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Kean students work with students from other universities in the New College Challenge
Architecture Students Helping Redesign Florida College

Architecture Students Helping Redesign Florida College

Kean is one of six universities selected for the New College Challenge, in which architecture and design students reimagine a Florida college campus to address environmental, sustainability and other challenges.
Why Students Love Kean University

Why Students Love Kean University

This Valentine's Day, we showcase the love our students have for Kean University. In this video, students share what makes Kean so special to them, from our supportive community to our engaging academics.

Dr. Daniela Shebitz, a woman with long, dark hair, smiles in a image with the words Urban Impact, Episode 3.
Urban Impact Episode 3: “Are Urban Farms and Micro Forests the Key to a Healthier Planet?”

Urban Impact Episode 3: “Are Urban Farms and Micro Forests the Key to a Healthier Planet?”

On the third episode of Kean’s podcast, "Urban Impact," ethnobotanist and chair of the Department of Environmental and Sustainability Sciences, Daniela Shebitz, Ph.D., talks about how environmental researchers at Kean are breathing new life into urban spaces.
Nia Phillips is a Kean graduate and physician assistant
Kean Biology Graduate Encourages Diversity in Medicine

Kean Biology Graduate Encourages Diversity in Medicine

A physician assistant and podcast co-host, Nia Phillips '14, DMS, is passionate about patient care and empowering Black listeners to pursue careers in medicine.
Author James McBride speaks with moderator Deonte Griffin-Quick, a Kean alumnus
Author James McBride Urges Kean Audience to ‘Move Your Heart to a Better Place’

Author James McBride Urges Kean Audience to ‘Move Your Heart to a Better Place’

The award-winning author spoke during Kean’s Black History Month celebration as part of the President's Distinguished Lecture Series, offering a message about inclusion, kindness and the power of education.
Celebrating Black History Month: A Walk Through Time with Historical Wax Figures

Celebrating Black History Month: A Walk Through Time with Historical Wax Figures

Kean University kicked off Black History Month with a one-day exhibition of several prominent Black historical figures from The National Great Blacks in Wax Museum. Check out our video to see how students, faculty and staff connected with history as they viewed the wax figures.

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Higher Ed Computer Science Enrollment Gets Boost from Latest Tech

Higher Ed Computer Science Enrollment Gets Boost from Latest Tech

Smart homes, self-driving cars and advances in artificial intelligence are all fueling interest in computer science – and increasing enrollment – at Kean and other universities.
Teacher working with preschoolers at child care center
Kean Receives $2.7 Million Grant to Provide Free Child Care for Students

Kean Receives $2.7 Million Grant to Provide Free Child Care for Students

The CCAMPIS grant from the U.S. Department of Education will help Kean students achieve their academic goals by providing quality care for their children so they can attend classes.
A graphic image with a photo of Dr. David Birdsell, with the words Urban Impact and Kean University
'Urban Impact' Podcast Episode 2 Now Available

'Urban Impact' Podcast Episode 2 Now Available

On the second episode of Kean’s podcast, Urban Impact, Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs David S. Birdsell, Ph.D., explains what Kean’s urban research designation means for students, researchers and communities across New Jersey.
Kean assistant professor Jun Cheng PhD is part of the new Kean coastal team
Kean University Coastal Team to Tackle Environmental Issues Along the Shore

Kean University Coastal Team to Tackle Environmental Issues Along the Shore

An interdisciplinary team of researchers will tackle issues stemming from climate change and other environmental pressures, with work beginning this semester in the Borough of Keyport.