Virginia AI Symposium 2027
Advancing Teaching and Learning in the Age of Generative AI
Friday, February 19, 2027 | UVA, Charlottesville + Virtual
The Virginia AI Symposium brings together instructors, educational developers, staff, administrators, and students from across Virginia to explore how we can collectively advance teaching and learning in the age of AI. Participants will explore emerging research, develop practical strategies for navigating AI in their teaching, and consider when and how AI can meaningfully support student learning. The symposium emphasizes responsible use of AI, sharing adaptable teaching practices, and building a network of educators committed to thoughtful innovation. Participants will leave with concrete tools, resources, and connections to continue this work beyond the event.
This event features both an in-person and a virtual track. Registration is separate and free for both tracks. In-person attendance will be capped at 100 participants (inclusive of presenters). This year’s program will include a panel, interactive workshops and research presentations, lightning talks, and a poster session. While both tracks offer a similar schedule, the presentations in each will be unique. Registration coming soon!
This year’s symposium will explore the following themes:
- Program-Level Responses to AI. How should academic programs respond to AI not just at the course level, but also at the curricular level?
- Challenges and Opportunities of Frontier Models. What challenges and opportunities do frontier AI models and tools offer to teaching in higher education?
- Analog, Low-Tech, and AI-Free Learning. When and how should instructors engage students in analog, low-tech, or AI-free learning experiences?
- AI-Aware Assignments. How might instructors design AI-aware assignments and activities to minimize cognitive offloading and maximize learning?
Organizers
Organized by CORE+AI in partnership with the University of Virginia Center for Teaching Excellence and McIntire School of Commerce, the George Mason University Stearns Center for Teaching and Learning and the Office of the Chief AI Officer, and the James Madison University Center for Faculty Innovation and the Office of the Provost.
Educators, staff, administrators, and students from institutions across Virginia are invited to share their work related to AI in teaching and learning.
This year’s event will offer distinct in-person and virtual programs featuring a panel, interactive workshops and research presentations, lightning talks, and a poster session.
