year of her high school Korpivaara started all 28 did not show up on a stat sheet. One of the her career. career. Rhodin could see action on the perimeter games as a sophomore and averaged 7.7 ppg Pirates’ top defenders, Korpivaara rarely left the Three sophomores round out the Pirate as well as on the inside. and 4.4 rpg. floor and fulfilled a variety of roles in order for returnees. Forward Amber Harris is entering her Forwards Harmonie Calinda, Nicole Emery and the team to succeed. third year after earning a medical redshirt in her Noteisha Womack will bolster Seton Hall’s post OPPOSITE: Junior forward Monique Blake finished While the Pirates look to be strong at the wing freshman campaign. Last season, she returned play. Calinda is an incredible rebounder who can second on the team in and forward positions, questions regarding the with a renewed energy and emerged as the Pirates’ also be a primary scoring option. She averaged scoring (11.2 ppg) and point guard and center positions have returned. “Sixth Man” down the stretch. more than 21 points per game and led John Glenn rebounding (7.8 rpg) and recorded a team-high 43 Seton Hall’s seniors can provide answers at both Sophomores Annick Labadie (guard) and Nikole High School to a New York State Championship blocks in 2004-05. positions, with Julie Costello at center and Keri Sullivan (center) saw limited time last year. in her senior year. Emery was the highest ranked

All photos by S.R. Smith Shutz at point guard. For Costello, the key is con- Labadie came on strong at the beginning of the recruit — No. 68 by Blue Star Basketball Top 100

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Philadelphia helped her land a job with the insti- in part to the world leaders that former dean Clay tute after graduation as assistant editor of Orbis, Constantinou, J.D. ’81, LL.M., invited to campus. tonya ugoretz, m.a. ’01 a foreign-policy journal. The following year, at 21, During Ugoretz’ two years there, those visitors she became managing editor of a spin-off publica- included U.N. Secretary-General Kofi Annan, the THWARTINGTERRORISMFORTHEFBI tion, Middle East Quarterly. During the next six Grand Dutchess of Luxembourg and President years, she held several Glafcos Clerides of Cypress. editing positions for vari- “At almost every Whitehead School event, the onya Ugoretz, M.A. ’01 and her fellow intelligence ous publications. dean would call on students to get up and say a Tanalysts at the FBI measure success by what doesn’t In 1999, she came to few words in front of everyone, with no warning,” happen. When a threat of terrorism is halted or the Seton Hall University and Ugoretz recalls. “We learned how to speak on our seeds of unrest are squelched, Ugoretz and her col- enrolled in the Whitehead feet and deliver remarks with very short notice — leagues breathe easier. School of Diplomacy and skills I’ve used many times at the FBI, especially Each day in her Washington, D.C., office, Ugoretz International Relations’ as a briefer. Seton Hall was the gateway for pores over reports, correspondence and e-mails master’s degree program. achieving my lifelong ambition of living in Wash- from FBI field offices and other government agen- While there, she interned ington and working for the federal government.” cies. She develops a picture of activities and inves- with the U.S. Department Ugoretz’ FBI responsibilities; teaching at the tigations on counterterrorism that assist the FBI of State, served as found- Center for Intelligence Training at the FBI Acade- and the U.S. intelligence community in preventing ing editor-in-chief of the terrorist attacks. She briefs officials and also aids Seton Hall Journal of “Every day I feel I have the chance ongoing investigations. Diplomacy and Interna- For her work at the bureau, which she joined tional Relations, and to make a real impact.” in 2001 as a two-year Presidential Management helped the Whitehead Fellow, she has received commendations from School produce a book- my in Quantico, Virginia; and raising three chil- former U.S. Attorney General John Ashcroft and length report titled “2001: dren with her husband, Christopher Kruchten, who FBI Director Robert Mueller. During her fellow- Year of Dialogue Among works for the U.S. Navy, don’t leave her much time ship, she was the first non-agent to serve as Civilizations” for the Unit- for hobbies, but she enjoys attending the children’s Mueller’s daily intelligence briefer, a job that ed Nations. Ugoretz main- events and practicing Mi-Ki-Do, a martial art. required her to spend the overnight hours analyz- tained a 4.0 GPA and “Its philosophy is very similar to Elizabeth Ann ing everything the FBI had done in the previous graduated with an M.A. in Seton’s,” Ugoretz observes. “‘Hazard Zet Forward.’ 24 hours. At 7 a.m., she would present a report to opportunities. Every day I feel like I have the Diplomacy and International Relations (concentra- Try your best even in difficult times.” An intelligence analyst for the FBI, Tonya Ugoretz, Mueller, who would take that information to the chance to make a real impact.” tion: Middle East). She plans to remain with the FBI for now but M.A. ‘01 stands in front president. After Ugoretz’ fellowship ended, she Born and raised in Burlington, New Jersey, Ugoretz recalls her two years at Seton Hall admits that her dream job would be to work in the of the J. Edgar Hoover FBI remained with the FBI as an intelligence analyst. Ugoretz has been making an impact ever since she fondly: “The University’s focus on servant leader- White House for the National Security Council. “I Building in Washington, D.C., where she assists Life is never dull at the FBI, Ugoretz says. “Every was an undergraduate at Ursinus College in subur- ship appealed to me, and I witnessed people living spend my days moving from threat to threat,” she the FBI and U.S. intelli- day, there is new information, new challenges,” she ban Philadelphia. Her experience writing for Ursi- those values every day.” says. “I hope some day to use my experience to gence community in pre- says. “Though the nature and amount of work can nus’ student newspaper and a college internship She says the Whitehead School gave her unique help create policies that will increase our national venting terrorist attacks. Photo by Marty Katz be overwhelming at times, there are tremendous with the Foreign Policy Research Institute in opportunities to hone her diplomacy skills, thanks security over generations.” P

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Get A Grip! Overcoming Stress and Thriving in the Workplace By Bob Losyk ’67/M.A. ’69 (John Wiley & Sons, $19.95) Did you know that laughter lowers some of the stress-creating hormones in your blood? Or that a to-do list without room for flexibility could trigger feelings of stress and guilt? Author, busi- ness consultant, trainer and international speaker, Losyk shares pirates in print these facts and more in his latest book, which is packed with prac- tical information and simple tips for living a longer, happier and more meaningful life.

