Copyright © 2025 New Mexico State University Athletics / All Rights Reserved Thanks for visiting The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here Follow the Action: X | Instagram – In a dramatic 13-inning showdown on Senior Day the Kennesaw State Owls left everything on the field in their 2025 season finale ultimately falling just short in a 5-4 heartbreaker to the New Mexico State Aggies on Sunday afternoon at Bailey Park In a record-breaking performance, Emma Friedel shattered multiple records and climbed the Conference USA leaderboards She set the CUSA and KSU single-game record with 15 strikeouts and pitched a complete 13 innings marking the NCAA's third-highest total for innings pitched in a game Her 248-pitch outing also set KSU program records for most batters faced (57) and matched the longest game in team's D1 history Game Recap: Softball | 5/4/2025 8:59:00 PM | Ariana Page Follow the Action: X | Instagram In a record-breaking performance, Emma Friedel shattered multiple records and climbed the Conference USA leaderboards bringing Guzowski home and putting KSU ahead 2-0 The Aggies responded with a solo leadoff homer in the second and another in the fourth to even the game at 2-2 The Owls looked to reclaim the lead in the fourth when Shaver doubled for the second time They found their spark again in the sixth as Shaver came through again this time blasting a two-run homer to left to tie the game at 4-4 The Owls had their best opportunity to walk it off in the bottom of the ninth, loading the bases with no outs. But their momentum was cut short when Alex Russo was thrown out at home NM State took the 5-4 lead in the top of the 13th inning with a run-scoring double to left-center sealing the series for the Aggies and their spot in the 2025 Conference USA Softball Championship The Owls will return to action next season for their 2026 campaign Thanks for visiting “I was the classic ADHD kid who thought I was bad at math – I thought I’d love to be an engineer but just wasn’t smart enough,” he said recently I took sort of an artistic route into engineering by earning a bachelor’s degree in three-dimensional design at Whitworth University.” Eaton worked for several years in areas that kept him close to what he loved by teaching robotics and engineering in high school in California earning a certificate in mechatronics from a community college there along the way he and his wife moved across the country to North Carolina where he works as the makerspace and engineering lab manager at High Point University’s Webb School of Engineering “If you have the opportunity to pursue an online degree the investment in time and money versus reward for the program at Kennesaw State is fantastic,” he said Eaton said the content of the program is cutting-edge and challenging and the professors are generous in helping students get the most from their studies He even got to work for a semester as a remote graduate research assistant He especially liked the program’s flexibility “I really appreciated the asynchronous components of the classes,” he said “I wasn’t sure how much of the program was going to be on someone else’s time There were certain exams that had specific times But I often needed to put all my focus on my job during the week and would spend the entire weekend on my studies.” Eaton has made a positive impression on his KSU instructors “Matt is as diligent a student as can be found His passion for robotics is what sets him apart,” said Matt Marshall “He approaches learning with an eye toward solving important problems with robot technology and educating others about this field.” Assistant professor of robotics and mechatronics engineering Razvan Voicu was impressed with Eaton’s attitude toward the course work “Matt consistently shows exceptional motivation and passion approaching challenges with enthusiasm and sustained positivity,” Voicu said “His dedication and genuine interest consistently drive meaningful progress in his work It was truly a pleasure to meet and work with him.” Though he wanted to attend his Kennesaw State graduation ceremony this is a remarkably busy and consequential month in the Eaton household He and his wife are anticipating the birth of their first child this month as well as the publication of his book “Make: Robotic Arms” being released on May 20 Kennesaw State's Healthcare Management and Informatics program celebrates 10 years preparing workforce leaders engineering students reimagine Asheville's devastated River Arts District KSU researcher harnessing digital twin technology to improve heart care Kennesaw State student leverages Double Owl Pathways program to accelerate career path Marietta Campus1100 South Marietta PkwyMarietta Campus Maps kennesaw.edu/info Media Resources Game Recap: Baseball | 5/4/2025 4:59:00 PM Thanks for visiting KENNESAW, Ga. – Behind a dominant performance from Emma Friedel and a clutch three-run homer by Lexie Shaver the Kennesaw State Owls blanked the New Mexico State Aggies 4-0 at Bailey Park to even the weekend series Friedel was in command from start to finish scattering just three hits over seven shutout innings while striking out