Leveling up her academic journey

November 2025

Meet Taylor

Taylor Jenkins is a second-year Cybersecurity student and Millennium Scholar at Penn State University, navigating the intense world of STEM with the help of AI.

With a packed schedule and high academic expectations, Taylor has found a smart way to study - by integrating AI into her learning routine.

How “She Runs on AI”

Taylor leans on AI to decode the toughest parts of her coursework—from programming logic and data structures to SQL queries and cybersecurity frameworks. By breaking down complex concepts into more digestible explanations, AI helps her not just understand but truly apply what she learns.

Her #1 AI Hack

Taylor’s favorite AI trick? Asking for multiple layers of explanation: a simplified breakdown, a full technical version, and a real-world example.

This multi-angle approach gives her clarity and confidence across any concept she tackles.

How AI Changed Her Routine

Before using AI, Taylor would spend hours rereading dense textbooks or rewatching lectures.

Now, she streamlines her learning: generating study guides, walking through code logic step-by-step, and creating practice questions.

AI hasn’t replaced her hard work; it’s just made it more focused and efficient.

Her Advice to Women Exploring AI

“Approach it with curiosity and confidence. Use AI as a tool to deepen your understanding, but always pair it with your own critical thinking and academic effort.”

Follow SheRunsOnAI™ for inspiration from women building, thinking, and leading with AI. Let’s ‘Run on AI’, not to run faster but go to places we’ve never been before, together.