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Associated Press
a day ago
- Business
- Associated Press
Mississippi partners with tech giant Nvidia for AI education program
The state of Mississippi and technology giant Nvidia have reached a deal for the company to expand artificial intelligence training and research at the state's education institutions, an initiative to prepare students for a global economy increasingly driven by AI, Gov. Tate Reeves announced Wednesday. The memorandum of understanding, a nonbinding agreement, between Mississippi and the California-based company will introduce AI programs across the state's community colleges, universities and technical institutions. The initiative will aim to train at least 10,000 Mississippians using a curriculum designed around AI skills, machine learning and data science. Mississippi now joins Utah, California and Oregon, which have signed on to similar programs with Nvidia. 'This collaboration with Nvidia is monumental for Mississippi. By expanding AI education, investing in workforce development and encouraging innovation, we, along with Nvidia, are creating a pathway to dynamic careers in AI and cybersecurity for Mississippians,' Reeves said. 'These are the in-demand jobs of the future — jobs that will change the landscape of our economy for generations to come. AI is here now, and it is here to stay.' The agreement does not award any tax incentives to Nvidia, but Reeves said the state would provide funding for the initiative. Still, he did not foresee having to call a special legislative session in order to pay for it. Reeves said officials and Nvidia were still determining the exact dollar figure the project would require, but the state would spend as much as it took to reach its goal of training at least 10,000 Mississippians. Some of the funding may come from $9.1 million in grants to state institutions of higher learning through the Mississippi AI Talent Accelerator Program, which Reeves announced last week. Nvidia designs and supplies graphics processing units (GPUs), and the Mississippi program will focus on teaching people to work with GPUs. The company has seen growing demand for its semiconductors, which are used to power AI applications. Now the world's most valuable chipmaker, Nvidia announced in April that it will produce its AI supercomputers in the United States for the first time. Louis Stewart, head of strategic initiatives for Nvidia's global developer ecosystem, said the Mississippi program is part of a larger effort to bolster the United States' position as the global leader in artificial intelligence. 'Together, we will enhance economic growth through an AI-skilled workforce, advanced research, and industry engagement, positioning Mississippi as a hub for AI-driven transformation to the benefit of its communities.' ___ This story was originally published by Mississippi Today and distributed through a partnership with The Associated Press.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Three Mississippi-based HBCUs look to expand AI Education
The post Three Mississippi-based HBCUs look to expand AI Education appeared first on ClutchPoints. A $9.1 million higher education grant awarded to the state of Mississippi will help three HBCUs to increase entrepreneurship, job training, and artificial intelligence (AI) education. Jackson State University, Tougaloo College, and Alcorn State University will benefit from the multi-million-dollar grant. Governor Tate Reeves announced the funds through the Mississippi AI Talent Accelerator Program (MAI-TAP) on June 12, 2025, with the goal of bolstering the state's workforce and economic future, according to WJTV 12 News. To increase its influence, each institution will look for private financing and resources in addition to public assistance. 'This is another bold step forward for Mississippi,' Reeves said. 'We're not just preparing for the future—we're building it. This investment will help to ensure that Mississippians are equipped with the skills needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital economy.' The Executive On Roster (XOR) program, which will spearhead a statewide effort to introduce students, educators, and entrepreneurs to emerging technology through experiential learning, was granted $1.3 million to Jackson State University, administered by AccelerateMS. Consulting teams of Jackson State students will also strive to provide small firms AI-powered assistance. 'We are grateful for this investment in Jackson State University's mission to expand access to emerging fields,' JSU Interim President Denise Gregory, Ph.D., said in a news release. 'This grant affirms the quality of our faculty and programs and allows us to give students the knowledge and experience to navigate and contribute to the world they are entering. It's another step forward in our work to serve students and communities through innovation and opportunity.' According to WJTV, Tougaloo College received $1.08 million to create a fund to provide students in all disciplines with access to AI-related ideas and employ new faculty members in the fields of AI and machine learning. $1.15 million was awarded to Alcorn State University to train people in southwestern Mississippi in digital literacy and artificial intelligence and to use its School of Nursing to implement telehealth tools to increase access to healthcare in underprivileged rural areas. The University of Southern Mississippi, Mississippi State University, and Mississippi College were among the other state universities that received awards. The funding comes in the wake of an executive order signed by President Donald Trump on April 23 that 'established' a White House Initiative to support HBCUs' excellence and innovation.' Expanding access to federal and state grants, supporting institutional and workforce development in sectors like technology, health care, manufacturing, and finance, and establishing an annual White House HBCU Summit to establish partnerships and set goals are all part of the initiative's mission to improve educational quality through private-sector partnerships. 'HBCUs are essential to fostering opportunity, economic mobility, and national competitiveness, serving as engines of success for American students,' a White House press release stated. 'HBCUs have made extraordinary contributions to the general welfare and prosperity of the United States while producing many leaders in business, government, academia, and the military. Nearly 300,000 individuals annually pursue their dreams at HBCUs throughout the United States. These institutions generate $16.5 billion in annual economic impact and support over 136,000 jobs, strengthening communities and the nation.' Related: 'Love Island' winner nabs role in HBCU series on Keke Palmer network Related: Marva Johnson officially named 13th president of Florida AM
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
How common are pardons in Mississippi?