six the sophomore tossed a complete 4-0 shutout game Game Recap: Softball | 5/3/2025 8:39:00 PM | Ariana Page KENNESAW, Ga. – Behind a dominant performance from Emma Friedel and a clutch three-run homer by Lexie Shaver The Owls scratched across the first run in the second inning with heads-up baserunning. Lexie Shaver reached on a single and came home on a throwing error by the catcher attempting to nab her at third KSU padded the lead in the sixth with a clutch swing from Shaver. After Ava Guzowski roped a leadoff double and Macie Howes beat out a bunt single Shaver stepped in and delivered a no-doubt blast over the left-field wall for a three-run home run giving the Owls all the insurance they'd need Defensively, Kennesaw State backed Emma Friedel with a flawless effort playing clean behind her and recording an error-free game With Shaver's three-run shot providing the cushion and the defense locking things down the Owls sealed the 4-0 victory in commanding fashion The Owls will step up to the plate for the final game of their 2025 campaign on Sunday they'll be looking to take series with a win Senior Day festivities will begin at 12:15 p.m. as the team honors their graduating players before taking the field for one last swing of the season Thanks for visiting Game Recap: Softball | Saturday 05/03/2025 | Matthew Knope Thanks for visiting Thanks for visiting Thanks for visiting Thanks for visiting The views expressed here are the author's own WINS For Life has hosted over 20 clinics at the Basketball Hall of Fame Owner and former college basketball coach David Vasquenza will lead his top notch Atlanta-based staff to host the May clinics (Mon. 5/7; 6:45pm-8:15pm) for Grades: 4th-7th or WINS For Life clinics are high-level learning experiences designed to help students elevate their skills Our experienced coaches incorporate valuable life lessons Over 45 students from the WINS program have advanced to compete at the college level including at prestigious schools such as UConn Saturday, 10:00 amAtlanta, GA Those who walk through Kennesaw State University may find what looks like a 12-foot stone slap covered in graffiti That's actually a piece of the Berlin Wall as in the massive German barrier brought down in 1989 as part of the end of the Soviet Union and the end of the Cold War The piece was donated to KSU by former state senator Charles “Chuck” Clay who received the piece from the Checkpoint Charlie museum in Berlin in gratitude for his grandfather's service, according to a 2019 news release He chose Kennesaw State because of its Museum of History and Holocaust Education "This wall gives us all a piece of history you can put your hand on Something you can see and understand," Clay said at the time "A little piece of Georgia will always be in Berlin because of my grandfather Who was Charles Clay's grandfather?Clay is the grandson of General Lucius D. Clay from Marietta who was the first director of civilian affairs in Germany after World War II, according to Brittanica During his time as military governor and commander in chief of the U.S Clay was responsible for gauging the requirements of food and shelter for a devastated civilian population and supervising a de-Nazification and de-industrialization program his administration was marked by the successful Allied airlift of food and supplies into Berlin during the Soviet blockade of that city After he retired and during the Kennedy administration Clay served as JFK's personal representative in Berlin under the rank of ambassador The Berlin Wall piece is on KSU's Kennesaw campus near the northeast corner of the Social Sciences building at 402 Bartow Avenue There is a plaque in front of the piece identifying it as well as explaining its history including the fall of the Berlin Wall and how this is a reminder of the friendship between the U.S Miguel Legoas is a Deep South Connect Team Reporter for Gannett/USA Today. Find him on X and Instagram @miguelegoas and email at mlegoas@gannett.com Follow the Action: X | Instagram contest against New Mexico State has been pushed up to 1 p.m due to incoming inclement weather in the forecast Follow the Action: X | Instagram Thanks for visiting Formerly working as a bedside pediatric cardiovascular intensive care nurse Thompson now serves as an informatics advisor at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta supporting an advanced technical team tasked with solving complex problems helping to formalize governance and build processes to support provider ordering in the electronic health record (EHR) Thompson dove into computer coding and logic a skillset she uses everyday working with the hospital’s EHR she works with the hospital’s clinical decision support system Thompson recently helped build clinical decision support that notified clinicians when to exchange nasojejunal tubes feeding tubes that deliver nutrients to the small intestine “A lot of my work is about problem solving,” Thompson said You have to be able to interpret it and know what data is actually meaningful to help clinicians.” “It’s a well-rounded program that went beyond straight nursing informatics and there was a lot of camaraderie