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AI Community of Practice Open Forum
The UW AI Community of Practice is for everyone! This meeting serves as an open forum for dialogue on any topic relevant to artificial intelligence. We welcome participation from the entire university, including students. We want to build community through dialogue. We occasionally host guest speakers, and new ideas are welcomed and encouraged — please share yours! Volunteers appreciated but not expected.
Our objectives:
* Encourage knowledge sharing and education
* Enable collaboration and networking
* Share innovation and research
* Discuss ethical and responsible use of AI
* Community engagement and outreach
Join us anytime for our weekly office hours, and find us online in our Microsoft Team.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/251845721685594?p=cTCksLp48ZYvkiyfB2. Accessibility Contact: Nick Stelzner, nrcs@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Workshops.
Wednesday, July 29, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Teams.
Deep Learning and Artificial Intelligence - Summer Institutes Online Short Course
This short course will provide an overview of the statistical underpinnings of Deep Learning (DL) and Artificial Intelligence (AI). The course will trace the evolution of AI models, beginning with Dense Neural Networks before progressing through Convolutional (CNN) and Recurrent (RNN) frameworks to modern Transformers, Diffusion models, and AI agents. Beyond model architecture, we will also explore the relationship between AI and statistics: how AI can advance statistical analyses and research, and conversely how statistics can advance AI.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus room: Online. Accessibility Contact: Deb Nelson, nelsod6@uw.edu, 206-685-9323. Event Types: Workshops. Special Events.
Wednesday, July 29, 2026, 11:30 AM – Friday, July 31, 2026, 2:30 PM.
For more info visit si.biostat.washington.edu. Purple - Weekly AI Office Hours
Have an idea for using AI but aren't sure where to start? Looking for guidance on building an agent, improving a workflow, exploring use cases, or navigating UW's AI tools?
Join Purple Weekly AI Office Hours for personalized 1:1 support from UW-IT's AI Support Specialist & Solutions Architect. Whether you're a complete beginner or already experimenting with AI, this is your opportunity to ask questions, troubleshoot challenges, brainstorm solutions, and turn ideas into action.
Bring your projects, your curiosity, and your toughest questions. We'll work together to identify opportunities, explore practical approaches, and help move your ideas from concept to implementation.
No preparation required; just bring your ideas and be ready to explore what's possible.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/211317646878897?p=ICSZsw43FEHvOMrIzk. Accessibility Contact: Nick Stelzner, nrcs@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions.
Thursday, July 30, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Teams.
AI Community of Practice Open Forum
The UW AI Community of Practice is for everyone! This meeting serves as an open forum for dialogue on any topic relevant to artificial intelligence. We welcome participation from the entire university, including students. We want to build community through dialogue. We occasionally host guest speakers, and new ideas are welcomed and encouraged — please share yours! Volunteers appreciated but not expected.
Our objectives:
* Encourage knowledge sharing and education
* Enable collaboration and networking
* Share innovation and research
* Discuss ethical and responsible use of AI
* Community engagement and outreach
Join us anytime for our weekly office hours, and find us online in our Microsoft Team.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/251845721685594?p=cTCksLp48ZYvkiyfB2. Accessibility Contact: Nick Stelzner, nrcs@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Workshops.
Wednesday, August 5, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Teams.
Purple - Weekly AI Office Hours
Have an idea for using AI but aren't sure where to start? Looking for guidance on building an agent, improving a workflow, exploring use cases, or navigating UW's AI tools?
Join Purple Weekly AI Office Hours for personalized 1:1 support from UW-IT's AI Support Specialist & Solutions Architect. Whether you're a complete beginner or already experimenting with AI, this is your opportunity to ask questions, troubleshoot challenges, brainstorm solutions, and turn ideas into action.
Bring your projects, your curiosity, and your toughest questions. We'll work together to identify opportunities, explore practical approaches, and help move your ideas from concept to implementation.
No preparation required; just bring your ideas and be ready to explore what's possible.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/211317646878897?p=ICSZsw43FEHvOMrIzk. Accessibility Contact: Nick Stelzner, nrcs@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions.
Thursday, August 6, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Teams.
