School of Global Innovation and AI

Overview

Innovate with Purpose. Lead with Intelligence.

At Saint Peter’s University, innovation is more than adopting new technology—it is the disciplined work of turning knowledge into solutions that serve people, organizations and communities. The School of Global Innovation and AI brings together global and workforce innovation, ethical and applied artificial intelligence, and computational sciences to prepare students for a world being reshaped by data, automation and rapid technological change.

Home to the Data Science Institute and the Department of Computer and Information Science, the school connects programs, courses, research and faculty expertise across data science, artificial intelligence, computer science, cybersecurity and information sciences.

Through rigorous academic programs, applied learning, research and interdisciplinary collaboration, students build the technical expertise, critical judgment and ethical perspective to lead change responsibly.

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School Overview

Preparing students to shape what comes next

The School of Global Innovation and AI is Saint Peter’s interdisciplinary home for education, research and collaboration at the intersection of emerging technology, human-centered innovation and workforce transformation. It serves students at every stage—from undergraduates building foundational expertise to working professionals advancing their careers and doctoral students contributing original research.

The school houses the Data Science Institute and the Department of Computer and Information Science, creating a connected academic environment for their courses, degree programs, faculty scholarship and student learning. This structure supports collaboration across data science, AI, computing, cybersecurity and information sciences while opening new opportunities for interdisciplinary work throughout the University.

Programs connect contemporary theory with practical application, giving students opportunities to analyze complex problems, work with evolving technologies and translate ideas into meaningful outcomes. Across every pathway, the school emphasizes adaptability, collaboration and responsible decision-making—capabilities that matter in technology fields and throughout the modern workforce.

Rooted in the Jesuit tradition of reflection, discernment and service, the school prepares graduates not simply to keep pace with change, but to help direct it toward human dignity and the common good.

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Three Interconnected Areas

One school. Three dimensions of future-focused learning.

The school’s academic direction is organized around three interconnected areas that reflect how innovation happens in practice: across borders and sectors, through responsible uses of artificial intelligence, and on a strong foundation in computing and data.

Global and Workforce Innovation

Students examine how organizations, industries and communities respond to economic, technological and social change. Learning emphasizes creative problem-solving, collaboration, adaptability and the ability to move ideas from concept to implementation in a global context.

Ethical and Applied Artificial Intelligence

Students learn to understand, evaluate and apply artificial intelligence to real challenges while considering privacy, bias, transparency, accountability and social impact. The goal is not only technical competence, but the judgment to use AI responsibly and in service of people.

Computational Sciences

Programs in data science, computer science, cybersecurity and information sciences develop the analytical and technical foundations needed to build, secure and improve modern systems. Coursework and research connect computing methods with practical questions across disciplines and industries.

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Academic Units

A connected home for data science and computing

The School of Global Innovation and AI brings together two academic units whose teaching, research and courses are central to the University’s work in data, artificial intelligence and computing. Their shared home strengthens collaboration, creates clearer pathways for students and supports new interdisciplinary opportunities across Saint Peter’s.

Data Science Institute

The Data Science Institute advances education and research in data science, artificial intelligence, analytics and related emerging fields. Through undergraduate, graduate and doctoral study, students develop the ability to work with complex data, apply advanced methods and contribute new knowledge through research and practice.

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Department of Computer and Information Science

The Department of Computer and Information Science provides courses and academic pathways in computer science, cybersecurity, information systems, artificial intelligence, machine learning and related areas. Students build the foundations to design, evaluate and secure computational systems while preparing for advanced study and technology-enabled careers.

Explore Computer and Information Science Programs and Courses

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Academic Programs

Build the expertise needed to lead in a changing world

Choose from undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and certificate programs designed to develop technical capability, analytical thinking and career-ready experience.

Undergraduate Programs:

Graduate and Doctoral Programs:

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Applied Learning and Research

Learn by solving real problems

Innovation becomes meaningful when knowledge is put into practice. Students in the School of Global Innovation and AI engage in hands-on coursework, research, capstone experiences and collaborative projects that connect academic learning with real questions facing organizations and communities.

Through faculty mentorship and opportunities for experiential and industry-informed learning, students strengthen their ability to work across disciplines, communicate with diverse audiences and develop solutions that are technically sound, ethically grounded and responsive to human needs.

  • Project-based courses and capstone experiences
  • Faculty-guided research and doctoral scholarship
  • Internship and professional learning opportunities
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration across academic and professional fields
  • Engagement with industry, community and institutional partners

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Ethical AI and the Jesuit Mission

Advancing artificial intelligence with responsibility

Artificial intelligence is transforming how people learn, work, communicate and make decisions. The School of Global Innovation and AI approaches that transformation with both ambition and responsibility. Students learn to consider not only what technology can do, but what it should do, who may be affected and how its benefits can be shared more equitably.

This approach reflects Saint Peter’s Jesuit commitment to ethical discernment, care for the whole person and service to the common good. Across teaching, research and applied work, the school promotes attention to privacy, bias, transparency, accountability, security and human dignity.

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Learner Pathways

Education designed for whey you are – and where you want to go

The school serves first-time undergraduate students, transfer students, adult learners, working professionals, career changers and graduate and doctoral students. Each academic program provides its own information about location, format, schedule and admissions requirements, helping students identify the pathway that fits their goals.

Whether students are preparing to enter a field, deepen specialized expertise, advance within an organization or contribute new research, they join a learning community focused on relevance, rigor and purposeful innovation.

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Career Relevance

Skills that travel across industries

Data, AI, cybersecurity and computational thinking are reshaping nearly every sector. Graduates of the School of Global Innovation and AI will be prepared to apply their knowledge in technology and data-intensive roles, as well as in fields such as business, healthcare, education, government, public service and the sciences.

The school’s interdisciplinary focus helps students develop the durable capabilities employers and communities need: analytical reasoning, technical fluency, clear communication, collaborative problem-solving, ethical judgment and the confidence to learn as technologies evolve.

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A Message from the Dean

“The School of Global Innovation and AI reflects our belief that innovation must be guided by purpose, ethics and a commitment to human dignity. By connecting education and research with applied learning, interdisciplinary collaboration and industry engagement, we will prepare students to turn knowledge into meaningful solutions and lead technological change in service of society and the common good.”

Sharath Kumar Jagannathan, Ph.D.
Interim Dean, School of Global Innovation and AI

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Academic Unit and Program Link Map

Choose a Program to Learn More
Data Science Institute
Department of Computer and Information Science
B.S. Data Science and AI
B.S. Computer Science
M.S. Data Science
Ph.D. Data Science
M.S. Cybersecurity
M.S. Information Sciences
Cybersecurity and Risk Management certificates

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