KENNESAW, Ga. | Aug 11, 2017
Faculty and staff welcomed to start new academic year
̬ President Sam Olens welcomed faculty and staff to campus Thursday for the 2017-18 academic year, and encouraged them to take advantage of “the unique opportunity we have to transform the lives of our students.”
Speaking at the annual Opening of the University program at the Convocation Center on the Kennesaw Campus, Olens emphasized that “student success is our No. 1 priority.” He tasked the campus community to do their part to ensure that Kennesaw State students develop the skills and adaptability needed to succeed in today’s global economy.
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A leader in innovative teaching and learning, ̬ offers undergraduate, graduate and doctoral degrees to its more than 45,000 students. Kennesaw State is a member of the University System of Georgia with 11 academic colleges. The university’s vibrant campus culture, diverse population, strong global ties and entrepreneurial spirit draw students from throughout the country and the world. Kennesaw State is a Carnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2), placing it among an elite group of only 7 percent of U.S. colleges and universities with an R1 or R2 status. For more information, visit kennesaw.edu.