AI Community of Practice Open Forum
The UW AI Community of Practice is for everyone! This meeting serves as an open forum for dialogue on any topic relevant to artificial intelligence. We welcome participation from the entire university, including students. We want to build community through dialogue. We occasionally host guest speakers, and new ideas are welcomed and encouraged — please share yours! Volunteers appreciated but not expected.
Our objectives:
* Encourage knowledge sharing and education
* Enable collaboration and networking
* Share innovation and research
* Discuss ethical and responsible use of AI
* Community engagement and outreach
Join us anytime for our weekly office hours, and find us online in our Microsoft Team.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/251845721685594?p=cTCksLp48ZYvkiyfB2. Accessibility Contact: Nick Stelzner, nrcs@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Workshops.
Wednesday, August 12, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Teams.
Purple - Weekly AI Office Hours
Have an idea for using AI but aren't sure where to start? Looking for guidance on building an agent, improving a workflow, exploring use cases, or navigating UW's AI tools?
Join Purple Weekly AI Office Hours for personalized 1:1 support from UW-IT's AI Support Specialist & Solutions Architect. Whether you're a complete beginner or already experimenting with AI, this is your opportunity to ask questions, troubleshoot challenges, brainstorm solutions, and turn ideas into action.
Bring your projects, your curiosity, and your toughest questions. We'll work together to identify opportunities, explore practical approaches, and help move your ideas from concept to implementation.
No preparation required; just bring your ideas and be ready to explore what's possible.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/211317646878897?p=ICSZsw43FEHvOMrIzk. Accessibility Contact: Nick Stelzner, nrcs@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions.
Thursday, August 13, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Teams.
AI Community of Practice Open Forum
The UW AI Community of Practice is for everyone! This meeting serves as an open forum for dialogue on any topic relevant to artificial intelligence. We welcome participation from the entire university, including students. We want to build community through dialogue. We occasionally host guest speakers, and new ideas are welcomed and encouraged — please share yours! Volunteers appreciated but not expected.
Our objectives:
* Encourage knowledge sharing and education
* Enable collaboration and networking
* Share innovation and research
* Discuss ethical and responsible use of AI
* Community engagement and outreach
Join us anytime for our weekly office hours, and find us online in our Microsoft Team.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/251845721685594?p=cTCksLp48ZYvkiyfB2. Accessibility Contact: Nick Stelzner, nrcs@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Workshops.
Wednesday, August 19, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Teams.
Purple - Monthly Training in UW's Gen AI Tool
Purple is UW’s general purpose AI tool, created to support teaching, research, and daily operations across campus. Whether you're new to artificial intelligence or looking to deepen your skills, the Purple Monthly Training Sessions provide a practical introduction to AI at the University of Washington.
Each month, participants explore the fundamentals of generative AI, effective prompting strategies, and UW's Purple platform through a short presentation, live demonstrations, and hands-on guidance. Sessions regularly cover topics such as AI literacy, prompt engineering, agent creation, and emerging best practices for operational work.
No technical background is required. Whether you're curious about what AI can do, looking to save time on routine tasks, or interested in building custom agents to support your work, these sessions are designed to help you move from exploration to application.
Join us to learn new skills, discover practical use cases, and connect with others across the UW community who are exp…
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/240014526997944?p=YbWl5haH4pVbYNcWCO. Accessibility Contact: Nick Stelzner, nrcs@uw.edu. Event Types: Workshops.
Thursday, August 20, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Teams.
Purple - Weekly AI Office Hours
Have an idea for using AI but aren't sure where to start? Looking for guidance on building an agent, improving a workflow, exploring use cases, or navigating UW's AI tools?
Join Purple Weekly AI Office Hours for personalized 1:1 support from UW-IT's AI Support Specialist & Solutions Architect. Whether you're a complete beginner or already experimenting with AI, this is your opportunity to ask questions, troubleshoot challenges, brainstorm solutions, and turn ideas into action.
Bring your projects, your curiosity, and your toughest questions. We'll work together to identify opportunities, explore practical approaches, and help move your ideas from concept to implementation.
No preparation required; just bring your ideas and be ready to explore what's possible.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/211317646878897?p=ICSZsw43FEHvOMrIzk. Accessibility Contact: Nick Stelzner, nrcs@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions.
