VOYAGER LECTURE SERIES

AI Made Simple

with Scott Allen

Tuesday, January 13, 2025 at 7:30pm | Social Hour Begins at 6:30pm

The Lorraine Boccardo Theater

Our Voyager Lecture Series continues in 2026 with this season’s theme: Venturing Into the Unknown.

As artificial intelligence accelerates at an unprecedented pace, it’s reshaping possibilities in ways that once felt like science fiction.

In this dynamic and accessible presentation, speaker Scott Allen breaks down how modern AI truly works—cutting through the hype to reveal its real capabilities and surprising impact on creativity, communication, and daily life. Through compelling examples and live demonstrations, you’ll gain a clear, grounded understanding of this rapidly evolving technology.

Join us to discover why stepping into the uncharted world of AI isn’t just fascinating—it’s an exciting and empowering opportunity for us all.

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Scott Allen is a Senior Learning Management Systems Administrator in the Information Technology Department at Utah Tech University and teaches courses for the Institute for Continued Learning (ICL). A longtime member of the Utah Tech community, Scott has spent more than 25 years working in instructional technology and higher-education. His recent teaching focuses on generative AI—helping adult learners understand and apply modern AI tools in practical, creative, and empowering ways. He is passionate about lifelong learning and enjoys helping people discover how emerging technologies can enrich everyday life.