5:00 p.m. | Lecture
Emerson Auditorium, Knight Center, Danforth Campus
Reception immediately to follow
Registration required | Space is limited
at WashU or Online
Artificial intelligence is not a distant disruption—it is already reshaping how we learn, work, hire, and lead. For today’s college students and recent graduates, the stakes could not be higher. As AI systems become embedded in every industry, higher education faces a defining question: How do we prepare graduates not just to survive the future of work—but to lead it? However, there are parts of human intelligence it can’t reproduce, and it would be wise—especially young adults—to hone skills in those areas as they are only going to become more valuable.
In this fast-paced, wide-ranging, and highly practical talk, Nicholas Thompson explores the profound implications of AI for universities, employers, and students alike. Drawing on his experience at the forefront of media, technology, and conversations with leaders across the tech C-suite, he unpacks how AI and big data are transforming business strategy, redefining talent pipelines, and altering what employers truly value.
Assembly Series programs are always free and open to the public, although seating is limited. No large bags or backpacks will be allowed into the event. Parking is available in the East End Parking Garage.
This event is co-sponsored by the Center for Teaching and Learning, the Digital Intelligence & Innovations (DI2) Accelerator, the Office of the Provost, and is part of +AI Perspectives Week.
For additional questions, please contact specialevents@wustl.edu.
