VCSU Hosting Free Public Lecture Series on Artificial Intelligence

Three-part series to explore AI's impact on education, workforce, and community

Published on Mar. 7, 2026

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Valley City State University will host a free three-part lecture series in April titled 'Making Sense of AI: Education, Workforce and Community.' The sessions, presented by VCSU's AI Institute for Teaching and Learning, will be available both in person and online to allow statewide participation.

Why it matters

As artificial intelligence continues to transform the workplace, this lecture series aims to provide practical, real-world insights on the opportunities and challenges AI presents for students, professionals, and the broader community.

The details

The lecture series will cover three key topics over three sessions: an introductory overview of AI, how AI is being used in education, and how AI is impacting the workforce. Each session will feature experts sharing their experiences and insights.

  • The virtual sessions will be held on Mondays, April 13, 20, and 27 at 6 p.m.
  • The in-person sessions will be held on Tuesdays, April 14, 21, and 28 at 6 p.m. at VCSU's Larry J. Robinson Center for the Arts.

The players

Jerry Rostad

Director for Special Projects at VCSU.

VCSU's AI Institute for Teaching and Learning

The institute hosting the free three-part lecture series on artificial intelligence.

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What they’re saying

“We invite people across the state to join us for this three-part series exploring how AI or Artificial Intelligence is already transforming the workplace and redefining the skills employers value most.”

— Jerry Rostad, Director for Special Projects (newsdakota.com)

What’s next

The lecture series is free and open to the public, with no pre-registration required. Both the virtual and in-person sessions will cover the same content.

The takeaway

This lecture series provides an opportunity for students, professionals, and community members across North Dakota to gain a better understanding of how artificial intelligence is already impacting education and the workforce, and to explore the ethical considerations and practical applications of this transformative technology.