Confluences: Postcolonialism, African American Literary Studies and the Black Atlantic Memoirs of a Marine, a Physical Therapist and an Actor By John Cullen Gruesser, M.A. ’83, Ph.D. By Ken Boak Strong ’50 (University of Georgia Press, $37.95) (Vantage Press, $13.95) The convergence of three major theories about African-American and From his days as a Catholic schoolboy in Staten Island through his postcolonial studies is the topic of Gruesser’s Confluences. Through enlistment in the Marine Corps, studies at the Mayo Clinic and pur- the examination of literary texts that both illustrate and raise ques- suit of acting, Strong reveals not only the particulars of his own life, tions about the theories, the author’s attempts to bridge the two but also details about the environments in which he grew up, lived fields is steeped in critical analysis. and worked. Silent Witnesses in the Gospels: Bible Bystanders and Their Stories Alter Christus: St. Paul Speaks to Priests By Allan F.Wright ’86/M.A. ’97, Adjunct Professor of Religious Studies By Monsignor John J. Gilchrist ’53/M.A. ’83 (St. Anthony Messenger Press, $11.99) (Ave Maria Press, $14.95) Through the lives of the men and women who lived during the min- Intended as a meditation stimulus, Alter Christus is filled with istry of Jesus Christ, Silent Witnesses explores the thoughts and feel- selected readings from St. Paul’s letters, Monsignor Gilchrist’s per- ings these “Bible bystanders” might have had. For Wright, the stories sonal reflections and thoughts from others who have written about of those mentioned in the Scriptures are important departure points the priesthood. The book addresses the many unique challenges and for readers’ personal reflections and conjectures. joys a priest experiences, including preaching, justice, collaborating with the laity, celibacy and friendship. The Walt Disney World Trivia Book: Secrets, History & Fun Facts Behind the Magic Tears and Tales By Louis A. Mongello, J.D. ’94 By Russell A. Vassallo ’58/J.D. ’61 (The Intrepid Traveler, $14.95) (Whitehall Publishing, $18.95) A Walt Disney World zealot, Mongello brings the “magic” to life in this Through 10 heartwarming stories of animal companionship, Tears fun book filled with multiple-choice trivia questions and many “Did and Tales is based on Vassallo’s personal memories of the animals You Know?” facts about his favorite place. Along with answers, Mon- that comforted him in good and bad times. Overflowing with lessons gello expands upon each question’s topic by filling in the fascinating about love, life and hope, this book offers valuable insight into history and lore. human emotion and communication. Peanut Butter and Jelly Possibilities: Youthful Inspirations Saltwater Taffy: A Summer at the Jersey Shore By Dawn De Lorenzo, SetonWorldWide Student CALLING ALL AUTHORS By Fred Cicetti ’63 (Chrysalis Publishing, $12.95) If you’ve recently written a (iUniverse, $19.95) Making a difference “can be as common as peanut butter and jelly is book, send a review copy Full of dialogue and local color, Cicetti’s first novel explores summer as a staple to the American diet.” Filled with true stories about young and your information to love “down the Shore.” With chapter titles such as “Peppers-and-eggs girls and boys who have impacted the world through their love, hope, Seton Hall magazine, sandwiches” and “I think love does that to you,” Saltwater Taffy is as commitment, courage and charity, De Lorenzo’s first book is intended much about the cultural nuances of visitors to Essex Beach, as it is for young audiences, but also will inspire the young-at-heart. 457 Centre Street, about the intertwined relationships the characters are involved in South Orange, NJ 07079 while vacationing there.

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... Patricia Morley ‘73,

technological and managerial changes at Norbert Kubilus ’68, of North Las Vegas, at Jabil Circuit Inc. in April 2005. . . John of Mount Laurel, NJ, the National Ocean and Atmospheric NV, was awarded a Four-Diamond Individ- Trucillo ’72, of Harrison, NJ, retired from Administration’s (NOAA) National Weather ual Performance Award by the Association the Harrison Police Department as chief was honored as Teacher Service. He serves as deputy undersecre- of Information Technology Professionals of police in June 2005 after 41 years of of the Year at Emmons ALUMNA ATTORNEY APPEARS tary of commerce for oceans and atmos- (AITP). He has served as a board member service. . . Theodore Zeff, M.Ed. ’72, phere for the NOAA, and is the U.S. princi- in three AITP chapters, as a member of Ph.D., of San Ramon, CA, is the author of School in Pemberton, ON THEAPPRENTICE ple representative to the World Meteorolo- the Region One Board of Directors and as The Highly Sensitive Person’s Survival gy Organization... George L. Miles ’63, of the San Diego chapter president in Guide (New Harbinger, 2004). Zeff’s book NJ, for the 2004-05 Pittsburgh, was elected to the Board of 2004... Andy Paszkowski ’68, of Cham- lists hundreds of innovative coping strate- When Michelle Lokey, J.D. ’99 heard Donald Trump say Directors of American International Group bersburg, PA, was certified as a subdivi- gies, including diet and exercise, which academic year... “You’re fired!” in the boardroom, she wasn’t devastated. Inc. in April 2005. Miles is president and sion and land development review trainer help readers calm the senses, cope with “I was glad I was on the other side of the table,” says alumni CEO of WQED Multimedia, the public by the Pennsylvania Municipal Planning the pressures of time and create harmo- broadcaster in southwestern Pennsylva- Education Institute of State College, PA. nious relationships with others. . . Don Tau International’s 15th annual Research Lokey, staff attorney for The Trump Organization, who nia... Mary Ann Scoloveno ’64, of Bridge- Paszkowski works for Dennis E. Black Lucy ’73, of Fort Pierce, FL, was listed in