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Can AI Keep a Secret? The Implications of Human-Like AI and Data Privacy

The Daily Cardinal - University of Wisconsin-Madison
Mar 12, 2025

Highlights from Dr. Niloofar Mireshghallah’s talk on the privacy risks of generative AI models like ChatGPT. She highlighted concerns about data retention, AI’s inability to manage sensitive information, and the challenges of mimicking human reasoning.

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Vanderbilt Names Technology Visionary Matthew Johnson-Roberson as Its First Dean of the College of Connected Computing

Vanderbilt University News - Vanderbilt University, Tennessee
Mar 20, 2025

Matthew Johnson-Roberson has been appointed the inaugural dean of Vanderbilt’s College of Connected Computing. Formerly director of Carnegie Mellon’s Robotics Institute, he will lead the college’s focus on AI, data science, and computing innovation.

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Students Roll Into Midterms with Cosmic Roller Skating

Kentucky Kernal - University of Kentucky
Mar 11, 2025

To relieve midterm stress, University of Kentucky students participated in a cosmic roller-skating event at the Gatton Student Center, and appreciated the opportunity to unwind and connect with peers during the busy academic period.

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1,300 Howard Students Volunteer Nationwide For Alternative Spring Break

The Hilltop - Howard University
Mar 17, 2025

Howard students volunteered across 22 cities during their Alternative Spring Break program, participating in activities like tutoring, community cleanups, and aiding at shelters.  

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 High-School Feature

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It’s Rocket Science

The Rider Online - Legacy High School, Mansfield, Texas
Mar 13, 2025

Legacy High School’s AP Physics students engaged in a rocket launch competition over six weeks. They built rockets, creating parachutes and custom paint jobs, and were evaluated on their performance and design.

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