The university is part of a new Southeastern Conference Artificial Intelligence Consortium, which is focused on ensuring that students graduate with the AI and data science knowledge to compete in an increasingly high-tech workplace. Believed to be the first athletics conference collaboration to focus on artificial intelligence for workforce development, the SEC Artificial Intelligence Consortium is designed to grow opportunities in the fast‐changing fields of AI and data science, which are expected to be foundational for the future of industry, education and research. "This consortium acknowledges the rapid advances and increased applications of AI and data technology in all sectors of society, and it ensures our students are prepared to prosper in a workforce in which AI is expected to play an increasingly important role," said Jere W. Morehead, president of the Southeastern Conference and the University of Georgia. "With this effort, SEC institutions are also answering the call from local, state and federal leaders who recognize the importance of enhanced training and workforce development to retain U.S. global competitiveness." Through the SEC Artificial Intelligence Consortium, member universities will share educational resources, such as curricular materials, certificate and degree program structures, and online presentations of seminars and courses; promote faculty, staff, and student workshops and academic conferences; and seek joint partnerships with industry.