DJF 2025 Final

Title of section for this section 18 Adult Tech: Picture Puzzle Wednesday, February 5 5–7:00 PM Learning Lab Maker Space Bring in a photo and turn it into a puzzle! Generative AI Explained— Benefits, Challenges, and Ethical Considerations Thursday, February 6 7–8:00 PM Denison Professor Lew Ludwig will provide an overview of generative AI and its transformative potential in education and beyond. We’ll also discuss ethical considerations, including privacy and bias, highlighting AI’s impact on society. Dr. Ludwig is a nationally recognized speaker with extensive experience in discussing generative AI. World Insights: Geoengineering: Mad Science or Last Hope? Tuesday, February 11 7–8:00 PM International climate agreements call for reaching net-zero carbon emissions around the year 2050. But what does ‘net’ mean in net-zero? From carbon capture and storage methods to the manipulation of the amount of solar radiation reaching the Earth, we will discuss the technical and economic feasibility and challenges of geoengineering. Dr. Quentin Hedges Duroy is a Professor of Economics and director of the International Studies program at Denison University. Get to Know Google: Google Drive & Google Photos Thursday, February 20 5–7:00 PM Learning Lab Maker Space Learn the basics, from uploading and downloading to creating folders and searching. Laptops available or bring your own device or laptops will be available. Cultivating Your Creativity with Thurber House Tuesday, February 25 6–7:30 PM Come away from this workshop with tips to encourage creative curiosity, kick-start your writing, and face down writer’s block. Niki Gnezda is a writer, artist, speaker, and educator with a Ph.D. in creativity studies. Sponsored by the Susan Cramer Fund. Celebrating Black Music in America: Jazz through the Ages Wednesday, February 26 7–8:00 PM Learn how Black artists and musicians changed the music landscape in America, and beyond, through Blues and Jazz during the 20s–60s. Faheem Najieb is an educator and musician with a focus on Blues and Jazz. Adult Programs

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