AI Plus Symposium

Explore the Future of AI with UAlbany

The AI Plus Symposium at the University at Albany is a national event that brings together students, researchers and professionals to explore the opportunities and challenges of artificial intelligence (AI).

The annual multi-day symposium features keynote speakers, hands‑on workshops and collaborative discussions with peers and subject‑matter experts.  

Designed as a space for shared learning and knowledge‑building across disciplines and institutions, the event invites participants to reflect, exchange ideas and contribute insights throughout the conference.  

 

2027 Symposium
Past Symposiums
  • A person wearing a virtual reality headset reaches out their hand during the 2026 AI Plus Symposium.
  • Six people sit at a round table having an in-depth discussion during the 2026 AI Plus Symposium.
  • A person sits in a chair in front of curved 180 degree computer monitor and uses an X-Box steering wheel to drive a vehicle in a video game.
  • Three researchers stand behind a table with a quadcopter drone, controller and computers and speak to attendees during the 2026 AI Plus Symposium.
  • A presenter gestures to a projected slideshow with the title "Practice Examples" during the 2026 AI Plus Symposium.
  • A presenter types of a smartphone while sitting at a table with a laptop and microphone during the 2026 AI Plus Symposium.
  • AI Plus Institute Director Balakrishnan (Prabha) Prabhakaran speaks at a podium while Provost Carol Kim and another speaker seated beside him on stage listen during the 2026 AI Plus Symposium.
  • A presenter stands in front of a research poster and gestures while speaking with an attendee during the 2026 AI Plus Symposium.
  • Elizabeth Gray from the AI Plus Institute gestures as she speaks into a microphone. She and three other panelists are seated at a table on a stage during the 2026 AI Plus Symposium.
  • An audience member listens intently during a presentation at the 2026 AI Plus Symposium.

     

    2027 AI Plus Symposium: AI Plus Public Impact Research  

    UAlbany’s 2027 AI Plus Symposium will explore public impact research related to artificial intelligence.  

    The symposium is expected to take place in mid-March or early April 2027, with the final date to be determined shortly. Come back soon for updates!  

    This year's symposium aligns with UAlbany's participation in a national Public Impact Research initiative supported by The Pew Charitable Trusts.

    Interested in sponsorship? Contact the Director of the AI Plus Institute, Balakrishnan (Prabha) Prabhakaran, at [email protected]. 
     

    2027
    2027 Organizing Committee

    Honorary Chairs:  

    • Thenkurussi (Kesh) Kesavadas, Vice President for Research & Economic Development
    • Carol H. Kim, Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs

    General Chair:  

    • Balakrishnan (Prabha) Prabhakaran, Director of the AI Plus Institute

    General Co-chairs:

    • Eric Stern, Director of the AI & Society Research Center
    • Jason D'Cruz, Director of the AI & Society College

    Steering Committee:

    • Melissa Connolly, Vice President for Communications and Marketing
    • Todd D. Foreman, Vice President for Finance and Administration
    • Fardin Sanai, Vice President for University Advancement and Executive Director of The University at Albany Foundation
    • Sheila Seery, Vice President for Government and Community Relations 
    • Emily Morgese, Executive Communications and Strategic Initiatives Officer for the President's Office

     

    Previous Symposiums

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    2026 AI Plus Symposium: The Future of Education

    UAlbany's inaugural AI Plus Symposium — held March 6 to 8, 2026 — focused on how artificial intelligence is impacting the future of education. 

    The three-day event included keynotes, poster presentations, workshops, reflective sessions and demonstrations that explored the conferences three tracks:

    • Teaching, Learning and Workforce Development
    • Research, Creative Arts and Practice
    • Ethics, Governance and Academic Administration

    View the full 2026 AI Plus Symposium schedule for details. To learn more, read news coverage of the 2026 Symposium and explore our 2026 photo gallery.