Ai News Events Northeastern University

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-Dec 3, 2025, 5:57 PM

Tracking AI breakthroughs and innovators We’re breaking new ground in addressing critical world issues through AI-infused learning and discovery. See how we’re supercharging our impact through AI. Latest ways we are shaping an enhanced future. Northeastern researchers develop AI app to help speech-impaired users communicate more naturally Northeastern researchers develop AI app to help speech-impaired users communicate more naturally

Sign up to be the first to hear about our upcoming events. Subscribe to our In the AI Loop newsletter. Tina Eliassi-Rad met with students on the Oakland campus to discuss concerns about possible job loss and environmental impacts of AI OAKLAND, Calif. — When Northeastern University student Duo Xu thinks about her future career in computer science, she wonders about the impact of AI. Then she heard a promising perspective from one of the leading minds in the field.

“What can I do to prepare, if so many jobs will be occupied by AI?” Xu asked. Tina Eliassi-Rad, the inaugural Joseph E. Aoun professor of computer science at Northeastern University, had the answer. We are a research institute advancing Responsible AI solutions, solving high-impact challenges, and pioneering experiential AI education. Experiential AI is simply AI with a human-in-the-loop. World class experts solving the biggest challenges in Life Sciences, Health, Climate, Responsible AI, and Generative AI.

Our 90+ faculty members from across Northeastern University push the frontiers of technology and solve problems. Helping organizations navigate the complex and emerging challenges of AI. Applying the latest techniques from the field of artificial intelligence to solve real-world problems. This series of AI in Action workshops was designed to keep you on the forefront—whether you’re new to AI or have joined us for a previous AI in Action series. This set of fully virtual sessions is packed with fresh insights and can be watched via the playlist below. At Northeastern, we believe in harnessing the power of AI to drive innovation, accelerate research, and open new possibilities for academic and career success.

These three interactive, skill-building workshops showcase Northeastern’s expertise in AI while providing students, alumni, faculty, staff, and prospective students with the critical skills they need—quickly and effectively—to excel in an evolving technology landscape. Please note that past AI in Action events are no longer accessible as badge-earning learning experiences, though you may watch the Spring 2025 videos below. We look forward to bringing you new AI in Action workshops in the future! This series of AI in Action workshops was designed to keep you on the forefront—whether you’re new to AI or have joined us for a previous AI in Action series. This set of fully virtual sessions is packed with fresh insights and can be watched via the playlist below. The Graduate School of Education at Northeastern University invites you to an engaging discussion on how Generative AI is transforming learning across the spectrum—from pK-12 education to higher education and the workplace.

Panelists will explore the latest developments, challenges, and opportunities in AI-driven learning. Whether you’re actively engaged with Generative AI or just exploring its possibilities, this event is a great opportunity to learn, connect, and engage with fellow alumni, current students, and faculty. Burnes Center Senior Fellow David Fields is a speaker. 🔹 Welcome & Panel Discussion (3:00–3:50 PM) – Panelists will share insights on Generative AI’s role in shaping education at all levels. 🔹 Facilitated Networking Conversations (4:00–4:45 PM) – Connect with students, faculty, industry professionals, and fellow alumni in small-group discussions focused on AI’s impact. How will you lead in a rapidly-changing world?

AI in Action is a five-day experience designed to fuel your curiosity, enhance your technical skills, and broaden your horizons in the rapidly evolving world of Artificial Intelligence. This experience brings together the Northeastern community for a series of engaging virtual and in-person sessions to explore applications of AI across a wide range of fields and disciplines. All students in the Northeastern network are invited to participate and earn a digital badge to demonstrate AI literacy. Learn the language of the future and understand the power behind intelligent machines. Earn your badge to demonstrate your AI knowledge. Discover how to harness AI to land your dream job and supercharge your professional journey.

Explore the myriad ways AI is solving real-world problems and fueling impact. A group of 28 graduate students from Northeastern’s Seattle campus visited the university’s Silicon Valley campus and vice versa for AI Immersion week held during spring break. Students attended workshops, industry panels, and a hackathon. Surya Shivam, MS’26, information systems, led a team that designed an AI-integrated invoice fraud detection system. This article originally appeared on Northeastern Global News. It was published by Kate Rix.

Main photo: Master’s students from Northeastern’s Silicon Valley campus visited the Seattle campus for a week of immersion in AI, including a stop at Microsoft’s Xbox room. Courtesy Photo Surya Shivam learned two big lessons over spring break: document your journey and don’t hesitate to reach out for help—takeaways that had nothing to do with traveling to a beach for a relaxing vacation. Shivam was one of 28 Northeastern University graduate students who spent spring break digging deep into all aspects of AI— from its impact on business to prompt engineering and building their own AI-powered agents. Students on the Seattle campus traveled to the Silicon Valley campus and vice versa to attend industry panels and participate in a hackathon.

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