Karen Colbert to Address AI and Digital Sovereignty at 2025 MS-CC Annual Meeting

Exciting Opening Keynote at the MS-CC Annual Meeting

The upcoming 2025 Annual Meeting for the MS-CC promises to be an enlightening event with Karen Colbert as the keynote speaker. As an esteemed artificial intelligence strategist and advocate for STEM, Colbert is set to address critical issues surrounding digital sovereignty in today's AI-driven landscape.

Event Details

The annual meeting is scheduled for May 28-30, 2025, in the vibrant city of Nashville, Tennessee. Colbert's session, titled 'We Won't Code Switch for the Algorithm: The Future of AI and the Urgency of Digital Sovereignty', will take place on May 29 at 9:15 a.m. CT at the Loews Nashville at Vanderbilt Plaza. Attendees can expect a thought-provoking exploration of how AI is reshaping education, research, and opportunities.

Challenges in the Digital Age

Colbert's keynote aims to challenge the status quo by emphasizing the need for communities to maintain cultural integrity amidst rapid technological advancements. She brings a wealth of experience in AI literacy, culturally responsive education, and data storytelling to the forefront, advocating for digital sovereignty as a means of empowerment rather than erasure.

Advancing Education and Research

Currently, Colbert serves as the General Education Department Chair and Lead Math Faculty at Keweenaw Bay Ojibwa Community College, focusing on enhancing quantitative and computational skills among both students and faculty members. Her dedication to bridging the digital divide in Indigenous higher education highlights her commitment to ensuring that no scholar is left behind in this evolving landscape of AI.

In 2021, she was honored as the RStudio Scholar and became the first Data Carpentries Instructor among Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs). Colbert's role extends beyond academia; she actively participates on the Faculty Advisory Committee for the American Indian College Fund, continually advocating for the inclusion of non-traditional and adult students in the discourse around AI.

Community Collaboration and Connection

The MS-CC Annual Meetings serve as an essential platform where leaders from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), TCUs, and Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) converge. This gathering fosters discussions on sustainable IT capabilities, vital for data-heavy educational and research initiatives. With support from the National Science Foundation, this meeting facilitates community, collaboration, and connection among attendees.

Participation and Future Insights

Registration for the 2025 MS-CC Annual Meeting is now open, and organizers encourage interested parties to secure their spots early. This gathering aims to strengthen the cyberinfrastructure for research and education, highlighting the diverse missions of participating institutions in the digital age.

To learn more about the event and ensure your participation, visit the official MS-CC website at www.ms-cc.org. Not only will the event cover critical topics, but it will pave the way for the next generation of scholars and leaders in the realm of AI and digital education. Join Karen Colbert and fellow advocates in shaping the future of technology and education!