Research With Relevance - Division of University Advancement

Together, We Embark on Bold Endeavors

The future of our society will be shaped by the researchers and innovators who learn and study within the walls of KSU.

As we propel the University to maintain its R2 designation, we must focus on enriching our research programs, enhancing research facilities, and strengthening support for faculty members and academic leaders.

Carnegie R2 Classification

In 2018, Kennesaw State University was recognized as an R2 research institution by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, placing it in the top 6% of all institutions nationwide.

Philanthropic Opportunities

Philanthropic support of research endeavors will tremendously impact our ability to create opportunities for students and faculty to work together and accelerate KSU's global influence.

Endowed Chairs and Professorships
Faculty and Student Research
Innovative Programs

Endowed Chair in the Wellstar College of Health and Human Services

Endowed Chairs and Professorships

Endowed Chairs and Professorships are crucial in our ability to recruit and retain preeminent faculty members across various fields.

Endowed positions for faculty members and academic leaders are among the most prestigious gifts our University supporters can make. As such, they enable KSU to attract renowned educators to teach and mentor generations of students who will shape our society.

Faculty and Student Research

Dedicated to developing solutions to address some of the most significant challenges facing our world, we are committed to pursuing new knowledge and discovery. Encouraging multidisciplinary research across our two campuses will facilitate collaboration on special projects and strengthen our research enterprise in areas with existing faculty expertise.

Research support benefits talented students and aids faculty members in their research endeavors as KSU seeks to increase research expenditures by 20% annually.

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Faculty and student research in the College of Computing and Software Engineering

Henssler Trading Room in the Coles College of Business

Innovative Programs

Faculty from across the University collaborate on cutting-edge programs for instruction and research. Initiatives such as the Henssler Trading Room and the Shore Entrepreneurship Center harness public and private funding to give KSU students guidance, resources, and seed money to transform their business ideas into realities.

Funding for innovative programming benefits KSU and contributes to Cobb County and Georgia's economy.

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