School board candidates square off in upcoming election

UNION COUNTY — In addition to state, county and local municipal elections, Tuesday, Nov. 8, will also see Board of Education candidates square off and seek votes. Although many of the candidates have catchy slogans, in much the same manner as their cohorts on municipal councils and committees, the key element missing for BOE candidates […]

Election season roars to life in Union County

UNION COUNTY, NJ — With Election Day less than a week away, the entire state is looking toward the midterm election. In Union County, it is the county clerk’s office that is involved in much of the preparatory work, and a key element is security. “We do coordinate with the municipal clerks who are responsible […]

Kean University invites local musicians to join new community orchestra

Kean University invites local musicians to join new community orchestra

UNION, NJ — The Kean University Music Conservatory has partnered with the New Jersey Intergenerational Orchestra to launch a new community music ensemble for Kean students, alumni, high school students and community members. The Kean-NJIO Orchestra began rehearsing this fall and welcomes anyone with orchestral experience to audition to join the group. The ensemble rehearses […]

Kean University ranked among top 50 schools for social mobility

UNION, NJ — Kean University has been elevated to national university status in the U.S. News & World Report 2022-2023 Best Colleges rankings, reflecting the university’s continued ascent in research and scholarship. Kean ranked 46th out of 439 national universities in increasing social mobility for students, a measure recognizing Kean’s success in supporting economically disadvantaged […]

Kean University adopts academic reorganization plan

Kean University adopts academic reorganization plan

UNION, NJ — The Kean University board of trustees on Monday, Sept. 19, approved a sweeping reorganization plan, creating the new College of Health Professions and Human Services for Kean’s health care–related programs. The new college replaces Kean’s Nathan Weiss Graduate College. Through the reorganization, all Kean colleges will offer both undergraduate and graduate programs, […]

Rain or shine, it’s homecoming time at Kean University

Rain or shine, it’s homecoming time at Kean University

UNION, NJ — A spirited Cougar crowd came out for Kean University’s homecoming, braving wet weather to enjoy football, carnival games and food, connect with friends and former classmates, and show off Cougar pride. Dressed in Kean sweatshirts and other gear, students, alumni, faculty and staff participated in the annual tradition on Saturday, Oct. 1. […]

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