Gene Haskes ’94

Alumni Voices

Gene Haskes ’94

Beaver Reflections:
I graduated in 1994 and came in 7th grade. Overall, I really enjoyed my time at Beaver and have very fond memories. I can say confidently that Beaver helped shape me into the person I became post high school, during college, and going into the professional world. Looking back, I remember Mr. Miller, my math teacher and advisor very fondly. He was very supportive and such a kind person. I also remember playing basketball, soccer, and lacrosse. I enjoyed being a part of those teams.

What is #happeningnow in your life:
After Beaver, I went to Brandeis where I majored in American studies and minored in legal studies. Following graduation, I went to law school in Massachusetts. After that, I started working for William Raveis Real Estate, a job I have had since the early 2000s. I work in residential real estate and am a top agent in my office. I currently live in Newton, close to where I grew up, and have never really left the Massachusetts area. This is nice because I know the area very well, and this extensive knowledge helps me with my day-to-day work. As a matter of fact, I have helped Beaver alumni buy their houses and sell their properties; these times are very rewarding as we both share that school connection. Over the past year-plus with Covid, I have really tried to look at the positives and silver linings that came out of such a sad time for millions of people. I have really learned a lot about myself and how important it is to be healthy and take necessary precautions while also not completely shielding yourself from society.

“During my junior and senior years at Beaver, I actually helped rent out apartments for my summer job. This was an amazing experience and it was funny going back to school and having made more money than my friends that caddied or worked at exclusive country clubs.”
– Gene Haskes ’94

Advice to Beaver students: Savor the moment and take advantage of all opportunities that are present at Beaver. High school is a point of growth, especially before going off to college and then before you enter the working world. There are so many resources at Beaver such as the faculty, the staff, the technology present in every class, and diversity of the curriculum that you should take advantage of.

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