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How Anchor Institutions Help Shape Communities: A Conversation with Kean University President Lamont O. Repollet, Ed.D.

How Anchor Institutions Help Shape Communities: A Conversation with Kean University President Lamont O. Repollet, Ed.D.

In this special kickoff to Season 3 of "Urban Impact," President Lamont O. Repollet, Ed.D., defines what it means to be an anchor institution and explains the critical role institutions like Kean play in building community partnerships and driving local development.
Kean Introduces Men’s and Women’s Golf Teams

Kean Introduces Men’s and Women’s Golf Teams

Kean University is one of only a few Division III schools in New Jersey offering Men’s and Women’s Golf, giving more student-athletes the opportunity to excel both on the course and in the classroom. See how Kean Golf is building a culture of success and a program that is built to last.

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Hundreds Attend Inaugural Higher Ed Conference on Teaching

Hundreds Attend Inaugural Higher Ed Conference on Teaching

Faculty from Kean and nearly two dozen other universities gathered virtually to exchange effective teaching strategies and discuss the role of AI in education during the conference hosted by Kean’s Office of the Provost.
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Kean Associate Vice President Named to HACU Leadership Academy

Kean Associate Vice President Named to HACU Leadership Academy

Neva Lozada, Ed.D., is one of only 45 higher education professionals nationwide selected as a fellow in the prestigious Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities Leadership Academy/La Academia de Liderazgo, a program aimed at increasing diverse leadership in higher education.
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Kean Public Administration Graduate Leads County Office Serving People with Disabilities

Kean Public Administration Graduate Leads County Office Serving People with Disabilities

Alumni Association Board Member Diana Calle ’12, ’15 M.A., broke language and cultural barriers to become the first in her family to earn a degree. Now, as director of Union County’s Office of Persons with Disabilities and Special Needs, she’s inspiring others and giving back to her community.
Kean University IT: Building a Connected, Secure Campus

Kean University IT: Building a Connected, Secure Campus

Kean University is embarking on a comprehensive IT transformation to enhance the campus community’s technology experience.

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Kean First-Generation Students Chosen for ‘America Needs You’ Career Program

Kean First-Generation Students Chosen for ‘America Needs You’ Career Program

Eleven Kean students were chosen for fellowships in the national ANY program, which offers mentoring and workshops on resume building, networking and career preparation.
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Kean’s Cougar Re-entry Program Hosts Successful Career Fair

Kean’s Cougar Re-entry Program Hosts Successful Career Fair

The program, which assists individuals involved in the justice system in reentering the workforce, held a Jobs Fair at Kean Hall, connecting more than a dozen attendees with companies offering long-term employment opportunities.
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Kean University Recognized for Social Mobility by 'U.S. News & World Report' for Sixth Consecutive Year

Kean University Recognized for Social Mobility by 'U.S. News & World Report' for Sixth Consecutive Year

Kean is recognized as a top national university for advancing social mobility, highlighting its commitment to helping all students succeed and graduate.
Kean Draws Thousands of Visitors to Jazz & Roots Music Festival

Kean Draws Thousands of Visitors to Jazz & Roots Music Festival

Music lovers packed The Lawn at Enlow Hall for Kean’s annual free outdoor music festival. From soulful jazz to electrifying reggae, the community event celebrated music and culture with performances that lit up the stage and filled the air with good vibes.