1. Building capacity for machine-human interaction
AI-Centered Programs
Building capacity for machine-human interaction

2. Blending tech and thought

3. AI core plus…. Integrating AI with other programs
Need some knowledge of/capacity for basic tech capacities.
Then connect that core with expertise in other areas
Ethics
Law
Business
Data
Science
Society

4. Basic tech + social relevance (We are not RIT)
AI Core
Business/innovation/leadership
Data science/analysis
Philosophical/legal/ethical

5. Connection to legacy

6. Fits institutional mission
Managing/interacting with AI is major social issue of our time.
Focusing on equity, diversity, and justice aspects of AI
Chance to drive conversation about what machines can do/learn and how we direct and interact with them.

7. Where are we? Have general concept Have spoken with AI4All
Validated concept that our concept is groundbreaking in many ways
Gathering steering committee
Hiring consultant
Imagining shape of program

8. Timeframe (if all goes well)
Build program structure this year
Hire first new faculty next year
Launch in