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Recently, Dr. Lamont Repollet, President of Kean University, visited Wenzhou with his delegation, opening the?door to?deep-level?exchange?focused on cultural experiences and inter-school cooperation. ? During their visit, in addition to attending the WKU 2025 commencement, President Repollet and his delegation?also?visited Wenzhou University?for further cooperation. The delegation included Upendra Chivukula and John Kean Jr., members of the Wenzhou-Kean University Board of Directors, and Felice…

The core philosophy of Kean Business School is to equip students with the knowledge and skills to become impactful global citizens. They are committed to using their expertise to build a better future for businesses, government, and communities. Professor Hing Kai Chan has been listed for several consecutive years among the "World’s Top 2% Scientists", as well as named a "Highly Cited Chinese Researcher." He has made significant academic contributions, with over 250 research papers published and…

This year, four students from Wenzhou-Kean University (WKU) received?national scholarships. Two of them are Xuanxuan Tu from Product Design and Rui Kang,?an English major. A Grounded Designer?Tu Xuanxuan Major: Product Design When Xuanxuan Tu?was considering her graduation project idea, she noticed that our country still relies?heavily on coal resources. Wanting to make a difference, she took on?the challenge of doing the project on remanufacturing coal ashes. To?achieve this goal, she stepped i…

6 June: Wenzhou-Kean University held its tenth Commencement for the Class of 2025 at the Olympic Sports Center in the Ouhai district, Wenzhou. In this midsummer of vitality and promise, WKU celebrated the achievements of the largest graduating class in its history. Nearly 1100 graduates across bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs attended the ceremony with congratulations from WKU and Kean University leadership, faculty, and staff members. Chair of the Board of Directors Mr. Wang Beijiao…

At the forefront of China-U.S. educational integration, Wenzhou-Kean University continues to write new chapters of innovation. Professor Xie Zhiwu, a scholar with a diverse academic background and a global perspective, has journeyed from Shanghai Jiao Tong University to top institutions in Europe and the United States, before ultimately choosing to settle down at WKU. Holding multiple roles—Assistant Vice Chancrllor for Academic Affairs, Interim Dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Director o…

The 2025 Times Higher Education Asian Universities Summit recently took place at the Macau University of Science and Technology, drawing nearly 1,000 participants from around the globe. With the theme “The Rise of Asia: A Journey of Transformation through Technological Innovation,” the event brought together over 650 leaders and administrators from globally renowned universities to discuss the future of science, technology and education in the region. Representing Wenzhou-Kean University, Dr. C…

“Thanks to ‘Student Research Day’, I realized that research isn’t something distant—it’s much closer to us than we think.” Wenzhou-Kean University (WKU) recently celebrated a milestone—its 10th?annual Student Research Day, a tradition that’s reshaped how students view academic inquiry. During the opening ceremony, Wang Yiling, a graduating senior from the Psychology Department, shared her experience. Wang has taken part in seven research projects during her undergraduate years, gaining valuabl…

The Journey of Dr. Alexander Scott English embodies intellectual rigor and cross-cultural empathy. An American by birth, yet a China scholar by heart, Dr. English has spent nearly two decades bridging East and West through the lens of intercultural psychology. As a researcher, he dives deep into the human psyche across cultures, while as a teacher, he nurtures curiosity and compassion in every student he meets. This time, we will offer a closer look at the academic path and personal story of him…

From April 9 to 10, the QS China Summit 2025 was held in Chengdu. The QS China Summit 2025 is the premier event for leading academics, industry experts, government leaders, and decision-makers to uplift higher education in China. Dr. Cary Anderson, Executive Vice Chancellor of Wenzhou-Kean University, and Dr. Midya Yousefi, Assistant Professor at the College of Education, represented Wenzhou-Kean University at the 2025 QS China Summit. Dr. Cary Anderson featured in the fireside panel with leader…

What happens when American university students and faculty meet local heritage artisans? How have Wenzhou-Kean students helped preserve traditional crafts while also creatively innovating them over the past two years? On March 30, the “Modern Bamboo Inlay” design exhibition opened in the village of Kucun, located in Nanpu Creek Town, Tahishun County. Hosted by Wenzhou-Kean University’s Michael Graves College?of Architecture and Design, in partnership with the Nanpu Creek Town?Government and Tais…