AI Event Policy
Talks, reading groups, and events across the UoJ AI lab community, are primarily held on remotely on Zoom or other virtual meeting platforms. Note that some events are open to the public, some are open only to UoJ people, and others are open to only individual groups. If you are in the UoJ AI lab and would like to add an event, you can get edit access by contacting Dr. Felix Gonda at: uojdeeplearning@gmail.com
AI Day 2025
Date: TBDThe highly anticipated AI Day 2025 is set to be a groundbreaking event, bringing together undergraduate students from all classes to explore the fascinating world of artificial intelligence. Hosted at the STEM Center, the event will span multiple days, featuring a dynamic lineup of workshops, expert presentations, and hands-on activities designed to inspire innovation and collaboration. Participants will have the opportunity to delve into cutting-edge AI topics, network with peers, and learn from industry leaders. The event will culminate in an exciting project competition, where teams will showcase their AI-driven solutions, followed by an awards ceremony and celebration to honor the brightest ideas and achievements. Stay tuned for the official announcement of the date and time, as this is an event you won’t want to miss!
Fireside Chat
Date: December 20th, 2024On December 20th, 2024, the University of Juba hosted its inaugural interactive AI Fireside Chat at the STEM Center. This engaging event brought together undergraduate students for an evening of interactive presentations showcasing cutting-edge AI projects and robotics, fostering a dynamic environment for learning and collaboration. Organized by Prof. Felix Gonda, the event celebrated the achievements of 4th-year students in their rigorous Harvard-style AI course, recognizing their outstanding class project, best student, and best teaching fellow. Furthermore, the event featured compelling presentations by graduating seniors (5th-year students) who demonstrated innovative AI solutions addressing local challenges. High school students also contributed by showcasing captivating robotics sample projects. Notably, this Fireside Chat served as the official launchpad for the AI Day 2025 project competition, inviting participation from all undergraduate classes, further solidifying the University of Juba's commitment to fostering a vibrant AI research ecosystem.
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AI Day 2024
Date: March 23rd, 2024On March 23, 2024, the University of Juba hosted an inspiring AI Day event at the main computer lab, bringing together students, faculty, and members of the academic community to celebrate the remarkable achievements of 4th-year students in their mandatory Harvard-style AI course. The event showcased innovative projects developed by the students, highlighting their creativity, technical skills, and problem-solving abilities in artificial intelligence. Five groups were recognized and awarded prizes for their outstanding projects, which ranged from AI-vision-based transportation solutions to sustainable agriculture tools, reflecting the diverse applications of AI in addressing real-world challenges. The event fostered collaboration, knowledge sharing, and a sense of pride in the academic community, underscoring the university's commitment to advancing AI education and research in South Sudan.
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