Division of Student Affairs
Student Affairs develops and builds students' leadership skills through clubs, organizations and programs; provides the opportunity to develop socially through social and cultural experiences; and provides health and wellness resources for students to attain academic and personal success.
![Student Affairs Kean Sign](/sites/default/files/styles/mobile_width/public/2024-01/student_affairs_kean_letters_sign_FA23.png?itok=k3IDxGKZ)
Freshman Convocation
Kean University will host its inaugural Freshman Convocation on Friday, August 30, 2024. The event is open to all incoming freshmen students to welcome the Class of 2028 to Kean University. The student-only on-campus event will highlight the following:
- Student Procession
- Class Pledge
- Networking
- Photo Booth
- Fun & Giveaways
We ask that all family and friends participate in the event by watching the live stream broadcast of the event, which will be added to this page. All the students are to wear the NSO t-shirt and khaki bottoms.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 30, 2024
9 a.m. Student Check-In at Miron Student Center (MSC)
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Harwood Arena & Reception at Downs Hall
Register for Freshman Convocation on 8/30
![Register fro 2024 Freshman Convocation](/sites/default/files/styles/mobile_width/public/2024-07/2024_Freshman_Convocation_Banner_Register_600x200.jpg?itok=5Y_3RODG)
Meet the Division
Student Affairs is a division that complements the academic mission of the University. It is under the vision and direction of the Acting Vice President for Student Affairs, Kerrin Lyles. The division provides a comprehensive educational experience that includes students' personal development. This is achieved through the work of various departments and services within the division.
![Student Affairs - Center for Leadership & Service](/sites/default/files/styles/mobile_4x3/public/2024-02/SA-Web-LD-CLS.jpg?h=29234840&itok=3FNZH-oe)
CENTER FOR LEADERSHIP & SERVICE is committed to developing students to become actively engaged global citizens through community and volunteer services, Greek life, Kean Leadership Institute, student involvement and recognized student groups and organizations.
![Student Affairs - MSC](/sites/default/files/styles/mobile_4x3/public/2024-02/SA-Web-LD-MSC.jpg?h=7fb2964e&itok=J9VEqXdQ)
MIRON STUDENT CENTER is the focal point of campus organizations and activities, with facilities including a game room, cafeteria and eateries, tech lounge, and meeting spaces. Outside the building, enjoy the basketball and volleyball courts, and turf field. Kean P.U.L.S.E. organizes various events year-round for students.
![Student Affairs - Communications & Marketing](/sites/default/files/styles/mobile_4x3/public/2024-02/SA-Web-LD-Comms-Marketing.jpg?h=951dc57a&itok=ELgfOC7j)
OFFICE OF COMMUNICATIONS & MARKETING is responsible for developing division-wide, strategic marketing plans supporting the university’s mission and student success initiatives, along with managing the Student Life Media Team/Cougar’s Byte, and the Memorabilia, yearbook.
![Student Affairs - Residence Life](/sites/default/files/styles/mobile_4x3/public/2024-02/SA-Web-LD-Res-Life.jpg?h=82f92a78&itok=dsLfdZmS)
OFFICE OF RESIDENCE LIFE seeks to offer innovative, diverse, and supportive living-learning experiences. They aim to empower students to be engaged leaders of their campus and the community beyond the classroom.
![Student Affairs - SASE](/sites/default/files/styles/mobile_4x3/public/2024-02/SA-Web-LD-SASE.jpg?h=b33b14b1&itok=505aI0Ou)
OFFICE OF STUDENT ACCOUNTABILITY, STANDARDS & EDUCATION works to provide a campus environment where students can grow intellectually and develop as people through enforcing Kean’s shared values and principles and Student Code of Conduct.
![Student Affairs - Student Government](/sites/default/files/styles/mobile_4x3/public/2024-02/SA-Web-LD-Student-Gov.jpg?h=c948fc33&itok=GOisgVnK)
OFFICE OF STUDENT GOVERNMENT develops strong student leaders through a wide array of personal and professional development opportunities and operates the Student Government Association (SGA) and Graduate Student Government (GSG).