Michael Spence
Michael Spence is the president and provost of University College London (UCL), a leading global university known for its research and academic excellence. He has been a vocal advocate for the integration of artificial intelligence in education, emphasizing the importance of teaching students skills that machines cannot replicate, such as interpersonal and cross-disciplinary abilities. Spence has also highlighted the necessity of a deep understanding of academic disciplines to foster critical thinking and adaptability in the evolving job market. Under his leadership, UCL has pursued innovative collaborations, including a trilateral agreement with IIT Delhi and AIIMS to advance AI technologies in medical research. He asserts that a college education remains vital in preparing students for the challenges of the fourth Industrial Revolution.
Not in the pool (under ¢1).
Recent news mentions
Michael Spence is one of the authors analyzing the midterm elections and their implications.
The midterm election won’t fix US politics
Guyana· 2026-02-13
Michael Spence discusses the need for a clear aim and objective for education in Jamaica.
Letter of the Day | Create more civilized, productive and patriotic citizens | Letters
Jamaica· 2026-01-26Michael Spence is the author of the letter discussing Jamaica's economic challenges.
Many Rivers to Cross Jamaica | LettersJamaica· 2025-12-25
Michael Spence is the author of the letter discussing oil and US-Venezuela relations.
Letter of the Day | Whose oil is it – Venezuela’s or US’s? | LettersJamaica· 2025-12-25
Michael Spence discusses the rapid development of AI and its significant opportunities for emerging economies.
Michael Spence, économiste : « Le développement rapide de l’IA offre d’importantes possibilités aux économies émergentes »
France· 2025-11-23Michael Spence, the university president, expressed his shock at the antisemitic comments made by Dr. Makousi.
תלונה נגד מרצה, שטענה שיהודים רצחו נזיר כדי לאפות מדמו "פנקייקים"
Israel· 2025-11-17
Michael Spence emphasizes the need for rebuilding Jamaica's productive capacity and supporting local farmers.
Rebuild by supporting local farmers | LettersJamaica· 2025-10-08Michael Spence emphasizes the importance of a jury system in a civilized democracy.
Jury system must be strengthened, and embraced | LettersJamaica· 2025-09-10Michael Spence is a Nobel laureate and Professor Emeritus of Economics at Stanford University.
Adam Smith a los 250 años
Venezuela· 2025-08-19
Michael Spence expresses concerns about Jamaica's nuclear technology and the need for transparency.
Nuclear concerns a call for transparency | LettersJamaica· 2025-06-26Michael Spence is a coauthor of 'Permacrisis: A Plan to Fix a Fractured World'.
¿Y si la economía global no va por un camino tan accidentado ni incierto?
Costa Rica· 2025-06-20Michael Spence is recognized as a co-recipient of the Nobel Prize in Economics alongside Joseph Stiglitz.
«Trump zerstört gerade die Grundlagen unserer Innovationskraft»
Switzerland· 2025-06-13
Michael Spence pleaded guilty to assault and possession of illegal ammunition magazines.
National Defence to set up civilian-military panels to discipline members accused of inappropriate conduct
Canada· 2025-06-09
Master-Corporal Michael Spence, a member of Joint Task Force 2, pleaded guilty to assault and possession of illegal ammunition magazines.
Critics say Ottawa harmed progress on intimate partner violence by invoking national security in case of assault by elite soldierCanada· 2025-05-30
Master-Corporal Michael Spence pleaded guilty to assault and possession of illegal ammunition magazines.
Federal Justice Department invokes national security in case of elite soldier’s assault of spouseCanada· 2025-05-30
Michael Spence is a Nobel laureate in Economics and a professor emeritus at Stanford University.
Las consecuencias económicas de las políticas de la administración TrumpVenezuela· 2025-05-15
Michael Spence is a Nobel Prize-winning economist and professor emeritus at Stanford University.
Navegar la tormenta TrumpVenezuela· 2025-04-10Michael Spence is the Mayor of Churchill and a member of York Factory First Nation, advocating for local control of the port.
Port of Churchill sees renewed interest as Canada looks to diversify trade routesCanada· 2025-03-30
Dr Michael Spence, a former vice chancellor of the University of Sydney, discusses the cultural divides in Sydney.
“Working Australians” and “immigrants” aren’t mutually exclusive
Australia· 2025-03-28
Michael Spence, Nobel Prize-winning economist, is an emeritus professor of economics and former dean of the Graduate School of Business at Stanford University.
¿Qué le pasa a la economía alemana?Venezuela· 2025-03-16UCL’s president, Dr. Michael Spence, expressed thoughts with the survivors and paid tribute to the bravery of the women who reported the crimes.
Chinese student found guilty in British court of drugging and raping 10 women
United States· 2025-03-06
Michael Spence is the president and provost of University College London and discusses the importance of teaching skills that machines cannot replicate.
UCL prez on AI: Didn't stop teaching maths when calculators came | India News
India· 2025-02-16