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Convergence Lecture Series Presents ‘How to Thrive in the Age of AI’

Social entrepreneur, inventor and Carnegie Mellon mathematics professor Po-Shen Loh will explore how creative problem-solving, judgment, and communication become more valuable as automation grows in "How to Thrive in the Age of AI" on September 20.

The inaugural Convergence lecture series begins with a look at how artificial intelligence is transforming our world, and how we can prepare for careers in an automated future.

"How to Thrive in the Age of AI" features social entrepreneur, inventor and Carnegie Mellon mathematics professor Po-Shen Loh, who will explore how creative problem-solving, judgment, and communication become more valuable as automation grows - and how students and professionals can build those strengths now.

The lecture will be held at noon Saturday, September 20, in the Charles B. Wang Center Theater. The event is free and open to the public, but space is limited. Reserve your seats online.

Loh brings a distinctive perspective shaped by his dual expertise: serving as national coach of the USA Mathematical Olympiad team (which has won four gold medals under his leadership) and developing innovative solutions for real-world challenges from pandemic response to educational technology. Through his nationwide speaking tour that reached 250 audiences across 100 cities, he has refined a practical framework for thriving alongside AI. He has pioneered numerous innovations and has been featured in or co-created YouTube videos with more than 25 million views.

The Convergence lecture series is presented by by Stony Brook University's Institute for Creative Problem Solving in collaboration with the National Museum of Mathematics (MoMath) and Brookhaven National Laboratory. The series welcomes curious minds of all kinds to explore the wide world of mathematical thinking. Each talk offers a fresh perspective - whether it's diving into real-world applications, unpacking abstract concepts, or just having fun with fascinating patterns, puzzles, and problems.

For more information, visit the Institute for Creative Problem Solving website.

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