The University of Illinois Springfield (UIS) is pioneering an educational framework that not only prepares a new generation for the complexities of an AI-driven world but also places the institution at the heart of shaping the future and ethical direction of AI.

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AI Related Degrees

 

Data Analytics M.S.

A joint program by the Departments of CS and Mathematics, prepares students for data analytics careers or entry to a Ph.D. program.
 

Data Analytics Graduate Certificate

Designed for Computer Science students who would like to acquire the basic knowledge and skills required for data science professionals to boost their marketability.
 

Communication B.A.

Provides students with a general background in communication theory and technology with an opportunity to engage in studying a specific area of communication.
 

Applied Business Analytics B.S.

Specialize in an area of applied business analytics that is relevant in public, for-profit, or non-profit organizations that require the skills of business analytics.

AI Courses Offered 2023- 24

  • CSC 532: Introduction to Machine Ñî¹óåú´«Ã½
  • CSC 470: Intro to Neural Networks
  • CSC 387: Foundations of Computer Science
  • CSC 479: Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
  • CSC 535: Deep Ñî¹óåú´«Ã½
  • DAT 532: Introduction to Machine Ñî¹óåú´«Ã½
  • MIS 471: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Ñî¹óåú´«Ã½
  • PSY 311: Cognitive Psychology

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UIS AI Steering Committee Report

Discover how the AI Steering Committee is shaping the future of AI at UIS with our latest report. Learn about our strategic initiatives, policy developments, and how we're leading the charge in responsible and innovative AI integration across the university.

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Sep 05, 2023
State creates task force to consider merits, needed regulations for AI
The following story was published by The State Journal-Register on Sept. 4, 2023. Joining a host of states across the country, Illinois is taking a hard…
Peter Boltuc
Jul 26, 2023
UIS Professor Peter Boltuc part of a team developing technologies for the next generation of Artificial Intelligence
University of Illinois Springfield Professor of Mathematical Sciences and Philosophy Peter Boltuc is part of a team developing technologies for the next…
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Jun 06, 2023
UIS to hold an artificial intelligence in autonomous vehicles STEM camp for high school students
University of Illinois Springfield Continuing and Professional Education will hold an artificial intelligence (AI) in autonomous vehicles STEM (science,…
Doug Hamilton
Apr 14, 2023
UIS alum Doug Hamilton speaks about the current state of artificial intelligence and ethics
Doug Hamilton, head of artificial intelligence (AI) research at Nasdaq and a University of Illinois Springfield alum, spoke about the current state of…
Innovate Springfield
Mar 01, 2023
Dr. Boltuc and Dr. Chan talking about AI: The Next Gold Rush
Dr. Boltuc (left) and Dr. Chan (right) On February 9, Dr. Peter Boltuc (MAT/PHI) and I were panelists on the Innovate Springfield event AI: “The Next…