"Vision before hardware" is what makes this digital installation at Oakland Community College a success.

Clark University recently launched its inaugural AI Agents Academy, drawing over 400 leaders from more than 100 organizations to Worcester. The event, developed in partnership with Amazon Web Services, centered on the role of AI agents in transforming fundraising, operations and the broader structure of mission-driven institutions. Due to high national interest, organizers plan to evolve the academy into an ongoing community, with year-round online engagement and annual in-person gatherings.

Ronell Smith reflects on the differences between his college experience as a first-generation student and that of his daughters. Smith notes that while his daughters have a broader set of options and support, first-generation students often lack a reference set for decision-making. Smith emphasizes the importance of providing more options rather than just advice, highlighting the need for parents and mentors to help students expand their reference sets.

The University of Florida has offered an expansive AI curriculum since 2022, positioning itself as a leader in AI education before large language models like ChatGPT became mainstream. The university's integration strategy centers on embedding AI education across all 16 colleges rather than confining it to technical departments. By hiring 100 new faculty and investing in a supercomputer, the HiPerGator, the university ensures students in every discipline--from the arts to engineering--gain hands-on AI experience.