{"id":298211,"date":"2026-03-05T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-03-05T15:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/csinewsnow.com\/?p=298211"},"modified":"2026-03-05T12:42:12","modified_gmt":"2026-03-05T18:42:12","slug":"vcsu-hosting-public-lecture-series-on-artificial-intelligence","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/csinewsnow.com\/?p=298211","title":{"rendered":"VCSU Hosting Public Lecture Series on AI in April"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Valley City ND (VCSU) – Valley City State University will host a free three-part lecture series in April titled \u201cMaking Sense of AI: Education, Workforce and Community.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The three sessions will be available both in person and online, allowing people statewide to attend and learn about how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the workplace. The sessions are being presented by VCSU\u2019s AI Institute for Teaching and Learning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe invite people across the state to join us for this three-part series exploring how AI or Artificial Intelligence is already transforming the workplace and redefining the skills employers value most,\u201d said Jerry Rostad, Director for Special Projects at VCSU. \u201cWe\u2019ll cut through the hype and focus on practical, real-world insights that matter to students, parents, and professionals alike.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The in-person sessions will be held at VCSU\u2019s Larry J. Robinson Center for the Arts. The virtual, statewide sessions will be hosted through Microsoft Teams. Dates and times are below. Both options are free and open to the public. No pre-registration is required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Virtual Sessions<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Live Link: https:\/\/teams.microsoft.com\/meet\/24315919923598?p=XUlR258n6NbHRBRSxq<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Monday, April 13, 6 p.m. \u2013 AI Intro<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Monday, April 20, 6 p.m. \u2013 AI In Education<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Monday, April 27, 6 p.m. \u2013 AI In Workforce<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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In-Person Sessions<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At VCSU\u2019s Larry J. Robinson Center for the Arts<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tuesday, April 14, 6 p.m. \u2013 AI Intro<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tuesday, April 21, 6 p.m. \u2013 AI In Education<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tuesday, April 28, 6 p.m. \u2013 AI In Workforce<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Session One: AI Intro<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This plain\u2011language session is designed to help you understand what AI really is, how it\u2019s being used today, and where the real opportunities and risks lie. We\u2019ll explore key ethical considerations, data privacy and security concerns, and responsible AI use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Session Two: AI in Education<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This session features educators who are already using AI to support teaching and learning. They will demonstrate real examples of how they are using AI \u2013 what works and what challenges they have encountered along the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Session Three: AI in Workforce<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This session will explore how AI is changing job roles, creating new opportunities, and redefining the skills needed across industries. The session begins with a brief overview of workforce trends and emerging job opportunities influenced by AI and will be followed by professionals who are already using AI in their daily work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For additional information, contact Jerry Rostad at jerry.rostad@vcsu.edu<\/a> or 701-845-7104.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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