A group of 15 students from different parts of the world have embarked on an enlightening AI journey in Shenzhen. From understanding essential AI concepts to exploring ethical considerations and gaining hands-on experience with state-of-the-art AI technologies, this summer camp has been an eye-opening experience.
The seven-day “Life With AI” Summer Camp, which commenced last Sunday at the Southern University of Science and Technology (SUSTech), is set to conclude this Saturday. This educational initiative was jointly organized by the Shenzhen Financial Stability & Development Institute and SUSTech.
Victor Lan, a 13-year-old student from Hong Kong, expressed his appreciation for the camp. He valued the insights gained from visits to leading tech and AI firms and the engaging lectures delivered by industry experts. Lan envisioned gradually enhancing his AI knowledge and skill set through this immersive experience.
In her speech at the camp’s inauguration, Zhang Qi, director of the institute, emphasized AI’s pivotal role in steering a new era of scientific and technological advancements across various sectors. She urged the participating students to absorb the latest AI trends, elevate their cognitive capabilities, contemplate future career paths, and broaden their global perspectives.
Throughout the camp, students had the opportunity to explore renowned companies like Tencent, Pony.ai, UBTECH, and Huaxia Bank. In addition, they engaged in an art workshop to delve into China’s rich intangible cultural heritage.
Students experience the autonomous driving technology of Pony.ai during the summer camp. Photo by Liu Xudong
Ricardo Nonis, fresh out of high school, displayed a keen interest in the autonomous driving technology during his visit to the Chinese technology startup Pony.ai on Thursday. Nonis expressed how the company visit had sparked a newfound curiosity in this field, motivating him to delve deeper into related sectors.
Katherine Lin Shu, a native of Hong Kong and a first-year psychology student at the University of Manchester, remarked that the summer camp had provided her with a clearer vision of the evolving AI landscape and had ignited a passion for exploring potential career pathways.