The Setonian - Volume 93, Issue 2 - 09/08/2016

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Sept. 8, 2016

LGBTQ community seeks increased dialogue at SHU Ashley Turner News Editor

Rev. Warren Hall suspended In News, Page 2

Seton Hall to The Voice In Pirate Life, Page 7

Volleyball led by seniors In Sports, Page 14

At Seton Hall University’s 159th baccalaureate commencement ceremony on May 16, members of the Class of 2016 prepared for their journey beyond undergraduate school.

Speeches were made. Tears were shed. It was the perfect send off into the real world for many, but not for Corina Hendren.

Hendren, who graduated from the School of Diplomacy and International Relations, wrote in a Facebook post after the ceremony that the speech made by Archbishop John Myers of the Archdiocese of Newark made her “angry and uncomfortable” on “what was supposed to be the happiest day” of her life.

Myers, who submitted his retirement notice to Pope Francis after turning 75 years old in July, stated in his commencement speech that “mistaken ideas of what love and marriage mean, many of which are supported by the state and society” were attacking family values.

“The family is the center of all human life, even though it seems very much under attack these days,” Myers said in his speech.

Via Flickr/ Benson Kua Archbishop Myers’ speech at the 2016 commencement made some students feel “unwelcomed.”

Hendren said that she believed Myers’ statements were about the LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer) community.

“I felt attacked, undervalued, and as though I did not fit with what Seton Hall stood for,” Hen-

dren wrote in an email. “I was astounded that he would take this time, in a room that I can assure you was filled with members of the LGBTQ community, to single us out and attack our livelihoods.”

Myers’ commencement speech

was just the latest in a series of incidents that has concerned members of Seton Hall’s LGBTQ community and raised questions about inclusivity on campus.

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BAC award rescinded from pro-choice alumnus Samantha Todd News Copy Editor

Darnell Moore , a journalist and community activist who graduated from Seton Hall in 1999, was scheduled to receive the Black Alumni Committee’s first Young Alumni of Excellence award at the Black Alumni Weekend on Aug. 13, but the award was rescinded due to his pro-choice stance on abortion.

Moore, who has not been on campus in years, said he had been excited to return to accept his award.

He added he was shocked when he found out he would not receive the award because he supported a woman’s right to choose to have an abortion.

From Aug. 12-14, the Black Alumni Committee hosted its

first Black Alumni Weekend in conjunction with Alumni Relations.

The event included workshops, an awards ceremony and Sunday Fellowship, according to Seton Hall’s Black Alumni Committee website.

The Black Alumni Committee was expected to award Moore with its first Young Alumni of Excellence Award. It was unable to do so because of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops Policy, Moore said.

Moore added that the Black Alumni Committee was unaware of the policy until Seton Hall informed them of it.

According to the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops website, “The Catholic community and Catholic institutions should not honor those who act in

defiance of our fundamental moral principles. They should not be given awards, honors or platforms which would suggest support for their actions.”

For this reason the Black Alumni Committee could no longer present Moore with the award.

“They (Black Alumni Committee) could’ve given out the award, but then it wouldn’t be affiliated with SHU,” Moore said.

Laurie Pine, director of Media Relations and University spokeswoman, issued a statement from the University in an email interview.

“Seton Hall respects the viewpoints of all of its community members, however, the University espouses Catholic values and teachings in its presentation of awards to individuals and organizations. As an independent group,

the Black Alumni Committee has the right to recognize individuals for their contributions.”

A Facebook post made on July 28 by the Seton Hall University Black Alumni Committee expressed its regret on being unable to present Moore with the award due to his “pro-choice advocacy and beliefs.”

“In spite of the fact that we graduated from a Catholic university, the Archdiocese’s policy does not reflect all persons and it does not negate the rights of individuals to have differing political views; nor should it impede one’s ability to be in environments or institutions that do not offer space for dissent, free speech and diversity of thought,” the post stated.

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NEWS

Sept. 8, 2016

Former SHU priest suspended by Archdiocese

Father Hall forced to relocate to St. John Vianney retirement home for priests Ashley Turner News Editor More than a year after his removal as Director of the Office of Campus Ministry at Seton Hall, Rev. Warren Hall was suspended, effective Aug. 31, from his priestly duties by the Archdiocese of Newark.

Hall, who was fired from Seton Hall in 2015 after posting a Facebook photo in support of NoH8, a pro-LGBTQ organization, was serving as a priest at St. Peter and Paul Church in Hoboken, N.J. In a statement sent to The Setonian via email, Hall wrote that he was notified of his suspension via phone call by Msgr. Thomas Nydegger. According to Hall, Nydegger said that Archbishop John Myers was suspending Hall due to his continued association with LGBTQ organizations.

Hall, who openly stated that he was gay after leaving the University, has shown support for organizations like PFLAG, the country’s largest family support group for the LGBTQ community; Gays Against Guns, a LGBT group against gun violence in the United States; and New Ways Ministries

LGBTQ:

Continued from Page 1 Myers recently suspended former Seton Hall Director of the Office of Campus Ministry, Rev. Warren Hall, from his priestly duties due to Hall’s continued support for LGBTQ organizations. After being fired from SHU in 2015, Hall came out as a member of the LGBTQ community.

Although the portion of Myers’ speech that stirred controversy only lasted a few seconds, Hendren said that she felt anti-gay sentiments on campus during her time as an undergraduate student.

Hendren said that being a member of the LGBTQ community at SHU was a “very lonely experience” and that after Google searching LGBTQ support groups on campus, she instead found blog posts that discussed a lack of a positive environment for LGBTQ students on campus.

Hendren shared that she did have positive experiences as an LGBTQ student as well. She said that she once had a professor support her after she was interviewed for a past article in The Setonian regarding Hall’s firing.

Zachariah Boyer, a senior political science major, said the LGBTQ climate on campus can be confus-

and DignityUSA, organizations that have advocated for LGBTQ Catholics.

Hall also openly supported Kate Drumgoole, who was fired in January from Paramus Catholic High School after administrators learned that she was in a same-sex marriage.

“After all,” Hall wrote in his statement in reference to Drumgoole, “I know what it’s like to be fired unjustly.”

Hall said that since his firing from Seton Hall and coming out as gay, he has an obligation to support LGBTQ people and let them “know of God’s love for them and to encourage those who are Catholic to stay in the church and work for wider acceptance.”

Hall said that his disagreement with Myers about helping the LGBTQ community is what cost him his priestly ministry.

Myers, who turned 75 years old in July, submitted his retirement papers to Pope Francis since he reached the mandatory retirement age for bishops.

Hall, 53, is to move to the St. John Vianney home for retired priests in Rutherford, N.J. since he can no longer preach.

When asked about Hall’s suspension, Jim Goodness, a spokesman for the Archdiocese of Newark, directed all questions to a statement provided to The Record newspaper.

Goodness told The Record that priests are required to uphold the teachings of the church.

Goodness declined to comment when asked about the pos-

ing.

“Since we (the LGBTQ community) have chosen to go to Seton Hall, we’re trying not to ruffle feathers,” Boyer said. “But at the same time if we have concern, it would be nice to talk about the needs of the LGBT community on campus in a way that is both respectful of the institution and respectful of the individuals who need to discuss these issues.”

Jim Goodness, a spokesperson for the Archdiocese of Newark, declined to comment on Myers’ speech.

“I would prefer not to comment on issues at the campus,” Goodness wrote in an email.

Dr. Tracy Gottlieb, vice president of Student Services, said that although she couldn’t speak for Myers, she said that the person who she believes to have set the tone on campus is Pope Francis, “who has made it clear that he is not judging anyone and that he welcomes everyone.”

Pope Francis is known as a more progressive pope, one who advocates for the church to be more accepting to divorced Catholics and the LGBTQ community.

“That’s how we approach all students at Seton Hall,” Gottlieb said.

“I don’t want to single out LGBTQ students at all. Everybody is welcome here.”

Last semester, Boyer surveyed students at SHU about the

LGBTQ climate on campus. The survey received 169 responses from current students and recent graduates who all anonymously submitted their answers.

The study conducted by Boyer was not a scientific survey; due to all of the results being anonymous, there is a possibility some of the students could have responded to the poll more than once using different accounts.

When asked if Seton Hall’s administration makes LGBTQ individuals feel supported, welcomed and safe on campus, four students strongly agreed, 12 students agreed, 60 students remained neutral, 56 students disagreed and 34 students strongly disagreed.

When asked if Seton Hall’s student body makes LGBTQ individuals feel supported, welcomed and safe on campus, 22 students strongly agreed, 47 students agreed, 71 students remained neutral, 21 students disagreed and 7 students strongly disagreed.

Of the students who participated in the survey, about 80 percent identified as female and about 18 percent identified as male. The remaining percentage defined themselves as gender-neutral, non-binary or other.

About 80 percent of the participating students identified as heterosexual while the remaining 20 percent identified as members of the LGBTQ community.

sibility of Hall’s suspension being lifted.

Hall said that he is looking forward to a change in the leadership in the Archdiocese.

“It is my hope that a new Archbishop will be appointed soon who will begin to implement the church reform that Pope Francis has started before more harm is done to our people,” Hall said.