among the students as well as networking opportunities for us to connect with health industry leaders,” Thompson said founder and executive director of the MSHMI program, launched the program nearly a decade ago to fill the talent gap for skilled professionals in Georgia’s healthcare technology workforce and adopted a novel approach to do so As the first degree of its kind in Georgia with a large economic footprint it encompasses healthcare delivery, business management information technology, and building strong academic-industry partnerships. “We train our students to not just understand trends — we train them to come up with solutions,” said Sneha in computer information systems and is also a professor of information systems and security at KSU “They are given the tools to analyze workflows of processes and have an overall understanding of health care.” very grateful for how this program came together for us how it has helped create a platform where we could project KSU as a serious player with strong industry partners in the health informatics field and to build our credibility in the healthcare ecosystem locally and globally.” Experiential learning opportunities bridging student success are a pivotal part of the MSHMI program and Sneha has built strong academic-industry partnerships to afford opportunities for professional growth and real-world experiences to students. Wellstar Health System is among the program’s many industry partners hosting students and fostering growth through mentorship Several graduates have been recruited with the health care giant “I think our collaboration has really had a focused impact on real-world projects that have benefited the students faculty and Wellstar,” said LeeAnna Spiva, the system’s assistant vice president of nursing practice and operations Spiva serves on the MSHMI program’s industry partner and advisory board Students have played a vital role in advancing Wellstar’s key initiatives including virtual nursing platform that aimed to address the vulnerability of nurses during an outbreak, an issue uncovered by the COVID-19 pandemic. Wellstar brought in faculty and students to evaluate available technology and what processes other organizations are using for virtual care and to conduct workflow efficiency studies on the amount of time it takes nurses to carry out a task “Students have assisted in evaluating and deploying innovative solutions that really drive our operational excellence and improved patient care,” Spiva said “I think their fresh perspectives and analytical skills have been invaluable in addressing these complex challenges in this rapidly evolving healthcare landscape.” “This is one the most exciting times to be in digital healthcare and our graduates are ready to create a positive impact on the industry,” Sneha said Master's in robotics systems fulfills Kennesaw State online student's goal Kennesaw State information technology student Fulbright semifinalist chasing interest in cybersecurity Kennesaw State computer science student honored with first President's Award of Distinction Kennesaw State Wellstar-Phillips Elite Honors Nursing Scholars program sees first graduates The President’s Award of Distinction has been established to celebrate the accomplishments of one exceptional graduating student each semester “who serves as an inspiration to their peers and the entirety of Owl Nation.” Duong was chosen based on her academic excellence and involvement in research endeavors to improve people’s health and wellbeing “I’m still processing that I am the first student ever to receive this award,” Duong said but I feel like this award is not just about me It’s more of a reflection of everyone who has been supporting me throughout my whole journey from my very first day at KSU until now.” “Anh is precisely the type of high-achieving passionate student we envisioned when we established the President’s Award of Distinction,” KSU President Kathy S “Anh’s journey – from a first-year student with a heart to help others to a standout scholar whose work is already making a real-world impact – is inspiring and a reflection of what is possible at Kennesaw State.” Duong was chosen to join Valero’s research team that is developing GlucoCheck a non-invasive device for people with diabetes to monitor their glucose levels the GlucoCheck device is a ring-like senor that uses light absorption technology to estimate glucose levels without using blood samples “When I arrived at Kennesaw State University I carried that question with me,” Duong said “I wanted to transform my passion for helping others into meaningful action with my professors’ guidance and an opportunity to work as a First-Year Research Scholar I found my answer: I’d build technology to improve lives.” While Duong has been involved with the GlucoCheck project for much of her college career She and information technology student John Oakley teamed up to win the top undergraduate presentation at the Fall 2024 Symposium of Student Scholars for their analysis of Kennesaw State’s GenCyber Camp which provided underrepresented high school students with exposure to cybersecurity and cyber-related degree