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Ars Vitalis at Kean University Presents the Music of Trent Johnson
Ars Vitalis at Kean University Presents the Music of Trent Johnson
The critically acclaimed Ars Vitalis: The New Jersey New Music Forum at Kean University will present a concert of chamber music arrangements of scenes from the opera Kenyatta by composer Trent Johnson, including a panel discussion with the composer and librettist Richard Wesley.
'Giants, Dragons & Unicorns' on Display at Kean University
'Giants, Dragons & Unicorns' on Display at Kean University
"Giants, Dragons & Unicorns: The World of Mythic Creatures," an exhibition that traces the natural and cultural roots of some of the world’s most exciting mythic creatures, has come to Kean University to inspire and delight. A free, public opening reception will be held in the Liberty Hall Academic Center Gallery on Thursday, October 19 at 5:30 p.m.
Cougar Pride on Display at Kean Homecoming
Cougar Pride on Display at Kean Homecoming
Cougar spirit and pride were everywhere at Kean Homecoming. Students, alumni and community members gathered together on campus for food and fun during one of the most anticipated weekends of the year. Check out some of the highlights.
Music and Theatre Students Share the Stage with Tony Winner Alex Newell
Music and Theatre Students Share the Stage with Tony Winner Alex Newell
Students in Kean’s music and theatre conservatories had another opportunity to sing with a Broadway star, this time joining Alex Newell as backup singers at their recent Kean Stage concert.
‘The Future Is Disabled’ Author Speaks at Kean’s Common Read
‘The Future Is Disabled’ Author Speaks at Kean’s Common Read
Author Leah Lakshmi Piepzna-Samarasinha gave a book reading as part of Kean’s annual shared reading experience, this year focused on the topic of disability justice.
Kean Trustees Chair Steve Fastook Honored at 44th Annual News & Documentary Emmy Awards
Kean Trustees Chair Steve Fastook Honored at 44th Annual News & Documentary Emmy Awards
Steve Fastook ’H06, chair of the Kean University Board of Trustees, has been inducted into the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) prestigious Gold and Silver Circle, an honor society for the television industry.
Kean Delegations Travel to Washington, D.C. for Congressional Caucus Meetings
Kean Delegations Travel to Washington, D.C. for Congressional Caucus Meetings
Two Kean University delegations met with top federal officials and congressional representatives in Washington D.C. this week to advocate for Kean’s initiatives and advance the national dialogue on important issues in higher education, further elevating the University’s national profile.
Whimsical Artwork with a Dark Haunt Come to Galleries at Kean
Whimsical Artwork with a Dark Haunt Come to Galleries at Kean
HouseBroken, an exhibition by New York-based interdisciplinary artist Melissa Stern that explores the range of emotions and experiences during the COVID-19 lockdown, is on display at the Galleries at Kean University through Friday, December 8.
Cleverly Defiant Body of Work by Figurative Artist Lisa Ficarelli-Halpern Opens at Kean
Cleverly Defiant Body of Work by Figurative Artist Lisa Ficarelli-Halpern Opens at Kean
The works of the award-winning American figurative artist, known for re-contextualizing art-historical images within a contemporary setting, are on display at the Karl and Helen Burger Gallery in the exhibition, "RE: History Contemporary Takes" through December 8.
Jazz & Roots Music Festival at Kean Features Reggae, Fusion and Fun
Jazz & Roots Music Festival at Kean Features Reggae, Fusion and Fun
Kean University invites the public to its third annual Jazz & Roots Music Festival, a free, outdoor celebration of an eclectic variety of music, at the Kean campus on Saturday, September 23.