News

We use the UMBC group umbc-ai to share news about AI research, events, and opportunities at UMBC. UMBC faculty, staff, and students can join the group to receive email messages. Anyone can view past news on the group or on the AI.UMBC.EDU website. Below are short summaries of recent messages from the UMBC AI Center.


Students sought for survey on AI and data science

American and Indian international students in the US studying or engaged in research related to AI or data science are invited to participate in this survey. Greetings, I am Niraj Sitaula,...

Posted: May 22, 2025, 12:25 PM

Interview: AI Careers and Future Tech

Dr. Anupam Joshi on the field and opportunities at UMBC

UMBC Professor Anupam Joshi was interviewed by AECC INDI about how the roles of AI, data science, machine learning, and cybersecurity are evolving. He discusses the impact of these technologies on...

Posted: May 15, 2025, 3:24 PM

Student guide to using generative AI systems

Students and many others may find the 2025 Student Guide to Artificial Intelligence helpful in understanding how to use the new generative AI systems more effectively. The guide was developed by...

Posted: May 7, 2025, 9:35 AM

Exploring the Use of GenAI in Formative Assessment of Student Learning

Hybrid "Study Day" Panel, 12-1pm EDT Wednesday, May 14

UMBC’s DoIT and Faculty Development Center will hold a “study day” panel 12-1pm on Wednesday, May 14, to explore how generative AI systems can help students prepare for exams. Three UMBC faculty...

Posted: May 5, 2025, 1:01 PM

Event: Future Ready Maryland AI Summit

8:30-4:00pm Saturday, June 21, 2025 at UMBC

The Maryland Center for Computing Education (MCCE) will hold a free one-day event at UMBC on Saturday, June 21, 2025, focused on AI in all levels of education. The Future Ready Maryland AI Summit...

Posted: April 30, 2025, 10:33 AM

Webinar: Enhancing Critical Thinking with GenAI

Video exploring how higher education is preparing students for the rise of AI from a UMBC webinar on April 1. Learn how to leverage generative AI to improve student outcomes and uphold academic...

Posted: April 28, 2025, 6:02 PM

AI Meets Finance: interview with Abdullah Karasan

Real world learning with UMBC Data Science

In this UMBC Mic’d Up episode, host Dennise Cardona, chats with Dr. Abdullah Karasan, adjunct faculty member in UMBC’s Data Science program and Founder of Leveragai, about the intersection of AI,...

Posted: April 26, 2025, 2:23 PM