programs at KSU and other schools at the Spring 2025 Symposium of Student Scholars Duong presented her ongoing work to design and develop a mobile app that would analyze a person’s behavior and activity to predict the onset of mental health conditions Duong aims to examine correlations between mental health issues and factors such as heart rate variability “Anh’s passion for research and innovation is evident in her ability to integrate technical expertise with real-world impact.” Valero commended Duong for mentoring other research assistants in the labs guiding them in software development and data collection Duong takes pride in that praise considering that she describes herself as “a shy student who feared she would never find her place” when she began college “KSU has given me more than an education – it has given me purpose,” Duong said “It has shown me the value of confronting challenges and the responsibility of using my knowledge for social good Honors biology student makes most of KSU experience Kennesaw State recognizes outstanding staff at annual awards ceremony Kennesaw State announces 2025 Faculty Award honorees Follow KSU Softball - Twitter | Instagram but a string of home runs by the New Mexico State Aggies proved to be the difference in a 6–2 setback Friday evening at Bailey Park The Owls put runners on in five different innings and flashed clean defense Game Recap: Softball | 5/2/2025 11:30:00 PM | Ariana Page Follow KSU Softball - Twitter | Instagram Kennesaw State struck first in the bottom of the first inning, as Jojo Johnson worked a walk to reach first base. Macie Howes delivered an RBI single that found a perfect spot in center field In the second, Ava Guzowski sparked a game-changing double play thwarting a potential scoring threat and flipping the momentum in the Owls' favor holding the Aggies scoreless in the inning launching a series of home runs over the next three innings to take control The Aggies knotted the game at 1-1 with a solo shot in the third then surged ahead in the fourth with a two-run blast They capped off their four-run streak with another leadoff homer to open the fifth NMSU loaded the bases and capitalized with back-to-back sacrifice flies plating two more runs for a commanding 6-1 lead Kennesaw State battled back in the bottom of the sixth, as Madison Miller and Emma Brinkman both notched singles. Ty Hardeman stepped up to the plate and delivered a sacrifice fly to center The Owls return to Bailey Park to continue their final home series of the 2025 season The second game of the series will kick off on Saturday Thanks for visiting Follow the Action: X | Instagram \r\n \r\nKENNESAW – The Kennesaw State Owls will close out their 2025 campaign on their home turf with a three-game Conference USA series against the New Mexico State Aggies This marks the first-ever meeting between the two programs with a special Mental Health Awareness game where fans are encouraged to wear green to show their support The series continues Saturday and concludes Sunday with Senior Day honoring four standout seniors for their dedication and impact on the program The stakes are high as the Aggies head to Georgia for a critical three-game showdown to close out the regular season Locked in a tie for fifth place in the Conference USA standings at 12-12 NM State holds the tiebreaker over Sam Houston and is still in the hunt for a top four finish The Aggies are heating up at just the right time coming off a weekend that featured one of their most consistent offensives stretches of the season After a nearly 10-game stretch with limited production NM State has scored 12 runs in their last 13 innings With postseason positioning on the line and momentum building New Mexico State arrives in Kennesaw looking to finish strong in their first-ever matchup with the Owls their growing team development will only strengthen their power at the plate as the season progresses holding them scoreless through four innings Emma Friedel has been electric in the circle going the distance in her first complete game allowing just three runs and striking out five against a powerhouse lineup She kept rolling at Chattanooga on March 18 and striking out nine while facing 24 batters in a commanding performance She kept the momentum going into Conference USA play delivering a one-hit shutout to secure the Owls' first conference win of the season against Western Kentucky and hit a major milestone by recording her 100th career strikeout Continuing her dominance in a midweek clash with Mercer and allowed just two hits in another stellar outing tossing 7.0 innings and setting a new season high with 10 strikeouts Friedel was in complete control against UTEP firing another complete-game shutout with eight strikeouts and just two hits allowed in a 134-pitch masterpiece Kennesaw State has proven they can compete with some of the nation's top programs going toe-to-toe with multiple Power Four opponents this season holding the lead through two innings and keeping it a one-run game until the end KSU battled to a tie through three innings showcasing their resilience against the Wildcats The Owls also put up strong fights