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Winter Weather Announcement

Due to the winter weather forecast and the governor’s state of emergency, all Kean campuses will shift to remote operations at noon tomorrow, Sunday, February 22, and all day on Monday, February 23. 

All classes and activities will be conducted remotely during this time. Employees will also work remotely. Only those employees deemed essential during weather emergencies should report to campus. Employees with questions about their status should consult their supervisor. 

Keanu’s Kitchen will be open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Sunday and Monday to serve residential students. 

All vehicles parked on the main Kean campus must be relocated to the Kean Parking Deck next to Hynes Hall by 9 p.m. today to facilitate campus cleanup. Vehicles parked elsewhere on campus may be relocated. 

President Repollet’s book signing at Metropolitan Baptist Church, originally scheduled for tomorrow, is canceled. 

Visual Storytelling

Showing the Kean Experience Through Authentic Visuals

Photos and videos are some of the most powerful tools we have to tell Kean’s story. They help us capture the energy, diversity and real-world impact of our students, faculty and programs.

Whether you’re promoting an event, designing a flyer, building a webpage, or posting on social media, the images you choose should reflect Kean’s values and visual style.

Kean students exit STEM building
Kean students walk near the North Avenue Academic Building

What Makes a Photo “On Brand”?

Kean’s photography and videography should feel:

  • Authentic: Candid, in-the-moment, not overly posed
  • Diverse: Reflecting the range of people, cultures and communities we serve
  • Engaged: Showing students and faculty interacting, creating, learning and leading
  • Bright and Optimistic: Using natural light and warm tones where possible
  • Purpose-Driven: Focused on outcomes, impact or human connection

Avoid images that feel staged, overly formal, generic or disconnected from the Kean experience.
 

Capture This ✔️

Avoid This ✖️

Students collaborating or presenting

Isolated people with no activity

Faculty mentoring or in active teaching

Headshots with no context

Moments from campus life or events

Empty buildings or classrooms

Real community impact and service

Stock images not taken at Kean
Two Kean students shake hands

Video Guidelines

Video is a powerful way to show Kean’s voice in action. When creating video content:

  • Use real voices of our students, faculty, alumni, partners
  • Capture real moments, not scripted scenes
  • Keep it accessible, include captions or transcripts
  • Use natural lighting and clear audio wherever possible
  • Include Kean branding (logo or end card) where appropriate

Where to Get Kean Visual Assets

The Office of University Relations maintains a growing library of approved photography and video content. This includes:

Fall beauty shot of three students of color

Need help? Reach out to University Relations for support with photo selection, permissions or video production tips.

*Always ask the subjects of your photographs and videos to sign a release form and keep it on file.

Avoid These Common Pitfalls for Photos and Video

  • Overly posed, unnatural expressions
  • Outdated technology or settings
  • Homogenous groups or lack of visible diversity
  • Empty classrooms or facilities without people
  • Stock photos/videos not taken at Kean (use Kean imagery whenever possible)