Common Dialogue Day
Events and Sessions
Common Dialogue Day will be held November 14, 2023.
View event details below!
| Start Time | End Time | Event Name | Speaker(s) | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:00am | 10:15am | Welcome and Keynote Address | Pres. Doug Palmer, Sr. Mary Jones, and Keynote (Dr. Cynthia Alby) | PAC Music Hall & Teams Livestream |
| 10:15am | 10:45am | Refreshments | Casual Conversation with Keynote and Attendees | PAC lobby |
| 10:45am | 11:30am | Break Out Session Timeslot #1 | See Below | See Below – In Person and Virtual |
| 11:30am | 1:45pm | Lunch and Interactive Activities | See Below | See Below |
| 1:45pm | 2:30pm | Break Out Session Timeslot #2 | See Below | See Below – In Person and Virtual |
Breakout Session #1
10:45am-11:30am
| Session Name | Description | Speaker(s) | Location and Teams Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keynote Q & A | Continuation of Q & A with our keynote speaker | Dr. Cynthia Alby | DH 203 Teams Link |
| Chatting with ChatGPT: Can we be friends? | I began an “evolving” relationship with ChatGPT in April of 2023. I’ll describe various experiences and experiments as well as what I’ve learned about the challenges AI presents to students and teachers. | Gail Ryder | DH 204 (In Person Only) |
| What would the Gilbreths think of AI? – A Historical Interpretation of Scientific Management | This presentation reviews the scientific management philosophies of Frank and Lillian Gilbreth (inventors and efficiency experts in the early 1900’s) and how they may have responded to AI. | Julieanna Frost | SCI 21 (In Person Only) |
| How AI Can Help Biological Research | AI can process patterns in sound and sight, thus helping to analyze audio and video/picture recordings, which is especially useful when lots of data are collected and need to be interpreted quickly and with minimal personnel. | Tom Wassmer | SCI 122 Teams Link |
| “Barbarian bridles at home promise evil covenants”: How Humans Learned to Imagine Artificial Intelligence | In the mid-19th century, people were entertained by the Eureka machine as it composed verses of poetry. They viewed for the first time photographs—pictures drawn by the “pencil of nature,” and they were kept safe by the telegraph in its function as an “electric constable” and “avenging angel.” We will discuss these examples to see what they reveal about the development of cultural discourses about technological intelligence and explore how these early machines have influenced our cultural conversations today. | Susan Shelangoskie | UC Board Room 203A Teams Link |
| Summer Internship Experiences in STEM-I | Audrey, Taylor, Will, and Isabelle will describe how they used various forms of technology with plant genetics, sharks, cyber-infrastructure, and mussels for the common good. In the Q&A that follows, participants will learn more about each job responsibility and how to find similar opportunities. | Audrey Couturier, Taylor Eppard, Will Stiverson, and Isabelle Uganski | SCI 131 (In Person Only) |
| A.I. in Psychology | Join us to discuss teletherapy, AI hotlines, and the use of ChatGPT to identify mental health disorders. We’ll also share some on campus and off campus resources that people can use to improve their mental health. | Psychology Club | DH 114-115 Teams Link |
| Can AI be my music teacher? | Students in LAS 130-AK (First Year Experience) were given an assignment to engage with AI by asking music related questions. Three students from the course will present their projects, findings, and conclusions. Students will discuss their conversations with AI ranging from percussion and marching band, instruction of major and minor basics to a non-musician, and qualities of The Imperial March. | Michael Blumenauer, Drew Price, Charlotte Rittenhouse, and Gracen Spiteri | Rueckert (In Person Only) |
Lunch and Interactive Activities
| Time | Event Name | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Ongoing from 11:00-1:30pm | Dialogue about Artificial Intelligence over lunch | Cafe |
| Ongoing from 11:00am-2:00pm | Virtual Reality Experience (hosted by SPARC) | UC Living Room |
| 1:30pm | AI-Generated Image Winner Announced | Center for Belonging |
Breakout Session #2
1:45pm – 2:30pm
| Session Name | Description | Speaker(s) | Location and Teams Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Conclusion is Up to You: Writing Papers with Ethical Considerations Using ChatGPT | When asked to write a paper on an ethical question, ChatGPT repeatedly fails to draw a conclusion. Therefore, while ChatGPT can successfully outline the paper for you, the writer must draw their own conclusion. Does leaving the conclusion up to you, serve the common good? | Erin Horkey | SCI 21 Teams Link |
| Humorous Humanity: Who Knew Life Questions Were So Simple? | A series of life questions will be put through ChatGPT analysis to see what the A.I. can generate, and a discussion will be held on the results. | Matthew Ripper & Dylan Vazquez | DH 114-115 Teams Link |
| AI-Powered Racism | Given that humans and the systems we create reflect our prejudices, we must address the idea that artificial intelligence can also reflect these prejudices. In this presentation, we will discuss some of the areas where race and AI intersect and some of the work being done to mitigate the deepening of systemic racism at the hands of AI. | Leland Harper | Teams Link |
| Summer Internship Experiences in STEM-II | Antonina, Alexia, Brooke, and Gavin will describe how they used various forms of technology with environmental engineering, fish, senior citizens, and cardiology for the common good. In the Q&A that follows, participants will learn more about each job responsibility and how to find similar opportunities. | Antonina Anderson, Alexia Elizardo, Brooke Hildebrandt, and Gavin Sluss | SCI 131 (In Person Only) |
| Whose Work is it Anyway?: Where Everything’s Made Up and the Points Don’t Matter | Have you used ChatGPT, Bard, Bloom, or Bing! AI to help you with your homework? What about a test? In this session, we’ll do a group demo exercise to show off some of the ways you can use large language learning models to effectively support your college experience. We’ll also talk about the limits of LLMs, plus get your take on the ethical use of AI. Where does it make sense to use it? When is it crossing a line? | Ashley Harris & Keri Griffin | Rueckert Teams Link |
| pAIn or gAIn? Exploring the effects of artificial intelligence on well-being | The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into various aspects of our lives has ushered in a transformative era, reshaping the landscape of human well-being. As AI technologies continue to advance, their impact on our daily routines, professional landscapes, and societal structures becomes increasingly profound. The effects of AI on human well-being are multifaceted, influencing everything from healthcare and education to employment and social interactions. While AI has the potential to enhance efficiency, improve medical diagnostics, and facilitate innovation, it also raises ethical concerns, challenges traditional employment paradigms, and poses questions about the preservation of privacy and autonomy. This intricate interplay between the benefits and challenges of AI demands a nuanced exploration to ensure that the integration of these technologies aligns with the fundamental principles of human flourishing. In this context, understanding the multifaceted effects of AI on human well-being becomes imperative for individuals, policymakers, and societies at large. – written by chatGPT | Patti Rousselo | SCI 44 Teams Link |