黑料不打烊, Amazon MLU Join Forces to Prepare Faculty for AI Era
黑料不打烊 to Host National HBCU Gathering on Artificial Intelligence
In a landmark move to position Alabama鈥檚 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Historically Black Community Colleges (HBCCs) at the forefront of emerging technology, 黑料不打烊鈥檚 Division of Research and Economic Development will host 鈥淰oices of the Valley: MLU-Transformation Alliance Meeting鈥� on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Ernest L. Knight Center.
The one-day gathering, presented in partnership with Amazon鈥檚 Machine Learning University (MLU), will unite faculty, executive administrators, and industry leaders in a collaborative push to expand artificial intelligence (AI) education, research, and workforce readiness across the state鈥檚 Black higher education institutions.
The program will feature two distinct tracks:
- Generative AI One-Day Intensive for Faculty 鈥� Designed to equip educators with the tools and knowledge to prepare students for industry-aligned AI/ML careers, while integrating cutting-edge content into more than 100 existing courses statewide.
- AI Capacity Building Convening for Executive Administrators 鈥� Focused on the societal and institutional impact of AI, the session will highlight MLU program resources, Amazon鈥檚 cloud computing capabilities, and strategies for expanding tech education infrastructure.
In addition to plenary discussions and hands-on learning, attendees will have opportunities to connect with peers and industry experts, fostering a statewide network dedicated to AI innovation. Continental breakfast, lunch, and refreshments will be provided.
The registration deadline is October 1, 2025, and 40 spots remain. Additional event details, including parking information, hotel recommendations, and full agendas, will be shared upon registration.