Day Poster Presentation. . . Lawrence D. water, NJ, was one of 12 nurses awarded Engineering Inc. in Chambersburg, and the Who’s Cirignano ’78/J.D. ’81, of Bedminster, NJ, appeared alongside Trump in the April 7 episode of The the 2005 Governor’s Nursing Merit Award serves as a project manager and planner Who Among America’s Teachers for the was listed as one of the “People to Watch Apprentice that aired on NBC. for Excellence in the nurse educator cate- in charge of private land development and second year in a row. . . C. Thomas in 2005” in the Star-Ledger’s January 2 gory by the New Jersey Department of municipal government relations. He also O’Grady ’73, M.S., of Braselton, GA, was edition. He is the executive director of Since 2004, Lokey has been part of The Trump Organi- Health and Senior Services. Scoloveno was elected to the Board of Trustees of appointed senior vice president of busi- Catholic Citizenship. . . Jesus F. De La zation’s legal team, working closely with Trump on real has taught at Rutgers University’s College the Church of God Home in Carlisle, PA, in ness development for Cooper Indus- Teja ’78, of Austin, TX, was elected sec- of Nursing since 1971... Bishop Arthur J. June 2005. tries. . . Ann Stankiewicz Segal ’73, J.D., of ond vice president of the Texas State estate projects. During her first few weeks, Trump sug- Serratelli ’65, of Clifton, NJ, was elected Moorestown, NJ, was elected to the Historical Association and will become gested she appear on The Apprentice. chair of the Committee on Doctrine by Moorestown Town Council in November president in 2007-08. He also served as members of the U.S. Conference of 2003. Her election marks the first time in a consultant to the The Alamo, the 2004 For the episode, Trump, Lokey and Carolyn Kepcher, Catholic Bishops. He is bishop of the 1970s the town’s 320-year history that there has major motion picture starring Billy Bob executive vice president for The Trump Organization,

Photo by Bill Blanchard Bill by Photo Paterson Diocese... Arthur Dell Orto ’66, Thomas A. Basilo ’71, of Tenafly, NJ, been a democratic majority in the coun- Thornton and Dennis Quaid. . . John J. Ph.D., of Framingham, MA, received the joined WithumSmith+Brown as a share- cil. . . Wesley S. Blakeslee ’74, of Belmar, Szabo, M.Ed. ’79/Ed.D. ’94, of Manala- weighed in together on which team was most success- See what SAA Distinguished Career in Rehabilitation Edu- holder in the firm’s Livingston office. Basilo NJ, joined 292 dentists as a Diplomate of pan, NJ, was elected superintendent of ful at creating “techwear.” cation Award from the National Council on is a licensed CPA in New Jersey, New York the American Board of Oral Implantology/ the Washington Township School District 1950s “I was there for all the boardroom discussions,” members have Thaddeus (Ted) Stanley Lepcio ’51, of Rehabilitation Education (NCRE) at the and Connecticut, and has more than 30 Implant Dentistry (ABOI/ID), becoming one in April 2005. . . Elza C. Tiner ’79, Ph.D., Dedham, MA, was profiled in an article NCRE National Rehabilitation Educators years experience. He also is an adjunct of the nation’s leading experts in implant received the 2005 T.A. Abbott Award for Lokey says. “It was intense.” been up to this titled “A Player in His Day,” featured in Conference in Tucson, AZ, in February professor in Seton Hall’s Stillman School care. Blakeslee presented cases for Faculty Excellence from the Higher Educa- Before Lokey worked for The Trump Organization, summer in pre- The Boston Globe in April 2005. Lepcio 2005. Dell Orto is professor and director of Business, where he teaches review by an expert panel of implant den- tion and Leadership Ministries of the played infield for the Boston Red Sox for of the Rehabilitation Counseling Program an introductory M.B.A. course in entrepre- tists and passed a series of written and Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). she completed the Health Law & Policy Program at paration for the eight years in the 1950s and was at Fen- at Boston University’s Sargent College of neurial studies. . . DeCosta Dawson, oral examinations sponsored by the Tiner is a professor of English at Lynch- Seton Hall’s School of Law. Following a few years of sesquicentennial way Park in April to celebrate the Red Sox Health and Rehabilitation Sciences. He M.Ed. ’71, of Orange, NJ, celebrated 25 ABOI/ID to earn the title of diplomate. . . burg College in Virginia. He also wrote a World Series championship. He works also and serves as associate executive years as founding director of the Essex Colonel John J. Buttil ’74, of Audubon, book titled Students REEDing: Teaching work in Birmingham, Alabama, Lokey considered year. part-time for Stonepath, a global logistics director for the university’s Center for Chorale. He began as an organist and NJ, was deployed to Guantanamo Bay, with the Records of Early English Drama company... Donald F. Winslow ’52, of Psychiatric Rehabilitation... Robert E. accompanist, working with the Newark Cuba, in January 2002. He has served in that was accepted for publication by the changing cities. She discussed her options with her best page 44 Lakeland, FL, was appointed education Wright ’67, M.B.A., of Fairfield, CT, retired Boys Chorus during its formative years in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve for 28 University of Toronto Press. girlfriend Molly Sims — supermodel, television person- chairperson of the Edward Fuller Colony from PricewaterhouseCoopers after 37 the late 1960s. Dawson also accompa- years. . . Veronica Rempusheski ’75, of Society of Mayflower Descendants in years. Wright has since earned an M.B.A. nied the New Jersey Symphony Chorus Shawnee, KS, received the Phyllis Keeney ality and Lokey’s roommate from Vanderbilt College. Florida. He also was named publicity from Fairfield University and plans to and Masterwork Chorus of Morristown, Lawrence Teaching Award from the Univer- “Molly