Future Innovators Unite: IEEE Computer Society Juniors Program Empowers Students with AI Knowledge

In a boon for student engagement in computer science and engineering disciplines, 70 pre-college students gathered for the IEEE Computer Society (CS) Juniors Program in Sayama, Japan. Over two days, these junior, middle, and high school students experienced the excitement of programming and artificial intelligence (AI) through creative, hands-on activities like game development and virtual reality. Participants learned programming skills using SEGA Corporation’s puzzle game, “Puyo Puyo.” They also learned to leverage AI within Minecraft, a sandbox-style digital game, equipping them with knowledge on applying artificial intelligence to advance their communities. However, before participants engaged in hands-on exploration and practical application, they listened to inspiring keynote speeches that emphasized the transformative role of technology and artificial intelligence in shaping the future. Keynote Speeches Ignite Inspiration Hironori Washizaki, IEEE CS 2025 President, opened the ... Read full article.