Rethinking AI Magazine

During the last 36 years of its illustrious history, ince its inception in 1980, AI Magazine has played an the magazine has gone through several transformations. Now the magazine is going through another transition: David Leake, the longtime editor-in-chief is moving on after 17 years of distinguished service, though fortunately he will continue to advise us as editor emeritus. I am honored and delighted to follow David. I have been a member of the Editorial Board of AI Magazine for several years, associate editor since August 2015, and editor elect since February 2016; my tenure as editor-in-chief starts with this winter 2016 issue. I thank David, Managing Editor Mike Hamilton, former AAAI President Tom Dietterich, and AAAI for recruiting me for this challenge....