RICHMOND, Ind. – Curious about how Artificial Intelligence (AI) works but don’t know where to start? Indiana University East is hosting a day of learning and collaboration on Friday, May 1, 2026, on campus at 2325 Chester Boulevard in Richmond, Indiana. Whether you are a total beginner or a tech-savvy professional, the IU East AI Summit is designed to provide you with practical tools for the future.

Low Pressure, High Value: The day begins (10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.) with the GEN AI Jumpstart Workshop. Located at Springwood Hall Room 211, this "speed-dating" style event features 10-minute mini-sessions. You can drop in for a single topic or stay for multiple rounds to learn how generative AI can help you in practical, everyday ways today.

Shaping Our Region: The day continues in the afternoon (12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.) with the summit at Vivian Auditorium in Whitewater Hall. Participants will join industry and community voices to identify practical strategies for regional growth and discuss how AI can address global technological shifts across sectors such as manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, and education. Join Us: This event is free to attend and open to the public. Because registration for the main summit is limited to the first 250 people, early sign-up is encouraged at IU EAST AI SUMMIT: IU East.