College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics

Doermann Distinguished Lecture

Hosted by the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics at The University of Toledo!

Title: "In an Age of AI, What Should Students Learn and How Should They Learn It?

Guest lecturer: Logan McCarty, Ph.D.

Thursday, April 9, 2026

6 p.m. | Lecture and Q&A
7 p.m. | Light Refreshments

Doermann Theatre
University Hall | 2801 W. Bancroft St. | Toledo, OH 43606

Abstract:
Since the release of ChatGPT in 2022, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has disrupted education at every level. These tools can now complete almost any assignment, from math to essays to computer code to PowerPoint presentations. Entry-level jobs in business, law, finance and software are at risk of being displaced. How should we respond as educators, parents, students and community leaders?

Dr. Logan McCarty, Associate Dean of Science Undergraduate Education at Harvard, will share his experience teaching one of the first broad college courses on the impact of Generative AI, along with research into how AI can help (or hinder) teaching and learning. 

This is a FREE public lecture open to the community, as well as all faculty, staff, alumni and students at UToledo!

RSVPs are greatly appreciated but not required. RSVP HERE

NOTE: Parking will be free in Lot 1N from 5:30pm-9pm. (Parking Guidelines: Disability, metered, patient and reserved spaces are enforced 24/7 and will not be suspended. All vehicles must be parked in designated lined parking spaces to avoid violations.)

For more information on the Doermann Distinguished Lecture, contact the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics at NSM@utoledo.edu or 419.530.7840.

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Last Updated: 2/4/26