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Kean’s T. Itunu Balogun Named to 2022 Emerging Education Leaders Program

Kean’s T. Itunu Balogun Named to 2022 Emerging Education Leaders Program

Kean University Deputy Chief of Staff T. Itunu Balogun has been named an Emerging Leader by the American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU) and will be participating in the organization’s Emerging Leaders Program.
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Kean Expands Its Small Business Development Center to Somerset County

Kean Expands Its Small Business Development Center to Somerset County

The New Jersey Small Business Development Center (NJSBDC) at Kean University has expanded its service territory and now will provide services to businesses in Somerset and Union counties.
Nancy Bauer Boucher and John Bauer
Kean Arts Philanthropists to Receive Honorary Degrees

Kean Arts Philanthropists to Receive Honorary Degrees

Two retired educators who are longtime supporters of the performing arts at Kean University, siblings John Bauer, Ph.D., and Nancy Boucher, will be presented with honorary degrees during Commencement 2022.

Nancy Bauer Boucher and John Bauer
Kean Arts Philanthropists to Receive Honorary Degrees

Kean Arts Philanthropists to Receive Honorary Degrees

Two retired educators who are longtime supporters of the performing arts at Kean University, siblings John Bauer, Ph.D., and Nancy Boucher, will be presented with honorary degrees during Commencement 2022.

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Kean Celebrates Honors Graduates at Convocation

Kean Celebrates Honors Graduates at Convocation

Kean University honored its highest-achieving 2022 graduates at Honors Convocation on Friday, May 6, recognizing the undergraduates’ commitment to hard work and excellence as the University prepares for Commencement next week.

Correctional system reform is topic of CBPM lecture
Kean Distinguished Lecture Takes on Correctional System Reform

Kean Distinguished Lecture Takes on Correctional System Reform

A panel of leading experts in corrections and law called for new approaches to criminal justice reform in New Jersey during a panel hosted by Kean’s College of Business and Public Management.
Casey Bucceri overcame many obstacles to earn his MSW degree at Kean
‘A Better Version of Myself’: Kean Grad Student Overcomes Obstacles to Succeed

‘A Better Version of Myself’: Kean Grad Student Overcomes Obstacles to Succeed

Master of Social Work degree graduate Casey Bucceri used motivation, dedication and discipline to overcome addiction and achieve his dream of getting an education.
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Architecture Student Helps Redesign Kean House Patio

Architecture Student Helps Redesign Kean House Patio

Santiago Rada did not have to leave campus to get real-world experience in his major, architectural studies. As an intern with the Office of Campus Planning, he contributed to several on-campus projects, including one at the president’s official residence, Kean House.
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Kean Skylands Hosts Family Fun Community Day April 23

Kean Skylands Hosts Family Fun Community Day April 23

Kean Skylands, Kean University’s campus in Jefferson, will celebrate Earth Week with a Community Day featuring tours and fun, free activities for all ages on Saturday, April 23 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the campus on Mount Paul Road. 
Former NJ Senator Raymond Lesniak, (r), talks with Elizabeth Mayor Christian Bollwage, (l), during Lesniak's Distinguished Lecture
‘Cultivating Justice,’ Former NJ Senator Gives Distinguished Lecture at Kean

‘Cultivating Justice,’ Former NJ Senator Gives Distinguished Lecture at Kean

Former state Senator Raymond Lesniak shared anecdotes and accomplishments from his storied 40-year career in New Jersey politics in a President’s Distinguished Lecture at Kean University on April 12.