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The AI Events Calendar below highlights opportunities for all members of the University of Maine at Augusta community, including students, faculty, and staff, to explore how artificial intelligence is shaping learning, research, and daily life. From hands-on workshops and policy discussions to guest presentations and creative showcases, these events are designed to build shared understanding, spark dialogue, and provide practical tools for thoughtful and ethical use of AI.

Chad Bouchard, AI and Academic Initiatives Coordinator

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AI and Academic Initiatives Coordinator

UMA Bangor Campus

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Chad Bouchard is a journalist, writer, and editor with two decades of experience bridging global reporting and digital innovation. He grew up in Maine, studied theater at UMaine, and has recently returned to the state after more than three decades of reporting and adventure in the US and abroad.

AI Campfire – Exploring AI at UMA

Join us via Zoom for a weekly discussion series where our community can share ideas, ask questions, and help shape the integration of generative AI at UMA. The AI Campfires alternate between Wednesdays and Fridays at 11:30 a.m.

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