Student Development Resources
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Student Government Association (SGA)
Student Government Association promotes leadership and student engagement. Comprised of both Student Government Association, the undergraduate governing body, and Graduate Student Government, these student government boards represent the students of Kean University through encouraging student feedback and acting as the voice for student needs. In addition, these boards host various events on and off campus that contribute to social, academic, cultural and professional growth. The Office of Student Government also provides funding opportunities to the 140+ Recognized Groups on campus. Through working with and developing these student leaders, we are able to provide quality services and programs that contribute to social, academic, cultural and professional growth of the student body. These programs can be found on Student Government Association and Graduate Student Government Cougarlink pages. By providing diverse student led programming, we demonstrate our commitment to retaining students, enriching student life and creating meaningful out of the classroom learning experiences.
President's Advisory Council (PAC)
The President's Advisory Council is a committee of students from all across campus. From second year undergraduates to graduate students, the council has the ability to share directly with President Repollet any student concerns as well as solutions.
Leadership Institute
is a four-year certification program. The Leadership Institute offers five different leadership programs through the Center for Leadership and Service. These programs include; T2K Bronze Leadership Program, Silver Leadership Program, Gold Leadership Program, Platinum Leadership Program, and LEAD program. Students must complete T2K Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum in order to receive the Leadership Institute certification. In addition, the center offers L.E.A.D., a seven-week leadership certification program.
Kean PULSE
K.E.A.N. P.U.L.S.E. Programming Board Programming for Unique and Lively Student Experience (P.U.L.S.E.) is our student-led programming board that creates and coordinates innovative events for the entire student body to enjoy. Our events are dedicated to building community and involvement among the student body. We are all about " The Experience" when you work or attend a Kean Pulse event. We make decisions, take charge, plan events, share ideas, show school spirit, lead, and make a difference at Kean University. Students meet to oversee, coordinate, and facilitate these programs on campus. We organize events like Peprally, March Towards Success, Career & Professional Development events, Cultural and National events like Latin History Month, Black History, Suicide Prevention events, and so much more. All events are planned and produced for students by students. We strive to program based on several learning domains: Career development/Professional Development, Health and Wellness, Life skills, Social engagement, Global and Cultural awareness, and Civic engagement for students. This role plays a pivotal role in upholding the commitment to delivering exceptional events that reflect the spirit and values of Kean University.
Greek Life
Greek Life at Kean University empowers members of Greek-letter Organizations to promote and preserve the ideals of scholarship, service, leadership, campus involvement, and brotherhood/sisterhood. Membership in Greek Organizations promotes personal development and a strong sense of identity with the institution, as well as post-graduate association. Greek chapters enhance the quality of life for students on and off campus by providing a range of opportunities for meaningful individual involvement and growth.
Kean University has 15 Sororities and 15 Fraternities and 1 co-ed organization , each one has something different to offer and is unique in its own way. To browse our organizations, click here.
McNair Scholars Program
The purpose of the McNair Program is to increase the number of doctoral degrees attained by students who are first generation and income eligible, or members of groups that are underrepresented in graduate programs.
CURF Research Program
CURF is dedicated in igniting passion in the Next Generation of Researchers. The mission of CURF is to develop, support, and celebrate faculty-mentored student research and creative projects with the overall aim of enhancing the undergraduate education experience and preparing students for careers in all areas. CURF provides centralized resources, programs, and support for undergraduate students to engage in faculty-mentored research projects and provides services for highly motivated students interested in fellowships and post-baccalaureate study.