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By Jasmin Kee l Published Dec. 11, 2016 ‘Tis the Season for some holiday fun and the Liberty Hall museum at Kean University is getting into the holiday spirit with some events that the whole family can enjoy. The first event that the museum will be hosting is throughout the entire month of December, which is Christmas in Toyland. Christmas […]
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By Elijah Tarik Powell | Published Dec. 9, 2016 The passing of Gwen Ifill at age 61 on Nov. 14 meant the journalism community lost one of its model figures. Her authenticity, respect for the craft and dedication to pursuing the truth resonated with me as a young journalism student. Ifill went from dealing with petty prejudiced insults while interning […]
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By Rebecca Panico | Published Dec. 3, 2016 One Kean University English professor is getting her ducks in a row to create a new series of educational songs for children on a CD. Dr. Susanna Rich, a poet and songwriter, performed a duck-themed song from the future project with about a dozen Lakeview elementary school kids on a float at […]
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By Joshua Rosario | Published Nov. 17, 2016 Students will have the opportunity to raise funds for a good cause and compete for top prizes in music, poetry, comedy, dancing and more at a talent show on campus Dec. 1. Prof. Allison Edgley’s group communication class will hold the Kean to Fame talent show to raise funds for groups including […]
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People took turns sharing their thoughts under the clock tower at Kean University after Donald Trump was elected president. Nov. 10, 2016. Credit: Rebecca Panico By Adrianna Ruffo | Published Nov. 17, 2016 At least 70 people gathered for a peaceful rally at the clock tower on campus Nov. 10 to share their thoughts and concerns about Donald Trump’s impending […]
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Surveillance video obtained by The Tower through an open public records request shows Obidi Anamdi’s arrest on March 1, 2013. The video is unedited by The Tower. By Rebecca Panico | Published Nov. 14, 2016 A former Kean honor student who is suing the Kean Police Department over alleged “excessive force” shared his story on campus at a book signing […]
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Published Nov. 13, 2016 Dear brothers and sisters: After the surprising election results of this week, I am sad and worry for all the many vulnerable citizens among us such as undocumented workers, the homeless, the poor, young people of color, Muslim Americans, LGTBQ citizens and those who live with disabilities who may be more persecuted than ever. I […]
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By Estefani Hernandez | Published Nov. 10, 2016 The Kean University Men’s soccer team ended their season with an overall record of 14-5-1 after a tie with Ramapo College, falling short of making the New Jersey Athletic Conference (NJAC) playoffs. Head Coach, John Velasco emphasizes the importance of always keeping the main goal in mind which is staying motivated. Starting […]
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By Craig Epstein | Published Nov. 10, 2016 After the close of the regular season, the Kean University Women’s soccer team advanced to the semifinals of the New Jersey Athletic Conference (NJAC) where they fell to The College of New Jersey with a score of 4-0. But before reaching the NJAC playoff tournament, the team battled through the season, resulting […]
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By Craig Epstein | Published Nov. 10, 2016 Intramurals are always a fun way of of playing sports and meeting new people. Whether you want to play flag football, tennis, dodgeball, or basketball, Kean University has it all. If you are interested in Kean intramurals, log onto intramurals.keanathletics.com and take a look at all of the exciting options it has […]
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