The 6 Best Laptops for College Students in 2025 | Reviews by Wirecutter
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The 6 Best Laptops for College Students in 2025 | Reviews by Wirecutter

Wirecutter provides independent reviews and recommendations for laptops suitable for students, considering factors like price-to-performance ratio, battery life, and portability. Their top picks include the Acer Chromebook Plus 514 for its balance of features, the Asus Zenbook 14 OLED for its vivid display and long battery life, and the 13-inch Apple MacBook Air for those preferring macOS, with additional options for budget and specialized needs.

Hancock College hosts inaugural AI Summit highlighting ethics, innovation, education

Hancock College hosts inaugural AI Summit highlighting ethics, innovation, education

Allan Hancock College hosted its first Artificial Intelligence Summit, bringing together over 200 participants to discuss AI's impact on education, workforce development, and society. The event featured keynote presentations, panel discussions, and workshops focusing on AI literacy, ethical use, and the integration of AI into educational practices.

Yale confronts AI with new classes, varied policies and an ethics focus

Yale confronts AI with new classes, varied policies and an ethics focus

In response to the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence, Yale University has committed $150 million to enhance its infrastructure, recruit interdisciplinary faculty, and integrate AI into its educational framework. This initiative aims to position Yale as a leader in AI research and education, while also addressing ethical considerations and the impact of AI on academic integrity.

Is Artificial Intelligence Destroying Education?

Is Artificial Intelligence Destroying Education?

The increasing use of AI tools in education is raising concerns about cheating, declining writing skills, and reduced student engagement, with experts like Brian Patrick Green emphasizing the importance of mastering material without AI assistance. Additionally, ethical considerations in AI adoption are highlighted, particularly regarding its impact on women in the workplace and the need for organizations to responsibly integrate AI technologies.

Bringing Science to Life with Artificial Intelligence

Bringing Science to Life with Artificial Intelligence

The New York Academy of Sciences' Scientist-in-Residence program partners STEM professionals with NYC public school teachers to enhance science education through hands-on, inquiry-based projects, now integrating AI tools to deepen student engagement and understanding. Teachers are using AI not for efficiency but to enhance learning, focusing on ethical considerations and sharing successful tools within a trusted network to advocate for access and improve science teaching across diverse classrooms.

Computer Science Education in the Age of AI

Computer Science Education in the Age of AI

Generative AI tools, such as Large Language Models, are significantly impacting industries, including software development, leading to layoffs and raising questions about the value of a Computer Science degree. Despite concerns, Boise State University argues that Computer Science remains crucial, as AI tools require skilled professionals to effectively deploy, scale, and maintain applications, and the job market for CS graduates continues to evolve with opportunities in AI-focused companies.

Colin Kaepernick makes surprise visit to Portland Public Schools, a new partner with his AI company

Colin Kaepernick makes surprise visit to Portland Public Schools, a new partner with his AI company

Colin Kaepernick, former NFL player and founder of Lumi Story AI, spoke at Benson Polytechnic High School in Portland, Oregon, emphasizing the importance of preparing students for a technologically advanced future through AI literacy. Portland Public Schools Superintendent Kimberlee Armstrong highlighted her focus on early literacy, middle-grade math, attendance, and graduation rates, while announcing a partnership with Kaepernick's company to pilot an AI literacy platform in classrooms.

Catawba County Schools to launch AI literacy program for students

Catawba County Schools to launch AI literacy program for students

Catawba County Schools in North Carolina is planning to introduce a new AI literacy program for students this fall, with a focus on responsible and ethical usage of AI. The initiative, in partnership with AI for Education, includes a three-year program to integrate generative AI into the curriculum, starting with a "prompt-a-thon" summer training session for 30 students.