º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½â€™s substantial investment strives to keep the university’s future cemented for years to come
[St. Louis, MO, February 14, 2024] – In a bold move that counters the conventions of more traditional schools, º¬Ð߲ݴ«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.
º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ is ranked by the Chronicle of Higher Education as the third fastest-growing private university in the nation, keeping the top 5 ranking for the fifth consecutive year. It is also noted that º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ has seen a steady growth in undergraduate enrollment for 17 straight years, marking a +9% increase in its undergraduate population in Fall 2023.
“Due to our record growth, º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ is committed to not only adapting to the changing dynamics of higher education but leading the charge,” said Dr. Mark Lombardi, president of º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½. “Our significant investment in AI and cutting-edge technology is focused on student success and five-star service.  We are proud of our growth and our innovative strategic plan that will enable our students to thrive in the digital age.”
In 2022, º¬Ð߲ݴ«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 º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ students across all its platforms will receive the finest education combined with five-star service.
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, º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ is poised to redefine what it means to be a student-centric institution.
“With this technology modernization initiative, º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ is at the forefront of educational institutions embracing AI and data-driven approaches,â€� says Phil Komarny, chief innovation officer of º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½. “By leveraging a comprehensive data strategy and the capabilities of the º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ Collective, the university is poised to revolutionize the academic landscape and set a new standard for personalized education.â€�
º¬Ð߲ݴ«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, º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ continues to break barriers and uphold its reputation as a leading light in the academic community.
For more information about º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ and its programs, please visit www.maryville.edu.
About º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½
Founded in 1872, º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ is a comprehensive and nationally ranked private institution with an enrollment of 10,000 students. º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ offers over 90 degrees at the undergraduate, master’s and doctoral levels, as well as several certificates that align with the undergraduate and graduate education levels. º¬Ð߲ݴ«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 º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ alumni work and live in the St. Louis region.