
Student Spotlight on Alysia Macklin
Alysia MacklinLead Marketing & Analytics, Center for Augmenting Intelligence (CAI)English (Professional Writing), Leadership Minor —

Alysia MacklinLead Marketing & Analytics, Center for Augmenting Intelligence (CAI)English (Professional Writing), Leadership Minor —

🎓 Celebrating Scholarly Excellence at the University of Detroit Mercy! On April 9th, members of the

What an incredible evening! Thank you to everyone who joined us on April 10th for

AI chatbot simulations are becoming more inclusive through multimodal learning—combining text, voice, and avatars. Learn how this approach improves accessibility and engagement for all students.

Learn how to scale AI chatbot simulations for any course level — from K–12 to graduate studies — by adapting complexity, integrating real data, and designing interactive learning experiences that meet students where they are.

Megi was drawn to CAI after being recognized for her abilities by Dr. Phillip Olla. She saw the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on Detroit Mercy’s campus and surrounding communities while learning to apply science and innovation ethically. Her proudest moment was seeing the Urban Health Challenge run smoothly and witnessing the excitement and engagement it generated.

Discover how AI-powered chatbot simulations are transforming education by turning theory into hands-on practice. Learn how educators can design realistic, reflective learning experiences that prepare students for the real world.

At the Center for Augmenting Intelligence (CAI), we believe universities have a responsibility to help decision-makers think more clearly about these futures before they unfold. This belief is what led us to explore superforecasting and to develop Oracolo™, an AI-assisted forecasting tool grounded in evidence-based reasoning.

Deja was drawn to CAI’s mission because it blends her passions for community impact and technology-driven problem-solving. She views AI as a powerful resource for addressing real-world issues such as urban health disparities and education gaps.

First annual College of Health Professions Research Symposium – CAIUH captivated the attention of students, staff, and visitors alike with a project highlighting the potential of aeroponics, a revolutionary farming method