| Welcome to
Kennesaw State University, the third
largest in the University System of Georgia.
Recognized regionally for its phenomenal
growth, KSU’s academic reputation, community
engagement, and global footprint have
catapulted the university into the national
arena. A lot
has been happening at KSU over the past
year. Highlights include:
- Approval of
several new degree programs including a
Bachelor of Arts in Dance, a
post-baccalaureate certificate in
Regulatory Affairs and Clinical Trials;
three master’s degree programs
–International Policy Management,
American Studies, and a dual M.B.A./M.P.A.
degree; and, a new Doctorate of Science
in Nursing;
- Recognition by
U.S. News and World Report as one of the
top 10 Up-and-Coming universities in the
South;
- Recognition of
KSU's "First-Year Experience" as one of
the top "Academic Programs to Look for"
by U.S. News and World Report for seven
consecutive years;
-
Reclassification to NCAA Division I for
all 16 of the university’s varsity
sports teams; and
- Recognition by
The Chronicle of Higher Education as one
of America’s “2009 Great Colleges to
Work For.”
With a student body
of more than 22,500 representing 142
countries, Kennesaw State is a destination
campus for students throughout Georgia and
beyond. The KSU faculty and staff are
dedicated, hard-working individuals
supported by a strong and active Foundation.
The combined team provides students with a
wide range of experiences both inside and
outside the classroom, experiences and
instruction that will prepare them to take
their place in society as engaged citizens
and global leaders.
There is a sense of
pride at KSU. From the new state-of-the-art
1,200-seat dining hall and Sports and
Recreation Park to the on-going construction
of the Health Sciences Building scheduled to
open in 2010, students, faculty and staff
are excited about the changes taking place
on campus.
We invite you to
explore our Web site or visit our campus and
come see what KSU is all about!
Daniel S. Papp,
Ph.D.
President |
