Our graduate events calendar is designed to support student success by offering a range of opportunities in key areas. Graduate students can participate in events that promote health and wellbeing, enhance career planning skills, advance research capabilities, and foster academic preparedness. Each event is thoughtfully tailored to help students thrive in both their academic and professional pursuits. Please feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns you may have about upcoming events at the Graduate College.
October 2025
Join us for an informative and interactive session where you’ll:
馃搮&苍产蝉辫;Date: October 1, 2025
馃晵&苍产蝉辫;Time: 4:30-6 p.m.
馃搷&苍产蝉辫;Location: Norton Hall, 2nd Floor
Click to register!
Explore exclusive opportunities for graduate students at our upcoming career events! Employers are actively seeking advanced degree candidates—don’t miss your chance to connect, attend a fair and visit Graduate Row!
Need guidance on your graduate journey? Schedule a personalized one-on-one session with the Graduate College Staff to discuss important topics such as:
Send an email to gradcollege@kennesaw.edu to schedule your virtual session. To make the most of your session, please submit your questions in advance via email. This will help ensure a focused and productive conversation tailored to your needs.
To logo on:
Meeting ID: 218 980 038 216
Passcode: PY2sY9Xt
Join us for an informative and interactive session where you’ll:
馃搮&苍产蝉辫;Date: October 7, 2025
馃晵&苍产蝉辫;Time: 4-6 p.m.
馃搷&苍产蝉辫;Location: Academic Learning Center, Room 3550
Click to register!
Discover how you can make a difference in people's lives through the Master of Science in Prosthetics & Orthotics (MSPO) program. Join one of our upcoming Virtual Information Sessions to learn more about the program, application process, and the opportunities that await in this rewarding field.
馃敆 Register here:
Upcoming Sessions (Eastern Time):
The Scholarly Publishing and Research Sub-Unit invites you to attend their new series of virtual webinars titled "Experts On... Repositories." In this series, we'll hear from KSU experts on a variety of topics regarding institutional, named, and subject-specific repositories in higher education.
Experts on Repositories: Depositing Graduate Student Work | October 8 at 11AM ET
Our expert: Dean of the Graduate College and Professor of Applied Linguistics Dr. Juliet Langman. Moderated by Assistant Director of Academic Engagement and Instruction, Collegiate Librarians Kristina Clement.
Turn your passion into impact with a Master of Social Work (MSW)!
Join one of our upcoming Virtual Information Sessions to learn how an MSW can empower your career and your community.
Session Dates:
Don't miss your chance to explore the MSW program and ask your questions live! Register today
/wellstar/degrees-programs/graduate/master-social-work/index.php
Please join us for a workshop reviewing how to prepare your dissertation for final submission after your successful defense. This workshop will focus on the requirements of the dissertation template and how to ensure that your submitted manuscript is accepted in time for your graduation.
The intended audience for this workshop is any doctoral candidate. It is recommended that anyone planning to graduate this semester attends this workshop.
Click to register.
The Department of Career Planning and Development is offering after-hours advising for Graduate Students in CCSE, Coles, or Radow on these select dates, from 5-7 p.m.:
Sign up for resume and cover letter reviews, internship and job search strategies, interview preparation, and career exploration and planning.
Appointments are limited, so book a virtual or in-person session early!
Join us for a hands-on cooking demo on October 16 from 5–7 PM, where you'll learn to make a delicious Spicy Tuna Sushi Stack!
This interactive event is limited to 12 graduate students, so be sure to register early. A waiting list is available once spots fill up.
If you register but can no longer attend, please notify us at gradcollege@kennesaw.edu so we can offer your spot to someone else.
Click to register.
We look forward to cooking with you!
Join the Graduate Student Association for an evening full of creativity, innovation, and inspiration!
Come watch our talented Master’s and Ph.D. students pitch their research and projects to faculty judges. Whether you’re there to cheer on friends, get inspired for your own ideas, or just enjoy some great networking and free snacks this event has something for everyone.
You’ll walk away with fresh ideas, new connections, and a front-row seat to the exciting work happening across KSU. Don’t miss your chance to support your peers and be part of an awesome campus tradition!
It's not too late to register to be a participant—sign up !
The Department of Career Planning and Development is offering after-hours advising for Graduate Students in CCSE, Coles, or Radow on these select dates, from 5-7 p.m.:
Sign up for resume and cover letter reviews, internship and job search strategies, interview preparation, and career exploration and planning.
Appointments are limited, so book a virtual or in-person session early!
Learn how to use Zotero, a free, open-source citation manager, to collect, annotate, and cite your sources.
The workshop portion will run from 5-6 pm. You are welcome to stay until 6:30 with questions for the presenter.
Click to register.
