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Wenzhou-Kean University Launches Graduate Programs

Wenzhou-Kean University Launches Graduate Programs

A new era in the development of Wenzhou-Kean University began this semester with the launch of three graduate programs at Kean’s China campus — a doctorate in educational leadership, and master’s degrees in instruction and curriculum, and biotechnology science.
Cougars Climb Higher Together

Cougars Climb Higher Together

VIDEO: It's up to each of us to do our part to keep our fellow Cougars safe. Follow the lead of the Kean Cougar mascot and take these steps to protect our community.

Kean University global studies student Natalie Hernandez
Kean Student Says Political Science Lessons Prepared Her to Run for Office

Kean Student Says Political Science Lessons Prepared Her to Run for Office

Kean University student Natalie Hernandez is taking the lessons she has learned in her political science classes to heart and is running for the Elizabeth Board of Education.

Associate Professor Jing-Chiou Liou, Ph.D.
Kean Associate Professor Patents New Computer Password System

Kean Associate Professor Patents New Computer Password System

School of Computer Science and Technology Associate Professor Jing-Chiou Liou, Ph.D., has patented an invention that could improve computer login authentication and reduce the number of passwords users need.
COVID-19 Testing and Contact Tracing Protect Kean Campus and Community

COVID-19 Testing and Contact Tracing Protect Kean Campus and Community

Kean University, in coordination with the County of Union, is offering nasal swab testing for the entire community and saliva testing for residential students amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Watch and see how this innovative partnership helps to keep students and others safe.
A diverse group of students on Kean University's campus.
Kean Recognized for Social Mobility and Ethnic Diversity by U.S. News & World Report

Kean Recognized for Social Mobility and Ethnic Diversity by U.S. News & World Report

For the second year, U.S. News & World Report has ranked Kean University as a top-performing school for helping economically disadvantaged students succeed and graduate.

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Nationwide Comp Sci Research Program Paves the Way to Advanced Degrees

Nationwide Comp Sci Research Program Paves the Way to Advanced Degrees

Kean computer science and technology students collaborated with professors at universities nationwide in virtual research this summer as part of a mentoring program designed to break down barriers to graduate school.

A closeup of a student registering to vote at a desk.
Kean Voting Squad Works to Get Out the Vote

Kean Voting Squad Works to Get Out the Vote

A corps of student volunteers called the Voting Squad is fanning out across Kean University, on campus and remotely, to register students to vote in the upcoming election.
Kean Student Juggles Minor League Baseball Career and Classwork

Kean Student Juggles Minor League Baseball Career and Classwork

Kean University student James Pugliese will bring his eight years of experience as a minor league baseball pitcher in the Chicago Cubs farm team system into his future career as a teacher and a coach.
Welcome Back, Kean Cougars

Welcome Back, Kean Cougars

VIDEO: Kean University is ready to welcome back the entire community for the Fall 2020 semester, both virtually and on campus. Hear from students, faculty and staff about the role everyone plays in creating a safe environment.