Penn State Altoona kicks off new colloquium series exploring AI topics

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Registration is open for the online Artificial Intelligence (AI) Literacy for Professionals course. This self-paced course is designed to equip professionals across industries with a clear and practical understanding of artificial intelligence. No technical background is required, and it is open to the public.

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ALTOONA, Pa. — Penn State Altoona will launch a colloquium series on Thursday, Oct. 23, from 12:05 to 1:20 p.m. in the Pond View Lounge of the Slep Student Center. The event will feature a panel discussion on the promise and perils of artificial intelligence.

Panelists include Dave Barnes, teaching professor of information sciences and technology; Nathan Hollister, instructional designer; and John Eicher, associate professor of history.

The colloquium is an opportunity for colleagues to present their work — whether research, creative projects or teaching innovations — and engage in meaningful conversation and Q&A.

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