Highlights @ Capitol Tech
The Hidden Causes Behind Mass Internet Service Outages
A major internet service outage can disrupt access for millions worldwide, triggering widespread failures across banks, airlines, healthcare systems, and smart devices. And these large-scale outages are occurring more frequently and having greater real-world consequences than in the past.
Future of Construction: A Review of the Construction Industry in 2025, 2026 and Beyond
Explore the future of the construction industry as AI, robotics, and BIM reshape jobs and growth. Discover in-demand roles, emerging technologies, and how digital transformation is driving innovation and opportunity through 2026 and beyond.
Commencement Speaker Dr. Kam Ghaffarian Surprises Capitol Tech Graduates with Generous Cash Gift
Entrepreneur, philanthropist, and Capitol Tech alumnus Dr. Kam Ghaffarian marked this year’s Commencement ceremony with not only an inspiring address to our graduates, but with a $1,500 cash gift to support their dreams.
Capitol Technology University Joins BWI Business Partnership to Advance the Maryland Workforce
Capitol Technology University is proud to announce we have joined the BWI Business Partnership, marking a strategic step in deepening our engagement with the Central Maryland business and transportation community.
Capitol Tech Astronautical Engineering Student, Elijah Mister, Selected for Sigma Gamma Tau Mid-Atlantic Regional Award
With about 50 Chapters and 24,000 members, Capitol Tech student, Elijah Mister, was selected for one of only seven regional Sigma Gamma Tau regional achievement awards, placing him in a very select group of SGT members.
NASA Force: A New Hiring Initiative to Jumpstart the Aerospace Workforce
A new hiring initiative, NASA Force, is taking a bold step toward building the next generation of aerospace talent by streamlining recruitment, expanding outreach, and attracting highly skilled professionals across astronautical engineering and adjacent disciplines.
From the Expert: Understanding AI Readiness through the Lens of Cognitive Filtering and Swan Intelligence
In our From the Expert blog series, cyberpsychology researcher Dr. Geetanjali Jha describes the importance of AI readiness, the necessary skills of Cognitive Filtering and Swan Intelligence, and the four Cs that can help build these capacities.
How Astronautical Engineers Powered the Artemis II Mission Forward
The Artemis II mission was the first human-crewed attempt to reach the Moon’s orbit since Apollo 17 in 1972. This incredible feat of scientific exploration was made possible by highly talented professionals behind the scenes—from engineers to technicians to Mission Control and more.