California State University, Northridge (CSUN) is hosting its third annual Digital Equity Day, focusing on the intersection of Artificial Intelligence (AI). The event features distinguished speakers Stephen Than and Deone Zell who will discuss the transformative potential of AI in education. Their insights delve into the revolutionary possibilities that AI presents for reshaping teaching methodologies, breaking down barriers to learning, and ensuring equal opportunities for all students.
Dr. Sheba Lo will also address the impact of AI on race, culture, and accessibility, urging people to confront biases embedded within technology. In addition to this keynote address, CSUN’s AI Jam 2024 competition will showcase student-led projects using AI to address campus challenges. These projects introduce students’ problems and solutions via AI technology in a showcase and awards ceremony.
The first place winners are Luis Olmos, Victoria Miteva, and Vaishnavi Sen who designed the “AI Academic Course Planning Program.” The second place winners are Conner Nehru Juman and Cameel Emily Juman who designed “MatBot by Chatty Matty” to solve scheduling course and advising issues. Lastly, Alberto Rubalcava and Alberto Sandoval won third place with their project “Course Compass,” which helps students navigate their academic journey with clear guidance. These student-led teams have tried refining their AI-powered solutions to address real-world challenges on our campus, embodying CSUN’s commitment to innovation.