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Climb Higher With Her

Climb Higher With Her

Written by: Kean University
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 Climb Higher with Her is a podcast about women in leadership, career growth and professional development. Hosted by Darlene Repollet, First Lady of Kean University and a former corporate HR executive with 25 years of experience, the podcast features conversations with women leaders in business, government, higher education and public service. Each episode includes real-world lessons and actionable insights for emerging and established women leaders navigating today’s workplace, executive roles and leadership careers.Kean University Economics Management Management & Leadership
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  • Sara Peña’s Journey from First-Gen Student to State Leader

    Sara Peña’s Journey from First-Gen Student to State Leader
    Jan 12 2026

    Kean alumna Sara Peña ’96 reflects on her path from being a first-generation college student to serving in Governor Phil Murphy’s administration. In this candid conversation with Darlene Repollet, First Lady of Kean University, Sara opens up about the early challenges of navigating higher education, the mentors and communities that helped her find her voice, and how founding the Boys to Leaders Foundation helped her create opportunities for young Latino men. Her story is a powerful testament to grit, faith and the importance of showing up for yourself and others.



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