Thursday, August 20, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Teams.
AI Community of Practice Open Forum
The UW AI Community of Practice is for everyone! This meeting serves as an open forum for dialogue on any topic relevant to artificial intelligence. We welcome participation from the entire university, including students. We want to build community through dialogue. We occasionally host guest speakers, and new ideas are welcomed and encouraged — please share yours! Volunteers appreciated but not expected.
Our objectives:
* Encourage knowledge sharing and education
* Enable collaboration and networking
* Share innovation and research
* Discuss ethical and responsible use of AI
* Community engagement and outreach
Join us anytime for our weekly office hours, and find us online in our Microsoft Team.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/251845721685594?p=cTCksLp48ZYvkiyfB2. Accessibility Contact: Nick Stelzner, nrcs@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Workshops.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Teams.
Purple - Weekly AI Office Hours
Have an idea for using AI but aren't sure where to start? Looking for guidance on building an agent, improving a workflow, exploring use cases, or navigating UW's AI tools?
Join Purple Weekly AI Office Hours for personalized 1:1 support from UW-IT's AI Support Specialist & Solutions Architect. Whether you're a complete beginner or already experimenting with AI, this is your opportunity to ask questions, troubleshoot challenges, brainstorm solutions, and turn ideas into action.
Bring your projects, your curiosity, and your toughest questions. We'll work together to identify opportunities, explore practical approaches, and help move your ideas from concept to implementation.
No preparation required; just bring your ideas and be ready to explore what's possible.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/211317646878897?p=ICSZsw43FEHvOMrIzk. Accessibility Contact: Nick Stelzner, nrcs@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions.
Thursday, August 27, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Teams.
AI Community of Practice Open Forum
The UW AI Community of Practice is for everyone! This meeting serves as an open forum for dialogue on any topic relevant to artificial intelligence. We welcome participation from the entire university, including students. We want to build community through dialogue. We occasionally host guest speakers, and new ideas are welcomed and encouraged — please share yours! Volunteers appreciated but not expected.
Our objectives:
* Encourage knowledge sharing and education
* Enable collaboration and networking
* Share innovation and research
* Discuss ethical and responsible use of AI
* Community engagement and outreach
Join us anytime for our weekly office hours, and find us online in our Microsoft Team.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/251845721685594?p=cTCksLp48ZYvkiyfB2. Accessibility Contact: Nick Stelzner, nrcs@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Workshops.
Wednesday, September 2, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Teams.
Purple - Weekly AI Office Hours
Have an idea for using AI but aren't sure where to start? Looking for guidance on building an agent, improving a workflow, exploring use cases, or navigating UW's AI tools?
Join Purple Weekly AI Office Hours for personalized 1:1 support from UW-IT's AI Support Specialist & Solutions Architect. Whether you're a complete beginner or already experimenting with AI, this is your opportunity to ask questions, troubleshoot challenges, brainstorm solutions, and turn ideas into action.
Bring your projects, your curiosity, and your toughest questions. We'll work together to identify opportunities, explore practical approaches, and help move your ideas from concept to implementation.
No preparation required; just bring your ideas and be ready to explore what's possible.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/211317646878897?p=ICSZsw43FEHvOMrIzk. Accessibility Contact: Nick Stelzner, nrcs@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions.
Thursday, September 3, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Teams.
AI Community of Practice Open Forum
The UW AI Community of Practice is for everyone! This meeting serves as an open forum for dialogue on any topic relevant to artificial intelligence. We welcome participation from the entire university, including students. We want to build community through dialogue. We occasionally host guest speakers, and new ideas are welcomed and encouraged — please share yours! Volunteers appreciated but not expected.
Our objectives:
* Encourage knowledge sharing and education
* Enable collaboration and networking
* Share innovation and research
* Discuss ethical and responsible use of AI
* Community engagement and outreach
Join us anytime for our weekly office hours, and find us online in our Microsoft Team.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/251845721685594?p=cTCksLp48ZYvkiyfB2. Accessibility Contact: Nick Stelzner, nrcs@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Workshops.
Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Teams.
