Construction Careers Council
The construction industry includes electricians, engineers, HVAC technicians, and heavy equipment mechanics just to name a few! Skilled trade professionals build the homes we live in, the schools we learn in, and the roads we travel on. Right now, West Michigan needs thousands of new workers in construction, and jobs are available in every part of the industry. Whether you enjoy working with your hands, solving problems or leading teams, construction has a path for you.
AI Open House
Description
Join us for our virtual AI Open House and connect directly with faculty, advisors, and program experts to learn about the educational opportunities available in one of today's fastest-growing fields.
Artificial Intelligence is transforming industries, creating new career opportunities, and changing how organizations operate.
Who Should Attend
Whether you're exploring your first degree, considering a career change, looking to build new skills, or preparing for leadership in AI, Grand Valley State University's College of Computing can help you find the right path forward.
Featured Programs
Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence including a pathway for a Second Bachelor's Degree in Artificial Intelligence
Community College Transfer Pathways (AI + X)
Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence
AI Certificates and Digital Badges
Chief AI Officer Program
What You’ll Learn
AI degrees, certificates, and professional credentials
Flexible learning options: online, hybrid, and in-person
Personalized guidance tailored to your educational and career goals
Transfer credit opportunities and community college pathways
Preliminary evaluation of your application and transfer credits
One-on-one meeting with advisors, faculty, and staff
Agenda
4:00 PM – 4:15 PM - Welcome & AI Program Overview
Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence
AI+X Transfer Pathways
Second Bachelor's Degree in AI
AI Minors, Certificates, and Badges
Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence
Hosts: Marouane Kessentini & Samah Mansour
Beginning at 4:30 PM - Personalized Advising & Evaluations
After the presentation, participants may enter the AI Advising Lobby to receive personalized assistance.
Services include:
Preliminary Transfer Credit Evaluation
Preliminary Admission Review
Degree Planning and Advising
Career Pathway Guidance
AI Program Selection Assistance
Graduate Program Information
Can't Attend at 4:00 PM?
The presentation will be repeated throughout the evening, allowing participants to join at a time that works best for them.
Session Times
4:00 PM - Session 1
4:30 PM - Session 2
5:00 PM - Session 3
5:30 PM - Session 4
6:00 PM - Session 5
Each session includes:
Program Overview
Live Q&A
Personalized Advising Opportunities
What to Bring
To make the most of your advising session, please have available:
Unofficial transcripts (if applicable)
Questions about your educational goals
Information about previous college coursework
Questions about admissions, transfer credits, or career pathways
Next Steps
Following the event, participants will receive:
Application resources
Program information
Personalized follow-up guidance
Opportunities to schedule additional advising appointments
We look forward to helping you discover how GVSU's AI programs can support your education and career!
Registration
Date & Time
June 30, 2026 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM EDT
Location
Online via Zoom
Target Graduation Years
2027
County
Kent County, Michigan
Please contact Paul Sischo at psischo@westmiworks.org to request changes to this event page.
