UTA’s Office of Research and Innovation and Office of Information Technology are partnering with Microsoft to co-host a Generative AI Prompt-A-Thon on Wednesday, May 29, 2024, 8:30 AM—5:00 PM on campus. This invite-only event aims to promote AI literacy across the University and establish UTA as a frontrunner for AI use in the DFW metroplex.
What is a prompt? What is a prompt-a-thon?
A “prompt” is a task that a user assigns to AI. A prompt can be direct instructions, keywords, questions, and more—the more descriptive the prompt, the bigger the influence on the AI output.
A prompt-a-thon is a workshop designed to offer speaker sessions and a dynamic, hands-on environment to test Generative AI tools. Attendees can learn and grow their AI skills in a collaborative setting.
Who will speak at the prompt-a-thon?
We are excited to hear from the following:
- Deepika Chalemela, Chief Information Officer, OIT Strategic Tech Advancement, UTA
- Diana Huffaker, Ph.D., Associate Vice President, Office of VP for Research and Innovation, UTA
- Jeremy Forsberg, Associate Vice President, Office of VP for Research and Innovation, UTA
- Lee Pierce, Director, OIT Planning and Management, UTA
- Edward Gonzales, Manager, OIT Research Support, UTA
- Tony Prince, Microsoft General Manager, Microsoft
- Rob Curtin, Microsoft Worldwide Higher Education Director, Microsoft
- MJ Jabbour, Microsoft Education Chief Innovation Officer, Microsoft
What is the prompt-a-thon itinerary?
The day is divided into speaker sessions and interactive breakout rooms. The full schedule will be available soon. If you have questions, contact Lily Jirapolchet, UTA Project Manager.