Bagwell

Preparing Professional Educators to Impact Lives

The Bagwell College of Education at Kennesaw State prepares future educators and leaders through innovative programs, hands-on experiences, and strong community partnerships. With degrees, programs, endorsements, and certificates focusing on education, leadership, teaching, and engaging with diverse learners, Bagwell equips students with the skills to excel in education.

Other student engagement opportunities like Educators of Tomorrow, Student Ambassadors, Black Teachers Matter, Bloom, Pláticas con Muestr@s, and Call Me Mister® address the evolving needs of the field, while the Anthology Portfolio [formerly Chalk & Wire] supports teacher education candidates. Through research, professional development, and local partnerships, Bagwell empowers elite educators who make a lasting impact in their classrooms and beyond.

Partnership Spotlight

February 2025

Georgia Leadership Institute for School Improvement (GLISI) and the Educational Leadership Department

Georgia Leadership Institute for School Improvement (GLISI) and the Educational Leadership Department at Kennesaw State University (KSU) have established a formal partnership to expand leadership opportunities to Georgia Educators. The partnership allows graduates of the (GLISI) Aspiring Leaders program to earn nine hours toward the newly established Master of Education in Teacher and Educational Leadership. This unique degree is only offered at KSU, and it prepares candidates to obtain Tier I and Teacher Leadership state certifications. Tier I certification allows educators to serve in various school-based leadership roles, such as Assistant Principals. Teacher Leadership prepares educators for various non-administrative leadership roles, such as instructional coaches, subject area department chairs, Professional Learning Community (PLC) leads, etc.