Speaker Series

AIS Student Chapters Speaker Series

Past Sessions

Breaking In: Launching a Career in the Age of AI
Friday, October 17 at 11:00 am CT/12:00 pm ET

How is AI reshaping the first step of a career? Join us for a timely AIS Speaker Series panel to explore how entry-level jobs are evolving in today’s AI-driven workplace.

Expert panelists

  • Tom Candler, Vice President, Consulting Services, CGI

  • Anna Claire Fry, COO, Galt Pharmaceuticals

  • Anne Herfurth, MIS Faculty, University of Alabama

  • Ryan Staggs, AIS Alabama Student Chapter Executive Committee Advisory Board

What we’ll dig into

  • Which entry-level roles seem most at risk (and why)

  • Which roles or tasks are growing or being redefined

  • How workflows and expectations for entry-level work are changing

  • How students and new grads can prepare: the skills, mindsets, and strategies that may help future-proof a career

Whether you’re preparing to launch your career or guiding students into the workforce, this conversation will help you understand what’s changing, what’s at stake, and how to prepare for what’s next.

NextGen Prompt Lab

September 12, 2025 

Led by Elena Zhang and Justin Baez, this session blends practical learning with career-building strategies through the lens of prompt engineering.Discover how to use AI to enhance your resume, prep for interviews, and build a personal brand. Learn prompt techniques that unlock creativity, boost productivity, and help you stand out in today’s tech-driven job market.

 

Scott Augenbaum

Inside the Mind of a Cybercriminal: Lessons from a Retired FBI Agent

February 25, 2025

Join retired FBI Special Agent Scott Augenbaum for a deep dive into the real-world threats lurking in today’s digital landscape. With over 30 years of experience investigating cybercrime, Scott has interviewed thousands of victims and uncovered one harsh reality—most cyberattacks could have been prevented. In this engaging and eye-opening session, Scott will break down how cybercriminals think, target, and exploit individuals and organizations. You’ll walk away with actionable steps to protect yourself, your family, and your future from becoming the next cybercrime statistic.

Dr. Shankar B. Chebrolu

Step-By-Step Approach for Threat Modeling Cloud-Based Services

Stacey Volmar

Data Storytelling - Know the basic principles, then get creative!

Is there a speaker you would like to hear? Let us know! studentchapters@aisnet.org 

Past AIS Student Chapters Speaker Series Events

  • January 27, 2023: Trends & Careers in Cybersecurity
  • October 12, 2022: Innovation in Business with AWS Cloud
    • The recording of this event is available to members only. You can access the video by clicking on this link.
  • March 13, 2023: IT & The Future of Business