DeVry University Partners with 1871 to Accelerate AI Innovation and Entrepreneurship
26 June 2024 - 2:00AM
Business Wire
DeVry is fulfilling its mission to prepare
learners to thrive in a tech-driven workforce
DeVry University announced an impactful partnership with 1871
aimed at advancing and fostering AI innovation and
entrepreneurship. Known for being a catalyst in Chicago’s
entrepreneurial ecosystem, 1871 is a collective of trailblazing
founders, visionary leaders and resilient innovators.
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“We are thrilled to partner with 1871 to expand opportunities
for our students, corporate partners, and communities,” said
Shantanu Bose, Ph.D., DeVry University’s provost and
chief academic officer. “DeVry’s unique legacy is rooted in
innovation. Our forward-thinking founders envisioned the kind of
technology-focused, hands-on education that DeVry still stands for
today. This innovative partnership reaffirms our commitment to help
prepare the next generation of AI, technology and business
leaders.”
As part of this ongoing partnership, DeVry will also participate
in 1871’s annual AI Innovation Summit on June 27, in conjunction
with Chicago AI Week. The event will convene for a full day of
programming centered around AI innovation and critical industry
topics. It brings together 250+ startups, investors, corporate
partners and industry experts. The Summit capstones its immersive
Innovation Lab experience for startups and innovators.
"At 1871 and DeVry University, we are united by a shared vision
of driving technological advancement and nurturing entrepreneurial
talent," added Betsy Ziegler, CEO of 1871 and DeVry Board of
Trustees member. “Our partnership is a powerful synergy of DeVry's
innovative educational programs and 1871's thriving network of
startups and industry leaders. Together, we are poised to
accelerate AI innovation, create impactful opportunities for our
communities, and lead the charge in developing the future tech
workforce."
DeVry University has been leading the way in using AI learning
technologies to improve its learner and classroom experiences and
prepare students to thrive in a tech-driven workplace. Since 2018,
DeVry has used an adaptive learning platform powered by AI to
improve math course outcomes. In 2020, DeVry introduced its first
AI and machine learning (ML) course, and since then, several AI,
ML, and data analytics courses have been embedded in its degree
programs and certificates. Most recently, the university launched
an AI Lab that creates a more supportive and engaging learning
environment for its learners.
About 1871
1871, a nonprofit global innovation hub, exists to inspire,
equip, and support early-stage, growth-stage, late-stage, and
corporate innovators in building extraordinary businesses. 1871 is
home to ~500 early-stage startups, ~250 growth and late-stage
companies, and ~60 corporates, and is supported by an entire
community focused on accelerating their growth and creating jobs in
the Chicagoland area. The member experience includes virtual and
in-person access to workshops, events, mentorship, and more. The
nonprofit organization has 350 mentors available to its members,
alongside access to more than 200 partner corporations,
universities, education programs, accelerators, venture funds, and
others. Since its inception in 2012, more than 1,050+ alum
companies are still active, have created over 14,700 jobs, and have
raised more than $3.7 billion in follow-on capital.
About DeVry University
DeVry University strives to close society’s opportunity gap and
address emerging talent needs by preparing learners to thrive in
careers shaped by continuous technological change. Founded in 1931,
the university offers undergraduate and graduate programs onsite
and online in Business, Healthcare and Technology. DeVry University
is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (HLC,
www.hlcommission.org/). The university’s Keller Graduate School of
Management is included in this accreditation. To learn more, visit
devry.edu.
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