Initiatives
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Our Faculty and AI
San José State's faculty are at the forefront of artificial intelligence innovation, driving groundbreaking research and exploration across diverse AI disciplines. From machine learning and natural language processing to ethical AI and robotics, SJSU's experts are shaping the future with cutting-edge advancements. Faculty members collaborate with industry leaders, government agencies and global institutions to develop AI solutions that address real-world challenges, from health care and cybersecurity to sustainability and smart cities. Their interdisciplinary approach fosters creativity, equipping students with hands-on experience in AI-driven problem-solving. Through pioneering research, mentorship and forward-thinking curriculum, SJSU’s faculty are redefining the boundaries of AI, ensuring that the university remains a hub for technological excellence and discovery.
King Library - AI Librarian
The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library at San José State University stands as a beacon of AI-driven innovation and support for the academic community. In February 2025, the library appointed its first artificial intelligence librarian, Sharesly Rodriguez, '18 MLIS, to spearhead the integration and development of AI technologies within the library's services. Under Rodriguez's leadership, the library introduced KingbotGPT, a retrieval-augmented chatbot that provides real-time assistance to patrons by answering questions and directing them to relevant research guides, databases and tutorials. This tool ensures 24/7 engagement, complementing live reference services and enhancing user interaction with the library's extensive resources. Additionally, Rodriguez leads a grant-funded project analyzing the landscape of responsible AI across California's higher education institutions, aiming to inform future policies and frameworks. Through these initiatives, the King Library exemplifies SJSU's commitment to fostering ethical AI adoption and equipping its community with cutting-edge tools and knowledge.
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KingbotGPT
KingbotGPT is an experimental AI chatbot created by the San José State University Library's artificial intelligence team.
As the newest iteration of the original After-Hours Kingbot Chatbot, it continues to support SJSU students when reference librarians are unavailable.
Outside live chat service hours, KingbotGPT steps in to provide essential library information and assistance. Need to know how to borrow a laptop? Looking for pointers on finding research? Kingbot can have a response in seconds.
CIRCLE
Under the School of Information, The Cross-Campus Interdisciplinary Responsible Computing Learning Experience (CIRCLE) Project is meant to bring students, faculty, and staff from all disciplines and backgrounds at San Jose State University – Silicon Valley’s public university, and one of the most diverse universities in the United States – into meaningful conversations about and engagement with digital technologies and their broader social impacts.
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Center for Faculty Excellence and Teaching Innovation
The Center for Faculty Excellence and Teaching Innovation (CFETI) provides faculty with resources and support to enhance teaching and learning at SJSU. Through workshops, consultations, and innovative tools, CFETI helps educators integrate emerging technologies, including AI, into their pedagogy. The center fosters collaboration and professional development, ensuring faculty have the skills and knowledge to create engaging, inclusive learning experiences.
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