Friend or Foe? How AI is Rewriting the Rules of Communication
The Writer’s AI Advantage: Leveraging Technology to Enhance Your Skills and Stay Ahead
Date: October 19, 2024
Location: Lawrence Technological University Library – Buell Bldg. – #5 – Rm M113
Address: 21000 West 10 Mile Rd., Southfield, MI 48075
Agenda: 8:30-9:00 am – Networking and breakfast | 9:15 – 11:30 am – Program (with break) | 11:30-12:00 pm – Q&A | 12:00-1:00 pm – Adjourn for optional private tour of priceless Albert Kahn Collection
Registration Deadline: October 18, 2024 at Midnight
Eventbrite Registration Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/friend-or-foe-how-ai-is-rewriting-the-rules-of-communication-tickets-964571648767?aff=erelexpmlt
AI has impacted every aspect of our lives, and we find that our audiences are curious and cautious about this relatively new tool that promises higher productivity, an easier way to knock off mundane tasks and outlines, and countless other benefits, even at the risk of sacrificing some accuracy, authenticity, and privacy.
We’ve invited a computer and data scientist, a rhetorician, an attorney, and a librarian to provide a look at this rapidly spreading ability to tap unknown resources, and in essence, reason with a robot. How are we preparing communicators to take full advantage of everything AI promises?
Guided by our experienced moderator, who has deep expertise in the communications field, the discussion promises to be dynamic and thought-provoking.
An exploration to understand and utilize AI from four perspectives:
- Science behind AI in communications
- Ethical use of AI in communications
- Legal use of AI in communications including copyright laws
- Preparing students to be future communicators in an AI world
About Our Moderator:
Renée Ahee – Owner of In Other Words
Our moderator, Renée Ahee is owner of In Other Words, where words, whether written or oral, video or print, motivate, inspire and change behavior. Renée has been in the world of public relations and marketing her entire career, both on the corporate side of PR, Marketing and Investor Relations, and running nonprofits.
About Our Presenters:
Dr. Laura McCann – Associate Professor of Writing Studies
Dr. Laura McCann is Associate Professor of Writing Studies in the Humanities, Social Studies, and Communication Department in the College of Arts and Sciences, and Director of Horldt Writing Center. Read more about Laura’s background.
Dr. Paula Lauren – Associate Professor of Computer Science
Dr. Paula Lauren is Associate Professor of Computer Science in the Mathematics and Computer Science Department in the College of Arts and Sciences. Read more about Paula’s background.
Cynthia Simpson – Executive Director of Library Services
Cynthia Simpson is a professionally certified librarian who has traveled, worked and studied abroad in over 20 countries across three continents. Extensive communication and managerial skills with substantial experience in education, youth, adult and academic library services. Particularly fervent about mentoring LTU students about all aspects of AI as an important tool for learning and communicating.
Jennifer Dukarski –
Jennifer Dukarski is a Certified Information Privacy Professional concentrating on the U.S. Private Sector privacy and data protection law (CIPP/US) at the law firm of Butzel, and a shareholder in Butzel’s Ann Arbor office. Read more about Jennifer’s background.
