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How AI Is Changing Lives
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"AI Owl transformed how I use AI in hospitality education. Their training helped me go from curious to fully integrating AI into my workflow—analyzing reports, optimizing cash flow, and improving menus."
— Eladio Vassell, Dean of General Studies, Art & Science, Hocking College


AI OWL Featured in USA TODAY: The Year AI Woke Up
2025 marked a quiet but decisive shift in how artificial intelligence shows up in everyday work. In a recent USA Today subscriber special section, The Year AI Woke Up, AI is described not as a breakthrough moment, but as a reorganization moment. Access expanded. Expectations changed. AI moved from something specialists experimented with to something embedded in daily workflows, much like electricity once was. The piece highlights how widespread access reshaped behavior. When
Jan 61 min read


From Appalachia to the Presidential AI Challenge: How Ridgewood Students Are Redefining What’s Possible
We visited Ridgewood High School in West Lafayette, Ohio to check in on one of our pilot AI classes—an experiment that started small, but is already reshaping what students believe they can achieve. It’s a class of all young women. In the heart of Appalachia. Building real solutions to real community problems. And they’re proving something important: talent is everywhere. Opportunity is not. A Classroom That Became a Launchpad With support from AI OWL and partners including I
Dec 11, 20253 min read


Featured in Forbes: The AI Collaboration Strategy That Drives Team Productivity
AI OWL was mentioned in the Forbes article “AI As A Teammate: The New Collaboration Code,” a piece exploring one of the most important shifts happening inside organizations today: AI is evolving from a tool people use to a partner they work with.
Dec 8, 20251 min read


AI Owl Featured on Fox Business for Its Work In AI Education
We’re grateful for the recent recognition from Mehek Cooke during her Fox Business appearance, where she highlighted how AI Owl is helping prepare students and workers for an AI-powered future. During the segment, she spoke about the growing need for practical AI skills and pointed to programs in Ohio that are giving people a real path forward. She emphasized how bringing AI directly into classrooms and workplaces gives learners the confidence and clarity they need to keep up
Nov 14, 20252 min read


AI Owl Wins Best AI Culture Award at Columbus AI Week
We’re honored to share that AI Owl has been awarded the Best AI Culture Award at Columbus AI Week! This recognition celebrates...
Sep 15, 20251 min read


AI Owl Recognized by the White House for Investing in AI Education
Artificial intelligence is transforming the way we live, work, and learn. At AI Owl, our mission has always been to make AI practical, ethical, and accessible for everyone — especially the next generation of innovators. We are honored to share that AI Owl has been recognized by the White House as part of the Pledge to America’s Youth: Investing in AI Education , joining other organizations across the country committed to preparing students, educators, and communities for an A
Sep 9, 20252 min read


Fairview Park City Schools Embrace AI to Empower Students and Teachers
A New Era of Learning Artificial intelligence is no longer a distant concept — it’s here, shaping how we work, create, and now, how students learn. While opinions on AI’s role in education vary, one Ohio school district is leaning in with purpose and clarity. Fairview Park City Schools is taking bold steps to ensure its teachers and students are prepared for the future by embracing AI not as a replacement for human connection, but as a tool to unlock creativity, support perso
Sep 5, 20252 min read


How AI Owl and Khan Academy are Advancing AI Literacy in Ohio Schools
AI literacy is no longer a future skill—it's a present necessity. AI Owl is proud to be a key partner in the Ohio AI Education Network , a statewide initiative to integrate cutting-edge AI tools and training into classrooms. Our expertise helps bridge the gap between technology and pedagogy, ensuring every student and educator has access to the resources they need to thrive in the AI era. Through our partnership with Khan Academy, we’re providing a powerful solution to Ohio s
Aug 29, 20251 min read


Transforming Business with AI: A Case Study of Ohio Chamber Insurance
Discover how Ohio Chamber Insurance transformed its workflow and client service by embracing AI OWL’s hands-on training. From custom GPTs to HR chatbots and compliance automation, see how structured AI education delivered real ROI—saving time, cutting costs, and setting the stage for continued innovation.
Jul 23, 20252 min read


How AI and Passion Are Transforming Animal Care at the Columbus Zoo
When you think about AI, maybe you picture chatbots, spreadsheets, or futuristic robots. But at the Columbus Zoo, AI is doing something...
Jul 14, 20252 min read


Transforming Education: A Journey at the ASU+GSV Summit
April 6–9, 2025 | San Diego, CA Last week, two of our brightest interns traded their laptops for lanyards. They stepped onto the national...
Apr 28, 20253 min read


AI in K-12 Education: Senator Jon Husted Highlights Innovation in Ohio with Support from AI OWL
Big things are happening in Ohio—and the future of education is at the forefront. On a recent visit to Tippecanoe High School in Miami...
Apr 21, 20252 min read


From Jamaica to Columbus: How AI in Hospitality Education Is Driving Innovation in Appalachia
NELSONVILLE, OHIO - When Eladio Vassell stepped off the bus in southeastern Ohio on January 6, 2022, his world transformed from Caribbean...
Apr 7, 20253 min read


EN-RICH-MENT Leaders Embark on AI and Arts Education Journey
Two leaders at EN-RICH-MENT, a Canton youth arts group, embrace AI training to better serve students and modernize community programs.
Mar 31, 20253 min read


From Farm to Future: How Betty Young is Revolutionizing Education with AI and Support from AI Owl
From farm girl to AI pioneer, Betty Young is transforming education at Hocking College with bold leadership and support from AI OWL.
Mar 25, 20253 min read


Using AI to Get Back to the People: Healing, Hope, and Transformation at Hope Town Ohio
Hope Town Ohio is using AI to handle paperwork so staff can focus on what truly matters—helping people heal, grow, and thrive.
Mar 17, 20253 min read


From AI Training to Workplace Innovation: A Higher Education Success Story
AI in Action: Hocking College’s Michael Barnes used AI OWL training to create Herald & Gethanael—revolutionizing campus communication.
Feb 14, 20252 min read


Small Town School Goes Big on AI: Caldwell Superintendent Sees AI, Technology as Key for Future
How Superintendent Greg Gifford is turning rural Ohio into a hub of innovation, proving that zip codes don't define opportunities.
Feb 4, 20252 min read


Math, AI, and Hope: How One Teacher is Transforming Education in Small-Town Ohio
Inside Lanae McInturf's classroom, where AI tools are helping break cycles of poverty and inspire new generations of problem-solvers.
Jan 28, 20252 min read


Wonder at Work: Software Developer Says His Career Fueled by Curiosity and His Success By AI
From high school intern to software developer, follow Ethan's story of how staying curious opened doors he never knew existed.
Jan 21, 20252 min read
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