This weekly update brings exciting news about agentic AI changing how students learn around the world. Agentic AI is different from regular AI chatbots because it can plan ahead, make decisions, and complete many steps on its own.

In the United States, the University of Southern California opened a brand new research lab focused on agentic AI. The USC Marshall School of Business partnered with a company called Thunder to create this special lab. Students at USC will now work directly with businesses to solve real problems using agentic AI.

The lab will help students understand how agentic AI changes the way companies work. It will also give students chances to get internships and jobs with companies that use this new technology. The dean of USC Marshall, Geoff Garrett, said students can now apply their knowledge to real-world situations.

Meanwhile, universities everywhere are trying to figure out how to use agentic AI in their classrooms. Some schools are already moving past simple AI tools and bringing in more advanced systems. These systems can help teachers create personalized lessons for each student.

However, many schools face challenges because their old computer systems were not built to work with agentic AI. Schools need modern platforms that can let AI agents work safely with student information.

Experts say agentic AI will change everything about education. Students might use AI helpers to translate materials, summarize readings, or follow personalized learning paths. Teachers could use AI to spot students who need extra help and suggest ways to support them.

In California, over 200 AI experts met at UC Santa Cruz to talk about the future of AI agents and robots. The October 6 event included discussions about how AI agents work and how they can be used safely.

A new training program also launched this week, offering courses in agentic AI engineering. This shows how demand is growing for people who know how to build and work with AI agents.