Marcus Gubanyi

Marcus Gubanyi

Assistant Professor of Computer Science

402-643-7445 marcus.gubanyi@cune.edu

Dunklau Center 028

Marcus Gubanyi teaches a variety of courses in computer science and mathematics, including programming, algorithms, discrete structures, machine learning and senior projects. He also serves as an academic advisor, mentors the programming team, performs data analysis for academic administration and leads curriculum development in computer and data sciences.

Gubanyi holds a B.S. in Computer Science and Mathematics from Concordia University, Nebraska and an M.A. in Mathematics from the University of Kansas. He is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, with research focusing on educational data mining. His work explores student behavior in programming courses, including engagement, instructional effectiveness and use of generative AI tools. 

Prior to joining Concordia’s faculty, Gubanyi worked as a software engineer, developing systems for medical and government organizations. He is a member of the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) and currently serves as interim director of CUNE Esports. 

Gubanyi and his wife, Jessica, also a Concordia alum, live in Seward with their four sons. He serves as a worship music leader at The Rock Lutheran Church and enjoys music, soccer, hiking, fishing, brewing beer and video games. 

 

Recent Publication 

Marcus E. Gubanyi and Leen-Kiat Soh. 2025. Evaluating Programming Assignments and Compile-and-Run Prompts in CS1 by Observing Student Programming Behaviors. In ACM Conference on International Computing Education Research V.1 (ICER 2025 Vol. 1), August 03–06, 2025, Charlottesville, VA, USA. ACM, New York, NY, USA, 17 pages. 

“I find fulfillment in my service at Concordia through daily opportunities to learn something new, live out my faith, build relationships with students and colleagues and solve meaningful problems.”

Marcus Gubanyi

Marcus Gubanyi's Academic Programs

Undergraduate

Computer Science

Concordia University, Nebraska’s computer science program is designed to help you meet current and future challenges in technology- and application-related fields. Here, you can gain a strong fundamental foundation with an emphasis on practical functions of theoretical concepts.

Computer Science

Data Science

Concordia University, Nebraska’s data science program is a dynamic and interdisciplinary field that prepares students to tackle complex challenges in the age of big data. 

Data Science

Management Information Systems

Management information systems is a dynamic career field focused on employing technologies in ways that help businesses and organizations achieve their strategic goals and operational objectives. Information systems have become increasingly important as technology advances, creating a high demand for skilled individuals.

Management Information Systems