Words from the Alumni Chair As AI emerges, our alumni are on the cutting edge

This message was written by ChatGPT, a large language model trained by OpenAI based on the GPT-3.5 architecture, using content provided by Andrew Norris ’03. It has been edited for length.

Dear Crescent Alumni,

It’s my pleasure to welcome you to this edition of Past & Present, where we explore the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence and its impact on our alumni. AI isn’t just a buzzword or a futuristic concept but rather a significant and growing part of our everyday lives. From the virtual assistants on our phones and home devices to the personalized recommendations we receive from online platforms, AI is transforming the way we live, work, and communicate.

Many alumni are leading the charge in the AI space, working in cutting-edge research labs, developing innovative start-ups, and contributing to the development of new AI-driven technologies that are revolutionizing industries across the globe.

In this issue, we showcase some of the fascinating ways our alumni are working with AI, including in healthcare, finance, education, and more. We also take a closer look at some of the ethical considerations and challenges associated with the rapid advancement of AI.

As always, we are committed to fostering meaningful connections and relationships among our alumni. Whether it’s through attending a branch reception, nominating a fellow alumnus for an award, or sharing your expertise with current students, there are many ways to get involved and give back to the Crescent community.

Thank you for your ongoing support and dedication to Crescent. We look forward to continuing to grow and learn with you, and to the exciting possibilities that AI will bring to our alumni community.

Warm regards,

Andrew Norris ’03 Chair, Crescent Alumni Executive

Past & Present is published twice a year by Crescent School’s Advancement Department to help all alumni stay connected with the Crescent community.

Cover: Carlos Osorio + Midjourney

Editor: Kristin Foster Editorial

Committee: Kristin Foster, Leslie Pringle, Lynda Torneck, Claire van Nostrand

Editorial Board: Spencer Belyea ’13, David Bruser ’95, Bert Fielding ’13, Philip Lloyd ’09, Myles Slocombe ’92

Design Agency: Aegis Design Inc.

Senior Designer: Sabrina Xiang Writers: Rob Csernyik, Kristin Foster, Pat Morden, Lynda Torneck Photographers: Karenna Boychuk, Lyndon French, Carlos Osorio, Nation Wong Illustrator: Kara Pyle

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