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Kean University alumna Julienne Cherry ’08 MPA has built a career dedicated to public service, drawing on her Kean education to lead the United Way of Greater Union County and serve her Plainfield community. From helping establish Kean’s Cougar Pantry to connecting families with essential resources, Cherry continues to turn her passion for service into meaningful community impact.

Kean University graduate Patricia (Patt) Dennis ’21 M.A., has been named a Fulbright Scholar and will spend seven months in South Africa partnering with the University of Pretoria to help school libraries develop innovative, experiential learning programs. Inspired by Kean professor Mia Zamora, Ph.D., Dennis has built a career centered on creative education and school librarianship, and will also begin serving this summer as director of the School Library Media Specialist program at William Paterson University.

Kean University and New Jersey City University (NJCU) officials completed a historic merger, establishing Kean Jersey City as the newest campus in the Kean system.

The Kean University Board of Trustees voted on June 22 to set tuition and fees for the 2026-2027 academic year.

Kean University’s second annual Rep Your Ride car show drew hundreds of car enthusiasts, families and community members to campus, raising nearly $100,000 to support students. The event featured hundreds of vehicles, scholarship awards, community engagement and strong support from sponsors.

Kean University’s School of Public Architecture at Michael Graves College announced the recipients of its 2026 Innovation Awards, recognizing outstanding student achievement in design, research, technology, writing and public service. Now in its fifth year, the awards program highlights innovative projects and scholarship that advance the field of public architecture.

Gigi Schweikert, who earned her B.S. in early childhood education and teaching in 1985, now serves as CEO of Lightbridge Academy. She credits her time at Kean with influencing her leadership approach and lifelong commitment to education.

Graduates in business, education, counseling, accounting and more are stepping boldly into their next chapter.

Kean University celebrated the Class of 2026 at its annual commencement ceremony at Prudential Center. Thousands of undergraduate and graduate students received their degrees in front of family members, faculty, alumni and supporters.