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Supplemental Instruction Improves Grades and Retention at Kean

Supplemental Instruction Improves Grades and Retention at Kean

Students in challenging courses like chemistry and computer science are boosting their grades and their confidence by attending supplemental instruction sessions in a new program at Kean.
Research is an important and growing part of a Kean education
New Freshman Research Initiative to Launch at Kean

New Freshman Research Initiative to Launch at Kean

Kean University is heightening its focus on undergraduate research by introducing a new Freshman Research Initiative that will involve students in high-quality research during their first year on campus.
Chris Halton of the NBA speaks to Kean students
From Kean to the NBA, Alumnus Talks Careers with Students

From Kean to the NBA, Alumnus Talks Careers with Students

Every time NBA fans watch an instant replay or read the statistics that crop up during broadcasts of the games, they see the work of Kean alumnus Chris Halton.

And he credits Kean with helping him get started.

Q&A: Navigating the Psychological and Ethical Aspects of Genetic Counseling

Q&A: Navigating the Psychological and Ethical Aspects of Genetic Counseling

The director of the genetic counseling graduate program at Kean says trained genetic counselors are essential for helping patients navigate complex testing procedures and results that can have wide-ranging implications for lifetime health.
David Axelrod, former White House senior advisor, with Kean students
Former Obama Advisor David Axelrod Tells Audience at Kean to ‘Hold Us Accountable’

Former Obama Advisor David Axelrod Tells Audience at Kean to ‘Hold Us Accountable’

Political consultant and former senior White House advisor David Axelrod urged an audience at Kean’s Distinguished Lecture Series to use the tools they’ve been given and get involved in politics and government to hold the system accountable.
President Dawood Farahi, Ph.D. and others at Hynes Hall Sneak Peak
A Sneak Peek of Kean’s Newest Academic Building, Hynes Hall

A Sneak Peek of Kean’s Newest Academic Building, Hynes Hall

Kean President Dawood Farahi, Ph.D., this week toured Hynes Hall, Kean’s newest academic building which is currently under construction, with a delegation of top leadership from the University and the College of Business and Public Management (CBPM) and its schools.

Q&A: Kean Professor James Drylie, Ph.D., on Reducing Mass Shootings and Enhancing Public Safety

Q&A: Kean Professor James Drylie, Ph.D., on Reducing Mass Shootings and Enhancing Public Safety

James J. Drylie, Ph.D., executive director of the School of Criminal Justice and Public Administration and a U.S./U.K. Fulbright Police Scholar, discusses the reasons behind mass shootings in the nation and what can be done about them.
 Frank Argote-Freyre, Ph.D., and Sue Kozel
Two Kean History Professors Named New Jersey Public Scholars

Two Kean History Professors Named New Jersey Public Scholars

Kean University history faculty members Frank Argote-Freyre, Ph.D., and Sue Kozel will be giving lectures throughout the state over the next two years as newly named New Jersey Public Scholars. 

An overhead shot of the Wenzhou-Kean University campus
Wenzhou-Kean University Approved to Offer Graduate Programs

Wenzhou-Kean University Approved to Offer Graduate Programs

The Ministry of Education of China recently granted Wenzhou-Kean University approval to launch 11 graduate-level programs, marking a pivotal moment in the growth of Kean’s campus in China.

Kean Hosts STEM Education Training Program for Chinese Delegation

Kean Hosts STEM Education Training Program for Chinese Delegation

A delegation of 19 educators from China recently came to Kean University to learn the American approach to science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education.