Syracuse University School of Information Studies

A great afternoon of AI conversations, learning, and networking at the INSPYRE Innovation Hub.

Alumni and community members joined us at the INSPYRE Innovation Hub for an afternoon exploring the future of AI in Central New York. The program featured a panel discussion and keynote insights from Interim Dean of the iSchool and Chief Digital Officer Jeff Rubin ’95, G’98, along with perspectives from leaders across business, technology, and economic development.

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Today we’re excited to announce our new undergraduate major in Integrative AI.

We’ve taken our signature human-centered approach to this program, pairing a foundation in programming, mathematics and AI systems with an examination of how these systems operate in real-world settings through ethics, governance and human-centered design.

Just as the applications and use of AI reach across all industries, organizations and society, we have developed this program to be interdisciplinary and reach across boundaries at the University. We designed the curriculum in collaboration with colleagues in our College of Engineering and Computer Science, the Maxwell School, Newhouse School of Communications, Falk College of Sport, and Arts and Sciences. That’s why all students will pair the major with a minor that complements their interests and demonstrates how AI is shaping everything from policy, to business, sports, media, and beyond.

Students will develop technical competency alongside the ability to critically assess how AI shapes society, organizations and human values. We’re dedicated to educating the future leaders of responsible AI, and we can’t wait to welcome new students into this program!

For more information and to view the curriculum, visit https://heyor.ca/1oQjzR

Jacob Kaplan ’28 is turning ambitious ideas into practical solutions at the iSchool.

From building custom apps to developing next-generation adjustable eyewear, Kaplan is using technology, creativity, and curiosity to bring big ideas to life.

Read his full story: https://heyor.ca/mU7aLF

Hinds Hall’s a little quieter this week. Missing the Class of 2026 already. 🎓

Today, we welcome Jeff Rubin as interim dean of the iSchool.

A two-time iSchool alumnus and longtime leader in digital innovation at Syracuse University, Rubin brings decades of experience in technology, entrepreneurship and higher education leadership to the role.

“It’s a great honor to step into this role at the iSchool, which is a place that means a lot to me,” Rubin says. “I earned my degrees there and have spent my career there, and I have experienced firsthand the dedication and talent of the school’s students, faculty and staff."

Please join us in welcoming him to the role!

From Hinds Hall to the convocation stage. 🎓 Congratulations to the iSchool Class of 2026. Thank you for the memories, the community, and the impact you’ve made along the way. Once an iSchooler, always an iSchooler. 💙🧡

View the full convocation gallery here: https://heyor.ca/ZtN7pQ