GRAND FORKS – The University of North Dakota (UND) is set to host a day-long symposium this Friday, focusing on the relationship between the humanities and artificial intelligence (AI).
The “AI and Human Innovation Showcase” aims to bring together students, faculty, and staff to discuss the latest advancements in AI and explore its application within the humanities.
According to a statement attributed to Emily Cherry Oliver, a theater arts professor and co-director of UND’s AI and Human Development Initiative, the showcase aims to provide a platform for discussing the current developments in AI. The statement added, “If you’re terrified of AI, that’s totally fine. But maybe you can come, listen to the ways that people are using it and say, ‘Oh, this isn’t so scary.’”
Sarah Newman, director of Art and Education at Harvard’s metaLAB, will deliver a virtual keynote address to kick off the morning session.
Following the keynote, a panel comprised of UND students and staff, including Shelbie Wittie, dean of the College of Education and Human Development, will respond to Newman’s presentation and share their own work.
The afternoon will feature 25 “lightning round” presentations from humanities students and faculty, demonstrating how they are incorporating AI into their research and coursework.
The AI and Human Innovation Showcase will take place at the Henry Ballroom in UND’s Memorial Union from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 28.
