Big Ideas Forum

In this recurring program, anyone who attends tonight has a 6-7 min window to present something that might have caught their attention, something they have wondered about, a book we all should know about, etc. Formal presentations with slides and videos or getting up in front of the forum are not required. The purpose is to share ideas… but mind you: 6-7 min is a lot less time than you think! [Read More]

In this recurring program, anyone who attends tonight has a 6-7 min window to present something that might have caught their attention, something they have wondered about, a book we all should know about, etc. Formal presentations with slides and videos or getting up in front of the forum are not required. The purpose is to share ideas… but mind you: 6-7 min is a lot less time than you think! [Read More]

Critical race theory (CRT) is a framework for examining the ways in which race and racism intersect with systems of power in society. It originated in the field of legal studies as a response to the limitations of traditional civil rights approaches to addressing racial inequality. CRT posits that racism is not only the result of individual prejudice or bias, but is also embedded in the laws, policies, and practices of societal institutions. It also recognizes the intersectionality of race with other forms of identity such as gender, class, and sexuality. The goal of CRT is to identify and challenge... [Read More]

Text-to-music AI is a technology that uses advanced algorithms to create music from written words. It has applications in various fields, including music composition, film and TV soundtracks, education, and therapy. While it offers many benefits, such as the ability to generate original and personalized music, it also raises ethical considerations around the use of AI in creative endeavors. Nonetheless, text-to-music AI presents exciting possibilities for the future of music, and its development is something worth keeping an eye on. [Read More]

Text-to-image generator AI programs are a type of machine learning technology that can create realistic images from textual descriptions. These programs use complex algorithms and neural networks to analyze and interpret natural language descriptions and generate corresponding images. Text-to-image generators have a wide range of potential applications, from helping artists and designers visualize their ideas to creating realistic simulations for scientific research. [Read More]

ChatGPT is an advanced language model developed by OpenAI, capable of generating human-like text in response to prompts. It can be used for conversational AI applications, such as chatbots, and can understand and respond to a wide range of topics with high accuracy. [Read More]