OAI Faculty and Staff Summer Conference 2026

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Innovate, Adapt, Lead

Human at the Core: Navigating AI in higher education

The Academic Innovation Summer Conference brings together educators and professionals from Æðµã´«Ã½ and across the CSU to explore how artificial intelligence is shaping teaching, research, and student success. Through hands-on sessions and thoughtful dialogue, participants examine ethical AI integration and workforce preparation, remaining human at the core in an AI-enabled future.

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Learning Outcomes

Joint Sessions

Our Joint Sessions explore how AI is reshaping teaching, research, and student services. Centered on the theme Human at the Core, these sessions foster cross-disciplinary dialogue, examine ethical implications, and identify collaborative strategies to support student success and responsible AI integration across the university.

AI In the Classroom

Artificial intelligence is transforming how we teach and how students learn. This track explores practical strategies for integrating AI into course design, assignments, and assessment while maintaining academic integrity and human connection. Participants will examine how AI can enhance critical thinking, creativity and workforce readiness, ensuring students are prepared to thrive in an AI-enabled future.

AI Outside the Classroom

AI is reshaping student services, operations, and professional practice across higher education. This track focuses on how AI can improve efficiency, enhance decision-making, and strengthen support for students from recruitment through graduation. Participants will explore ethical implementation, equity considerations, and collaborative strategies that keep people at the center of innovation.

Conference Schedule & Registration

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Conference Schedule

The Academic Innovation Summer Conference will take place on June 3rd - 4th, 2026, at Æðµã´«Ã½, Building 162, Room 1001. Sessions run from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM on both days.
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Registration

Registration: $225 General Admission (ends May 23rd, 5 PM | $175 Early Bird (ends May 1st, 5 PM). Includes continental breakfast, lunch, and access to all tracks. *Group Discounts are available for groups of 10 or more. Visit the Eventbrite page for more information. *Promo Code is available for CPP faculty and staff!

Æðµã´«Ã½ Faculty and Staff Promo Code:

Why Attend?

  1. Gain Insights from Academic Experts

    Learn from cross-disciplinary experts as they share AI-driven strategies shaping the future of education and work.

  2. Earn a Æðµã´«Ã½ Digital Badge

    Boost your professional growth with an official digital badge recognizing your participation and learning.

  3. Build Meaningful Connections

    Network and collaborate with educators, researchers, and industry professionals across Southern California.

Frequently Asked Questions:


The Academic Innovation Summer Conference 2026 is a two-day event focused on artificial intelligence in higher education. Through keynotes, panels, and interactive workshops, participants explore AI’s impact on teaching, research, student services, and workforce preparation.

The conference will be held on June 3rd-4th, 2026, from 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM at Æðµã´«Ã½, Building 162, Room 1001.

General Admission is $225 (ends May 23rd at 5 pm), with an Early Bird rate of $175 available until May 1st at 5 PM.

Yes! The Office of Academic Innovation will cover registration costs for CPP faculty and staff.

Registration includes:

  • Access to all keynotes, panels, and workshops
  • Continental breakfast and lunch on both days
  • Networking opportunities with experts and peers
  • A Æðµã´«Ã½ Digital Badge for professional development

Yes! Attendees can participate in any session from the two tracks:

  • AI in the Classroom
  • AI Outside of the Classroom

Plenary sessions will be recorded for later access. To view conference materials, please access our published Canvas course. More details to access conference materials coming soon!

For questions, please contact the Office of Academic Innovation at ai@cpp.edu

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