Explore exclusive opportunities for graduate students at our upcoming career events! Employers are actively seeking advanced degree candidates—don’t miss your chance to connect, attend a fair and visit Graduate Row!
Explore exclusive opportunities for graduate students at our upcoming career events! Employers are actively seeking advanced degree candidates—don’t miss your chance to connect, attend a fair and visit Graduate Row!
The Bagwell College of Education, Department of Secondary and Middle Grades announces a Public Oral Doctoral Dissertation Defense
Therese Rinehart
Candidate for Doctor of Education
in Secondary and Middle Grades Mathematics Education
Dissertation Title:
Student Engagement in High School Mathematics Blended Learning Classrooms
Dissertation Committee:
Dr. Mei-Lin Chang (Chair)
Dr. David Glassmeyer
Dr. Johari Harris
Join via
Meeting ID: 254 285 064 935 1
Passcode: hA9t592f
Attendees, please turn off your cameras and microphones once the defense has started until the time for questions and answers.
Explore exclusive opportunities for graduate students at our upcoming career events! Employers are actively seeking advanced degree candidates—don’t miss your chance to connect, attend a fair and visit Graduate Row!
馃鈾傦笍 Graduate Students Yoga Night! 馃鈾锔
Take a break from your studies and join us for a relaxing evening of yoga. Connect online with fellow grad students, unwind, and rejuvenate your mind and body. 馃鈾傦笍鉁
馃搮 Date: Wednesday, October 29, 2025
馃晵 Time: 5-6 p.m.
馃搷 Location: Microsoft Teams
Register !
Meeting ID: 254 438 883 432 2
Passcode: 5KQ9kU2K
November 2025
Feeling stressed about housing? Are you looking for roommates?
Then attend this event to connect with others, find potential roommates, and get connected to housing resources!
When: Tuesday, November 4, 2025
Time: 1-4 p.m.
Where: University Hall
Room: 217
Campus: Kennesaw
Click for more information.
Join us for an informative and interactive session where you’ll:
馃搮&苍产蝉辫;Date: November 4, 2025
馃晵&苍产蝉辫;Time: 4-6 p.m.
馃搷&苍产蝉辫;Location: Academic Learning Center, Room 3550
The Department of Career Planning and Development is offering after-hours advising for Graduate Students in CCSE, Coles, or Radow on these select dates, from 5-7 p.m.:
Sign up for resume and cover letter reviews, internship and job search strategies, interview preparation, and career exploration and planning.
Appointments are limited, so book a virtual or in-person session early!
Join us for an informative and interactive session where you’ll:
馃搮&苍产蝉辫;Date: November 5, 2025
馃晵&苍产蝉辫;Time: 4:30-6 p.m.
馃搷&苍产蝉辫;Location: Norton Hall, 2nd Floor
Click to register!
Need guidance on your graduate journey? Schedule a personalized one-on-one session with the Graduate College Staff to discuss important topics such as:
Send an email to gradcollege@kennesaw.edu to schedule your virtual session. To make the most of your session, please submit your questions in advance via email. This will help ensure a focused and productive conversation tailored to your needs.
Turn your passion into impact with a Master of Social Work (MSW)!
Join one of our upcoming Virtual Information Sessions to learn how an MSW can empower your career and your community.
Session Dates:
Don't miss your chance to explore the MSW program and ask your questions live! Register today
/wellstar/degrees-programs/graduate/master-social-work/index.php
Discover how you can make a difference in people's lives through the Master of Science in Prosthetics & Orthotics (MSPO) program. Join one of our upcoming Virtual Information Sessions to learn more about the program, application process, and the opportunities that await in this rewarding field.
馃敆 Register here:
Upcoming Sessions (Eastern Time):
We are pleased to announce the dissertation defense of Iye Ogbe - Ph.D. in International Conflict Management.
Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025
10 a.m.
Peace House, Room #109 and will also be available via .
At that time, Ogbe will present
“Africa-That’s Not My Name”: Navigating Hybrid Identities And Inclusion For Recent African Immigrants In The US South From A Decolonial Feminist Perspective.
Her dissertation committee consists of Darina Lepadatu (Co-Chair), Seneca Vaught (Co-Chair), Akanmu Adebayo, and Uddipana Goswami.
The Department of Career Planning and Development is offering after-hours advising for Graduate Students in CCSE, Coles, or Radow on these select dates, from 5-7 p.m.:
Sign up for resume and cover letter reviews, internship and job search strategies, interview preparation, and career exploration and planning.
Appointments are limited, so book a virtual or in-person session early!
馃鈾傦笍 Take a break from your studies and join us for a relaxing evening of yoga. Connect with fellow grad students, unwind, and rejuvenate your mind and body. 馃鈾锔忊湪
馃搮 Date: Wednesday, November 12, 2025
馃晵 Time: 5-6 p.m.
