# Event Details - **Event Name**: 2026 Office of Academic Innovation Summer Conference - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 03 Jun, 2026 at 08:00 am – Thu, 04 Jun, 2026 at 04:30 pm - **Event Description**: Explore how AI is transforming higher education and the future of work through keynotes, panels, and innovative sessions!About this EventThe Office of Academic Innovation Summer Conference brings together faculty, staff, and higher education leaders from Cal Poly Pomona and beyond for a two-day exploration of Human at the Core: Navigating AI in Higher Education.As artificial intelligence rapidly reshapes how we teach, learn, and prepare students for the workforce, this dynamic conference will dive into the evolving intersection of education, technology, and work. Participants will engage with forward-thinking ideas, practical strategies, and emerging trends that are redefining higher education in the age of AI.What to ExpectInspiring keynote speakers from higher education and industryEngaging panel discussions on AI’s impact on teaching, learning, and workforce readinessInteractive sessions highlighting innovative tools, practices, and policiesOpportunities to connect with colleagues and thought leaders across disciplinesWho Should AttendFaculty and staff from CPP and outside universitiesAcademic leaders and administratorsStudent support professionalsAnyone interested in the future of higher education, innovation, and workTakeawaysA deeper understanding of how AI is transforming higher education and careersPractical insights you can apply in classrooms, programs, and institutional planningNew perspectives on preparing students for an AI-enabled workforceJoin us for two days of conversation, collaboration, and discovery as we imagine, and shape, the future of higher education and work together! https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/dfbb8320-595b-11f1-8af7-5151dedf9a05-rimg-w592-h740-dc014e2e-gmir.jpg Day 1: June 3, 2026?: 08:30 AM - 09:00 AMCheck In & Breakfast ?: 09:00 AM - 09:30 AMWelcome & Opening Remarks Host: Dr. Olukemi Sawyerr?: 09:30 AM - 10:30 AMDigital Assets in the Classroom, a Revolution in Higher EducationHost: Dr. Frank Wuerthwein ?: 10:45 AM - 11:45 AMApple’s Approach to AI: Possibilities for Higher Education Host: Dr. Andrew Currah?: 11:45 AM - 01:00 PMLunch?: 01:00 PM - 02:00 PMIntegrating AI Tools in Curriculum and InstructionHost: Dr. Mingheng Li?: 01:00 PM - 02:00 PMCoding with AI: Codex for Research and Coursework WorkshopHost: Dr. Yufin Lin?: 02:00 PM - 02:15 PMBreak?: 02:15 PM - 03:15 PMAI Tools in the Research Process: Exploring Consensus & Research RabbitHost: Dr. Shonn Haren?: 02:15 PM - 03:15 PMFrom Ideas to Impact Outside the Classroom: Using AI in Your Daily WorkHost: Kevin Malone?: 03:15 PM - 03:45 PMWrap Up & Collective ReflectionDay 2: June 4, 2026?: 08:30 AM - 09:00 AMBreakfast ?: 09:00 AM - 10:00 AMAI Image Generators in Higher Education: Practices and Ethical ConsiderationsHost: Dr. Tiffany Zhu?: 10:00 AM - 10:15 PMBreak?: 10:15 AM - 11:15 AMAI in Research: Smarter Drones, Safer Aircraft, and Faster ResearchHost: Dr. Alex Harwood ?: 10:15 AM - 11:15 AMCase Studies From Units Using AI EffectivelyHost: Beth Lee?: 11:15 AM - 12:15 PMFaculty Panel: Navigating AI Policies in the ClassroomHost: Dr. Devon Hackleton ?: 11:15 AM - 12:15 PMAI in Practice: A Community DiscussionHost: Dr. Emily Kiresich ?: 12:15 PM - 01:15 PMLunch?: 01:15 PM - 02:15 PMIndustry Panel - AI Research Resources?: 02:15 PM - 02:30 PMBreak ?: 02:30 PM - 03:30 PMStudent Voices of Innovation: Solving Business and Societal Challenges with AI?: 03:30 PM - 04:00 PMWrap Up & Reflection - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/pomona/2026-office-of-academic-innovation-summer-conference/100001981347271024 - **Event Categories**: business, conferences, workshops, it, artificial-intelligence - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 8 hours 30 minutes - Location: Cal Poly Pomona-College of Business Administration (Building 162) - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 161.9, max: 241.94, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Pomona - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: Cal Poly Pomona-College of Business Administration (Building 162) - **lat**: 34.0540766 - **long**: -117.8213448 - **full address**: Cal Poly Pomona-College of Business Administration (Building 162), 3801 West Temple Avenue, Pomona, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 2026 Office of Academic Innovation Summer Conference - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/0d3e1f2fd217669b909a886b1047da5f1fbe2ec880862dc07f1a83ff2154fa84-rimg-w1200-h600-dc014e2f-gmir.jpg?v=1771958718 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 2026 Office of Academic Innovation Summer Conference being held? - **A:** 2026 Office of Academic Innovation Summer Conference takes place on Wed, 03 Jun, 2026 at 08:00 am to Thu, 04 Jun, 2026 at 04:30 pm at Cal Poly Pomona-College of Business Administration (Building 162), 3801 West Temple Avenue, Pomona, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing 2026 Office of Academic Innovation Summer Conference? - **A:** 2026 Office of Academic Innovation Summer Conference is organized by Academic Innovation. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 2026 Office of Academic Innovation Summer Conference is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Pomona, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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