lived in Los Angeles, and I was going to move chairperson of the Sons of the American teach accounting on the college level... and directed choirs at Thomas Jefferson sity of Kansas’ School of Nursing. Rem- 1980s Revolution, for the Lakeland chapter... Michael F. Adams ’68/M.A. ’69, of Ram- High School in Elizabeth, NJ. . . S. Charles pusheski, a member of the American John O. Melody ’80, of Union, NJ, was there with my son,” Lokey says. “To help me get job con- Colonel Frank DeMartini Jr. ’59 (Ret.), sey, NJ, received the Mayor’s Gold Clock (Gary) Garofalo ’71, of Dania Beach, FL, Nurses Association, the American Acade- promoted to captain of the homicide unit tacts, Molly set me up with Donald Trump. It was sur- of Fallbrook, CA, served 35 years for the Award for 30 years of extraordinary serv- was selected as chaplain for the second my of Nursing and Sigma Theta Tau Inter- in the Essex County Prosecutor’s U.S. Army in airborne infantry, parachute ice to the Borough of Ramsey. The Ram- consecutive year by both the American national Honor Society of Nursing, has 39 Office in April 2005. Shortly real and daunting to prepare for rigging and air delivery, procurement, serv- sey Knights of Columbus also chose Legion Marshall Labree Post 304 and the years of clinical and academic experi- after his promotion, Melody the interview.” ice school, foreign language school, and Adams as Knight of the Year for 2005... Dania Lions Club. Garofalo is a lector, ence. . . Maureen Tauriello ’75, of Irving- served as lead negotiator in a other senior command and staff assign- Eucharistic minister and altar server at ton, NJ, received a graduate certificate in hostage situation in Lopatcong Lokey seized this opportunity ments. ... Joe Dowling ’65, Resurrection Church. . . Anthony liturgical studies from Felician College in Township, NJ. . . Mark E. Zyla of a lifetime. Recently, she closed Manziano, M.S. ’72, of Woodbridge, NJ, Lodi, NJ. . . Jim Van Hoven ’75, of ’81, of Scotch Plains, NJ, was deals for two Trump-owned proj- of Stamford, CT, com- was elected vice president of the New Wauwatosa, WI, is the regional develop- appointed chief of police of the Jersey Society of Certified Public Account- ment administrator for the Province of Scotch Plains Police Depart- ects in Chicago and Los Angeles. 1960s pleted the New Jersey ants. He is a sole practitioner in Wood- Saint Joseph of the Capuchin Order, ment in May 2004. He was has Brigadier General John “Jack” Kelly ’62, bridge. . . Robert P. McGeary ’72, J.D., of based in Detroit. Van Hoven works with been awarded the department As for a typical day, she notes: M.A., U.S. Air Force (Ret.), of Centreville, Marathon at the age of Annandale, NJ, was sworn in as mayor of social services agencies, parishes and Medal of Honor, the New Jersey “There is no such thing.” VA, received the David O. Cooke Leader- Franklin Township in January 2005. retreat houses in Wisconsin. . . Mary State Policeman’s Benevolent 65 in April. On April | LORI VARGA ship in Federal Service Award from the McGeary is a private practice attorney who Denyse Giannone ’77, of Colonia, NJ, Association Medal of Valor and National Capital Area (Washington, D.C.) 18, Dowling’s 66th handles cases in elder law, estate and tax received a Master of Science in Nursing the 200 Club of Union County chapter of the American Society for Public planning, and transactions. . . Thomas from Monmouth University in May 2005. Medal of Valor. . . Richard S. Administration in April 2005. Kelly was birthday, he completed O’Connor, M.Ed. ’72, of Tampa, FL, was Giannone also was awarded first place in Krawczun ’82, of Lawrenceville, recognized for his role in spearheading named vice president of human resources the Lambda Delta Chapter of Sigma Theta NJ, was appointed municipal manager the Boston Marathon... 40 41 ALUMNI NEWS & NOTES SETON HALL MAGAZINE | F A L L 2 0 0 5

... Jay Sniatkowski ... Michellene Davis ’94/J.D. ’97, of Trenton, of the Lawrenceville Township Council. ‘87, of Verona NJ, was lum and instruction from Caldwell College of Haymarket, VA, is national sales direc- Xtreme. . . Alejandro Romero ’95, Ph.D., NJ, was nominated by acting Governor Krawczun will continue to serve as COO for elected as a second- in May 2005. . . Major Gerard M. Garvey tor at Millennium 3 Communications since of Elizabeth, NJ, works at Bimark Medical the council, a position he has held since ’90, of Northfield Center, OH, was November 2004. The technology company Communications in Hackensack, NJ, Richard Codey to be the executive director 1994. . . Anselm Lebourne ’82, of Maple- term councilman for deployed with the Ohio Army National provides international, private-leased cir- where he develops medical education pro- wood, NJ, set a world indoor record in the Guard to Kosovo in September 2004. cuit links to Asia. . . Peter grams for physicians, nurses and pharma- of the New Jersey State Lottery. Davis men’s 45-49 age group for the 800-meter Garvey is serving as the G6 (Communica- Avalos ’94/M.S. ’02/M.B.A. ’02, of cists. Romero is also an adjunct professor Verona. He also was serves as senior policy adviser for the BIG EAST event at the New Balance Track and Field tions Officer) for the Task Force Falcon Alpharetta, GA, was promoted to regional of biology at Seton Hall University. . . F. Centre in New York in March 2004. appointed mayor of KFOR6A/Multi-National Brigade East, business director for southeast regions for Robert Candella ’96, of Hoboken, NJ, is NETWORKING EVENT, Lebourne’s time of 1:56.28 seconds which is responsible for 2,500 soldiers Ortho Biotech, a division of Johnson & vice president of derivatives strategy and Office of the Deputy Commissioner of WASHINGTON, D.C. — broke the long-standing world indoor the township... from the United States, Greece, Poland, Johnson in Atlanta. . . Christopher implementation at Credit Suisse First Public Health Services in the New Jersey WEDNESDAY, NOVEM- record of 1:57.32 