37th Annual Conference of the Professions: Artificial Intelligence in the Professions

Join us for the 37th Annual Conference of the Professions – a gathering of professionals from law, theology, and medicine to discuss AI

Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/37th-annual-conference-of-the-professions-tickets-1264426647139

Conference Theme:

Artificial Intelligence in the Professions: Examining Its Influence and Our Ethical Responsibilities

Conference Description:

As artificial intelligence continues to evolve and permeate various professional fields, it is imperative to understand its ethical landscape. This year’s conference will bring together law, medicine, and clergy professionals to explore AI’s evolving role in professional practice and discuss if and how AI should be integrated into the professions. We will examine how AI can both enhance and challenge professional practices, delving into the ethical implications that arise as this developing technology integrates into law, healthcare, and religious communities. We aim to guide professionals in navigating the complexities of AI while maintaining their ethical responsibility to society.

Keynote Speakers:

• Dr. Deborah Johnson, Anne Shirley Carter Olsson Professor of Applied Ethics, Emeritus, in the Department of Engineering and Society within the University of Virginia’s School of Engineering (retired)
• Mr. Aamer Charania, Global Head of Applied Machine Learning at Best Buy and Founder of Dallas AI

Panelists:

• Dr. Robert Hunt, Professor of Christian Mission and Interreligious Relations Director of Global Theological Education, Southern Methodist University.
• Dr. Mujeeb Basit, Associate Professor Department of Internal Medicine, UT Southwestern.
• Mr. Michael Pegues, Adjunct Professor of Law & Shareholder, Polsinelli

Moderated by: Dr. Dallas Gingles, Director of the Doctor of Ministry Program, Assistant Dean of Hybrid Education, Associate Professor of Practice in Systematic Theology and Christian Ethics, Southern Methodist University