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USC is betting on an AI education across all of its fields of study

Jul 29, 2026 · 12m

Summary

Marketplace Tech explores how USC is integrating AI across its campus following a $200 million gift. Director Gaurav Sukhatme discusses bridging the gap between lab research and classroom instruction, emphasizing rapid curriculum updates and industry collaboration. He also highlights the importance of ethics in AI education and argues that university degrees remain valuable for navigating new, AI-driven professions.

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