Two Drake University professors, Chris Porter, the director of Drake’s artificial intelligence program and an associate professor of computer science, and Chris Snider, a professor in the Drake’s School of Journalism and Mass Communication, will host a free virtual Zoom event on Aug. 25 from noon to 1 p.m. designed to give attendees an accessible overview of emerging AI tools and trends. This session will highlight recent breakthroughs in generative AI technology and offer insights into how these tools are shaping communication, education, business, and creative work. “This is an opportunity for anyone curious about AI to catch up on what’s new and where things are headed,” Snider said in a statement. “We’ll make it approachable and practical, no matter your experience level.” For more information or to register for the event, click here.