Center for Digital Civil Society - Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering

At the Center for Digital Civil Society (CDCS), we bring together faculty, students, industry leaders and community partners to examine how emerging technologies shape society and to advance more responsible, equitable and human-centered approaches to innovation. Our work strengthens the Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering through supporting collaboration across the University of San Diego and extends beyond the campus through education, research and community engagement.

Shaping the Future of our Digital World

IMPACT

Explore our workshops and initiatives that advance responsible technology use and strengthen communities.

See our Impact →

ENGAGE

Connect through events, partnerships and programs that bring together diverse voices and ideas.

Get Involved →

EDUCATE

Access learning opportunities and resources designed to build knowledge and inspire responsible innovation.

Learn More →

FREE ONLINE COURSES

BUILD YOUR KNOWLEDGE

Explore our expert-designed courses on critical AI literacy, AI ethics and digital society and earn a digital badge.

Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence

Learn the core concepts behind artificial intelligence, including how AI systems work and how they operate.

AI Literacy

Explore how AI shapes education, work and society while developing this knowledge to evaluate its ethical, equitable and practical use.

Intellectual Property in Generative AI

Explore ethical challenges and responsible design.

AI Micro Learning

Explore how AI is shaping education, work and society through ethical, equitable and reaction perspectives.

View All Courses

Get involved with CDCS

Collaboration and Partnerships

We serve as a bridge between academia, industry and communities to address the social implications of emerging technologies and create a more equitable digital society. We invite you to learn more about our work and partner with us in building a more inclusive and responsible digital future.

Get Involved Today

Events and Forums

Bringing together data science and AI leaders, practitioners and enthusiasts in digital civil society to connect, share insights and spark collaborations at the forefront of digital innovation.