Savannah State, IBM partner to boost student AI skills

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Savannah State University freshmen participate in an IBM Skillsbuild AI workshop, part of a new partnership.
More than 400 students registered for the workshop, showcasing the initiative’s popularity.
The university is among 30 nationwide selected for the “SkillsBuild AI Freshman University Initiative.”
Students complete modules on AI applications like chatbot creation, generative content, sports analytics, and industry-specific technology.
Freshmen are required to complete a three-hour self-paced course, “Getting Started with Artificial Intelligence,” embedded in the First-Year Experience curriculum.
The course covers AI fundamentals, industry use cases, and issues of ethics and bias.
The partnership offers students access to over 1,000 free courses, paid micro-internships, mentorship, and personalized career pathways.
The initiative aligns with workforce trends, as AI and information processing are projected to be major forces shaping the job market by 2030.

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