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The speakers and panelists at the NJ Coalition of Africana Studies Summit pose on stage.

Kean Launches Statewide Initiative to Strengthen African American Studies in NJ

Leaders from higher education, government, nonprofits and faith communities gathered at Kean to kick off the New Jersey Coalition of Africana Studies, which seeks to build partnerships among institutions to expand and enhance African American studies across the state.

Kean University President Lamont O. Repollet, Ed.D. speaks at a podium festooned with flowers at the 20th IAUP Conference in China

President Repollet Delivers Keynote on Advancing Equity Through Artificial Intelligence at International Conference in Beijing

President Lamont O. Repollet, Ed.D., highlighted the potential of AI to advance equity and improve student success in higher education during a keynote at the International Association of University Presidents (IAUP) 2024 Conference in Beijing, sharing examples of Kean’s AI initiatives aimed at supporting diverse student needs.

A composite photo with portraits of Al Franken, Ndaba Mandels, Temple Grandin, Giancarlo Esposito and Kara Swisher

Former U.S. Sen. Al Franken Kicks Off Impressive Lineup of President’s Distinguished Lecture Series Speakers

Kean's PDLS will showcase distinguished speakers on the topics of politics, human rights, science, technology, media and the arts. The lectures are open to the public, with free tickets for Kean students, faculty and staff.

Students work on their portfolios in the workshop

Kean Prior Learning Assessment Helps Returning Students Earn Their Degrees

Returning students with some college credit but no degree recently attended a Global Education and Resource Campus workshop to learn how to document the career skills and knowledge they've acquired, with the goal of earning academic credit.

Kean Associate Vice President Named to HACU Leadership Academy

Neva Lozada, Ed.D., is one of only 45 higher education professionals nationwide selected as a fellow in the prestigious Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities Leadership Academy/La Academia de Liderazgo, a program aimed at increasing diverse leadership in higher education.

Diana Calle, with long dark hair and wearing a blue shirt, poses outdoors with trees behind her.

Kean Public Administration Graduate Leads County Office Serving People with Disabilities

Alumni Association Board Member Diana Calle ’12, ’15 M.A., broke language and cultural barriers to become the first in her family to earn a degree. Now, as director of Union County’s Office of Persons with Disabilities and Special Needs, she’s inspiring others and giving back to her community.

First-gen Kean students will learn career skills as America Needs You fellows

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.

Two men, their backs to the camera, sit at a desk with the sign, "Cougar Re-entry Program."

Kean’s Cougar Re-entry Program Hosts Successful Career Fair

The program, which assists individuals involved in the justice system in reentering the workforce, held a Jobs Fair at Kean Hall, connecting more than a dozen attendees with companies offering long-term employment opportunities.

Kean University Recognized for Social Mobility by 'U.S. News & World Report' for Sixth Consecutive Year

Kean is recognized as a top national university for advancing social mobility, highlighting its commitment to helping all students succeed and graduate.

Kean Draws Thousands of Visitors to Jazz & Roots Music Festival

Music lovers packed The Lawn at Enlow Hall for Kean’s annual free outdoor music festival. From soulful jazz to electrifying reggae, the community event celebrated music and culture with performances that lit up the stage and filled the air with good vibes.

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