seconds, set in 1995. Ukraine, Lithuania and Armenia. His unit Cosentino ’94, of Austin, TX, has is been Boston. . . Dennis A. Castro ’97, of Leo- Earlier in the season, Lebourne also set a spent six months in Kosovo working on working as principal of St. Michael’s nia, NJ, was honored as the 2004 Compa- Department of Health and Senior Services... BER 16 world indoor record in the men’s 45-49 litigation. He is a member of the Ameri- the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation’s Catholic Academy in Austin since 2004. . . ny Grade Officer of the Year by the 514th Come represent the Pirates age group for the 1,500-meter event with can, Massachusetts and Boston Bar mission to rebuild the province after the ... Renee San Giacomo, M.Ed. ’94, of Air Mobility Wing (Reserve) at McGuire Air a time of 4:02.62 seconds. He works as associations. . . Judith L. Setzer ’85, J.D., 1999 conflict. . . Robert D. Kleppinger Langhorne, PA, was appointed director of Force Base in New Hanover Township, of team services by the East Coast Hockey and meet fellow alumni a New York Stock Exchange analyst. . . of Jacksonville, FL, received a Juris Doctor ’90, of Berkeley Heights, NJ, was named admissions in the Office of Marketing and NJ. . . Joan M. Vander Valk ’97, of West League (ECHL). He will focus on ticket from BIG EAST schools at Tony Orlando ’82/M.P.A. ’97, of Ramsey, from Florida Coastal School of Law in senior vice president of the personal College Relations at Thomas Edison State Orange, NJ, was honored with the Service sales and provide support to all ECHL the Hotel Washington, 15th NJ, is senior vice president of finance at 2003. Setzer owns a law firm in Jack- asset protection division at Frenkel & Co. College. . . Perette L. Arrington ’95, Award by the New Jersey Chapter of the teams. . . Steffany Baptiste ’99, M.Ed., Englewood Hospital and Medical Center. . . sonville and practices adoption, business Inc. in Jersey City, NJ. Frenkel is an inter- Psy.D., of Washington, D.C., received a Public Relations Society of America was featured in the “Teacher Highlights” and Pennsylvania Ave NE, Stanley Jablonowski ’83, of Skillman, NJ, and international law. . . Ann Marie Calla- national insurance brokerage firm based Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psycholo- (PRSA). She has been a PRSA board section of the Rutgers University Web site 6-8 p.m. R.S.V.P. to Kristen joined the executive management team at han ’86/ M.S. ’95, of Roseland, NJ, was in New York City. . . James Duggan ’91, of gy from George Washington University in member since 1998 and is a professional for her continuing efforts and dedication to Koehler, M.A. ’00, director Fleet Insurance Services, a non-bank sub- elected vice president of the New Jersey Upper Montclair, NJ, has worked at IBM August 2004. . . Steven M. Barry ’95, adviser to the Seton Hall chapter of the the South African Initiative Program through sidiary, as property and casualty insur- Society of Certified Public Accountants. for nine years and is currently a business M.S., of Nutley NJ, received a Master of Public Relations Student Society of Ameri- the Rutgers University Graduate School of of regional programs, at ance executive in the Cranford, NJ, She is a tax practitioner and assistant area manager. He is also the president of Science in Management with a concentra- ca. . . Michael H. Hoffman, M.S. ’98, of Education. . . Benjamin Hyde ’99, of (973) 378-9821 or office. . . Michael A. Perreca ’83, of professor at Caldwell College. . . Sandra the Ancient Order of Hibernians Division 9 tion in information management from East Brunswick, NJ, was promoted in Janu- Philadelphia, was promoted to captain in [email protected]. Brooklyn, NY, was appointed managing Reid M.Ed.’87, Ph.D., of Maplewood, NJ, ... Robert J. Benke ’92/M.S. ’03, of Stevens Institute of Technology in January ary 2005 from manager to director of tax at the U.S. Army Reserve. Hyde is a special director of Making Books Sing in January received a Doctor of Philosophy from Ford- Flemington, NJ, was promoted from senior 2005. He is a senior systems analyst at WithumSmith+Brown. . . David Shipitofsky education teacher at Kensington High 2004. Making Books Sing is a New York ham University in May 2005. . . Laura A. tax associate to tax manager at Withum- St. Paul Travelers. . . Dominick D’Agostino ’98, of Hoboken, NJ, was named director School in Philadelphia and is pursuing a City-based theater company that produces Barletta ’88, of High Bridge, NJ, was pro- Smith+Brown in January 2005. . . Michael ’95, of Garfield, NJ, worked during 2005 Master of Arts in Education at Temple commissioned musical versions of chil- moted to manager of marketing services Madison ’92, of Medford Lakes, NJ, was as team chiropractor for the National University. . . Matthew Lavery ’99/M.A. dren’s books, often with a multicultural at MetLife Bank. . . Michael L. Lombardi named vice president of commercial lend- Indoor Football League’s New Jersey aspect, adapted by Broadway composers ’88, of Newfoundland, NJ, was appointed ing in September 2004 for Cornerstone and performed by Equity actors in theaters vice president of East Coast sales for Bank in Moorestown, NJ. He also received in Manhattan and other boroughs. . . Undertone Networks in January 2005. a captain’s license from the U.S. Coast Robert Picciano ’84, M.D., of Florham He will work in Undertone’s New York Guard. . . Germaine M. Ortiz ’92, of Pal- Park, NJ, was named president of the office. . . Rob Brodersen ’89, of Parrish, isades Park, NJ, was appointed to the medical staff at Saint James Hospital in FL, is vice president of marketing for Bergen Community College Board of Newark, NJ. Picciano is board certified in Champs Sports, based in Bradenton, FL. Trustees in November 2004 to serve on internal medicine and has been a member Champs Sports is a division of Footlocker both the board’s Audit and Finance/Legal of the medical staff at Saint