Troy University is positioning itself at the forefront of artificial intelligence (AI) education and implementation, not only for students but also for business and community leaders across Southeast Alabama.
As part of its strategic push into emerging technology, the university has launched the Center for Artificial Intelligence Research and Education within the Sorrell College of Business, taking what it describes as a “business-first approach” to artificial intelligence. According to the university, the center, based on Troy’s Montgomery Campus, is designed to help business professionals, executives, and organizations assess AI opportunities, implement machine learning tools, and navigate AI-driven transformation.
On Wednesday, Troy University hosted a group of economic development officials from 11 Southeast Alabama counties who toured the AI center to explore how artificial intelligence might be used to enhance business operations and strengthen regional competitiveness. WSFA reported, the visit was part of an ongoing effort to connect real-world economic development needs with emerging technologies.
Those in attendance expressed strong interest in how AI could be applied to make their work more effective and to improve efficiency for businesses in their communities. According to WSFA, Ted Clem, president of the Pike County Economic Development Corporation, noted that gaining a deeper understanding of AI could provide local economic leaders with a strategic edge as they look to position their counties more competitively within the state.
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Through its AI Forward Initiative, Troy University aims to prepare both students and community partners for a future increasingly shaped by AI. The initiative is part of a broader mission to promote responsible and ethical use of artificial intelligence, with the university encouraging practical application in real-world business settings.
As the center continues to expand its outreach, Troy University is not only integrating AI into its curriculum but also actively engaging with the regional workforce to bring technological transformation to Alabama’s business landscape.
Sherri Blevins is a staff writer for Yellowhammer News. You may contact her at [email protected].
