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A Space for Reflection: Kean’s Prayer and Meditation Room
A Space for Reflection: Kean’s Prayer and Meditation Room
Experience the serene and inclusive atmosphere of Kean University's Meditation and Interfaith Room. Designed for students and staff of all faiths and beliefs, this space is dedicated to reflection, respect and connection.
Q&A: Jennifer Chen, Ed.D., on Educating Young Children in an AI-Driven World
Q&A: Jennifer Chen, Ed.D., on Educating Young Children in an AI-Driven World
The chair of the Department of Early Childhood Education, conducts research on AI and its impact on children’s learning and development. She shares her thoughts on AI and how to better leverage the technology to serve children’s educational needs.
Ndaba Mandela, Kean Senior Human Rights Fellow, to Give President’s Distinguished Lecture
Ndaba Mandela, Kean Senior Human Rights Fellow, to Give President’s Distinguished Lecture
Ndaba Mandela, human rights activist and grandson of the late anti-apartheid leader Nelson Mandela, will headline Kean University’s Human Rights Week and the President’s Distinguished Lecture Series as the Senior Human Rights Fellow at the University’s Human Rights Institute.
Understanding the Cannabis Industry: Kean Launches Innovative Course
Understanding the Cannabis Industry: Kean Launches Innovative Course
Kean University students recently toured a cannabis dispensary as part of a new cannabis course, which dives into its history and biology as well as opportunities within New Jersey's rapidly growing cannabis industry.
Former U.S. Senator Al Franken Gives Distinguished Lecture at Kean University
Former U.S. Senator Al Franken Gives Distinguished Lecture at Kean University
An alumnus of the U.S. Senate and the late-night comedy show Saturday Night Live, Al Franken shared both political insights and career anecdotes with the Kean community.
Lawmakers Highlight Tutoring Initiatives to Address Post-Pandemic Learning Loss During Visit to Kean University
Lawmakers Highlight Tutoring Initiatives to Address Post-Pandemic Learning Loss During Visit to Kean University
U.S. Rep. Mikie Sherrill, New Jersey Senate President Nicholas Scutari ’89, Senate Majority Leader Teresa Ruiz, Union County Commissioner Sergio Granados ’10, ’16 M.P.A., and top administrators announced a new tutoring initiative to help elementary school students in Union County overcome pandemic-related learning loss.
Kean Graduate Helps Asylum Seekers Resettle in the U.S.
Kean Graduate Helps Asylum Seekers Resettle in the U.S.
Tina-Marie Lopez ’11, executive director of the International Rescue Committee for New York/New Jersey, leads resettlement services for refugees and asylum-seekers in the region. She credits her time at Kean for laying the foundation for her success in helping individuals build new lives.
Kean Architecture Student Pursues Dream of Inclusive Architecture
Kean Architecture Student Pursues Dream of Inclusive Architecture
Kean University architecture student Sean Santos is inspired by his neurodivergent brother to design inclusive architecture that serves the needs of all individuals.
Kean Is Family: Building Bonds Through Lacrosse
Kean Is Family: Building Bonds Through Lacrosse
Men's Lacrosse Head Coach Alex Lopes met his wife, Olivia, at Kean. Now, he’s back on campus, leading the men’s lacrosse team and building a new family of players united by their shared passion, hard work and Kean spirit.
Vice President for Enrollment Services La Toro Yates, Ph.D., Builds on Kean’s Enrollment Growth
Vice President for Enrollment Services La Toro Yates, Ph.D., Builds on Kean’s Enrollment Growth
Vice President for Enrollment Services La Toro Yates, Ph.D., who joined the University in September, said he realized there were amazing things happening at Kean.