Executive Education
A.I. Workshop Series
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Series begins August 16. 2024.
Join us for an exclusive series of workshops designed to equip you with cutting-edge trends in Artificial Intelligence (AI) knowledge and skills. These unique opportunities are brought to you by the partnership with the University of Southern Mississippi’s Center for Faculty Development, USM Executive Education, and the Mississippi Artificial Intelligence Network (MAIN).
SPECIAL RATE: $75
* USM faculty and staff: please register through Fall First Week.
What You Get
*Bonus Offer*For an additional $35, receive:
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Event 1: AI’s Implications for Higher Education
Speaker: Dr. C. Edward Watson, Vice President for Digital Innovation, AAC&U
Date: Friday, August 16, 2024
Time: 9-10 a.m. (Keynote), 1:15-2:45 p.m. (Interactive Workshop)
Format: Virtual Attendance
Dr. Watson will discuss how AI is transforming higher education and preparing students for success beyond college. He will also lead an interactive workshop on exploring AI for teaching and learning.
Event 2: Use of AI and Environments for AR and VR in the Classroom
Speaker: Lisa Toenniges, CEO of Innovative Learning Group
Date: Wednesday, September 18, 2024
Time: 1-3 p.m.
Format: Virtual Attendance
Join Lisa Toenniges as she provides insights into Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) in educational settings. Learn how to develop AR and VR capabilities and implement them effectively.
Event 3: Innovation and Entrepreneurship Using Design Thinking and AI
Speaker: Kevin Popovic, Marketing Strategist, Entrepreneur, Author, and Educator
Date: Wednesday, November 6, 2024
Time: 1-3 p.m.
Format: Virtual Attendance
Explore innovative marketing and crowd-sourcing strategies using Design Thinking and social media. Kevin Popovic will share his expertise and experiences from the Idea Lab at UC San Diego.
Register now to secure your spot in this transformative workshop series and take a significant step towards mastering AI and its applications.
Our Partners
USM Executive Education
Located on the Gulf Park Campus, Executive Education is the University of Southern Mississippi’s most recent start-up for community outreach and lifelong learning success. Executive Education programs are uniquely tailored to meet the needs of professionals at all levels, providing performance solutions, valuable skills, and knowledge to help businesses and individuals succeed.
For more information on additional services offered by USM Executive Education, visit usm.edu/executive-education or contact usmexecedFREEMississippi.
Mississippi Artificial Intelligence Network (MAIN)
As the nation’s first statewide AI initiative, MAIN addresses the rapid rise of AI and its impact on various workforce sectors. MAIN adopts a comprehensive approach to AI education, workforce training, and awareness initiatives. Supported by strategic partnerships, MAIN is positioning Mississippi as a leader in the AI industry, driving economic growth and fostering a prosperous future for the state. MAIN provides AI curriculum for course integration and funding to establish AI labs, including at USM.