# University of Tampa Mandates New Generative AI Class for Students

University of Tampa requires all students to take a new generative AI class focusing on responsible use and judgment.

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The University of Tampa is requiring all students to take a new one-credit class on generative artificial intelligence starting this fall semester. [^1]

Sierra-Shae Brandt was promoted to Vice President of Culture and Leadership Development at BRANDT to define and nurture the company's unique culture across all affiliated companies. [^2]

Jessica O'Brien, the University of Tampa's coordinator of online learning and digital literacy, stated that the course focuses on developing judgment regarding AI rather than teaching how to use it. [^3]

The curriculum teaches students how to evaluate AI-generated outputs for accuracy and how to use AI responsibly as a thinking partner. [^4]

The new generative AI class replaces the previous requirement for students to take a basic computer coding class. [^5]

In her new role, Sierra-Shae Brandt will assist with succession planning, talent management, and employee transformation as part of her leadership development remit. [^6]

Sierra-Shae Brandt is the daughter of BRANDT CEO and President Rick Brandt and will be the third generation in leadership of the family business. [^7]

For the past four years, Sierra-Shae Brandt served as a key member of the BRANDT marketing team, focusing on sponsorships and charitable giving through The BRANDT Foundation. [^8]

## What this stands on

1. The University of Tampa is requiring all students to take a new one-credit class on generative artificial intelligence starting this fall semester. (FOX 13 Tampa Bay, News)
2. Sierra-Shae Brandt was promoted to Vice President of Culture and Leadership Development at BRANDT to define and nurture the company's unique culture across all affiliated companies. (Morning Ag Clips, News)
3. Jessica O'Brien, the University of Tampa's coordinator of online learning and digital literacy, stated that the course focuses on developing judgment regarding AI rather than teaching how to use it. (FOX 13 Tampa Bay, News)
4. The curriculum teaches students how to evaluate AI-generated outputs for accuracy and how to use AI responsibly as a thinking partner. (FOX 13 Tampa Bay, News)
5. The new generative AI class replaces the previous requirement for students to take a basic computer coding class. (FOX 13 Tampa Bay, News)
6. In her new role, Sierra-Shae Brandt will assist with succession planning, talent management, and employee transformation as part of her leadership development remit. (Morning Ag Clips, News)
7. Sierra-Shae Brandt is the daughter of BRANDT CEO and President Rick Brandt and will be the third generation in leadership of the family business. (Morning Ag Clips, News)
8. For the past four years, Sierra-Shae Brandt served as a key member of the BRANDT marketing team, focusing on sponsorships and charitable giving through The BRANDT Foundation. (Morning Ag Clips, News)

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