Nittany AI Challenge offers $100,000 in funding to innovators Penn State University

Penn State students, faculty and staff are invited to compete for $100,000 in funding during the Nittany AI Challenge. The challenge, sponsored by the Penn State EdTech Network, will give participating teams the opportunity to explore artificial intelligence in higher education to improve the student experience at Penn State, solve real-world problems at the University, and generate startup ideas. Brad Zdenek, innovation strategist for the Penn State EdTech Network, said the Nittany AI Challenge gives participants a chance to drive digital innovation and transform education at Penn State. "For faculty and staff, this means addressing everyday challenges -- while trying to provide the best possible experience for our students," Zdenek said. "For both graduate and undergraduate students, the challenge provides opportunities to apply knowledge in practical ways -- while receiving mentorship from individuals in leading edtech and AI companies. The ultimate goals are to test ways to improve the student experience at Penn State, instigate new research, spawn new business ideas, and open doors to jobs and internships for students."