Savannah State University

Integrate the IBM SkillsBuild Getting Started with AI module into all First-Year Experience (FYE) courses.

The Mathematics Program at Savannah State University proposes a pilot project to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into mathematics instruction beginning in Spring 2026

Engaging in High Impact Practices (HIPs) improves student learning outcomes. Research shows that students involved in high-impact practices enjoy higher levels of learning success, retention and degree completion. Research and research training, for example, are fundamental cornerstones of an academic institution. Students who learn to perform research, use systematic methods to investigate significant problems in innovative ways, and who learn to clearly communicate their findings to diverse audiences, are uniquely trained in the high-demand skill sets needed by our modern-day workforce.

The Summer Success Academy (SSA) is a structured summer bridge program designed to support incoming first-year students who are required to enroll in co-requisite English or Mathematics courses due to not fully meeting college admissions benchmarks. The program provides an early, supportive transition into the academic, social, and personal expectations of university life while equipping students with the skills and confidence necessary for long-term success.
Program Design and Structure:

Evaluate all program maps in light of the USG Core IMPACTS and update our associate pathway for our two associate degrees (Core in Arts and Core in Science) using the changes/adjustments made to Core IMPACTS. Stabilizing the leadership in the coordination of the curriculum and implementation of FYE.

This project aims to equip students with the soft skills (super skills) needed to succeed in the workplace. Savannah State University (SSU) will implement trainings, activities, and programming to teach and reinforce soft skills development

Develop the faculty mentorship program. This program assists students with career exploration, selecting and aligning major electives with their career aspirations, participation with High Impact Practices such as: scholarships, internships, study abroad

Educate incoming and continuing students on financial literacy. This includes campus activities regarding understanding the FAFSA, financial aid processing, reviewing student accounts, balancing a budget, and making healthy fiscal decisions. These activities are in collaboration with the Center for Student Success and Retention and Housing & Residence Life