Maria Aglietti is the Associate Director of Marketing and Communications for the George R. Brown School of Engineering and Computing at Rice University. She brings extensive experience in strategic communications, having previously served as Senior Communications Officer at MIT. Maria has led innovative programs, brand campaigns, and social media strategies, while also contributing expertise in graphic design, web development, and database systems. Her work has consistently advanced engagement, growth, and visibility for the institutions she serves. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Applied Arts and Science from the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT), with concentrations in Management Information Systems, Computer Graphics, and Management Development.