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AI @ Work

Artificial intelligence is transforming every profession, not just technology careers. The AI@Work track prepares students from any major to confidently navigate an AI-powered workplace by combining hands-on experience with emerging AI tools, exposure to industry leaders, and a strong foundation in ethical and responsible AI use. Throughout the program, students learn how organizations are using AI to improve productivity, drive innovation, and solve complex problems while exploring the opportunities and challenges these technologies create. 

What makes AI@Work different is its focus on both practical AI fluency and human leadership. Students don't just learn about AI; they learn how to evaluate, implement, and lead with it responsibly in the workplace. Grounded in Xavier's Jesuit tradition, the track emphasizes ethics, critical thinking, accountability, and the uniquely human skills that remain essential in an age of intelligent technology.

 

As an AI@Work cohort member, you'll:

  • Gain hands-on experience with the latest AI tools used in business and professional settings through monthly training sessions. 
  • Learn about emerging topics such as prompt engineering, workflow automation, agentic AI, data analysis, content creation, and AI-powered productivity tools. 
  • Participate in discussions and debates on critical issues including bias, fairness, governance, deepfakes, workplace transformation, and responsible AI leadership.
  • Connect with AI founders, innovators, employers, and industry professionals through guest speakers and product demonstrations.
  • Attend regional conferences and engage with the growing AI ecosystem in Cincinnati and beyond. 
  • Build a portfolio of AI-related projects that demonstrate your skills to future employers. 
  • Present your work during end-of-semester showcases and gain valuable professional visibility. 
  • Stay current with major AI developments through live watch parties and analysis of product announcements from companies such as Microsoft, Google, OpenAI, Anthropic, and NVIDIA.

 

AI@Work isn't about becoming an AI engineer. It's about becoming the kind of professional who knows how to work effectively, ethically, and strategically with AI, regardless of career path. 


Learn more about our track co-directors Dr. Jarrod Humphrey and Dr. DJ Steffensen.