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Campus Climate Survey Resources

There are a number of on-campus and community resources to support your overall wellness and continued excellence at Kean University and for students and employees who seek assistance as they further explore any topics covered in the Campus Climate Survey.

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Kean Students study outside

Resources for Students

Center for Academic Success

CAS Building 108
Phone: (908) 737-0400
Email: regme@kean.edu

CAS and its programs are designed to help guide Kean University students from admission through to graduation and to address their academic and informational needs in one convenient location, regardless of their level of academic preparation.

Counseling, Accessibility, and Alcohol and Other Drug Services

Downs Hall 122 and 127
For emergencies, call KUPD at (908) 737-4800 or dial 9-1-1.

Kean students sitting togehter

In-person Hours (Starting January 18):

Monday-Friday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
*Urgent walk-in services available after Tuesday, January 18.
To request an appointment, email or call the related office below.

The Counseling Center is committed to ensuring that students continue to feel supported during this time of uncertainty caused by COVID-19, and provides comprehensive services to students, using secure and confidential audio and video platforms.

Counseling Center

Phone: (908) 316-8217
Email: counseling@kean.edu
Call or mail to make an appointment.

Alcohol and Other Drug Services

Phone: (908) 316-8217
Email: aod@kean.edu
Call or email to make an appointment.

Kean Recovery Community (KRC)

A voluntary, safe, affirming and nurturing environment where students in recovery from substance use have opportunities to enhance their quality of life, achieve academic and personal goals, and contribute to society through meaningful and sustained engagement.

Office of Accessibility Services

Phone: (908) 737-4910
Email: accessibilityservices@kean.edu
Call or email to make an appointment.

Kean students laugh outside Upperclassmen Residence Hall

Center for Veterans Student Success

CAS 208
Phone: (908) 737-0480
Email: veteran@kean.edu
Text via Remind: @8a23be2

In-person Hours (Starting January 18)

Monday-Friday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

VSS is committed to serving the Veteran students of the Armed Forces of the United States and their dependents; the Kean community; and the surrounding community by providing exceptional services where the student is always first.

Cougar Pantry (Food)

Downs Hall
Email: cougarpantry@kean.edu
In-person Hours:
Monday-Friday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
By appointment only.

A food pantry for Kean University students that offers an assortment of donated non-perishable foods, as well as health and hygiene products.

Kean student walks along Cougar Walk amidst fall color

Kean Ocean

Gateway Building 103
(Ocean County College)
Toms River, NJ 08754
Phone: (908) 443-2500
Email: keanocc@kean.edu
In-person Hours:
Monday-Friday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Division of Student Affairs

Phone: (908) 737-5260

Email: studentaffairs@kean.edu

Student Affairs develops and builds students' leadership skills through clubs, organizations and programs; provides the opportunity to develop socially through social and cultural experiences; and provides health and wellness resources for students to attain academic and personal success.

Cougar Link

Faith-based resources and student organizations include:

Student Health Services

Downs Hall 126
Phone: (908) 737-4880
E-mail: studenthealthservices@kean.edu
Confidential Secure Message: Student Health Portal
In-person and Telemedicine Hours:
Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Schedule an appointment via the Student Health Portal.

Student Health Services offers both-in person and telemedicine appointments to support student’s health and wellness needs, from illnesses to injuries to immunizations, or general questions about COVID-19. For more information, visit Our Services.

Kean Wellness Center

Health and wellness is a balance between mind and body. Here are some health services available to our Kean Cougar community:

  • Academic physical/employment physical exams only
  • Sexual health education and testing
  • Cold and upper respiratory infection evaluation/management
  • Blood pressure screening and education
  • Nutrition education and referral to dietician services
  • Spiritual Wellness
  • Recovery/Community Substance Abuse Support
Kean University history professors Christopher Bellitto, Ph.D., and Xurong Kong, Ph.D.

Resources for Employees

Office of Affirmative Action Programs & Title IX

Townsend Hall 116
Phone: (908) 737-3330
Email: shawc@kean.edu
Catricia Shaw, Managing Assistant Director/Deputy Title IX Coordinator

Employee Assistance Program Counseling

Comprehensive Assistance and Referral for Employees - Employee Assistance Program (C.A.R.E. EAP) offers confidential screening, information, counseling, referral and support services for all full-time Kean University employees. It is designed to help employees manage work and life to further their physical and emotional well-being.

