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Kean Is Family: Building Bonds Through Lacrosse

Kean Is Family: Building Bonds Through Lacrosse

Men's Lacrosse Head Coach Alex Lopes met his wife, Olivia, at Kean. Now, he’s back on campus, leading the men’s lacrosse team and building a new family of players united by their shared passion, hard work and Kean spirit.

Head and shoulders photo of La Toro Yates, Ph.D.
Vice President for Enrollment Services La Toro Yates, Ph.D., Builds on Kean’s Enrollment Growth

Vice President for Enrollment Services La Toro Yates, Ph.D., Builds on Kean’s Enrollment Growth

Kean’s new Vice President for Enrollment Services La Toro Yates, Ph.D., joined the University last month. A New Jersey native, he began his higher education career as an admissions counselor at St. Peter’s College in Jersey City, where he earned his undergraduate degree.

Kean students met with prospective employers at the 2024 job fair
New Cougar Career Collaborative Initiative Boosts Student Career Opportunities

New Cougar Career Collaborative Initiative Boosts Student Career Opportunities

Kean University is expanding career development opportunities for students through a new initiative, the Cougar Career Collaborative, designed to strengthen partnerships between the University and employers.

Spirited Crowd Enjoys Kean Homecoming

Spirited Crowd Enjoys Kean Homecoming

Kean's campus was alive with Cougar spirit as thousands of students, alumni and community members gathered for Homecoming, a day brimming with Kean pride. Relive the highlights and feel the energy of one of the University's most anticipated annual traditions.
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.

First-gen Kean students will learn career skills as America Needs You fellows
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.
A 2024 headshot of Kean President Lamont O. Repollet Ed.D.
Kean University Board of Trustees Approves New Five-Year Contract for Visionary President Lamont Repollet

Kean University Board of Trustees Approves New Five-Year Contract for Visionary President Lamont Repollet

The new five-year contract for President Lamont O. Repollet, Ed.D., approved by the Board of Trustees, extends his transformative leadership as the University continues to evolve as a national research institution.
Dr. Bernice “Bernie” VanSteyn-Weiss stands in front of a display of Kean presidents' photos
Kean University Foundation Announces Transformative Legacy Gift from Dr. Bernice VanSteyn-Weiss

Kean University Foundation Announces Transformative Legacy Gift from Dr. Bernice VanSteyn-Weiss

The generous donation from Bernice “Bernie” VanSteyn-Weiss, Ed.D., a longtime state higher education leader and former first lady of the University, will be allocated to Kean’s most essential needs.
Smiling students gather around Keanu the Cougar mascot at the step show.
Kean Celebrates Diversity and Black Excellence as NJ Education Partner of the HBCU NY Classic

Kean Celebrates Diversity and Black Excellence as NJ Education Partner of the HBCU NY Classic

Kean, the New Jersey Education Partner of the HBCU NY Classic, hosted a step show, college fair and tailgate leading up to the annual football game.
A diverse group of Kean students sits on the lawn, discussing the Common Read book selection
Kean Students Share Learning, Build Connections in Common Read

Kean Students Share Learning, Build Connections in Common Read

Students across the Kean campus will be on the same page this fall, sharing viewpoints about environmental justice, sustainability and community as they discuss the novel, 'How Beautiful We Were' as part of the University’s Common Read.