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Artist Ricardo Roig to Unveil Human Rights-Inspired Mural at Kean

Artist Ricardo Roig to Unveil Human Rights-Inspired Mural at Kean

Ricardo Roig ’08, Kean graduate and renowned contemporary artist, unveiled his mural commemorating the 75th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights on Thursday, October 12 at the Human Rights Institute Gallery. During his yearlong residency, he is working with students and others on campus, sharing a new body of work and building community through art.
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Theatre Students and Faculty Participate in On-Stage Intimacy Training

Theatre Students and Faculty Participate in On-Stage Intimacy Training

Kean Theatre Conservatory students and faculty learned techniques for staging theatrical kisses, offering consent and more.
The Nancy Thompson Learning Commons Offers Student Support Services at Kean

The Nancy Thompson Learning Commons Offers Student Support Services at Kean

The Nancy Thompson Learning Commons (NTLC) offers student support services designed to meet the academic and research needs of the Kean community. Tutoring, writing and public speaking services at NTLC help students develop their research skills and keep them on track for graduation.

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How Architecture Impacts Your Well-Being

How Architecture Impacts Your Well-Being

Kean launches Season 2 of the Urban Impact podcast with Michael Graves College Dean David Mohney discussing the role of architecture and design in community engagement and health. Urban Impact is available on all major podcast platforms and at kean.edu/urban-impact.
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‘The Future Is Disabled’ Author Speaks at Kean’s Common Read

‘The Future Is Disabled’ Author Speaks at Kean’s Common Read

Author Leah Lakshmi Piepzna-Samarasinha gave a book reading as part of Kean’s annual shared reading experience, this year focused on the topic of disability justice.
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Kean Forensic Psychology Graduate Program Ranked #2 in U.S.

Kean Forensic Psychology Graduate Program Ranked #2 in U.S.

Kean University’s master’s program in forensic psychology has been ranked number 2 in the nation by CounselingPsychology.org.

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Kean University Receives NSF Grant to Accelerate Innovation

Kean University Receives NSF Grant to Accelerate Innovation

Kean University has been awarded a National Science Foundation (NSF) grant to support capacity-building for innovative research and jumpstart entrepreneurship and discovery.
Steve Fastook wears Silver Circle ribbon around his neck.
Kean Trustees Chair Steve Fastook Honored at 44th Annual News & Documentary Emmy Awards

Kean Trustees Chair Steve Fastook Honored at 44th Annual News & Documentary Emmy Awards

Steve Fastook ’H06, chair of the Kean University Board of Trustees, has been inducted into the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) prestigious Gold and Silver Circle, an honor society for the television industry.

Kean Partnership with New York Red Bulls Gives Students a Leg Up

Kean Partnership with New York Red Bulls Gives Students a Leg Up

Kean University’s partnership with the New York Red Bulls helps students climb higher through mentorship and career opportunities.

Joseph Nappi, who works with HRC, is NJ Teacher of the Year for 2023-2024
Kean Holocaust Resource Center Educator Named NJ Teacher of the Year

Kean Holocaust Resource Center Educator Named NJ Teacher of the Year

New Jersey’s 2023-2024 State Teacher of the Year is a Monmouth County high school teacher who works closely with the Holocaust Resource Center (HRC) and Diversity Council at Kean University.