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Kean Graduate Turns Research into Career in Healthcare
Kean Graduate Turns Research into Career in Healthcare
Kean graduate Michelle Manochio ’22, ’26 M.S. turned her hands-on research experience in exercise science into a career as an exercise physiologist at Hackensack Meridian Health’s JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute. While at Kean, she contributed to research on pediatric obesity and exercise interventions, presenting findings at regional and national American College of Sports Medicine conferences.
Kean University ROTC Students Prepare for Service
Kean University ROTC Students Prepare for Service
Three Kean University students found community, leadership development and career direction through their involvement in ROTC after arriving through different military pathways. They note their experiences, including a recent Vietnam study trip, strengthened their leadership skills and deepened their understanding of military service as they prepare to become Army officers after graduation.
Twin Graduate Students at Kean University Lead the Way in Biotechnology Research
Twin Graduate Students at Kean University Lead the Way in Biotechnology Research
Twin researchers and biotechnology students Dhaara and Dhairavi Shah share how Kean's Center for Undergraduate Research and Fellowship (CURF) helped them build distinct identities through cancer research, internships at Merck and Regeneron, and a passion for scientific discovery that can lead to
72-Year-Old Kean Student Pays It Forward in Haiti
72-Year-Old Kean Student Pays It Forward in Haiti
A native of Pétion-Ville, Haiti, Pierre Alix Lizaire returned to college at age 72 to give back to his community. From founding a school for children in Haiti to pursuing his degree at Kean, Lizaire leads with purpose, perseverance and a belief that learning never stops.
Kean Celebrates Academic Success at 2026 Honors Convocation
Kean Celebrates Academic Success at 2026 Honors Convocation
Kean University honored more than 500 students at its 2026 Honors Convocation, recognizing academic excellence across all six colleges. Speakers highlighted the dedication behind students’ success while encouraging graduates to reflect on their journeys and pursue meaningful futures.
Kean Senior Leaves Lasting Impact Through Leadership and Service
Kean Senior Leaves Lasting Impact Through Leadership and Service
Angeryca Concepcion will graduate from Kean University with a degree in management, combining strong academic achievement with extensive campus involvement.
How Kean Student Shaun Hunter Is Building His Future in the Sports Industry
How Kean Student Shaun Hunter Is Building His Future in the Sports Industry
Senior Shaun Hunter leveraged a Kean course to secure an internship with the New Jersey Devils, where he gained hands-on experience in sports marketing and fan engagement.
'Kean Research' Spring 2026 Message from the Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs
'Kean Research' Spring 2026 Message from the Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs
Colleagues and Students,
Kean Students Help Build Immersive Virtual Tour of Nantucket’s Old Gaol Using XR
Kean Students Help Build Immersive Virtual Tour of Nantucket’s Old Gaol Using XR
Two Kean University students are helping transform Nantucket’s historic Old Gaol into an immersive virtual experience, allowing users worldwide to explore the site through 3D modeling and extended reality. The project blends digital capture with storytelling, giving users interactive control while expanding access to historically significant spaces.
Student Researcher Q&A: Samantha Dreissig
Student Researcher Q&A: Samantha Dreissig
Samantha Dreissig conducted research on transient paralysis in football players, focusing on the importance of diagnosing spinal shock and differentiating it from more severe spinal cord injuries to ensure timely and appropriate treatment. In Fall 2025, Dreissig worked with the National Football League’s (NFL) New York Giants as a student athletic trainer.