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Kennesaw State University is the third-largest university in Georgia. Located just north of Atlanta, KSU combines a suburban setting on two campuses in Kennesaw and Marietta, with access to one of the country’s most dynamic cities. Kennesaw State offers undergraduate, graduate and doctoral degrees to a diverse student body of more than 45,000 students. A member of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State is a comprehensive university, offering students a broad spectrum of quality academics, a growing and vibrant campus life, award-winning dining facilities and a wide array of athletic offerings. KSU offers nationally ranked degrees in business, computing and engineering, as well as premier education, nursing, arts, architecture, science and math programs. The University’s research, scholarship, creative activities and public service initiatives expand and apply knowledge, contribute to economic development, and improve the quality of life in local communities, Georgia, the nation and the world.

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Kennesaw State University is the third-largest university in Georgia. Located just north of Atlanta, KSU combines a suburban setting on two campuses in Kennesaw and Marietta, with access to one of the country’s most dynamic cities. Kennesaw State offers undergraduate, graduate and doctoral degrees to a diverse student body of more than 45,000 students. A member of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State is a comprehensive university, offering students a broad spectrum of quality academics, a growing and vibrant campus life, award-winning dining facilities and a wide array of athletic offerings. KSU offers nationally ranked degrees in business, computing and engineering, as well as premier education, nursing, arts, architecture, science and math programs. The University’s research, scholarship, creative activities and public service initiatives expand and apply knowledge, contribute to economic development, and improve the quality of life in local communities, Georgia, the nation and the world.

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'It has been so easy to talk with people' - KSU student reflects on 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. Cassidy Martin, an Honors student from Acworth who plans to pursue a degree in international business, shares what made her first semester as an Owl meaningful.
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Enrollment - 2022 Jan 14

Fall 2021 Dean's List

Kennesaw State University congratulates the more than 7,300 Owls named to the University's Dean's List, which recognizes students for their academic achievement during the Fall 2021 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 Jan 13

Fall 2021 President's List

Kennesaw State University has named more than 5,100 students to the President's List in recognition of their academic excellence for the Fall 2021 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 Jan 13

Student pursues new opportunities during 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. Arianna Palmer, who is from Acworth, Ga. and plans to pursue a degree in Theatre and Performance Studies, shares what made her first semester as an Owl meaningful.
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Enrollment - 2022 Jan 11

'Being here was my dream' - freshman student reflects on new experiences 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. Kennesaw State University student Elliot Larez, who is from Venezuela and plans to pursue a degree in computer science, shares what made his first semester as an Owl meaningful.
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Enrollment - 2022 Jan 6

Construction management students finish third at regional competition

Students in Kennesaw State University's College of Architecture and Construction Management earned third place finishes at the 2021 Associated Schools of Construction (ASC) Region 2 Design-Build Competition in October.
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Student Competition - 2022 Jan 6

Kennesaw State business students partner with veteran to create opportunities for others

Students in the Michael J. Coles College of Business are helping a combat veteran sow the seeds of a better future for fellow vets at his farm 45 miles north of campus in Calhoun.
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Achievement (Other) - 2021 Dec 22

Kennesaw State mechatronics students gain career-ready experience during senior design project

Sounds of robotic arms and conveyor belts whizzing and whirling filled the room as four Kennesaw State University mechatronics engineering students recently worked with an industry partner on designing a better beverage bottling process.
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Achievement (Other) - 2021 Dec 22

Construction management students receive recognition at international conference

Kennesaw State University's Association of Energy Engineers (AEE) student organization was recognized at the 2021 International AEE Conference in New Orleans.
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Achievement (Other) - 2022 Jan 6

Kennesaw State community plays a part in Braves' championship season

As students and alumni celebrate the Atlanta Braves' first World Series championship since 1995, some in the Kennesaw State University community got to see the dream season unfold up close.
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Achievement (Other) - 2021 Dec 22

Human Services graduate helps Make-A-Wish serve ill children

Kennesaw State University senior Ashley Francis has always considered herself a helper. Knowing that about herself, she planned to become a nurse, but later decided she could help more people through a career in human services. This week, she is graduating with a bachelor's degree in human services focused on nonprofit leadership and social innovation.
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Graduation - 2021 Dec 15

December graduate's legacy project lays groundwork for growth in emerging technology

Baron Wasden draws a straight line from his education at Kennesaw State University to the new job he will start in January, after graduating this month with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Information Systems. Wasden spent his final semester completing a capstone project leading the creation of a 3D printing laboratory in the Michael J. Coles College of Business and documenting the process so that others can follow the same roadmap to create their own labs.
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Graduation - 2021 Dec 14

