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USG executive vice chancellor named vice president of administration
President Pamela Whitten has tapped University System of Georgia (USG) Executive Vice Chancellor of Administration Tricia Chastain to lead Kennesaw State’s administrative units. Chastain will assume the role of vice president of administration, effective May 6. – April 23, 2019
KSU Player Finishes Runner-Up for National Award
Kennesaw State graduate quarterback Chandler Burks finished runner-up in the final voting for the STATS FCS Walter Payton Award, the organization announced Friday (Jan. 4) at its annual awards banquet. The award recognizes the top FCS offensive player. – January 07, 2019
On the Hunt
Sagi Shaier’s research on the spread of African trypanosomiasis, also known as “African sleeping sickness,” has brought the recent Kennesaw State University graduate international recognition. Shaier, a pre-med student who majored in computational applied mathematics with a minor in statistics, graduated summa cum laude last month. Along with his faculty mentor, mathematics professor Meghan Burke, Shaier conducted epidemiological research on the spread of the disease by wild and domestic animals. As one of 10 Birla Carbon Scholars this year, Shaier was able to focus over the summer on his core research interests: mathematics, biology and medicine. – January 07, 2019
My First Semester
After two years at a Texas university, Max Vande Beek decided to attend college closer to home, and found the right fit at Kennesaw State. “I didn’t know anyone when I got here,” he said. “But I’ve made more friends in one semester at KSU than I did in my two years there.” – January 04, 2019
Dates to Remember
Another semester officially kicks off next week as Kennesaw State University welcomes back students, faculty and staff on its two campuses. As Owl Nation gears up for Spring 2019, here are some important dates to keep in mind. – January 03, 2019
My First Semester
For first-year student and aspiring actress Riley Borst of Marietta, Kennesaw State has turned out to be a very good first act. “I enrolled at KSU not only because of the theater program, but also so that I could audition for shows with professional theaters in Atlanta,” said the 19-year-old, who was bitten by the acting bug at an early age. “I am planning on auditioning throughout the spring semester for shows in Atlanta.” – January 03, 2019
Rankings Roundup: Kennesaw State tops national rankings
College rankings are one measure of success for today’s universities, and Kennesaw State is no stranger to that notable recognition. During the fall semester, the University was named among the nation’s best in several academic degree program rankings, which recognized Kennesaw State for its unique offerings, strong online programs and affordability. – January 02, 2019
My First Semester
Dennis Morales wasn’t sure what to expect when his mom’s job moved his family from his home in Puerto Rico to Georgia two years ago. Kennesaw State University wasn’t even on his radar, but after his first semester here, he’s convinced that KSU is the school for him. While Morales is pursuing a degree in marketing, he’s become known on campus for bringing magic into the classroom with tricks he performs. Starting from the age of 5, he has practiced the art of illusion and now performs as a magician at every opportunity. – January 02, 2019
Kennesaw State elevated to R2 doctoral university
Kennesaw State University has been elevated to an “R2” designated institution – doctoral university with high research activity – in the revised 2018 Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Learning, the second-highest classification for research institutions in the country. KSU is one of only 259 institutions to carry the “R1” or “R2” designation. – December 31, 2018
Top 5 Readers' Choice Stories
As 2018 comes to a close, here are a few of Kennesaw State’s top readers' choice stories from the past 12 months. – December 31, 2018
