AIAI Initiative
The Artificial Intelligence and I Initiative
Spring semester
Feb. 11, 2026
*AI Movie Night: "Short Circuit"
7 - 9 p.m. - Nicholson Library
Feb. 13, 2026
Book Club – “How to Think With AI”
12 - 12:45 p.m. - Nicholson Library
Feb. 18, 2026
Guest Lecture: "The Future of AI and Education"
Presented by Patrick Dempsey, EdD, Loyola University Maryland
A thought leader discusses how AI is transforming education, from personalized learning to AI-driven administrative tools.
4:30 - 6 p.m. - Richard and Lucille Ice Auditorium
May 11, 2026
*Faculty Collegium: Integrating AI into the Curriculum
Presented by Patrick Dempsey, EdD, Loyola University Maryland
A professional development session for faculty across disciplines to incorporate AI concepts into their courses.
May 22, 2026
Annual Student Symposium
Students from the BNMG 486 course (Artificial Intelligence and I: Mindset for the AI Age) will synthesize their learning by developing and delivering a professional oral presentation at the 麻豆区 Student Symposium. Each student will present their capstone project — demonstrating their ability to integrate course concepts, reflect on personal and professional growth, and articulate the impact of AI on their field or community.
Recurring events
Held from 12-1 p.m. on the first Friday of the month in the Austin Reading Room.
Come together to share your latest AI wins and misses. Find inspiration, practical tips and plenty of laughs navigating the exciting ups and downs of AI together! Hosted by the Nicholson Library.
*AI Wins and Misses
Held from 12-1 p.m. on the first Friday of the month in the Austin Reading Room.
Come together to share your latest AI wins and misses. Find inspiration, practical tips and plenty of laughs navigating the exciting ups and downs of AI together! Hosted by the Nicholson Library.
Held from 12-1 p.m. on the second Friday of the month in the Austin Reading Room.
Discuss influential AI research papers and books in a collaborative setting.
The fall semester book is "Rewiring Your Mind for AI" by David Wood.
The spring semester book is "How to Think With AI: A Simple Guide to Boost Brain Power, Creativity, and Performance" by Alison McCauley.
Hosted by the Nicholson Library.
AI Book Club
Held from 12-1 p.m. on the second Friday of the month in the Austin Reading Room.
Discuss influential AI research papers and books in a collaborative setting.
The fall semester book is "Rewiring Your Mind for AI" by David Wood.
The spring semester book is "How to Think With AI: A Simple Guide to Boost Brain Power, Creativity, and Performance" by Alison McCauley.
Hosted by the Nicholson Library.
Based off the AI "Wins,” a collection of online tutorials, datasets and tools to support AI learning and research is being created. More to come.
*AI Resource Hub
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