The power of storytelling through art, history and culture unfolds this spring at the Galleries at Kean and the Special Collections Research Library and Archive (SCARLA). From intricate South African beadwork to thought-provoking contemporary art, immerse yourself in exhibitions that celebrate resilience, identity and creativity.On View This Season:Ubuhle Women: Beadwork and the Art of Independence – On display now through Friday, April 25 at the Liberty Hall Academic Center GallerySafe Passage and Conversation with Her Flowers: Disruption of Old Narratives by Heather Williams – On display now through Friday, May 9 at the Carl and Helen Berger Gallery (CAS)Journey of Growth by Wailing Pan – On display now through Tuesday, May 20 at the Human Rights Institute Gallery (NTLC)Fiercely Feminine by Barbara Minch – On display now through Friday, June 20 at the Nancy Dryfoos Gallery (NTLC)Explore History at SCARLA - This semester’s displays and hands-on learning opportunities, inspired by the Ubuhle Women exhibition, explore family histories, Kean’s campus origins and legislative history. Visit us in person at the Liberta Hall Academic Center or online.Plan your visit: https://www.kean.edu/liberty-hall-academic-center-exhibition-hall#KeanGalleries #KeanUniversity #ArtExhibitions #HistoryThroughArtPhone Number: 908-737-5349 Email: galleries@kean.eduSocial Media Handles: Youtube: @galleriesatkean Instagram: @galleriesatkean Eventbrite: @galleriesatkean Facebook: The Galleries at KeanThis video features: Cisely Martin Director of Educational Programs and Community Engagement Galleries at Kean UniversityVisit the Kean University WEBSITE: https://www.kean.edu Follow us on TWITTER - https://twitter.com/KeanUniversity Follow us on INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/keanuniversity/ Like us on FACEBOOK - https://www.facebook.com/keanuniversity/Kean University, New Jersey’s urban research university, is a national institution of higher education recognized for its diversity, innovation and the social mobility of its graduates. Founded in 1855 as a teachers college, Kean has evolved into a thriving research university that supports students as they persist to graduation, give back to their communities and launch successful careers. Kean’s six colleges offer more than 50 undergraduate programs, six doctoral degree programs and more than 70 options leading to master’s degrees, professional diplomas or certifications, across a full range of academic subjects. With campuses in Union, Toms River and Manahawkin, New Jersey, and Wenzhou, China, as well as Kean Online, the University provides students of all backgrounds an affordable and accessible world-class education. Learn more at www.kean.edu. Plan a visit to Kean https://www.kean.edu/visit

Kean University students and faculty are revolutionizing urban design through innovative, community-centered learning and research. This episode highlights how architecture students at Michael Graves College are tackling real-world issues including food justice, youth empowerment and sustainable urban planning, and making a lasting impact in their communities.  Urban Impact is recorded and produced at Kean, New Jersey’s urban research university. The podcast is now available on all major podcast platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google, and at kean.edu/urban-impact (https://kean.edu/urban-impact) . 

When Kean University student Emily Lari saw an opportunity to bring pickleball to campus, she took action and started her own club. Discover how leadership, determination, and a little marketing knowledge turned a small idea into a thriving community of students. #Pickleball #KeanUniversity #StudentLeadershipThis video features: Emily Lari President, Kean Pickleball Club#KeanUniversity #CougarsClimbHigher Visit the Kean University WEBSITE: https://www.kean.edu Follow us on TWITTER - https://twitter.com/KeanUniversity Follow us on INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/keanuniversity/ Like us on FACEBOOK - https://www.facebook.com/keanuniversity/Kean University, New Jersey’s urban research university, is a national institution of higher education recognized for its diversity, innovation and the social mobility of its graduates. Founded in 1855 as a teachers college, Kean has evolved into a thriving research university that supports students as they persist to graduation, give back to their communities and launch successful careers. Kean’s six colleges offer more than 50 undergraduate programs, six doctoral degree programs and more than 70 options leading to master’s degrees, professional diplomas or certifications, across a full range of academic subjects. With campuses in Union, Toms River and Manahawkin, New Jersey, and Wenzhou, China, as well as Kean Online, the University provides students of all backgrounds an affordable and accessible world-class education. Learn more at www.kean.edu. Plan a visit to Kean https://www.kean.edu/visit