Purple - Weekly AI Office Hours
Have an idea for using AI but aren't sure where to start? Looking for guidance on building an agent, improving a workflow, exploring use cases, or navigating UW's AI tools?
Join Purple Weekly AI Office Hours for personalized 1:1 support from UW-IT's AI Support Specialist & Solutions Architect. Whether you're a complete beginner or already experimenting with AI, this is your opportunity to ask questions, troubleshoot challenges, brainstorm solutions, and turn ideas into action.
Bring your projects, your curiosity, and your toughest questions. We'll work together to identify opportunities, explore practical approaches, and help move your ideas from concept to implementation.
No preparation required; just bring your ideas and be ready to explore what's possible.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/211317646878897?p=ICSZsw43FEHvOMrIzk. Accessibility Contact: Nick Stelzner, nrcs@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions.
Thursday, September 10, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Teams.
AI Community of Practice Open Forum
The UW AI Community of Practice is for everyone! This meeting serves as an open forum for dialogue on any topic relevant to artificial intelligence. We welcome participation from the entire university, including students. We want to build community through dialogue. We occasionally host guest speakers, and new ideas are welcomed and encouraged — please share yours! Volunteers appreciated but not expected.
Our objectives:
* Encourage knowledge sharing and education
* Enable collaboration and networking
* Share innovation and research
* Discuss ethical and responsible use of AI
* Community engagement and outreach
Join us anytime for our weekly office hours, and find us online in our Microsoft Team.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/251845721685594?p=cTCksLp48ZYvkiyfB2. Accessibility Contact: Nick Stelzner, nrcs@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Workshops.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Teams.
Purple - Monthly Training in UW's Gen AI Tool
Purple is UW’s general purpose AI tool, created to support teaching, research, and daily operations across campus. Whether you're new to artificial intelligence or looking to deepen your skills, the Purple Monthly Training Sessions provide a practical introduction to AI at the University of Washington.
Each month, participants explore the fundamentals of generative AI, effective prompting strategies, and UW's Purple platform through a short presentation, live demonstrations, and hands-on guidance. Sessions regularly cover topics such as AI literacy, prompt engineering, agent creation, and emerging best practices for operational work.
No technical background is required. Whether you're curious about what AI can do, looking to save time on routine tasks, or interested in building custom agents to support your work, these sessions are designed to help you move from exploration to application.
Join us to learn new skills, discover practical use cases, and connect with others across the UW community who are exp…
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/240014526997944?p=YbWl5haH4pVbYNcWCO. Accessibility Contact: Nick Stelzner, nrcs@uw.edu. Event Types: Workshops.
Thursday, September 17, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Teams.
Purple - Weekly AI Office Hours
Have an idea for using AI but aren't sure where to start? Looking for guidance on building an agent, improving a workflow, exploring use cases, or navigating UW's AI tools?
Join Purple Weekly AI Office Hours for personalized 1:1 support from UW-IT's AI Support Specialist & Solutions Architect. Whether you're a complete beginner or already experimenting with AI, this is your opportunity to ask questions, troubleshoot challenges, brainstorm solutions, and turn ideas into action.
Bring your projects, your curiosity, and your toughest questions. We'll work together to identify opportunities, explore practical approaches, and help move your ideas from concept to implementation.
No preparation required; just bring your ideas and be ready to explore what's possible.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/211317646878897?p=ICSZsw43FEHvOMrIzk. Accessibility Contact: Nick Stelzner, nrcs@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions.
Thursday, September 17, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Teams.
AI Community of Practice Open Forum
The UW AI Community of Practice is for everyone! This meeting serves as an open forum for dialogue on any topic relevant to artificial intelligence. We welcome participation from the entire university, including students. We want to build community through dialogue. We occasionally host guest speakers, and new ideas are welcomed and encouraged — please share yours! Volunteers appreciated but not expected.
Our objectives:
* Encourage knowledge sharing and education
* Enable collaboration and networking
* Share innovation and research
* Discuss ethical and responsible use of AI
* Community engagement and outreach
Join us anytime for our weekly office hours, and find us online in our Microsoft Team.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/251845721685594?p=cTCksLp48ZYvkiyfB2. Accessibility Contact: Nick Stelzner, nrcs@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Workshops.
Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Teams.
Purple - Weekly AI Office Hours
Have an idea for using AI but aren't sure where to start? Looking for guidance on building an agent, improving a workflow, exploring use cases, or navigating UW's AI tools?
Join Purple Weekly AI Office Hours for personalized 1:1 support from UW-IT's AI Support Specialist & Solutions Architect. Whether you're a complete beginner or already experimenting with AI, this is your opportunity to ask questions, troubleshoot challenges, brainstorm solutions, and turn ideas into action.
Bring your projects, your curiosity, and your toughest questions. We'll work together to identify opportunities, explore practical approaches, and help move your ideas from concept to implementation.
No preparation required; just bring your ideas and be ready to explore what's possible.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/211317646878897?p=ICSZsw43FEHvOMrIzk. Accessibility Contact: Nick Stelzner, nrcs@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions.
Thursday, September 24, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Teams.
AI Community of Practice Open Forum
The UW AI Community of Practice is for everyone! This meeting serves as an open forum for dialogue on any topic relevant to artificial intelligence. We welcome participation from the entire university, including students. We want to build community through dialogue. We occasionally host guest speakers, and new ideas are welcomed and encouraged — please share yours! Volunteers appreciated but not expected.
Our objectives:
* Encourage knowledge sharing and education
* Enable collaboration and networking
* Share innovation and research
* Discuss ethical and responsible use of AI
* Community engagement and outreach
Join us anytime for our weekly office hours, and find us online in our Microsoft Team.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/251845721685594?p=cTCksLp48ZYvkiyfB2. Accessibility Contact: Nick Stelzner, nrcs@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Workshops.
Wednesday, September 30, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Teams.
Purple - Weekly AI Office Hours
Have an idea for using AI but aren't sure where to start? Looking for guidance on building an agent, improving a workflow, exploring use cases, or navigating UW's AI tools?
Join Purple Weekly AI Office Hours for personalized 1:1 support from UW-IT's AI Support Specialist & Solutions Architect. Whether you're a complete beginner or already experimenting with AI, this is your opportunity to ask questions, troubleshoot challenges, brainstorm solutions, and turn ideas into action.
Bring your projects, your curiosity, and your toughest questions. We'll work together to identify opportunities, explore practical approaches, and help move your ideas from concept to implementation.
No preparation required; just bring your ideas and be ready to explore what's possible.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/211317646878897?p=ICSZsw43FEHvOMrIzk. Accessibility Contact: Nick Stelzner, nrcs@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions.
Thursday, October 1, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Teams.
AI Community of Practice Open Forum
The UW AI Community of Practice is for everyone! This meeting serves as an open forum for dialogue on any topic relevant to artificial intelligence. We welcome participation from the entire university, including students. We want to build community through dialogue. We occasionally host guest speakers, and new ideas are welcomed and encouraged — please share yours! Volunteers appreciated but not expected.
Our objectives:
* Encourage knowledge sharing and education
* Enable collaboration and networking
* Share innovation and research
* Discuss ethical and responsible use of AI
* Community engagement and outreach
Join us anytime for our weekly office hours, and find us online in our Microsoft Team.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/251845721685594?p=cTCksLp48ZYvkiyfB2. Accessibility Contact: Nick Stelzner, nrcs@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Workshops.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Teams.
Purple - Weekly AI Office Hours
Have an idea for using AI but aren't sure where to start? Looking for guidance on building an agent, improving a workflow, exploring use cases, or navigating UW's AI tools?
Join Purple Weekly AI Office Hours for personalized 1:1 support from UW-IT's AI Support Specialist & Solutions Architect. Whether you're a complete beginner or already experimenting with AI, this is your opportunity to ask questions, troubleshoot challenges, brainstorm solutions, and turn ideas into action.
Bring your projects, your curiosity, and your toughest questions. We'll work together to identify opportunities, explore practical approaches, and help move your ideas from concept to implementation.
No preparation required; just bring your ideas and be ready to explore what's possible.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/211317646878897?p=ICSZsw43FEHvOMrIzk. Accessibility Contact: Nick Stelzner, nrcs@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions.
Thursday, October 8, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Teams.
