As a data engineer, Bryan MacKenzie understands the need for computer scientists, which is why he’s teaching two core courses for Wilmington University’s new MS in Computer Science program.
“As we all know, artificial intelligence, data science, machine learning — all that is really front facing right now,” says MacKenzie, a WilmU graduate who works for PPLSI, the parent company of…
Honoring Young Women and Girls in Technology
June 10, 2024
Wilmington University is committed to supporting young women and minorities in technology careers and celebrating the achievements of ascendant trailblazers. Beverly Peterson, of WilmU’s master’s program in Information Systems Technology, delivered an inspiring address…
Wilmington University’s Class of 2024
June 6, 2024
Wilmington University celebrated its 53rd Commencement ceremonies on June 2-3, 2024, awarding more than 3,700 academic degrees at the Chase Center on the Riverfront in Wilmington, Delaware.
The accomplished Class of 2024 demonstrated exceptional dedication…
Abbey Hammer
Two days after her 35th birthday, Abbey Hammer’s life derailed.
“I just worked a 14-hour shift, and I fell asleep at the wheel,” says Hammer, describing the 2019 car accident that caused several broken bones, including her sternum. “I was very lucky to survive.”
Determined not just to survive but to thrive, she enrolled at Wilmington University and earned…
Career-Ready in Cybersecurity
April 15, 2024
Equipping students to climb the career ladder is a core value at Wilmington University, with many students recruited for jobs while they are still in school.
Ali Baqi is in the final stages of completing a bachelor’s degree in Information Systems…
Bowling Coach Embraces Tech for Winning Fitness Program
February 8, 2024
John York
John York, head coach of Wilmington University’s Bowling team, is a manager in the technology department at Giant Foods. He also has embraced technology in an ambitious weight-loss program, resulting in him losing 130 pounds.
“I am in better shape than I was 20…
WilmU Gains Edge in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
December 7, 2023
Wilmington University is on the cutting edge in computer science, part of an elite group of institutions in the Amazon Artificial Intelligence (AI) / Machine Learning Educator program.
Jodee Vallone
“These transformational technologies are very fast moving, and there’s a huge demand for people with machine-learning and computer science skills,” says Jodee Vallone, assistant chair of Computer…
Webinar Series Highlights Transformative Technology
October 18, 2023
There is a way to keep up with the latest technologies. The College of Technology is debuting a monthly webinar series with the theme “Transformative Technology: The Good, The Bad, and the Unknown.”
Dr. Anthony J. Carcillo, dean of the COT, says the series provides an…
Bella Dontine and Travis Brown: Budding Hollywood Careers
October 16, 2023
Travis Brown
College of Technology alums Bella Dontine and Travis Brown are earning their stripes as Hollywood producers — and in Tinseltown, that’s no easy feat. Released in May, their feature film, “Devil’s Hollow,” earned serious buzz at its West Coast premiere…
Youth and the Dangers of Social Media
October 16, 2023
Dr. Anthony Carcillo
College of Technology Dean Dr. Anthony Carcillo recently treated students, teachers and parents of Brader Elementary School in Newark to a presentation about the dangers of social media. His timing could not have been better.
According to American Psychological Association Chief Science Officer Dr. Mitch Prinstein in a recent APA article, “At puberty, children begin to…