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2026 AI Symposium

2600 Clifton Ave, Cincinnati, Ohio

Event Overview

  • Event: AI & Emerging Technology Symposium

  • Theme: “Bearcats AI Ready! Powering the Future of Work, Research, and Learning”

  • Date: Wednesday, February 18, 2026

  • Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. EST

  • Location: Tangeman University Center (TUC) Great Hall and meeting rooms (In-person; moves online if inclement weather occurs)

  • Audience: Open to all current UC students, faculty, and staff (Free to attend)

Agenda Highlights

  • Morning Keynote (10:45 a.m.): Joe Mulford, Principal Business Development Manager at AWS, will present “From Cloud to Cognition,” discussing how AI is reshaping higher education and athletics.

  • Afternoon Keynote (3:15 p.m.): A panel discussion on AI ethics, transparency, and human-centered design, moderated by Dr. Kelly Cohen, the Brian H. Rowe Endowed Chair in Aerospace Engineering.

  • Breakout Sessions: Concurrent sessions led by students, faculty, and staff will run throughout the day (9:30 a.m., 12:45 p.m., and 2:00 p.m.), focusing on responsible and innovative AI adoption.

Registration

  • How to Register: Attendees must register via the AI & Emerging Technology Symposium app (available on iOS and Android or via web).

  • Confirmation: A confirmation code will be sent via email from uc-events@services-customers.modolabs.net after registration.

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