Your Name and Title: Sara Hack, Acting Associate Director, Learning Resources- Seminole
Library, School, or Organization Name: St. Petersburg College
Co-Presenter Name(s):
Area of the World from Which You Will Present: Seminole, Florida, USA
Language in Which You Will Present: English
Target Audience(s): Academic Librarians
Short Session Description (one line):
This session explores how AI instruction can be leveraged not just as a teaching tool, but as a strategic marketing and relationship-building mechanism that elevates the academic library's visibility, relevance, and institutional value.
Full Session Description (as long as you would like):
As generative AI continues to reshape higher education, academic libraries are at a crossroad. We can continue to operate as a support service that reacts in the shadows and is constantly overlooked by faculty and students, or we can step into a more visible and influential role on campus- that can possibly give our profession the respect it deserves on campus. Many libraries have already started offering AI workshops and resources, but too often these efforts are treated as one-off instruction sessions rather than opportunities to build deeper, lasting connections. This session takes a different approach by framing AI instruction not just as a pedagogical tool, but as a powerful way to strengthen relationships, increase visibility, and reposition the library as an essential partner in the academic mission.
Websites / URLs Associated with Your Session: N/A (Powerpoint Presentation)
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