Doctors Seth & Corraine McNeill
Humans of Union College
Meet the McNeills, one of Union’s power couples on campus. Dr. Seth McNeill is a professor of computing and engineering while Dr. Corraine McNeill is the Chair of the Science and Mathematics Division as well as a Biology professor. They also have two young children and are in the midst of their 11 year marriage. They are a happy couple who love what they do and love where they are.
Their story starts back when they were in grad school. Dr. Seth was almost done with his PhD while Dr. Corraine was new to the scene. After months of him chasing her, and her being mostly clueless, they dated for a year and half before getting engaged. From stealing socks, to awkward concert dates and even meal dates they’ve experienced highs and lows that can be made into its own movie.
After telling their life stories, they left behind some words of wisdom for young couples:
Love is not a feeling, it’s a choice. Feelings come and go, but you choose to love the person even if you don’t feel like it. “You have to be intentional.”
Decisions can’t be 50/50, but 51/49. The 51 has the weight and responsibility for both parties in the decision.
Having God in the relationship can help immensely.
A forgiving spirit will go a long way in a relationship.
Be willing to talk things out or else resentment will build.
Francisco is a senior studying Computing and Photo Video Imaging.