AI @ SJSU Academic Affairs Update | March 13, 2026 |
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The AI @ SJSU Academic Affairs Update shares highlights of SJSU’s AI-related activities across campus to support knowledge sharing, planning, and collaboration among campus leaders.
Please complete this form to contribute AI-related news, events, or other updates for inclusion in future issues of AI @ SJSU Academic Affairs Update. Send your feedback to Sandy Hirsh, Special Assistant to the Provost for AI Initiatives: sandy.hirsh@sjsu.edu.
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AI Center for Civic and Social Good Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting - On March 3, 2026, the AI Center held a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony (read this news story about the opening); the event also featured faculty/student and community demos of AI being used for social good. Beginning April 6, the AI Center will host drop-in consult hours for introductory AI literacy and tech support for the SJSU and SJ communities; the AI Center will also be available for reservations related to AI or Digital Literacy events, workshops, programs, etc. There are 30 laptops available (specifically designed for AI-intensive workloads and 3D rendering) in the space for individual users during drop-in hours or for use by a class or workshop. Contact: Christina Mune
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Release of the 2026 Silicon Valley Index - On February 27, SJSU hosted the Joint Venture Silicon Valley State of the Valley report, which shared data about the economic, workforce, and social conditions in our region. While not directly tied to AI, the data can be used to understand key challenges and opportunities, which can inform research directions and curricular opportunities. The updated index provides more than 150 indicators charting Silicon Valley’s people, economy, society, place, and governance. 2026 Index; Interactive Website; Press Release
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AI+Cybersecurity Faculty Development Summer Institute in Washington DC | Schedule, Eligibility, & Application Process | Applications due March 14th. The George Washington University and the University of Hawai'i at Mānoa are jointly hosting an NSF-funded six-week-long AI+Cybersecurity Faculty Development Summer Institute in Washington DC. This program is designed to help educators integrate AI concepts into their existing cybersecurity curricula. Faculty teaching cybersecurity courses who wish to modernize their coursework with AI/ML components.
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- Turnitin Clarity: Information and Sign Up for Pilot | Turnitin Clarity Pilot Interest Form - Sign up by March 22nd 11:59pm.
Turnitin Clarity provides visibility into the student writing process and can provide insights to assess originality, guide responsible AI usage and promote ethical academic practices in courses. If you were unable to attend the March 4th information session or would like to revisit the material, session slides and resources are available:
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If you are interested in piloting Clarity, scheduling a consultation, or continuing the discussion, please fill out the Spring 26 SJSU Turnitin Clarity Pilot Interest Form by March 22 11:59 PM.
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Combating Imposter Syndrome in the Age of AI - Contact: Amy Russo, Writing Center This blog post, Imposter Syndrome in the Age of AI, Part 2, tackles the AI-induced imposter syndrome many writers are facing today. We break down actionable advice for writer of all levels on avoiding the "copy-paste" trap, verifying AI outputs, and understanding why their unique perspective remains their most valuable asset. Read blog post
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March 13 12:00-1:00 pm | Health TechQuity Journal Club | Contacts: Joe Grzywacz. Engage with cutting-edge research at the intersection of AI and healthcare. This session will feature Dr. Sayma Akther, Assistant Professor of Computer Science at SJSU, who will lead the discussion of her paper titled "Visualization-driven AI Ensuring Quality in Wearable Time-Series Sensor Data for Healthcare." Dr. Akther is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at San José State University. Her research focuses on AI, machine learning, and wearable sensor technology for healthcare applications. Participation is open to all SJSU faculty and students, but registration is required. Register
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March 16 | NVIDIA GTC @ SJSU | Contacts: Sandy Hirsh, Sela Gaglia
- 9am-2pm | NVIDIA GTC Student Experience @ SJSU | Student registration is live! Faculty are encouraged to promote student participation and consider linking attendance to course assignments or extra credit.
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3-7pm | NVIDIA Student Hackathon: Agents for Impact | While registration is now closed, students are encouraged to add their names to the wait list in case spots open up.
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March 23 - 5-7pm | Women in AI Panel and Networking | Location: King Library 225 | Contact: Sandy Hirsh. This event, jointly hosted by SJSU and the City of San Jose as a Center for Civic and Social Good program, will feature a panel discussion with Amanda Renteria (CEO, Code for America); Sheryl Ehrman (SJSU, Dean, Charles W. Davidson College of Engineering); and Lili Gangas (Kapor Center, Chief Technology Community Officer). Sandy Hirsh (SJSU, Special Assistant to the Provost for AI Initiatives) will moderate the panel. The panel will be followed by tabletop discussions and an opportunity to network. Register to attend.
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March 24 - 12-2pm | AI Detectors, Academic Integrity, and Trust: A Conversation and Collaborative Exploration | Location: MLK 225 (HyFlex) | Contact: Lara Kassab. As AI tools become embedded in everyday academic work, faculty face growing questions about AI detection, reliability, equity, and trust. This interactive convening features a brief overview of how AI detectors work, a faculty panel on classroom practices, and collaborative time to draft syllabus language, assessment strategies, student-centered AI practices and more. Join colleagues for informed dialogue and practical takeaways you can use right away. Registration Link
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Questions? Contact Sandy Hirsh at sandy.hirsh@sjsu.edu.
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Sandy Hirsh
Special Assistant to the Provost for AI Initiatives
San José State University
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