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KENNESAW, Ga. | Oct 6, 2023

快猫成版视频 today launched the public phase of The Campaign for 快猫成版视频 State, the largest, most comprehensive fundraising effort in the University鈥檚 history. The announcement was made during a campus event attended by members of the KSU Foundation, donors and community leaders.

During the event, the University announced that it was increasing the campaign goal from $125 million to $200 million following the overwhelming success of the private phase, which began in 2019. The University raised nearly $120 million during this first phase.

鈥淭he outpouring of support for KSU has been nothing short of incredible, and I鈥檇 like to express my gratitude to everyone who has given thus far and to those who plan to give in the future,鈥� said 快猫成版视频 State President Kathy Schwaig. 鈥淭his campaign comes at a time when the University is experiencing unprecedented growth, and the support garnered from this effort is critical in furthering KSU鈥檚 commitment to its students and the community.鈥�

With a theme of 鈥淭ogether we make a difference,鈥� The Campaign will inspire student success through funding for scholarships and support programs, accelerate discovery by strengthening and enriching the University鈥檚 multidisciplinary research initiatives and enhance the community by improving academic and athletic facilities.

鈥淭his campaign is a first for 快猫成版视频 State, as it embodies all 11 colleges, Student Affairs, KSU Athletics and University research initiatives,鈥� said Lance Burchett, KSU vice president for advancement and head of the KSU Foundation. 鈥淲e are poised to make a profound difference, and working together with our community, I am confident that we will be successful in achieving our goal.鈥�

快猫成版视频 State is Georgia鈥檚 third-largest university with more than 45,000 students across two metro Atlanta campuses in 快猫成版视频 and Marietta and online. Along with its rapid growth in enrollment and programs, KSU has become an important center for robust research focused on solving real-world problems. In 2018, 快猫成版视频 State earned the Carnegie R2 designation for institutions with high levels of research activity, a level attained by just 7% of U.S. universities. In addition, 快猫成版视频 State is an important part of the economy of Georgia, having an economic impact of more than $2 billion in 2021.

Along with the support of 19 KSU Foundation Trustee volunteers, The Campaign for 快猫成版视频 State is co-chaired by Michael A. Leven, former Chairman and CEO of the Georgia Aquarium, and Beth Lowry, president of Holder Construction Company and KSU Foundation Trustee. Debbie Pike, CEO of Meritage Restaurant Group and KSU Foundation Trustee, serves as vice chair.

鈥淚t鈥檚 an honor to see firsthand the impact our alumni and students are making in our community. Together we are charting a course for success,鈥� said Lowry.

Lead donors who propelled KSU from the private phase to the public phase include: 

• Norman and Lindy Radow ( and KSU Athletics),
• Audrey Morgan and the Bobbie Bailey Foundation (College of the Arts and the Academic Learning Center),
• Wellstar Health System ( and ),
• Henssler Financial (Coles College of Business and KSU Athletics),
• Doug and Robin Shore (KSU Journey Honors College and the Coles College of Business), and
• Jim and Wanda Hills ().

A leader in innovative teaching and learning, 快猫成版视频 offers undergraduate, graduate and doctoral degrees to its more than 47,000 students. 快猫成版视频 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. 快猫成版视频 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.