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Milestones are those periods in time that mark significant
achievements. Celebrating a milestone involves not only
acknowledging the present, but also reflecting on the
journey and looking forward to the next goal. On November 6,
at a gala event to celebrate its approaching 150-year
anniversary, Seton Hall University launched Ever Forward:
The Seton Hall Sesquicentennial Campaign, a major initiative
to raise a $150 million.
The evening began in the "courtyard of history," a spacious
room reminiscent of Seton Hall's "Green" and replete with
park benches, street lamps and huge glass-enclosed displays
showcasing a treasure throve of historical artifacts from
Seton Hall's archives. Some of the items on display were the
original bell from the chapel, the book featuring the first
mention of Seton Hall in print and a photo of the 1897
football team. The archbishop offered an invocation to
welcome the crowd of nearly 500.
After conversing in the courtyard of history,  guests enjoyed
dinner as the evening moved into the program portion of the
event. The Ever Forward campaign was formally
announced by Tom Sharkey, campaign chairman and he revealed
that $72 million has already been raised toward the $150
million goal. Guests also were treated to the premier of the
Campaign Video. In addition, 13 alumni and friends were
honored for their tremendous generosity to the campaign.
Kent Manahan, senior anchor of New Jersey Network News and
member of University Board of Regents served as master of
ceremonies. Concluding the program, University President,
Monsignor Robert Sheeran shared his vision for the future of
Seton Hall University.
The ceremonies were followed by an evening of dancing and
delighting in delectable desserts after organizers
transformed the courtyard of history into a grand ballroom
revealing in murals the future of Seton Hall. Guests
received a take-home reminder: the Fall 2004 issue of
Seton Hall Universit y Magazine, which featured a special
section devoted to the launch of Seton Hall’s Ever
Forward campaign. Reflective of the University’s bold
vision, the Ever Forward campaign special section captures
the energy of an exciting transformation of the Seton Hall
campus.
With its reputation for excellence, Seton Hall stands as a
beacon of hope—attracting students from around the country
and world. This year 1,225 freshman and 275 transfer
students chose to become Pirates. With the addition of this
new class, Seton Hall University is now home to almost
10,000 students and more than 70,000 alumni.
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