To schedule an appointment either on campus or off campus, employees should contact the EAP directly at (908) 497-3954, Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

A hotline is also available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call (800) 890-8228.

Community Standards and Student Conduct

Miron Student Center 317
Phone: (908) 737-5240
Email: conduct@kean.edu
Schedule an appointment: https://nicole-rodriguez.youcanbook.me/
Remote Hours:
Monday-Friday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
By appointment.

Student Code of Conduct

Report a Conduct Violation

Have a concern about a student? Submit a referral.
Have a Title IX complaint? Submit a report.
Have a COVID-related concern or need to report a positive result or exposure?

Kean adjunct math professor Irisa Leverette instructs students in algebra.

Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Email: dei@kean.edu
Remote Hours:
Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
DEI leads and supports a campus-wide agenda to foster a community that both values and promotes the diversity of all students, faculty, staff, administrators and others.

Human Resources

Administration Building, 2nd Floor
Phone: (908) 737-3300
Email: hr@kean.edu
Remote Hours:
Monday-Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
In-person appointments available on a case-by-case basis.

Through strategic partnerships and collaboration, we recruit, develop and retain a high-performing, diverse workforce and foster a healthy, safe and productive work environment for students, employees and the public in order to maximize intellectual, cultural and personal/professional growth for all.

To report an employee concern, contact Associate Director of Employee Relations Meaghan Lenahan at lenahanm@kean.edu or (908) 737-3295.

Work-Life Balance Benefits

LinkedIn Learning

Use your Kean email login and password to access no-cost training videos and tutorials on happiness, resiliency, managing stress, work-life balance, sleep, meditation, mindfulness, well-being and productivity.

Elizabeth Hyde and Jonathan Mercantini

Public Safety/Police (available 24 hours)

Downs Hall
Email: kupolice@kean.edu
Provides the full spectrum of law enforcement services to ensure a safe and secure campus by maintaining quality police, safety and security services in partnership with the community we serve.

OFF-CAMPUS RESOURCES

Imagine

​​Free, year-round grief support for children, families and communities.

JFS (Jewish Family Services) of Central New Jersey

A non-sectarian health and social service agency that strengthens family life and encourages personal growth by providing specialized quality services to individuals and families in need in Union County, including outpatient mental health and homecare.

Neighborhood Health Services

A community health center serving residents of greater Union County by providing high quality primary care and dental services regardless of a patient's insurance status or ability to pay.

NJ 2-1-1 (24 hours)

By phone, simply dial 2-1-1.
Via text, send your zip code to 898-211
Email: info@nj211.org

Chat with us online.

NJ Homeless Hotline

NJ Utility Assistance Hotline

A network of local support that people can call on with confidence, 24 hours a day, every day of the year, when they need help and simply don't know where to turn. Free, confidential and multilingual

NJ Vet2Vet

24/7 support for New Jersey National Guard members, active military personnel, veterans, their families and caregivers statewide.

PODER en Salud (COVID-19)

A group of Latino-identified and/or Latino-serving community-based organizations from across the United States that have come together to address the COVID-19 pandemic through a collective effort to provide accurate, timely, information, education and resources to our people through trusted local affiliates committed to the health, well-being and prosperity of Latinos/Latinx.

PROCEED Inc. - Health/Community Services

PROCEED's mission is to provide and connect people and families to educational, health and human services. We offer quality programs and services to people, families and communities in NJ.

The Trevor Project 

The world’s largest suicide prevention and crisis intervention organization that provides support and services for LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and questioning) young people.

YMCA - Wellness Center at Union Health Park

The Y creates opportunities for people to improve their lives and their communities through empowering young people, improving individual and community well-being, and inspiring action to create meaningful change.

24-HOUR HOTLINES

Local 

  • Trinitas Regional Medical Center Crisis Hotline: (908) 351-6684
  • Union County Rape Crisis Center Hotline: (908) 233-7273
  • Union County Domestic Violence Hotline: (908) 355-HELP (4357)

State 

National 

  • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1 (800) 273-TALK (8255)
  • Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)