Imagine a New Civilization

Félix V. Matos Rodríguez, Ph.D.
Chancellor, The City University of New York

As Chancellor of The City University of New York (CUNY), I am excited to introduce the Center for Applied Artificial Intelligence (AI)—a transformative initiative dedicated to advancing responsible AI development, fostering innovation, and empowering diverse communities through education and workforce development.

Artificial Intelligence holds immense potential to revolutionize industries and address societal challenges. The Center will focus on preparing skilled talent, advancing ethical AI practices, and creating real-world solutions in sectors like healthcare, urban planning, and public administration. Located in New York City, the Center is uniquely positioned to leverage the city’s resources and global influence to ensure AI serves the public good.

We invite forward-thinking organizations and individuals to join us in this mission. Your partnership—whether through financial support, research collaboration, or shared projects—can help shape the future of AI while ensuring its benefits are accessible to all. For more information, please contact 212-997-4900 or chancellor@cuny.edu. Together, let’s create a future where AI drives equity, progress, and innovation.

Vincent Boudreau, Ph.D.
President, The City College of New York

As President of The City College of New York (CCNY), I am proud to introduce the Center for Artificial Intelligence at CCNY, an initiative dedicated to advancing responsible AI development, fostering innovation, and empowering diverse communities. AI’s transformative potential comes with challenges that require thoughtful leadership, and this Center is designed to address them by preparing a skilled workforce, advancing ethical research, and creating scalable solutions for sectors like healthcare and urban planning.

We invite forward-thinking partners to join us in shaping the future of AI. Your support—through collaboration, investment, or shared projects—will help ensure its benefits reach the communities and industries that need it most. To learn more, contact 212-650-7285 or president@ccny.cuny.edu. Together, we can drive progress and innovation responsibly and equitably.

CUNY, located in the heart of New York City—the global capital of finance, culture, and innovation—is the perfect hub to lead a new age of civilization powered by AI. As the world embraces the transformative potential of artificial intelligence, including the advent of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), CUNY and NYC are uniquely positioned to shape this evolution.

AI promises to revolutionize work by automating tasks and fostering human-machine collaboration, leading to unprecedented productivity. It will accelerate scientific discovery, unlocking solutions to global challenges such as curing diseases and combating climate change. Economies and societies will be reshaped as AI redefines wealth, purpose, and social structures, creating a fairer, more inclusive world. CUNY, as the largest urban university, can play a central role in this transformation. By personalizing education for over 243,000 degree students and supporting workforce development, CUNY can equip the next generation to thrive in an AI-powered economy. With $187 million in research funding, the university can explore the ethical, economic, and societal impacts of AI, fostering responsible and innovative applications.

In collaboration with NYC, a global leader in finance, healthcare, and media, CUNY can drive AI integration into critical sectors, from precision medicine to ethical AI governance. Together, CUNY and NYC can set a global example, ushering in an era of prosperity, unity, and exploration that redefines human civilization for generations to
come.

Juan Carlos Mercado, Ph.D.
Dean, Division of Interdisciplinary Studies at
The Center for Worker Education (CCNY CWE)

The City College of New York (CCNY) proudly introduces the Center for Artificial Intelligence (AI), a transformative initiative led by Dr. Juan Carlos Mercado, Dean of the Division of Interdisciplinary Studies. This groundbreaking center is dedicated to redefining the role of AI in education, innovation, and societal progress. By blending advanced technology with real-world application, the Center aims to empower individuals and communities, foster ethical AI practices, and drive meaningful innovation. Through accessible, cutting-edge AI education, the Center seeks to break down barriers and provide learners from diverse backgrounds with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in an AI-driven world. Ethical AI is at the heart of its mission, with interdisciplinary research addressing pressing issues like
bias, inclusivity, and privacy to ensure AI development benefits society as a whole. Additionally, the Center focuses on workforce development, creating AI-powered solutions tailored to critical industries such as healthcare, finance, and urban planning, equipping professionals with tools to tackle real-world challenges. Through strategic public-private collaborations, the Center will serve as a hub of innovation, turning research into actionable solutions that enhance lives and drive ‘progress.

Division of interdisciplinary studies, at CCNY invites visionary organizations and leaders to join this initiative and help shape a future where technology uplifts humanity. As a partner, you will gain early access to groundbreaking research, opportunities to collaborate with academic and industry experts, and recognition as a leader in ethical and inclusive AI development. Together, we can build a smarter, more equitable world, ensuring the transformative power of AI serves all. For more information or to explore partnership opportunities, please contact us at 212-925-0963. Let’s shape the future of AI, one innovation at a time.

Division of Interdisciplinary Studies at The Center for Worker Education (CCNY CWE)
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