AI For Everyone Day at Edmonds College: Explore Community Applications, Skills, and Opportunities June 28

‘AI For Everyone’ Returns to Edmonds College on June 28

Edmonds College will host its third annual AI For Everyone Day on Saturday, June 28, from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. This free event, part of the AI Community Connections Speaker Series, will take place at Hazel Miller Hall on campus and is open to the public.

This year’s theme, Applications and Opportunities in Our Community, focuses on practical AI uses and how community members can benefit from emerging AI technologies in everyday life.

Dr. Carey Schroyer, Dean of STEM at Edmonds College, explains, “Our goal is to make AI accessible to everyone, regardless of their background. This event breaks down AI concepts and offers insights and tools to help people understand AI’s current and future potential.”

What to Expect at AI For Everyone Day

• Interactive Workshops: Participate in hands-on activities that demonstrate AI in daily life.
• Expert Talks: Hear from Edmonds College faculty and AI enthusiasts about AI possibilities and ethics.
• AI Labs: Try out common AI tools and apps with guidance—no previous AI experience needed.
• Q&A Sessions: Get answers to your AI questions from knowledgeable educators.
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with students, professionals, and community members interested in AI.

The event is free and open to everyone. Doors open at 9:30 a.m., with check-in between 9:45 and 10:15 a.m. Parking is available in lots A, B, C, E, and F.

Workshop Schedule

• 10:15 – 11:00: AI for Everyone: Essential Skills to Work Smarter, Not Harder
  Explore simple AI tools and practical tips to boost your productivity at home, work, or in the community. No technical background needed.
• 11:15 – 12:00: AI and Us: Keeping our Moral Skills Sharp in a High-Tech World
  Discuss how increased reliance on AI might affect our ethical decision-making and explore ways to maintain strong moral skills alongside technology.
• 12:30 – 1:15: Spot the Fake: Understanding Deepfakes and AI-Generated Media
  Learn how AI creates convincing fake images, audio, and video, and gain practical tips to identify and handle misinformation in digital media.

Hands-On Activities

• 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.: Code a Bot: Human Command Center
  Experience controlling real robots using simple commands in a fun, interactive environment. No coding experience required.
• AI Sandbox Drop-In
  Try out popular AI tools at your own pace. No registration or prior experience needed—just bring your curiosity.

AI Programs and Clubs at Edmonds College

• Degrees: Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence (4-Year Degree)
• Courses: AI For Everyone, AI and Ethics, AI and Manufacturing, Robotics and Manufacturing
• Clubs: Rocketry Club, Drone Club, Rover Club

Edmonds College serves around 16,000 students yearly, including 600 international students from about 50 countries. The college offers five bachelor of applied science degrees, one Bachelor of Science degree, 66 associate degrees, and 111 professional certificates across 30 programs.

Additional services include on-campus housing, college credit for high school students, basic education, short-term training, online degrees, childcare, a food pantry, mental health resources, and more.

For those interested in expanding their AI skills beyond this event, consider exploring online courses and certifications available at Complete AI Training.