OPINION

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In a mother's absence, influence remains

Sept. 12, 2002.

University tradition runs deep in print

Since 1856, Seton Hall University has established many traditions that unite our community. Some of the most notable traditions are Mass, Blue Day, convocation, avoiding stepping on the seal, the Christmas tree lighting, visiting the Pirate statue for good luck, and going to basketball games. Another longstanding tradition at SHU is the publication of The Setonian.

In New York, the cleat's on the other foot

At year's end, more can always be done

As this semester quickly comes to an end and students prepare for finals, various end of the year activities and of course graduation, we would like to take this opportunity to recap topics that were discussed in The Voice this school year.

Senior Column: College prepared me for life's rollercoaster

When I applied to college, I knew I wanted Seton Hall - no ifs, ands or buts. I had the ap­plication sent in the first month of my senior year of high school, and I knew I was in by Thanks­giving.

Senior Column: One regret in four years at Seton Hall

In just 18 days I will be sitting in the seats at the IZOD Center awaiting my name to be called so I can walk across the stage and re­ceive my diploma.

Things we will miss about the Top 10

10. Including the Pirate

Senior Column: Responding to a random email was worthwhile

With graduation only a few weeks away I have really begun to think about the past four years of my life that I have spent at Seton Hall.

Senior Column: Best decision at SHU, getting involved

My journey at Seton Hall is coming to an end and I could not have imagined a better experi­ence. I was lucky enough to be part of honorable organizations such as The Setonian, Delta Phi Epsilon, and DOVE.

Releasing more 'Star Wars' movies could be a good idea

Recently, Disney announced it would be releasing a "Star Wars" film every year starting in 2015. It will first make "Episode VII," then produce a spin-off the next year (possibly about Boba Fett or young Han Solo), then come out with "Episode VIII" a year later and so on. Understandably, the response from "Star Wars" fans has varied.

Letter to the editor: South Orange and Seton Hall communities must work together

To the Editor:

Laptop selection for next year unites SHU

As stated in last week's Setonian, school officials have finalized the laptop selection for next year. Instead of stu­dents receiving the slate or Samung Ul­traBook, students will be receiving the Lenovo ThinkPad Helix.

Top ten things seniors want to accomplish after graduation

10. Volunteer

Senior Column:The thought of graduating is bittersweet

It is crazy for me to think that the thought of leaving Se­ton Hall has me so upset when my first visit here was a "why not check this place out" sort of situation. I was about 95 percent set on going to a dif­ferent school in New York and playing basketball there when I received the open house fli­er in the mail. I thought that I might as well give it a shot and hopped in the car with my mom to my eventual second home.

Top ten: People that should make GrooveBoston appearances

Although the basketball season is over, the team is growing

Even after basketball season ended, the men's basketball team still managed to score a slam dunk. Wednesday four star ESPN recruit Jaren Sina announced his commitment to Seton Hall. Sina, a New Jersey native, brings much needed help to the backcourt of Pirates. A recruit like this one is a big boost for a team that finds itself in new territory fol­lowing the move to the "new" Big East conference.

New requirements must be known to students

Students graduating in 2014 and be­yond will not only have to fulfill the requirement to take three Signature Courses but they will also be required to complete 10 infused courses by the time that they graduate.

Dating website: A rising trend to meet new someone new

In a society filled with people going in every direction, it can be difficult to find a compatible mate. Finding a quality person, who has the right goals and hasn't dated all of your friends, may become tricky living in a small commu­nity.

A senior's advice to appreciate every moment at SHU

Regardless of the university an individual chooses to attend, I have noticed they will always find a flaw that is seemingly the end of the world.

Seton Hall: Do not be fooled by solicitors

As stated in this week's Setonian, there are a growing number of individuals try­ing to solicit to members of the Seton Hall community. Primarily, solicitors have been observed trying to get pro­fessors and students to sell used text­books. Some solicitors have even been observed going door-to-door to various professors' offices, asking them to sell their used textbooks.