Thomas College awarded $3 million grant to build artificial intelligence integration across curriculum

bangordailynews.com Oct 7, 2026

Thomas College awarded $3 million grant to build artificial intelligence integration across curriculum

Curated by Shubham · TechCapsules · Oct 7, 2026

AI-summarised brief · reviewed before publication

Thomas College in Waterville received a $3 million Title III Strengthening Institutions Grant to embed artificial intelligence across all academic programs. The multi‑year initiative will hire full‑time staff, including an AI specialist in residence, to train faculty, integrate AI into curricula, expand applied learning, and establish a dedicated design space for fabrication, robotics, and data acquisition. The grant aims to ensure every graduate gains practical, critical, and ethical AI literacy, enabling the college to launch new majors and support local businesses with AI‑savvy talent.

💡 Why It Matters

· By equipping students with hands‑on AI skills, the grant directly strengthens Central Maine’s workforce, positioning the region to compete in a technology‑driven economy.

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