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Summer of AI

The Center for Innovation in Teaching & Learning (CITL) along with campus partners from The University Library, Technology Services, NCSA, ATLAS and The Siebel Center for Design will host the Summer of AI at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Throughout this summer-long series faculty and staff will have the opportunity to participate in hands-on workshops, guest talks, and conversations on how AI impacts the future of teaching and learning. 
 
A screen shot of the opening slide for this presentation title AI for Inclusion
The Summer of AI launched with a generative AI Showcase hosted at the Siebel Center for Design. This multi-presenter event highlighted diverse and innovative uses of AI across campus. The kick-off started with a presentation by CITL's Erin Cruez Supporting Neurodiverse Learners with AI

In her 7-minute lightning talk Erin demonstrated how tools like ChatGPT and Copilot can scaffold executive functioning, simplify complex texts, and serve as academic success coaches—especially helpful for students with ADHD, ASD, or executive function challenges. View the recording of this presentation.

In addition the kick-off showcased demonstrations and discussions including:
  • AI Audio Tools: Local Models for Emotive Speech and Sound Generation, Yury Borukhovich
  • Aida the XR AI Assistant built with Illinois Chat, Alexander Dill
  • Context-Aware AI Workflows with Local Tools, Vishal Sachdev
  • Canva AI for Creative Content, Shenika Glover
  • M.C. Escher vs. AI: Who Wins in Art?, Robert Baird
  • Perspectives on AI from Europe and Beyond, Przemek Bosak

 

What to Expect this Summer

Bi-Weekly Newsletter 

Subscribe to the Summer of AI newsletter to receive GenAI tips directly in your inbox. This newsletter will also be your source for upcoming events, workshop registrations and highlights from the summer series. 

GenAI Workshops

Register for a hands-on workshop to help you get started using campus-supported tools like Copilot, Adobe Firefly, and Illinois Chat. We’ll also offer workshops focusing on student success with AI, and how to use and create your own AI agent. Workshop descriptions and registration links can be found below.

 

Guest Speakers and Panel Discussions

Engage in thoughtful presentations and facilitated conversations about the future of AI and it’s impacts on higher education. All sessions will be held in Armory room 156 and shared remotely via Zoom. No registration required for these virtual events.

 
Gen AI Support Session - On Campus and Zoom:

GenAI support sessions are available every Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

No registration required, just stop by Armory room 156 or visit us in the dedicated Summer of AI Zoom room.


In partnership with The University Library, Technology Services, NCSA, ATLAS and The Siebel Center for Design 

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