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Recently, Wenzhou-Kean University (WKU) Research Institution of Business Environment and Rule of Law hosted its first international exchange event in Bulgaria, where a Taishun Covered Bridge model was donated to the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences. There was a similar donation in September 2020, when the University gave a model of Taishun’s Xidong Bridge to Kean University in the United States. Recognized as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage, the Taishun Covered Bridge represents a signif…

Kean University today officially earned an R2 research university designation under the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, marking a significant milestone in Kean’s rapid transformation into a premier research institution.   Kean is now recognized among the top eight percent of colleges and universities nationwide for research and doctorate production.  “Reaching this tremendous milestone has been my goal since I became president, and I am incredibly proud of our facult…

Wenzhou, January 10: The Dongtou International Design-Build Festival kicked off today. Over 40 students and faculty members from Wenzhou-Kean University and Kean University in the United States descended upon Dongtou, Wenzhou, and embarked on an eight-day journey of designing outdoor art installations on the island. As planned, they will be working in four teams to conduct design and construction activities in the island’s Zhongyu Scenic Area. With a focus on the innovative applications that ref…

2025 NEW YEAR'S GREETINGS Dear WKU community, alumni, and friends from all around the world， Spring brings growth, summer fosters flourishing, autumn yields the harvest, and winter stores the bounty. In the blink of an eye, the year of 2024 has come to an end.  At this beautiful moment of bidding farewell to the passing year and greeting the new year, we extend sincerest New Year wishes to all members of the WKU community, alumni and friends from all over the world who have been supportive and c…

On December 16 (EST), the Chinese Consulate General Chen Li in New York visited Kean University to engage in in-depth discussions with President Lamont Repollet, Ed.D., and senior university officials about strengthening Sino-U.S. cultural exchanges and promoting more opportunities for American students to study in China. The event was attended by Counselor Yu Yougen, who oversees educational affairs at the Chinese Consulate, Consul Qin Qilun, Kean University Senior Vice President Felice Vazquez…

WKU's Student Learning & Activity Center (SLAC), the campus's central landmark, has been officially named among the world's most beautiful campuses honored by the Prix Versailles for its exceptional architecture and design.         Student Learning and Activity Center (SLAC) at Wenzhou-Kean University WKU Office of Campus Construction and Logistics Director Mr. Zhu Ge accepted the Prix Versailles 2024 award on behalf of WKU at a ceremony held earlier this month at the United Nations Educatio…

Jungbin Kim, a distinguished young scholar with multiple research accomplishments, is currently an Assistant Professor in the Department of Environmental Science at Wenzhou-Kean University (WKU). He has a unique teaching philosophy and is always passionate about exploring Chinese culture and life. As one of the international top young talents, Professor Kim embarked on his extraordinary journey with WKU in 2023. His story is full of creativity, responsibility, and pursuit. AI-Powered Water Treat…

Among the 2022 cohort of Finance undergraduates, 63 students participated in a thesis writing course taught by Professor Jianing Zhang. Of these, 20 undergraduates successfully published their undergraduate theses as first authors in international journals, including SSCI journals. For many undergraduates, writing a research paper is no easy task, and publishing an undergraduate thesis in mainstream international academic journals is even “harder than climbing to the sky.” A publication rate of…

The 10th anniversary of the Chinese Ministry of Education's establishment of Wenzhou-Kean University was celebrated in grand style in CBPM’s Hall on October 21 where distinguished guests gathered to commemorate the institution’s key milestones.   The Chairman of the Board of Directors of WKU, Mr. Wang Beijiao, presided over the event. In his opening address, he extended heartfelt gratitude to all levels of governments, departments, fellow universities, and all other supporters who have contribut…

On the morning of October 14th, the 20th Triennial Conference of the International Association of University Presidents (IAUP 2024) was inaugurated in Beijing, China. Dr. Lamont Repollet, President of Kean University, was privileged to participate and deliver a keynote speech. This year's conference, themed "AI and the Future of Higher Education," is dedicated to fostering collaboration, innovation, and dialogue among university leaders worldwide. It brings together 700 university presidents, ad…