Kean University is an institution with amazing people and a lot of opportunities. So much so that this year's graduating seniors have obtained a lot of memories and good laughs.

These graduating seniors had a lot to reflect over their years at Kean University: Ladayna Sanchez, a senior studying criminal justice; David Ubah, a senior studying computer science with information studies; Anisha Lewis, a senior studying biology; and Carl Olivier Lohier, a senior studying general business.

These four graduating seniors had many memories to share.

Sanchez: "My favorite experience at Kean University was the experience of going on the Alternative Spring Break Trip in 2014, my freshman year. I had the most amazing time and I am still so appreciative until this day for this five-day trip. Instead of going on vacation or relaxing at home, a large group of Kean volunteers, myself and staff headed towards the Atlantic City area to help rebuild and fix homes that have been damaged during Hurricane Sandy. We met families, helped families and built relationships with others that I still hold today. The entire experience was one I'll always remember. I went out of my comfort zone and went away with a group of individuals I didn't even know, and when we came back we were all like a family."

"Outside of the work during the day we also went out to eat, went to the movies, hung out at the hotel in the pool, you name it. I met one of my best friends on this trip. Without Kean I would of never got to cherish and experience all that I did on this trip. It's an experience at Kean that I bring up to many people and encourage them to go when I hear about it every year."

Lohier: "I would say the fact that I was working with the greatest down-to-earth people here at Kean made it my favorite experience. Typical bosses do not take time to hear about [an] employee's story and background. Those people care about you and would do whatever they can to help one in need. During my journey at Kean, I feel that I was not too involved on campus beside working in the Miron Student Center Game Room and being a part of Haitian Student Association. I wish I had the chance to play for Kean University soccer team and just be more involved by volunteering in different services offered on campus."

Ubah: "My first percussion ensemble concert at Wilkins Theatre was an amazing experience. I enjoyed the musical compositions and the styles in which the songs were being played. If I could I would explore Kean to gain more useful information and experience that would benefit me in the long run."

Lewis: "I have had many great experiences at Kean. The best decision I ever made was dorming my freshman and sophomore year. Living on campus gave me the fundamental college experience. It gave me the chance to venture out, bond and meet new people. Some people I met are my best friends still today. I also had the opportunity to participate in many academic organizations where I learned to try new things and make friends who helped shape my college career. But the most major and constructive involvement I have had on campus was getting the chance to do research with one of the greatest professors I have met in the biology department, Dr. Pu, and having my research featured and presented at Kean Research Day and having it published on the Kean University website. I was also recognized by the Garden State Louis Stokes Alliance Minority Participation (LSAMP) program and was inducted into Tri-Beta National Biological Honor Society."

"If I could do anything differently it would have been to network and do more internships to gain a lot more experience in my career field that I want to pursue. I also wish I would have spent less time worrying about certain things and enjoy my college journey and take advantage of every opportunity that came my way. I could have even joined a sorority."

These graduating seniors explained what they would miss about Kean University.

Sanchez: "I'm going to miss my little family at the Miron Student Center. I currently work in the Computer Lab there. I've been working there since my sophomore year. I formed many relationships there and the staff has always been there to help and guide me. I would definitely say I'm going to miss working there. I am also going to miss a few special professors who have helped me out so much while in undergrad."

Lohier: "I will miss the great friends I had the chance to work with. We were just coworkers but many of us became good friends and some of these people will always have a place in my heart and my circle. While in school you have the chance to see them but once we all graduate it will be difficult to see them as often it used to occur on campus."

Ubah: "The Game Room at the Miron Student Center...[it] is one of the most important places to be in on campus because it serves as a huge stress reliever for students. I am going to miss the atmosphere, energy, competition and connection that I had in the Game Room."

Lewis: "I will miss being and working around people of the same age group and attending classes with my friends. I will also miss being around such a diverse environment. I had a lot of great experiences working at the Miron Student Center. Working at the heart of the university gave me a chance to broaden my social skills and become more involved on campus. We all became a family."

After they graduate from Kean these students talked about their next steps.

Sanchez: "I am planning on furthering my education at Kean's graduate school. I have recently been accepted to the forensic-psychology master's degree program. I am looking forward to obtain my master's and eventually work my way into crime scene investigation. I'm so glad Kean has given me continuous opportunities to do great, and as a graduating senior I would say my experience here has been very productive and memorable!"

Lohier: "I am looking at a couple internships opportunities and also looking at moving in with my soon-to-be wife. I am closing a big chapter in my life on May 18th and hopefully greater things come my way. Only God knows at this point but I will remain patient and will still work hard to achieve my goal in finding a great job and start my career."

Ubah: "I plan on taking a cyber-security certification course and pursuing a master's degree."

Lewis: "I plan on taking a year off to volunteer and gain more experience in the field I would like to pursue by working the medical field and shadowing doctors and physician assistants. I will also be doing more outreach and community service in my community. My main plan is to prepare to go to graduate school to become a physician assistant, but who knows, I also see med school in my future."