James since Inc. and operates more than 4,000 stores Committee and the Site Facilities Commit- 1990. . . James W. McGarry ’85, J.D., of in the United States and internationally. tee. Ortiz is a member of the Palisades Lynnfield, NJ, was made a partner in the Park Borough Council, where she serves litigation department of Goodwin Procter as chair of the Fire and Health Depart- LLP. McGarry specializes in complex com- ment and the Finance and Pool commit- mercial litigation with an emphasis on 1990s tees. She is a vice president at David- consumer financial services litigation, the Karen Chappell ’90, M.Ed., of Saddle Dinsmore Management Company in Mor- defense of class actions, general busi- Brook, NJ, received a Master of Arts in ristown, NJ. . . Lucille Russo ’92, M.Ed., ness litigation and intellectual property Education with a concentration in curricu- of Whippany, NJ, received a Master of Arts LEFT: Current student Alexandra Ayer (center) shares stories in Education from Caldwell College in 2002, and has been teaching fourth grade of today’s Seton Hall with Elizabeth Pohlhaus ’48 (left). as in Whippany for six years. . . Murielle HALL ON Alexandra’s mother, Bernye, looks on. CENTER: U.S. Congressman HOST A SESQUICENTENNIAL PARTY IN YOUR AREA Steven Walsh ’92, J.D., of New York City, Donald L. Payne ’73 (D-New Jersey; 10th District) speaks about was named to the Top Class Action Attor- his long relationship with Seton Hall, the lessons he learned as a Alumni nationwide: Help Seton Hall commemorate its 150th THE HILL ney’s Editorial Board of Class Action student and the importance of staying involved as an alumnus. birthday by hosting a sesquicentennial party in your area Reports Inc. Walsh is an associate with More than 100 people attended the second annual The Hall on The Hill RIGHT: Mary Flanagan, office director for Congressman Steve during the 15-month celebration, which kicked off October the New York City law firm of Pomerantz Rothman, New Jersey 9th District, was happy to be a Haudek Block Grossman & Gross LLP. She event on Thursday, July 21 in the Rayburn Building on Capitol Hill in Pirate for the day at the second annual The Hall on The Hill. 1. The Office of Alumni Relations will provide planning tips, is a member of the State Bar of New Washington, D.C. The reception was an opportunity for members of the BOTTOM: Father Gerard Sloyan ’40/M.Div.’44 was “pinned” at the invitations, the Seton Hall DVD and promotional items for York. . . Shacara Boone ’93, of West event by JoAnne Brehon, government relations secretary, and Kris- you and your guests. Contact Kristen Koehler, M.A. ’00, Orange, NJ, joined the Advisory Council for University community to celebrate their connections to Seton Hall with the National Association of Minority and ten Koehler, M.A. ’00, director of regional programs. All attendees director of regional programs, at (973) 378-9821 or alum- others from Washington, its suburbs and beyond. Women Owned Law Firms. Boone is a vice received a special insignia pin. Photos by Marty Katz [email protected] for details. president in the employment law group at Cendant Corp. . . Christopher J. Lynch ’93,

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’01, of Oakdale, NY, is director of the a girl, Catherine Grace, June 21, 2005 Elizabeth, March 17, 2005 Academic Center at St. Joseph’s College in Marriages Patchogue, New York. . . Robert F. Michael Cocco ’86 and Beth, a girl, Molly Anne (Prendergast) Kisslinger ’92 and STAYCONNECTED Muscillo ’99, of Metuchen, NJ, works for J. Taylor Ryan M.B.A. ’69 to Marcia M. Elizabeth, February 16, 2005 Paul, a girl, Mira Margaret, June 30, 2004 the National Association for Securities Michaels For monthly news and feature stories about Seton Hall Dealers, conducting anti-money laundering Jennifer Coe ’89 to George Holt Joseph Kelly ’89/M.Ed. ’03 and Danielle, Anna (Labombarda) Seckular ’92 and University people, sports, events and more, subscribe examinations for member firms on the Brian A. Levicky ’94 to Eileen J. McHugh a girl, Elizabeth, March 4, 2005 Corey, a girl, Marisa Haley, November 9, American Stock Exchange. Ismael Nibot ’94/M.B.A. ’02 to 2004 to Pirate Press, the alumni e-newsletter. Sent to your Caroline M. Goetz, M.S. ’02 Lisa (Formanek) Roche ’89 and Patrick e-mail inbox on or around the 15th of each month, Daniel Beany ’95 to Patricia O’Shea D. Roche ’89, a boy, Quinlan Thomas, May Brian Tynan ’92 and Natalie, a girl, Abigail Diana Gavin ’95 to Adam Rumage ’95 28, 2004 Reilly, February 21, 2005 Pirate Press is full of fun pictures, interesting stories Eamon Murray ’95 to Kerry Ann Scheetz 2000s and detailed information about staying connected to Timothy Frederiks ’00/Ed.D. ’04, of Parsip- Gina Rabuck ’96 to Kevin Anton Nancy (Coughlin) DiPasquale ’90/ M.A. Erich White ’92 and Venessa (Zipfel) pany, NJ, was named superintendent of the Kimberly A. Roman ’96 to Steven S. Jordan ’94 and Henry, a boy, Colin Henry, June White ’95 twins, Ethan and Sophie, The Hall. To subscribe, send an e-mail to alum- Allamuchy Township School District. . . Paul Crista Trippodi ’96 to Dennis T. Murphy 28, 2005 December 8, 2004 [email protected]. E. Ward, Ed.D. ’00, of Belleville, NJ, was Alyson W. Rice ’97 to Blaine Twilley named president-principal of Hudson Tiziana DiLello ’98 to Ryan Haberthur Christine (Hughes) Piro ’90 and Neil Piro Laura (Galanaugh) Avalos ’93/M.A. ’99 Photo by Bill Blanchard Bill by Photo Catholic Regional High School in Jersey John A. Ferrante ’98 to Lynn-Marie Hilgert ’91, a boy, Ryan, February 4, 2005 and Peter Avalos ’94/M.S. ’02/M.B.A. Seton Hall also has a number of Web sites where you City, NJ. He also serves as deputy superin- Joseph Sutton ’98 to Elana Betesh ’02, a boy, Peter Andrew, March 21, 2005 SAA CLOSES THE GAP tendent of schools in the Archdiocese of Kathi Felmey ’99 to Shane Klawitter Mary Beth (Murray) Wheeler ’90 can get up-to-date information: New York. . . Jeanie Winstrom ’00, of