Mark Cuban Foundation and Elizabethtown Gas Bring AI Bootcamp to Union Teens
16 Julio 2024 - 4:30AM
The Mark Cuban Foundation, in partnership with Elizabethtown Gas,
is offering the only artificial intelligence (AI) camp of its kind,
free of charge, to high school students in Union. With a custom and
highly-relevant curriculum focused on teaching students about the
latest developments in the world of AI and Generative AI, the camp
will provide the tools to make these technologies work for them and
promises to educate, inspire and fuel the next generation of AI
professionals.
These AI bootcamps are introductory and accessible to students
in grades 9-12 with an interest in technology. Students do not need
any familiarity with computer science or programming to attend.
Over the course of three half-days, students will learn what AI is
and isn't, where they already interact with AI in their own lives,
the ethical implications of AI systems, and much more. Students
also learn how to utilize ChatGPT via tailored inputs and use
Microsoft's cloud computing tools to build their own AI
applications.
“As AI continues to become an undeniable force in all of our
lives, it’s crucial that we open the door to this knowledge,
especially to young people who want to explore it,” said Mark
Cuban, founder. “While technology expands and becomes more
advanced, it becomes more critical that we ensure our students are
prepared when they apply for schools or jobs in the future. Thanks
to our work with Elizabethtown Gas, the bootcamp will offer an
avenue to explore this fascinating field of technology to any
student, no matter their means.”
This year’s bootcamp, taking place at the Elizabethtown Gas
Union office, on November 2, 9, and 16, is hosted and staffed by
Elizabethtown Gas. Elizabethtown Gas is a subsidiary of SJI and
delivers safe, reliable, affordable natural gas to more than
300,000 residential, commercial and industrial customers in parts
of Union, Middlesex, Sussex, Warren, Hunterdon, Morris and Mercer
counties.
Elizabethtown Gas is one of 25+ companies to host camps across
the U.S.
“We’re excited to work with the Mark Cuban Foundation to provide
this STEM-related program to our students,” said Barbara Romano,
vice president, IT and chief information officer, SJI. “This
program is another example of our commitment to developing future
leaders in the communities we serve.”
Applications for the bootcamp are now open at:
markcubanai.org.
Watch Mark Cuban’s message about Mark Cuban Foundation’s AI
bootcamps and access the full media kit here.
To learn more, visit markcubanai.org.
Media contact: Bishop.wash@markcubanai.org
This bootcamp is facilitated with support from Mark Cuban
Foundation AI BootcampProgram's media partner, Notified, a globally
trusted technology partner for investor relations, public relations
and marketing professionals.
About Mark Cuban Foundation’s AI Bootcamp
InitiativeThe Mark Cuban Foundation is a 501(c)(3) private
non-profit led by entrepreneur and investor Mark Cuban. The AI
Bootcamps Program at MCF seeks to inspire young people with
emerging technology so that they can create more equitable futures
for themselves and their communities. Over 3 consecutive Saturdays
underserved 9th -12th grade students learn what AI is and isn't,
where they already interact with AI in their own lives, the ethical
implications of AI systems, and much more. Learn more about the
no-cost AI Bootcamp program at markcubanai.org.
About Elizabethtown GasElizabethtown Gas, a
subsidiary of South Jersey Industries (SJI), delivers safe,
reliable, and affordable natural gas and promotes energy efficiency
to over 300,000 residential, commercial and industrial customers in
parts of Union, Middlesex, Sussex, Warren, Hunterdon, Morris and
Mercer counties. For nine years in a row, Elizabethtown Gas has
ranked highest in customer satisfaction for residential gas service
among east midsize utilities by J.D. Power and Associates. For more
information, visit elizabethtowngas.com.