Meeting the Needs of the Times: Spalding University Empowers Every Student with Critical AI Skills for a Changing World

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — December 2, 2025 — In a world being reshaped by artificial intelligence, Spalding University is ensuring that every graduate, regardless of major or background, has the knowledge, skills, and confidence to thrive. The university has launched comprehensive AI education initiatives that reflect its mission: to meet the needs of the times by preparing students not just to navigate change, but to lead it.

“This is about more than technology – it’s about opportunity, equity, and empowerment,” said Dr. Anne Kenworthy, President of Spalding University. “Artificial intelligence is transforming the way we live, work, and learn. We believe every student deserves the chance to understand and shape the future, and that means ensuring AI literacy isn’t reserved for computer science majors alone. Whether our graduates pursue careers in healthcare, education, business, social work, or the arts, they will be prepared to use these powerful tools responsibly, ethically, and in service of the greater good.”

A Vision for Inclusive Innovation

Spalding’s approach is intentionally broad and deeply rooted in the university’s commitment to social justice and access. The university now offers an Artificial Intelligence for Business concentration within its Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, alongside an AI Literacy minor available to undergraduates across all disciplines—from nursing and education to creative writing and psychology.

This isn’t about creating a tech-only campus. It’s about ensuring that future teachers understand how AI will transform their classrooms, that healthcare professionals can leverage data-driven tools to improve patient outcomes, and that social workers recognize both the promise and pitfalls of automated systems in vulnerable communities.

Preparing Louisville’s Workforce, Shaping the Region’s Future

As Louisville and the surrounding region continue to grow as hubs for advanced manufacturing, healthcare innovation, logistics, and data-driven enterprise, Spalding’s commitment to AI education directly supports the economic vitality of the community it serves. Local employers increasingly seek graduates who can bridge the gap between human insight and technological capability—professionals who understand both the promise and the responsibility that comes with AI. Developed in partnership with Rize Education, a national leader in career-aligned program design, Spalding’s AI curriculum combines rigorous academic foundations with practical, real-world applications. Students engage with topics ranging from automation and data analysis to ethics, privacy, and the societal implications of algorithmic decision-making.

“We’re not preparing students for the world as it was,” added President Kenworthy. “We’re preparing them for the world as it will be and giving them the tools to make that world more just, more inclusive, and more human-centered.”

An Invitation to Lead

Spalding University invites students, alumni, employers, and community partners to join in this commitment to innovation, access, and excellence. Whether you’re a high school senior exploring your options, a working professional seeking to future-proof your career, or a Louisville business leader invested in a thriving regional workforce, Spalding is building a future where every graduate is equipped and empowered to lead.

About Spalding University

Founded in 1814 by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, Spalding University is a co-educational private institution situated in the heart of Louisville, Kentucky. Dedicated to academic excellence and service, Spalding empowers students to meet the needs of the times and inspire positive change in the world. For more information about Spalding University, visit www.spalding.edu.

About Rize Education

Rize Education partners with more than 120 colleges and universities nationwide to design and deliver high-demand academic programs that connect liberal arts education with real-world career skills.