In an exclusive email with The Setonian, Hall said that he worries that the Archbishop’s decision to suspend him will push more gay Catholics away from their church. He also said that, “this will push gay priests and seminarians further into ‘the closet’ because they figure my end will be theirs as well.”

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Via Facebook/ Warren Hall Rev. Warren Hall was the director of the Office of Ministries at SHU until his firing in 2015.

Dr. King Mott, associate professor of political science, said that queer students will face the same difficulties in all societies where being straight or “hetero-normativity is the default narrative.”

“One’s interior life and voice is the guide to happiness in this world,” Mott wrote in an email.

“Conscience is the singular most important aspect that all humans seek to develop. When people choose to ridicule someone for any reason, they dehumanize her and seek to manipulate and control her.

All of us, regardless of sexual orientation, will confront that reality.”

As previously reported in the Setonian, Mott was fired from his position as associate dean for the College of Arts and Sciences in 2005 after submitting an op-ed to the Star-Ledger of Newark regarding the church’s discrimination against gay men. He was forced to take a two-month leave of absence and was reassigned as an associate professor.

An on-campus source for students is the ALLIES club, which aims to educate SHU students on the LGBTQ lifestyle while offering a safe space to those in the LGBTQ community.

According to Charlotte Slocum, a sophomore broadcasting and creative writing major and Treasurer for ALLIES, the group does not receive funds from the University and is looking for alternate ways to

fund meetings and events.

“Not too many people seem to know of our group; I get a lot of surprised (and excited!) students, even upperclassmen, who didn’t know that the campus would even have a group like us,” Slocum wrote in an email.

Boyer said that he would like for the conversation about LGBTQ issues to begin on campus, but he understands that it can be a difficult subject to address.

Gottlieb said that if any students on campus feel unwelcome, she recommends they see her and explain why they feel that way.

“We’ll see if we can work on it,” Gottlieb said.

As for Hendren, she said that even though she has faced some adversity on campus as an LGBTQ student, she is a proud graduate of Seton Hall and will always say great things about the School of Diplomacy and International Relations.

“It gave me a great education and allowed me to pursue things that I had never dreamed of,” Hendren said. “The staff encouraged me and supported my academic aspirations. However, I cannot and will not support an institution that chooses to overlook, cast out, and ignore a significant portion of their students, especially on their graduation day.”

Ashley Turner can be reached at ashley.turner1@student.shu.edu.

Sept. 8, 2016

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As freshmen GPAs rise, SHU’s acceptance rate drops Brianna Bernath Assistant News Editor

The Class of 2020 has surpassed last year’s record high average SAT score and high school GPA, setting SHU’s new record for the most academically impressive freshman class to date.

According to Alyssa McCloud, vice president of Enrollment Management, this fall’s incoming class boasts an 1152 SAT score average and a 3.55 average GPA. This is in comparison to last year’s SAT score average of 1144 and average GPA of 3.5.

“It is a strategic goal that we increase our selectivity and the quality of our incoming students to create a more rigorous academic experience for our students,” McCloud said.

McCloud added that Seton Hall is also boasting an acceptance rate that is 9 percent lower than last year’s, as well as a class made up of 50 percent male and 50 percent female students.

“Last year we admitted about 75 percent of our applicants; this year we only admitted about 67 percent,” McCloud said. “This is also part of our strategic goal to become more competitive and selective and this metric has also

SHU’s acceptance rate declined 9 percent from a 75 percent acceptance rate to 67 percent. been improving. In 2009 it was 83 percent.”

Shirantha Stanislaus, a peer advisor and junior psychology major, said in an email interview that he noticed an academic change in the freshman class since he’s been a PA over the course of two years.

“During orientation, they always say that the current incoming class has the highest test scores and GPA that they’ve ever admitted, and that Seton Hall is start-

ing to get more and more selective each year,” Stanislaus said. “It’s all true, they aren’t just saying that.”

Stanislaus added that he noticed the class sizes for majors such as physics and biology growing every year while not sacrificing the quality of the student.

“Just by simply speaking to (students) you can tell that each year they are becoming more and more intelligent and academically prepared,” Stanislaus said.

Katherine Boland/Staff Photographer

There are currently about 1246 students in SHU’s newest class of students, 34 percent of which are from out of state.

McCloud said the amount of students admitted was intentionally lower than last year.

“Last year we overenrolled and had too many students (1408) and this caused a strain on housing, and we didn’t want to do that again,” McCloud said. “Our enrollment number this year was

Welcome Center welcoming traffic jams Siobhan McGirl Staff Writer Construction of the new Welcome Center has eliminated - at least for this academic year - a large number of parking spots by the Farinella Gate and the lot under Cabrini Hall.

According to Parking Services, about 150 parking spaces were lost due to the construction.

John Signorello, associate vice president of Facilities and Operations, said the project started over the summer with utility relocations, while footing and foundations will start this fall.

The construction is part of the Campus Master Plan, which includes other building projects such as a renovated University Center starting in 2017.

Signorello said the construction of the Welcome Center will take place Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.

He added that he does not anticipate the construction, happening next to Cabrini Hall, to be a distraction for students living there.

The project is expected to be completed in January 2018, and will include a parking deck un-

derneath the building. As of now, students are scrambling to find parking and make it to class on time.

Kasey Murphy, a senior biology major and four year commuter, was late to her physics class because of parking delays.

“If they do not figure out a new system during these first few weeks I foresee it becoming a regular problem,” Murphy said.

“It was embarrassing to walk into a room of 200 kids late with all eyes on you.”

Kevin Phalon, a senior broadcasting major, parked in the front lots on campus for the past three years because of the convenient location to Fahy Hall. It now takes him up to 20 minutes to find parking.

“I don’t understand why they needed to close the lot under Cabrini when they aren’t building in that area,” Phalon said.

Management adjunct professor Thomas Tarbutton recommend that security guards provide traffic control directing incoming students and faculty to available parking.

“Just like at public event parking you want to fill up the available spaces quickly without

Joey Khan/Photography Editor The Welcome Center is expected to be completed in Jan. 2018 having to wonder around the campus looking for a spot,” Tarbutton said.

In response to the frustration, Signorello said, “I think we need to give it some time as this is the beginning of the school year and everyone is working into a new schedule.”

Signorello reminds students, “Improvements are what make this campus great. Look at the improvements with the new Stafford Hall, the parking deck addition, the addition to Aquinas Hall, and the Recreation Center.

All were positive improvements to campus and for the campus

population.”

But the parking jam remains a problem for students like Evelyn Peregrin, a senior journalism major, who is entering her fourth year as a commuter at Seton Hall.

Peregrin said this year already seems like the most frustrating one yet. The reason, she said, is not her classes, but the lack of parking spots for students.

“There definitely needs to be a solution,” Peregrin said, “and the fact that the University hasn’t offered any yet is extremely frustrating.”

Siobhan McGirl can be reached at siobhan.mcgirl@student.shu.edu.

right on target with our intentions.”

McCloud added that the average SAT score for incoming freshmen has seen a 102-point increase since 2009.

McCloud said that as a result of these higher scores, students can look forward to “more intellectual discourse in the classroom” and “a higher level of challenge.”

Brianna Bernath can be reached at brianna.bernath@student.shu.edu.

Award: Continued from Page 1 Moore said that, “The Black Alumni Association is struggling to be seen as a subgroup of the University, they need support.”

Moore added that taking away the award was counterintuitive because, “It was a possibility for the Black Alumni Association to say their stances and celebrate one of their own.”

In a letter titled, “An Open Letter to Seton Hall University From A Black Alumnus: Keep Your Award,” Moore addressed his experiences at SHU as a black student.

Moore was awarded the Outstanding Academic Leadership Award in 2010 and the Clement Price Human Dignity Award in 2016 along with Dr. Beryl Satter.

Both honors came from Rutgers University. As for the award being rescinded by SHU’s Black Alumni Association, Moore wrote that he prefers to stand by his beliefs.

“I would rather maintain my convictions than receive an honor from any repressive institution whose ideologies counter people’s rights to make reproductive and sexual choices best for them.”

Samantha Todd can be reached at samantha.todd@student.shu.edu

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Sept. 8, 2016

University donations surpass $20 million

Crime Log Aug. 27 CDS: A resident in Aquinas Hall was found to be in possession of marijuana.

Aug. 29 Theft: A SHU student reported the theft of a wallet in Walsh Library.

Sept. 6 Theft: A parking permit was stolen from a vehicle parked in the parking lot under Xavier Hall.

Upcoming Events What: SAB Bus Trip: Day at Point Pleasant Beach When: Saturday, Sept. 10, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Where: Point Pleasant Beach The Details: The Student Activities Board (SAB) will be providing a free round-trip bus ride to the Jersey Shore for students looking to enjoy one last beach weekend before the end of the summer.

Cost: Free, but SAB recommends that students bring money for activities.

For more information, see SAB’s Facebook page.

What: Live Vibes on the Patio When: Thursday, Sept. 15, 8 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Where: Patio outside the Main Lounge The Details: Performers from the SHU community will take the stage after dark. Students are invited to enjoy a night of free food and entertainment.

Cost: Free For more information, see SAB’s Facebook page.

Alexandra Gale Staff Writer University Advancement at Seton Hall has raised $21.6 million, pushing it past its 2016 goal of $20 million.

