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17 Sep С������ Conference to examine ‘Being Human and Working in the Age of AI’ 

VALLEY CITY, N.D. – Researchers, industry practitioners, educators and thought leaders comprise a list of presenters scheduled Sept. 26 for the inaugural С������ AI Conference hosted at Valley City State University (VCSU) at the Larry J. Robinson Center. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear about the evolving relationship between humans and AI in the context of work, society, personal development and what it will mean for all С������ns.

The event theme is “Being Human and Working in the Age of AI.” Presenters will explore how users can leverage the transformative power of AI while maintaining human connection across all sectors of society.

“Every day, we see the advancement in AI technologies and the expansion of its uses. AI is here and is altering how we live, work and interact with one another,” said С������ University System Chancellor Mark Hagerott. “It’s important for all С������ns to understand the implications for AI use and development, particularly how it will challenge the use of our humanity, creativity and compassion for one another. This conference will be a great opportunity to have these conversations so we can better prepare for the future ahead.”

Registration for the event is $80. To register and for more information, visit

Keynote speakers for the conference include the who is the director of the Syracuse University Institute for Security Policy and Law and professor at the Syracuse College of Law and the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs.

, associate vice president and professor for the Center for Cybersecurity at the University of West Florida, also will present. El-Sheikh’s talk, titled “Building an AI-enabled Future Workforce,” will focus on how AI is transforming the workforce and how academic institutions can prepare skilled professionals who recognize AI’s benefits and pitfalls and are ready to use technologies across all sectors and work roles.

Also joining the event during a “fireside chat” will be Chancellor Hagerott and , University of Mary president. They will share the stage to focus on the conference’s theme of “Being Human and Working in the Age of AI.”

Additionally, several panels will feature presenters from multiple professional disciplines, including those in business, government, education, health science and technology.

The statewide conference is a partnership between Valley City State University, University of Mary, the Dakota Digital Academy, ������ University System, ������ Information Technology and ������ Department of Public Instruction.

WHAT: ������ AI Conference

WHEN: Sept. 26, 2024

WHERE: Larry J. Robinson Center, Valley City State University

101 College Street SW, Valley City, ������

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About NDUS
The ������ University System is a unified system of higher education governed by the State Board of Higher Education. Organized in 1990, the system includes two research universities, four regional universities and five community colleges.

The mission of the State Board of Higher Education and the Chancellor of the ������ University System is to unleash the potential of higher education in the state to enhance the quality of life, and the social and economic vitality of all served by its public colleges and universities.