Do you want to work in the U.S. after you graduate? Are you on an F-1 visa? Attend this workshop to learn more about Optional Practical Training (OPT) and how to apply for a work permit to stay in the U.S. and work in your field of study after graduation. This workshop is required for all students who will apply for OPT and will graduate in Spring 2025 semester. Attend this workshop BEFORE you apply for post-completion OPT.

AI is revolutionizing higher education, but how do you harness its power effectively while avoiding common pitfalls? In this hands-on session, we'll unlock AI-powered workflows tailored for educators, researchers, and administrators. Learn how to craft prompting recipes that supercharge your AI interactions, build custom GPTs for personalized assistance, and create stunning presentations and visuals with AI-powered image generation tools. But it's not all sunshine and automation—AI comes with risks. We'll also explore ethical considerations, biases, and practical safeguards to ensure AI enhances rather than disrupts learning and teaching. Whether you're new to AI or looking to refine your approach, this session will equip you with practical, ready-to-use AI strategies that will save time, boost engagement, and elevate your teaching game. PRESENTER: Lauren Tucker (Inclusive Education and Behavior Science, Southern Connecticut State University). Interested in being notified of upcoming webinars? Sign up for ISA Connected, a monthly newsletter with information on all of ISA's upcoming virtual programming, here: https://www.isanet.org/Programs/Virtual-Programs/ISA-Connected (https://www.isanet.org/Programs/Virtual-Programs/ISA-Connected)

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Research in Progress Talk "Investigating the role of C-X-C motif ligand 14 on microglial function and amyloid-beta clearance in Alzheimer's disease." Presenter: Joseph Pathoulas, Yan Lab