The support comes from Seton Hall alumni, corporations, private foundations, parents and friends, according to David Bohan, vice president for University Advancement. Gifts range from $25 to $5 million.

“The gifts support many initiatives on campus, including student support, school/college academic support, faculty chairs (professorships), and campus infrastructure projects,” Bohan said in an email interview.

More than 50 percent of gifts last year went toward supporting undergraduate students.

Angelo Piro, a senior international relations and economics major, started a petition last year entitled ‘Seton Hall: Invest in Students not Sports,’ in an attempt to have the University put the money toward something other than athletics. As reported in The Setonian last April, Piro said that more attention was consistently being diverted to the athletic programs than to the

larger student body.

“We want to make our donors feel good about their gifts and the impact their gifts will have on campus,” Bohan said when asked about the petition.

“We work with potential donors to bring their attention to key university priorities as outlined in the university’s strategic plan. Their giving decisions are almost always very personal, reflecting key interests and areas of need that strike a particular chord with them,” Bohan said when asked if anything came out of last year’s petition.

Bohan said that University Advancement was fortunate that the most significant gifts aligned with identified university needs such as student support (including athletics), academic and faculty support, and campus construction projects.

Courtney Burd, a junior psychology major, said the money should be contributed to scholarships and advancing the dorms.

“This school is very expensive, and while Seton Hall does provide a lot of scholarship opportunities, they can do more to help students with this donation,” Burd said.

“The dorms are kind of run down in certain aspects, espe-

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Joey Khan/Photography Editor A portion of last year’s record-breaking donation went to the renovation of the Richard Regan Recreation & Athletic Center. cially the South side of Boland Hall,” Burd added. “The donation should be used to better the campus, starting with the residence halls.”

The communal side of Boland has “small rooms, outdated floors, and all of the furniture is stuck to the walls. In all of the dorms some of the staircases could be redone and the rooms repainted. The lounges in every building (except Aquinas) aren’t super exciting,”

Burd said.

Sean Ty, a sophomore business accounting major and psychology minor agreed with Burd about renovating old buildings.

“A bigger bookstore where it looks more appealing, also more common areas in the library to help with the accommodation of more freshman would be beneficial,” Ty said.

Alexandra Gale can be reached at alexandra.gale@student.shu.edu.

Register to vote now!

Employers from a wide range of Industries will be here looking for interns and graduating students from all majors! .

Are YOU prepared?

Resume Critique Walk Ins · 209 Bayley Hall Tuesday, September 13, 1 - 4 PM Wednesday, September 14, 9 AM - 12 PM (Check your emails from The Career Center for a list of registered employers.)

Dress professionally and bring plenty of resumes!

Co-Sponsored by: Accounting Club, AKPsi, ALPFA, Alpha Phi Omega, Biology Society, Black Men of Standards, Colleges Against Cancer, English Club, Finance Club, Hall Street Fund, Marketing Club, NJSEA, ROTC If you require accommodations to attend this event, contact The Career Center: 973-761-9355, careers@shu.edu.

The deadline to register to vote is Oct. 18, 2016.

SHU has partnered with Turbo Vote, a non-profit and non-partisan organization that will help you to register to vote, set-up voting reminders for your home district, and request an absentee ballot if needed.

To access Turbo Vote, click the Turbo Vote tab in Okta or visit www.shu.turbovote.com.

Resident students may choose to register using their Seton Hall address and vote locally. The polling place is Walsh Library.

Printed N.J. voter registration forms can be found at the Dean of Students Office (rm. 237, University Center).

Sept. 8, 2016

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Senior faculty associate returns to N.J. Parole Board Dr. John Paitakes retires from SHU after 20 years as faculty associate

Leah Carton Managing Editor Dr. John Paitakes, former senior Criminal Justice faculty associate, is returning to serving on the New Jersey State Parole Board after 20 years at Seton Hall.

Paitakes was appointed to the Board by New Jersey Governor Chris Christie and confirmed by the Senate Judiciary committee on June 23. He officially retired from SHU on July 31. Paitakes previously served on the Board from 1999–2006.

According to Paitakes, there are 16 Parole Board members in the state. He described his role as being similar to that of a judge. Board members serve on two-member panels in the evaluation of incarcerated individuals.

“The two member panel discusses the case and a decision is given to the inmate that day indicating whether they will be released or serve additional time,” Paitakes said in an email interview. “The major role of the Board members is to evaluate whether they (inmates) present a risk to

society or not.”

The decision to leave Seton Hall wasn’t easy for Paitakes. “I knew that this type of opportunity to serve the State of New Jersey in a most critical and important role does not present itself that often, or perhaps never in most people’s careers,” Paitakes said.

Paitakes had prior work experience as a Probation Officer for Somerset County, N.J. It was from this experience that he was educated in the areas of Criminal and Juvenile Courts, sentencing procedures, and counseling offenders, he said.

After 29 years Paitakes said he retired as Assistant Chief Probation Officer for Somerset County, and then accepted his teaching position at the University.

Paitakes said the decision was difficult due to his role assisting students over the two decades at Seton Hall, regarding internships and career paths.

Alumni Rebecca Starner (’16), a criminal justice major, said she formed a bond with Paitakes in which he was encouraging and served as a mentor.

Paitakes helped to secure two internships for Starner at Somerset County Jail and Somerset County Probation.

Starner said Paitakes was there to give recommendations, send along resumes, and serve as a reference.

“He went that extra mile when he didn’t have to do that for me,” Starner said.

Paitakes said that his teaching experience allowed him to gain insight into students’ goals.

“Many incoming students are unsure of their future career choices and need mentoring and counseling from faculty,” Paitakes said. “Forming mature professional and educational relations with students was rewarding to see the maturation from their freshman year through their senior year.”

Jason Nielsen, a junior criminal justice major, came to Seton Hall while already working as a police officer at the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey.

“I always looked forward to coming to his classes. He has many life experience stories that always pertained to our class and

Photo courtesy of John Paitakes After 20 years, Dr. John Paitakes retired from SHU to return to the New Jersey State Parole Board. made it interesting,” Nielsen said.

“He guided me on the correct path, and I want to achieve all that he has. I can tell that he really

loved what he does and it is sad to see him leave Seton Hall.”

Leah Carton can be reached at leah.carton@student.shu.edu.

SHU Greek Life grows with new guidance Megan O’Malley Staff Writer With the appointment of Michael Davis as the assistant director of leadership development (Greek Liaison), and the addition of a new sorority this semester, Zeta Tau Alpha (ZTA), Greek life is growing at Seton Hall.

Davis is primarily in charge of overseeing Greek Life on campus, while also working with the Leadership Development and Student Life departments.

“I couldn’t have been more excited to find out that I got offered the position. I’ve always loved working with college students and members of Greek-lettered organizations,” Davis said.

Maggie Bach, assistant dean of Students for Leadership Development, was one of the staff members who selected Davis for the position.

Bach said four students and four administrators were part of the core committee. Additional students and administrators had the chance to meet Davis and provide feedback, Bach added.

“We looked for someone who had professional experience working with Greek organizations and who believes in the value of a positive Greek Life experience,” Bach

Katherine Boland/Staff Photographer Zeta Tau Alpha (ZTA) consultants show off pink ribbons to spread breast cancer awareness during their “Think Pink, Think Zeta” event on Sept. 6. said in an email interview.

Student input was an important aspect of the selection of the new Greek Liaison. Members of all three councils—the International Fraternity Council (IFC), the Multinational Greek Council (MGC), and the Panhellenic Council (CPC)—had a say in who was offered the new position.

Greek student leaders reviewed resumes, assisted with phone interviews, and met with applicants on campus.

Mikaela Milano, a junior finance major who is both the Philanthropy Chairman and the Marketing Chairman of Alpha Omicron Pi (AOII), helped conduct phone and in-person inter-

views for the new Greek Liaison.

“I’m very excited to work with Michael,” Milano said. “He seems very excited to work with us and has a good idea of how to run each council. He’s very hands on and makes himself very available for us Greek students.”

Davis was part of Greek Life during his undergraduate career

before graduating from the University of Central Florida in 2013.

Belonging to Sigma Pi, he worked for his fraternity’s international executive office before he transitioned to this new position. Davis said that a student’s involvement in Greek Life is not just for four years—it’s for life.

Bach said, “Davis is passionate about advancing the fraternal movement and is committed to serving the Greek community.”

Davis reflected upon Greek Life at Seton Hall. “The fraternity and sorority community has grown tremendously in the past couple of years; almost 25 percent of the student body is involved with a Greek-lettered organization,” Davis said.

When asked about his goals for this new position, Davis discussed how he wants the entire Greek community on campus to come together. He said that leadership curriculum paired with a diverse dialogue will help all of the organizations to come together, focusing on SHU Greek Life as a whole as it continues to grow.

“It’s easy to forget that we are all here for one purpose—to develop men and women into the best version of themselves,” Davis said.

Megan O’Malley can be reached at megan.omalley@student.shu.edu.

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Uber goes Gold for Pirates Isabel Soisson Asst. Digital Editor Pirate’s Gold has been used to pay for food and laundry at SHU. And now, it can even pay for Uber rides.

Ibiyemi Adesanya, the Campus ID Manager, said in an email interview that students need to download the Uber app on their phone, and either log into their account or sign up for one to set up Gold on their Uber account.

