AI SCHOLARS PROGRAM
AI SCHOLARS PROGRAM EXPECTATIONS
The AI Scholars program activities are supported by the STARS Computing Corps, an national alliance of colleges and universities with a shared commitment to broadening participation of historically excluded groups in computing. STARS AI Scholars who complete the program requirements will be eligible for a stipend of up to $1000 and to apply for a travel scholarship to attend a conference once their leadership/outreach project has been completed. In this program, STARS AI Scholars will:
- learn about foundational AI concepts
- interact with national leaders in AI research
- participate in K12 outreach training
- get access to resources to conduct K12 outreach
- conduct a K12 outreach project focused on AI
- be eligible to receive travel support to attend a conference to present the results of their AI K12 outreach project
- receive a stipend
AI SCHOLARS PROGRAM EXPECTATIONS
To complete the program & receive a $1000 stipend, AI Scholars will:
- Attend AI Scholars Webinars
6 of 8 webinars during the 2024-2025 program, topics include:- Foundational concepts of AI
- Emerging AI research (featuring INVITE researchers)
- Best practices for broadening participation of historically excluded groups in computing and AI
- Instruction on how to lead AI-focused K12 outreach to broaden participation in computing
- Plan K12 Outreach Project
- STARS helps you to find resources & understand best practices
- Submit proposal for project
- Conduct K12 Outreach Project
- STARS helps you to plug in to opportunities to conduct outreach activity
- Submit K12 Outreach Project Data Sheet & Reflection
- STARS provides data tools & templates
APPLY TO JOIN AI SCHOLARS PROGRAM
In the previous year, 24 students participated in the AI Scholars program. They engaged in a variety of experiences and efforts to lead AI-focused K12 outreach projects to broaden participation in AI.
Applications for the 2024-2025 STARS AI Scholars Program are now open! Besides university students, K-12 teachers and faculty are also welcome to apply to work with our student scholars on K-12 AI outreach! The application deadline is October 18. Apply using the following link: https://form.jotform.com/242624781532154
We look forward to seeing the new cohort’s contributions.