In the Year of AI at The University of Texas at Austin, Professor Amelia Stone's class on artificial intelligence (AI) was buzzing with excitement. Students, both seasoned computer science majors and curious newcomers, gathered around the lab tables, each one equipped with a state-of-the-art neural network simulator. Professor Stone guided them through intricate concepts of machine learning and deep learning, her passion for AI infectious. Outside the classroom, campus life was infused with AI innovations. From smart parking systems to automated food delivery, students marveled at how their professors' teachings were shaping the future. As the semester progressed, the class worked on a final project: creating an AI chatbot for The Daily Texan, the university newspaper. They designed it to engage readers with personalized news recommendations based on past reading history and current events. The project culminated in a presentation that drew a packed audience of students and faculty, showcasing the potential of AI to revolutionize media consumption. The Year of AI at UT Austin had only just begun, but its impact was already palpable.