Students have to click on the menu icon and then click “payment” in the mobile app. Following that step, students select “pay with campus card” on the next screen. A list of schools will then appear and the student will need to select “Seton Hall University.”

Lastly, students can enter their PirateNet credentials and the card will be accepted as a payment method.

Bryan Dwyer, director of Student Services Information Sys-

tems, said in an email interview that the idea to start paying for Uber with Pirate’s Gold was a relatively quick process that took about a month to put together. Dwyer said the move would help foster a safe environment for SHU students.

“The Division of Student Services works hard to provide an excellent experience for our students, on campus, in the residence halls, and in the surrounding community,” Dwyer said. “We also like to take advantage of new technologies to enhance student life. Making Uber more accessible to our students was a logical step.”

Cherice Carrillo, a senior diplomacy and international relations major, said that there is not much of a difference between using a credit card or Pirate’s Gold because it is all the same money. Freshmen still use their parent’s money while upperclassmen use their own money, Carrillo said.

Thus, Carrillo said that while

adding money to her Pirate’s Gold account is “annoying”, Uber is good for freshmen because it “gives them an opportunity to get off campus.” She added that she will continue to use her credit card as a form of payment for Uber.

Haley Rudnicki, a freshman physician assistant major who used Uber in the past, said that Uber now accepting Pirate’s Gold will make her inclined to use the app more often. She added, “when the SHUFLY doesn’t come, I’ll just call an Uber instead.”

Angela Morales, a freshman physics engineering major, said that she has not used Uber before, but that Uber accepting Pirate’s Gold might make her try it.

Morales added that using Uber will save her money since her parents put funds into her Pirate’s Gold account, which speaks to the benefits of the financial side of the partnership.

Isabel Soisson can be reached at isabel.soisson@student.shu.edu.

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Rowan University:

Where: Glassboro, N.J. Date: Sept. 1 The update: The University is urging students not to drink water from on campus sources due to elevated lead levels found in several buildings in July. While research on the cause of the problem takes place, the University is handing out bottled water in dorms. The University has said that it is still safe to use the water for showering and washing clothes.

From: washingtonpost.com

Georgetown U.:

Where: Washington, D.C. Date: Sept. 1 The update: University officials announced that they will be awarding preferential status in the admissions process to descendants of the 272 slaves the University sold in 1838 to maintain the livelihood of the University. This atonement for the University’s ties to slavery also includes a formal apology and the creation of an institute for the study of slavery.

From: nytimes.com

George Washington U.: Ursinus College: Where: Washington, D.C. Date: Sept. 1 The update: The University has hired former Islamist extremist and al-Qaeda recruiter Jesse Morton as a research fellow. Morton was sentenced to 11 1/2 years in prison in 2012 for various charges and was released to help the FBI. Morton believes he is capable of providing an “insider’s perspective on Islamist radicalization”.

From: washingtonpost.com

Where: Collegeville, Pa. Date: Sept. 4 The update: Ursinus board member David Bloom resigned after past deleted tweets from Chairman of the College’s board of trustees Michael C. Marcon were reposted by a student. Students and staff are calling the tweets, dealing with topics such as Caitlin Jenner, yoga pants, and Barack Obama, offensive.

From: philadelphia.cbslocal.com

Sept. 8, 2016

Throwback Thursday

What was The Setonian reporting years ago?

“Clubs prepare to collect donations”:

Author Bridget Murphy Date: Sept. 8, 2005 The story: Leaders of Amnesty International, SALAAM, SHUNA, Ecology Club, College Democrats, American Humanities, and the Red Cross club met up to plan campus-wide fundraisers to raise money for relief efforts following Hurricane Katrina. The groups hoped to work with DOVE and Housing and Residence Life for their fundraising projects.

“Guilty verdict brings change, discussion”

Author: Bykatie Clements Date: Sept. 8, 2005 The story: In the summer of 2005, Kozlowski Hall was renamed Jubilee Hall after orginal namesake Dennis Kozlowski, Seton Hall Class of 1968, was found guilty of grand larceny. He was charged with stealing up to $150 million during his time as CEO of Tyco International and for selling inflated shares of the Tyco International stock. He faces up to 30 years in prison for his actions. Kozlowski had donated $3 million to the University to fund the completion of what is now Jubilee Hall in 1997. His name was also removed from the Walsh Library’s Rotunda.

Cali State U., L.A.:

Lafayette College:

Howard University:

Kent State U.:

Where: Los Angeles, Calif.

Date: Sept. 6 The update: University officials will grant the Black Student Union’s requests for segregated housing for black students in order to combat racially insensitive remarks, or “microaggressions.” The Black Student Union has also requested a new anti-discrimination policy and a $30 million scholarship endowment allotted to assist black students.

From: washingtontimes.com Where: Washington, D.C. Date: Sept. 1 The update: Michelle Obama, Nick Cannon, and Seth Meyers participated in a back-to-school question-and-answer event for the University’s new freshman class. The First Lady gave students advice on choosing a major and looking for internships. She, along with Cannon and Meyers, took questions from almost 250 students.

From: cnn.com

Where: Easton, Pa. Date: Sept. 5 The update: Professor Juan Rojo has ended his week-long hunger strike that he began in reaction to the denial of his application for tenure. The Spanish language and literature professor was recommended for tenure in December but was denied by college president Alison Byerly. Rojo’s initial reaction to the rejection was to consume only water and sports drinks.

From: foxnews.com Where: Kent, Ohio Date: Sept. 6 The update: The school reports that it has opened the first entirely gluten-free dining hall in the U.S. in reaction to a rising number of students with an intolerance to gluten. Prentice Café, the gluten-free dining hall, is certified gluten-free by the Gluten-Free Food Services Certification Program.

From: wreg.com

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SHU Alum: Where are they now?

From the darkroom to the limelight

Justine Strzepek Campus Life Editor From releasing his latest EP titled Stratospheric in February to performing on season 9 of NBC’s The Voice, Seton Hall alum Manny Cabo (‘94) has achieved some of his goals since his days at SHU. Growing up in Elizabeth, N.J., Cabo attended Seton Hall University in pursuit of a law degree, but switched his major to visual communications when his passion for photography was rekindled.

“I’ve always been a visual guy” he said.

As the photography editor for The Setonian, and founder of the Seton Hall Film Association, Cabo constantly found himself spending up to 12 hours a day in SHU’s darkroom, which he says was a very depressing place when he first arrived.

“When I got there the darkroom was just complete shambles.

It was a closet of chemicals,” Cabo said.

With a little revamping though, the darkroom became a place where his creativity could shine through.

His photography eventually awarded him his own art gallery in the Seton Hall student center to show off his work.

“It was a really big deal at the time,” Cabo said. “I just love the fact that I can capture a moment in time that I’ll never get back but I can always revisit that moment.”

He learned that art was a process and pursued a more musically artistic path upon graduating.

Cabo had an interest in music at a young age when he directed his school play in the fifth grade, going on to take up percussion throughout his school years, and ultimately singing later on in his life.

Like many musicians though, Cabo said he faced creative hardships and ended up taking quite a few years off from singing.

He eventually found his way back to music though, saying “you can’t walk away from who you are.”

Auditioning for, and appearing on season 9 of The Voice, Cabo said it took a lot of coaxing from his best friend to get him to even

Photos courtesy of Manny Cabo Manny Cabo works on the promotion for his EP, “Stratospheric” by singing on radio shows, taking press photos and performing. go to the initial audition.

During those years he took off he realized he never really had the chance to enjoy the artistic process.

“The only reason I went [to the initial The Voice audition] was just to say I’m doing it for me. Up until that time I was taking the long way. I never really took the time out to enjoy the process,” Cabo said.

After a grueling audition process, Cabo made it to the blind auditions and got the attention of

all four judges.

He ultimately chose Team Adam, but was eliminated in the battle rounds.

“It was an amazing ride and being on Team Adam was pretty exhilarating,” Cabo said.

He still keeps in contact with other contestants from not just his season of The Voice but with those from other seasons as well.

He believes it’s important to keep those connections and to always be networking.

“You never know when you’re

going to need them or they’re going to need you,” he added. “I’m just very big on helping other artists.”

Recently, Cabo has been busy performing both locally and across the country.

He released his first EP “Stratospheric,” in February. He hopes to receive the needed funds from performances to make another EP or even an album very soon.

“Hopefully, 10 years from now I can be known as someone

who not only is known for my artistic talents but also my humanitarian talents, and inspiring the world. I enjoy working with kids and enlightening their career paths,” he said.

Justine Strzepek can be reached at justine.strzepek@student.shu.edu

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Looking ahead, preparing for the work force Rebecca White Campus Life Editor The Fall 2016 Career Fair, hosted by the Career Center, will take place on Thursday, Sept. 15 from 4 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. in the Richard & Sheila Regan Fieldhouse.

Gina Aloe, assistant director of the Career Center, said it’s important to get an early start during the first few weeks on campus in order to make connections and begin networking.

“This is an opportunity to learn about the types of internships and positions available to you,” Aloe said in an email interview.

“Students should be regularly updating their resumes to ensure they are ready to apply or reach

out about opportunities that may arise,” she added.

Brittannia Gordon, a junior public relations major, attended the spring career fair for the College of Communication and the Arts where she obtained an internship with “Edible Jersey,” a local food magazine.