Meet Jaquana Abdullah Grant, a former Kean University basketball player who returned to finish her degree two decades later through the Kean Global Education and Resource Campus. Find out how Kean Global creates a path for returning adult students. #keanuniversity #DegreeCompletion #KeanGlobal #CougarsClimbHigher Visit the Kean University WEBSITE: https://www.kean.edu Follow us on TWITTER - https://twitter.com/KeanUniversity Follow us on INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/keanuniversity/ Like us on FACEBOOK - https://www.facebook.com/keanuniversity/Kean University, New Jersey’s urban research university, is a national institution of higher education recognized for its diversity, innovation and the social mobility of its graduates. Founded in 1855 as a teachers college, Kean has evolved into a thriving research university that supports students as they persist to graduation, give back to their communities and launch successful careers. Kean’s six colleges offer more than 50 undergraduate programs, six doctoral degree programs and more than 70 options leading to master’s degrees, professional diplomas or certifications, across a full range of academic subjects. With campuses in Union, Toms River and Manahawkin, New Jersey, and Wenzhou, China, as well as Kean Online, the University provides students of all backgrounds an affordable and accessible world-class education. Learn more at www.kean.edu. Plan a visit to Kean https://www.kean.edu/visit

Kean University was officially designated an R2 research university under the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, marking a significant milestone in Kean’s rapid transformation into a premier research institution. Kean is now recognized among the top eight percent of colleges and universities nationwide for research and doctorate production.This video features: Lamont O. Repollet, Ed.D. President, Kean UniversityDavid Birdsell, Ph.D. Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic AffairsMichael Salvatore, Ph.D. Senior Vice President for Administration#KeanUniversity #CougarsClimbHigher Visit the Kean University WEBSITE: https://www.kean.edu Follow us on TWITTER - https://twitter.com/KeanUniversity Follow us on INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/keanuniversity/ Like us on FACEBOOK - https://www.facebook.com/keanuniversity/Kean University, New Jersey’s urban research university, is a national institution of higher education recognized for its diversity, innovation and the social mobility of its graduates. Founded in 1855 as a teachers college, Kean has evolved into a thriving research university that supports students as they persist to graduation, give back to their communities and launch successful careers. Kean’s six colleges offer more than 50 undergraduate programs, six doctoral degree programs and more than 70 options leading to master’s degrees, professional diplomas or certifications, across a full range of academic subjects. With campuses in Union, Toms River and Manahawkin, New Jersey, and Wenzhou, China, as well as Kean Online, the University provides students of all backgrounds an affordable and accessible world-class education. Learn more at www.kean.edu. Plan a visit to Kean https://www.kean.edu/visit

Experience the creative energy as students from Kean University in the United States and Wenzhou-Kean University in China unite for a design-build workshop. This immersive, cross-cultural collaboration pushes the boundaries of architecture and design, transforming bold ideas into remarkable work.This video features:David Vardy Director, Wenzhou-Kean Design LABLauryn Repollet Student, Architectural StudiesFlorencia Jouan Graduate Student, Architecture#Keanuniversity #CougarsClimbHigher Visit the Kean University WEBSITE: https://www.kean.edu Follow us on TWITTER - https://twitter.com/KeanUniversity Follow us on INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/keanuniversity/ Like us on FACEBOOK - https://www.facebook.com/keanuniversity/Kean University, New Jersey’s urban research university, is a national institution of higher education recognized for its diversity, innovation and the social mobility of its graduates. Founded in 1855 as a teachers college, Kean has evolved into a thriving research university that supports students as they persist to graduation, give back to their communities and launch successful careers. Kean’s six colleges offer more than 50 undergraduate programs, six doctoral degree programs and more than 70 options leading to master’s degrees, professional diplomas or certifications, across a full range of academic subjects. With campuses in Union, Toms River and Manahawkin, New Jersey, and Wenzhou, China, as well as Kean Online, the University provides students of all backgrounds an affordable and accessible world-class education. Learn more at www.kean.edu. Plan a visit to Kean https://www.kean.edu/visit

