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Kennesaw State deactivating Black Studies program, two others; Georgia NAACP issues condemnation & asks to meet with school leadership

The school says there will be a two-year teach-out plan to allow current students to complete their degrees.KENNESAW, Ga. — The Georgia NAACP said Wednesday that it condemns a Kennesaw State decision to deactivate its Black Studies program along with two others, a decision the school said it came to because they are three "low-producing majors."RELATED: ...

The school says there will be a two-year teach-out plan to allow current students to complete their degrees.

KENNESAW, Ga. — The Georgia NAACP said Wednesday that it condemns a Kennesaw State decision to deactivate its Black Studies program along with two others, a decision the school said it came to because they are three "low-producing majors."

RELATED: Kennesaw State University announces department changes amid federal funding concerns

The state NAACP said Black Studies is "not merely an academic offering; it is a cornerstone of truth-telling, cultural affirmation, and intellectual exploration that serves all students."

"Eliminating it would be a regressive and damaging decision — one that erases essential history, silences marginalized voices, and contradicts the stated values of public higher education in Georgia," a state NAACP statement said.

Kennesaw State told 11Alive earlier this week that Black Studies, along with Philosophy and Technical Communication, has "fallen short in enrollment and degree output over at least the past 10 years." The school said a two-year teach-out plan will allow current students to finish their degrees, and faculty within these departments can still offer courses as part of general education, electives and minors.

The Georgia NAACP called it a "troubling decision" and said it is "seeking immediate clarification and accountability" in the form of a meeting with university leadership.

“This is more than a curriculum issue — this is a moral issue,” Gerald Griggs, Georgia NAACP president, said in a statement. “We will not stand by while educational spaces critical to Black identity, history, and scholarship are threatened.”

Kennesaw State also said last week it would be making changes to student services because of questions about how federal funding may be impacted as the Trump administration targets DEI policies.

That includes renaming and restructuring the Department of Student Engagement and Belonging into the Department of Student Engagement and Support.

Full Kennesaw State statement

Kennesaw State University has decided to deactivate three low-producing majors in accordance with the University System of Georgia’s established thresholds. While the Black Studies, Philosophy and Technical Communication programs have all consistently fallen short in enrollment and degree output over at least the past 10 years, a two-year teach-out plan will still allow current students to complete their degrees. Faculty will also continue offering courses in these areas for minors, electives and general education. KSU, as always, remains committed to prioritizing student success and timely degree completion.

Full Georgia NAACP statement

The Georgia State Conference of the NAACP is sounding the alarm following credible reports that Kennesaw State University is considering eliminating its Black Studies Program. This deeply troubling possibility—reportedly referenced in an internal university memo—raises urgent concerns about the institution’s commitment to equity, academic integrity, and inclusive education.

The Black Studies Program is not merely an academic offering; it is a cornerstone of truth-telling, cultural affirmation, and intellectual exploration that serves all students. Eliminating it would be a regressive and damaging decision—one that erases essential history, silences marginalized voices, and contradicts the stated values of public higher education in Georgia.

The Georgia NAACP unequivocally condemns this potential move and demands an immediate meeting with KSU President Kathy Schwaig and university leadership. We are calling for full transparency and a firm commitment to preserving and strengthening the Black Studies Program—not undermining it.

“This is more than a curriculum issue—this is a moral issue,” said Gerald Griggs, President of the Georgia NAACP. “We will not stand by while educational spaces critical to Black identity, history, and scholarship are threatened.”

The NAACP stands in full solidarity with KSU students, faculty, alumni, and community allies who are rightfully outraged by this development. We will continue to monitor the situation closely and are prepared to take all necessary steps to ensure that Kennesaw State honors its duty to foster a truly inclusive academic environment.

Kennesaw State alumni, professor offer guide to Georgia’s historic sites in new book

This June, Kennesaw State University alumni will see their classwork bound, covered, and sold, as part of the most comprehensive guide to date on all the historic sites owned and operated by the state of Georgia, which covers 1,500 years of history.Edited and co-authored by Kennesaw State history professor Jennifer Dickey, “There’s Lots to See in Georgia” resulted from a research seminar Dickey led in 2022 where each student a...

This June, Kennesaw State University alumni will see their classwork bound, covered, and sold, as part of the most comprehensive guide to date on all the historic sites owned and operated by the state of Georgia, which covers 1,500 years of history.

