AI at Marymount
Learning with Purpose in the AI Era
At Marymount, learning with purpose in the AI era means using artificial intelligence to sharpen human thinking, deepen ethical responsibility, and turn ideas into impact.
As a comprehensive Catholic university guided by the traditions of the Religious of the Sacred Heart of Mary, Marymount emphasizes intellectual curiosity, service to others, and a global perspective in the formation of the whole person — intellectually, ethically, and spiritually.
Marymount University believes that artificial intelligence serves people, learning, and the common good. We hold that human dignity is never measured by output or efficiency, and that no technology, however powerful, can replace the intelligence, conscience, and creativity that make us human.
Marymount prepares our community to apply AI thoughtfully in their disciplines, to evaluate and question it, and to lead in a world that is being reshaped. We use AI platforms to amplify human capacity, protecting the productive struggle that makes learning real, so that technology enhances human potential rather than diminishing human agency.
Consistent with Pope Leo XIV’s encyclical Magnifica Humanitas, we are mindful of the responsibility that comes with technology — caring for the Earth, uplifting those most vulnerable, and building wisely for the generations who will inherit what we create.
Marymount’s AI Mission
Marymount University integrates artificial intelligence to serve the whole person by preparing students, faculty, and staff to apply AI thoughtfully and ethically across disciplines, strengthening critical thinking, creativity, and human judgment.
Marymount’s AI Vision
Marymount leads the application of artificial intelligence in pursuit of purpose, a place where students prepare to contribute meaningfully to society and create a more connected world.
Our Commitment to AI Fluency
Every Marymount graduate reaches a shared foundation of AI fluency, built progressively across the student journey and supported by common tools available to all. At a minimum, every graduate will be able to:
- Apply AI to real problems within their field of study;
- Evaluate AI output for accuracy, bias, and appropriate use; and
- Weigh the ethical implications of AI in a professional context.
Through hands-on learning, work-integrated experience, and a steadfast commitment to academic integrity, we equip our community to innovate responsibly, solve real problems, and serve with competence and conscience.
AI Academic Programs
- Artificial Intelligence (B.S.) (first in Virginia)
- Minor in Artificial Intelligence and Robotics
- Applied AI Certificate (Graduate Certificate)
Meet Our AI Experts
Artificial Intelligence
Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Workforce Readiness
Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning
Cybercrime, Machine Learning
Presidential Leadership — Dr. Irma Becerra
- Academic Background: PhD in Electrical Engineering (first woman from FIU), decades of AI research
- Research Focus: Knowledge management—how organizations learn and share information
- Signature Framework: “AI is to our cognitive ability what eyeglasses are to our eyes”
- National Speaking Engagements
- Inside Higher Ed 2025 U.S. Universities Summit (October 13-14, 2025)
- Session: ”Leading the Future of Work on Campus” (co-presented with Workday executive)
- Topics: Human-AI collaboration, administrative operations, academic innovation, workforce preparation
- Inside Higher Ed 2025 U.S. Universities Summit (October 13-14, 2025)
- Published AI Thought Leadership
AI Research & Innovation
- An Extended Review on Analyzing Malware Using Agentic AI and Cognitive Architectural Processes
Tadesse & Mbaziira, 2025 - AI Strategies for Organizational Innovation, Growth, and Productivity
Hyiamang & Liu, 2025 - Rethinking Power and Symbiosis in Human-AI Collaboration for the Future Workforce
Hyiamang & Liu, 2025 - Risks of AI Applications Used in Higher Education
Schaeffer, Coombs, Luckett, Marin, & Olson, 2024 - Navigating the Ethical Landscape of AI in Healthcare: Insights From a Content Analysis
Wu & Liu, 2023 - Applying a Trustworthy AI Framework to Mitigate Bias and Increase Workforce Gender Diversity
Liu & Murphy, 2022 - A Multi-Faceted Approach for Trustworthy AI in Cybersecurity
Liu & Murphy, 2020
News & Announcements
- With bachelor’s degree in AI, Marymount seeks to equip students for a changing world
- Marymount’s AI programs help pave the way for a “future-ready Virginia”
- Student-led conference at Marymount’s Ballston Center explores AI, cybersecurity
- President Becerra shares insights on AI and the ‘future of work’ at 2025 U.S. Universities Summit
- Summer AI program at Marymount prepares D.C. high school students for tomorrow’s jobs
- Marymount offers expanded knowledge of artificial intelligence in new bachelor’s program
Events
- College of Business, Innovation, Leadership, & Technology Alumni Speaker Series: Suresh Nair, Emerging Technologies like AI and Quantum
- 2026 Annual Bisson Lecture: Dr. Robin Zerorwksi, Beloit College” Hell is Other Robots: Understanding What AI Is (And Isn’t)”
- Inaugural Cyber Saints WiCyS Conference: “Navigating AI’s Shift in Cybersecurity”