Use the fields below to perform an advanced search of ' archives. This will return articles, images, and multimedia relevant to your query. You can also try a Basic search
429 items found for your search. If no results were found please broaden your search.
As students go through their formative years in college, there are many honors they can accumulate. One of the most widely known here in America is the Dean’s List, an award given to those who, at Kean University, achieve a GPA of 3.45 or higher during the semester.
On Wednesday, April 8, the Student Life Media Team and the Kean Wellness Center hosted a Paws & Peace event, where students could relieve their stress with therapy dogs, coloring sessions, and a smoothie bar.
On Monday, March 23, Social Media manager, Melody Cadet sat down with Vanessa Garate to discuss her research to improve prenatal healthcare and communication.
On Friday, February 13, the Student Life Media Team sat down with Lisia Aikens for a conversation rooted in history, community, and culture. SLMT's Senior Editor Courtney Joy Breeden interviewed Ms. Aikens, Administrative Assistant for the Center of Africana Studies, about the place of Black history in America, and the ways Kean University continues to cultivate Black-centered spaces where education, collaboration, and leadership thrive.
January is Muslim Heritage Month in New Jersey, following a bill signed by Governor Phil Murphy in 2023. At the time, Murphy emphasized the importance of acknowledging the state’s diverse Muslim communities, noting that the month would “celebrate the rich history, culture, and contributions of Muslim Americans who help make New Jersey stronger.”
On Tuesday, October 21, Kean welcomed renowned, award-winning tech journalist and entrepreneur Kara Swisher for its first President’s Distinguished Lecture of the semester.
As the 2025 New Jersey gubernatorial election approaches on Tuesday, November 4, Kean University is ramping up efforts to ensure students are ready to vote. With rising costs of living, student affordability, and state-level education on the ballot, Kean’s campus leaders are urging students to recognize their power and make it count.
In continuing with our theme of acknowledging the accomplishments of Kean University's Leading Ladies, the Student Life Media Team’s (SLMT) last installment of our Women in Action series highlights our First Lady, Darlene Repollet.
In honor of Women’s History Month, the Student Life Media Team has taken the initiative to highlight some of Kean’s prominent ladies for their “Women in Action” series.
The month of March is dedicated to honoring women’s history, celebrating the many accomplishments and acknowledging the contributions of women across the world. This year, the Student Life Media Team (SLMT) had the honor of speaking with some of the leading ladies of the Kean community, highlighting their past and present achievements for the advancement of students and the reputation of the university as a part of our "Women In Action" series.
From November 11th to the 15th, Kean welcomed its 2024 Human Rights Kean Fellow, Ndaba Mandela, through a series of interactive events and lectures.
The Kean P.U.L.S.E. Programming Board welcomed students back for the Spring semester with a fun and exciting Epcot at Kean event. On Monday, January 13 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., students had the chance to explore different buildings of the Kean campus while enjoying delicious refreshments.
On Tuesday, November 26 the Student Government Association of Kean University along with the Office of Student Government and the Graduate Student Government of Kean University hosted the Microsoft 365 Migration. This event was held in the Cougar’s Den from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. Students had the opportunity to share their concerns and learn more about the movement from Google Workspace to Microsoft 365.
The Student Government Association (SGA) holds a vital position in Kean University as the governing department of the student body. These individuals are chosen by their peers, who entrust them to act in the best interest of their class. During the Fall 2024 semester, the Class of 2028 held their first class board elections to elect the freshman officers. These students have the opportunity to represent the undergraduate body and create an environment that reflects the pillars of Kean University.
Over the past few years, women have flourished in the business industry. Women have positively contributed to the business sector from makeup to finance to fashion to biotech companies. In continuing to recognize Women’s History Month, the Cougar’s Byte interviewed Dawn Adams-Harmon, Ph.D., a lecturer for the School of Business and Public Management at Kean University.
March is a month taken to recognize women across the world who have made an impact in our lives. In honor of Women’s History Month, the Cougar’s Byte is highlighting women who are entering or have already entered traditionally male-dominated professions, such as the STEM field.
Women’s History Month is a time to acknowledge women who make the world a better place, who continue to break barriers for future generations and overcome difficult obstacles. This month the CougarsByte is going to acknowledge Women’s History Month by doing a weekly series of interviewing important woman figures in their respective fields. To kick off this month we interviewed Gina Gili who has been a part of the communication field at Kean University since 2011.
The Office of Student Government is a pivotal office that helps shape and develop students into strong leaders through various opportunities. The Student Government Association (SGA) embodies elected student leaders who represent and are the voice of the Kean University undergraduate community. This semester, SGA hosted elections for the Freshman Class Board for the new students entering the Class of 2027.
On Thursday, November 30, the Haitian Student Association hosted the annual Kreyol Fest at Downs Hall from 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 pm, as the fest would be full of Haitian culture with food, dances, cultural lessons, etc. Everybody was welcomed to the event as tickets were free for students and they were able to bring up to 3 guests.
Hispanic Heritage Month highlights the traditions and history of the Hispanic culture and people. One popular topic of Hispanic Heritage Month is the delicious food. According to Study.com, there are many ingredients important in the dishes such as avocados, beans, limes, onions, rice, tortillas, and garlic. Besides the flavorful ingredients, family is another important aspect of the Hispanic culture. Recipes are handed down from each generation including dishes that were cooked over an open fire, steamed, or fried. Family members learn how to make dishes from scratch and keep the beautiful traditions of their culture. According to WebstaurantStore, some popular and cultural Hispanic foods include Tortilla Espanola, Empanadas, Tajadas, Ceviche, Churros, Tacos, Flan and, Tres Leches Cake. These foods are connected to Hispanic countries such as Argentina, Nicaragua, Venezuela, Mexico, and Ecuador. Although these dishes are common among Hispanic cultures, each culture puts its own spin on each dish. For instance, flan is a custard that is common in the Hispanic culture. However, Mexican flan is covered in caramel syrup while Spanish flan has a layer of scorched sugar on the bottom.
