# Event Details

- **Event Name**: AI in Education (and Beyond)
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 14 Jan, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Wed, 14 Jan, 2026 at 08:30 pm
- **Event Description**: How is artificial intelligence reshaping education - and our lives?

From a quick tour of where the technology came from, to what it actually takes to make AI useful (and accessible) in real classrooms, we’ll explore both the promise and the pitfalls. Expect a balanced, engaging look at practical opportunities, real concerns, and the ethical questions that will define the future of learning in an AI-infused world.

Join Steven Bedrick (nerd and badass researcher) and Jackie Wirz (nerd and tech ED) for a lively, approachable Science on Tap conversation.

Jackie Wirz, PhD, (WIS Advisory Board Member!) is a biochemist by training, a nonprofit executive by profession, and a teller of stories. She is a data management specialist, academic administrator, and as a nonprofit executive. In her spare time she is the MC (mistress of ceremonies) for a variety of events including Science on Tap!

Dr. Steven Bedrick is an Associate Professor at OHSU where his research focuses on the intersection of natural language processing and healthcare. He is also interested in the societal and ethical implications that arise from speech and language technology
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/vancouver/ai-in-education-and-beyond/200029249272434
- **Event Categories**: workshops, nonprofit, artificial-intelligence
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 63

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Vancouver
- **state**: WA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: The Kiggins Theatre
- **lat**: 45.62928
- **long**: -122.67124
- **full address**: The Kiggins Theatre, 1011 Main St,Vancouver, Washington, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is AI in Education (and Beyond) being held?
  - **A:** AI in Education (and Beyond) takes place on Wed, 14 Jan, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Wed, 14 Jan, 2026 at 08:30 pm at The Kiggins Theatre, 1011 Main St,Vancouver, Washington, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing AI in Education (and Beyond)?
  - **A:** AI in Education (and Beyond) is organized by Science on Tap - Oregon & Washington.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** AI in Education (and Beyond) 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 Vancouver, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 60+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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