| Alabama A&M joins Delaware State University, Howard University, City Colleges of Chicago, and Oklahoma City Community College as one of five institutions nationwide chosen to serve as a regional lead by Amazon Web Services-Machine Learning University. “Establishing five regional lead institutions for the AWS-MLU Program marks a powerful step forward in scaling AI and machine learning education nationwide,” said Dr. Margie Vela, Head of Strategic Initiatives, Machine Learning University, Amazon Web Services. “I am especially enthusiastic about co-developing content with HBCUs and community colleges — uniting faculty expertise with industry insight to create learning experiences that are rigorous, relevant, and accessible. HBCUs continue to lead at the forefront of AI innovation, while community colleges serve as critical engines of workforce mobility and technology adoption. Together, they are not simply participating in the AI future — they are defining it. This is how we build national momentum: through regional leadership, shared creation, and a collective commitment to preparing students everywhere to thrive in an AI-driven world.” “This designation recognizes Alabama A&M as a leader in AI and machine learning education and research,” said Dr. Majed El-Dweik, Vice President for Research and Economic Development. “It gives our faculty and students access to world-class resources, strengthens collaborations with industry and other HBCUs, and helps prepare a diverse generation of technology leaders who will drive innovation across our region and beyond.” The designation follows AAMU’s convening of a national gathering of Historically Black Colleges and Universities focused on artificial intelligence, underscoring the institution’s growing leadership in expanding access to emerging technologies and strengthening collaboration among HBCUs. READ MORE |
