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Washington Okeyo

Bridging Continents with AI: Prof. Washington Okeyo’s Vision for Entrepreneurship Education

Tuesday, May 19, 2026
This spring, the Obermann Center for Advanced Studies welcomed Professor Washington Okeyo as an Obermann International Fellow. Okeyo arrived in Iowa City from Kenya on March 2, 2026, and his first weeks brought a series of memorable surprises. His arrival coincided with his 70th birthday, and before long he had encountered the full range of Midwestern spring weather: unexpected snow, a tornado warning, and warm, sunny days, all within a matter of weeks. Working closely with the Tippie College of Business, Prof. Okeyo used his fellowship to explore a rapidly evolving frontier: the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into entrepreneurship education.