Understanding GenAI

Event details Date: Tuesday, September 15, 2026 Time: 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM Location: Online Type: Lecture / Talk / Workshop Department: USC Libraries Audience: Students, Faculty/Staff About this event Assess essentials in Generative AI: what it is, how it works, and how to think critically about AI-generated information. Focus on how to evaluate, question, and responsibly use AI in academia. Learning Outcomes: Explain what Generative AI is to make informed decisions about when (and when not) to use AIIdentify strengths, limitations, and risks in AI responsesStrengthen critical thinking and source evaluation, to maintain agency over academic judgment Cancellation policy: The workshop may be canceled due to low enrollment on the day of the planned event. Slides and any previous recordings will be shared via email with anyone registered for the event. Official event details: https://calendar.usc.edu/event/understanding-genai-1662