IT Announces Slackshops

Join IT on Slack this summer in the #slackshops channel for a series of technology-driven discussions. From Emerson services to current Internet trends and controversies, we’ll hash it out in chat! Ask questions and throw out theories! No need to RSVP, but if you haven’t joined Slack yet, sign up here.

Living with Robots

Friday, July 31, 2:00–3:00 pm
emersoncollege.slack.com > Join the #slackshops channel!

With Google’s image recognition creating its own trippy images and the recent release of the new Terminator movie, we’ve got AI on the brain. How might AI be incorporated in our lives at Emerson?
Read more: Google’s AI image recognition

Are Free Services Worth It?

Monday, August 3, 2:00–3:00 pm
emersoncollege.slack.com > Join the #slackshops channel!

We will explore the controversial side of using free apps for education. Let’s talk about how to understand the fine print and what risks they introduce.
Read more: Terms of Service; Didn’t Read

Read more: Triaging Privacy Policy and Terms of Service

Box.com Is Coming to Emerson!

Friday, August 7, 2:00–3:00 pm
emersoncollege.slack.com > Join the #slackshops channel!

What is it and why are we switching to it?
Read more: Box for Emerson College

For more IT workshops including Lynda.com, Using a Graphics Tablet, and Intro to Illustrator, visit it.emerson.edu/workshops!