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

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.