The mission of the DePaul AI Institute is to capitalize on the expertise of DePaul faculty from across many colleges and programs to promote interdisciplinary research and educational programs centered around the promises and the challenges presented by AI. By leveraging interdisciplinary collaboration, the Institute connects experts across diverse fields like healthcare, law, business, natural and social sciences, computing, and the arts, while also focusing on ethical, societal, and legal aspects of AI.

The institute supports advanced research addressing real-world challenges, promotes interdisciplinary collaborations, and offers unique educational programs, including potential new AI-related degrees, certificates, and other educational activities geared toward AI workforce training. The DePaul AI Institute is committed to applying AI for the greater social good, fostering partnerships with industry, government, and nonprofit organizations to address pressing societal challenges.

These collaborations provide a platform for the responsible and impactful development of AI-driven solutions that can improve social outcomes in areas such as healthcare access, sustainable development, criminal justice, economic development, and education. The institute will also serve as a central hub for faculty and students to access internal and external resources, as well as educational and training materials related to AI.