The AI Crossroads Panel
A 3-Part Discussion on Our Future
Is Artificial Intelligence a creative partner or a parasite? A cure for loneliness or a tool for manipulation? A planet-saver or a polluter?
Join the Computer Science Club for a dynamic series of fast-paced, head-to-head discussions tackling the biggest questions about our AI-powered future. Witness experts discuss the most pressing issues in Art, Ethics, & Sustainability.
Core Themes
Three panels, three pivotal questions about our future with AI.
Meet the Panelists
Experts from across the industry and academia.
Basiyr Rodney
Professor & Chair, Dept. of Education
Webster University
Scott Rappold
Chief Data Officer
Daniel Yezbick
Professor of English & Media Studies
Webster University
Niki Portell
Technical Solutions Architect
World Wide Technology
Joshua Johnson
Assistant Professor of Film, Television, and Video Production
Webster University
Nick Johnson
Associate Professor in Sustainability and Economics
Principia College
Event Run of Show: The AI Crossroads
A fast-paced series of discussions.
3:15 PM
Doors Open & Audience Arrival
Music plays. Title slide is displayed on screen.
3:30 PM
Welcome & Opening Remarks
CS Club welcomes guests, explains the format, and introduces the first moderator.
3:35 PM
Creativity Panel: The Artist & Algorithm
Moderator introduces panelists (2 min), facilitates discussion (30-32 min), and leads Q&A (6-8 min).
4:15 PM
Transition
The Creativity Panel moderator thanks participants. The CS Club introduces the moderator for the Conscience Panel.
4:20 PM
Conscience Panel: The Empathy Engine
Moderator introduces panelists (2 min), facilitates discussion (30-32 min), and leads Q&A (6-8 min).
5:00 PM
Transition
The Conscience Panel moderator thanks participants. The CS Club introduces the moderator for the Sustainability Panel.
5:05 PM
Sustainability Panel: The Green Chip
Moderator introduces panelists (2 min), facilitates discussion (30-32 min), and leads Q&A (6-8 min).
5:45 PM
Closing Remarks
CS Club thanks all participants and directs the audience to the networking reception.
5:50 PM
Food & Networking Reception
Attendees, panelists, and moderators mingle over refreshments in a designated area.