Local Southern University Students Awarded IBM Fellowships for AI Research

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Seven graduate students from Southern University and A&M College have received IBM Masters Fellowships for their research in advanced technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI). The awards were presented at the Southern University System Board of Supervisors meeting on May 16, 2023. The fellowship, in its fourth year, supports master’s students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Each of the 18 recipients this year received $11,000.

The IBM Masters Fellowship program provides financial support and the chance for recipients to work with IBM experts. This collaboration helps enhance their research skills, especially in AI, and includes mentorship and professional guidance. Lydia Logan, IBM VP of Global Education and Workforce Development, commended the students and the university for their contributions to technology innovation.

The fellowship is available to U.S. master’s students in arts or science programs focusing on key technology areas like AI, hybrid cloud, cybersecurity, and semiconductors. Many projects funded this year involve AI applications in transportation, environmental science, and public administration.

Recipients from Southern University include Vishak Chandrasekharan, Ama Darkwah, Shilpa Jaiswal, Sri Chandana Julalanti, Evelyn Quansah, Shwetha Ramadas, and Amilah Mendoza. Their projects explore AI's potential to address real-world challenges, improving efficiency and sustainability across various sectors.