Mission & Vision

The Department of Computer Science and Technology (CST) at Kean University advances education, research, and innovation in computing to address real-world challenges in a connected, data-driven world.

As part of an R2 research institution, we empower students to explore emerging fields such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, cloud-edge computing, data science, and smart sensing through hands-on, research-integrated learning.

We are proud to be the first public university in New Jersey to offer a Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence, a program designed to prepare students for cutting-edge careers in intelligent systems, automation, and responsible AI development.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diverse learners and scholars collaborate with faculty on interdisciplinary projects that enhance digital trust, human well-being, and societal resilience.

Our graduates emerge as ethical, adaptive, and globally engaged professionals ready to lead and innovate in academia, industry, and public service.

We envision the Department of Computer Science and Technology (CST) as a nationally recognized center of excellence in intelligent and secure computing, bridging research, education, and real-world impact.

As a leader within Kean University’s R2 research ecosystem, CST aims to:

• Drive discovery in AI, cybersecurity, data science, cloud-edge intelligence, and cyber-physical systems;

• Promote trustworthy and sustainable technologies that benefit communities and industries;

• Cultivate a collaborative and inclusive research culture that prepares students to become innovators, entrepreneurs, and problem-solvers in a rapidly evolving digital era.

Through partnerships with academia, government, and industry, CST strives to transform computing research into practical, ethical, and globally relevant solutions that advance technology and society.