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Kean University Researchers Reveal How Tone Can Influence AI Accuracy
Kean University Researchers Reveal How Tone Can Influence AI Accuracy
Kean Assistant Professor Boyang Li, Ph.D., conducted research to determine how AI models respond based on a user's prompt and what tone was used. Four Kean students from Wenzhou-Kean University studying on the Union campus assisted in the research of the vision-language models.
Renowned Artist and Kean Graduate Carmen Cicero Still Finds Joy in Creating at 99
Renowned Artist and Kean Graduate Carmen Cicero Still Finds Joy in Creating at 99
Kean University graduate Carmen Cicero ’51 has built a celebrated career in the arts, with his work displayed in world-renowned museums and his name linked to innovation, resilience and humor in painting.
New Endowed Scholarship Honors Legacy of Kean University Associate Professor Joseph Amorino, Ed.D.
New Endowed Scholarship Honors Legacy of Kean University Associate Professor Joseph Amorino, Ed.D.
The legacy of Kean University Associate Professor Joseph Amorino, Ed.D., will live on through a newly established $100,000 endowed scholarship supporting students in Kean’s Department of Fine Arts.
Kean University Course Supports Sensory Room Enhancements at The Arc of Union County
Kean University Course Supports Sensory Room Enhancements at The Arc of Union County
Kean University students in a Spring 2025 "Learning by Giving" course with Associate Professor Gregory R. Witkowski, Ph.D., awarded $5,000 to The Arc of Union County to enhance its sensory room. The improvements were celebrated at a February 19 ribbon-cutting ceremony. Students in the class earned a hands-on experience in philanthropy through reviewing proposals, conducting site visits and selecting a nonprofit for funding.
Kean University to Host 18th Annual Human Rights Conference Focused on ‘Sustainability in Action’
Kean University to Host 18th Annual Human Rights Conference Focused on ‘Sustainability in Action’
The conference will feature speakers Mary Robinson, Ireland's first female president, humanitarian and actress Monique Coleman and climate justice advocate Sabs Katz.
Kean University to Host Abitronix Technology Expo, Showcasing Innovations in AI, Security and Customer Experience
Kean University to Host Abitronix Technology Expo, Showcasing Innovations in AI, Security and Customer Experience
The expo will bring together approximately 20 world-class technology vendors and globally recognized experts to Kean's Union campus to explore four rapidly evolving areas shaping today’s digital landscape: artificial intelligence (AI), security, mobility and customer experience.
Inside Kean University’s Office of Belonging and Community Engagement
Inside Kean University’s Office of Belonging and Community Engagement
Kean's new Office of Belonging and Community Engagement, housed within the Division of Student Success and Retention, is a welcoming space where students feel heard, respected and supported.
Spring 2026 Exhibitions at the Galleries at Kean University
Spring 2026 Exhibitions at the Galleries at Kean University
The exhibitions feature artists exploring Black history, disability access, identity and community. From layered paintings and vibrant collages to intimate portraits and archival collections, the season highlights art as a powerful force for storytelling, advocacy and connection.
Kean University Professor’s Raising Families Project Published in Leading National Journal
Kean University Professor’s Raising Families Project Published in Leading National Journal
The Raising Families Lab, led by Zahava Friedman, Ph.D., assistant professor in Kean’s Department of Occupational Therapy, provides group therapy for children and their caregivers. It serves as a real-world training for Kean graduate students and recently earned publication in a leading national journal.
Nate Burleson Reflects on Reinvention, Leadership and Life Beyond the NFL at Kean’s President’s Distinguished Lecture Series
Nate Burleson Reflects on Reinvention, Leadership and Life Beyond the NFL at Kean’s President’s Distinguished Lecture Series
Nate Burleson, a retired NFL wide receiver turned Emmy Award-winning national television host, encouraged Kean University students to embrace reinvention and plan boldly for their futures during his appearance in the President’s Distinguished Lecture Series. Drawing on his journey from professional sports to broadcast journalism and entertainment, Burleson shared insights on leadership, adaptability and creating opportunities for others, inspiring students and community members alike to think expansively about their impact in all areas.