On Monday, April 28, the Charles F. Dolan School of Business launched its Artificial intelligence (AI) and Technology Institute, a groundbreaking new initiative at the intersection of technology, creativity, and innovation. Speaking at the launch event included economist and Nobel Laureate Prize winner, Myron Scholes, PhD, who joined via Zoom.
Following a recent visit from Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont to a business analytics class to discuss AI applications in the workplace, newsDolan continues developing AI initiatives, including the launch of this institute on April 28. As part of the launch event, five students also showcased their AI-generated short films, produced as part of their coursework.
"The AI & Technology Institute is born from ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø's core Jesuit values—a commitment to serving humanity,” said Director of the AI and Tech Institute and Associate Professor of Analytics, Jie Tao, PhD. “Our focus is firmly on 'AI for the Greater Good,' leveraging cutting-edge AI research and expertise to empower our local communities and businesses.”
The launch event brought together visionary thinkers, cutting-edge student creators, and influential economist and Nobel Laureate Prize winner, Myron Scholes, PhD, who joined via Zoom.
As part of the new institute, annual programming will include hosting experts at newsDolan, such as Dr. Scholes. The AI and Tech Institute will also aim to offer trainings surrounding AI and emerging technologies.
Philip Maymin, PhD, associate professor of analytics, and business analytics program director, shared that as part of the event, Dr. Scholes talked about “the ways in which AI can make things faster, more individualized, and more flexible, and thereby benefit myriad industries.”
As seen through the AI-generated films, tech-heavy coursework, and prominent speakers, newsDolan will continue to lead and explore opportunities in the AI space.
“We are dedicated to building practical, freely available tools and offering consultation, positioning newsDolan as a leader in putting technology ethically in service of the common good,” Tao said.
Learn more about the AI and Tech Institute at newsDolan.
