AI Center at Barry University · Miami Shoresaicenter@barry.edu
AI Center Miami

Learn. Build.
Inspire.

We serve as an AI hub, bringing together industry leaders, faculty, students, and community partners to share expertise, collaborate, and turn ideas into practical solutions.

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About us

AI with purpose.

The AI Center at Barry University is an interdisciplinary hub where education, applied innovation, and community come together.

Our mission is to provide students, regardless of their field of study, with the knowledge and skills to use AI effectively and ethically. We embed AI across disciplines so students learn to think critically, adapt confidently, and apply technology for the greater good.

Through the Digital Transformation Lab, academic programs, faculty support, and partnerships with businesses and community organizations, we bridge classroom learning with real challenges. Students gain hands-on experience while organizations gain fresh perspectives and practical AI solutions.

AcademicsAI learning across programs and disciplines.
Experiential learningReal projects through the DX Lab.
Community impactTraining and collaboration with organizations.
Every week

One hour. One guest. New possibilities.

DX Lab Weekly connects students with practitioners who are actively applying AI. Come ready to listen, ask questions, test ideas, and learn by doing.

WHEN

Wednesdays, 4–5 PM

A consistent weekly rhythm throughout the semester.

FORMAT

Conversation + demonstration

Special guests share practical work, tools, lessons, and honest questions.

WHO

Students, faculty, and collaborators

Designed for the university community and invited partners.

WHERE

AI Center / DX Lab

Barry University, Miami Shores, Florida.

October + November Events

What’s happening at the DX Lab.

Join us for industry conversations, practical AI workshops, and a hands-on evening of building together.

October21

Fireside Chat with Alex Storch

Alex Storch, VP of Marketing and E-commerce, joins us for a fireside chat about branding, marketing, and e-commerce. Students will have the opportunity to ask questions and learn from his industry experience.

Wednesday · 4–5 PMMeet Alex on LinkedIn
October28

Inspire Hackathon: Retro Game Challenge

Join us for a fun evening of building. Create a retro-style game that teaches one skill, with Devin AI and support from technologists, mentors, and fellow builders.

Wednesday · 5–9 PMRegister for the Hackathon
November3

Claude SMB Workshop

A practical, hands-on workshop for small businesses exploring how to use Claude for everyday work, workflows, and business challenges.

Tuesday · 1:30 PM · AI CenterWorkshop Full
November4

Fireside Chat with Dr. Oscar Arias

Join us for a conversation about AI and the workforce, Dr. Oscar Arias’s career, and lessons from his experience in consulting.

Wednesday · AI Center
November12

Claude SMB Workshop

A practical, hands-on workshop for small businesses exploring how to use Claude for everyday work, workflows, and business challenges.

Thursday · 1:30 PM · AI CenterRegister for the Workshop

Want to join or collaborate?

Ask about event registration, guest opportunities, mentorship, or bringing a challenge to a future Inspire Hackathon.

Contact the AI Center