Gordon prepared for the fair by working with the Career Center on her resume and by participating in CHAMP (Communication Honors Alumni Mentorship Program) during the spring.

“My mentor (public relations adjunct professor Joan Bosisio) from that program helped me a lot with my resume and pitch,” Gordon said.

During her internship, Gordon had many learning opportunities since it was a small compa-

ny.

“It was a great place for me to get my feet wet and gain more experience,” she added.

Mario Spiniello, a junior marketing major, also obtained an internship from attending the spring career fair.

Spiniello had his heart set on working at Ipsos, a large marketing company, after working on his resume and reviewing the companies that would be attending.

In the week following the fair, Ipsos emailed Spiniello concerning a phone interview and, Spiniello was offered a position in the healthcare division as an assistant to the project manager.

“This entailed making reports and corresponding with several teams on a healthcare study on a daily basis,” Spiniello said. “I was

MLKSA encourages students to “Stay Woke”

able to experience working in an office, commuting to work, and interacting with my co-workers for five days a week for three months. It was an incredible experience.”

“A large part of finding a job after graduation is due to networking,” Aloe said.

“Every time you attend a live event, you add to your professional network. Being proactive also includes active involvement on campus, staying on top of your academic course load, and finding positions to help build your resume,” she added.

Aloe’s biggest tip for success is to take time to research the list of employers participating in the event, which is currently on Navigator, the Career Center’s online tool to find internships and jobs,

and make a list of the professionals to speak with.

“Bring copies of your resume and dress professionally,” she added. “It is also important to have a firm handshake and greet the employer with a smile. Be confident and deliver your pitch.”

In an elevator pitch, Aloe said to mention what major you are, what year you are, your on-campus involvement, work experience, leadership experience, volunteer experience, previous accomplishments, and what you can bring to an organization.

According to Aloe, the Career Center will host 15 minute resume critiques offered on a first come, first served basis prior to the fair in Bayley Hall room 209.

Rebecca White can be reached at rebecca.white@student.shu.edu.

SOPAC seeks visual artists

Nisha Desai Staff Writer “Stay Woke” has become the forefront of the Martin Luther King Student Association (MLKSA) initiative to discuss and confront hate in communities.

A social conscious program, the Open Forum, which doesn’t have a set date, will include programs and events which run for a week on campus. MLKSA is working to extend this into a month long campaign that focuses on the message of promoting social action within the community through its theme of “Stay Woke.”

The committee is planning to bring a well-known speaker to the main event and follow with a discussion where students will be allowed to participate.

Shaaliyah T. Lyons, co-chair of the open forum and a sports management major with a minor in Africana Studies and a certification in entrepreneurial studies, said the specific details as to when the events will be held is yet to be determined. Lyons added that the overall program is meant to inspire students to commit to change in their communities and come to a place of understanding and growth when discussing and handling violence and injustice.

“I’m sure anyone can go on Facebook and see that something needs to happen,” Lyons said.

“Some people are filled with hate, some with anger, and others with ignorance. Now is the time to figure out how we can get these people all on the same page and work

Photos courtesy of Shaaliyah Lyons The MLKSA club promotes its “Stay Woke” campaign. towards a better understanding of each other.”

Lyons explained that in order to promote this program, MLKSA is raising money for a guest to speak on campus through multiple fundraising initiatives.

The organization has set up a website that sells T-shirts and pins which have, “I Stay Woke,” printed on them to project the clubs message and raise money.

“There are countless ways that the program could impact the SHU community,” Lyons added.

“If everyone, from all different backgrounds can come to our program and have open dialogue and uncomfortable conversations,

we can really foster a magical sort of change that can be modeled all over.”

Organizations such as Africana Student Association, Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority, Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity, Black Men of Standard, Black Student Union, Phi Beta Sigma fraternity, West Indian Student Association, and Zeta Phi Beta Sorority are collaborating with MLKSA for the program.

They are also communicating with the Multicultural Advisory Committee and additional organizations for this program.

Nisha Desai can be reached at nisha.desai@student.shu.edu

Gregory Medina/Assistant Photography Editor The South Orange Performing Arts Center decorates pianos as a part of Playin’ Around South.

Sept. 8 2016

CAMPUS LIFE

POLITICO comes to South Orange Perle Desir Staff Writer At a time when the country is in the midst of a presidential election, the South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC) unveils its latest visual exhibition: “Politico: Art & the Humanities.”

The exhibition, organized by SOPAC’s curator Micha Hamilton and his creative team, will be viewable starting Sept. 8 at the Herb & Milly Iris Gallery.

In a roundabout way, “Politico” and its perceptive intersection of arts and politics fosters a sharper discourse of the current state of national affairs, while simultaneously alleviating threats that surround these dialogues in audiences with opposing ideals and conflicting views.

According to Hamilton, the focus of the exhibit is to show that “there are still ways within the ‘establishment’ to be provocative while peacefully and thoughtfully empowering the voice(s) of the community to dialogue openly about politics and its effects.”

Although the exhibition will explore subversive and eclectic principles of arts and politics, Hamilton affirms that it will be a safe haven for discussion and expression.

Such affirmations are what attracts art lovers SGA president Teagan Sebba and co-founder of Fashion Club Cailee Valent, who will be attending the opening reception on Sept. 11.

On Sept. 8, “Death of the GOP” by Cheryl Gross, a mixed media work reminiscent of the art of the accomplished Ralph Steadman, and “Bernie Sanders

for President – The Star-Spangled man with a plan” by twin brothers Alejandro & Miguel Vega, are a must-see.

“Politico” highlights the impact of a campaign that disproportionately influences American society.

More provocative than controversial, it is the exact kind of immersive and holistic art experience that SHU students should cater to, and the overall need of the South Orange community.

“Politico” showcases the collaborative work of four arts organizations (SOPAC-South Orange, Arts Unbound-Orange, The Baird Center’s Pierro Gallery-South Orange, and Valley Arts Firehouse Gallery-Orange).

Displayed art includes Gross, the Vega’s, Luis Alves, Aileen Bassis, Eric Beckerich, Kevin Bradley (Church Of Type), Kathy Cantwell, Russell Christian, Christopher Cox (Change The Thought), Lawrence Ciarallo, Jenny & Dean (A Frightening Prospect), Ron Freeman, John Friedland, Betty McGeehan, Anne Oshman, Jay Santiago, Steve Singer, Felix Sockwell, Onnie Strother, and Florence Weisz.

According to the SOPAC website, Politico, Art & Humanities has free admission and a free reception on Sept. 11 from 6-7 p.m.

There is also a Politico Party on Oct. 7 from 7-9 p.m.

The exhibition will be on display at the South Orange Performing Arts Center until Dec. 8.

Perle Desir can be reached at perle.desir@student.shu.edu.

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HALLmarks: Student interns at ‘The New York Times’ Macarena Solis Staff Writer Senior Francesca Regalado, a diplomacy major with multiple internships and leadership experience under her belt, has recently added intern at The New York Times to her list of accomplishments.

Her hard work and dedication to journalism landed her the position of staff editor at the copy desk that handles the international and national news of The New York Times, a rewarding opportunity for a diplomacy major who is passionate about foreign affairs.

Regalado grew up in the Philippines and began practicing journalism while writing for Philippine Science High School’s English Newspaper, and later becoming its editor-in-chief.

In addition to following a major in diplomacy at Seton Hall, Regalado is pursuing a minor in economics and Asian studies while studying Russian and Chinese.

It was not until she began working for the Diplomatic Envoy, Seton Hall’s diplomacy paper, of which she is currently the managing editor, that she realized journalism was a career worth pursuing.

Regalado also sings in the university choir and has been involved in student government at Seton Hall.

How does she balance it all? She calls herself, “an obsessive scheduler.”

Along with her most recent internship at The New York Times, she also interned at the Philippines Consulate General in New York, as well as the Council of Foreign Relations, also in New York.

It was her internship at the

Photo courtesy of Francesca Regalado Francesca Regalado in the newsroom of “The New York Times” Council of Foreign Relations that led the path to The New York Times. After her pursuit of journalism along with her potential becoming evident, she was invited to speak with The New York Times and began the application process last October.

Applicants were required to take a test to be considered and Regalado spent a lot of time studying for it. She is the only student at Seton Hall to have ever completed this test.

Among her many responsibilities at The New York Times were assisting in editing articles, calling reporters and making sure that details checked out. Regalado worked Monday through Wednesday, and didn’t stop on the weekends. She was up early on Saturday mornings to help with the Sunday paper.

The internship required dedication and attention to deadlines.

Among instances that proved the diligence required for the job was during the days of the Democratic and Republican conventions in July.

“We had to stay later than we were supposed to because reports just kept coming in from Cleve-

land and Philadelphia,” Regalado said.

One of the most rewarding aspects of her internship was the guidance she received and the respected individuals she was able to meet.

“I was really surprised by how willing all the big name editors are to interact with interns and give us advice and let us ask them questions,” Regalado said.

Through her internship, she was able to meet one of her biggest heroes, Joseph Khan, who won the Pulitzer Prize for his foreign reporting at The New York Times.

Regalado is determined to become a foreign correspondent.

She admits it will not be an overnight matter and is open to working for smaller newspapers as she starts her career.