JACKSON, Miss (WJTV) – As a Mississippi death row inmate awaits his fate amid his upcoming execution next week, some wonder how often pardons and sentence commutations occur in the state. Mississippi's oldest and longest-serving death row inmate, Richard Jordan, is set to be executed on Wednesday, June 25. Jordan has been on death row for 48 years. According to Mississippi's Constitution, the governor exclusively holds the pardon power. However, the governor and the legislature hold the clemency power. The governor's power is broad; in contrast, the legislature may only commute a defendant's sentence due to good behavior. Mississippi Supreme Court denies rehearing for death row inmate Mississippi Department of Corrections (MDOC) data reveals that 21,360 inmates are in state custody. That is a more than 1.5% decrease compared to six months ago. Numerous governors in the last 50 years issued pardons or commutations of sentences. However, such measures have stopped in the last two gubernatorial administrations. Recent hesitation to issue either likely stemmed from former Gov. Haley Barbour (R-Miss.). He pardoned or commuted the sentences of more than 200 people before he left office in January 2012. This included 10 blanket pardons for people convicted of murder. His successor, Gov. Phil Bryant (R-Miss.), did not issue any pardons during his two terms as governor. Since becoming governor in 2020, Gov. Tate Reeves (R-Miss.) has not issued any pardons or sentence commutations. The state's last execution was in December 2022. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Miami Herald
7 days ago
- Automotive
- Miami Herald
Jackson State receives huge grant for AI program
Jackson State University (JSU) has secured a $1.3 million state grant. The funding will support artificial intelligence (AI) education, workforce training, and entrepreneurship programs. The announcement was made by Governor Tate Reeves. The grant is part of a $9.1 million investment through MAI-TAP-the Mississippi Artificial Intelligence Technology Advancement Program. Boosting Innovation Across Mississippi The MAI-TAP grants aim to grow the state's future workforce. They also support innovation and economic development across Mississippi. "We are grateful for this investment in our mission," said Dr. Denise Jones Gregory, JSU interim president. "This funding supports our faculty, our students, and our efforts to lead in emerging fields." She added, "It gives our students the tools and experience to succeed. It also helps us serve our communities through innovation." Nissan Supports STEM at HBCUs like Jackson State The grant aligns with Nissan's Mississippi HBCU STEM Initiative. Founded in 2014, the program encourages innovation in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. "Nissan is proud to invest in Mississippi's HBCUs," said Victor Taylor, VP of Manufacturing at the Nissan Canton Vehicle Assembly Plant. "As an Alcorn State graduate, this means a lot to me." Taylor noted that Nissan's Canton plant employs many HBCU graduates. "This investment helps prepare students for careers in industries like automotive," he said. Programs Across the State Other funded programs include: A STEM camp at Coahoma Community CollegeRobotics and lab resources at Jackson State UniversityAn innovation and internship program at Mississippi Valley State University Since 2014, Nissan has invested $2.75 million in STEM programs at Mississippi HBCUs. The post Jackson State receives huge grant for AI program appeared first on HBCU Gameday. Copyright HBCU Gameday 2012-2025
Yahoo
09-06-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
As the West bakes, severe weather continues from Mississippi to western New York
More than 50 million people from Mississippi to western New York are under a slight risk Monday of receiving damaging wind, large-sized hail, flash flooding and a few tornadoes. Storms were already rolling through east Texas and Louisiana early Monday morning, prompting a severe thunderstorm watch. Storms are forecast to continue to move through the South, with the severe weather extending through Monday afternoon. A cold front spanning the East from western New York to the Gulf Coast is expected to produce strong to sever storms Monday afternoon and into the evening. A flood watch is also in place for parts of central and western New York, including the cities of Syracuse and Rochester, where 1 to 3 inches of rain could fall in a short span of time through Monday evening and could lead to flooding of rivers, streams, and other low-lying areas. Overnight, there were more than 240 damaging storm reports from Texas to Virginia, including reports of large-sized hail, destructive wind and a few tornadoes. Hail the size of grapefruit was reported on Sunday near Amarillo, Texas. Thunderstorms accompanied by wind gusts up to 90 mph swept across the Texas panhandle, causing widespread power outages. A local state of disaster was declared Sunday by the mayor of the City of Canyon, Texas, a suburb of Amarillo, due to "significant storm damage" caused large-sized hail across the city. More than 200 homes in the City of Canyon were damaged by hail that also left numerous vehicles with shattered windows, ABC affiliate station KVII in Amarillo reported. Severe weather damage was also reported in the Dallas suburb of Bonham, Texas, where high winds partially ripped the roof off an ice cream store, according to ABC Dallas affiliate station WFAA. One person was killed in Lafayette County, Mississippi, on Saturday when a tree fell on a vehicle during a storm, according to Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves. Multiple tornado warnings were issued across northern Mississippi on Saturday. Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp said one person was also killed in Georgia on Saturday night. The Georgia Emergency Management said the fatality occurred in Banks County when a tree fell on a vehicle. Meanwhile, the west was dealing with extreme heat over the weekend that broke daily high-temperature records on Sunday in Seattle, which reached 90 degrees, and Portland, Oregon, which hit 96 degrees. MORE: Massive Saharan dust cloud headed for Florida: What to know about the annual event The hot weather is forecast to continue throughout the West through at least Tuesday. Record high temperatures are possible on Monday in Oregon, including the cities of Portland, Eugene and Medford. Spokane, in northeast Washington, and Boise, Idaho, could also break high temperature records on Monday. Las Vegas will be under an extreme heat warning on Monday and Tuesday with temperatures expected to reach 110. At Death Valley National Park in Southern California, known as one of the hottest places in the world, temperatures could approach 120 degrees this week.