Troy, Lorye Holt ’99 to Jeremiah Craver and Lawrence, a boy, Michael Lawrence, Jacquelyn (Dooley) Johnson ’93 and MT, opened a fly fishing shop on her 700- Matthew Lavery ’99/M.A.’01 to January 24, 2005 Justin, a boy, Casey, March 16, 2004 While many college students spent the summer working, acre guest ranch in the Cabinet Mountains Kimberly Ferraro ’00 www.shu.edu interning, hitting the beach and hanging out with friends, of Montana. Winstrom gives guided fishing Sarah Rickert ’99 to Chris Weerts Christina (Castellucci) Costa ’91 and Frank Papa ’93 and Ellen, a boy, Frank IV, trips and does upland bird hunting on her Rebecca E. Haines, M.Ed. ’00 to Philip Anthony Costa ’93, a girl, Danielle February 9, 2005 admission.shu.edu members of Seton Hall’s Student Alumni Association 500-acre reserve. . . Jeffrey Alfano ’01, of Zachary Durren Catherine, June 28, 2004 alumni.shu.edu (SAA) did those things and more, as they busily planned Staten Island, NY, was admitted in 2004 to Shaun Nicholson ’00 to Colette Monee Sharon (Budniak) Reed ’93 and Scott, the New Jersey and New York State Bar Lalumondiere Barbara (Mullins) Rudnick ’91 and Russ, twins, Jillian Lee and Logan Joseph, for 2005-06 SAA events. associations. Alfano is a staff attorney at Vito A. Morgese ’00/J.D. ’04 to Erin O’Toole a boy, Jake Patrick, January 28, 2005 September 5, 2004 “We hope to accomplish a lot this year,” says Ann Arm- the Manhattan law firm of Paul, Wharton & Melissa Crismale ’02 to Nicholas Garrison. . . Michael A. Rossi, Ph.D. ’01, of Pappagallo Jennifer Steinbeck Wallace ’91 and Claudia M. Vaccarone ’93 and Philippe brust, executive co-director of SAA. “Our goals are to boost Hackettstown, NJ, was appointed superin- Courtney Koepfler ’02 to Jason Delia George, a boy, Trevor, August 30, 2004 Van Caenegem, a boy, Milo Aldo Etienne school spirit, engage in service work on campus and pro- tendent of the Lopatcong Township School Stephen P. Pierce ’02/M.Ed. ’04 to Van Caenegem, April 27, 2004 District. . . Dana B. Sanfiorenzo ’01, of Mary T. Savner ’02 Michael Anderson ’92 and Amy, a boy, vide current students networking opportunities with alum- Manapalan, NJ, has joined the real estate Diane Prelich ’02 to Lewis Morrell Nicholas James, February 15, 2005 Kathleen (D’Albenzio) Fitzgerald ’94 and ni. Our ultimate mission is to close the gap between cur- sales team at Keller Williams Realty at the Sara M. Sirowich ’03 to Carlos Bastos Brian Fitzgerald ’96, triplets, Connor, West Monmouth office in Marlboro, NJ. . . Carlene Denis ’04 to Justin Harper ’04 Scott Chesney ’92 and Pratiksha, Gavin and Shannon, February 7, 2005 rent and future Pirate alumni.” Reggie O. Davenport, M.Ed. ’02, of Plain- Courtney R. Johnson, M.B.A. ’04 to a boy, Raymond, May 17, 2005 Already, SAA has hosted several events for members of field, NJ, was honored as Assistant Princi- Matthew Sollie, M.B.A. ’04 Ann-Marie (Rispoli) Zino ’94/ M.B.A.’95 pal of the Year by the New Jersey Principal Joseph Degnan ’92 and Annie (Wong) and Joseph, a girl, Olivia Anne, July 16, the Class of 2009 during Pirate Adventure and Welcome Supervisors Association. Davenport is the Degnan ’93/M.A. ’95 a girl, Brynn 2004 Week. Members were also on hand to help incoming fresh- assistant principal of Conackamack Middle School in Piscataway, NJ. . . Mark DeVincen- Baby Pirates Gretchen (DiGennaro) Dorrego ’95 and men move in to their residence halls in September. tis, M.B.A. ’02, of Hoboken, NJ, joined Joseph, a girl, Alexandra Maria, November A year-long membership drive is currently in progress, Oppenheimer Investment Management Inc. Dan Malanka ’78 and Susan, a boy, FALL SOCIAL AT THE 26, 2004 in the company’s institutional asset manage- Daniel Martin, November 8, 2004 TONIC BAR, TIMES with the goal of recruiting 150 students, in honor of ment subsidiary as vice president of sales SQUARE —THURSDAY, Matthew Hanson ’95 and Lisa, a boy, Seton Hall’s 150th anniversary. Members also volunteered and marketing. . . Tasneem Mirza, M.B.A. Leonard J. Monesteri ’78 and Denise, a Jake McIntyre, December 28, 2004 ’02, of Morris Plains, NJ, founded Exquisite girl, Faith Carolynn, July 26, 2004 NOVEMBER 17 at the Sesquincentennial Birthday Bash on October 1. Rugs, a custom area rug company in Morris John Kwitkoski ’95 and Meredith, Network with Young Alumni and This year’s activities may include tailgate parties Plains, in April 2002. Exquisite Rugs uses Kathleen Dooley-Breslin ’81/J.D. ’88 and a girl, Brielle, February 21, 2005 resources from India.. . . Normand Morneau Robert Breslin, a girl, Caroline Grace, born NYC alumni and enjoy drink before athletic events, the launch of a “cheers and jeers” ’03, of New Haven, CT, joined Mason Inc. as February 1, 2004, adopted February 28, specials throughout the evening. Lisa (Ferrara) Ronneburger ’95 and a public relations account coordinator.. . Web site for basketball games, class wars, a speaker 2005 Tonic Bar is located on 727 Detlef, twin boys, Sebastian Joseph and Edward Forsthoffer ’04, of Hamilton Town- Alexander Joachim, November 2, 2004 series, and networking and business etiquette workshops. ship, NJ, is assistant superintendent of per- Alice (Greenwald) Bauml ’85 and Edward, Seventh Avenue between 48th “It’s a club that celebrates being a Seton Hall student,” sonnel for the Monroe School District. . . a boy, Thaddeus James Clinton, March 12, and 49th, 6 p.m. For more infor- Mary (Loftus) Vitello ’95 and Dean, a girl, Janet Hansraj ’04, a nurse at Pascack Valley 2005 mation, call 1-800-992-GRAD or Amelia Clare, April 25, 2005 Armbrust says. “At the same time, it helps students under- Hospital in Westwood, NJ, received one of e-mail [email protected]. stand the benefits of being active Pirate alumni.” 10 national Nurse Hero Awards from the Eric Rush ’85 and Annaliese (Schneider) Bethea Coppola-Rios ’96 and Rawicez, a American Red Cross. Hansraj was selected Rush ’86/M.B.A. ’90, a girl, Allison Malia, boy, Rawicez Francisco, January 7, 2005 | LORI VARGA for the honor after she rescued a teenager December 16, 2004 during a car accident on the New York State Peter Grompone ’96/M.A. ’98/Ed.S. ’03 Thruway in June 2003. Ralph Terminello ’85 and Jamie, and Sara (Barnett) Grompone ’98/M.A. Visit us today! 44 45 ALUMNI NEWS & NOTES SETON HALL MAGAZINE | F A L L 2 0 0 5

