Judith Herb College of Arts, Social Sciences and Education

Overview

THInC Forum: Education in the Era of AI
July 31, 2025
8:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.

University of Toledo
Ingmann Room, Lancelot Thompson Student Union 
2965 W. Centennial Drive
Toledo, Ohio  43606

Are you new to artificial intelligence (AI) and curious about how it can benefit you and your students? Join us for the inaugural THInC Forum at the University of Toledo, where we’ll focus on Education in the Era of AI.

This event is designed for educators like you!

We are inviting Northwest Ohio PreK-20 educators, university faculty and students, technology specialists, and community partners — who want to connect, collaborate, and explore responsible A.I. integration in education in a simple, practical, and supportive way. No prior A.I. knowledge is required—just bring your curiosity and enthusiasm! 

What can I expect? 

Presentations on practical use of AI in the classroom
Opportunities to network with educators who have experience integrating AI into their classrooms
Discussions with educational technology specialists and AI education ambassadors
To earn 9 CEU contact hours toward certification renewal
Breakfast, lunch, snacks, and dinner
Swag!
Door prizes!

Planning Committee Members 

Michael Toland - Executive Director of The Herb Innovation Center, University of Toledo

David Dueber - Research Assistant Professor in The Herb Innovation Center, University of Toledo

Allison Goedde - Teaching Professor, School of Inclusive Teacher Education, Bowling Green State University

Chris Hamady - Director of Technology, Anthony Wayne Local Schools District

Josh Spieles - Director of the Carver Center, Doctoral Candidate in Educational Technology, University of Toledo

Mark Stevens - Assistant Teaching Professor, School of Inclusive Teacher Education, Bowling Green State University, Doctoral Candidate in Educational Technology, University of Toledo

Berhane Teclehaimanot – Professor of Educational Technology, University of Toledo

Kimberlie Kowalka Todd –  K-12 Visual Art Specialist, Doctoral Candidate in Philosophical and Social Foundations of Education, University of Toledo

Committee Support Team 

Jodie Birch - Senior Business Manager, University of Toledo