PHILADELPHIA, PA (TIP): Maryland’s Lieutenant Governor Aruna K. Miller delivered opening remarks at University of Pennsylvania during its sixth PRECISE Industry Day on October 4, 2024.
The event hosted leaders in academia, public service, and the tech industry with the aim to build partnerships across state lines and further the conversation on artificial intelligence and engineering. “AI is reshaping the world as we know it. Not just our economies, but society, democracy, and geopolitics as well, said keynote speaker Dragos Tudorache, member of the European parliament and Chief Negotiator of the EU AI Act.
Lt. Gov. Miller, who serves as the 10th Lieutenant Governor of the state of Maryland, is the second woman and the first woman of color and immigrant to be elected to statewide office. In her statement, she said “artificial intelligence is not just the future; it’s the present, and Maryland is committed to leading the charge.”
As a civil and transportation engineer, Miller, who has actively advocated for STEM during her time in the office, noted that “balancing innovation with ethical considerations, Maryland can lead in the responsible use of AI while improving public services and enhancing the quality of life for all its residents.”
Maryland has established itself as an epicenter of STEM research and education, particularly in the fields of quantum computing and artificial intelligence with Morgan State, University of Maryland, and Johns Hopkins all producing innovative research in recent years, the press release said.
“Approaching AI adoption in Maryland with pragmatic optimism,” Nishant Shah, Maryland Senior Advisor for Responsible AI said the Moore-Miller administration is taking measures to support evolving AI technologies as well as “building momentum” to encourage innovation.
As a key part of UPenn’s collaborative work in machine learning, autonomous systems, and cyber physical systems, PRECISE Industry Day sets to work towards an impactful change, uniting academia and industry at the event.
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Indian American Maryland Lt. Gov. Aruna Miller talks AI vision for state at UPenn
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Lieutenant Governor Aruna Miller Endorses Kamala Harris for President
ANNAPOLIS, MD (TIP): Lieutenant Governor Aruna Miller, on July 22, 2024, endorsed Kamala Harris to be the next President of the United States.
In a statement. Aruna said : “Adlai Stevenson said, ‘Patriotism is not short, frenzied outbursts of emotion, but the tranquil and steady dedication of a lifetime.’ President Biden is the quintessential example of this. His lifetime of dedication to our country shows what true patriotism looks like.
“From beginning his public service journey as a county councilman in 1970 to becoming one of the youngest U.S. Senators in history, Joe Biden’s commitment to our nation is unwavering. He served as Vice President to the first Black American President and now holds the highest office in the land, dedicating over 50 years to public service.
“President Biden has always been a proud partner for Maryland. His unwavering support during the FSK Bridge collapse brought hope to our state in one of its darkest moments.
“President Biden understands the threats we face to our democracy. He prioritized our nation’s future in an ultimate display of patriotism, by placing country above self-interest. As he has done for more than five decades, President Biden continues to be the leader we need. “Both President Biden and Governor Wes Moore, who served our nation in uniform, exemplify true patriotism – something the country needs now more than ever.
“I am honored to follow their lead and endorse Vice President Kamala Harris. When Vice President Harris is sworn in as the 47th President of United States in January 2025, after almost 250 years, a woman of color will write our nation’s next chapter-one built on inclusivity, opportunity, and hope, showing the limitless possibilities that lie ahead for every young person in our nation.”
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Indian American Lt. Governor Aruna Miller inducted into Maryland Women’s Hall of Fame
MARYLAND (TIP): Aruna Miller, Indian American Lt. Governor of Maryland, the first woman of color and immigrant elected to statewide office in the state, has been inducted into the Maryland Women’s Hall of Fame with four others. Others honored with Miller were US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Maryland House Speaker Adrienne A. Jones, Secretary of State Susan Lee and Comptroller Brooke Lierman.
Governor Wes Moore and First Lady Dawn Moore congratulated each inductee at the ceremony held at Government House on March 21, according to a press release.
“I am grateful to stand among the remarkable women whose legacies inspire us to see more, do more, and be more,” said Miller. “Every day, I work to uplift the people of Maryland and create a strong foundation for a future that our next generation of leaders can be proud of. “
“As my partner in this work, the Lt. Governor has made an invaluable mark on this state, and I am honored to serve alongside her,” said Moore. “The women inducted tonight into the Hall of Fame are not just an inspiration, they are our foundation. Our administration, this state, and our country would be incomplete without their hard work and impact.”
“Lt. Governor Miller is a force within this administration and a leader for all young women throughout Maryland,” said First Lady Moore. “Congratulations to all the inductees, as their careers have opened the door to other women who aspire to lead.”
Established in 1985, the Maryland Women’s Hall of Fame in partnership between the Maryland Commission for Women and the Women Legislators of Maryland memorializes and honors Maryland women whose lives and work are of historic significance to the health, economic, political, and cultural history of the state.
The 10th Lt. Governor of Maryland, Miller is the second woman to serve as Lt. Governor and the first woman of color and immigrant elected to statewide office in Maryland.
As Lt. Governor, her policy profile includes matters relating to transportation, mental health, and STEM equity. She serves as chair of the Governor’s Work Zone Safety Work Group, dedicated to making highway work zones safer and protecting the lives of workers, motorists, and law enforcement.
Miller also chairs Maryland’s first Council on Interfaith Outreach, which convenes faith leaders from across religions and across the state of Maryland to bridge divides, increase religious tolerance, end hate, and better serve all communities.
Born in Andhra Pradesh, India, Miller and her family immigrated to the United States when she was seven years old. The daughter of a mechanical engineer, she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering from the Missouri University of Science and Technology.
Previously, as a civil and transportation engineer in Montgomery County’s Department of Transportation, Miller worked to improve the safety of the public and alleviate traffic by creating equitable access to transportation throughout the county.
For 25 years, she oversaw programs that advanced access to schools and employment centers, and made community facilities safe for pedestrians, bicyclists, transit users, and people with differing abilities.
From 2010 to 2018, she represented District 15 in the Maryland House of Delegates.
For over 30 years, she has lived in Montgomery County with her husband David, where they raised three daughters.