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Kean Launches New Academic Year Focused on Equity and ‘Anchoring Down’

Kean University President Lamont O. Repollet, Ed.D., began his fifth academic year at the helm of New Jersey’s urban research university with a visionary Opening Day address, highlighting Kean’s work in closing equity gaps and serving as an anchor institution in the U.S. and worldwide.

A graphic image of the number 100, within each numeral are multiple photos of John S. Watson Sr.

Kean’s John S. Watson Institute Honors Namesake on His 100th Birthday

Kean University’s John S. Watson Institute for Urban Policy and Research celebrates the 100th birthday of its namesake, the late John S. Watson Sr., and will kick off a year of programs and events continuing the visionary leader’s legacy.

Miron Student Center at Kean University in the summer, surrounded by trees.

Kean to Play Leading Role in New State Literacy Initiative

Kean University signed an agreement with New Jersey officials to facilitate a study of literacy and learning loss among elementary students as lawmakers work to improve educational outcomes for children statewide.

Playwright Benjamin V. Marshall poses in front of a bookshelf.

‘Still,’ New Historical Play at Premiere Stages, Written by Kean Alumnus

Playwright and Kean University alumnus Benjamin V. Marshall ’73 brought the dramatic history of a New Jersey abolitionist to life for audiences at the Bauer Boucher Theatre Center on Kean’s Union campus.

Kean President Repollet and education officials pose with the student intern award winners.

Kean Student Teachers Among Those Honored at State Ceremony

Three new teachers who recently graduated from Kean University were recognized as among the top student teachers in the state this year.

Kean Recognizes Juneteenth with Public Celebration, Announces New National Partnership

Kean University’s new Center for Africana Studies hosted its first Juneteenth Jamboree as the University announced that Phi Beta Sigma, one of the oldest historically Black fraternities in the country, is joining the KEANetwork employee benefit program.

Musician and composer Celil Refik Kaya plays guitar.

Guitarfest, a Free Celebration of Classical Guitar, to Be Held at Kean

International recording and performing artist Celil Refik Kaya, DMA, will give a solo recital as part of Guitarfest, which will also feature performances by the New Jersey Music Educators Association Honors Guitar Ensemble, the New Jersey Guitar Orchestra, the New Jersey Guitar Quartet, high school guitar ensembles, and a flute and guitar duo.

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Inside Kean University's Journey to Sustainability, with Felice Vazquez

Hear how the University’s innovative efforts led to a prestigious Silver STARS rating for sustainability. Hosts Michael Salvatore, Ph.D., and Barbara George Johnson, J.D., talk with Felice Vazquez Esq., Kean’s senior vice president for planning and special counsel to the president, about the importance of sustainability in higher education.

Kevin Hannon stands by a posterboard with information about his Chef Dalle application.

Kean Computer Science Graduate Makes Jailbreaking Breakthrough

Computer science graduate Brendan Hannon ’24 developed a novel approach to testing AI applications like ChatGPT and revealed vulnerabilities that could allow the technology to be misused for unscrupulous purposes.

Innovative GAMER Program Boosts Student-Athletes' Academic Success

Student-athletes are leveling up under Kean Athletics' GAMER plan. By helping them improve their academic performance, GAMER ensures players excel in the classroom so they can compete on the athletic field and reach their ultimate goal — graduation.

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