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How to Survive Late Assignments

Tips for handing in an assignment past the due date

As the fall semester comes to an end, students are discovering the importance of every upcoming assignment. So, what happens when the assignment is late? Some students will just chalk it up and accept the zero, while others will do all in their power to get the credit. Full story

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Testing, Testing 1-2-3

The mic is on and the stage is set for K.U.G.A.R.’s open mic night

Shine in the spotlight on Thursday, December 12, 2013 as Kean University’s Gay Alliance Reformation (K.U.G.A.R) will be hosting an Open Mic Night from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the University Center’s (UC) Little Theatre. The student group encourages every one that is part of the Kean community to showcase their talents by performing varieties of acts ranging from musical, theatrical, dance, and spoken word entertainment. Full story

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Get Informed With AToD

AToD Peer Educators educate the Kean community

Kean University is home to many different programs on campus that are geared towards benefitting the students as a whole, increasing awareness, and understanding various topics. One of these programs is known as the alcohol, tobacco and other drugs task force, more popularly known as AToD. Full story

Living the College Life

Spaces available in residence halls for the Spring 2014 semester!

The college experience would not be complete without living the dorm room life. Living on campus offers students a multitude of benefits. Whether it is the close proximity to the classroom or the free use of laundry machines, the residence halls help students reach their individual and professional goals. Full story

Cafeteria Creations

Creating new food combinations in the cafeteria

Neither sleet nor snow can keep Kean Cougars from venturing to the New Upper Classmen Residence Hall Cafeteria during the frigid winter months. With a buffet style arrangement, this particular on campus eatery serves popular food items that allow individuals to put together any dish from their personal wish list. Full story

Students That Speak Volumes

The Speech, Language and Hearing Student Association helps others while growing professionally

Since being founded at Kean University by Dr. Barbra Lecomte over 25 years ago, the Speech, Language and Hearing Student Association (SLHSA) has served as a student organization consisting of dedicated members who are enthusiastic about raising awareness among the campus community. Full story

Be Enchanted!

A look at what it means to be a Womyn of Lambda Tau Omega

Twenty five years ago, a group of 16 intelligent, determined, and independent women had a dream they wished to see become a reality. This wish was to form a sorority that embodied all that they stood for: sisterhood, the empowerment of women, independence, and knowledge. Full story

How To Talk The Talk

Tips for talking to a professor

Few moments are as nerve-wracking as addressing an issue with a college professor. Palms are sweaty, knees are weak, heart is racing; It is a wonder the words even come out right. There comes a time in every student’s life when they must confront a professor. Full story

Get Ahead & Save Money

CLEP testing has come to Kean University

Kean University offers many services for students in order to ensure academic success. The aptly named Maxine and Jack Lane Center for Academic Success (CAS) is an epicenter for tutoring assistance and testing preparation. Recently, the center has added an additional service for students and will now be administering the College Level Examination Program, more commonly known as the CLEP test, to Kean University students. Full story