AI in a Day

Scheduled

Summary

Join us for AI in a Day—presented by Enterprise Technology, Phygital Labs, and Microsoft.
This event is open to University faculty and staff who want to explore how artificial intelligence can streamline processes, solve challenges, and boost productivity. Whether you’re a researcher, educator, IT professional, or administrative staff member, AI in a Day offers practical insights and real-world applications to help you harness the power of AI. Connect with peers who share your passion for innovation and discover new ways to make an impact.

Objectives

Topics will include responsible AI and ethics, with a featured presentation by Kenneth R. Fleischmann from Good Systems, practical uses of Microsoft 365 Copilot across Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and a panel of UT creators sharing real-world agent use cases. The event will emphasize collaboration, innovation, and strategic planning for AI integration at UT. 

  • Identify practical applications of AI in academic and administrative workflows
  • Learn about ethical considerations and responsible AI frameworks relevant to higher education
  • Networking and collaboration with colleagues across campus

Location

  • San Jacinto Multipurpose Room, San Jacinto Hall (21st St. & San Jacinto Blvd.)
  • Thursday, November 13, 2025
  • 9 AM – 3:30 PM (Registration at 8:30 AM)  

The RSVP is available through UTLearn, click the link below.

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Agenda 

  • 8:30 AM (30m) - Registration 

    • Sign in, get a name badge, and enjoy coffee and pastries. 

  • 9:00 AM (30m) - Welcome and Keynote Introduction  

    • Mario Guerra  
      Director, Enterprise Learning Technology, UT Austin
    • Chris Akin 
      UT System Strategic Account Director, Microsoft 

  • 9:30 AM (45m) - Keynote: The Power of Partnerships 

    • Becky Keene 
      CEO, Phygital Labs 

  • 10:15 AM (15m) - Break  

  • 10:30 AM (45m) - Featured Speaker: With Great AI Power Must Come Responsible AI 

    • Kenneth R Fleischmann 
      Professor, School of Information, UT Austin 
      Founding Chair, Good Systems, UT Austin  

  • 11:15 AM (45m) - Workshop: Copilot in Action: Practical Productivity Tips for UT Austin 

    • Mitch Pierce 
      AI Workforce Director, Microsoft
    • Lane McKellar 
      AI Workforce Solution Engineer, Microsoft 

  • 12:00 PM (1hr) - Lunch  

    • Enjoy tapas provided by Enterprise Technology.  

  • 1:00 PM (30m) - Panel: UT Creators of Real-World Copilot Agents 

    • Andrew Chang 
      IT Project Manager, Dell Medical School, UT Austin
    • Monse Dayries 
      Educational Technologist, Red McCombs School of Business, UT Austin
    • David Pavkovic 
      Procurement Systems Administrator, Procurement and Payment Services, UT Austin
    • Zen Van Loan (Moderator) 
      AI Ambassador, Enterprise Learning Technology, UT Austin  

  • 1:30 PM (45m) Workshop: Build Your Own Copilot Agents 

    • Mitch Pierce 
      AI Workforce Director, Microsoft
    • Lane McKellar 
      AI Workforce Solution Engineer, Microsoft 

  • 2:15 PM (30m) Demo: UT Creators’ Agents  

    • Andrew Chang 
      IT Project Manager, Dell Medical School, UT Austin
    • Monse Dayries 
      Educational Technologist, Red McCombs School of Business, UT Austin 

  • 2:45 (15m) Speaker: Takeaways & Closing  

    • Cole W. Camplese 
      Vice President and Chief Information Officer, The University of Texas at Austin 

  • 3:00 PM (30m) Networking & Connecting 

    • Connect with peers, Microsoft representatives, the UT.AI Studio Team, and the UT AI Ambassador to explore future partnerships.
Event Details
Date and Time
Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Location
San Jacinto Hall, Multipurpose Room
Event tags
AI
Training
Copilot