Kean University President Lamont Repollet used his seventh Opening Day Address to trace the university’s transformation, celebrate recent milestones and challenge the Kean community to build a more connected institution for future generations.
From surprise scholarships to personal stories about college struggles and success, speakers at Kean’s 2026 Freshman Convocation encouraged the Class of 2030 to find their purpose, build community and embrace the opportunities ahead.
Jump Into Kean Week welcomed new and returning students to campus from August 25 through September 1. Events ranged from move-ins and the annual Freshman Convocation, to tournaments, a Greek Showcase, campus activities and the Kean P.U.L.S.E Cougar Kickoff.
Kean University’s Unity Week continued, bringing students together for lively events, including a “The Price is What?” game show, a Salsa Magic dance celebration and Games Around the Globe. From friendly competitions to cultural performances, the week highlighted Kean’s diversity and sense of ...
At Kean University, students who achieve a GPA of 3.45 or higher are recognized for their excellence each semester. Four honorees from the College of Liberal Arts reflect on the habits, inspirations, and challenges that shaped their success. From first-generation triumphs to lessons in discipline and ...
Halfway through Unity Week, the Student Life Media Team and Kean Wellness Center brought three therapy dogs to campus for students to enjoy. Coloring stations, free smoothies, and canine joy helped students practice self-care and casual hanging out.
Kean University celebrated the Year of the Horse on Tuesday, February 17 in the Miron Student Center atrium. Exchange students from China compared the experience to those made growing up their hometowns.
In honor of this year’s Women’s History Month, the Student Life Media Team interviewed Vanessa Garate, a graduate researcher for the Communication Research Center. She spoke about the inspiration behind her decision to study communication and prenatal healthcare and how her work has helped ...
In honor of Black History Month, the Student Life Media Team spoke with Lisia Aikens of the Center for Africana Studies. She explained the significance of Black history in America and the ways Kean University continues to cultivate Black-centered spaces where education, collaboration, and leadership ...
In a nod to Black History Month, the Galleries at Kean hosted artist Jaymes Jorsling for an artist talk on Tuesday, February 3 and Gallery walk on Thursday, February 5. The artist discussed the transformative power of art and showcased his own multidisciplinary project, Hub City, highlighting racial ...
