AI Summer 2025

Your Gateway to Building Reasoning Agents with the Latest AI Techniques
Hosted by the Vanderbilt Data Science Institute
May 5–30 | Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays | 11:00 AM–1:00 PM CT | Remote via Zoom

Why AI Summer?

AI Summer 2025 is a unique opportunity to explore the latest of artificial intelligence in a structured, collaborative, and research-focused environment. Unlike our reactive programming like AI Flash, AI Summer is a planned and immersive four-week series built to foster innovative teaching and research projects across Vanderbilt University and beyond.

This remote workshop is free to attend but has limited capacity—ensuring a focused, interactive experience for participants. By the end of the summer, you’ll not only have a firm grasp on the latest techniques, but also the ability to build your own reasoning agent.

Before continuing to read, be sure to register for AI Summer!

What to Expect from AI Summer

Over the course of four weeks, participants will engage with:

  • Interactive Live Zoom Sessions (MWF from 11 AM–1 PM Central)

  • Hands-on Development Projects with a focus on reasoning agents

  • Guided Learning Materials including step-by-step tutorials, code examples, and challenges

  • Curated Resources and Recordings available via our GitHub repository
    👉 Explore the Repository

Recap Previous AI Summers

AI Summer: Key Features

🎯 Purpose

To generate new research and develop AI-powered teaching resources across Vanderbilt through a focused, collaborative learning journey.

🧠 Who Should Join?

  • Researchers and Educators with a goal or project in mind

  • Students seeking collaboration opportunities

  • Enthusiasts ready to explore up-to-the-minute AI methods

Even if you’re not quite sure what your project is yet, we encourage you to apply. You can also book a consultation to brainstorm ideas:
👉 Schedule a Consultation

💡 Topics You'll Explore

  • How to Build a Reasoning Agent

  • Latest Developments in AI Tooling

  • Programming with AI (even for beginners!)

  • Real-world research and teaching applications of AI

Stay in the Loop

Spots for live participation are limited, Register now to secure your seat.
All recordings and course materials will be made available to the broader community, so even if you're not selected for the live cohort, you can still follow along.

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