MIDDLETOWN, Pa. - As Penn State continues to elevate artificial intelligence as a University-wide priority, Penn State Harrisburg is emerging as a regional hub for applied and ethical AI education, research and innovation.
Guided by a comprehensive strategy and guidance from the college's AI Coordinating Council, the college is aligning with the University's goals to expand AI literacy, integrate AI across curricula, advance interdisciplinary research, and foster a culture of innovation.
"Artificial intelligence is reshaping every sector of society," said Penn State Harrisburg Chancellor David Callejo Pérez. "As an early adopter of artificial intelligence, we recognize the growing influence it will have on how students learn, study and interact with the world, and we are pleased to help lead this work in our region by advancing ethical, human-centered innovation across academics, research, operations and partnerships."
A coordinated, college-wide approach
Penn State Harrisburg's AI efforts are driven by a cohesive, college-wide strategy that spans academics, operations, and community engagement, according to Callejo Pérez.
The Artificial Intelligence Enhanced Curricular Innovation is a seed funding initiative that supports both direct instruction in AI and the thoughtful integration of AI tools into courses and co-curricular experiences. Complementing this work, the AI-Enabled Operational Efficiency and Improvement initiative invites faculty and staff to apply AI to streamline workflows, improve services, and strengthen institutional effectiveness through seed funding.
Together, these efforts reflect a broader commitment to preparing students, faculty and staff to engage with AI in ways that are responsible, equitable and impactful, Callejo Pérez said.
