The University of Cincinnati is gearing up for its AI & Emerging Technology Symposium, and if you're part of the UC community, now's your chance to delve into the world of artificial intelligence as it reshapes education and beyond. Set for Feb. 18, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Tangeman University Center, the event is free for UC students, faculty, and staff who are eager to engage with the potential of AI.
Bharath Prabhakaran, UC Vice President and Chief Digital Officer, underscores the importance of the symposium, stating, “AI is transforming the way we learn, work and innovate, and UC is meeting that moment with purpose.” The day's theme, “Bearcats AI Ready! Powering the Future of Work, Research, and Learning," reflects the university's commitment to integrating AI into its culture, something Prabhakaran openly champions in a statement obtained by the University of Cincinnati's news article.
This isn't just another academic conference. Joe Mulford from Amazon Web Services will serve as the morning keynote speaker, sharing insights from his time as Chief Revenue Officer at UC Berkeley Athletics and his national dealings with universities harnessing AI. Bold in its approach, the conference schedule lists a 10:45 a.m. keynote titled "From Cloud to Cognition – How AI Is Reshaping the Future of Higher Education and Athletics," as per UC News, promising a look into how AI analytics and machine learning are driving innovation in university settings.
In the afternoon, expect a penetrating panel discussion, moderated by Dr. Kelly Cohen, talking UC professor and Brian H. Rowe Endowed Chair in Aerospace Engineering, with over thirty years of AI expertise. This 3:15 p.m. panel tackles the ethical side of AI, focusing on transparency, ethics, and human-centered design, a subject Dr. Cohen holds dear, according to his featured work in the university's announcement. Breakout sessions, led by members of the UC community, further flesh out the symposium, providing a diverse range of perspectives on AI's role at the university level.
