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Five recent Kennesaw State physics graduates to pursue doctoral studies
July 11, 2025
When asked what propelled him to success, recent Kennesaw State University graduate Micah Holston cited the influence of his professors. The same can be said for fellow graduate Brady Wilson. Andrew Behrend credited the research opportunities at Kennesaw State for making a difference in his academic pursuits. Now equipped with robust research experiences and having earned their bachelor’s degrees in May, the trio – along with recent graduates Michael Williams and Jonathan Demont – will all continue their education in competitive doctoral programs this fall.
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Kennesaw State researcher nominated to NSF center, wins American Chemical Society Petroleum Research Funds award
July 10, 2025
Acknowledging his impact in chemistry education and research, Kennesaw State University alumnus and assistant professor Carl Saint-Louis ‘08 recently earned two prestigious honors, including recognition from the National Science Foundation (NSF) and an award from the American Chemical Society (ACS) Petroleum Research Funds (PRF).
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Kennesaw State student selected for Georgia's American Society of Civil Engineers Student of the Year award
July 09, 2025
For civil engineering student Anthony Marteniuc, leading Kennesaw State University’s Steel Bridge Competition Team has been more than an extracurricular activity. It has been a year-long mission to rebuild a program with a proud legacy on the Marietta Campus. In recognition of his efforts, Marteniuc recently earned the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Georgia Section Student of the Year award.
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Kennesaw State computer game design and development students turn stargazing into interactive learning
July 08, 2025
Exploring the stars takes a creative turn with Draw the Night Sky, an interactive video game developed by Kennesaw State University computer game design and development students. Created in collaboration with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Carters Lake, the game allows players to explore real-time constellations in a gamified experience built to educate and engage. The project recently earned first place among undergraduate entries at the KSU’s College of Computing and Software Engineering annual C-Day showcase, where it was recognized for originality, usability, and educational value.
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KSU researcher's exceptional mentorship prioritizes students first
July 07, 2025
Maria Valero de Clemente has mentored more than 50 undergraduate students during her time at Kennesaw State University, motivated by her commitment to a student-first approach to research. Valero is the recipient of the 2025 Outstanding Undergraduate Research Mentor Award, given annually by the Office of Undergraduate Research to a faculty or staff member at KSU who has exhibited not only success, but also a sustained diligence to their students.
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Kennesaw State student working to simplify cardiovascular disease detection
July 03, 2025
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death not only in the United States but globally, per the World Health Organization. Kennesaw State University student Pedro Henrique Goncalves Silva Pinto’s research aims to simplify the diagnosis and management of cardiovascular disease by segmenting and analyzing blood flow from medical imaging data.
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Kennesaw State certification programs broaden reach of professional education
July 02, 2025
When Astrid Garavis planned a future with a biochemistry degree from Kennesaw State University, she knew a career in medicine was ahead. Although her undergraduate experience provided her valuable time doing research in a laboratory, Garavis realized she could benefit from several practical skills before preparing to apply to medical school. That’s when she attended an open house and discovered certification classes offered through KSU’s Community and Professional Education (CPE).
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Student-staffed marketing firm raising success of real-world clients
July 01, 2025
Among marketing firms in the Atlanta area, Ground Work Agency is a relative newcomer that stands out for its dual mission of helping clients grow, while helping its own staff hone their professional skills while they’re still in college. Based in the Coles College of Business, Department of Marketing and Professional Sales, the agency is providing marketing services to an expanding variety of businesses and other organizations, while serving as a training ground for its staff, who are all Kennesaw State University students.
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Kennesaw State steel bridge team wins award for ingenuity in national competition
June 30, 2025
Kennesaw State University’s Steel Bridge Competition Team recently competed in the 2025 Student Steel Bridge Competition National Finals, finishing seventh overall and earning the Frank J. Hatfield Ingenuity Award for its creative approach to bridge design and construction.
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Kennesaw State expands support for student-parents through new grants
June 30, 2025
The Institute of Women’s Policy Research estimates that one college student in five is raising a child while in school, with few institutes of higher learning offering programmatic support. Kennesaw State University bucks the trend with its Children and Family Programs (CFP), which recently received two external grants that will help support student parents.
