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Kean to Play Leading Role in New State Literacy Initiative
Kean to Play Leading Role in New State Literacy Initiative
Kean University signed an agreement with New Jersey officials to facilitate a study of literacy and learning loss among elementary students as lawmakers work to improve educational outcomes for children statewide.
Kean Announces Education Partnership with 2024 HBCU NY Classic
Kean Announces Education Partnership with 2024 HBCU NY Classic
Kean University, the state’s urban research university, will serve as the New Jersey Education Partner for the 2024 HBCU NY Classic and host a series of events on its Union campus in advance of the annual football tradition in September.
Kean University Announces Federally Funded Trenton Neighborhood Revitalization Project
Kean University Announces Federally Funded Trenton Neighborhood Revitalization Project
Kean announced the Coalport Neighborhood Revitalization Planning Project, led by the John S. Watson Institute for Urban Policy and Research and the Michael Graves College School of Public Architecture, with plans for new housing, economic and employment opportunities to support residents.
Kean Consortium Unites University, Union County, Municipalities
Kean Consortium Unites University, Union County, Municipalities
Kean University is working with Union County’s municipalities and the county government to support public employees through a new consortium highlighting the University’s educational offerings and research expertise.
Kean Celebrates Inaugural Juneteenth Jamboree with Freedom Walk, Festivities
Kean Celebrates Inaugural Juneteenth Jamboree with Freedom Walk, Festivities
Kean celebrated African-American history and culture with a stirring and joyful Juneteenth Jamboree on the Union campus. Hosted by the Center for Africana Studies, the University’s inaugural Juneteenth event began with a Freedom Walk and included moving speeches, prayer and a standing-room-only crowd sharing the day that marks the end of slavery in the United States.
Kean Celebrates Founders Day with Gratitude and Fellowship
Kean Celebrates Founders Day with Gratitude and Fellowship
With festivities on campus and record-breaking gifts, the University community celebrated its history and looked toward the future. Watch this tribute to donors from President Lamont O. Repollet, Ed.D., and Kean students.
Adapted Physical Education for the Disability Community
Adapted Physical Education for the Disability Community
Join us for a compelling episode of Urban Impact with Kean Assistant Professor Alex Stribing, Ph.D., as she discusses the transformative role of adapted physical education in bridging gaps, promoting inclusion and fostering wellness among students with disabilities.
Hybrid ReelAbilities Disability Film Festival Returns to Kean University
Hybrid ReelAbilities Disability Film Festival Returns to Kean University
Engage with powerful stories through a range of short and feature-length films and documentaries that challenge perceptions and promote inclusivity of people with disabilities.
Communication Graduate Lands Social Media Role for NFL
Communication Graduate Lands Social Media Role for NFL
Alumnus Francisco Reyes ’19 makes sure NFL fans catch the best highlights from the games on their newsfeeds.
Bestselling Author, Foodie Tabitha Brown Wows Crowd in Kean President’s Distinguished Lecture Series
Bestselling Author, Foodie Tabitha Brown Wows Crowd in Kean President’s Distinguished Lecture Series
Emmy winner, New York Times bestselling author and vegan foodie Tabitha Brown brought her upbeat message of authenticity - with a dash of cooking advice - to the Kean University President’s Distinguished Lecture series this week.