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Marymount students embrace spirit of punk at 2026 Portfolio in Motion fashion show

Posted on May 15, 2026 by adauches

On May 1, members of the Marymount community gathered in the Lee Center for the School of Design and Art’s 2026 Portfolio in Motion (PIM) fashion show, a student-run production celebrating creativity, collaboration and innovation in fashion design. This year’s theme, “Punk in Motion,” showcased a modern and dynamic interpretation of punk’s rebellious spirit. “Inspired by punk’s history of self-expression, individuality, and […]

Student-led conference at Marymount’s Ballston Center explores AI, cybersecurity

Posted on November 7, 2025 by adauches

Students, faculty and cybersecurity professionals gathered at Marymount University’s Ballston Center last week for the inaugural Cyber Saints WiCyS Conference, hosted by the Marymount University student chapter of Women in Cybersecurity (WiCyS). With the theme of “Navigating AI’s Shift in Cybersecurity,” the event connected learners with industry experts through a series of skill-building technical workshops, […]

Marymount’s AI programs help pave the way for a “future-ready Virginia”

Posted on August 1, 2025 (August 4, 2025) by adauches

Showcasing commitment to innovation and harnessing the power of artificial intelligence, the Commonwealth of Virginia has launched a new website in partnership with Google—“Virginia Has Jobs: Activate Your AI Potential.” Among its catalog of AI education resources that promote a “future-ready Virginia,” the site lists Marymount University’s Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence, which launched […]

Meet the new Dean of the College of BILT, Dr. Anne Magro

Posted on September 18, 2024 by Nicole Koluder

Marymount University welcomes Dr. Anne Magro as the new Dean of the College of Business, Innovation, Leadership and Technology (BILT). In this role, she will be responsible for leading and shaping the academic and administrative direction of the College. She aims to empower students, faculty and staff to combine creativity, technology, business insights and leadership […]

Summer AI program at Marymount prepares D.C. high school students for tomorrow’s jobs

Posted on July 29, 2024 (July 29, 2024) by nmunson

This month, Marymount University’s College of Business, Innovation, Leadership and Technology (BILT) launched the new Artificial Intelligence Dual Enrollment and Internship Program in collaboration with District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS). Supported by the Greater Washington Partnership’s TalentReady initiative and the DC Public Education Fund, this AI program provides a unique opportunity for rising high […]

Marymount names Dr. Anne Magro as new College of BILT Dean

Posted on April 16, 2024 (April 16, 2024) by nmunson

Dr. Anne Magro has been appointed the next Dean of Marymount University’s College of Business, Innovation, Leadership and Technology (BILT). Starting in May, she will lead a College at the cutting edge of innovation, with leading programs in domestic and international business and management, information technology, economics, design, art, cybersecurity and more. Following a […]

Marymount professor highlights advantages of artificial intelligence

Posted on November 14, 2023 (November 14, 2023) by Nicole Koluder

Marymount professor highlights impactful advantages of artificial intelligence

In this episode of “Faculty in Focus,” we interview Dr. Alvaro Cintas-Canto, Assistant Professor of Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence (AI) within the College of BILT, to discuss his diverse passions within the realm of AI, the benefits of ChatGPT and his efforts to help others integrate themselves into the high-tech world. Why Marymount? I chose […]

Designers speak to MU students for Global Entrepreneurship Week

Posted on November 23, 2022 (November 23, 2022) by Connor Glowacki

Last week, Marymount University’s College of Business, Innovation, Leadership and Technology (BILT) joined over 20,000 organizations worldwide in celebrating Global Entrepreneurship Week, which through various lectures and seminars is utilized to help entrepreneurs transform their ideas into tangible action. To mark this occasion, the College of BILT hosted two renowned design entrepreneurs, Jomo Tariku […]