Join us for AI in April: Panel Discussions about AI in Higher Ed, a series of discussions designed to explore the transformative role of artificial intelligence in the university classroom. Whether you are an AI enthusiast, an AI newbie, or just curious about how AI is being used by faculty and students, please register to attend one or more of these presentations.
While registration is strongly encouraged, last-minute drop-ins are welcome.
Co-Sponsored by the Provost’s Office, the Dean of Continuing & Online Education, and the Faculty Development Center.
The Role of AI in Academic Innovation
Tuesday, April 16 / 3:30-5:00 / CSB AUD
Panelists will identify how AI is already built into so much of the technology that we use. They will share some simple approaches faculty can take that will help them understand how students may be using AI. The discussion will also focus on how AI can be used ethically and with reflexivity to enhance and support personalized learning rather than dehumanize the experience
Panelists: Jason Wrench (Communication), Andrew Higgins (English), Joshua Korenblat (Design), and Rich Mcelrath (Information Technology)
Refreshments served in the lobby
Register here or scan the QR code below (in-person attendance only)
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Storytelling with AI
Wednesday, April 17 / 12:30-1:45 / Faculty Development Center
Storytelling stands at the heart of human experience, bridging disciplines as diverse as literature, business, journalism, and digital media. This panel will look at storytelling with AI-generated images, videos, and text, exploring the innovative ways artificial intelligence is being integrated into the age-old art of narrative creation, from fictional case studies to publicity and instructional resources.
Refreshments provided
Panelists: Christopher Andreola (Design), Rich Mcelrath (Information Technology), and Rachel Rigolino (English)
Register here or scan the QR code below (virtual and in-person attendance)
Virtual Webex Meeting Room: https://newpaltz.webex.com/newpaltz/j.php?MTID=m287e52084b8153043f7c4b7c83fa9059
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Digital Platforms for Social Entrepreneurship: Students Implementing Tools & Data to Design Mission-Driven Solutions
Thursday, April 18 / 11:30-12:15 / Faculty Development Center
The presenters will discuss and showcase the implementation of digital technologies, including Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen AI) capabilities, leveraged by undergraduate students in a 400-level social entrepreneurship course. They will share the template they designed for a new venture focused on creating solutions for poverty alleviation and food insecurity in local communities.
Panelists: Danny Potocki (Visiting Professor; Entrepreneurship) and Jackson Rogers (Student; Business Management and Marketing ’24)
Register here or scan the QR code below (virtual and in-person attendance)
Refreshments provided
Virtual Webex Meeting Room: https://newpaltz.webex.com/newpaltz/j.php?MTID=m1e0bf0e8a93ea11c783fa7e548e720ff
