Africana Studies Events
Upcoming Events
Tuesday, June 24, 2025
Freedom Walk and Convocation
9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Miron Student Center, Little Theater
A powerful walk symbolizing the journey to freedom, followed by an opening ceremony to launch the week’s events.
Wednesday, June 25, 2025
“Before We Were Slaves” – South Africa Recap Panel Discussion
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Miron Student Center, Little Theater
A reflective panel exploring the rich history and cultural insights from a recent educational journey to South Africa—highlighting stories and legacies that predate slavery.
Wednesday, June 25, 2025
The D9: “Uniting Our Voices, Uniting as One” – Meet & Greet
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Miron Student Center, Little Theater
A special gathering spotlighting the importance of Divine Nine organizations and their impact on the Black community.
Thursday, June 26, 2025
4:00 PM - 5:00 pm
Miron Student Center, Little Theater
Ali Jackson and Friends: A Journey Through Faith, Art, and Culture
Sunday, June 29, 2025
Service at Metropolitan Baptist Church
9:15 Am
149 Springfield Ave, Newark, NJ 07103
Closing the week with a spirit-filled service honoring faith and resilience.
Past Events
3M Breakfast - Celebrating Black History Month
Black History Month and Youth Celebration
Date: Saturday, February 22, 2025
Time: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: STEM Building
HBCU Classic College Fair
Date: Wednesday, September 11, 2024
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Location: Harwood Arena
HBCU Classic Step Show
Date: Friday, September 13, 2024
Time: 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Location: Harwood Arena
Reservation Time: 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM
HBCU NY Football Classic
Date: Saturday, September 14, 2024
Time: 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Location: MetLife Stadium - East Rutherford, NJ
Kean at the Vineyard
Kean Day at the Beach
Tuesday, Jul 30, 2024
African American Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey Annual Golf Classic
Monday, Jul 22, 2024
Fiddler's Elbow Country Club
Bedminster, NJ
The Annual Sigma Cookout in Plainfield
Sunday, Jul 21, 2024
The 4th Annual Kean Athletics Golf Outing
Jul 17, 2024
Galloping Hill Golf Course
Fifth Annual Kool Kids Foundation Golf Outing
Wednesday, July 16, 2024
Cedar Hill Country Club, 100 Walnut St, Livingston, NJ
2024 Juneteenth Jamboree
On June 19, 2024, Kean University College of Education's Center for Africana Studies hosted a Juneteenth Jamboree to celebrate "Freedom Day," which commemorates the emancipation of slaves in the U.S. The event featured a Freedom Walk on campus, promoting the significance of acknowledging our collective history and working toward equity and inclusion in our society. Festivities included free food truck treats, ice cream, DJ music, and face painting.
Meeting with Ghanaian Diplomats and Center for Africana Studies
Wednesday, Jun 19, 2024
Hennings Hall, Room 219
Employee Appreciation Day
Tuesday, June 18, 2024, the Center for Africana Studies was present at the Employee Appreciation Day, invited by President Lamont O. Repollet, Ed.D., who was pleased to invite all Kean employees.
Undergraduate Commencement
On Thursday, May 16, 2024, the Center for Africana Studies was honored to serve as Commencement Marshals during the Undergraduate Commencement. We were proud to show our support for our African Studies Minors students and for those students who proudly celebrated their African heritage.
Graduate Commencement
On the distinguished occasion of the Graduate Commencement held on Tuesday, May 14, 2024, the Center for Africana Studies had the esteemed privilege of serving as Commencement Marshals. It was a source of great pride for us to extend our wholehearted support to our African Studies Minors students, as well as to those students who take pride in celebrating their African heritage.
37th Annual African Heritage Graduation Ceremony
Saturday, May 4, 2024
Wilkins Theater
Kean University College of Education's Center for Africana Studies celebrated our students' achievements, inspiring them to strive for greatness. We marked our 37th Annual African Heritage Graduation Ceremony, where we applauded the academic accomplishments of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students who completed their studies in January, as well as those who filed for graduation in May and August. By celebrating with our students, their families, friends, and the Kean community, we honored their hard work, dedication, and the rich culture of our African.
Kean Day on Capitol Hill
Wednesday, April 10, 2024
In partnership with Kean University’s Office of Government Affairs & Community Partnerships and the Faith-Based Institute of Public Policy, I am organizing a trip aimed at facilitating meaningful interactions between religious leaders and legislators. The trip is scheduled for April 10, 2024, and I believe it presents a unique opportunity for us to come together, form relationships, and navigate policy issues that are vital to the communities we’ve all chosen to serve.
Afro-Latinx Panel Student Discussion
Tuesday, February 20, 2024
Miron Student Center, Little Theater
Kean University College of Education's Center for Africana Studies organized a panel discussion titled "The Afro-Latino Experience of Kean Students." This event aimed to amplify the diverse voices within the community. The students provided a platform for their peers to share their unique experiences, perspectives, and insights, contributing to a dialogue on identity. Feel free to click on the link below to enjoy this amazing experience! https://lnkd.in/e9sPS_NR.
Research Days - Graduate Poster Presentation
Predictors of Afro-Latinx People’s Ethnic-Racial Identification
Wenmi Severino, Faculty Research Adviso - Peter Kardos
Launch of the Center for Africana Studies
On February 21, 2024, the Center for Africana Studies, a place that honors history, hosted The Launch Of The Center For Africana Studies. This significant event included a private reception for esteemed guests, a celebration of academic excellence, and cultural diversity. The Black Executive Leadership Council within Bank of America Merrill Lynch showed their support for the rich heritage and contributions of the Africana Diaspora.
Center for Africana Studies - Traveling Museum
Monday, February 19, 2024
Stem Building
Kean University’s new Center for Africana Studies is hosting a traveling museum on campus this week. Yesterday, we hosted the Black church exhibit at Hynes Hall. Monday February 19th, we will be at Stem Atrium from 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm, featuring our Redlining exhibit. There will be live performances and refreshments.