against Iowa and Penn State 10 Texas Tech and Pitt to just a few runs in hard-fought contests the Owls' pitching staff held Georgia Tech to four scoreless innings demonstrating their ability to contain ACC-powered offenses Thanks for visiting Thanks for visiting Thanks for visiting Thanks for visiting KENNESAW, Ga. – Sophomore Ava Guzowski has been named to the 2025 Conference USA Softball All-Academic Team the league office announced Friday afternoon KENNESAW, Ga. – Sophomore Ava Guzowski has been named to the 2025 Conference USA Softball All-Academic Team Tennessee is majoring in Accounting and boasts an impressive 3.93 cumulative GPA Her exceptional academic performance also earned her a spot on the CUSA Commissioner's Honor Roll showcasing her ability to excel both on the field and in the classroom Guzowski has started all 50 games for the Owls this season putting together a career year at the plate Her disciplined approach is reflected in 24 walks and four hit-by-pitches helping her reach a .412 on-base percentage Guzowski led the team's power game in homers including the first inside-the-park home run of the 2025 season ranking fifth in the conference with 103 assists Guzowski's commitment to academic and athletic excellence makes her a standout leader for the Owls and her recognition on the CUSA All-Academic Team reflects the hard work and dedication she brings to all facets of her student-athlete experience Thanks for visiting Thanks for visiting “I was really inspired by what happened at the British Library in 2023,” said Varlet, who graduates this month with a bachelor’s degree in information technology “A cyberattack shut down the entire system and no one could check out books or access resources It really made me think about how critical these places are and how under protected they can be compared to private companies.” Public institutions house valuable data and cultural history but often lack the funding and infrastructure to defend against cyber threats Varlet’s research aims to elevate these concerns and offer inclusive solutions rooted not just in technology “If a library doesn’t have high-speed internet or trained personnel how can we expect them to implement complex cybersecurity systems?” she asked “These social and economic factors need to be part of the conversation.” Varlet’s experience at Kennesaw State has been fueled by faculty support She is particularly fond of her experience working with assistant professor Yixin “Chloe” Xie in the university’s bioengineering-focused X-Lab Through her work in the lab, Varlet was also introduced to the VICEROY Initiative a program funded by the Department of Defense that aims to build a skilled cybersecurity and IT workforce by engaging students in applied research and real-world problem-solving. “Bon stands out not just for her technical talent “She’s driven by a deep sense of purpose and a commitment to equity in cybersecurity I’m confident she’ll continue to make meaningful contributions on a global scale.” Kennesaw State researcher tackles inventory issues with autonomous warehouse robot Kennesaw State to revive bathtub race tradition with new video game Thanks for visiting “From administrative support to campus maintenance and academic advising to research support staff are essential to everything we do,” KSU President Kathy S “You are the beating heart of KSU and your hard work serving the university and our students does not go unnoticed Thank you and congratulations to all of our 2025 Staff Award nominees and winners.” director of compliance and certification support in Enrollment Services who was nominated by Registrar Paul Parker and the common theme among nomination supporters during his presentation video was helpfulness Each said that Redd goes beyond what’s expected to help the Enrollment Services staff provide the best possible service to KSU’s nearly 48,000 students The KSU Staff Awards recognize exceptional commitment to KSU staff’s mission The Kennesaw State University Foundation underwrites the ceremony and provides the monetary gift that accompanies each award The other 2025 Staff Awards winners included: Positive Impact/Service to the Community Award The awards process is managed by KSU’s Human Resources department Nominations are submitted by supervisors and other employees with letters of support. Nomination packets reviewed by a committee composed of representatives from across the University The 72 nominations set a record for this year’s awards Donations to Kennesaw State's Giving Day double to more than $287,000 A licensed psychologist who holds joint appointments in the Department of Psychological Science and the Interdisciplinary Studies Department Donovan was selected for demonstrating sustained excellence and distinction in teaching She has logged more than 17 years of service in various roles since arriving at Kennesaw State in August 2007 “Our honorees are not only passionate educators but also innovative and driven researchers tireless in their commitment to service and the KSU community,” KSU President Kathy S and diversity of talent and boast national and international recognition for their leadership