KENNESAW, Ga. | Oct 10, 2025

On Thursday, October 9, 2025, the School of Government and International Affairs proved that professors can do more than lecture; they can rock! SGIA faculty members formed a faculty band that took center stage at the Legacy Gazebo, filling the campus with live music, laughter, and school pride.

The band featured guitarist and vocalist Tom Rotnem, Ph.D., professor of political science and associate director of SGIA; bassist and vocalist Tim Kersey, Ph.D., senior lecturer of political science; drummer Kerwin Swint, Ph.D., professor of political science; and guitarist and vocalist Kenneth White, Ph.D., associate professor of political science and criminal justice. Together, they performed a lively mix of classic rock hits and crowd favorites, bringing a whole new meaning to “faculty collaboration.”

The concert was part of SGIA’s effort to build community and connection beyond the classroom. Students from Political Science, International Affairs, and SGIA’s Master of Public Administration and Master of Science in International Policy Management programs joined fellow KSU students from across campus for an evening of music, laughter, and camaraderie. The event welcomed everyone to come together, relax, and celebrate the spirit of Kennesaw State in a fun and engaging way.

By the end of the night, the SGIA band had everyone clapping and singing along, proving that at Kennesaw State, professors can teach by day and rock by night.