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Kean University to Award Honorary Doctorate to NRS Inc. Chairman and CEO Francis J. Walsh III
Kean University to Award Honorary Doctorate to NRS Inc. Chairman and CEO Francis J. Walsh III
Kean University will award an honorary Doctor of Business Administration to Francis J. Walsh III, chairman and chief executive officer of NRS Inc., on Wednesday, May 20, during the University’s 2026 commencement ceremony at the Prudential Center in Newark.
Credit Rating Agencies Affirm Kean University’s Strong Financial Position as NJCU Merger Advances
Credit Rating Agencies Affirm Kean University’s Strong Financial Position as NJCU Merger Advances
Strong credit ratings from Moody’s Ratings and S&P Global Ratings affirm Kean University’s financial stability, enrollment growth and strategic leadership as the University prepares to finalize its merger with New Jersey City University.
From Student to Teacher: A Kean Music Education Journey
From Student to Teacher: A Kean Music Education Journey
As he prepares to graduate from Kean and become a teacher in his hometown of Roselle Park, music education student and saxophonist Ryan Marino shares how music changed his life and inspired him to help others express themselves.
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.