When Deb Vaughn first stepped into a KSU paralegal classroom, she wasn’t a traditional college student checking off electives. She was returning to school later in life, balancing responsibilities and charting a new direction with purpose. What began as an unexpected interest …
In hopes of starting a career in healthcare, Breanna Schnitger was inspired by her four young daughters to pursue professional training. She first learned about the Phlebotomy Technician Certificate Program at Kennesaw State University after attending a KSU Community and …
After working as a private caregiver for 12 years, Judy King decided to expand her healthcare knowledge and pursue new career opportunities. “I wanted to get more education so that I could work in a healthcare facility,” said King. “I …
Robert Kamna saw a need at his workplace and stepped up to fulfill it in a big way. Through his position in a government agency, Kamna and his team do a lot of work on buildings in the state of …
Danielle Cortolano has her sights set on career advancement. An alumnae of Kennesaw State University, Cortolano was working in a real estate law firm when she began thinking about her long-term goals. “I was a legal assistant and asked my …
As an accomplished fantasy author, J.W. Webb is no stranger to storytelling. Born in England with a deep fascination for the Middle Ages, Webb has authored more than a dozen fantasy novels, including audiobooks and box sets available on major …
When the pandemic reshaped the professional landscape, T’Aira Duncan found herself at a turning point. Prior to COVID-19, she served as Manager of Collective Operations at Teach For America—a role that required extensive travel. As business travel slowed, she began …
How SHRM Certification Helped Kate Ihetu Elevate Her HR Career In May 2020, during one of the most uncertain periods in recent history, Kate Ihetu completed the SHRM program at Kennesaw State University’s College of Graduate and Professional Education. While …
With more than 20 years of experience in hospitality and restaurant field marketing, Hassiba built a career supporting restaurant owners and franchise operations. As the industry evolved toward enterprise-level digital strategy, he recognized a growing demand for deeper expertise in …