and innovation in teaching Donovan and each of our 2025 award recipients.” Outstanding Professional Service and Community Engagement Award Outstanding Scholarship and Creative Activity Award Game Recap: Baseball | 4/30/2025 12:58:00 AM Thanks for visiting Thanks for visiting Game Recap: Softball | Friday 05/02/2025 | Matthew Knope Thanks for visiting Boudiab’s classmate Abby Evans has a slightly different story Hers began with an appendectomy as a teenager and memories of the incredible group of nurses who brought her back to health “It takes a truly unique person to have that compassion for other people and I think that is really what makes us different from others,” Boudiab said and I hope the other people feel the same way.” Though they took different paths toward Kennesaw State’s nursing program and Evans share a common thread in that all are members of the inaugural cohort of the Wellstar-Tom and Betty Phillips Elite Honors Nursing Scholars the program aims to produce top-notch nurses who benefit from a strong emphasis on academic scholarship Each scholar belongs to the KSU Journey Honors College and participates in nursing-focused research projects in addition to rigorous curriculum in the Wellstar School of Nursing “We know that these students are going to be the cream of the crop,” said Amy Roach assistant professor of nursing and faculty advisor to the initial cohort “Few 18-year-olds know what they’ll want to do when they graduate but these 13 students have stuck with it through the hardships We have no doubt they are going to become leaders when they graduate.” The academically challenging program is a joint venture between KSU’s Wellstar College of Health and Human Services and emeritus member of the Wellstar Board of Trustees Tom Phillips the latter serving as partial inspiration for the program’s name “To have the opportunity to be a part of an elite honors nursing scholarship program at KSU has been a rewarding experience in my life,” Phillips said Wellstar College Dean Monica Swahn said it’s hard to tell who will benefit more from the Elite Honors Nursing Scholars program — the 13 soon-to-be graduates who earned a rigorous education and forged timeless bonds with their classmates or the medical community that will benefit from their work ethic She credited the initial cohort with answering the challenge with aplomb “This group of students came to KSU in difficult times and showed amazing resilience from their first day to now,” Swahn said “They’ve persevered through a rigorous academic program comprehensive professional experiences and intensive research projects and they’ve done it all with great passion.” “Over the years we've spent so much time with each other so we're definitely a unified group,” she said Before walking in May’s commencement ceremonies the cohort’s final assignment will be to complete their capstone project which Roach said separates this cohort from their peers Boudiab and Evans are pursuing a project on the effectiveness of meditation as a stress relief technique among nursing students while Cruz and his co-researchers are studying the mitigation of burnout among sexual assault trauma nurses “Participating in research will give us a leg up whether that is in applying for residencies this fall or applying for an advanced practice degree program,” Cruz said but these projects will be very beneficial in helping us land jobs in areas in which we’d like to specialize.” “The faculty and staff that are part of the program are exemplary,” Roach said We put way more into the program than what has been asked of us because we know these students are going to be top notch.” “It’s truly been an honor to take part in this program,” Cruz said “Everybody we’ve come in contact with — our professors our fellow professionals in the clinicals — has been amazing I appreciate our donors for making this program possible We’ve got a great future ahead of us because of it.” This article also appears in the current issue of Summit Magazine Thanks for visiting "It would be a game changer for sustainability,” said Baruah, who teaches in Kennesaw State’s College of Science and Mathematics “Imagine eyeglasses made from transparent wood that detect fatigue in truck drivers by monitoring blinking patterns Most food storage bags are made with plastic it would be safer for the environment." Baruah’s approach is a departure from existing transparent wood technologies Many products on the market today are strengthened with epoxy resins that are not biodegradable Baruah and alumna Ridham Raval are developing entirely natural materials to replace epoxy in transparent wood products inspired by centuries-old buildings made with natural cement mixtures Baruah observed how traditional construction methods used sand and egg whites to create durable structures before modern cement existed Baruah hypothesized that these same materials could enhance the strength and stability of transparent wood Wood consists of three main components: cellulose Rather than replacing those components with epoxy Baruah’s method uses egg whites and rice extract making the wood stronger and more environmentally friendly