Kean University Alumni

A huge thank you goes to Shannon Gallo from Kean Career Services for leading an outstanding session of the G.O.L.D. Professional Development Series: The Strategic Job Hunt.

This was not just another career workshop. It was a practical, actionable experience that left every attendee with a fresh perspective on their job search, new tools and strategies, valuable connections🤝, and a roadmap they can personalize to achieve their goals (...and a new headshot too!).

If you haven't already done so, make sure your alumni contact information is up to date so you can be among the first to hear about future G.O.L.D. (Graduates of the Last Decade) events and opportunities💙: https://forms.office.com/r/ZbyzukAf34

Alumni, on the 11th episode of 𝘊𝘭𝘪𝘮𝘣 𝘏𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘏𝘦𝘳, First Lady Darlene Repollet welcomes sustainability leader Amanda Gardiner, who shares her path from opera and international affairs to advancing social impact and sustainability for global organizations. She dives into the evolution of sustainability from corporate side projects to core business strategy, the importance of building relationships to influencing change and leading with a clear set of values. Listen Here: https://www.kean.edu/climb-higher-her

We have already had so many of you apply before the priority deadline, thank you so much!

The final deadline to apply is Tuesday, June 23rd. So, if you want to give back in a meaningful way, volunteer with as a Leadership Coach to guide a small group of 💙Kean students through a career accelerating course. You’ll not only be giving back to the next generation of leaders, it’s also an opportunity to grow your own professional and leadership skills.

Learn more & apply by June 23: https://link.braven.org/kean-alumni

Alumni (especially the recent Kean Grads)...Job searching right now can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone🤝. Join us for a supportive, practical session where you’ll learn how to find real opportunities, sharpen your approach, and move closer to your next role. As a bonus, alumni register to take a complimentary professional headshot from an on-site photographer and can bring a guest. 💙Register here: https://alumreg.kean.edu/professionaldevelopment2026

Spots are filling up for the 2026 Kean Athletics Golf Outing! ⛳

Join alumni, friends, and supporters for a day on the course in support of Kean student-athletes.

Don’t wait—register now:
https://www.keanfoundation.org/athleticsgolf2026

Alumni, 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.

Follow on Spotify or Apple Podcasts so you don't miss an episode, or listen here: https://www.kean.edu/climb-higher-her.