Dr. Lamont Repollet

On this season's second episode of 𝘊𝘭𝘪𝘮𝘣 𝘏𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘏𝘦𝘳, First Lady Darlene Repollet welcomes back Kean alumna Dr. Marian Stuart '71, who has spent decades proving how empathy is a leadership superpower. As a psychologist, she shares insights on emotional health shaping the way we lead, and how one simple word can shift your confidence entirely. Listen now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts: bit.ly/4zAyX2F

Community and Cougar spirit came together in the great outdoors at Kean Cougars Western! Hosted by the Office of the President, in partnership with the Crazy Faith Riders of New Jersey, this special unity event was about being together, making connections and celebrating the vibrant community that makes Kean University special. 💙🐾🐎

Falling during your climb is inevitable, but it is not the end of your story. Adenah Bayoh breaks down why getting comfortable with failure is one of the most powerful things you can do. Hear more on what it really takes to keep climbing by listening to Season 2, episode 1 of 𝘊𝘭𝘪𝘮𝘣 𝘏𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘏𝘦𝘳 on Spotify and Apple Podcasts: bit.ly/4jiLWRJ

Kean has risen in the 𝘜.𝘚. 𝘕𝘦𝘸𝘴 & 𝘞𝘰𝘳𝘭𝘥 𝘙𝘦𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵'𝘴 Best Colleges rankings for social mobility, once again standing among the nation's top universities for turning access into opportunity. Kean is dedicated to helping all students succeed and reach their full potential.🐾 #CougarsClimbHigher

Kean University First Lady Darlene Repollet opened today’s “Charting MY Path to Success” Debutante Career Program with words of encouragement and leadership for all in attendance. The event, put on by the Essex County Chapter of The Links, Incorporated, features a day full of career development and networking opportunities.

The strongest leaders in the room are often the ones willing to say they don't have all the answers. Michelle Velez-Jonte shares why asking questions and seeking clarity is a sign of strength. Learn what separates good leaders from great ones by listening to bonus content from Episode 12 of 𝘊𝘭𝘪𝘮𝘣 𝘏𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘏𝘦𝘳 on Apple Podcasts and Spotify: bit.ly/4fAJbHL

Sometimes comfort is the sign that it's time to move. Michelle Velez-Jonte reminds us that the challenge is often what pushes us toward the change we didn't know we needed. For more on finding your voice and leading through change, listen to episode 12 of 𝘊𝘭𝘪𝘮𝘣 𝘏𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘏𝘦𝘳 kean.edu/climb-higher-her?ut….

Kean University was proud to host "Bringing Communities into Focus," presented by the John S. Watson Institute for Urban Policy and Research in partnership with the New Jersey Urban Mayors Association. Municipal leaders, educators, industry representatives and community stakeholders came together to explore workforce development and economic opportunities within New Jersey's growing film and media industry. Thank you to Governor Mikie Sherrill for delivering opening remarks and to all who attended.

On the tenth episode of 𝘊𝘭𝘪𝘮𝘣 𝘏𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘏𝘦𝘳, First Lady Darlene Repollet is joined by alumna Christina Carey Dunleavy ’98, who reflects on her journey from Kean University to Disney. In a fascinating conversation, they discuss the value of inclusive storytelling, mentorship and trusting yourself through every career pivot. She also shares empowering leadership lessons on embracing change and chasing curiosity. Listen to the full episode here, as well as on Spotify and Apple Podcasts: kean.edu/climb-higher-her?ut…

That's a wrap on commencement week at Kean University 🎓 We're so proud of every Cougar who crossed the stage and showed what it means to climb higher. Congratulations, Class of 2026.

Kean's Research Days featured bold ideas and impactful innovation that is helping to strengthen our community. Across Kean’s main campus in Union and Kean Ocean in Toms River, students, faculty and partners came together for a week of discovery and collaboration. Thank you to everyone who helped make Research Days a success.

Thank you to the Kean families that took part in today's Take Your Kid to Work Day. The mini Cougars enjoyed fun special events and presentations throughout the day, including a visit from Keanu!

A big thank you to everyone who joined us for the Founders 5K today on campus! Help keep the Founders Day celebration going by joining us on campus on Tuesday. give.keanfoundation.org/kean…

Leadership. Vision. Momentum. President Repollet has been named #1 on the BINJE’s Best Black Business Leaders 2026 list. From leading the historic integration to establish Kean Jersey City this fall, to advancing Kean as a premier R2 research university, President Repollet continues to expand access, affordability and opportunity for our students. Congratulations to our leader, President Repollet. Read more here: binje.com/binjes-best-black-…

One more day until Release Day! President Repollet & Distinguished Professor Robin Landa's book, 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱 𝘣𝘺 𝘋𝘦𝘴𝘪𝘨𝘯, drops tomorrow on Amazon. Pre-order your copy today and learn how branding starts on the inside. When your values are clear and consistently lived, the right people notice your organization and want to grow with it. #LBDBook #CougarsClimbHigher

The countdown continues! 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱 𝘣𝘺 𝘋𝘦𝘴𝘪𝘨𝘯, written by our own President Repollet and Distinguished Professor Robin Landa, is officially on sale tomorrow. Learn about the three-stranded cord of winning hearts, building a values-driven brand and achieving lasting success. Pre-order your copy on Amazon today. Proceeds benefit the Kean University Foundation. #LBDBook #CougarsClimbHigher

Kean's global reach stretched to Australia at this year's Australian Association for Research in Education Conference. Dr. Sancha K. Gray, Senior Vice President and Acting Dean of the College of Education, and Dr. Joseph Youngblood II, Chancellor of Global and Regional Campuses, presented their G.E.N.I.U.S. framework and Generation 2 Generation research model. The presentation highlighted culturally responsive approaches to advancing gender equity, sustainable development and educational opportunity across the Middle East and North Africa. Three Wenzhou-Kean University faculty members also presented at the conference. #CougarsClimbHigher #KeanResearch

In an effort to combat hunger in our local community, a group of @KeanAthletics students teamed up with our partners from the @NewYorkRedBulls to give away turkeys before the Thanksgiving holiday. Kean is proud to be an official partner of the New York Red Bulls and provide students with experiential learning and community engagement opportunities.

Reserve your seat today to see NBA Deputy Commissioner and COO Mark A. Tatum as part of the President's Distinguished Lecture Series at Kean on Monday, November 17. Tatum has been instrumental in expanding the league’s global footprint, forging landmark partnerships with some of the world's biggest brands and more. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit: keanstage.com/edu/lectures/m…