Panel 1: Engaging in Public Scholarship for the Greater Good
Thursday, August 15 – 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Panelists:
- Joseph Mansour, University of Louisiana Monroe & Louisiana Tech University
- Laurie Giddens, University of North Texas
- Clay Posey, Brigham Young University
- Mary Sumner, University of Oklahoma
- Craig Van Slyke, Louisiana Tech University
Information systems scholarship often yields insights that can help build a more equitable, just society. However, our scholarship remains largely unknown and inaccessible to the general public. The lack of public engagement not only impedes the impact of our scholarship, but also reduces public understanding of and support for our work. The
proposed panel will discuss effective ways to engage in public scholarship through a variety of means, including consulting, leadership in practitioner groups, collaboration with advocacy groups, and digital media. Audience members will gain a better appreciation for the value of public scholarship and will also learn the practical strategies for engaging with the public.
Panel 2: Next Generation Mentoring: Who is Mentoring Whom?
Thursday, August 15 – 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Panelists:
- Akanksha Singh, University of Alabama at Birmingham
- Sue S. Feldman, University of Alabama at Birmingham
- Benjamin Schooley, Brigham Young University
- Dalton Pena, University of Alabama at Birmingham
- Tanner Skousen, Brigham Young University
The future is not your advisor’s mentoring! This panel includes two senior faculty, one junior faculty, and one late-stage PhD student to lay the groundwork of what it looks like to engage and grow the next generation of mentors and mentees amidst our digital society and societal trends. In order to do so, we need to reimagine and redefine the mentorship relationship of the past and prepare it for the future. The panel will highlight the importance of identifying, creating, and nurturing meaningful and authentic connections that support personal and professional growth and advancement – while maintaining appropriate boundaries. We will also discuss strategies for ensuring your personal balance and for having difficult conversations, including saying good-bye to a mentor or mentee, ensuring a psychologically safe environment for the long haul, and expressing expectations toward excellence. This is the one panel that even expert mentors will not want to miss.
Panel 3: Fostering Responsible IS Research
Friday, August 16 – 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM
Panelists:
- Jignya Patel, Florida Tech
- Laurie Giddens, University of North Texas
- Ping Wang, University of Maryland, College Park
- Amber Young, University of Arkansas
- Suchit Ahuja, Concordia University, Montreal
Fostering Responsible IS Research,” responds to a collective call within the academic community to strengthen engagement of Information Systems (IS) scholars in responsible research. Delving into topics such as human trafficking and environmental sustainability, panelists Laurie Giddens, Ping Wang, Amber Grace Young, and Suchit Ahuja will offer insights into ethical considerations, barriers, and the role of academia in promoting responsible research practices in IS. Attendees will gain a nuanced understanding of responsible research principles, considerations for sensitive topics, and the support available to navigate ethical challenges in IS research. Through sequential presentations and a Q&A session, the panel aims to foster a culture of responsible research that transcends academic boundaries, making a meaningful impact on society.
Panel 4: Problem-Based Learning Projects in the MIS Program
Friday, August 16 – 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Panelists:
- Mary Sumner, University of Oklahoma
- David Norwood, University of Utah
- Degan Kettles, Brigham Young University
- Dan Mazzola, Arizona State University
- Rashmi Jain, Montclair State University
The panel will focus on the success factors, lessons learned, and best practices for planning, designing, and implementing “real-world” capstone projects in Management Information Systems programs. The panelists are faculty members who are interested in bridging the gap between teaching and practice by providing students with problem-based learning opportunities which enable them to address “real-world” problems and opportunities. The panel will share best practices and processes which contribute to successful partnerships among sponsors, faculty, and students.
Panel 5: Developing a Generative AI Course for Everyone
Friday, August 16 – 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Panelists:
- Carlos Ferran, Governors State University
- Indira Guzman, California State Polytechnic Univ. Pomona
- Mahesh S. Raisinghani, Texas Woman’s University
- Natasha Veltri, University of Tampa
Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) is moving faster than we think, and neither Academia nor Industry is prepared for it. We must prepare ourselves and our students to understand, live, and work with this technology. This panel is meant to set the ground for developing the basic course that all students should take on Generative AI. This course is not about developing but leveraging and using Generative AI. Panelists will first present their ideas for the course and then answer questions from the moderator. However, the panel will also be open to questions and suggestions from the audience so that, in the end, we can have a comprehensive idea of what such a course must include. Given how fast this technology is developing and how drastic and all-encompassing the effects are, undergraduate and graduate curricula must be discussed.
Panel 6: Has the Time Come? Harnessing AI Translation for Inclusive, Impactful Science
Saturday, August 17 – 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM
Panelists:
- Nancy Pouloudi, Athens University of Economics and Business
- Indira R Guzman, California State Polytechnic University Pomona
- Guillermo Rodriguez Abitia, William & Mary
- Jose Pineda, California State University, Long Beach
- Rajiv Sabherwal, University of Arkansas
- Olivia Liu Sheng, Arizona State University
Language bias is pervasive in science. It affects who can participate, how research is evaluated, whether and how scientific findings are accessible and have impact, and how academic careers can progress. For historical reasons, English has become the ‘language of science.’ However, due to advances in AI translation tools, we may now be facing a tipping point. Could our field harness the power of these tools to break down language bias to achieve a more inclusive and impactful science? What would this involve? How can the IS field be at the front of this future?
Panel 7: Bridging the Gap between Teaching, Research and Practice: SIM Opportunities
Saturday, August 17 – 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Panelists:
- Mary Sumner, University of Oklahoma
- Degan Kettles, Brigham Young University
- Craig Van Slyke, Louisiana Tech
- Carlos Ferran, Governors State University
- Michael Raisinghani, Texas Woman’s University
The purpose of this panel is to give academic professionals an opportunity to learn about opportunities to bridge the gap between teaching, research, and practice by contributing to the success of SIM academic initiatives. SIM, the Society for Information Management, is the professional organization for IT leadership in the United States. SIM has 37 Chapters and over 4,500 members. SIM offers a number of opportunities for academic professionals to connect with SIM IT industry leaders by participating in SIM academic initiatives. These opportunities include participation in the MISQE and SIM Academic Workshops, SIM-sponsored webinars, SIM-sponsored research projects, and SIM Special Interest Groups (SIG’s). These SIG’s include: SIM Work 4.0, SIM DigiRisk, SIM Re-Think Everything, and SIM Enterprise Architecture.
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