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A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Kennesaw State University offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to its more than 51,000 students. Kennesaw State is a member of the University System of Georgia with 11 academic colleges. The university’s vibrant campus culture, diverse population, strong global ties, and entrepreneurial spirit draw students from throughout the country and the world. Kennesaw State is a Carnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2), placing it among an elite group of only 8 percent of U.S. colleges and universities with an R1 or R2 status. For more information, visit kennesaw.edu.

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A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Kennesaw State University offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to its more than 51,000 students. Kennesaw State is a member of the University System of Georgia with 11 academic colleges. The university’s vibrant campus culture, diverse population, strong global ties, and entrepreneurial spirit draw students from throughout the country and the world. Kennesaw State is a Carnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2), placing it among an elite group of only 8 percent of U.S. colleges and universities with an R1 or R2 status. For more information, visit kennesaw.edu.

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Representation of the achievement named 'Kennesaw State-born fellowship aims to make Atlanta a sustainability hub'.

Kennesaw State-born fellowship aims to make Atlanta a sustainability hub

Kennesaw State students Gabriela Citino, Dinesh Reddy and Md Jobair Hossain Faruk have been chosen to participate in RCE Greater Atlanta's SDG Futures Fellowship, aiming to make a difference in the world through sustainable development education and leadership. The SDG Futures Fellowship strives to educate participants on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, as well as develop leadership and professional skills.
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Leadership - 2023 Mar 22

Kennesaw State education students prepared for changing classroom

Being a teacher is one of those unique fields in which many describe their choice of profession as a calling. The next generation of educators in Kennesaw State's Bagwell College of Education are hopeful and ready to make a positive impact.
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Experiential Learning - 2023 Mar 9

Kennesaw State students present research at Georgia Capitol

Four Kennesaw State University students showcased their research at Posters at the Georgia State Capitol, an annual presentation of undergraduate research to state legislators. Brittany Aguilar, Kimberly Gomes, Emma Smalley, and Dalvin Ross were among the 40 students from across the state selected for the presentation.
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Research / Grant - 2023 Mar 1
Representation of the achievement named 'Kennesaw State physics student looks to turn NASA internship into a full-time opportunity'.

Kennesaw State physics student looks to turn NASA internship into a full-time opportunity

It's all physics all the time for Kennesaw State junior Christopher Woolford, between his coursework, lab research and virtual internships with both NASA's Glenn Research Center and the Department of Energy's Fermi National Laboratory. And it's the life he has wanted since developing a love of physics in high school.
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Internship - 2023 Mar 1
Representation of the achievement named 'During Black History Month, current KSU students are making their marks'.

During Black History Month, current KSU students are making their marks

As the Kennesaw State community celebrates Black History Month, the newest chapters of the University's history are being written today by outstanding Black students. Join us in marking Black History Month at KSU by meeting a few of those students who are making history today.
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Leadership - 2023 Feb 22
Representation of the achievement named 'Kennesaw State's new Fintech master's degree is right on the money, students say'.

Kennesaw State's new Fintech master's degree is right on the money, students say

Each year, companies in Georgia process 118 billion digital financial transactions worth more than $2 trillion, and a new Kennesaw State University master's program is helping students find or advance careers in the growing financial technology field. Housed in the Coles College of Business, the Master of Science in Digital Financial Technologies is training students for careers as blockchain developers, compliance experts, cybersecurity analysts and more.
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Experiential Learning - 2023 Feb 6

Fall 2022 Dean's List

Kennesaw State University congratulates the more than 7,600 Owls named to the University's Dean's List, which recognizes students for their academic achievement during the Fall 2022 semester. Undergraduate students enrolled in at least nine credit hours and with a term grade point average of at least 3.5 were named to the list.
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Dean's List - 2023 Jan 20

My first semester: Camden Edwards finds a home at Kennesaw State

The first semester of college is a time of transition and growth as students spread their wings and begin to navigate their academic careers, discover new interests and make lasting memories. Camden Edwards, from Cumming, Ga., already is making a difference on campus as she pursues a degree in entrepreneurship.
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Experiential Learning - 2023 Jan 10
Representation of the achievement named 'Fall 2022 President's List'.

