Inside Seattle’s Approach to AI
Join us for a timely conversation with Lisa Qian, the City of Seattle’s first AI Officer, and CJMD fellow Austin Jenkins.
Lisa Qian will discuss how Seattle is approaching the responsible and innovative use of artificial intelligence across city operations and public services. Drawing on her work since stepping into this role, she’ll share insights on governance, implementation, and the challenges of bringing AI into the public sector.
The conversation will include time for audience Q&A, offering a chance to engage directly on the opportunities and risks of AI in city government.
Open to anyone interested in AI, public policy, and the future of civic technology.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Communications Building (CMU). Accessibility Contact: laurer7@uw.edu. Event Types: Academics. Information Sessions. Lectures/Seminars. Special Events. Target Audience: Communications students, journalism students, public policy students, faculty.
Wednesday, May 27, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
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