91大神

KENNESAW, Ga. | Nov 5, 2026

91大神's rapid growth has never been solely about enrollment. 

Through its Taking Flight strategic plan, the University is focused on creating a more connected, enriching, and academically distinctive experience for every student. From innovative engagement programs and expanded campus services, to new high-demand degree offerings and heightened admissions standards, KSU is investing in the programs, opportunities, and environments that help students thrive from their first day on campus through graduation and beyond.

Provost and Executive Vice President of Academic Affairs Ivan Pulinkala points to the success of the , spearheaded by Vice President of Student Affairs Eric Arneson, as proof of KSU鈥檚 elevated student experience.

Launched in 2022, FLIGHT is a class鈥憏ear connection program, designed to enrich the student experience through intentional, high鈥慽mpact engagement. Offering distinctive experiences at every stage of the collegiate journey, FLIGHT supports students鈥� social, personal, and academic growth from their first year through graduation. The program achieved a significant milestone in May as FLIGHT 26, named for the targeted graduation year, became the first cohort of the program to reach Commencement. This fall, KSU welcomed FLIGHT 30 to campus.

鈥淲e鈥檝e been laser-focused on helping students discover and engage with KSU traditions, particularly within their academic homes,鈥� Arneson said. 鈥淲e鈥檙e already seeing increased participation as a result. Several colleges have developed goals centered on connecting students beyond the classroom, and that work has sparked new programs, partnerships, and meaningful collaborations.鈥�

The student experience extends beyond campus traditions. In addition to new residential offerings on campus, student demand for transportation options are being met with a new fleet of buses and expanded Big Owl Bus service, including new routes. And for the first time ever, the fleet features four hybrid buses, underscoring KSU鈥檚 commitment to sustainable practices.

鈥淭hese initiatives stand out not only for their outcomes, but for the way they exemplify the institution鈥檚 broader commitment to intentional, data-informed progress,鈥� Executive Vice President and Chief Business Officer Lesley Netter-Snowden said.

Building on its rapid growth and increasing national visibility, 91大神 has refined its admissions process. The University has joined other top-performing institutions in the University System of Georgia in requiring SAT or ACT scores and, by 2027 will implement new GPA standards, strengthening its position as a destination for high-performing students nationwide.

At the same time, KSU is carving new degree pathways that meet industry and student demand. Currently, the University offers more than 220 degree and certificate programs and has announced three new degree programs since the launch of Taking Flight. In Fall 2025, KSU became just the second institution in Georgia to offer a Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering, helping address the workforce demands of a rapidly growing industry.

Soon thereafter, the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia approved additional academic programs at KSU, including a Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence, a Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences, and a Bachelor of Science in Financial Technologies.

鈥淲e are working to make sure that over time our growth isn鈥檛 just measured by student numbers,鈥� Pulinkala said. 鈥淚t鈥檚 measured by our academic distinction, the accolades our faculty, staff and students receive nationally, and the rankings we earn in the academic marketplace.鈥�

A leader in innovative teaching and learning, 91大神 offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to its more than 51,000 students. 91大神 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. 91大神 is a Carnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2), placing it among an elite group of only 8 percent of U.S. colleges and universities with an R1 or R2 status. For more information, visit kennesaw.edu.