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Research Days Highlights Student Projects at NJ's Urban Research University
Research Days Highlights Student Projects at NJ's Urban Research University
More than 1,300 students and faculty shared their research and creative works at the University’s 15th annual Research Days. The panel, poster and oral presentations spanned all academic disciplines and showcased Kean’s growing prominence as a research university.
From NFL to Ph.D., Former NY Giant to Earn Doctorate in Counseling at Kean
From NFL to Ph.D., Former NY Giant to Earn Doctorate in Counseling at Kean
Former New York Giant Kareem McKenzie, the first in his family to earn a doctorate, is heading into a new career as a licensed professional counselor.
EMS Helicopter Visit Brings Health Profession Lessons to New Heights
EMS Helicopter Visit Brings Health Profession Lessons to New Heights
Kean students learned about emergency medicine and career opportunities during a campus visit from the state’s JEMSTAR EMS helicopter, arranged by the College of Health Professions and Human Services.
Kean Names Pulitzer-Prize Winning Journalist Jodi Kantor, Acclaimed Actress and Alumna Holly Taylor as 2023 Commencement Speakers
Kean Names Pulitzer-Prize Winning Journalist Jodi Kantor, Acclaimed Actress and Alumna Holly Taylor as 2023 Commencement Speakers
Author and investigative reporter Jodi Kantor, of The New York Times, and critically acclaimed actress and Kean alumna Holly Taylor ’21 will be the featured speakers at Kean University’s graduate and undergraduate commencement ceremonies in May.
Kean Students, Children with Special Needs, Climb Higher with Adapted PE Program
Kean Students, Children with Special Needs, Climb Higher with Adapted PE Program
Kean's Cougars C.L.I.M.B. Adapted Physical Education program helps children with disabilities, ages 5-21, develop their motor skills by playing different sports and games. The program, created by Assistant Professor Alexandra Stribing, Ph.D., also gives Kean education students a hands-on learning experience.
Kean Distinguished Lecturer Michio Kaku, Ph.D., Shares Vision of the Future
Kean Distinguished Lecturer Michio Kaku, Ph.D., Shares Vision of the Future
Renowned theoretical physicist Michio Kaku, Ph.D., drew a sold-out crowd for his illuminating distinguished lecture and watched student research presentations by four Kean undergraduates, as Kean’s Research Days began.
‘Just Do It.’ Kean Student Perseveres to Earn Degree 48 Years Later
‘Just Do It.’ Kean Student Perseveres to Earn Degree 48 Years Later
Bernie Moriarty has a successful career and raised a family, but she never forgot her dream of completing her Kean degree. She will graduate with her bachelor’s degree in May.
Kean University Founders Day 2023 Highlights
Kean University Founders Day 2023 Highlights
A celebration outside Miron Student Center, an inaugural Founders 5K race on the Union campus, and a fundraising campaign marked the 168th anniversary of when Kean first opened its doors as the Newark Normal School.
Twin Sisters, Researchers, Raising the Profile for Women Scientists at Kean
Twin Sisters, Researchers, Raising the Profile for Women Scientists at Kean
Among the many students presenting at Research Days will be four women of color, all Kean students and aspiring doctors, who share more than their love of science.
Kean Research Days to Showcase Student, Faculty Discovery
Kean Research Days to Showcase Student, Faculty Discovery
Kean’s commitment to student research takes center stage as more than 1,300 students and faculty get ready to share their work in the University’s annual Research Days, Monday, April 24-Wednesday, April 26.