Introduction

Welcome to the September 2024 edition of our AI and Innovation Newsletter! This month, we will bring you the latest updates in AI, highlight exciting projects from our staff and faculty, and share useful resources to help you integrate AI into your work. The full AI newsletter will be available quarterly but be sure to check the new AI section of the internal newsletter each month.

Quick Updates

1. Dean’s Innovation Fund: Dean Sagas is providing up to $10K in grants for creative and novel advancements in our HRSM industries. Learn more about the program and apply by Oct. 14.
2. Tinkering with Generative AI Workshop: Wednesday, Sept. 25, noon | Register Now
3. AI in HRSM: BoodleBox AI Now Available at HRSM
   • HRSM faculty and staff can now access BoodleBox to streamline research, collaborate on projects, and explore AI applications in Hospitality, Retail, and Sport Management.
   • To learn more and start using BoodleBox
4. Upcoming AI Conference: Don't miss the AI Symposium and Innovation Conference on January 22nd, 2025. Registration information is coming soon.

AI in HRSM Spotlight

Innovative AI Meets Career Readiness
The Marnie Pearce Professionalism Seminar (HRSM 301) is taking a leap into the future of career preparation with Quinncia, an AI tool that's changing the game for our students’ resume.

What's Quinncia?

• An AI-powered resume reviewer
• Uses technology similar to Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
• Provides real-time feedback and suggestions
• Flags potential errors that ATS might catch

Why It Matters
By integrating Quinncia into HRSM 301, we're offering students:

• Personalized learning experiences
• Insider knowledge on how ATS work
• A competitive edge in the job market

This initiative is just one example of how we're leveraging AI to enhance our curriculum and prepare students for the evolving workforce. Read the full story.

Practical Tips

How to Use AI Tools in Your Teaching

1. Faculty Use
   • Get started with Blackboard’s Overview of the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Design Assistant.
   • Improve your Blackboard UCV course with the AI Auto-Generated Modules. Watch a video and follow step-by-step instructions to use the Auto-Generate Learning Modules feature.
2. Staff Use
   • Integrate AI chatbots to answer common student questions and to assist with administrative tasks. Find out how.

Academic Integrity and Attribution

Use of AI beyond the brainstorm of ideas should include citations and references. When showing or presenting images or other content you generated using an AI-tool, cite that image or content following the APA style guide. Submitting AI-generated work as your own without proper attribution is a violation of academic integrity policies. Properly cite AI contributions in your work as follows:

• In-text citation: (OpenAI, 2024)
• Reference List examples:
  • OpenAI. (2024). ChatGPT (August 8 version) [Large language model] https://chat.openai.com/chat
  • Anthropic. (2024). Claude (October 8 version) [Large language model] https://www.anthropic.com/
  • Google. (2024). Gemini (August 8 version) [Large language model] https://gemini.google.com/
• Example of URL: Use the URL linking the source (i.e., the page to access the model, not the publisher’s homepage). https://www.openai.com/dall-e
• See also: https://apastyle.apa.org/blog/how-to-cite-chatgpt

In Case You Missed It

France Hoang from BoodleBox gave a presentation to USC HRSM faculty and staff, focusing on the BoodleBox platform and its growing role in higher education. He highlighted how the platform can be used to automate administrative tasks, streamline classroom workflows and enhance the overall learning experience. Hoang also discussed the broader rise of AI in education and how tools like BoodleBox can support both instructors and students by improving efficiency and engagement in the classroom.

Humor and Fun

AI Trivia: Did you know that the first AI program, written in 1951, could play chess? While it wasn't very good by today's standards, it paved the way for future AI advancements.

Image Generation Example

Program: Adobe Firefly

Prompt: (A photo of Close-Hipp was uploaded as a composition reference. Style references are watercolor cityscapes, warm tones golden hour, and landscape photography.) South Carolina on a crisp, sunny fall morning. Vibrant orange and red leaves contrast with lush palm trees lining the walkways. Five young adults wearing backpacks walk together. The golden morning light casts long shadows, creating a warm, inviting atmosphere.

AI Learning Hub:
Training Resources for Faculty & Staff

Professional Development Courses

1. Google AI Certificate: "Google AI Essentials"
   • Industry-recognized certification program
   • In-depth training on AI fundamentals, machine learning, and practical applications
2. IBM AI for Higher Education: "IBM's AI Resources for Universities"
   • Collection of AI tools, courses, and resources
   • Specifically designed for higher education institutions
   • Provided by IBM Research
3. NACE AI Boot Camp: "Accelerate Your AI Skills with NACE"
   • Comprehensive boot camp for career services and recruiting professionals
   • Equips participants with essential AI knowledge and skills
4. LinkedIn Learning AI Courses: "On-Demand AI Learning with LinkedIn"
   • Wide range of AI-focused courses
   • Flexible, self-paced learning
   • Covers basic concepts to advanced applications

University-Affiliated Programs

1. USC Workshop on AI in Teaching and Learning: "Integrating AI in Pedagogy: USC's Practical Approach"
   • Workshop series by the University of South Carolina's Center for Teaching Excellence
   • Focuses on practical application of AI in teaching and learning environments
2. USC Certificate in Teaching and Learning with Generative AI: "Mastering Gen AI in Education: USC's Certification Program"
   • Comprehensive certificate program from the University of South Carolina
   • Equips educators with skills to integrate generative AI into teaching practices
3. University of Nebraska - Omaha AI Course: "Academic AI Foundations at UNO"
   • University-level course
   • Structured approach to understanding AI concepts, algorithms, and industry impact
4. Teaching with AI @ Auburn (Canvas Course): "Integrating AI in Education: Auburn's Approach"
   • Canvas-based course
   • Focuses on incorporating AI tools and concepts into teaching methodologies
5. Auburn University AI Lecture Series: "Exploring AI Frontiers: Auburn's Fall Lecture Series"
   • Talks by AI experts on cutting-edge developments and applications

Thank you for reading this month's AI and Innovation Newsletter. Stay tuned for more AI and Innovation updates by visiting the Office of Innovation webpage.