From August 17–20, Sha’Kia Riggins, CEO of Data B.I.T.S., LLC and contributing author to Cengage’s forthcoming AI & Machine Learning textbook, embarked on a multi-city tour across Texas to engage educators, deans, and tech leaders in meaningful conversations about the future of AI in education.
📍 Houston
Kicking off with a virtual presentation for Lone Star College–Houston North, Sha’Kia introduced MindTap and GitHub integrations to support ethical programming instruction. She then joined Cengage reps and student ambassadors at Lone Star College–CyFair for a hands-on session with programming faculty, followed by a strategic dinner in College Station with Texas A&M leadership to explore future collaborations.
📍 San Antonio
At St. Philip’s College, Sha’Kia presented the AI textbook framework and demonstrated GitHub-enhanced MindTap tools to faculty and administrators. The visit underscored the importance of preparing students for real-world AI challenges through transparent, ethical, and accessible curriculum design.
📍 Austin
The final stop featured a dual presentation at Austin Community College’s Highland Campus, where Sha’Kia previewed the AI & Machine Learning book and led a session on computer applications. These conversations helped seed future adoption and positioned Data B.I.T.S., LLC as a key partner in shaping responsible AI literacy across Texas institutions.
This trip was more than a series of presentations—it was a strategic investment in digital equity, ethical innovation, and collaborative curriculum development. Data B.I.T.S., LLC is proud to be at the forefront of this movement, ensuring that AI education is not only technically rigorous but also human-centered.