Engineering graduate capitalized on opportunities

Alisa Machiwalla's interest in mechanical engineering was sparked at a young age by watching her father fix things around the house. "He's super handy and I wanted to be like him," Machiwalla said. This week, she is graduating from Kennesaw State's Southern Polytechnic College of Engineering and Engineering Technology (SPCEET) with a degree in mechanical engineering and a minor in nuclear engineering.
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Graduation - 2021 Dec 13

Sister's legacy guides, inspires Kennesaw State senior

As a freshman in 2018, Kennesaw State University student Shania Kalladanthyil sought solace in the classroom and laboratory following the tragic death of her older sister. Through that immersion and the lessons passed onto her from her sister, Shania has excelled.
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Achievement (Other) - 2021 Dec 10

Kennesaw State social work graduate student earns national fellowship

Crystal Butler, a second-year student in Kennesaw State University's Master of Social Work program, has earned placement in the prestigious Minority Fellowship Program through the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).
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Scholarship - 2021 Dec 9

Summer 2021 Dean's List

Kennesaw State University congratulates the 909 students named to the University's Dean's List, which recognizes students for their academic achievement during the Summer 2021 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 - 2021 Sep 7

Summer 2021 President's List

Kennesaw State University recently named nearly 900 students to the President's List in recognition of their academic excellence for the Summer 2021 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 - 2021 Sep 7

Kennesaw State graduate blends arts and science, evolves as researcher

A scientist and a dancer, Hope Didier combined her two passions and forged her own way at Kennesaw State, graduating with two bachelor's degrees.
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Graduation - 2021 Jul 30

Biology major fast-tracks his Kennesaw State experience

Barrett Upton graduates early with his degree in biology thanks to diligence in the classroom and in the lab at KSU.
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Graduation - 2021 Jul 29

Spring 2021 graduate

Kennesaw State University congratulates all of its spring graduates!
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Graduation - 2021 Jul 28

Kennesaw State student finds passion for research, extracurriculars through engineering college

When it comes to describing Kennesaw State University student George Williams, engineering professors Simin Nasseri and Mohammad Jonaidi find themselves rattling off a lengthy list of accomplishments. While serving as president of the KSU Motorsports student organization, Williams has carved out a niche for research in two departments within the Southern Polytechnic College of Engineering and Engineering Technology, co-authoring numerous journal papers and conference presentations. Read the full story: https://news.kennesaw.edu/stories/2021/ksu-engineering-student-research.php
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Achievement (Other) - 2021 Jul 2

Spring 2021 Dean's List

Kennesaw State University congratulates more than 6,600 students who were named to the Spring 2021 Dean's List.
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Dean's List - 2021 Jun 14

Spring 2021 President's List

Kennesaw State University congratulates more than 4,800 students who were named to the Spring 2021 President's List.
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President's List - 2021 Jun 14

Kennesaw State ushers in new era of intercollegiate competition with varsity Esports

In its inaugural season, 19 students have earned scholarships as part of Kennesaw State's new varsity Esports Program: https://experience.kennesaw.edu/varsityesports?source=share-ksu
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Scholarship - 2021 Jun 8

Six Owls Named in ASUN All-Conference Team, Tying Program Record

The ASUN Conference announced its All-Conference team on Thursday afternoon, naming six members of the Kennesaw State baseball team to its First and Second teams.
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Achievement (Other) - 2021 Jun 1

Kennesaw State Honors student awarded for scholarship and service

On his bedroom walls, KSU Journey Honors College student Robert Connor has a collection of sticky notes with motivational phrases he's written, including, "You have 1,440. How are you using them?" - in reference to the number of minutes in each day.
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Community Service - 2021 May 28

Torbert Named ASUN Pitcher of the Week

KENNESAW, Ga. - The ASUN announced Kennesaw State pitcher Luke Torbert as the ASUN Pitcher of the Week on Monday afternoon, the first accolade of the junior's career.
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Achievement (Other) - 2021 May 28

KSU students presenting in largest undergraduate research conference

Kennesaw State University undergraduate students will present nearly 120 research projects from an array of academic disciplines this week at the National Conference on Undergraduate Research (NCUR), which will be conducted virtually to maintain C...
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Academic competition - 2021 May 28

Kennesaw State University hosts inaugural Hackathon for Social Good

Kennesaw State University's College of Computing and Software Engineering (CCSE) recently hosted its inaugural Hackathon for Social Good, allowing students to apply their knowledge and technical know-how to solve societal problems.
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Student Competition - 2021 May 28

'Unstoppable determination' lands accounting student job at top firm

Taron Ragan has faced more than his share of tragedy in his life, but the senior accounting major never let those circumstances stand in his way of working toward his bachelor's degree at Kennesaw State. Ragan, who will graduate in May, already ha...
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Achievement (Other) - 2021 May 27
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