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Kean University Board of Trustees Approves In-State Tuition Rates for Students in Surrounding States
Kean University Board of Trustees Approves In-State Tuition Rates for Students in Surrounding States
The Kean University Board of Trustees voted to apply in-state tuition rates to students from several surrounding states, expanding access and opportunity for students across the region.
The new rates apply to students from New York, Delaware, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia and Washington, D.C.
Kean Alumna Christina Chiarella Scores Career with NJ Devils and Prudential Center
Kean Alumna Christina Chiarella Scores Career with NJ Devils and Prudential Center
Christina Chiarella ’24 had a unique vantage point at this year’s Kean University Commencement ceremony. As a production coordinator for Prudential Center and the New Jersey Devils, she watched the ceremony from the arena control room — just one year after graduating herself.
Kean University Graduates Receive Top Honors as Student Teachers
Kean University Graduates Receive Top Honors as Student Teachers
Three recent Kean University graduates received the state’s highest awards for their work as student teachers during a ceremony held by the New Jersey Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (NJACTE) and the state Department of Education (NJDOE).
Kean's Inaugural Car Show Connects Campus and Community
Kean's Inaugural Car Show Connects Campus and Community
Car enthusiasts from across New Jersey showcased their rides at the inaugural "Rep Your Ride" car show at Kean University. Watch how this unique campus event brought the community together and helped raise more than $100,000 for the Kean University Foundation.
From Classics to Customs: Kean University’s First ‘Rep Your Ride’ Show Celebrates Cars and Community
From Classics to Customs: Kean University’s First ‘Rep Your Ride’ Show Celebrates Cars and Community
Car enthusiasts from across New Jersey showcased their rides at Kean's inaugural "Rep Your Ride" car show. Watch how this unique campus event brought the community together and helped raise more than $100,000 for the Kean University Foundation.
Kean Scholar Academy Celebrates First Graduating Class
Kean Scholar Academy Celebrates First Graduating Class
Kean University is celebrating a milestone in higher education access with the graduation of the first cohort of the Kean Scholar Academy (KSA), a groundbreaking pre-college program for students from underserved communities.
Kean UX Design Graduate Uses Creativity to Make Technology More User-Friendly
Kean UX Design Graduate Uses Creativity to Make Technology More User-Friendly
Kean alumnus Frank Mellana ’19 credits a design class at Kean with sparking his career in UX design — leading him from classroom app prototypes to senior roles at Siemens and Blue Origin.
Kean University and New Jersey City University Sign Letter of Intent in Next Step Toward Historic Merger
Kean University and New Jersey City University Sign Letter of Intent in Next Step Toward Historic Merger
Kean University and New Jersey City University (NJCU) signed a Letter of Intent advancing a proposed merger, integrating NJCU into Kean and enhancing access to inclusive higher education across New Jersey.
Kean Salutatorian Conquers College, Motherhood and Work
Kean Salutatorian Conquers College, Motherhood and Work
From working in retail to earning a 4.0 GPA in Kean University’s elementary education program, Lashae Jones is building a future for herself, her children and her students. Watch the salutatorian of Kean's Class of 2025 redefine what’s possible when determination meets opportunity.
Kean Commencement Highlights 2025
Kean Commencement Highlights 2025
Celebrate Kean University’s combined Commencement as thousands of graduates from the Class of 2025 gathered at the Prudential Center in Newark. Olympic gymnast and two-time medalist Laurie Hernandez inspired the crowd with a powerful keynote address.