The University of Akron announced the launch of the Institute for Computing, Data and Information Sciences, a new academic initiative designed to prepare students for high-demand careers in computing, data science, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and information systems.

With input from local employers, Cleveland State University now offers 11 new integrated degrees to prepare students to meet the region's evolving workforce needs.

Recently announced, The Ohio State University joins a first-of-its-kind consortium of 15 leading research institutions that will work with OpenAI pioneering the use of artificial intelligence to accelerate research breakthroughs and transform education. The consortium launches with $50 million in funding from OpenAI for research grants, compute funding and application programming interface access to support students, educators and researchers who wish to advance the “frontiers of knowledge.”