Stories

Scholarships and donor support are expanding access to computing education and preparing the next generation of technology leaders.

Graduating seniors are building a new tradition of giving that connects each class and supports the students who follow.

Ben Stickan joins Manning CICS to strengthen partnerships and support the college’s next phase of growth.

Alumnus Kevin Gurney reflects on community, curiosity, and the experiences that shaped his path from Manning CICS student to software engineer.

Advisory Board Member Renu Chipalkatti ’87MS shares her perspective on gratitude, mentorship, and the power of sustained support.

CICS doctoral student Oindrila Saha took the stage at Adobe MAX Sneaks 2025 to present Project Scene It, an AI scene generation tool.

Keith Marzullo reflects on community, momentum, and the future of computing at Manning CICS.

From astrophysics to national policy to academia, Marzullo brings a collaborative vision for Manning CICS and its future.

Peer instructors are transforming classrooms at Manning CICS—building skills, confidence, and a culture of collaboration.

From pioneering theory to global impact, UMass researchers have helped shape reinforcement learning—and the future of AI.