LaCross Institute for Ethical Artificial Intelligence in Business
LaCross Institute for Ethical Artificial Intelligence in Business
AI + Ethical Leadership
= Societal Good
The LaCross Institute converges Darden's core strengths: business ethics, stakeholder theory, an enterprise-wide perspective, and cutting-edge data analytics and decision science. This powerful combination equips leaders with the critical insights and ethical grounding needed to thrive in the AI-driven world.
By focusing on ethical practices, innovation, and collaboration, we bring together industry leaders, practitioners and thinkers to shape a future where technology elevates human potential and builds a better world.
Join us in leading the charge toward a responsible, inclusive AI future.

“The aspiration is for this Institute to facilitate teaching, research, the creation of practical knowledge and meaningful conversations that allow business and society to embrace the continued expansion of artificial intelligence in ways that account for its effect on human beings. My wife Kathy and I are thrilled to support the University of Virginia and the Darden School of Business in this important work.”

Learn to navigate AI's transformative impact
Darden's degree and non-degree programs equip leaders with the knowledge and tools to apply AI strategically and ethically within organizations.

Featured Course
Driving Ethical Innovation in the Age of AI
5-7 November 2025 | Washington, D.C. Metro Area
Designed for busy senior executives who need to better understand the impact of disruptive technologies, the ethical considerations around AI and how to leverage emerging tech to drive innovation ahead of the competition, this intensive 2.5-day program is hosted in the heart of the Washington, D.C. metro area
Darden Executive Education & Lifelong Learning course led at UVA Darden DC Metro.
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