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Paul Fink, assistant professor in the College of Computing, speaks as part of "Tech Talks: AI & Human-Centered Design" at the DeVos Center's Loosemore Auditorium in Grand Rapids on September 18

Experts spotlight AI's human-centered capabilities during Tech Talk

GVSU hosted “Tech Talks: AI & Human-Centered Design” as part of Tech Week Grand Rapids, highlighting how AI can enhance education, business, and accessibility

Artificial Intelligence College Updates Faculty

Published September 18, 2025 by Brian Vernellis

Kristen Vu, assistant professor and Medical Dosimetry Program Director, speaks as part of "Tech Talks: Health & Technology" at the DeVos Center's Loosemore Auditorium in Grand Rapids on September 16

GVSU faculty, researchers highlight AI’s role in future of medicine

GVSU’s Tech Talks: Health & Technology highlighted how AI is transforming healthcare education, patient care, and treatment planning, preparing students to responsibly use AI for better outcomes.

Artificial Intelligence Research

Published September 16, 2025 by Brian Vernellis

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Global journey leads Reihaneh Hariri to Grand Valley and a future in student-centered innovation

When Dr. Reihaneh Hariri left her faculty position to work in the fast-moving world of autonomous vehicle systems; she didn't expect that her journey would ultimately lead her back to the classroom.

Artificial Intelligence Automotive industry College Updates Faculty Healthcare Innovation

Published July 1, 2025 by Shelby Harrison.

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Dr. Naureen Hoque joins GVSU's College of Computing, bringing expertise in wireless security and AI defense

Dr. Naureen Hoque, the newest faculty member to join Grand Valley State University (GVSU)'s College of Computing, specializes in wireless security, AI-powered threat defense, and quantum-resistant communications.

Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity Faculty Innovation Research

Published June 24, 2025 by Shelby Harrison.

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Detecting forest threats with AI and Drones: College of Computing faculty receives MTRAC grant

Dr. Rahat Ibn Rafiq, assistant professor in the College of Computing at GVSU, has been awarded a $43,284 grant from Michigan State Universitys MTRAC AgBio Innovation Hub, along with matching funds.

Artificial Intelligence College Updates Cybersecurity Environmental conservation Faculty Grants Innovation Research

Published May 29, 2025 by Shelby Harrison.

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College of Computing highlights graduating class, cybersecurity at Innovation Day

Cybersecurity experts--from GVSU and West Michigan--gathered at the Eberhard Center on the Pew Grand Rapids Campus to discuss the technology's future as well as honor and celebrate the College of Computing's largest graduating class.

Artificial Intelligence College Updates Commencement Innovation Innovation Day Panel discussions

Published April 18, 2025 by Brian Vernellis and posted on GVNext. Image credit: Photos by Ashley Streeter

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From the OR to GVSU: New GVSU faculty Dr. Talha Khan brings award-winning mixed reality research

Dr. Talha Khan is joining GVSU's College of Computing, bringing cutting-edge research in mixed reality and healthcare to the classroom and putting vital data directly into the hands (and sightlines) of those who need it most.

Artificial Intelligence College Updates Faculty Healthcare Innovation Mentorship Research

Published April 7, 2025 by Shelby Harrison.

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NASA-Funded Grant to Advance Cybersecurity Research at Grand Valley

Dr. Sutton was recently awarded a NASA-funded grand through the Michigan Space Grant Consortium.

Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity Faculty Graduate Grants Innovation Research

Published April 3, 2025 by Maxwell Ritchie

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College of Computing enhances international partnerships with Tunisian universities

Grand Valley's College of Computing reached a significant milestone in its international engagement efforts with a formal visit to Tunisia's Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research.

Artificial Intelligence Careers College Updates Global partnerships Innovation J-1 Scholar Partnerships

Published March 11, 2025 by Shelby Harrison and is posted on GVSU Forum.

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GVSU to offer degree programs in artificial intelligence

As artificial intelligence continues to permeate industries across West Michigan, Grand Valley State University is making sure its students are prepared for the future.

Artificial Intelligence College Updates Research

Published March 7, 2025 by Alina Hauter and reported on Fox 17 News. View the video accompanying this piece.

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Grand Valley State University will offer new degrees including in A.I. to meet increasing demands for tech talent in West Michigan

GVSU's Board of Trustees approved programs in AI and software engineering as an expansion of its College of Computing, designed to meet the demands of industry partners for graduates in the tech sector.

Artificial Intelligence College Updates Software Engineering

Published March 4, 2025 by Dee Morrison on WGVU

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338% surge in West Michigan AI job postings prompts GVSU to create new degrees

In an attempt to better prepare students joining a workforce that increasingly utilizes Artificial Intelligence (AI), Grand Valley State University is creating four new degree programs.

Artificial Intelligence Careers College Updates computer science Human Centered Computing Innovation Partnerships Research

Published February 27, 2025 by Danielle James featured on mLive and Government Technology.

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AI degrees among new GVSU computing programs slated to strengthen Michigan tech talent pipeline

Grand Valley State University plans to offer bachelor's and master's degrees in Artificial Intelligence as part of an expansion of College of Computing programs.

Artificial Intelligence Careers College Updates Faculty Graduate Innovation Partnerships Research undergraduate

Published February 21, 2025 by Peg West on GVNext.

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GVSU Board of Trustees approves new programs in AI and software engineering

GVSU's Board of Trustees has approved new AI and Software Engineering degree programs, co-designed with industry to meet workforce demands. These cutting-edge programs will equip students with in-demand skills, driving innovation and economic growth.

Artificial Intelligence Careers College Updates computer science Cybersecurity Graduate Innovation Partnerships Software Engineering undergraduate

Published February 21, 2025 by Shelby Harrison.

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Advances in Artificial Intelligence: Deep Reinforcement Learning

A technological revolution has reinvigorated the field of artificial intelligence: Deep Neural Networks (DNNs) are being successfully deployed in real-life applications as varied as image recognition and language translation.

Artificial Intelligence College Updates

Published August 29, 2018

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