“I think there are a lot of stories all over the world that need to be told…when you’re a reporter, you have such a far reach,” she said.

Regalado loved seeing her hard work pay off at The New York Times, “seeing something you worked on go into the newspaper every day is exciting.”

Macarena Solis can be reached at macarena.solis@student.shu.edu.

True Blue becomes a popular club for current students Margarita Williamson Staff Writer In 2013 the True Blue program was launched for alumni, students, faculty, staff, parents and friends affiliated with Seton Hall.

Daniel Nugent, assistant vice president of Advancement Services, said he came here as a student in 1998 and hasn’t left yet.

“I’m proud to be a Pirate and True Blue is a way for me to show that pride and to be an advocate for Seton Hall,” he said. “True Blue members are recognized for their dedication to Seton Hall. It’s a way for the University to thank its most loyal supporters.”

Nugent said there were more than 1,600 True Blue members at the end of June 2016. He added that the fastest growing group of True Blue members is current students. The True Blue program participates in more than 200 annual events that are hosted by university advancement series.

“The True Blue committee works with partners to host events that honor current members and educate potential members,” Nugent said. “A great example of this is the True Blue Senior BBQ which is held each spring for graduating students in partnership with the Senior Class Council.”

According to the Seton Hall

website, in order to be recognized as True Blue there are four member requirements that have to be met every year.

Members must keep their contact information up to date with the University, attend a True Blue approved event or volunteer for Seton Hall, make a gift in any amount to any fund at the university and show Pirate pride.

Pirate pride can be expressed in different ways, from wearing university apparel to sharing information with others about the great things the Seton Hall community is accomplishing.

Margarita Williamson can be reached at margarita.williamson@ student.shu.edu.

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Organization in College

CAMPUS LIFE

Sept. 8, 2016

Students search for the best deals on school supplies Safa Allen Staff Writer With the fall semester well under way, students have gathered all their materials for classes, purchased their books and finished organizing their schedules for the semester.

While wandering around the green, the topic of conversation was where students got their supplies.

While many students were able to brag about how little they paid for their items, there were still some who were confused about how much they had to spend to get something as simple as a binder.

Kerry Green, a sophomore political science major, has been shopping steadily for weeks trying to find the best deals for her buck.

Green purchased a one and a half inch three ring binder from Staples for $2.

Maya Reeves, a transfer student and business major, purchased her school supplies a week before classes started.

Reeves’ mother purchased a binder from CVS, retailing for $7.49, $5.49 more than Green paid.

That could have purchased two binders ($4.00), a pack of index cards ($0.48) and one pack

of pencil cap erasers ($1.00) from Staples.

Green said her must-have item was her desktop plastic storage drawer.

It has three drawers and she purchased it from Staples. It retails for $17.99.

She said that it’s very useful to her because she has a habit of purchasing pens and days later having no idea where she placed them.

With that being said she dedicates one of the drawers to her writing utensils.

Reeves must-have item is Postit notes. She purchased 1,200 Post-its from CVS so she could post reminders for herself all around her dorm room. These retail for $9.29.

She said this item is useful because she likes to write motivational phrases to help get her through the week.

Reeves said that reading something positive gives her an energetic boost that coffee just can’t give her, although she wishes she would have purchased her item somewhere else so she could have acquired them for a lower price.

By saving money on all the items students need for a successful school year they can focus less on the cost of their education.

Safa Allen can be reached at safa.allen@student.shu.edu

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The Setonian will be part of Seton Hall’s change C

hange is all around us.

This applies to our country, our community and, of course, the school we attend.

If you take a look around, Seton Hall is just beginning what is sure to be a major transitional period. The new “Master Plan” is being implemented, with a new medical school, the College of Communication and the Arts and campus construction already underway.

These changes are designed to improve the SHU community.

Improving Seton Hall will be The Setonian’s intention as well.

We are aiming to make a difference. We are determined, through objective reporting, creative storytelling and – when necessary – critical opinion, to better this University in ways both big and small. What we do will not always fall in line with what the University wants, but that will not deter us.

Already in this first issue, we have addressed the challenges faced by the LGBTQ community at a Catholic institution. We will continue to do so.

We will address ever-changing enrollment goals and how the presidential election impacts our student body. We have an assortment of features and series already in the works that will highlight the good and bad of some of Seton Hall’s most high-profile administrators, faculty, athletes, stu-

Rebecca White Campus Life Editor I never saw my parents donate money, which is why I would always turn up my nose at the collection basket as I sat in church every Sunday as a kid. I was taught that throwing money at a problem doesn’t always solve it if not spent wisely.

If my parents saw a homeless person on the street, they would take them out to lunch and learn their story instead of dropping change into a hat.

I came to realize that my peers thought I was being “cheap” or “selfish” when I ignored that collection basket as others threw in their loose change. Peer pressure never made me feel remorse about my opinion, but I grew irritated at the judgments people made.

Attending college is no differ-

ent. With fundraisers happening on campus all the time, I found my new peers came to make the same conclusions about me.

I choose not to donate money because, for the most part, I do not know enough about the charity or organization to know where my money is going. Most people I know don’t bother to look up charities or organizations before donating.

All non-profit tax information is public record, so looking up how the charity spends its money is helpful if you want to see where it goes. There are multiple online websites, such as Charity Navigator, that show whether the charity you want to donate to spends its money on staff salary, resources, or on giving back. Other websites, such as Giving Alliance and CharityWatch, will let you know if a charity is trustworthy.

People who are smart about donating will avoid fraudulent organizations that take advantage of generosity only to pay a CEO instead of the needy.

The agenda of a charity is to convince you of a cause so you feel concerned or guilty enough to donate. Businesses have agendas.

Charities are only obligated to spend a small amount per year on the actual charitable activity. The remaining dollars go into funds that generate interest.

According to Charity Navigator, the American Cancer Society spends 5.8 percent of its donations on administrative expenses and 34.2 percent on fundraising expenses such as publicity, printing, and mailing costs.

Comparatively, the American Red Cross spends 3.8 percent of its donations on administrative expenses and 5.5 percent on

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fundraising expenses.

In addition to needing to do my research, I firmly believe that throwing money at a problem won’t fix the issue. Yes, charities do need money to do important work, find cures for diseases, and provide resources to those less fortunate. However, I would rather donate my time than my money.

Instead of giving money to the American Cancer Society, I would rather spend time volunteering at

one of its events. Once I realized how many organizations spend a majority of their money on administrative and fundraising expenses, I understood why my parents never donated or spared change.

I was raised to help people, not organizations or businesses.

Rebecca White is a communication major from Mission Viejo, California. She can be reached at rebecca.white@student.shu.edu.

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SPORTS

THROUGH OUR EYES

Sept. 8, 2016

Sports Quote of the Week

“Being at home at Walsh Gym is huge. We love our crowd, we feed off their energy.”

Women’s volleyball coach Allison Yaeger on the atmosphere during the team’s first win of the season.

Kaepernick: Please stand for the National Anthem Keith Egan Staff Writer Francis Scott Key wrote the “Star Spangled Banner” as he looked over the Battle of Fort McHenry from a British attack ship. There he saw the American flag waving over the land that was close to destruction.

The battle took place in Baltimore, Md., the same city where deadly riots broke out after young African-American Freddie Gray died of severe spinal cord injuries while in police custody for suspected possession of an illegal switchblade. The police officer, Lt. Brian Rice, was found innocent. Convictions on others were later dropped. It is one of the many recent cases that made national news and contributed to the current people vs police state in this country.

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick decided to address this issue in the public eye by refusing to stand for the National Anthem before football games.

“I am not going to stand up to show pride in a flag for a country that oppresses black people and people of color,” Kaepernick told the NFL media following his display of action.

In a nation based on freedom of speech, Kaepernick is using the First Amendment to the fullest

of his ability. It is his right as an American. In different ways, other athletes had their own protests.

LeBron James and other members of the Cavaliers wore “I can’t breathe” t-shirts during warm ups in support of Eric Garner, a 29-year-old African-American male who was choked and killed.

He was recorded saying, “I can’t breathe” as cops continued their abuse. Five players on the St. Louis Rams came out of the tunnel pre-game with their hands up as a part of the “Hands up don’t shoot” campaign to respond to African-American civilian Mike Brown and his final words.

Kaepernick’s method of protest is more controversial, though it has also garnered support. 49ers safety Eric Reid was the first teammate to join him in protest and others have followed. President Obama said he understands the persisting frustrations and welcomes an open dialogue. Still, many are angry. They question if this protest and other actions cross the line.

Kaepernick, who has worn socks with pigs wearing police hats, chose to protest in a way many found difficult to support.

It’s not wearing t-shirts in pregame. To his fiercest challengers, he is disrespecting the symbol of this country. It’s a flag that is cherished and honored by people who fought for the right to fly it.

Kaepernick (No. 7) kneels during National Anthem on Sept. 1, 2016.

His actions also resulted in security concerns. According to the Bay Area NBC, many Santa Clara police officers are not going to work the 49ers’ first game on Mon., Sept. 12, against the Los Angeles Rams. Of the 70 officers who volunteer to work as security, it’s wondered if even half will show up.

Kaepernick recently said that he will use his voice to make a difference in a respectable way, vowing to donate $1 million to commu-

nities in need. This gesture came following the initial backlash.