Edited and co-authored by Kennesaw State history professor Jennifer Dickey, “There’s Lots to See in Georgia” resulted from a research seminar Dickey led in 2022 where each student adopted one of the 16 state historic sites to discover. Individual research entailed in-person site visits, interviews with park superintendents, and a trip to the Georgia Archives in Morrow, leading to the creation of what would become a chapter in the book.

While Dickey often works alongside students for public history projects, this was the first instance that a book had been the goal.

At more than 300 pages, the historic guide was born from a pilgrimage to complete a quest she began with her late mother in 2015 to see all the state historic sites in Georgia. “There’s Lots to See in Georgia,” named after a 1949 Atlanta Constitution advertisement for historic sites in Georgia, is dedicated to Dickey’s mother.

Dickey wrote several of the book chapters herself, from one on the Dahlonega Gold Museum to a section on one of the more remote state historic sites, the prehistoric Kolomoki Mounds near the city of Blakely by the Alabama border. The book, published by the University of Georgia Press, is categorized by region: the North Georgia Mountains, the Piedmont, the Coastal Plains, and the coast.

“This project was a natural extension of something that I just do anyway, a hobby and profession,” said Dickey, who teaches in the Radow College of Humanities and Social Sciences. “But the coolest thing about it was that I was able to fold in the student piece of it, which was really super fun, and I think it was a great opportunity for the students as well.”

Traveling back to family in South Carolina, KSU alumnus James Mitchum had often passed the 1,177-acre A.H. Stephens Park in Crawfordville, the subject of his contribution to the book. The park features the former home of Stephens, vice president of the Confederacy and governor of Georgia, as well as a Civil War museum.

Having earned his bachelor’s degree in history from KSU in 2022, Mitchum is now pursuing a master’s degree in heritage preservation at Georgia State University.

“One of the most thought-provoking sayings I heard in Dr. Dickey’s class was that the South, throughout the 20th century, was known to have lost a war but won the history,” said Mitchum, an adage he said still reflects the interpretations found at this otherwise well-preserved site.

Like other chapters in the book, Mitchum first details the site’s history, what makes it notable and how it became integrated into the state system, then teases what visitors can expect to see, such as exhibits and whether tours are offered.

“If you go into the lobby of the History Department, you can see books published by faculty, which is very impressive,” Mitchum said. “We, as students, get to make our mark in a similar way.”

Dickey has a track record of engaging students in real-world experiences as part of the Public History program she coordinates, a minor offered at KSU. Another class with Dickey allowed Mitchum and fellow students to successfully nominate the Lemon Street School, a building constructed in 1951 to serve as an equalization school for Black students, to the National Register of Historic Places.

“Talk about another cool thing to put on your resume,” Mitchum said.

KSU alumna Kathryn Graham, who earned a bachelor’s degree in history in 2023 and now works at the Bartow History Museum in Cartersville, always had an interest in the Etowah Indian Mounds, the subject of her chapter in “There’s Lots to See in Georgia.” Sites were on a first-come, first-served basis, so she got to class 20 minutes early to have her pick.

The issue about history, Graham said, is there are always questions that go unanswered.

“I really felt that with the mounds, and then also, that sense of injustice,” Graham said. “Lewis Tumlin won the land in a land lottery, which led to the Trail of Tears. So, you kind of have to figure out how to talk about that. It’s a push and pull.”

She recalled telling her coworkers at the museum about the book release, standing up in her cubicle and making the announcement. Many pre-ordered it. She did too, the more expensive hardcover.

“You don't publish for the first time every day,” Graham said. “Plus, Dr. Dickey is an expert in the public history realm, so I’m honored to have my name attached to hers in every way, shape and form.”

Story by Amber Perry

Photos by Matt Yung

A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Kennesaw State University offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to its more than 47,000 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 8 percent of U.S. colleges and universities with an R1 or R2 status. For more information, visit kennesaw.edu.

Owls Host West Georgia for Midweek Clash

Kennesaw State (8-17, 0-3 Conference USA) Location: Kennesaw, Ga. Wednesday, March 12 @ 6 p.m. Watch: ESPN+ Follow the Action: X | Instagram Series Game Notes: Click here KENNESAW, Ga. – Kennesaw State (8...

Kennesaw State (8-17, 0-3 Conference USA) Location: Kennesaw, Ga. Wednesday, March 12 @ 6 p.m. Watch: ESPN+

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KENNESAW, Ga. – Kennesaw State (8-17, 0-3 Conference USA) is set to take on the West Georgia Wolves (8-12, 0-0 ASUN) on Wednesday at 6 p.m. This season marks the Wolves' debut in Division I and their first year in the ASUN Conference, where the Owls previously competed before moving to CUSA.

