{"id":16954,"date":"2024-02-14T15:10:55","date_gmt":"2024-02-14T21:10:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.maryville.edu\/mpress\/?p=16954"},"modified":"2024-02-14T15:10:55","modified_gmt":"2024-02-14T21:10:55","slug":"maryville-announces-21-million-investment-in-ai-and-new-technologies-amidst-record-growth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.maryville.edu\/mpress\/maryville-announces-21-million-investment-in-ai-and-new-technologies-amidst-record-growth\/","title":{"rendered":"Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ Announces $21 Million Investment in AI and New Technologies Amidst Record Growth"},"content":{"rendered":"

Ä¢¹½´«Ã½\u2019s substantial investment strives to keep the university\u2019s future cemented for years to come<\/em><\/p>\n

[St. Louis, MO, February 14, 2024]<\/strong> \u2013 In a bold move that counters the conventions of more traditional schools, Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ has unveiled a substantial $21 million multi-year investment in artificial intelligence (AI) and cutting-edge technologies. This groundbreaking initiative is set to transform the higher education experience to be powered by the latest technology to support student success and a five-star experience for thousands of students both on-campus and online.<\/p>\n

Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ is ranked by the Chronicle of Higher Education as the third fastest-growing private university in the nation<\/a>, keeping the top 5 ranking for the fifth consecutive year. It is also noted that Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ has seen a steady growth in undergraduate enrollment for 17 straight years, marking a +9% increase in its undergraduate population in Fall 2023.<\/p>\n

“Due to our record growth, Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ is committed to not only adapting to the changing dynamics of higher education but leading the charge,” said Dr. Mark Lombardi, president of Ä¢¹½´«Ã½. “Our significant investment in AI and cutting-edge technology is focused on student success and five-star service. \u00a0We are proud of our growth and our innovative strategic plan that will enable our students to thrive in the digital age.”<\/p>\n

In 2022, Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ rolled out a strategic plan designed to reinforce its position at the forefront of educational innovation. This plan has a laser like focus on using AI, and the latest in data analytics to provide a life-long learner journey that delivers outstanding student outcomes. This financial commitment along with deep partnerships with industry leaders such as Apple, Salesforce, BurstIQ and Capacity means that all Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ students across all its platforms will receive the finest education combined with five-star service.<\/p>\n

The investment is in personalized, AI-enhanced, student support. The increase in capabilities in engagement, service, learning technologies and a leading-edge data ecosystem are all built to scale for growth and power in AI. By integrating advanced technologies into the fabric of its educational model, Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ is poised to redefine what it means to be a student-centric institution.<\/p>\n

\u201cWith this technology modernization initiative, Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ is at the forefront of educational institutions embracing AI and data-driven approaches,\u201d says Phil Komarny, chief innovation officer of Ä¢¹½´«Ã½. \u201cBy leveraging a comprehensive data strategy and the capabilities of the Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ Collective, the university is poised to revolutionize the academic landscape and set a new standard for personalized education.\u201d<\/p>\n

Ä¢¹½´«Ã½’s vision of the future is clear: a world where education is more accessible, inclusive, and effectively prepares students for the dynamic challenges of the modern workforce. With this new technological venture, Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ continues to break barriers and uphold its reputation as a leading light in the academic community.<\/p>\n

For more information about Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ and its programs, please visit www.maryville.edu.<\/p>\n

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Founded in 1872, Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ is a comprehensive and nationally ranked private institution with an enrollment of 10,000 students. Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ offers over 90 degrees at the undergraduate, master\u2019s and doctoral levels, as well as several certificates that align with the undergraduate and graduate education levels. Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ is recognized as the second fastest-growing private university in the United States by The Chronicle of Higher Education, serving students from all 50 states and 56 countries. More than 17,000 Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ alumni work and live in the St. Louis region.<\/p>\n

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