Patricia Aldworth

Assistant Director of Global Business Management and Off-Campus Programs
College at Florham

How long have you been at FDU?

I started on April 15, 1999.

The Heart is a Lonely Hunter, a book by Carson McCullers, is great story about relationships and being a good listener.

What do you most value in your friends?

Honesty.

Complete the phrase: People would be surprised to know that I ...

… completed my bachelor’s degree in May 2002 and am working on my master’s degree.

My hobbies are …

I love to read, and I play mahjongg once a week with a group of women friends.

Who would be your perfect dinner guest? What would you serve?

Close friends and family. My husband does all the cooking at our house, so he would choose the menu. I usually never care what he serves as long as I don’t have to cook it!

What profession other than your own would you most like to attempt, and what profession would you want nothing to do with?

If I could be anything, I would like to be a midwife. I would never want to be a farmer.

Stephen Hollis

Assistant Professor of Theater and Theater Program Director
College at Florham

How long have you been at FDU?

Since January 2001.

What book or film did you recently enjoy? Why would you recommend it?

Book: Secret History by Donna Tartt — unputdownable. Film: “Bad Education” by [Pedro] Almodovar, one of the most original and imaginative film writers and directors working today.

What do you most value in your friends?

Humor and passion.

Complete the phrase: People would be surprised to know that I ...

It would depend on what people you’re talking about. Some people might find it surprising that I’m very political, others might be surprised that I prefer living in New York to London. On the other hand, my friends don’t ever seem to be surprised at anything about me at all.

My hobbies are …

… the usual — theater, movies, dining out and playing Scrabble®.

Who would be your perfect dinner guest? What would you serve?

From all time — William Shakespeare, as I’d like to know if he REALLY wrote those plays. From today, either Nelson Mandela, the only world leader I truly respect, or Eddie Izzard, depending on my mood. I’d serve whatever the cook prepared.

What profession other than your own would you most like to attempt, and what profession would you want nothing to do with?

I love my profession of teacher and theater director. Alternatively, I would most like to be a playwright and would hate to be a naval officer or anything on a submarine, as I’m horribly claustrophobic.

Okang McBride

Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions
Metropolitan Campus

How long have you been at FDU?

I have been at FDU for a total of 13 years — eight years as an employee and five years as a student.

What book or film did you recently enjoy? Why would you recommend it?

I recently enjoyed “The Manchurian Candidate.” Denzel Washington is the lead actor, need I say more.

What do you most value in your friends?

I value their honesty and trust. Oh, I value their sense of humor.

Complete the phrase: People would be surprised to know that I ...

… announce football games on the weekend, and I am fascinated by current events.

My hobbies are ...

… reading, basketball, golf and politics.

Who would be your perfect dinner guest? What would you serve?

My secret admirer. I would serve up the telephone so we could order in and … talk. Besides, I am not a very good cook. And yes, I would pay for dinner.

What profession other than your own would you most like to attempt, and what profession would you want nothing to do with?

I would like to travel around the world as a motivational speaker. And I want nothing to do with being a fisherman. It’s not that I don’t appreciate fishermen. It’s just that I get seasick.

Janet Sigal

Professor of Psychology and Coordinator, BA/MA Program in General-Theoretical Psychology
Metropolitan Campus

How long have you been at FDU?

I have been teaching at FDU since 1967 — it was my first and only job.

What book or film did you recently enjoy? Why would you recommend it?

Guardian of the Horizon, by Elizabeth Peters. The book is a historical mystery taking place in Egypt and has a vibrant and fascinating female sleuth as the central character. It combines archaeology with support of women professionals.

What do you most value in your friends?

Honesty, good communication. I have a strong support network of friends who listen to me and share feelings with me. We are always there for each other.

Complete the phrase: People would be surprised to know that I ...

… am an excellent ballroom dancer and can do a good tango!

My hobbies are ...

… European travel, crossing the ocean on a ship and going to the theater and art museums.

Who would be your perfect dinner guest? What would you serve?

Someone who is interesting, amusing and witty. I would serve Cornish hens and rice with a delicious dessert like cheesecake or strawberries.

What profession other than your own would you most like to attempt, and what profession would you want nothing to do with?

I can’t think of any other profession that I would like to attempt. I love my job. If I had to answer this question possibly an attorney. And I want nothing to do with finance.

September 2004

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College at Florham, Madison, N.J.

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Metropolitan Campus, Teaneck, N.J.

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