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AI 101: What Every College Student Needs to Know

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September 19th, 2024, 12:00 – 12:50pm

Olin 268

Artificial Intelligence is dominating the headlines worldwide, and it’s having a tremendous impact on nearly every aspect of our lives. Let’s dive into AI and discover how we got here. We’ll trace its fascinating origins to its current impact on campus life. We’ll focus on the current state of AI and unbox how Generative AI and Large Language Models work, and discuss the remarkable strides being made in AI that are transforming many fields. But it’s not all rosy – we’ll also tackle the thorny issues of privacy concerns, ethical dilemmas, and environmental impacts. Get ready for a balanced, no-nonsense look at AI that will equip you to navigate this tech-driven world with your eyes wide open.

Professor Brian King, Associate Professor of Computer Science
Professor Diane Jakacki, Digital Scholarship Coordinator, Associated Faculty in Comparative and Digital Humanities
Professor Kelly McConville, Director of the Dominguez Center for Data Science

Bring a phone or laptop for audience participation activities! Pizza will be provided.

Sponsored by the Dominguez Center for Data Science

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