AI Development Accelerator

Welcome to the AI Development Accelerator for Academic and Administrative Excellence (AIDA).

AIDA is one of Boston University’s Inaugural Initiatives under President Melissa Gilliam. AIDA is dedicated to equipping Boston University faculty, staff, and students with the knowledge, tools, and critical frameworks to navigate the evolving landscape of generative AI. Through ethical exploration, creative experimentation, and real-world application, we empower our community to harness AI’s potential responsibly and innovatively. Learn more about AIDA.

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Explore practical tools and strategies to integrate generative AI into your work, whether you're teaching, doing research, or helping BU to run smoothly.

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BU's AI Investment

We're in the AI moment—a present reality where AI is reshaping industries, communities, and the way we understand and interact with the world. At Boston University, we have been preparing for this moment.

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Upcoming Events

From trainings on generative AI to symposia on AI research, BU offers opportunities to explore, learn, and collaborate in the rapidly evolving AI landscape.

In-Studio AI Jam: Collaboratively Discovering AI

Day: Wednesday Oct 14th Time: 1:00pm - 2:30pm Founder’s Room (3rd Floor Center, Room 307C) in the Talbot Building at 715 Albany Street

Curricular Design and Lesson Planning: How to Integrate AI in Media Ventures and Communications

Day: Monday Oct 19th Time: 2:30pm - 4:00pm 755 Commonwealth Avenue, Suite 103, Conference Room 101

Beyond the Hype: How AI is Changing Fintech— and Your Career

Day: Tuesday Oct 20th Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm CDS 1750

Grading for Learning and Efficiency

Day: Monday Oct 26th Time: 1:00pm - 2:15pm Zoom

In-Studio AI Jam: Collaboratively Discovering AI

Day: Tuesday Oct 27th Time: 9:30am - 11:00am Online

Sourcery of Sorts: Demystifying Archives, Libraries, and AI in Research

Day: Wednesday Oct 28th Time: 1:30pm - 3:00pm Roosevelt Room, 1st floor of Mugar Library, 771 Commonwealth Avenue

In-Studio AI Jam: Collaboratively Discovering AI

Day: Wednesday Nov 4th Time: 9:30am - 11:00am 755 Commonwealth Avenue, Suite 103

Insights in Action Teaching for Wellbeing: Creating Conditions for Students to Thrive

Day: Thursday Nov 5th Time: 10:00am - 11:30am 808 Commonwealth Ave, Howard Thurman Center, Room 205
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