Salt Lake Community College (SLCC) is one of nine Utah higher education institutions to be included in a recently announced public-private partnership with NVIDIA, a global leader in artificial intelligence (AI), to empower faculty to teach generative AI skills to students.
NVIDIA will provide a range of resources, including the opportunity for educators to earn a certificate through the NVIDIA Deep Learning Institute University Ambassador Program. This program will provide high-quality teaching kits, workshop materials, and access to NVIDIA’s graphics processing unit (GPU)-accelerated cloud-based workstations. Utah educators will also gain resources in accelerated computing and data science, equipping them to enhance classroom instruction and prepare students with in-demand workforce skills.
“AI is rapidly powering change in almost every industry, so we are thrilled to be part of this partnership with NVIDIA to ensure Salt Lake Community College is preparing our students with the AI skills and knowledge they will need to optimize their careers,” said Greg Peterson, President of SLCC. “This state-wide investment in Utah’s higher education by NVIDIA is a win-win for all involved.”
In addition to this accelerated program, state agencies will provide internship and apprenticeship opportunities that will allow students to attain hands-on experience in AI and technology, further enhancing their skills and positioning them for academic and career success.
“With AI revolutionizing industries worldwide, it’s critical to prepare current and future workforces with the right skills and training,” said Greg Estes, vice president of corporate marketing and developer programs at NVIDIA. “Through this AI education initiative with NVIDIA, Utah can foster innovation, improve economic growth and prepare students to tackle today’s most pressing challenges.”
To learn more about the state’s memorandum of understanding (MOU) with NVIDIA visit the Utah System of Higher Education website.