Series History

Kennesaw State has a perfect record against West Georgia boasting a 37-0 series lead. The teams first clashed in 1991, which was Kennesaw State's inaugural year of fast-pitch softball. Kennesaw State triumphed in that initial game with a 9-1 win. Their last encounter was on April 12, 2005, where Kennesaw State clinched a 4-2 victory. The Owls' home record is an impeccable 21-0, and they are equally impressive on the road with a 16-0 record. In total, Kennesaw State has racked up 397 runs in these matchups, averaging 10.73 runs per game. Kennesaw State has not faced West Georgia since moving up to Division I in 2006.

A Smashing Start

Kennesaw State has come out swinging to start the 2025 season, blasting 12 home runs through just 22 games, including three that landed this past weekend during the I-75 Challenge. The Owls are only six away from surpassing last season's total. Leading the power surge is Ava Guzowski with four home runs, while Ana Gore, Ty Hardeman, and Lexie Shaver each have two home runs. Ava Brooke Strickland and Macie Howes have both chipped in one. Guzowski has been a key to the offensive, hitting the first inside-the-park home run of the 2025 season, driving in 13 RBIs and tallying 39 total bases. Hardeman has been just as impactful, batting .232 while helping lead the Owls with 14 RBIs. Shaver has added 11 RBIs with five doubles while reaching base 32 times. Hannah Harvey has been on an impressive eight-game hitting streak, further bolstering the Owls' offensive lineup.

Stepping up to the Plate

Freshman Ana Gore has been a key offensive force for Kennesaw State, collecting 20 hits and leading in RBIs with 15 RBIs while adding power to the lineup with eight doubles. She showcased her consistency with back-to-back home runs against Georgia State on February 18. Transfer Ava Brooke Strickland leads the team with a .320 batting average, recording 16 hits and seven RBIs, and becoming the first Owl to notch a triple this season. Freshmen Jojo Johnson and Gore have been the only freshmen to start every game this season, and are two of the five players to have started every game. Alora Bevily has been perfect on the base paths, going 4-for-4 in stolen bases. With four new Owls in the lineup, their growing team development will only strengthen their power at the plate as the season progresses.

Inside the Circle

The pitching staff has been a key factor for Kennesaw State. Kenley Hilleary has logged a team-high 49.2 innings, posting a 3.24 ERA with 30 strikeouts. Emma Friedel delivered a complete-game shutout against Georgia State, allowing just three hits while striking out six and holding the Panthers scoreless in a 1-0 victory. Friedel now boasts a total of 41.1 innings pitched with 37 strikeouts on the season. Leah Jannakos delivered a standout performance against in-state ACC opponent Georgia Tech, holding them scoreless through four innings.

CUSA Control

Kennesaw State is making its presence known within Conference USA, with several players and the team as a whole placing on the leaderboard. Ana Gore has been a force at the plate, sitting in third in the conference with eight doubles and ranking among the top 20 with 15 RBIs. Ty Hardeman's 14 RBIs keep her in the top 25. In the circle, Emma Fridel has been racking up strikeouts, placing ninth in CUSA with 37. Defensively, Jojo Johnson is a standout, leading the conference and ranking 12th nationally with 59 assists. Ava closely follows in third place in the conference with 50 assists and 15th with four homeruns. At first base, Lexie Shaver's 150 putouts placed her first in the conference. As a team, the Owls are fourth in CUSA with 37 doubles. Behind the plate, Macie Howes's seven caught stealing places her within the NCAA's top 25 and leads the conference.

Power Four Proof

Kennesaw State has proven they can compete with some of the nation's top programs, going toe-to-toe with multiple Power Four opponents this season. The Owls struck first against No. 20 Northwestern, holding the lead through two innings and keeping it a one-run game until the end. Against Kentucky, KSU battled to a tie through three innings, showcasing their resilience against the Wildcats. The Owls also put up strong fights against Iowa and Penn State, while their defense held No. 10 Texas Tech and Pitt to just a few runs in hard-fought contests. Most recently, the Owls' pitching staff held Georgia Tech to four scoreless innings, demonstrating their ability to contain ACC-powered offenses.

On Deck

The Black and Gold will remain at Bailey Park for the weekend to host FIU starting Friday, March 14 at 6 p.m.

Admission is free to all Kennesaw State softball home games in 2025.

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