AI Symposium

Wednesday, July 30
9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
UMC West Ballroom (Room 208)

Join us for the first Student Life AI Symposium. This engaging event will feature more than a dozen dynamic presentations, from AI 101 to AI gone wrong, and from the ethics of AI to AI in Career Services. Whether you're just getting started or have been using AI for years, this is your chance to explore work acceleration, engage with colleagues and learn more.

Symposium Agenda

9-9:10 a.m. | Welcome

Becket Duncan, Research Analyst, Student Life Assessment, Insights & Research
Erin Harrell, Assistant Vice Chancellor, Student Life

Kick off the AI Symposium with a dynamic welcome session featuring a rapid-fire Pecha Kucha intro, a glimpse at the day ahead and key highlights from the Student Life AI Working Group. By the end of the symposium, we hope you’ll have three key takeaways for your use of AI in student life, as well as a stronger foundation in data privacy.

9:10-9:25 a.m. | AI 101

Maia Andreasen, Associate Vice Chancellor, Student Life
Laura Edlin, Executive Director, Employee Experience, Policy & Compliance
Bryan Radke, Associate Director, Student Life Technology Solutions

This session will break down what AI is, explore common tools you're likely already using and introduce CU Boulder-approved AI applications to support your work.

9:25-9:35 a.m. | AI in Career Service

Jacob Jedamus-Denu, Career Tech Program Manager, Career Services
Dylan Mark, Assistant Director for Skills and Experience, Career Services

Explore how Career Services is leading the way in integrating AI into career development. Learn about the Career Readiness for Artificial Intelligence Group (CRAIG), our AI Professional Development Guide, tools like Copilot for Careers and Quinncia and key takeaways from the AI Career Summit. Walk away with insights on how AI is shaping the student job search and the evolving labor market.

9:35-9:50 a.m. | AI, Policy and Public Records: What You Need to Know

Maia Andreasen, Associate Vice Chancellor, Student Life

This session will cover key legal and policy considerations when using AI, including how the Colorado Open Records Act and university guidelines apply. Learn the do's and don'ts of responsible AI use to ensure compliance, protect data and avoid unintended consequences.

9:50-10:05 a.m. | Data Privacy and Security: What You Can (and Can’t) Share with AI

Bryan Radke, Associate Director, Student Life Technology Solutions
Paul Stallworth, Assistant Director, Student Life Technology Solutions

In this session, we’ll review data privacy by exploring data classification levels and what they mean for using AI responsibly. Learn what types of data can be shared with AI tools and what must be protected.

10:05-10:15 a.m. | AI in AIR*

Becket Duncan, Research Analyst, Student Life Assessment, Insights & Research

Discover how AI is transforming the way we analyze data—both numbers and narratives. This session will showcase tools and techniques for using AI in quantitative analysis and qualitative coding, helping you work faster, uncover patterns and generate deeper insights from your data.

10:15-10:30 a.m. | Ethics of AI

Amy Cole, Division Cash Manager, Student Life Finance

As AI tools become more powerful, so do the ethical questions surrounding their use. This session will explore the hidden costs of AI—from using content without creator consent, to its environmental impact, to the potential effects on our own critical thinking. Attendees will leave with a deeper understanding of when and how to use AI responsibly, balancing innovation with intentionality.

10:30-10:45 a.m. | Break

10:45-11 a.m. | AI in Communications & Marketing

Kyra Loch, Program Director, Student Life Communication and Marketing
Gina Moser, Assistant Director, Student Life Communication and Marketing
Courtney Berry, Assistant Director, Student Life Communication and Marketing

Learn how the Student Life Communication & Marketing team is leveraging AI tools to streamline workflows and spark creativity. From proofing with Copilot agents to generating voice-enabled content, optimizing design processes and enhancing social media captions, this session showcases ways AI is transforming how we communicate.

11-11:15 a.m. | AI and Student Conduct: Navigating Integrity and Confidentiality

Christopher Paddock, Associate Director, Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution

This session explores the intersection of AI and student conduct, including how the Honor Code applies in an AI-enabled world. We’ll discuss the ethical and practical concerns around using AI with personal or confidential student information, and how to uphold trust, integrity and privacy in student interactions.

11:15-11:30 a.m. | AI for Everyday Life: From Vacations to Recipes and Planning

Holly Nelson, Deputy Dean of Students

Discover how AI can simplify and enhance your personal life—whether you’re planning a vacation, finding new recipes or organizing your schedule. This session will show you easy, fun ways to bring AI into your daily routine.

11:30-11:45 a.m. | AI for Administrators: Reclaim Your Workday

Shannon Bowden, Procurement Lead, Business Services
Laura Edlin, Executive Director, Employee Experience, Policy & Compliance

Discover how AI can eliminate hours of routine work each week, giving office personnel more time in their day through email management, streamlined calendar coordination, efficient meeting preparation and internal document creation.

11:45 a.m.-12 p.m. | The Hallucination Station: When AI Goes Off the Rails