Office of the President
The AI Conversation:
Exploring AI in Teaching, Research, and Work
Come, Learn, and Connect!
The AI Conversation is a new webinar series launching this fall, hosted by Bao Johri, Vice President for Information Technology and CIO. In each 30-minute episode, Dr. Johri will interview faculty or staff to explore how they use AI in creative and impactful ways—whether to enhance teaching, advance research, or streamline operations. More than just a presentation, the series fosters open dialogue focused on using AI responsibly, ethically, and effectively within our campus community.
Meet Our Upcoming Guests:
Thursday, September 4 - 12:00 - 12:30 PM
Dr. Thanos Aris Panagopoulos, Associate Professor of Computer Science, examines how advancements in AI influence not only his teaching and research but the broader field of computer science. The conversation explores the evolving role of AI in real-world problem-solving, the ethical challenges of intelligent systems, and the future of interdisciplinary collaboration.
Friday, September 5 - 9:00 - 9:30 AM
Professor Holly Sowles, Chair for the School of Art, Design and Art History, discusses how AI is reshaping creative education. From early research on AI in interior design to evolving classroom practices, learn how Professor Sowles navigates the ethical and artistic possibilities of AI while fostering interdisciplinary collaboration.
Future Webinars
Dr. Ahran Koo
Dr. Ahran Koo, Associate Professor of Art Education, explores how AI is transforming curriculum and classroom experiences. Through the lens of contemporary AI artists and scholars, her work encourages students to critically reflect on traditional art, creativity, and visual storytelling, inspiring them to consider culture, authorship, and ethics.
Dr. Laura Huisinga
Dr. Laura Huisinga, Associate Professor in the Department of Art, Design, and
Art History considers the evolving impact of AI on contemporary design education and creative practice, highlighting how emerging technologies are influencing both pedagogical approaches and the design process itself.
Dr. Nupur Hajela
Dr. Nupur Hajela, Associate Professor in Physical Therapy, integrates her background as a clinician and neuroscientist into teaching and research. Her work considers rehabilitation, neurological conditions, and student learning, connecting clinical practice with emerging directions in the field.
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