Explore Artificial Intelligence in a New Way
FGCU's AI Day is the first of its kind. Experience a day full of innovation, collaboration, and actionable insights as leading AI experts present on the use of AI across academia, healthcare, business, public safety, and government. Network with fellow academics, industry partners, and community members to identify gaps and opportunities for AI collaboration across SWFL.
AI Day
March 12, 2026
2 - 6:30 PM | Breakout Sessions
Cohen Student Ballroom
6:30 - 8:30 PM | Networking Banquet
FGCU Students, Faculty, & Staff
Registration is free for FGCU students, faculty and staff.
Registration is required to attend.
External Participants
Community Members, Industry Partners, etc.
$150 Registration without Networking Banquet | $200 Registration with Networking Banquet
Choose One of Three Parallel Tracks on AI Adoption, Innovation, Opportunities, Challenges, and Much More:
AI in Academics
Track 1
AI in University Operations
Track 2
AI in SWFL Community and Industry
Track 3
Sponsorship Opportunities
| Sponsorship | description | Price |
|---|---|---|
|
Name the Event Sponsor (Only 1 Available) |
Example: <Your Company Name> AI DAY; 16 tickets to tracks plus Networking Banquet with heavy hors d'oeuvres and beverages; logo on the website; logo on digital signage at the event |
$10,000 |
| Platinum Sponsor |
8 tickets to tracks plus Networking Banquet with heavy hors d'oeuvres and beverages; logo on the website; logo on digital signage at the event |
$5,000 |
| Gold Sponsor |
4 tickets to tracks plus Networking Banquet with heavy hors d'oeuvres and beverages; logo on website; logo on digital signage at the event |
$2,500 |
| Silver Sponsor |
2 tickets to tracks plus Networking Banquet with heavy hors d'oeuvres and beverages; logo on website; logo on digital signage at the event |
$1,000 |
Agenda
| Time | Session |
|---|---|
| 2 - 2:30 PM | Registration & Welcome |
| 2:30 - 3:30 PM |
Opening Plenary |
| 3:30 - 3:45 PM | Break & Transition |
| 3:45 - 5:15 PM | Parallel Tracks (Select One) |
| 5:15 - 5:30 PM |
Break |
| 5:30 - 6:30 PM |
Closing Plenary |
| 6:30 - 8:30 PM |
Networking Banquet |
Parallel Track 1 Session: 3:45 - 5:15 PM
WCE AI Challenge Panel
AI Teaching Framework
Parallel Track 2 Session: 3:45 - 5:15 PM
FGCU AI-Awareness and Readiness Survey
FGCU AI Tutor
FGCU AI Enterprise Implementation
FGCU AI HR:
Parallel Track 3 Session: 3:45 - 5:15 PM
Panel 1
- Lee County Sheriff's Office: Colonel Shelly
- Collier County Economic Development & Housing: Sarah Harrington
- Lee County School District: Dr. Nathan Shaker
- Collier County School District: Dr. Leslie Ricciardelli
- Gartner: Drew Doolin
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