AI Community of Practice Open Forum
The UW AI Community of Practice is for everyone! This meeting serves as an open forum for dialogue on any topic relevant to artificial intelligence. We welcome participation from the entire university, including students. We want to build community through dialogue. We occasionally host guest speakers, and new ideas are welcomed and encouraged — please share yours! Volunteers appreciated but not expected.
Our objectives:
* Encourage knowledge sharing and education
* Enable collaboration and networking
* Share innovation and research
* Discuss ethical and responsible use of AI
* Community engagement and outreach
Join us anytime for our weekly office hours, and find us online in our Microsoft Team.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/251845721685594?p=cTCksLp48ZYvkiyfB2. Accessibility Contact: Nick Stelzner, nrcs@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Workshops.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Teams.
Purple - Monthly Training in UW's Gen AI Tool
Purple is UW’s general purpose AI tool, created to support teaching, research, and daily operations across campus. Whether you're new to artificial intelligence or looking to deepen your skills, the Purple Monthly Training Sessions provide a practical introduction to AI at the University of Washington.
Each month, participants explore the fundamentals of generative AI, effective prompting strategies, and UW's Purple platform through a short presentation, live demonstrations, and hands-on guidance. Sessions regularly cover topics such as AI literacy, prompt engineering, agent creation, and emerging best practices for operational work.
No technical background is required. Whether you're curious about what AI can do, looking to save time on routine tasks, or interested in building custom agents to support your work, these sessions are designed to help you move from exploration to application.
Join us to learn new skills, discover practical use cases, and connect with others across the UW community who are exp…
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/240014526997944?p=YbWl5haH4pVbYNcWCO. Accessibility Contact: Nick Stelzner, nrcs@uw.edu. Event Types: Workshops.
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Teams.
Purple - Weekly AI Office Hours
Have an idea for using AI but aren't sure where to start? Looking for guidance on building an agent, improving a workflow, exploring use cases, or navigating UW's AI tools?
Join Purple Weekly AI Office Hours for personalized 1:1 support from UW-IT's AI Support Specialist & Solutions Architect. Whether you're a complete beginner or already experimenting with AI, this is your opportunity to ask questions, troubleshoot challenges, brainstorm solutions, and turn ideas into action.
Bring your projects, your curiosity, and your toughest questions. We'll work together to identify opportunities, explore practical approaches, and help move your ideas from concept to implementation.
No preparation required; just bring your ideas and be ready to explore what's possible.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/211317646878897?p=ICSZsw43FEHvOMrIzk. Accessibility Contact: Nick Stelzner, nrcs@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions.
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Teams.
AI Community of Practice Open Forum
The UW AI Community of Practice is for everyone! This meeting serves as an open forum for dialogue on any topic relevant to artificial intelligence. We welcome participation from the entire university, including students. We want to build community through dialogue. We occasionally host guest speakers, and new ideas are welcomed and encouraged — please share yours! Volunteers appreciated but not expected.
Our objectives:
* Encourage knowledge sharing and education
* Enable collaboration and networking
* Share innovation and research
* Discuss ethical and responsible use of AI
* Community engagement and outreach
Join us anytime for our weekly office hours, and find us online in our Microsoft Team.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/251845721685594?p=cTCksLp48ZYvkiyfB2. Accessibility Contact: Nick Stelzner, nrcs@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Workshops.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Teams.
Purple - Weekly AI Office Hours
Have an idea for using AI but aren't sure where to start? Looking for guidance on building an agent, improving a workflow, exploring use cases, or navigating UW's AI tools?
Join Purple Weekly AI Office Hours for personalized 1:1 support from UW-IT's AI Support Specialist & Solutions Architect. Whether you're a complete beginner or already experimenting with AI, this is your opportunity to ask questions, troubleshoot challenges, brainstorm solutions, and turn ideas into action.
Bring your projects, your curiosity, and your toughest questions. We'll work together to identify opportunities, explore practical approaches, and help move your ideas from concept to implementation.
No preparation required; just bring your ideas and be ready to explore what's possible.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/211317646878897?p=ICSZsw43FEHvOMrIzk. Accessibility Contact: Nick Stelzner, nrcs@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions.
Thursday, October 22, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Teams.