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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Date: Wednesday, May 13th 2026 Time: 12:00 - 2:00 pm Location: Hiebert Lounge, 72 E. Concord Street The AI Development Accelerator and Institute for Excellence in Teaching & Learning invite members of the BU community to attend a workshop on the BU Medical Campus on Simulating Human Interactions with HeyGen, a generative AI video platform […]
Good Morning BU, BUTV10’s first and only live news show, recently spotlighted AIDA, the AI at BU Student Certificate, and the general use of AI across campus. The two-minute segment featured Afia Asamoah, a BUTV10 campus correspondent; John Byers, AIDA Executive Director; and two student perspectives. Byers emphasized the importance of effective training when it […]
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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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