Concordia University Wisconsin’s newly launched Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence is garnering strong attention across regional media, underscoring both the timely relevance of the program and Concordia’s role as a leader in preparing graduates for an AI-driven future.
The fully online graduate degree is designed to equip students with advanced technical skills, ethical grounding, and real-world AI experience needed to lead responsibly in today’s data-driven industries.
Stories have been recently featured in the following four news outlets.
No. 1: 620 WTMJ: In-depth radio coverage
On 620 WTMJ-AM, CUW’s Michael Litman, professor of computer science, joined Wisconsin’s Midday News to discuss the new AI master’s program and its impact. During the interview, he addressed the importance of ethical, vocationally informed AI education and explained how the program prepares students for work across a range of industries.
The broadcast expanded the university’s reach beyond print and digital platforms to radio listeners throughout Wisconsin.
No. 2: BizTimes Milwaukee features CUW’s forward-looking initiative
BizTimes Milwaukee reported on the launch of the AI master’s program, noting the growing demand for artificial intelligence expertise and the need to develop skilled professionals in the region.
The story positioned Concordia as contributing to Wisconsin’s technology sector and detailed how the program responds to industry needs.
No. 3: Urban Milwaukee amplifies the announcement
Urban Milwaukee published coverage of the official press release announcing the fully online program.
The story noted the program’s flexibility for working professionals and its emphasis on practical application and ethical discernment. The coverage introduced the program to a broad Milwaukee-area audience and underscored Concordia’s continued expansion in graduate education.
No. 4: Fox 11 WLUK in Green Bay
Fox 11 News (WLUK) in Green Bay published a story highlighting how the curriculum blends technical competencies with ethical decision-making and is structured for working professionals.
The report emphasized how the program prepares graduates not only to develop AI systems, but also to manage them responsibly. It also addressed the program’s appeal to professionals seeking career advancement or transition in a changing technology environment.
Preparing graduates
The media attention reflects the significance of the moment. As a Lutheran university committed to developing students in mind, body and spirit for service to Christ in the Church and the world, Concordia’s entrance into artificial intelligence education extends beyond industry response.
The program is designed to prepare graduates to think critically, lead ethically and serve faithfully within a rapidly evolving technological landscape.
Regional coverage signals that this is more than a program launch. It is a story about a university engaging emerging technology while remaining grounded in mission and purpose.
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