The College of Science and Mathematics has a unique history. Listed below are some
of the historical highlights that our College has experienced throughout the years.
2020's
2024
July 1 Dr. Heather Koopman named Dean of the College of Science and Mathematics.
2023
September 1 Dr. Martin Hudson appointed Interim Associate Dean for Research and Graduate
Studies.
July 1 Dr. Vishnu Suppiramaniam appointed Interim Dean of the College of Science and
Mathematics.
2021
February 15 The Department of Statistics and Analytical Sciences moves to the College
of Computing and Software Engineering at Kennesaw State University and is established
as the School of Data Science and Analytics.
2020
August 1 Dr. Kojo Mensa-Wilmot named Dean of the College of Science and Mathematics.
January 1 Dr. Marla Bell appointed Interim Dean of the College of Science and Mathematics.
2010's
2019
March 22 Dr. Don McGarey appointed Interim Dean of the College of Science and Mathematics.
Groundbreaking of the Science Lab Annex (Marietta Campus).
2018
$1 million grant received from Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI).
稳定的十大彩票网站 was upgraded to a doctoral research institution with R2 status by the Carnegie
Classification of Institutions of Higher Learning (December 31, 2018). Link to 稳定的十大彩票网站 News article »
2017
Dr. Don McGarey was selected to serve as the interim Vice President for Research (July
1, 2017).
Ph.D. in Analytics and Data Science program moves to 稳定的十大彩票网站's Graduate College.
Build-out of the 5th floor of the Science Laboratory building is completed.
2016
稳定的十大彩票网站 was upgraded to a doctoral research institution with R3 status by the Carnegie
Classification of Institutions of Higher Learning (February 8, 2016).
2015
The former Department of Biology and Physics has officially split into three departments:
Department of Ecology, Evolution, and Organismal Biology, Department of Molecular
and Cellular Biology, & Department of Physics.
Ph.D. in Analytics and Data Science program was approved.
Computer Science moves to College of Computing and Software Engineering (CCSE).
2014
The former Department of Mathematics and Statistics has officially split into two
departments: Department of Mathematics & Department of Statistics and Analytical Sciences.
Construction starts on The Oasis, outdoor classroom (July 28, 2014).
The Oasis - Outdoor Classroom opens (November 14, 2014).
Birla Carbon Scholars Program launched. Thanks to a generous contribution from Birla
Carbon.
2013
Bachelor of Applied Computer Science program was approved (August 14, 2013).
2012
Master of Science in Integrative Biology (MSIB) program was approved.
Dr. Mark R. Anderson named new CSM Dean.
稳定的十大彩票网站 to offer Master of Science in Computer Science (MSCS), housed in the CSM's Department
of Computer Science.
Master of Science in Chemical Sciences (MSCB) program was approved.
The Science Laboratory Building opened October 25, 2012, featuring 73,000 square feet,
five-stories, six teaching labs and 17 research labs.
2011
Groundbreaking of New Science Lab Addition.
Department of Computer Science and Information Systems becomes the Department of Computer
Science; Information Systems moves to Coles College of Business.
2010
Dr. Ronald H. Matson appointed Interim Dean of CSM.
Former Nursing Building occupied by Department of Mathematics and Statistics and renamed
Mathematics and Statistics building.
CSM labs open in Prillaman Hall.
Advancing the Teaching of Mathematics and Science (A.T.O.M.S.) center jointly opened
with Bagwell College of Education in House 59.
2000's
2007
Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T. - Science) first offered in collaboration with
Bagwell College of Education.
Department of Biological and Physical Sciences renamed Department of Biology and Physics.
2006
Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T. - Mathematics) offered in collaboration with Bagwell
College of Education.
Masters of Science in Applied Statistics (MSAS) program added to the curriculum.
Department of Mathematics renamed Department of Mathematics and Statistics.
2005
Proposed a new Science Laboratory Building.
2004
CSM acquires much needed van for field trips, research, etc. Thanks to a generous
contribution from Dr. Kathleen Fleiszar.
2003
BS in Biotechnology offered (Spring 2003).
2002
The Ann and John Clendenin Building (37,000 sq. ft.) opened.
Complex for Applied Science Activities (CASA) and Center for Elections opens in House
57.
2001
Masters of Science in Applied Computer Science degree offered by Department of Computer
Science and Information Systems (CSIS).
John Clendenin, education advocate and donor for whom the Ann and John Clendenin Computer
Science Building is named, received Kennesaw State University's (稳定的十大彩票网站's) annual honorary
doctorate.
Arboretum Co-Founders, Dr. Mary Lance and Ed Bostick, honored on 25th anniversary of Arboretum’s dedication.
Department of Chemistry renamed Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry.
2000
Dedication of the Joyce H. Pegues Memorial Greenhouse.
1990's
1999
First CSM masters program offered: Master of Science in Information Systems.
1997
Dr. Laurence Peterson becomes the second CSM Dean.
1996
New $15M (104,336 sq ft.) Science Building opens.
Original Science Building becomes Nursing Building.
Kennesaw State College becomes Kennesaw State University.
School of Science and Mathematics renamed College of Science and Mathematics (CSM).
Dr. Herb Davis becomes first CSM Dean.
1994
School of Science and Allied Health becomes School of Science and Mathematics.
Department of Nursing becomes the School of Nursing.
1993
Department of Chemistry and Physics becomes Department of Chemistry.
Department of Biology becomes Department of Biological and Physical Sciences.
1980's
Science Lab in the 1980's at Kennesaw State University.
1988
Kennesaw College becomes Kennesaw State College.
1987
Department of Computer Science and Information Systems created.
1983
Division of Natural Science and Mathematics name changes to School of Natural Science
and Mathematics.
Dr. Herb Davis becomes the first Dean of the School of Science and Allied Health.
Four Departments created:
Department of Biology
Department of Chemistry and Physics
Department of Mathematics and Computer Science
Department of Nursing
1970's
1976 Kennesaw State University Arboretum dedication
1977
Kennesaw Junior College becomes Kennesaw College.
1976
Dedication of the campus Arboretum by Science and Mathematics faculty as part of the
U.S. Bicentennial celebration.
1970
Dr. Herbert Davis becomes Chair of the Division of Natural Sciences and Mathematics.
1960's
1967
Science Building (original) opens (31,615 sq. ft.).
1966
Kennesaw Junior College opens.
Division of Natural Science and Mathematics created.
Dr. Wesley Walraven is the first Division Chair.
1965
Officially named Kennesaw Junior College (August).
1963
The Georgia Board of Regents approved the creation of a new institution, tentatively
named Cobb County Junior College on October 9, 1963.
2017 Science Laboratory Building and greenhouse on the Kennesaw Campus
2018 Inside of the Science Laboratory Building on Kennesaw campus
2019 The Oasis, Outdoor classroom renovation
2010 Former Nursing Building renamed to Mathematics and Statistics building
2011 Science Laboratory Building Groundbreaking ceremony
2012 Science Laboratory Building ribbon cutting ceremony
2014 The Oasis, outdoor classroom opens
2000 Dedication Ceremony of the Joyce H. Pegues Memorial Greenhouse.
2002 Groundbreaking for the Clendenin Building.
2002 The Ann and John Clendenin Building opens
2004 Van donated by Dr. Kathleen Fleiszar
1994 Groundbreaking Ceremony for the Science & Allied Health Building.
Construction of the Science Building in 1994.
Science Building opens in 1996.
Kennesaw State University campus in the late 1960s.
