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From July 20-24 we closed out our summer camp series with Working with AI, where 6th–12th graders spent the week discovering how artificial intelligence can fuel creativity, productivity and problem-solving.

Campers got hands-on with AI tools to explore prompt engineering, content creation, website development, chatbots and visual design, then worked in teams to develop their own AI-powered solutions to real-world problems.

The week culminated in a Shark Tank-style competition, where teams pitched their ideas, demonstrated their prototypes and shared why their solutions matter.

From creativity and collaboration to critical thinking and AI literacy, our campers wrapped up the summer with new skills, new ideas and plenty of inspiration for what’s next!

A huge thank you to all of our campers, instructors and families who made our 2026 summer camps such a success!

Celebrating Innovation at COI Summer Research Day

On July 24, students, faculty, and industry professionals gathered at Discovery Park for the College of Information's Summer Research Day, a showcase of groundbreaking student research and collaboration.

Student researchers presented projects exploring topics such as AI-driven digital health, human-centered AI, immersive technologies, gaming, large language models, cognitive intelligence, and more. Their work reflected the innovative thinking and dedication shaping the future of technology.

The event also featured a keynote presentation from UNT alum Dr. Vikas Sinha, who shared valuable insights on bridging academic research and industry innovation to create real-world impact and help advance trustworthy AI, data science, and enterprise technology.

A big thank-you to our students, faculty mentors, industry partners, and attendees for making this event a success. We are proud to celebrate the incredible work happening across the College of Information!

Two camps. One unforgettable week of learning and innovation!

From July 13–17, our Digital Creators Institute and NexGen DATA Leadership Summer Camps brought students together to explore AI, digital creativity, data science, machine learning, and leadership through hands-on projects and collaboration.

From designing websites and creating digital content to analyzing data and solving real-world challenges, campers discovered new skills, built confidence, and explored exciting technology career pathways.

Thank you to our incredible campers and instructors for making it a week to remember!

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On July 29, COI hosted a Staff Summer Retreat, a day dedicated to learning, collaboration, and professional growth.

We kicked off the retreat with an engaging AI workshop led by our own Allison Lackey, Executive Assistant, who shared practical ways she uses Microsoft Copilot to streamline administrative tasks, improve productivity, and support day-to-day operations. Staff also learned best practices for incorporating AI into their own workflows to work smarter and more efficiently.

The retreat continued with an interactive session led by Amanda Fisher, University of North Texas System Organizational Development Consultant, on Communication Styles. Staff explored their own communication preferences, learned how to recognize the styles of others, and discovered strategies for adapting their approach to build stronger, more effective working relationships.

From embracing emerging technology to strengthening how we communicate, the day reinforced COI's commitment to continuous learning, innovation, and serving our students and community with excellence.

Congratulations to Dr. Gahangir Hossain, Associate Professor in The Anuradha and Vikas Sinha Department of Data Science, on his selection to the Fulbright Specialist Roster for a three-year tenure from 2026–2029!

The The Fulbright Program, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and administered by World Learning, connects experts with institutions around the world to collaborate on academic and professional projects.

As a member of the Fulbright Specialist Roster, Dr. Hossain is eligible to be matched with projects at institutions in more than 150 countries—an exciting opportunity to share his expertise and contribute to global academic collaboration.

We look forward to seeing the impact of his expertise on the global stage!

What a week of discovery at our Storytelling with Data Summer Camp!

From July 6–10 at the UNT Frisco Landing Campus, campers explored how data can be transformed into meaningful stories through hands-on learning and creativity.

Students learned Python programming, worked with real-world datasets, uncovered patterns through data analysis, created visualizations and dashboards, explored machine learning concepts, and presented their own data-driven projects during the camp's closing showcase.

It was incredible to watch our campers build confidence in coding, strengthen their critical thinking skills, and discover how data can help answer real-world questions.

Thank you to our students and instructors for making this an unforgettable week of learning!

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Reminder to join us this Friday, July 24, as we celebrate the research excellence of our students at COI Summer Research Day!

Throughout the day, students will showcase their summer research across a variety of topics, including AI-driven digital health, human-centered AI, VR and AR, gaming, large language models, cognitive intelligence, and more!

Keynote Speaker: Dr. Vikas Sinha, Vice President of Engineering and Architecture at Broadcom, will share his perspective on how industry and academia can collaborate to accelerate innovation and advance trustworthy AI, data science, and enterprise technology.

Friday, July 24, 2026
9:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
UNT Discovery Park | Room K150

Come support our student researchers, explore their innovative work, and connect with fellow students, faculty, and technology professionals!

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https://ci.unt.edu/dvxr/summer/

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