Kean University Assistant Professor Supratik Kar, Ph.D., has co-developed a free AI-powered platform that helps researchers predict whether potential medicines may cause kidney damage before they reach laboratory or clinical testing. This innovative tool could make drug discovery safer, faster and more cost-effective.
Kean University Alumnus Advances Neonatal Brain Research
Inspired by a love of science and discovery that took shape when he was a student at Kean, neonatal neurologist Dr. Youssef Kousa is advancing research into how viral infections can cause brain injury before birth.
David Mohney was named to the New Jersey State Board of Architects by Gov. Mikie Sherrill. The board oversees all architectural conduct in New Jersey and protects public health and safety to uphold the standards of the profession.
Kean University welcomed approximately 23,000 students across its New Jersey and international locations for Fall 2026, marking record enrollment following its merger with New Jersey City University and the launch of Kean Jersey City. The university also received more than 23,500 applications, with students representing 41 states and 83 countries.
Kean University was named to TIME’s inaugural America’s Best Colleges 2026-2027 list, recognizing 500 institutions nationwide based on student outcomes, academic support, faculty resources and post-graduate success.
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.