Policy · AI · Civic Technology
A student-led UCalgary club exploring how AI and emerging technologies shape law, policy, privacy, rights, and public life. Every background welcome. No experience required.
PACT is a student organization at the University of Calgary built around the intersection of artificial intelligence, emerging technology, public policy, law, privacy, digital rights, and civic impact.
We exist because AI is advancing faster than the policies, regulations, and public conversations surrounding it — and students across every discipline have a role to play in shaping what comes next. PACT is the space where that conversation begins.
AI is reshaping law, democracy, healthcare, and public life in real time — but the policies and protections surrounding it are still catching up. Students need a space to understand these forces and help shape what comes next.
From algorithmic bias to smart city surveillance, PACT covers the full spectrum of where technology meets society, governance, and human rights.
PACT is a platform for building real skills, connecting with experts, and contributing to important conversations — not just listening to them.
PACT is designed for students from all programs and backgrounds. If you're curious about how AI and technology affect the world — you belong here.
No background in technology or policy required. Whether you're technical, policy-focused, law-focused, or simply curious — PACT is for you.
Why join PACT? Because the future of AI governance, digital rights, and civic technology will be shaped by people who understand both the technology and its social impact.
PACT gives you the opportunity to build skills in research, writing, public speaking, event planning, policy analysis, and civic engagement — while meeting like-minded students across disciplines.
Explore career paths in law, public policy, AI governance, cybersecurity policy, responsible innovation, government, research, advocacy, and technology — all from one community.
PACT is looking for motivated students to help build the club from the ground up. Executive roles are an opportunity to lead, learn, and shape a new student movement.
Become a founding member. Fill out the interest form to join as a general member or express interest in an executive role. No experience needed — just bring your curiosity.