Garrett Hansen and his wife Leslie.
Garrett Hansen, '79, remembers and cherishes the relationships and experiences he formed as an undergraduate at Seton Hall. Those experiences inspired him to stay in touch with professors and their family members upon graduating.
Like many of his classmates at the time, Garrett was a first-generation college student who paid his way through school. His hard work inside and outside the classroom helped shape him into the person he is today. Garrett is proud to see that many first-generation students still choose Seton Hall today for many of the same reasons he decided to attend the University.
Garrett graduated from the Stillman School of Business and volunteered with the School of Diplomacy but felt an urge to help elsewhere at his alma mater. Garrett's wife, Leslie, is a retired educator. Both saw a need to support future educators. They created the Garrett '79 and Leslie Hansen Scholarship Fund, supporting the College of Education and Human Services. The Hansens have deep respect for the fact that New Jersey is consistently ranked as a top state in the nation for public education and hope that by supporting the College of Education and Human Services, they can continue to support future generations of educators who pursue their dreams.
Garrett desires to make a difference by helping students with their financial needs, especially given the increased cost of education. He believes that all students deserve an opportunity to receive a top-quality education just as he did from Seton Hall.