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Unlock the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in libraries at OhioNet’s in-person summit, AI Alchemy: Libraries Growing Smarter. Hosted at the State Library of Ohio, this event blends the transformative power of AI with the timeless principles of library
service, offering a unique opportunity to explore how AI is reshaping our work, enhancing user experiences, and fostering community growth.</div>
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Inspired by the ancient art of alchemy—where the goal was to transmute base materials into gold—this summit will guide you through the process of transforming data into actionable insights, merging traditional practices with cutting-edge technology.</div>
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<b>Highlights include:</b></div>
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· <b> Keynote Speakers</b> Justin Bumbico and Michaela Herrick from Columbus Metropolitan Library sharing expert insights on the evolving role of AI in today’s libraries.</div>
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· <b>Vendor Panel</b> showcasing leading technology providers offering AI solutions for libraries.</div>
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· <b>Student Experiences</b> <b>with AI</b> featuring perspectives from the next generation on how AI is shaping learning and engagement.</div>
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· <b>Practitioner Panel</b> where library professionals discuss real-world AI applications and lessons learned.</div>
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· <b>Hands-on Practice</b> Building a Program to help you gain practical experience and confidence in working with AI tools.</div>
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· <b>AI Ethics</b> exploring the ethical considerations for implementing AI in library services.</div>
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<i>Breakfast and lunch are included with registration. As this is a live event, sessions will not be recorded or available in OhioNet’s Training Archive</i>.</div>
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<a href="https://www.ohionet.org/event/ai-alchemy-libraries-growing-smarter?swcfpc=1" id="OWAb1300566-113b-1072-2568-606fbafc1b53" class="OWAAutoLink" title="https://www.ohionet.org/event/ai-alchemy-libraries-growing-smarter?swcfpc=1">Register to attend AI
Alchemy: Libraries Growing Smarter</a></div>
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<b><i>Student Registration:</i></b><i> If you are a student and wish to attend this summit, please email Hannah Rosen at hannahr@ohionet.org for a $75 student rate.
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<b>Call for Proposals: Seeking Student Experiences & Practitioner Panelists</b></div>
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We’re looking for student perspectives on AI and library practitioners interested in sharing their experiences with AI at our AI Alchemy: Libraries Growing Smarter event! If you’d like to participate, visit the links below for details on how to submit your
proposal.</div>
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· <a href="https://www.ohionet.org/blog/call-for-proposals-student-presentations-on-ai-initiatives" id="OWA98c6766c-1cd9-31b5-67d0-2b56beecce37" class="OWAAutoLink" title="https://www.ohionet.org/blog/call-for-proposals-student-presentations-on-ai-initiatives">
Call for Proposals: Student Experiences</a></div>
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<a href="https://www.ohionet.org/blog/call-for-proposals-practitioner-panelists-for-ai-summit" id="OWA83d8afd3-5158-1b7d-aca7-0ff87e576fad" class="OWAAutoLink" title="https://www.ohionet.org/blog/call-for-proposals-practitioner-panelists-for-ai-summit">· Call
for Proposals: Practitioner Panelists</a></div>
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Questions? Don’t hesitate to reach out for questions. Email Hannah Rosen, Director of Member Programs at hannahr@ohionet.org. Thank you!</div>
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