Senior Associate Dean for the Southern Polytechnic College of Engineering and Engineering Technology
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Jul 14, 2026·StrategicPlan
Board
Kennesaw State University Strategic Plan
The strategic plan, titled "Taking Flight," guides Kennesaw State University's pursuit of excellence, innovation, and impact. Its mission is to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships, and economic opportunity, empowering students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and global citizens within an inclusive environment. The university's vision is to achieve national prominence through its education, research, and community programs that foster inquiry and advance society, supported by values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability. The plan is executed through numerous initiatives affecting teaching, research, student success, and future planning, with accountability ensured through biannual reviews.
May 5, 2026·StrategicPlan
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Kennesaw State University Strategic Plan 2024-2028
The Kennesaw State University strategic plan, "Taking Flight," provides a clear, shared direction focused on bolstering academic success, expanding research, deepening community partnerships, and creating more opportunities for students. It is guided by five university-level goals: fostering a thriving learning environment, conducting innovative research that advances society, enhancing community engagement, expanding institutional influence and prominence, and advancing a sustainable, adaptable, and operationally efficient institution. The plan aims to move the institution toward national prominence and greater heights.
Feb 3, 2026·StrategicPlan
Board
Kennesaw State University Annual Report 2025
This document summarizes Kennesaw State University's significant progress and achievements in 2025, reflecting its commitment to delivering lasting value to students and the state. Key focus areas include record student growth, retention, and graduation rates, expansion and excellence in academic programs, and substantial increases in research activity and infrastructure development. The report also highlights strengthened operations through sustainability efforts, increased community and donor support, and notable successes in student recognition and athletics, all contributing to the university's economic impact and relentless momentum.
Dec 19, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
Kennesaw State University Commencement
The document details the Fall 2025 Commencement exercises, the 153rd in KSU's history. Key segments included welcoming remarks, the singing of the national anthem, and recognition of the platform party and distinguished members of the university community. A significant focus was placed on congratulating the graduating class of 2025, acknowledging their journey, and welcoming them as alumni. The ceremony highlighted the achievements of students through recognition of veterans, first-generation graduates, participants in research, study abroad, athletics, student organizations, internships, and working students. The President's Award of Distinction was conferred upon Ari Schwarz for exceptional achievement in academics (perfect 4.0 GPA in Biology), research, leadership, and service, with special mention of his resilience while facing health challenges. The event concluded with the formal presentation of candidates from the College of Science and Mathematics and the Michael J. Kohl's College of Business for degree conferral.
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