’02 a girl, Ryan Nicole, February 10, 2005 a boy, Jack Xavier, March 21, 2005 ’48/J.D. ’77 Vincent F. Pogozelski ’56 George Mango Jr. ’78 Frank H. McNally ’48 Florence A. Wagner ’56 Thomas S. Plaia ’78/J.D. ’81 Andrew Guarini ’96 and Edith (Ciesla) Lorye (Holt) Craver ’99 and Jeremiah, Wesley B. Bilby ’49 John A. Carle ’57 Yoshikazu Negoro ’80 Guarini ’97 a boy, Jake Christopher, March twin boys, Jeremiah Christopher and Alfred Contegiacomo ’49 Paul C. Federici ’57 Denise Y. Howell-Brister ’81 5, 2005 James Holt, November 23, 2003 Gordon P. Donnelly ’49 Francis Girardi ’57 Ileana Crespo ’82 Patric J. Garrett ’49 Sister Mary Casimir Poluionska, Debbylynn (Chache) French ’82 Melissa (Naddeo) Nazzaro ’96/M.A. ’03 Matthew Lavery ’99/M.A. ’01 and Eugene A. Graham ’49 M.Ed. ’57 Margaret Keenan ’83 and Mark Nazzaro ’98/M.S. ’00, a girl, Kimberly (Ferraro) Lavery ’00 a girl, Richard W. Grodeck ’49 John D. Blewitt ’58 Jane F. Ryan, M.Ed. ’84 Lindsay Ann, August 3, 2004 Keeghan Alice, July 25, 2003 Thomas Jordan ’49 Bob Squirrel ’58 Bridget E. Burke ’93 Mary P. Kulinska ’49 John P. Burke ’59 Helen A. Muller, M.Ed. ’93 DON’T GET SPAMMED! Amy Noonan ’96 and Edward, a girl, Nicole (Ultimo) Olaya ’99 and Geovanny, a Thomas W. Martin ’49 Edward J. Burns ’59 Brian J. Jarrett ’95 Receive Seton Hall Alumni Margaret, March 9, 2005 boy, Giovanni Antonio, December 10, 2004 Donald G. McCormick ’49 Francis M. Condon ’59 Nicole Montano ’95 Relations e-mails without William McKee ’49 Richard A. Days ’59 Mark D. McVicker ’96 Kara (Monetti) Weipz ’96 and Matthew Stoessel ’99/M.A. ’01 and Frank A. Porfido ’49 William P. Feeney ’59 Curt W. Heyeck ’98 interruption! If you use Joseph M. Weipz ’97, a boy, Christopher Clarinda (Espineli) Stoessel ’00 a girl, George A. Ross ’49 Ricahrd Crosbee ’60 a SPAM filter, add Joseph, September 24, 2004 Victoria Elizabeth, July 28, 2005 Frank S. Adams ’50 Joseph F. 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Mortenson ’39 Kazmierz J. Banko ’51 Edward F. Hand ’62 Marilynn Cucciniello Seton Hall Magazine Ashley (Warner) Evans ’98 and Cameron, John Kearney Sr. ’40 James T. Fenimore ’51 Lucretia Mastro ’62 Joseph S. Cunder Alumni News and Notes a boy, Cameron Thomas, January 11, 2005 Paul H. Wannemacher ’41 M. Joseph Hardiman ’51 Eleanor M. Quinn, M.Ed. ’62 Bruno DiGiacobbe 457 Centre Street, South Orange, NJ 07079 William F. Cuozzi Jr. ’42 Richard F. Langan ’51 Steven Stark ’62 Catherine M. Depaul Jody (Baker) Gottmann ’98 and Eric, a Joseph Kane ’42 Richard G. Macali ’51 Walter B. Armour, M.S. ’63 Miriam Doctors Fax: (973) 378-2640 girl, Holly Marie, February 10, 2005. Ferdinand B. Miller ’42 John A. Marzulli ’51 Pasquale Ratta ’63 Vitalino Echeverry Frances P. Murphy ’44 Reverend Eugene Cotter ’52 Anthony F. Gonnella, M.Ed. ’64 Michael T. Gushanas Tiziana (DiLello) Haberthur ’98 and Ryan, Francis R. Walsh ’44 Joseph Curran ’52 William A. Crable ’65 Marion Hankowski Name a girl, Isabella Faith, July 5, 2004 Kathryn A. Mullin ’47/M.Ed. ’56 Matthew W. France ’52 Sister E. Gilmore ’65 Josephine Hannigan Francis E. Banfield ’48 Frank J. Montalbano ’52 Louis S. Frezza ’66 Ada Carini Hill Daniel Hagan, M.B.A. ’98/J.D. ’99 Daniel Cuomo ’48 Eugene W. O’Neill ’52 Charles O. Hall Jr., M.Ed. ’66 Jane Hoff Class Year(s) and Degree(s) from Seton Hall and Karen, a girl, Emma, March 17, 2005 Leo V. Faas ’48 Mary C. Ortyl ’52 Frank Outwater ’66 Melenie Hong Neil G. Geltzeiler ’48 John Petroccione, M.Ed. ’52 Mary Jane Donnelly, M.Ed. ’67 Richard H. Johnson Home Address Heather Tormey ’98 and Michael, Honorable George P. Helfrich David O. Prescott ’52 John M. Iatesta ’67 Rita O. Kentz Donald J. Roche ’52 William S. Missonellie III ’67 Sheila Noecker Bernard F. Wrobleski ’52 Wanda J. Snyder ’67 Daniel P. O’Brien Phone John Garrett Jr. ’53 Peter P. Curtin Jr. ’68 Rosa I. Ramos Charles F. Hammel ’53 Richard Filippone ’68 Virginia A. Richardson Seton Hall Regional Chapters Robert P. Hennelly ’53 Helen R. Huntley ’68 Peter W. Rodino E-Mail Address To become involved in a regional chapter, contact Kristen Koehler, M.A. ’00, Grace A. Murphy ’53 Elaine C. Przepadlo ’68 Anthony Sciglitano Daniel F. Nash ’53 Thomas H. Burke ’69 Maxine C. Scott News to Share: director of regional programs, at 1-800-992-GRAD (4723) or [email protected]. Sarah Veneziano ’53 Charles B. Canavan ’69 Reverend Donald C. Smith Or visit alumni.shu.edu for the names, phone numbers and e-mail addresses Walter Bock ’54/M.Ed. ’56 Salvatore Pastore Jr. ’69 Samuel Tornatore Richard L. Bukowski ’54 Mary D. Thomas ’69 Robert Traflet of chapter leaders. Joseph M. Coleman ’54 Elizabeth A. Brennan ’71 John J. Wargacki James J. Donohue ’54 Richard Curcio ’71 Jannie Mae Woolridge Nicholas J. Giaquinto Sr. ’54 Leonard N. Winter, M.B.A. ’71 Anthony Xavier Austin Los Angeles Seattle Sister Anne Jeffers ’54 Carol L. Jones ’73/M.Ed. Helen Zizik James McAndrew ’54 ’79/Ph.D. ’93 Dallas Phoenix San Francisco Mary A. Quigley ’54 William H. Oakley, M.B.A. ’73 Sister Mary F. Ratajczak ’54 Glenn A. Tillou, M.Ed. ’73 Chicago Monmouth County Seattle Anthony L. Brown ’55 Edward Babulski ’75 Eastern Connecticut Raleigh Washington, D.C. Francys D. Clift ’55 Stanley Cislak ’75 John A. Devoy ’55 Philip C. Desmond, M.B.A. ’76 Houston Rhode Island Frank Ashley ’56 Richard J. Lewis, M.B.A. ’76 ABOVE: Allison Malia Rush, daughter of Annaliese Schneider-Rush ’86 and Eric Rush Anthony T. Devincenzo, M.Ed. ’56 Deborah P. Gill ’78 ’85, catches some rays as she stays connected with the University and fellow alumni! captions here. 46 47 Tomo4t ogA ... .if PY«ioro,"d.Jho.tduo....,...j or

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