AI Ethics Conference
- On april 3-4, 2025, Gonzaga University will host a pivotal conference addressing the ethical dimensions of artificial intelligence.
- The Value and responsibility in AI Technologies Conference, a collaboration between Gonzaga’s Institute for Informatics and Applied Technology and the Department of Beliefs, will tackle the ethical questions...
- The conference aims to foster a responsible approach to AI, recognizing the critical need for ethical considerations in its development and deployment.
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Experts to Converge at Gonzaga University for AI Ethics Conference
On april 3-4, 2025, Gonzaga University will host a pivotal conference addressing the ethical dimensions of artificial intelligence. Data scientists, engineers, cybersecurity professionals, philosophers, lawyers, and educators will gather to explore how AI technologies are reshaping society.
The Value and responsibility in AI Technologies Conference, a collaboration between Gonzaga’s Institute for Informatics and Applied Technology and the Department of Beliefs, will tackle the ethical questions arising from AI’s rapid advancement. Discussions will center on privacy, security, fairness, safety, and accountability, acknowledging both the immense potential and inherent risks of AI.
The Imperative of Ethical AI Development
The conference aims to foster a responsible approach to AI, recognizing the critical need for ethical considerations in its development and deployment.
It is clear that we must take a responsible approach to the design, development, and deployment of AI technologies.
Anthony Fisher, lecturer in Gonzaga’s Department of Philosophy
Anthony Fisher emphasizes the conference’s focus on “the intellectual heart of the matter,” aiming to establish “the ethical substance that ought to be at the core of responsible AI.” He further notes the event’s diversity, anticipating it will “raise further questions and generate practical solutions” with broad implications for AI ethics and technology development.
Conference Highlights and Key Speakers
The conference is free and open to the public, offering opportunities for critical discussion through sessions on topics such as “Technology and Ethical Responsibility,” “Data Labelling in Shaping AI Technologies,” and “AI Laws and Policies Around the Globe.”
Jay Yang, director of the Institute for Informatics and Applied Technology, highlights the institute’s role in integrating AI across Gonzaga’s curriculum and innovation efforts.
The Institute for Informatics and Applied Technology is driving the integration of AI across Gonzaga’s curriculum, student learning and partner innovation.
Jay Yang, director of the Institute for Informatics and Applied Technology
yang envisions the conference as a platform where “visionary academics and industry leaders will come together to explore the critical intersection of AI, ethics, and responsibility,” shaping a future where technology is guided by human values.
diverse Expertise on Display
In addition to Gonzaga faculty, experts from Google, Adobe, Hong Kong Baptist University, the University of Minnesota-Duluth, Santa Clara University, the University of Washington, Seattle University, the University of Notre Dame, and Portland State University will contribute their expertise.
Conference Schedule and Location
The Value and Responsibility in AI Technologies Conference will be held on the Gonzaga university campus on April 3-4.Thursday sessions will run from 1 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. in room 103 of the John & Joan Bollier Family Center for Integrated Science & Engineering. Friday sessions will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Wolff Auditorium in the Jepson Center.
Key Discussion Points
- Ethical considerations in AI development
- The role of AI in society
- AI laws and policies around the globe
- Balancing innovation with responsible AI implementation
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AI, ethics, and Society: Your Questions Answered
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming our world, raising profound ethical questions. In April 2025, experts convened at Gonzaga university for the “Value and Responsibility in AI Technologies Conference” to discuss thes critical issues. This Q&A distills key insights from the conference and explores the essential intersection of AI, ethics, and society.
What are the primary ethical concerns surrounding AI growth?
Ethical considerations in AI development involve addressing potential risks and ensuring AI systems align with human values. Key concerns include:
Privacy: How do we protect sensitive data when AI systems collect and process vast amounts of data?
Security: Can we safeguard AI systems from malicious attacks and prevent their misuse?
* Fairness: How do we prevent AI algorithms