{"id":21137,"date":"2024-08-13T13:12:43","date_gmt":"2024-08-13T17:12:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/marymount.edu\/?p=21137"},"modified":"2024-08-15T14:53:33","modified_gmt":"2024-08-15T18:53:33","slug":"sophomore-cybersecurity-student-shines-at-hacu-sponsored-capital-one-leadership-program","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/marymount.edu\/blog\/sophomore-cybersecurity-student-shines-at-hacu-sponsored-capital-one-leadership-program\/","title":{"rendered":"Sophomore Cybersecurity student shines at HACU-sponsored Capital One leadership program"},"content":{"rendered":"
For many students, summer is a time of relaxation. But it\u2019s the perfect opportunity for others to sharpen their skills for the upcoming school year. <\/span><\/p>\n Marymount University sophomore Luke Claudy, a Cybersecurity major and member of the <\/span>Men\u2019s Swimming team<\/span><\/a>, spent part of his summer attending the <\/span>Capital One Launchpad: Legacy and Leadership Program<\/span><\/a>. A partnership between the Thurgood Marshall College Fund, the <\/span>Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU)<\/span><\/a> and Capital One, the Launchpad program welcomed students to Capital One\u2019s headquarters in McLean, Va. for an immersive five-day experience focused on career exploration and professional development. <\/span><\/p>\n Of 1,200 applicants nationwide, Claudy was one of only 100 students selected to participate. He says the program \u201caligned well with my interest in business, technology and cybersecurity.\u201d <\/span><\/p>\n This opportunity was made possible by Marymount\u2019s distinction as a HACU partner and status as <\/span>Virginia\u2019s only Hispanic-Serving Institution.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n \u201cAt Marymount, we are dedicated to providing our Saints with exceptional opportunities to grow academically and professionally,\u201d said Marymount University <\/span>President Irma Becerra<\/span><\/a>. \u201cOur HACU partnership exemplifies how we can help all students gain invaluable experiences that shape their futures, no matter their background. I encourage every student to take full advantage of these unique opportunities to enhance their skills and expand their horizons.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n