馃搷 Location: Marietta Campus, Recreation and Wellness Center—Group Fitness Studio
Yoga mats will be provided for the in-person sessions. Students are required to complete a facility waiver for the in-person sessions.
Click to register!
How to sign the facility waiver:
Visit On the top right select “log in” Log in with your NetID and password The waiver will appear Review waiver and click “Accept Now”
You will now have a waiver on file and will not have to re-sign during the duration of your time at 黑料网.
We are pleased to announce the dissertation defense of Gianni Bisio - Ph.D. in International Conflict Management.
Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025
11 a.m.
Peace House, Room #109 and will also be available via .
At that time, Bisio will present
Voluntary Empowerment: International Development Volunteers’ Perspectives of Gender-Based Development Approaches and Programming.
His dissertation committee consists of Brandon D. Lundy (Chair), Maia Hallward, Chris Pallas (University of Vermont), and Megan Sinnott (Georgia State University).
馃鈾傦笍 Take a break from your studies and join us for a relaxing evening of yoga. Connect with fellow grad students, unwind, and rejuvenate your mind and body. 馃鈾锔忊湪
馃搮 Date: Thursday, November 13, 2025
馃晵 Time: 5-6 p.m.
馃搷 Location: Kennesaw Campus,聽Student Recreation and Activities Center 鈥 Room 2090
Yoga mats will be provided for the in-person sessions. Students are required to complete a facility waiver for the in-person sessions.
Click to register.
How to sign the facility waiver:
Visit On the top right select “log in” Log in with your NetID and password The waiver will appear Review waiver and click “Accept Now”
You will now have a waiver on file and will not have to re-sign during the duration of your time at 黑料网.
We are pleased to announce the dissertation defense of Richa Bhattarai - Ph.D. in International Conflict Management.
Friday, Nov. 14, 2025
10 a.m.
Peace House, Room #109 and will also be available via .
At that time, Bhattarai will present:
Containment or Alignment in Foreign Policy? Analyzing U.S.-Iran Convergence of Interests in Counterterrorism Diplomacy for the Broader Middle Eastern Stability.
Her dissertation committee consists of Kristina Hook (Chair), Charity Butcher, and Maia Hallward.
Calling all graduate students and experienced job seekers! Join the Department of Career Planning and Development as we explore how to create strong, effective resumes and CVs for academic and professional roles. Learn how to highlight your skills and experience to make your application stand out for your next professional role.
Date: Monday, November 17, 2025
Time: 5-6 p.m.
Location: Online
Click to register.
The Department of Career Planning and Development is offering after-hours advising for Graduate Students in CCSE, Coles, or Radow on these select dates, from 5-7 p.m.:
Sign up for resume and cover letter reviews, internship and job search strategies, interview preparation, and career exploration and planning.
Appointments are limited, so book a virtual or in-person session early!
Are you financially healthy? Join us for a presentation on Financial Literacy sponsored by Delta Community Credit Union and learn 10 Steps to Financial Success.
Date: November 18, 2025
Time: 5-6 p.m.
Location: Academic Learning Center, 3200
Campus: Kennesaw
Light snacks will be provided.
Click to register.
The Center for Young Adult Addiction and Recovery will host a naloxone training session for graduate students that will teach how to administer naloxone, a medication that can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose.
Training is free for KSU graduate students. Each person who attends and completes the training will be given a free Naloxone kit.
Sign-up is required. Click to register.
At the end of this training, the participants will be able to:
*** If, after you register, you find that you cannot attend this event, please email gradcollege@kennesaw.edu as soon as possible, as there is a waiting list. ***
December 2025
Final Exam SnackTime 馃崕馃摎
Master's and Ph.D. students: Take a well-deserved break from studying and recharge with some tasty snacks!
When: December 2, 3, & 4
Time: 5:00–6:00 PM
Where: Academic Learning Center, Room 3550
Come grab a bite, relax, and fuel up for finals — you’ve got this!
(Also on Marietta campus in Norton Hall, 2nd Floor)
Final Exam SnackTime 馃崕馃摎
Master's and Ph.D. students: Take a well-deserved break from studying and recharge with some tasty snacks!
When: December 2, 3, & 4
Time: 5:00–6:00 PM
Where: Norton Hall, 2nd Floor (Marietta campus)
Come grab a bite, relax, and fuel up for finals — you’ve got this!
(Also on Kennesaw campus in the Academic Learning Center, Room 3550)
Final Exam SnackTime 馃崕馃摎
Master's and Ph.D. students: Take a well-deserved break from studying and recharge with some tasty snacks!
