AIAI Initiative
The Artificial Intelligence and I Initiative
Schedule of events
All events (unless otherwise noted) are free and open to the public.
Events marked with an asterisk (*) are reserved for the Linfield community.
Fall semester
Wednesday, Sept. 3
*Terminator 2: Judgment Day
AI Movie Night
7 p.m.
T.J. Day Hall, room 219
Open to Linfield students only.
Wednesday, Sept. 17
"AI in Business and Beyond" presented by Marcia Harris '99
1:30 p.m.: “The AI Question Box: Student Questions, Real-World Answers” – TJ Day 219 (all students welcome)
3:00 p.m.: “What We’re Afraid to Ask About AI” Chat ‘n Snacks – Keck Atrium (faculty only)
7:30 p.m.: Keynote lecture
Marcia Harris '99 — a prominent AI industry leader and Linfield alumnus — returns to campus for a keynote lecture to discuss the cutting-edge applications of AI in various sectors. - Richard and Lucille Ice Auditorium
Wednesday, Nov. 12
*AI Basics for Everyone Presented by Jamie Peters
Hands-on Workshop
5-11 p.m.
Graf Hall, rooms 111-117
Jamie Peters, associate dean and assistant professor of finance at Maryville University, leads this engaging and hands-on introductory workshop covering AI fundamentals. Perfect for beginners, this workshop will help participants build foundational skills in AI tools.
Open to Linfield students and faculty.
Spring semester
Feb. 11, 2026
*AI Movie Night: "The Matrix"
Feb. 18, 2026
Guest Lecture: "The Future of AI and Education"
Presented by Patrick Dempsey, EdD, Loyola University Maryland
A thought leader discusses how AI is transforming education, from personalized learning to AI-driven administrative tools.
May 11, 2026
*Faculty Collegium: Integrating AI into the Curriculum
Presented by Patrick Dempsey, EdD, Loyola University Maryland
A professional development session for faculty across disciplines to incorporate AI concepts into their courses.
May 22, 2026
Annual Student Symposium
Students from the BNMG 436 course (Artificial Intelligence and I: Mindset for the AI Age) will synthesize their learning by developing and delivering a professional oral presentation at the Linfield Student Symposium. Each student will present their capstone project — demonstrating their ability to integrate course concepts, reflect on personal and professional growth, and articulate the impact of AI on their field or community.
Recurring events
Held from 12-1 p.m. on the first Friday of the month in the Austin Reading Room.
Come together to share your latest AI wins and misses. Find inspiration, practical tips and plenty of laughs navigating the exciting ups and downs of AI together! Hosted by the Nicholson Library.
*AI Wins and Misses
Held from 12-1 p.m. on the first Friday of the month in the Austin Reading Room.
Come together to share your latest AI wins and misses. Find inspiration, practical tips and plenty of laughs navigating the exciting ups and downs of AI together! Hosted by the Nicholson Library.
Held from 12-1 p.m. on the second Friday of the month in the Austin Reading Room.
Discuss influential AI research papers and books in a collaborative setting. The fall semester book is "Rewiring Your Mind for AI" by David Wood and the spring semester book is "Co-Intelligence" by Ethan Mollick. Hosted by the Nicholson Library.AI Book Club
Held from 12-1 p.m. on the second Friday of the month in the Austin Reading Room.
Discuss influential AI research papers and books in a collaborative setting. The fall semester book is "Rewiring Your Mind for AI" by David Wood and the spring semester book is "Co-Intelligence" by Ethan Mollick. Hosted by the Nicholson Library.Based off the AI "Wins,” a collection of online tutorials, datasets and tools to support AI learning and research is being created. More to come.
*AI Resource Hub
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