The material has been tested on a birdhouse transforming it into a one-window insulated home Baruah and Raval evaluated the wood’s energy efficiency by placing a heat lamp underneath to finding the material offers better insulation College of Science and Mathematics recognizes faculty teaching excellence from 2024 Chemistry student engaged in sustainable catalyst research through Kennesaw State's First-Year Scholars program Kennesaw State researchers awarded Department of Energy grant to investigate materials that boost energy-efficient technologies School of Government and International Affairs Our graduate programs are designed for aspiring leaders passionate about public service Our graduate programs feature a flexible curriculum empowering you to lead with impact—locally and globally. Cambria Ney Wins 2025 Outstanding Senior for Political Science Award Julyana Ayache Wins 2025 Outstanding Senior for International Affairs Award Congratulations to Our 2025 SGIA Faculty Award Winners KSU Model UN Team Excelled at The Southeastern Regional Model United Nations Conference Applying to Kennesaw State University is your first step toward becoming a part of owl nation and we’re happy you’ve selected KSU Architecture & Construction Management will help meet the needs of Kennesaw State’s growing enrollment The addition of The Summit II will bring KSU’s total number of residential communities to 11 with a total capacity of more than 6,300 beds across the Kennesaw and Marietta campuses “Summit II is an exciting example of our mission and strategic plan in action,” KSU President Kathy S Summit II exemplifies our commitment to student success.” “This is a time of transformation and growth in which I am tremendously proud to take part,” said Parrish Students will benefit from spaces that build community for years to come.” “I am proud to stand here today and discuss why an underclassman community like The Summit is so unique and impactful for student life and how excited I am to see a new phase of this home come to life,” Lee said “This place is a steppingstone into adulthood and we want to make sure our students recognize that and take advantage of what KSU has to offer.” “I love working in construction because it allows me to see the tangible results of my hard work,” said Clanton who received his internship through a Kennesaw State job fair “KSU has equipped me with the skills and knowledge to not only earn an internship but also excel in the field.” • Anthropology and Archaeology News • Anthropology Internship Manual • Override Request Form • Internship and Career Resources • Study Abroad Opportunities • GSS/GIS Resources Radow College Outstanding Advisor Award: Christine Jacobs Our very own Christine Jacobs is the first recipient of the Radow College Outstanding Advisor Award Christine is a favorite among our GSS The Selection Committee chose Christine for her mentoring She is an encourager to our students to pursue scholarships and fellowships while helping them integrate their undergraduate/graduate education and experiences into their overall personal and professional journey Christine continues to be an indispensable team member in the Department of Geography and Anthropology Davis is a Lecturer of Anthropology and a certified Ethnographer He is a cultural anthropologist with a certification in ethnographic research methods His research interests have focused on Black Americans in a post-Hurricane Katrina New Orleans as well as those in the Katrina diaspora his research focuses on pedagogies of anthropological praxis within and beyond the classroom and the decolonization of higher education Davis obtained his MA in Cultural Anthropology and Ethnography Certification from Georgia State University and BA in Art History from Oglethorpe University. 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McDaniel Presents at National Council for Geographic Education Conference Paul McDaniel Elected Vice President of Southeastern Division of AAG KSU Professors Speak at Engagement Scholarship Consortium International Conference KSU Professors Publish New Book Examining Immigrant Integration in Metro Areas Game Recap: Women's Lacrosse | 4/25/2025 5:39:00 PM Thanks for visiting Kennesaw State first-year student completes Scrappy's Bucket List in under seven months Kennesaw State students participated in an alternative spring break volunteering with underserved communities in Memphis Student Affairs honors outstanding owls in 10th annual Student Leadership Awards Kennesaw State peer counselor gets a jump start on her career goals The game’s momentum grew after an encounter between McKenna and Lee Miller an SPSU alumnus and former Bathtub Racing Association president who participated in the races in the 1980s and early '90s was approached with the idea and quickly signed on to help bring it to life I knew it would be a cool project," Miller said "The bathtub races were such a unique part of the school’s history and it was exciting to think about how we could bring that spirit into a new form for future generations of students." The game’s development is being spearheaded by a team of student developers, which include