AI Institute HBCU | Google, NC Central University partner to build pipeline of diverse talent to artificial intelligence field [Video]

DURHAM, N.C. (WTVD) — North Carolina Central University believes the $1 million grant from Google is a game-changer for HBCUs as artificial intelligence continues to shape the future.

“A lot of people know us for our law school. They’re going to know us for AI now,” said Dr. Siobahn Day Grady, Assistant Professor and Program Director of Information Science.

For the past five years, she’s led a lab on artificial intelligence equity research on campus which has exposed students to cutting-edge AI projects. She believes the one million dollar grant will help many more learn while producing leaders in the industry.

“The goal is to impact 200 students over two years with this investment. That looks like conducting research, mentorship, all the things,” said Grady. “I believe our students will be well prepared. Not only from a technical standpoint but from a confidence standpoint to not only excel in the AI workforce but to lead in it.”

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