It’s Wisconsin State Fair Time! Food on sticks await. But first, today’s Key Reads.
Perhaps if they wanted more detail they should have used ChatGPT?
Few specifics in Wisconsin’s first AI action plan | The Center Square
Wisconsin’s first artificial intelligence action place mentions strategies, policies, and principles in Wisconsin’s first artificial intelligence action plan released recently by Gov. Tony Evers.
“We know that AI technologies are already changing the world as we know it – including the way folks work. And its why Wisconsin is working to lead the way on AI implementation and ethical utilization as we continue our work to build an economy that works for everyone,” Evers said in a statement.
The final action plan calls for Wisconsin to:
Expand digital literacy;
Develop more flexible training and credentialing;
Continue efforts to remove employment barriers and connect underutilized talent pools with AI skills;
Improve government service delivery through strategic deployment of AI tools; and
Incent industry adoption of AI tools to enhance competitiveness and create high-quality jobs.
The plan did not include other specifics or potential costs.
“To achieve this vision and leverage the potential of AI, a strategic approach is needed to support the modernization of Wisconsin’s economy, ranging from manufacturing and agriculture to technology and infrastructure. The task force action plan makes important recommendations to drive this positive change,” WEDC Secretary/CEO Missy Hughes said in a statement.
The action plan “offers guiding principles to promote ethical decision-making related to AI and the workforce, advance equitable access to AI technology and training, and ensure that workers are represented in AI investments to strengthen the state’s economy.”
“Wisconsin is now equipped with guiding principles to design policy and prepare programs to empower all our workers and employers for the dynamic future ahead,” Evers added.
The governor’s AI task force is one of two in Wisconsin. The other is in the legislature and is focusing on broader issues for artificial intelligence, including the danger that AI poses.
The University of Wisconsin Milwaukee has tolerated antisemitism and hostility on campus for many months. This minor crackdown isn’t going to resolve the problem.
UW-Milwaukee student groups suspended; intimidating Instagram posts | Fox6
the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) announced on Wednesday, July 31 it has temporarily suspended five student organizations associated with a coalition that posted “alarming messages” on Instagram.
The suspensions come as part of UWM’s ongoing investigation. Officials said a July 19 Instagram story post to the uwm4palicoalition account included intimidating language aimed at Jewish community members and organizations that support Israel.
…The UWM Popular University for Palestine Coalition said a press conference is scheduled for Monday afternoon, Aug. 5.
The coal-fed steamer, SS Badger wants to identify as Green.
Wisconsin’s historic carferry, the SS Badger, seeks alternative fuel sources | WPR
The last coal-fired passenger steamship in the U.S. is attempting to become more green while maintaining its steam-powered charm as it travels to and from Wisconsin.
Last year, the SS Badger received a $600,000 federal grant to study alternative fuel sources beyond coal in efforts to make the ship zero-carbon.
If you never leave the Memorial Union Terrace you may not know there’s more than one lake in Madison. Great recruiting work here.
How Wisconsin men’s basketball landed ‘one of the most talented guards’ to come from New Zealand | Badger Extra
Even from more than 8,300 miles away, University of Wisconsin men’s basketball special assistant to the head coach Kirk Penney was able to sell new Badgers commit Hayden Jones on the city of Madison’s lakes….
Penney started talking to Jones about the program and living in Madison. He sent pictures and videos. There were a lot of things Jones liked about the Badgers: the academics were strong, the coaching staff made the team feel like family and he was recruited by a New Zealand basketball legend. But Jones also noticed the two lakes engulfing the downtown Madison campus.
“There’s a few lakes around my city,” Jones said. “And it just kind of gives a homely vibe. Very similar to where I’m from. That kind of was an influence to my commitment as well.”
There a no lakes on the State Fair grounds. But they’re still fantastic. It’s going to be hot for the start of the Fair. Stay hydrated and take advantage of shaded areas. Remember if you get too hot, go to the Expo Center and pretend you’re interested in buying a hot tub for about 20 minutes or so.
Back tomorrow with more Key Reads.
