Rockstar vs Imposter: When AI Makes Us More Human
Hello Growth Partners, The positive energy in the room felt suffocating. Each smile, each nod of approval only amplified my internal doubt. The contrast was jarring. The room buzzed with enthusiasm after my presentation, but inside, I was shrinking. “You’re…
I Sold My Voice for Hope
Hello Authentic Humans, There was a time, not too long ago, when I let someone else tell me who I should be, what I should stand for, and how I should spend my time. The words and promises offered me…
Female AI Sports Broadcaster: Breaking Barriers or Reinforcing Stereotypes
Hello Innovative Friends, “Jocks and Bots,” an internet show hosted by former NFL player Brandon London and David Borish, unveiled their new AI co-host, Aila. The proclaimed “first female AI sports broadcasting co-host” might, on the surface, seem like an…
Privacy, Trust, and AI: The Pokémon Go Data Controversy
Hello Trustworthy People, It is sad that we are here again, but until regulators step in, we will continue to see situations where technology companies erode public trust. On today’s discussion board is the recent Pokémon Go revelation. Niantic, the…
Reindeer Games: Make AI Professional Development a Holiday Hit
Hello Artificial Intelligence Fans, Today, I want to walk you through our recent AI professional development creation and how you can replicate it at your holiday party (or faculty meeting). At the bottom, you’ll find a step-by-step guide and a…
Screaming Into the Darkness: The Surprising Reach of Words
Hello Invisible Readers, I often imagine myself screaming in the darkness, wondering if anyone or anything is listening. That’s what posting online feels like. I pour my thoughts, ideas, and passions into carefully chosen words, hit “post,” and wait. I…
Thankful for Connection in a World of Disconnect
Happy Thanksgiving All, Lately, I’ve been struck by how deeply connected we are to one another, even in ways we don’t immediately realize. My daughter and I recently visited a nursing home and met Kassie. She stopped us, amazed at…
Dr. Seuss and AI Remind Us How to Treat Others
Hello Whimsical People, I was revisiting some of my early experiments with AI-generated art when I stumbled upon a Dr. Seuss-inspired image. The whimsical style sparked my creativity, leading me to prompt AI to write the following poem about division…
Be a Further in a World of Faster
Hello Persistent Individuals, In a world that prioritizes instant results, persistence can feel out of place. But I’ve seen how showing up, day after day, can lead to breakthroughs that shortcuts can’t obtain. It’s easy to get discouraged when setbacks…
Real Threat to the University: Shortcuts, not AI
Hello Caring Educators, There is something that scares me more than AI. This might make some people mad, but what truly scares me is the growing movement to shortcut college. Programs like dual enrollment, which allow students to earn college…
