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Launch '26 celebrates new school year, sustained momentum
August 20, 2026
Momentum provided the theme as Kennesaw State University’s faculty and staff gathered at VyStar Arena on Aug. 20 to celebrate the opening of the 2026-27 academic year with Launch ’26. Speakers and guests enjoyed a look into KSU’s future, illustrated by visions of continued growth, academic excellence, ascendant and relevant research, and continued student success.
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KSU, Technovative AI sign pilot agreement with Moultrie Police Department for AI-powered behavioral health detection tool
August 20, 2026
Technovative AI, Inc. and Kennesaw State University today announced a pilot agreement with the Moultrie Police Department to deploy CaseFinder, an AI-powered behavioral health detection platform that analyzes police incident reports and 911 call transcripts to identify individuals in behavioral health crisis who would otherwise go undetected.
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Kennesaw State's economic impact tops $2.55 billion
August 13, 2026
Kennesaw State University continues to be a major economic engine in metro Atlanta, growing its economic impact to more than $2.55 billion in fiscal year 2025, according to a University System of Georgia (USG) report released on Aug. 13.
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Kennesaw State adds more on-campus housing for students
August 13, 2026
Kennesaw State University is expanding its on-campus housing options for students by opening a new residence hall for the 2026-27 academic year and renovating an existing residential community.
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Research Matters: Losing weight through personalized step counts
August 12, 2026
In this episode of Research Matters, we talk with Professor of Exercise Science Bob Buresh, who leads an interdisciplinary team investigating how walking can be a transformative, accessible, and cost-effective approach to fighting obesity.
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KSU bolsters infrastructure to support student experience, University's growth
August 12, 2026
From new residence halls to expanded academic and student support facilities, Kennesaw State University’s Campus Master Plan is taking shape through a wave of completed and ongoing projects that are transforming both campuses and positioning the university for continued growth.
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Marietta Campus to feature new dining, transportation, and campus upgrades this fall
August 11, 2026
Students returning to Kennesaw State University’s Marietta Campus this fall will find more dining options, new bus routes, and several campus improvements designed to enhance the overall student experience. Leading the updates is the opening of the Robin and Doug Shore Innovation Center. Officially opened in April, the new facility serves as a hub for interdisciplinary research while also providing students with a place to study, gather, and recharge between classes.
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Kennesaw State is harnessing momentum to advance research, elevate the student experience, and build for the future
August 10, 2026
A theme is emerging for Kennesaw State’s ascension as one of the fastest-growing institutions in the country: momentum.
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Kennesaw State professor earns national award for contribution to education
August 07, 2026
Kennesaw State University professor Erik Malewski has received a national award for his decades of contribution to teaching and learning. A professor of curriculum studies in the Clarice C. and Leland H. Bagwell College of Education, Malewski has been selected to receive the Curriculum & Pedagogy Group Lifetime Award. The national honor recognizes scholars whose careers have made lasting contributions to curriculum and pedagogy through scholarship, mentorship, and leadership.
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Kennesaw State appoints Tracy Fasolino as associate dean, Wellstar School of Nursing director
August 06, 2026
Kennesaw State University has named accomplished nursing educator and healthcare leader Tracy Fasolino, Ph.D., as associate dean and director of the Wellstar School of Nursing (WSON) and professor of nursing, effective Aug. 1.