As noted in the Tech Forward 2.0 article published in Tech Today Sept. 22, 2025, each Tech Forward 2.0 theme/initiative and thread/pillar convener group is holding a campus conversation to share their ideas, seek feedback and gauge interest. The conveners for the thread/pillar Tech Forward 2.0 Discussion — The Digital World will hold a campus conversation Friday, Oct. 3, 2025, from 10-11 a.m. in the MUB Alumni Lounge.

As technology, data and artificial intelligence become more prolific in society, Michigan Tech aims to continue our strong presence in tomorrow's evolving digital landscape. Conveners for the Tech Forward 2.0 thread/pillar The Digital World have drafted a strategic plan to build upon Michigan Tech's data and AI capacity in research, education and administration. The Tech Forward 2.0 Digital World Discussion is a campuswide meeting to solicit feedback on the strategic plan.

Strategic initiatives that will be discussed include:

An AI Makerspace

AI-Enabled Pre- and Post-Award Support

A Regional Database Index

Computing Industry Partnerships through Tech Alumni

An AI Startup Incubator

If this is an area that interests you and you would like a calendar invite sent, please complete our RSVP form. We look forward to your participation.