CITL Student
Quick Takes series
Episode 1: GenAI in Courses & Careers
I'm excited to launch the CITL Student Quick Takes series, where I'll chat with fellow Illinois students about our learning journeys, course experiences, and career goals! Special thanks to Robert Baird, Senior Associate Director at CITL, for this opportunity and CITL’s support of student voices.
In our first episode, we dive into the impact of GenAI in classes and career paths with two amazing guests: Arted Gjata (Integrative Biology) and Foziea Garada (Computer Science). Watch for shoutouts to GenAI projects in courses like Chem 332, CS 341 with Prof. Lawrence Angrave, and IE 421 with Prof. David Lariviere.
Episode 2: GenAI in Education, Design & Human Resources
I'm excited to continue the CITL Student Quick Takes series, where I chat with fellow Illinois students about our learning journeys, course experiences, and career goals! A big thank you to CITL for this opportunity and for supporting student voices in these conversations.
In our second episode, we explore how GenAI is shaping education, creativity, and the workplace with three amazing guests. Daisy Castro (Middle Grade Education) shares how AI is influencing K-12 classrooms and what it means for future educators. Bruktawit Yigzaw (Advertising + Studio Art / Minor in Informatics) reflects on AI’s role in design and how artists are adapting to this evolving technology. Abby Brown (Psychology – Industrial/Organizational / Minor in Leadership Studies) discusses the impact of GenAI on Human Resources, from hiring processes to employee management.
Episode 3: GenAI in Research, Education, and Student Success
In Episode 3A, I sit down with Ryan Ziegler (Computer Science) and Eva Lam Redondo (Latin American & Caribbean Studies) to discuss how GenAI is shaping research and teaching. Both guests share their perspectives on identifying AI-generated student work and the challenges of assignments that are easily "GPTable." Ryan raises a key concern: courses that fail to adapt may leave some students without real learning value.
In Episode 3B, we explore the social and global impact of GenAI, with Eva leading a discussion on the democratizing potential of AI and universal WiFi. She highlights the role these technologies can play in advancing digital literacy and equity worldwide.
In Episode 3C, we switch gears to student success tips! Ryan and Eva share advice for undergraduates, emphasizing the power of networking, stepping outside your comfort zone, and exploring new courses. Eva offers a great piece of wisdom: every student should find three key people—a mentor, an inspiration, and a friend.
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