Just as America was down and out on that night at Fort McHenry, and overcame to fly the flag with pride, present day America will also do so. We have a history of standing up to conflict, standing up for what we believe in. It is our individual right, but we are better when we stand together. It helped make us the land of the free and the home of the brave.

Dr. Martin Luther King

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brought a nation of disrespected African-Americans together in peaceful protest even as they were brutally abused in several different ways.

By choosing not to acknowledge the National Anthem and the American flag, Kaepernick is choosing to disrespect a nation, and people who gave their lives for it.

Keith Egan can be reached at keith.egan@student.shu.edu or on Twitter @Keith_egan10.

SHU cross country runner talks impact of veganism Christiana Rutkowski Special to The Setonian I cannot begin to tell you how many times I’ve heard, “Oh no, you must not be getting enough protein.”

I am what most people today call vegan. This means I do not consume any animal products or animal by-products; no meat, fish, eggs or dairy. But, I am not just a vegan. I am a vegan athlete – a collegiate distance runner at Seton Hall.

Being vegan for just over 13 months, I can confidently say it has been one of the best decisions I’ve made. After being unable to run for more than a year due to knee (iliotibial band syndrome) and ankle/foot pain (a bone bruise), I decided to give the diet a shot. I was first introduced to veganism through the internet, really. Social media outlets were

what sparked my curiosity.

I decided to do further research on my own, and quickly read through a few of my favorite books: “How Not to Die”

by Michael Greger, “The China Study” by T. Colin Campbell, and “Why We Love Dogs, Eat Pigs, and Wear Cows” by Melanie Joy. After learning about benefits like less inflammation, faster recovery time – resulting in less fatigue and fewer sore muscles – and more fiber to help the digestive system, my decision to transition overnight came easy.

What started as a health investment for me soon turned into a passion that now includes animal liberation and protecting the world we live in. Following a vegan diet improves health, but it also goes beyond food. Animal agriculture is one of the leading causes of many environmental issues. “Cowspiracy,” a docu-

Photo via SHU Athletics Rutkowski (No. 345) running. mentary that also influenced my decision, talks about how it takes 2,500 gallons of water to produce just one pound of beef. As far as animal liberation, the conditions in slaughterhouses and places that mass produce animal products are horrific in their cleanliness and preparation.

Many people claim that they could never transition, but I too thought it would be impossible to give up double bacon cheeseburgers, entire pizzas, giant egg omelets and other animal product dishes. To be honest, it wasn’t hard sticking to a vegan lifestyle once I learned all the details behind it.

Of course, I did experience skepticism and criticism from some of my peers and family, but once I explained to them my reasoning behind my choice, some of their beliefs started to shift as well.

I believe that a big reason why many people brush off the vegan lifestyle is because not of what we know, but what we don’t know.

I strongly urge all individuals to look into the benefits of the vegan lifestyle – it is so much more than just “not eating meat.” Many health ailments I was facing at the time vanished within a week of giving up all animal products.

I don’t believe this to be a coincidence.

Diet impacts so much more than just the physique. Diet and food have immense power over our attitudes, moods, energy, motivation, concentration, sleep, overall health, the longevity of our lives, how our body responds to certain demands, and how we view life as a whole.

We have all heard the saying, “You are what you eat,” but have we ever truly thought long and hard about what is on our plate, why we are eating it, or where it came from?

As I learned, it is never too late to start.

Editor’s Note: Christiana Rutkowski, a junior psychology major and cross country runner from Middletown, N.J., contributed this piece. She can be reached at christiana.rutkowski@student.shu.edu or on Twitter @christianajean.

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Around the Big East: Non-conference schedules show growth Matt Lamb Staff Writer

The Big East conference consists of 10 schools, and in most sports, each school plays the other at least once, if not twice. If the schools play twice, then the two will play once on their home field/court, and once on the road.

That only makes for about half of a team’s games.

What happens to the other half of the season?

Schools such as Seton Hall will fill up the remainder of its schedule, mostly at the beginning of the season, with games featuring schools from other athletic conferences. Popular schools that Seton Hall squares off with are usually in other conferences, such as Rutgers (Big Ten), Rider University (Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference) and Princeton (Ivy League).

While Seton Hall will largely face out-of-conference schools

that are featured in lower-ranked conferences or, Division II or III schools, they will set dates with schools of “power” conferences, or schools that have nationally-known athletics programs.

National athletic programs include Notre Dame, Missouri (Southeastern Conference), Indiana (Big Ten) and Cornell (Ivy League).

The non-conference schedules give smaller-market schools a better chance to receive exposure in other parts of the country, and even on a national level. A recent example of that at Seton Hall is men’s basketball. The program has non-conference match ups with Gonzaga, Wichita State and Georgia, and will face Iowa this season in the Big East-Big Ten Challenge.

In other Seton Hall sports that have statistically lower profiles than men’s basketball, the non-conference schedule can have great benefits. It can be a

great learning experience among other aspects, as non-conference games can prove to be helpful when it comes to training for games with a conference rival.

Non-conference games are also played in part of early-season tournaments. In women’s volleyball, the Pirates took part in the Seton Hall Classic, which featured George Washington (Atlantic 10), Canisius College (MACC) and Towson University (Colonial Athletic Association).

While Seton Hall fell to GWU, the team defeated Canisius on Saturday, as well as Towson, who was undefeated until the Pirates took the contest in four sets.

Men’s and women’s soccer also had some tough non-conference tests early. The teams faced schools such as Army (MACC), Fordham (Atlantic 10), Pennsylvania (Ivy League), and Monmouth (Big South). While not all of these contests have been wins, it has added variety to the

Photo via Seton Hall Athletics Tough non-conference scheduling helps come postseason play. schedule and ultimately allows the clubs to grow and learn from teams they may not normally play.

All Big East teams receive a great deal of national attention, and one of the ways it comes is from non-conference games that feature teams from across the country in all divisions of play.

For teams such as Seton Hall, it helps them gear up for contests with rival programs that will ultimately decide who comes out on top at the end of the season.

Matt Lamb can be contacted by email at matthew.lamb@ student.shu.edu or on Twitter @ MattS_Lamb.

HALL ACROSS THE BOARD SCORES OF THE WEEK MEN’S SOCCER

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Drexel 4 p.m.

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Photo via SHU Athletics Christiana Rutkowski raced for the first team since 2014 at the Monmouth Invitational. Both the men’s and women’s cross country teams placed second at the meet.

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Hofstra 8 p.m.

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Fournier, Schroeder lead a deep Pirates’ team Kyle Kasharian Assistant Sports Editor Starting 0-4, the Pirates resembled a ship without a captain.

This can be attributed to the Seton Hall volleyball team entering the post-Amanda Hansen era this season after she graduated in the spring of 2016. The team is missing the middle blocker who contributed to many Seton Hall wins, including more than 1,000 career kills.

After traversing some rough waters early on, members of the team found themselves home, and with their captain back on the court ready to guide them.

“Having Tessa (Fournier) back on the floor, it’s a leadership thing, it’s a communication thing,” head coach Allie Yeager said of the senior libero. “She gets everybody fired up and tells them what to do, and it’s huge to have her back.”

Fournier has steered the Pirates in the right direction since her return to action after missing their first three matches. She helped the Hall go 2-1 at the Seton Hall Classic, including a sweep against Canisius College.

Last year, Fournier earned her second straight Big East Libero of the Year and led the Big East in digs with 583.

As Fournier brings her own dynamic to the team, she has fellow senior Danielle Schroeder to bring

her own flair and skill set to the Pirates.

“I just try and pick everyone up especially if I don’t make a kill,” Schroeder, the team’s only other senior, said.

This was evident on Saturday, September 3 against Canisius where Schroeder’s animated personality and lively reactions got her teammates excited.

“I go crazy, and I know that affects everyone because they see how excited I am and they get excited, and it just makes us play a lot better.”

“I’ve waited for this year for Dani for a very long time,” Yeager said of the outside hitter, who currently leads the Hall with 68 kills after their first 6 matches.

Fournier’s impact is not exclusive to the numbers, as her leadership and work ethic transitions to something fans do not see; chemistry.

“I think all four years Tessa and I have worked really hard in the spring and in the fall just to make ourselves stronger and better players for ourselves and the team,” Schroeder said. This senior duo will have a lot on their shoulders, but developing underclassmen are already stepping up.

“I think the girls who are sophomores have really worked hard in the spring last year, and springtime is really crucial for us,” Schroeder said. “So I’m real-

Photo via SHU Athletics Danielle Schroeder (above, top) celebrates with teammates, including Tessa Fournier (above, right). ly proud of all of them and our coaches did a great job of recruiting really good freshman and junior.”

In the early portion of the season, countless sophomores and underclassmen made a name for themselves with great energy.

Cherise Hennigan is one sophomore to watch as she displayed her offensive prowess by racking up 67 kills, one short of kill leader Schroeder.

Junior Sarah Kenneweg and

Ryan Whalen named assistant basketball coach at EKU

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Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reported that former director of basketball operations at Seton Hall University, Ryan Whalen, was hired as an assistant coach at Eastern Kentucky University.

sophomore Sophia Coffey are competing hard in their roles of defensive specialist and setter, respectively. Kenneweg currently leads the Hall in digs with 58, while Coffey is averaging more than seven assists per set.

