NVIDIA Faculty Ambassador Program – Mississippi
Mississippi educators can join the NVIDIA Faculty Ambassador Program through the
Mississippi Artificial Intelligence Network (MAIN).
This initiative supports Mississippi’s statewide AI partnership with NVIDIA to expand AI education, workforce readiness, and innovation.
Faculty across Mississippi are encouraged to apply to bring cutting-edge AI training to classrooms and communities.
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If you’re interested in the NVIDIA Faculty Ambassador Program—or want updates on live info sessions and training events—please complete the short interest form below.
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Important Dates
Application Deadline: Apply by the 19th of any month to join the next month’s cohort (e.g., apply by January 19 to be considered for the February cohort).
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Why Join?
- Access NVIDIA’s leading AI technologies and teaching materials
- Free certification and professional development
- Collaborate with global NVIDIA experts and educators
- Advance MAIN’s mission to grow Mississippi’s AI-ready workforce
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How many hours are required to complete the NVIDIA DLI instructor certification?
The NVIDIA Deep Learning Institute (DLI) instructor certification typically takes 5–10 hours to complete over a 4-week period, depending on experience and technical background.
How do I maintain “active” NVIDIA DLI certified instructor status?
To remain in good standing as a certified DLI Ambassador, instructors must:
- Teach at least two (2) DLI workshops per year, reaching at least 40 students
- Maintain positive student feedback and evaluation scores
- Stay certified on the latest version of each course taught
- Complete the most recent DLI Platform Training modules
- Renew certification and membership annually
What are the benefits of becoming an NVIDIA DLI Ambassador?
- Deliver free, high-impact AI and data science training (valued at $500/student)
- Early access to new teaching kits and free online DLI courses for students
- Instructor certification at no cost (a $1,000 value)
- Workshop-specific certificates validating AI teaching expertise
- Optional inclusion in the NVIDIA Certified Instructor Directory
- View the full list of ambassador benefits here
Is there a limit to how many faculty can become DLI Ambassadors at one institution?
No. Multiple qualified faculty members from the same institution are encouraged to apply and participate.
Does applying to the NVIDIA DLI Ambassador Program guarantee selection?
No. Selection is not guaranteed, but applicants are welcome to reapply in future cycles.
Can students be charged to attend DLI-certified workshops?
No. NVIDIA DLI workshops must be offered to students at no cost.
What are the faculty prerequisites to apply?
View the official requirements here: NVIDIA DLI Workshop Requirements
If I apply by the August 20 deadline, can I get certified before October?
No. The certification process cannot be expedited. Plan to host a workshop only after your certification is fully approved and complete.
Who typically attends these AI and data science workshops?
Certified faculty generally lead NVIDIA DLI workshops for students at their institutions. The Mississippi Artificial Intelligence Network (MAIN) also partners with community and workforce organizations to expand access statewide.
Contact
Dr. Kollin Napier
Director, Mississippi Artificial Intelligence Network (MAIN)
kollin.napier@mgccc.edu
https://mainms.org