Student Stabbed On Union Campus At Kean University

UNION, NJ — A Kean University student was stabbed at the Union campus on Tuesday night, reported Kean University Police.

At around 8:15 p.m. on Sept. 19, a male student was reportedly stabbed near the basketball courts next to Miron Student Center on the Union Campus, said campus police.

The student was taken to a local hospital. No update on his condition was released.

Campus Police are working with authorities to actively investigate the stabbing, which is believed to be connected to a group riding around the campus on bicycles, said police.

The group left immediately after the stabbing.

While there is no ongoing threat to public safety, the University placed extra police presence on campus overnight.

"Our prayers are with our student and his family as he recovers from this senseless crime. We know this incident is connected to individuals from outside our campus. This reminds all of us that although we are part of a caring community, Kean is an open campus, and we are not immune to crime from the outside world," said President Dr. Lamont O. Repollet.

Repollet went to the campus on Tuesday night to meet with students, visit residence halls and walk the campus.

Students who feel they need extra support are encouraged to reach out to the Kean Counseling Center or the new Uwill teletherapy program. Faculty and staff can access the Employee Assistance Program.

"Three years ago, when I became president of this University, I told you that safety would be one of my top priorities. That remains true today. Violent crime occurs across this country and sadly college campuses are no exception. We cannot protect ourselves from every threat, but we can learn from this incident to make our campus as safe as it can be. Each one of us plays a role in keeping those around us safe by speaking up when we see something suspicious. If you see something, say something," said Repollet.

Anyone with any information about last night’s incident is asked to contact the Kean University Police Department at 908-737-4800.

Have a news tip? Email alexis.tarrazi@patch.com.