The roster is filled with more talent in freshmen like Haylee Gasser, or juniors like transfer Dominique Mason. Yeager noted one sophomore to watch.

“Abby Thelen, she’s not playing right now since she’s injured, but I

would say Abby,” Yeager said. Before her injury, Thelen put her diverse game on display, racking up a strong amount of kills and digs.

It’s clear to see that the early season losses are not an issue of talent, but having the talent mesh after welcoming back Fournier to join Schroeder and company, the possibilities are endless for this youthful Pirate team.

Kyle Kasharian can be reached at kyle.kasharian@student.shu.edu or on Twitter @ItsKyleKash

Kate Nygaard joins softball staff as assistant coach

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Seton Hall Athletics officially announced the latest addition to Paige Smith’s softball coaching staff on Sept. 7.

Kate Nygaard, the former assistant coach at Weber State, will become assistant coach of the women’s softball team.

Nygaard is a former catcher for the University of Utah.

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SHU alum making noise on international level

Elizabeth Swinton Sports Editor Sacha Kljestan has gone from the pitch in South Orange to the international stage.

The SHU men’s soccer alum and New York Red Bulls player was recently named to the United States Men’s National Team qualifying roster for the World Cup. He has been on the team in the past, but in this stint, Kljestan played on the national team in international friendlies against St. Vincent and the Grenadines and Trinidad and Tobago.

In the first match, where the USMNT won 6-0, Kljestan was substituted in the 66th minute.

That did not alter his impact, though, as the Pirate alum recorded a goal and two assists in his first 12 minutes.

In the second game against Trinidad and Tobago, and following his strong play from the previous game, Kljestan was promoted to the starting lineup. In his 73 minutes of action, the Pirate scored the opening goal in the 44th minute in a 4-0 U.S. win.

Kljestan got his Pirate start in

Sacha Kljestan playing with the USMNT. 2003, spending three seasons of his career in South Orange. In his time at Seton Hall, the men’s soccer team made the NCAA Tournament all three years, and was runner-up in the 2004 Big East Championship.

Before becoming a Red Bull, Kljestan put his name in the Pirate record books, setting a single-season record with 15 assists in 2005. That year, he earned Big East Offensive Player of the Year and was named to the NCAA Di-

vision I Third-Team All-America.

In 2004, he was named to the first team.

Now, in-between appearances as a member of the Red Bulls, he is getting chances to play on the national and international level.

He may be cut from the USMNT roster once other players become healthy, but for now is taking advantage of his opportunity.

Elizabeth Swinton can be reached at elizabeth.swinton@student.shu. edu or on Twitter @eswint22.

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“I don’t have family here, so I actually have never been to the U.S. prior to deciding to come here,” Spindler said.

During his off time, Spindler likes to take the 8-hour flight to Germany to visit his family, which he jokes the flight is “not that bad.” While time-consuming, traveling also costs money, and some Seton Hall players are not able to leave the U.S. often.

“I’ve been in the U.S. for four years, and I went back to Brazil just twice,” senior transfer Miranda said. “So I don’t really go home that much. It’s really expensive actually to go back home, so I just stay here, try to find something to do during the summer. Usually I find a team to play with, or work.”

Miranda came to the U.S. four years ago. He started his college career at Graceland Univesity, but tore his ACL last year.

“My coach at Graceland University was Carlos Ortiz,” Miranda said. “Now he’s coaching here at Seton Hall, so he just brought me here.”

With players coming from so many different places to one team, one issue that can come up is the language barrier.

“I knew English from school already,” Spindler said. “I think the German educational system does a pretty decent job in terms of getting people ready for language.

However, it’s much different if you actually go to a country and have to speak English, because what you really learn in Germany is how you write and the grammar and all that stuff, but you don’t really know how to speak it.”

While Spindler came to America knowing English, Miranda came from Brazil not knowing a

single word.

“For me, I never studied English in my life,” Miranda said.

“Then I decided to come here, so I studied for eight months. I didn’t know anything before, so for eight months, all day, all I did was study English, then I finally came here.

I could speak - I could understand really well - but I couldn’t speak it really well. So that was the toughest part for me, to learn the language.”

Of course, the change in food matters too.

“I think in terms of culture it’s much different,” Spindler said.

“Simple things like food and stuff like that, I think that was tough to adjust to, but I think it went pretty quickly in terms of adjusting.

I feel like after a couple months I felt pretty comfortable; living in a new culture, speaking the language.”

International players have an added layer of getting accustomed to their new surroundings, language and culture in the U.S., but they are drawn by the opportunity at Seton Hall and stay for the oneof-a-kind journey.

Having teammates from so many backgrounds is unchartered territory for most; at Seton Hall, it is welcomed.

“I think what makes us unique as a team is we all come from a lot of different places,” Spindler said.

“We have people from Brazil, from Columbia, from other parts in Europe. I personally enjoy that, just being around people from different backgrounds. I find that exciting...we all get along.”

Elizabeth Swinton can be contacted by email at Elizabeth.swinton@student.shu.edu or on Twitter @eswint22.

Photos via SHU Athletics Spindler (1) and Miranda (15) among team’s international players.

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No days off: Delgado poised after busy summer Gary Phillips Editor-in-Chief

Angel Delgado has no time for fun – not now and not this past summer.

Those are his own words. While most college kids get some time to themselves once school breaks, the Seton Hall forward got back to work within a few weeks of finals.

A native of Bajos de Haina, Delgado was asked to play for the Dominican Republic National Team in the 2016 Centrobasket Championship, which took place in Panama between June 19 and 25.

Delgado proved to be a powerful force down low in the sixgame international competition, averaging 12.5 points – 10th best in the tournament – and 7.5 rebounds per game – sixthbest – while leading the D.R. to a Bronze Medal finish. He was proud to represent his country.

“It’s great,” he said. “I did it before, but now they gave me a big opportunity to carry the team and be the man out there.”

Delgado has played for his home nation in the past. He earned an invite to the 2015 PanAm Games two summers ago, though this time the tournament took away from his Seton Hall training caused concern. After an inconsistent start to the 2015-16 season, Delgado said he asked Pirates head coach Kevin Willard

Photo via Centrobasket Delgado goes for a bucket on the Dominican National Team. for permission to play interna“You can’t take the first part of tionally once again. the season to get in shape,” the “I think anytime you can repcoach said. resent your country it’s a terDelgado began working out rific honor,” said Willard, who with the national team in the Dowatched Delgado and the naminican Republic at the start of tional team play online. “When June. The team then traveled to we talked about it this time we Mexico to play some exhibition had a much better understanding games before the real deal in Panof how we had to prepare for his ama City. He was back in South training, for his travel – to continOrange with the Blue and White ue to work on his game so he can by mid-July. get better. We were excited that he Delgado is not worried about was playing for his country, but at how his time away will impact his the same time we wanted to make collegiate play this season. sure we had a little bit better game “I always got in my mind, ‘Stay plan.” at my school and do the best,” he Willard added that the timing said. “[Seton Hall] is more imof Centrobasket and the duration portant than anything.” of the tournament – the Pan-Am Delgado added that he has maGames were longer – made Deltured both mentally and physicalgado’s schedule less hectic once ly over the summer. In addition to returning to SHU for summer improving his 17-footer, the big practices. man believes he has grown up a

bit too. He credits the older competition he had to face at Centrobasket. “[It’s] like, be a man out there.

Not be like a little kid. Sometimes you make mistakes in here [Seton Hall] – you know what I’m saying – and it’s okay. ‘He’s only 21 years old.’ Out there it’s like you’re a grown man already. Everybody treats you like a grown man.”

With another summer of international play under his belt, Delgado is now looking to show the

Big East conference what a grown man looks like in the paint. The junior said he is a working nonstop. He is determined to see it pay off.

“I prepared myself really hard,” Delgado said. “I didn’t take days off this summer because I really wanna prove myself to everybody who I really am. People don’t really know who I am.”

Gary Phillips can be reached at gary.phillips@student.shu.edu or on Twitter @GaryHPhillips.

International men’s soccer players find home at SHU Elizabeth Swinton Sports Editor While SHU men’s soccer redshirt senior Danny Bartok has a 20-minute drive to get back to his home of Union, N.J., his teammate Francisco Alderete has a 13-hour flight to get to his home country of Salta, Argentina.

Of the 27 student-athletes on the Seton Hall men’s soccer team, eight players call countries outside of the United States home. Those players are Alderete (Argentina), Julian Spindler (Germany) Andres Arcila (Columbia), Jordan Kinoshi (England), Matheus Miranda (Brazil), Lukas Pangonis (Lithuania), Nathan Boatswain (Canada) and Pedro Neto (Brazil).

What makes Seton Hall such a pull for international talent?

Senior goalie Spindler cited the school’s program and the academic credibility.

“For me, it was really the program… a Division 1 school, and playing in a very competitive conference of the Big East Conference,” Spindler said of his draw to Seton Hall. “Then on the other side, you also have a good business school. It’s close to New York City, which is the financial capital of the world. I think that whole package, sports and academics, really made me choose Seton Hall.”

In fact, Spindler never visited the United States prior to coming to South Orange.

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Goalie Julian Spindler, from Germany, is in his senior year at Seton Hall.

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