{"id":39739,"date":"2026-03-20T10:05:39","date_gmt":"2026-03-20T15:05:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tamus.edu\/academic\/?page_id=39739"},"modified":"2026-03-20T11:15:10","modified_gmt":"2026-03-20T16:15:10","slug":"ai-learnathon","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.tamus.edu\/academic\/initiatives\/ai-learnathon\/","title":{"rendered":"2026 AI Learnathon"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>.kb-row-layout-id39739_0f7721-d3 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id39739_0f7721-d3 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id39739_0f7721-d3 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id39739_0f7721-d3 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 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.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39739_8d8072-e8[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading39739_8d8072-e8\"]{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-md, 2rem);font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39739_8d8072-e8 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39739_8d8072-e8[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading39739_8d8072-e8\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39739_8d8072-e8 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39739_8d8072-e8[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading39739_8d8072-e8\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h1 class=\"kt-adv-heading39739_8d8072-e8 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading39739_8d8072-e8\">2026 AI Learnathon<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<figure 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img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39739_871fcf-31[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading39739_871fcf-31\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading39739_871fcf-31 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-1-color has-text-color\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading39739_871fcf-31\"><em><strong>Building AI Literacy Across the A&amp;M System<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.5\">The 2026 AI Learnathon is a system-wide, month-long initiative designed to build foundational artificial intelligence (AI) literacy among faculty and staff across The Texas A&amp;M University System. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.5\">Running March 27 \u2013 April 30, 2026, the Learnathon brings together coordinated learning opportunities, campus-led events, and system-level programming to support responsible, practical engagement with AI. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.5\">By combining hands-on learning with system collaboration, the AI Learnathon supports a shared goal of strengthening institutional readiness for the future of teaching, learning, research, and administration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>Why AI Learnathon?<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming how work is done across higher education and beyond. The AI Learnathon provides a structured, supportive environment for faculty and staff to move from awareness to action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Through this initiative, the A&amp;M System is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"margin-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Advancing AI literacy at scale<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supporting faculty and staff development<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Encouraging responsible and ethical AI use<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strengthening institutional readiness and innovation capacity<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column39739_1806d8-2d > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-md, 2rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-md, 2rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-md, 2rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-md, 2rem);}.kadence-column39739_1806d8-2d > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column39739_1806d8-2d > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column39739_1806d8-2d > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column39739_1806d8-2d > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column39739_1806d8-2d > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column39739_1806d8-2d > .kt-inside-inner-col{background-color:var(--global-palette7, #EDF2F7);}.kadence-column39739_1806d8-2d > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column39739_1806d8-2d{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column39739_1806d8-2d > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column39739_1806d8-2d > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column39739_1806d8-2d\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>Key Dates<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Learnathon aligns with major system and national events to create momentum and engagement throughout the month:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>March 27<\/strong> \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/ailiteracyday.org\/\">National AI Literacy Day<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>April 2<\/strong> \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tamus.edu\/catie\/events\/\">CATIE&#8217;s Ignite Faculty Virtual Town Hall Webinar<\/a> (AI in teaching &amp; learning)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>April 9\u201310<\/strong> \u2013 Chancellor\u2019s Faculty Innovation &amp; Impact Symposium<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>April 13\u201317<\/strong> \u2013 National AI Week<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>April 22<\/strong> \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/lnkd.in\/e_mQ5qzz\">Texas A&amp;M University System&#8217;s AI Symposium with Grammarly<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>What to Expect?<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Faculty and staff across the System can participate in a wide range of activities, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Learning &amp; Certification Opportunities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"margin-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"margin-left:0\">Self-paced training through <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tamus.edu\/academic\/initiatives\/grow-with-google\/\">Grow with Google<\/a><\/strong> and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tamus.edu\/academic\/initiatives\/scaling-instructional-excellence\/\">ACUE<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"margin-left:0\">Courses such as AI Essentials and Prompting Essentials<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"margin-left:0\">Opportunities to earn industry-recognized certificates<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">System-Level Programming<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"margin-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Faculty innovation webinar highlighting real-world AI use<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Symposium sessions featuring AI in teaching, writing, and workforce alignment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Engagement during National AI Week<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Campus-Based Activities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Each member institution may host:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"margin-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Workshops and training sessions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Faculty showcases and panels<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hands-on AI demonstrations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Local innovation initiatives<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Participation will vary by campus, allowing institutions to tailor programming to their priorities and audiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>How to Participate<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol style=\"margin-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);line-height:1.6\" class=\"wp-block-list has-medium-font-size\">\n<li>Explore available training opportunities through system partners<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Engage in campus events and activities hosted by your institution<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Participate in system-wide events throughout the month<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Share your progress and experiences with colleagues<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complete courses and earn certifications<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column39739_39ca2e-ea > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-md, 2rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-md, 2rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-md, 2rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-md, 2rem);}.kadence-column39739_39ca2e-ea > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column39739_39ca2e-ea > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column39739_39ca2e-ea > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column39739_39ca2e-ea > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column39739_39ca2e-ea > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column39739_39ca2e-ea > .kt-inside-inner-col{background-color:var(--global-palette7, #EDF2F7);}.kadence-column39739_39ca2e-ea > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column39739_39ca2e-ea{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column39739_39ca2e-ea > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column39739_39ca2e-ea > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column39739_39ca2e-ea\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Find Events &amp; 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