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Center for AI and Data Analytics (CAIDA)

 

As a Carnegie-designated Research College and University, the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) is intentionally advancing toward Research 2 (R2) status as part of its broader strategy to strengthen research capacity, competitiveness, and institutional impact. Achieving this goal requires not only growth in research activity and external funding, but also the strategic use of emerging technologies, particularly artificial intelligence (AI) and data analytics, to modernize research infrastructure, enhance decision-making, and improve outcomes across the institution. By leveraging AI-enabled tools and data-driven approaches, UAPB can accelerate research productivity while simultaneously advancing student success, operational effectiveness, workforce development, and institutional sustainability.

The mission of the Center for Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics (CAIDA) is to advance data analytics, AI, innovation, and research in support of recruitment and retention efforts, institutional effectiveness, academic enhancement and excellence, and workforce development at UAPB. As a central source of expertise and support, CAIDA serves as the university’s hub for data-informed decision-making, AI training and development, and interdisciplinary research. Through strategic guidance, technical assistance, and collaborative initiatives, the Center enables faculty, students, staff, and administrators to leverage data and intelligent systems to enhance student success, strengthen operational performance, and increase research competitiveness.

 

CAIDA fulfills a dual institutional and research-facing role, including:

  • Institutional Data & Analytics Hub
  • AI Training & Workforce Development
  • Innovation & Applied Research
  • Research Infrastructure & Capacity Building

 

For more information, please email:

Founding Executive Director, Dr. Trina Fletcher – fletchert@uapb.edu and CC: orsp@uapb.edu.

 

This activity (equipment, material, event, position is funded) was paid for in total or in part by funding from the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Postsecondary Education, Institutional Services Program, Title III-Part B Strengthening Historically Black Colleges & Universities Program and/or Student Aid and Fiscal Responsibility Act, and/or Part F Fostering Undergraduate Talent by Unlocking Resources for Education Act.