computer game design and development major Sasha Melbourne who serves as the lead programmer for the game "The concept has always fascinated me," she said and I love the idea of combining that with gaming We’ve tried to replicate the excitement of the races by making it fast-paced It’s not just about recreating the past; it’s about making something that people can enjoy in the present day." and making corrections to each detail,” Melbourne said. both technically and creatively," Melbourne said " I think it’s a great example of how students at KSU can come together and use technology to bring something special to life." Undergraduate Graduate three BCOE students are spending five months in Paderborn working in schools to complete their clinical experiences in education three University of Paderborn students will spend six weeks completing an internship in Marietta City Schools while completing research projects in the BCOE’s Interactive Research Methods Lab the partnership provided an opportunity for 12 Marietta High School teachers to complete a week of professional development in Paderborn schools and the University of Paderborn bringing together teachers and faculty from both communities A total of 1,551 people and organizations made donations that will assist 150 areas across Kennesaw State The amount contributed this year more than doubled the $142,838 from last year’s inaugural Giving Day “Year two of KSU Giving Day affirmed what is possible when a community believes deeply in the power of higher education,” said Lance Burchett, vice president for University Advancement and CEO of the KSU Foundation “It reflects a rising culture of philanthropy that is transforming how we support our students and elevate the university I am inspired by the more than 1,500 donors who stood behind Kennesaw State to make this day a resounding success the future is brighter for our students and the entire KSU community.” Boosting this year’s Giving Day were several benefactors who offered fundraising challenges and matching donations A challenge also went out to the volunteers who served as Giving Day Ambassadors The three ambassadors with the most donors won additional funds for their chosen KSU area – $1,000 for first place “Giving Day 2025 marked just our second year of this exciting new tradition, and the momentum we've built is truly inspiring,” said Savannah Lockman, director of annual giving in the Office of Alumni and Constituent Engagement “Giving Day was a powerful reminder of what our Owl community can achieve when we come together I’m incredibly proud and grateful for the outpouring of support — every gift makes a difference in the lives of our students.” Giving Day is one component of KSU’s largest-ever fundraising effort, The Campaign for Kennesaw State which runs through 2027 and is expected to raise more than $200 million Construction starting on Kennesaw State's newest residence hall Department of Sociology and Criminal Justice Congratulations to Our Newest Alpha Phi Sigma Honor Society Inductees for Criminal Justice Congratulations to Our Newest Alpha Kappa Delta Sociology Honors Society Inductees Barbara Combs Honored as Georgia's Sociologist of the Year The Teach-In Committee Presented "Immigration and the Border: What's Really Happening" “Our approach links theory and textbook concepts to practice bridging together our students with companies,” Fennell said and we found that a lot of students can’t tell you why they chose marketing or what a career in marketing looks like and we found a strong way to address that.” While Angels Among Us has a growing volunteer base Executive Director Kim Kay said her team has been trying to appeal to a younger demographic the nonprofit has done well using Facebook to recruit volunteers and has more than 850,000 followers “We’re trying to speak to young people and young families to get them involved “Kennesaw State has been really helpful with that from both the tech and the marketing perspective.” being able to create surveys and analyze the responses to solve company issues is a very important skill to have,” Cribeiro said Now working with the Georgia Symphony Orchestra Fennell’s students have created surveys for an 11,000-member customer base as well as noncustomers and conducted a quantitative analysis that will inform a presentation to the organization They intend to address gaps in the organization’s programming “Because of all these musically inclined folks in the Atlanta metro area the Georgia Symphony Orchestra is oftentimes confused with other organizations more specifically the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra really understanding the different types of marketing research and how to set up surveys “It's also been really great working in a team setting being able to collaborate with each other and decide what questions will get the best results.” Kennesaw State professor honored by American Accounting Association as 2025 Presidential Scholar Kennesaw State business student finds research niche in virtual reality Day at the Capitol: Kennesaw State community members visit with legislators under the Gold Dome Thanks for visiting