Fall 2022 President's List

Kennesaw State University has announced its President's List in recognition of academic excellence for the Fall 2022 semester. To achieve this honor, each undergraduate student must have completed at least nine semester hours with a term grade point average of 4.0.
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President's List - 2023 Jan 20
Representation of the achievement named 'KSU international student enjoys exploring new culture and friendships in first semester'.

KSU international student enjoys exploring new culture and friendships in first semester

The first semester of college is a time of transition and growth as students spread their wings and begin to navigate their academic careers, discover new interests and make lasting memories. Micaela Bazalar Quispe, who is from Lima, Peru and plans to pursue a degree in sociology, shares what made her first semester as an Owl meaningful.
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Experiential Learning - 2023 Jan 9
Representation of the achievement named 'My first semester: Grace Soto living her dream at Kennesaw State'.

My first semester: Grace Soto living her dream at Kennesaw State

The first semester of college is a time of transition and growth as students spread their wings and begin to navigate their academic careers, discover new interests and make lasting memories. Grace Soto, from Snellville, Ga., is already making a difference on campus as she pursues a degree in psychology.
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Experiential Learning - 2023 Jan 9
Representation of the achievement named 'Kennesaw State graduate helps VR lab develop next-generation business training games'.

Kennesaw State graduate helps VR lab develop next-generation business training games

Kennesaw State University graduate Bonga Maswanganye said an often-misunderstood hobby led him to his now promising career path as a programmer and virtual designer. The Marietta resident earned his degree in computer game design and development and is set to work in the video game industry after picking among several offers.
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Graduation - 2022 Dec 13
Representation of the achievement named 'Kennesaw State senior's no-quit attitude brings personal and professional success'.

Kennesaw State senior's no-quit attitude brings personal and professional success

Allison Shaw, a December 2022 graduate in civil engineering, completed five internships throughout her college career and will be working full-time with the Georgia Department of Transportation in 2023. Shaw's time as a Kennesaw State student has been marked with several successes and celebrations, but in June, her world stopped when her father unexpectedly passed away.
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Graduation - 2022 Dec 12

Kennesaw State senior succeeds as first-generation scholar leveraging opportunities

One of Kennesaw State's first recipients of the Coca-Cola First Generation Scholarship, Keoni McKeever has been a first-rate student. McKeever has made the most of his opportunities to succeed, culminating in earning his civil engineering degree during Fall Commencement ceremonies.
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Graduation - 2022 Dec 9

Kennesaw State student pursues careers in nursing, track

Between workouts and 12-hour clinical shifts, Kennesaw State senior Sarah Hendrick has lived college life to the fullest. With a schedule sometimes packed from dawn to dusk, the nursing major and student-athlete said she wouldn't have it any other way.
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Graduation - 2022 Dec 9
Representation of the achievement named 'Student researchers take top honors in Fall Symposium of Student Scholars'.

Student researchers take top honors in Fall Symposium of Student Scholars

Several Kennesaw State University students were recognized for their research efforts, earning the top prizes at the Fall Symposium of Student Scholars hosted by KSU's Office of Undergraduate Research. Awards were given for the best undergraduate and graduate presentations.
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Research / Grant - 2022 Nov 23
Representation of the achievement named 'Office of Undergraduate Research hosts Fall Symposium of Student Scholars'.

Office of Undergraduate Research hosts Fall Symposium of Student Scholars

The Office of Undergraduate Research hosted the Fall Symposium of Student Scholars to showcase research conducted by Kennesaw State students. Held in the fall and spring, the Symposium draws hundreds of student researchers presenting projects in a myriad of disciplines.
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Research / Grant - 2022 Nov 23
Representation of the achievement named 'Kennesaw State students develop digital marketing strategies with Warner Bros. Discovery'.

Kennesaw State students develop digital marketing strategies with Warner Bros. Discovery

Three Kennesaw State University students will visit broadcaster Warner Bros. Discovery Sports U.S. during the 2023 March Madness college basketball tournament to see how the company uses digital sports collectibles in its marketing. Feyisola Odejimi, Cynthia Quiroz and Sophie Schohan earned the opportunity by taking first place in KSU's inaugural Marketing Innovation and Technology Strategy competition.
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Student Competition - 2022 Nov 18

Hackathon sponsors provide opportunities for Kennesaw State students

At Kennesaw State University's Fall 2022 Hackathon, students were given a challenge: "Helping people thrive in a connected world." It was up to the students to use information technology skills and creativity to brainstorm a solution.
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Student Competition - 2022 Oct 6

Summer 2022 President's List

Kennesaw State University has named 879 students to the President's List in recognition of their academic excellence for the Summer 2022 semester. To achieve this honor, each undergraduate student must have completed at least nine semester hours with a term grade point average of 4.0.
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President's List - 2022 Sep 21
Representation of the achievement named 'Students showcase engineering skills in Kennesaw State's Pumpkin Launch'.

