Democratizing the Use of Artificial Intelligence
The Paul English Applied Artificial Intelligence (AI) Institute is the nation’s first university-based institute dedicated to optimizing and democratizing the use of AI tools across a broad range of professions. The goal of the Institute is to give UMass Boston students in every field—who overwhelmingly join the Massachusetts workforce after graduation—the skills to excel in and shape the increasingly AI-powered world of work.
Navigating Careers in the age of AI Webinar
The PEAAII recently collaborated with UMass Boston’s Academic & Career Engagement & Success Center for our first big collaborative Webinar! Kurt Klopmeier from ACES conducted two talks on career exploration and interview preparation with the assistance of AI, while Graduate Assistant Steven Carr moderated an interview with the distinguished Dr. Haixun Wang, the VP of Engineering and Head of AI at EvenUp, where they discussed student concern’s about the current job market with respect to AI.
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About Us
The institute’s research, education, and outreach activities will be embedded in academic study across campus and include a focus on the social, ethical, and diversity challenges and opportunities associated with emerging AI tools.
Who We Are
World-class AI researcher and educator UMass Boston Distinguished Professor of Computer Science Wei Ding leads the Institute. Wei combines expertise in AI, data mining, machine learning, and computational semantics—applied in healthcare and environmental, astronomical, and geological sciences—with a deep knowledge of UMass Boston and a strong connection to students, gained over 14 years on the faculty. She facilitates the institute’s Lead Planning Team, a 6-member curricular working group, and the 15 member Student Advisory Council.
What We Do
The institute is sparking crucial conversations about artificial intelligence within our community. Through a series of dynamic events and media coverage, we are encouraging a dialogue that bridges the gap between AI experts and learners and empowers individuals to navigate the complexities of AI with informed perspectives.
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We encourage the university and greater community to connect with us on our social media channels to learn about the Institute’s initiatives and upcoming events.
Contact Us
- Facebook: @Paul English Applied Artificial Intelligence Institute
- Instagram: @umb_ai_institute
- Teams channel for students to discuss and learn more about Artificial Intelligience