Classified Afternoon Breakouts
Classified Senate 

Join us for an exploration of AI’s transformative impact. Learn how small adjustments can elevate your organization’s value and uncover new ways to leverage information for a strategy mindset.  In this session, we’ll cover basic AI concepts, introduce familiar AI tools you may already use, discuss the benefits of implementing AI, and provide interactive demonstrations of practical AI platforms. 

This session explores the world of generative AI applications and their capabilities, benefits, and challenges. Discover how AI can boost productivity, spark creativity, and solve problems across diverse fields such as writing, education, research, and design. The session features in-depth insights into popular tools like ChatGPT, Grammarly, Zoom AI Companion, and others, including their functionality, key advantages, drawbacks, and a comparison of free versus paid versions. This session is perfect for those looking to harness the power of AI in practical and meaningful ways.

Join us for an exploration of AI’s transformative impact. Learn how small adjustments can elevate your organization’s value and uncover new ways to leverage information for a strategy mindset.  In this session, we’ll cover basic AI concepts, introduce familiar AI tools you may already use, discuss the benefits of implementing AI, and provide interactive demonstrations of practical AI platforms. 

This session provides a deep dive into the transformative impact of artificial intelligence within higher education. Participants will explore the different levels of AI, unpack key ethical concerns, and examine practical solutions to address them. The session will also offer tailored insights into the AI considerations that different constituent groups—classified professionals, faculty, and administrators—should prioritize to prepare for the evolving landscape of higher education. Join us for an engaging and thought-provoking discussion on shaping the future responsibly and inclusively. 

AI tools are increasingly part of our work, but they come with challenges that can affect how we use them responsibly. This one-hour webinar will explore potential pitfalls of AI, including hallucinations, bias, copyright and creativity issues, and privacy concerns. The session will provide practical examples and insights to help you better understand these challenges and decide when and how to use AI tools effectively. This session is designed to empower classified staff with the knowledge to approach AI with confidence and care. 

Unleash your creativity and explore the power of AI in this hands-on workshop! Join us for an introduction to Playlab, a dynamic platform where you can design and build custom AI-powered apps tailored to your needs.

In this session, you'll:

• Explore AI bots created by CCC staff and faculty.

• Remix and customize existing apps/bots to suit your unique context.

• Learn design principles and prompt engineering to train your bot effectively.

• Create your own AI bot to deliver solutions and information based on your specific goals.

Whether you're new to AI or ready to deepen your skills, this workshop empowers you to be the creator. Don't miss this opportunity to experiment, innovate, and see how AI can support your work!

Join us for an engaging roundtable discussion centered on the article "Navigating the AI Dilemma in Higher Ed," created by Grammarly for Education in collaboration with Higher Ed Dive’s studioID. This insightful piece examines how evolving perceptions of artificial intelligence (AI) are shaping higher education and highlights strategies for its responsible and innovative integration.

Key topics of discussion include:

• Perceptions of AI: Comparing attitudes in our community to national trends.

• Implementation Challenges: Identifying barriers and brainstorming solutions.

• Framework Application: Leveraging the article's recommendations for ethical and effective AI adoption.

• Innovation Opportunities: Sharing examples of how AI can enhance student learning and institutional success.

This session is designed to promote collaboration, align our efforts with best practices, and challenge participants to expand their perspectives on AI.