Quick Summary
The purpose of this series is to learn and explore the tangible applications and implementations of Artificial Intelligence (AI) across all types of libraries.
The purpose of this series is to learn and explore the tangible applications and implementations of Artificial Intelligence (AI) across all types of libraries in the Minitex region. AI is fast developing and it is difficult to keep up with all the latest developments, let alone explore them all yourself! The format will be 20-30 minute bite sized presentations with Q&A or demonstrations on a variety of topics. Plus, your input will shape new topics as we develop the series into 2025!
Here are some things to know:
- Please register for each session you are interested in attending, reminders and Zoom links will be sent the Friday before each meeting.
- Sessions will be on Zoom, 12:00 pm CST, 40 minutes in length, on Tuesdays.
- Sessions will consist of a 20 minute presentation on a specific aspect of AI in Libraries, with 15-20 minutes left for questions and comments. If there is robust conversation occurring, no need to end early, but no pressure to stay.
- There will be no cost, sessions are open to any library worker interested in the topic, but registration is required.
Dates and topics with registration links:
- August 6, 2024: The Promise and Perils of Generative AI: What You Need to Know with Laura Allen
- August 20, 2024: AI Research Tools Petting Zoo with Mozhdeh Khodarahmi
- September 10, 2024: Event Planning and Marketing with ChatGPT with Megan Bratten
- October 8, 2024: Data Analysis with Pinpoint and Considerations for your Audience with Cynthia Tu
- November 12, 2024: Cataloging with ChatGPT with Conrrado Saldivar
- December 10, 2024: AI Literacy with Undergraduate Students with Kate Peterson
This event is organized by the Minitex Artificial Intelligence (AI) Community of Interest. We are a group of Minitex staff from across different units who are all interested and enthusiastic about the intersection of AI and libraries. We create learning opportunities such as webinars, discussion forums, and articles, with an emphasis on tangible applications of AI at the local level.
