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U.S. Army Major Kristine Sparks Returns ‘Home’ to Kean University Wellness Center
U.S. Army Major Kristine Sparks Returns ‘Home’ to Kean University Wellness Center
Kean Wellness Center nurse practitioner Kristine Sparks, DNP, stepped back into her role on campus after completing a deployment to a Texas military base as a U.S. Army reservist.
Actor Giancarlo Esposito Shares Insights in Kean's President’s Distinguished Lecture
Actor Giancarlo Esposito Shares Insights in Kean's President’s Distinguished Lecture
In a thought-provoking conversation, award-winning actor Giancarlo Esposito inspired the audience with wisdom from his five-decade career spanning Broadway, film and television, encouraging aspiring actors and others to pursue their passions "with your whole being."
Kean University-based Jersey Changemakers Network Helps Businesses Doing Good
Kean University-based Jersey Changemakers Network Helps Businesses Doing Good
The statewide network supports social entrepreneurs who create businesses designed to help communities and address social needs, through free workshops, training and networking opportunities to help these mission-driven ventures succeed.
Kean Adds Men’s, Women’s Wrestling to its Roster of NCAA Sports
Kean Adds Men’s, Women’s Wrestling to its Roster of NCAA Sports
Kean is adding a new women's wrestling team, and reestablishing its men's team, to add to the diverse opportunities for students to take part in intercollegiate sports.
Two-Time Kean Alumnus Is Unraveling the Mystery of Viral Brain Injuries in Newborns
Two-Time Kean Alumnus Is Unraveling the Mystery of Viral Brain Injuries in Newborns
Youssef Kousa ’05, ’07 M.S., DO, Ph.D., a prenatal and neonatal critical care neurologist at Children's National Hospital in Washington, D.C., leads groundbreaking research on how viruses affect the developing brain while he also treats patients and mentors students.
Kean University Announces Unified Commencement Ceremony for Undergraduate and Graduate Students
Kean University Announces Unified Commencement Ceremony for Undergraduate and Graduate Students
Kean University will celebrate one unified commencement ceremony for both undergraduate and graduate students on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at the Prudential Center in Newark.
New Program Empowers Diverse Construction Companies Across New Jersey
New Program Empowers Diverse Construction Companies Across New Jersey
A new, free training program at Kean University provided by the NJ Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) empowers diverse construction professionals with the skills to expand their businesses and boost economic growth across the state.
Actor Giancarlo Esposito to Discuss ‘Breaking Barriers’ in Kean’s President’s Distinguished Lecture Series
Actor Giancarlo Esposito to Discuss ‘Breaking Barriers’ in Kean’s President’s Distinguished Lecture Series
Emmy-nominated actor Giancarlo Esposito of Breaking Bad fame will share his journey as a biracial performer in television, film and Broadway as part of the President’s Distinguished Lecture Series.
Kean Launches Certificate in Workforce Readiness to Support Success for Whole Family
Kean Launches Certificate in Workforce Readiness to Support Success for Whole Family
Parents and caregivers of pre-college students can now earn a Certificate in Workforce Readiness through Kean's Generation 2 Generation program.
Kean First Lady Brings University's Mission to National Stage
Kean First Lady Brings University's Mission to National Stage
National recognition and a leadership role with the American Association of State Colleges and Universities mark Darlene Repollet's innovative tenure as Kean's First Lady, a position she has redefined since joining the University in July 2020.