AI for future-ready talent

William M. Tatham Centre - 2218
Tuesday, Mar 4, 2025 at 1:00 PM  - 3:00 PM EST 
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Event Details

Join us to celebrate how the University of Waterloo, in collaboration with Microsoft, is leveraging AI to enhance the student experience in co-op and work-integrated learning (WIL). We’ll introduce JADA (Job Aggregator and Digital Assistant) our new AI prototype that aims to: 

  • provide more customized WIL resources for students
  • showcase co-op opportunities
Hear from a panel about how Waterloo is leading innovation in WIL, through AI tools like JADA, to improve student experiences as they navigate gaining work experience while pursuing academic studies. 

As Canada's most innovative university and a global leader in co-op, the University of Waterloo is at the forefront of new WIL advancements using AI. This partnership with Microsoft exemplifies our dedication to breaking new ground with technologies designed to enhance the student experience. 

RSVP today to be part of this exciting event!

 

Schedule

12:45 p.m.

Check-in

1:00 p.m.

Opening remarks

1:30 p.m.

Industry panel discussion: AI for future-ready talent

2:15 p.m.

Networking and light refreshments

3 p.m.

Event ends

  

Speakers

Norah McRae
University of Waterloo
Associate Provost, Co-operative and Experiential Education
Suman Armitage
University of Waterloo​
Director, Brand, Strategic Partnerships and Initiatives​, Co-operative and Experiential Education
Marc Seaman
Vice-President, Education Segment
Microsoft Canada
Greg Smith
University of Waterloo
Chief Information Officer, Information Systems and Technology
Elka Walsh
Microsoft Canada
Associate Vice President, Learning and Technology
Aaron Wilson
EcoCanada
Vice President, Marketing and Sales
Mina Riad
Government of Canada
Buisness and Technology, Job Bank

Location

William M. Tatham Centre - 2218
200 University Avenue West Waterloo, ON N2L 3G1 CA

Tickets

Type
Price
Innovation in action
Free

Organizer Details

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University of Waterloo

In the heart of Waterloo Region, at the forefront of innovation, the University of Waterloo is home to world-changing research and inspired teaching. At the hub of a growing network of global partnerships, Waterloo will shape the future by building bridges with industry and between disciplines, institutions and communities.