AI STUDENT COLLECTIVE
@ UC DAVIS
Creating a future of AI literacy for all
Welcome to the AI Student Collective
(AISC) @ UC Davis!
(AISC) @ UC Davis!
We're on a passionate mission to shape a future of AI literacy for all by empowering students from diverse backgrounds to thrive in the AI landscape.
Since our launch in January 2023, we've grown to serve over 1,000 students, offering exciting opportunities for involvement in technical, creative, and business roles. Join us in the AI revolution and be part of something extraordinary.
Since our launch in January 2023, we've grown to serve over 1,000 students, offering exciting opportunities for involvement in technical, creative, and business roles. Join us in the AI revolution and be part of something extraordinary.
Our 3 Pillars
ACCESSIBILITY
Promoting AI accessibility for all by breaking down the barriers to knowledge and opportunity
LITERACY
Empowering students with enriching resources and experiences to shape the future
DIVERSITY
Celebrating diversity in AI, fostering innovation through varied perspectives
What We Offer
NETWORKING EVENTS
Forge valuable connections and broaden your horizons
TECHNICAL CONSULTING
Unlock your potential with hands-on technical guidance and mentorship
CASE COMPETITIONS
Sharpen your problem-solving skills and compete at the forefront of AI innovation
DYNAMIC WORKSHOPS
Collaborate with peers and gain insights through interactive workshops
Past Highlights
WOMEN IN TECH PANEL
June 2023
A panel-style event complete with free boba, pizza, and incredible insights into making it in both the tech industry and academia as a woman
AIMPACT CASE COMPETITION
May 2023
A hackathon and pitch competition encapsulating the startup bootstrapping experience with judges and mentors from Google, C3.ai, EY, and Synopsys
AISC DAVIS LAUNCH EVENT
March 2023
A ballroom extravaganza that provided students with the opportunity to hear from and interact with AI thought leaders from Nvidia, Intel, and JPMorgan
Read Our Articles
See all
Using AI to Translate Signed Languages
By Xavier Contreras
“There is an inherent variability in the way people sign that cannot be properly captured just by tracking hand movements. Does this mean that translating sign language is impossible? Of course not, it just means that there is a lot more data that needs to be taken into...”
Balancing Progress with Responsibility: Insights from the Extropians and Singularity
By Sean Vanderaa
“The desire to expand human knowledge granted us the ability to become the most dominant and developed species on the planet. However, as much as the drive to increase our intelligence is the reason for every...”
Upcoming Events
Stay tuned on Instagram for the latest details!
Week 2
GM #1: THE SUMMER HUSTLE
Thurs, 4/11
7:30-8:30pm
Young 184
7:30-8:30pm
Young 184
Week 3
WOMEN IN TECH
Thurs, 4/18
7-9pm
Chem 178
7-9pm
Chem 178
Week 4
AISC x ASA WORKSHOP
Thurs, 4/25
7-9pm
Young 184
7-9pm
Young 184
Week 4
AISC x HD
WEEKEND
WORKSHOP #1
WEEKEND
WORKSHOP #1
Sat, 4/27
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
Week 6
WEEKEND WORKSHOP #2
Sun, 5/5
1-4pm
TLC 1010
1-4pm
TLC 1010
Week 6
AISC x CS TUTORING CLUB: CS IN ACADEMIA
Thurs, 5/9
7-9pm
TBD
7-9pm
TBD
Week 7
GM #2: AI IN HUMANITIES
Thurs, 5/16
7-9pm
Young 184
7-9pm
Young 184
Week 7
WEEKEND WORKSHOP #3
Sun, 5/19
1-4pm
Young 194
1-4pm
Young 194
Week 8
BEGINNER PROJECTS SHOWCASE
Thurs, 5/23
7:30-9pm
TLC 2215
7:30-9pm
TLC 2215
Week 9
AISC COMMUNITY DAY
Thurs, 5/30
7-9pm
California Hall
7-9pm
California Hall