Unlock your academic potential at Kean University’s Nancy Thompson Learning Commons. From tutoring and academic coaching to writing and public speaking support, we are here to help students succeed every step of the way. Book an appointment on Navigate today!This video features: Muhammad Hassan, Ed.D. Associate Vice President and Chief Librarian, Nancy Thompson Learning CommonsMary Garofalo, Ph.D. Director, Learning Support ServicesLaqueta Archibald Embedded TutorJa'Kiya Clark Academinc CoachReannin Taylor StudentAlexander Fitzgerald Content TutorBaaba Eshun Student#keanuniversity #CougarsClimbHigher Visit the Kean University WEBSITE: https://www.kean.edu Follow us on TWITTER - https://twitter.com/KeanUniversity Follow us on INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/keanuniversity/ Like us on FACEBOOK - https://www.facebook.com/keanuniversity/Kean University, New Jersey’s urban research university, is a national institution of higher education recognized for its diversity, innovation and the social mobility of its graduates. Founded in 1855 as a teachers college, Kean has evolved into a thriving research university that supports students as they persist to graduation, give back to their communities and launch successful careers. Kean’s six colleges offer more than 50 undergraduate programs, six doctoral degree programs and more than 70 options leading to master’s degrees, professional diplomas or certifications, across a full range of academic subjects. With campuses in Union, Toms River and Manahawkin, New Jersey, and Wenzhou, China, as well as Kean Online, the University provides students of all backgrounds an affordable and accessible world-class education. Learn more at www.kean.edu. Plan a visit to Kean https://www.kean.edu/visit

Students from Kean University and neighboring schools came together to test their cybersecurity skills in an innovative competition. Using Bluetooth Low Energy smart tags and real-world problem-solving, participants learned teamwork, creativity, and cutting-edge security applications. Watch how this NSA-supported event, is preparing students for the future of technology. #Cybersecurity #KeanUniversity #TechInnovationThis video features:Stanley Mierzwa, Ph.D. Director, Center for CybersecurityChristopher Eng Kean Graduate StudentJolina John Kean SeniorHelina Yohannes Student, Hudson County Community College#keanuniversity #CougarsClimbHigher Visit the Kean University WEBSITE: https://www.kean.edu Follow us on TWITTER - https://twitter.com/KeanUniversity Follow us on INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/keanuniversity/ Like us on FACEBOOK - https://www.facebook.com/keanuniversity/Kean University, New Jersey’s urban research university, is a national institution of higher education recognized for its diversity, innovation and the social mobility of its graduates. Founded in 1855 as a teachers college, Kean has evolved into a thriving research university that supports students as they persist to graduation, give back to their communities and launch successful careers. Kean’s six colleges offer more than 50 undergraduate programs, six doctoral degree programs and more than 70 options leading to master’s degrees, professional diplomas or certifications, across a full range of academic subjects. With campuses in Union, Toms River and Manahawkin, New Jersey, and Wenzhou, China, as well as Kean Online, the University provides students of all backgrounds an affordable and accessible world-class education. Learn more at www.kean.edu. Plan a visit to Kean https://www.kean.edu/visit

Two prominent New Jersey mayors, Plainfield’s Adrian Mapp and Passaic’s Hector Lora, discuss how they are driving innovative solutions to address the state’s 200,000-unit affordable housing shortage. Learn how their collective advocacy and efforts to amplify community voices are reshaping urban policy and development across 32 municipalities.  Urban Impact is recorded and produced at Kean, New Jersey’s urban research university. The podcast is now available on all major podcast platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google, and at kean.edu/urban-impact (https://www.kean.edu/urban-impact) . 

Faculty and staff are collaborating to close equity gaps and create a more inclusive campus during Kean University’s first Equity Hackathon. Watch and see the teamwork in action.This video features: Neva Lozada, Ed.D. Associate Vice President for Administration Michael Salvatore, Ph.D. Senior Vice President for Administration Danielle Ford Webmaster and Managing Assistant Director for Digital Content Strategy Muhammad Hassan, Ed.D. Associate Vice President of Learning Commons and Chief Librarian Cera Graves Transformational Learning Online Advisor #KeanUniversity #CougarsClimbHigher Visit the Kean University WEBSITE: https://www.kean.edu Follow us on TWITTER - https://twitter.com/KeanUniversity Follow us on INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/keanuniversity/ Like us on FACEBOOK - https://www.facebook.com/keanuniversity/Kean University, New Jersey’s urban research university, is a national institution of higher education recognized for its diversity, innovation and the social mobility of its graduates. Founded in 1855 as a teachers college, Kean has evolved into a thriving research university that supports students as they persist to graduation, give back to their communities and launch successful careers. Kean’s six colleges offer more than 50 undergraduate programs, six doctoral degree programs and more than 70 options leading to master’s degrees, professional diplomas or certifications, across a full range of academic subjects. With campuses in Union, Toms River and Manahawkin, New Jersey, and Wenzhou, China, as well as Kean Online, the University provides students of all backgrounds an affordable and accessible world-class education. Learn more at www.kean.edu. Plan a visit to Kean https://www.kean.edu/visit