Maryville announces the publication of a new book, “Disrupter,” which profiles the University’s rise to national prominence. This uniquely comprehensive and compelling account describes the trailblazing path that Maryville took to emerge as one of the top universities in the country, under the visionary leadership of President Mark Lombardi, PhD, and a dynamic team of faculty and staff. The book reveals the challenges of higher education and serves as an inspiration to other institutions looking to find success.