Students showcase engineering skills in Kennesaw State's Pumpkin Launch

Pumpkin Launch, a signature Kennesaw State University event that began more than a decade ago, is a fierce competition for mechanical engineering students in the Southern Polytechnic College of Engineering and Engineering Technology. This year's Pumpkin Launch included more than 250 students enrolled in the Introduction to Mechanical Engineering course.
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Student Competition - 2022 Nov 16
Representation of the achievement named 'Summer 2022 Dean's List'.

Summer 2022 Dean's List

Kennesaw State University congratulates the 785 Owls named to the University's Dean's List, which recognizes students for their academic achievement during the Summer 2022 semester. Undergraduate students enrolled in at least nine credit hours and with a grade point average of at least 3.5 were named to the list.
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Dean's List - 2022 Sep 21
Representation of the achievement named 'Kennesaw State engineering teams earn honors in national competitions'.

Kennesaw State engineering teams earn honors in national competitions

Several student competition teams from Kennesaw State University's Southern Polytechnic College of Engineering and Engineering Technology participated in national competitions this summer, highlighted by a first-place finish by the Electric Vehicle Team.
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Student Competition - 2022 Aug 31
Representation of the achievement named 'Kennesaw State honors student researchers in annual Birla Carbon Scholars Symposium'.

Kennesaw State honors student researchers in annual Birla Carbon Scholars Symposium

The College of Science and Mathematics recognized 10 students who were selected to receive stipends to pursue their individual research interests during a 10-week program established by Birla Carbon, a worldwide chemical manufacturer.
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Research / Grant - 2022 Aug 29
Representation of the achievement named 'Kennesaw State students earn ArtsKSU Gala Scholarships'.

Kennesaw State students earn ArtsKSU Gala Scholarships

Financial support from more than 200 donors is providing ArtsKSU Gala Scholarships to 70 Kennesaw State students for the 2022-23 academic year. The recipients represent all four units of KSU's College of the Arts.
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Scholarship - 2022 Aug 2

Kennesaw State student earns leadership role with international organization

Kennesaw State University student Dana London believes that curiosity and wisdom are among the greatest assets anyone can possess. By following that notion, the sophomore accounting major has earned a leadership position with an international organization.
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Leadership - 2022 Jul 26

Kennesaw State students educate on ecology, conservation through social media

Inspired by the "Crocodile Hunter," Christian Cave, Ryland McGreevy and Bobby Hardin Jr. are bringing their excitement for environmental ecology straight to their social media audiences - with 3.3 million likes on TikTok and 335,000 combined followers on Instagram and TikTok.
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Student Excellence - 2022 Jul 13
Representation of the achievement named 'Spring 2022 Dean's List'.

Spring 2022 Dean's List

Kennesaw State University congratulates the nearly 6,800 Owls named to the University's Dean's List, which recognizes students for their academic achievement during the Spring 2022 semester. Undergraduate students enrolled in at least nine credit hours and with a grade point average of at least 3.5 were named to the list.
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Dean's List - 2022 Jun 14
Representation of the achievement named 'Spring 2022 President's List'.

Spring 2022 President's List

Kennesaw State University has named nearly 5,000 students to the President's List in recognition of their academic excellence for the Spring 2022 semester. To achieve this honor, each undergraduate student must have completed at least nine semester hours with a term grade point average of 4.0.
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President's List - 2022 Jun 14
Representation of the achievement named 'Kennesaw State students awarded scholarships from U.S. Department of Energy'.

Kennesaw State students awarded scholarships from U.S. Department of Energy

The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Nuclear Energy awarded four Kennesaw State students scholarships through its University Nuclear Leadership Program (UNLP) for the upcoming school year.
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Scholarship - 2022 Jun 9
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