AI Legislative Task Force meets at MGCCC, showcasing innovation and workforce readiness on the Gulf Coast
Mississippi AI Legislative Task Force members met at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College’s Harrison County Campus to review AI workforce readiness on the Gulf Coast. The October 15, 2025 meeting focused on how MGCCC and the Mississippi Artificial Intelligence Network (MAIN) are preparing students, educators, employers, and communities for an AI-enabled economy. The visit also […]
Professor to Share AI Teaching Insights on World Stage
AI ethics in education will be part of an international dialogue featuring University of Mississippi professor Robert Cummings. Cummings, executive director of the university’s Academic Innovations Group, is scheduled to join the Mind and Life Institute’s Minds, Artificial Intelligence and Ethics Dialogue in Dharamsala, India. The event brings together scholars, scientists, educators, and Buddhist teachers […]
MAIN and William Carey announce partnership
William Carey University has joined the Mississippi Artificial Intelligence Network (MAIN), the nation’s first statewide AI initiative. The goal is to prepare students for the opportunities and challenges of an AI-driven workplace. As a MAIN partner, William Carey University will integrate AI training into its programs, giving college students and instructors access to practical, relevant […]
MAIN and OpenAI host landmark AI workshop at JSU
AI leadership Mississippi reached another important milestone in July 2025. Jackson State University hosted its first immersive ChatGPT workshop in partnership with the Mississippi Artificial Intelligence Network (MAIN) and OpenAI Academy. Nearly 500 participants from education, workforce, and government sectors gathered for a full day focused on practical, applied artificial intelligence learning. Jackson, Mississippi Hosts […]
AI Legislative Task Force meets at MSU, tours research centers at the forefront of technology
STARKVILLE, Miss.—The Artificial Intelligence Legislative Task Force chaired by state Sen. Bart Williams of Starkville and state Rep. Jill Ford of Madison held its September meeting at Mississippi State today [Sept. 25], gaining insight on how the university supports the state’s position as a national and global technology and innovation leader. “We are a tech […]
Symposium introduces new technological opportunities in Mississippi
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) – The Magnolia State Technology Symposium took place Wednesday at the Mississippi Trade Mart. The symposium featured speakers who highlighted topics such as cybersecurity to the future of technology Dr. Kollin Napier, Director of the Mississippi Artificial Intelligence Network, shared what took place at the event. “Today, it is a great day […]
Mississippi Embraces a Tech-Driven Economy
MAIN framing: This external source article highlights the Mississippi NVIDIA AI partnership and the state’s broader work in AI education, workforce development, research, and economic growth. The Mississippi Artificial Intelligence Network (MAIN) is part of Mississippi’s coordinated statewide AI initiative for AI education, literacy, workforce training, responsible adoption, and practical implementation. Source attribution: This post […]
AI Addressing Food Insecurity: MSU Student Uses AWS to Support Food Distribution
AI addressing food insecurity is the focus of a Mississippi State University student project. The project uses artificial intelligence, Amazon Web Services tools, and nonprofit partnerships. Its goal is to improve food distribution across Mississippi. Mississippi State reported that Devin Chen, a junior cybersecurity major from Louisville, is developing the software. The tool would help […]
Everyday Tech | Artificial Intelligence in Mississippi
Artificial intelligence in Mississippi is the focus of this Everyday Tech episode featuring Dr. Kollin Napier, Director of the Mississippi Artificial Intelligence Network (MAIN). The episode discusses a practical challenge facing Mississippi communities. Some people are cautious about AI. Others are already embracing the technology. MAIN works to help bridge that gap through AI education, […]
Delta State faculty and staff join ChatGPT workshop to advance AI in education
CLEVELAND, Miss. — Faculty and staff from Delta State University recently participated in a ChatGPT workshop at Jackson State University hosted by the Mississippi Artificial Intelligence Network (MAIN) in partnership with the OpenAI Academy. The national initiative is designed to equip educators and academic leaders with cutting-edge knowledge and skills in artificial intelligence (AI). The […]