When: December 2, 3, & 4
Time: 5:00–6:00 PM
Where: Norton Hall, 2nd Floor (Marietta campus)
Come grab a bite, relax, and fuel up for finals — you’ve got this!
(Also on Kennesaw campus in the Academic Learning Center, Room 3550)
Final Exam SnackTime 馃崕馃摎
Master's and Ph.D. students: Take a well-deserved break from studying and recharge with some tasty snacks!
When: December 2, 3, & 4
Time: 5:00–6:00 PM
Where: Academic Learning Center, Room 3550
Come grab a bite, relax, and fuel up for finals — you’ve got this!
(Also on Marietta campus in Norton Hall, 2nd Floor)
Final Exam SnackTime 馃崕馃摎
Master's and Ph.D. students: Take a well-deserved break from studying and recharge with some tasty snacks!
When: December 2, 3, & 4
Time: 5:00–6:00 PM
Where: Academic Learning Center, Room 3550
Come grab a bite, relax, and fuel up for finals — you’ve got this!
(Also on Marietta campus in Norton Hall, 2nd Floor)
Final Exam SnackTime 馃崕馃摎
Master's and Ph.D. students: Take a well-deserved break from studying and recharge with some tasty snacks!
When: December 2, 3, & 4
Time: 5:00–6:00 PM
Where: Norton Hall, 2nd Floor (Marietta campus)
Come grab a bite, relax, and fuel up for finals — you’ve got this!
(Also on Kennesaw campus in the Academic Learning Center, Room 3550)
January 2026
Turn your passion into impact with a Master of Social Work (MSW)!
Join one of our upcoming Virtual Information Sessions to learn how an MSW can empower your career and your community.
Session Dates:
Don't miss your chance to explore the MSW program and ask your questions live! Register today
/wellstar/degrees-programs/graduate/master-social-work/index.php
馃帗 Spring Semester Kickoff: Graduate Student Meet & Greet 馃崅
Join us for a relaxed and welcoming social event to kick off the new semester! This is a great opportunity for Master’s and Ph.D. students to connect, share experiences, and build community across disciplines. Whether you're new to campus or returning, come enjoy light refreshments, meet fellow grad students, and start the semester off right!
馃搮 Date: January 21, 2026
馃晵 Time: 4-6 p.m.
馃搷 Location: Academic Learning Center (ALC), Room 3550, Kennesaw Campus
馃帗 Spring Semester Kickoff: Graduate Student Meet & Greet 馃崅
Join us for a relaxed and welcoming social event to kick off the new semester! This is a great opportunity for Master’s and Ph.D. students to connect, share experiences, and build community across disciplines. Whether you're new to campus or returning, come enjoy light refreshments, meet fellow grad students, and start the semester off right!
馃搮 Date: January 22, 2026
馃晵 Time: 5-6:30 p.m.
馃搷 Location: Norton Hall, 2nd Floor (Marietta Campus)
Kick off the semester with everything you need to thrive as a graduate student! Join us for an informative and interactive session where you’ll:
馃搮&苍产蝉辫;Date: January 27, 2026
馃晵&苍产蝉辫;Time: 4-6 p.m.
馃搷&苍产蝉辫;Location: Academic Learning Center, Room 3550
Click to register.
Discover how you can make a difference in people's lives through the Master of Science in Prosthetics & Orthotics (MSPO) program. Join one of our upcoming Virtual Information Sessions to learn more about the program, application process, and the opportunities that await in this rewarding field.
馃敆 Register here:
Upcoming Sessions (Eastern Time):
Kick off the semester with everything you need to thrive as a graduate student!
馃搮&苍产蝉辫;Date: January 28, 2026
馃晵&苍产蝉辫;Time: 4:30-6 p.m.
馃搷&苍产蝉辫;Location: Norton Hall, 2nd Floor
Click to register.
February 2026
Join us for an informative and interactive session where you’ll:
馃搮&苍产蝉辫;Date: February 3, 2026
馃晵&苍产蝉辫;Time: 4-6 p.m.
馃搷&苍产蝉辫;Location: Academic Learning Center, Room 3550
Click to register.
Turn your passion into impact with a Master of Social Work (MSW)!
Join one of our upcoming Virtual Information Sessions to learn how an MSW can empower your career and your community.
Session Dates:
Don't miss your chance to explore the MSW program and ask your questions live! Register today
/wellstar/degrees-programs/graduate/master-social-work/index.php
Join us for an informative and interactive session where you’ll:
馃搮&苍产蝉辫;Date: February 4, 2026
馃晵&苍产蝉辫;Time: 4:30-6 p.m.
馃搷&苍产蝉辫;Location: Norton Hall, 2nd Floor
Click to register.
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