Join the SFSU AI Commons for the grand opening of the AI Studio!
New in the Digital Media Studio and MakerSpace (LIB 260), the AI Studio offers SFSU student unique opportunities to experiment, innovate and connect with AI technologies and tools.
How are students actually using AI—in education, their lives, and as they prepare for future careers?
Join in as a panel of SFSU students engage in live conversation about how they use AI, where they see value and limitations, and how they believe this technology is changing their education and the workforce they are preparing to enter.
Broadcast live from the SF Hacks x GDG AI Hackathon, student panelists will gather to discuss AI in their coursework, the potential impact on careers and the opportunities and challenges posed by the emerging technology. Audience members via Zoom will have the opportunity to ask questions and engage directly with the student panel.
Hear directly from students and get a glimpse into the creativity, experimentation and energy happening throughout the hackathon. This panel gives SFSU community insight into the larger event, the AI Hackathon co-sponsored by SF Hacks, the SFSU chapter of Google Developer Groups (GDG) and the SFSU AI Student Commons. The hackathon runs all day on Friday, October 2, 2026; "Live from the Hackathon: SFSU Students on AI" will be held onsite at the hackathon from 12 — 1 p.m., with participants joining the conversation via Zoom (registration is required).
"Live from the Hackathon: SFSU Students on AI" is open to the SFSU campus community. All students, faculty and staff are welcome to join.
Description: This course explores the critical analysis of generative AI to support responsible use of this technology. Learn why misinformation and biases may occur in AI-generated content, and explore the technology’s security and environmental implications. Through collaborative activities and reflective discussions, participants will develop a critical mindset to evaluate AI outputs for quality and ethical considerations.
This course is an elective that counts toward receiving a digital badge for the AI Literacy Education Program.
Objectives: In this course, you will learn to:
Duration: 60 minutes
Experience Level: Basic familiarity with generative AI chatbots like Microsoft Copilot or ChatGPT
Description: This course explores the critical analysis of generative AI to support responsible use of this technology. Learn why misinformation and biases may occur in AI-generated content, and explore the technology’s security and environmental implications. Through collaborative activities and reflective discussions, participants will develop a critical mindset to evaluate AI outputs for quality and ethical considerations.
This course is an elective that counts toward receiving a digital badge for the AI Literacy Education Program.
Objectives: In this course, you will learn to:
Duration: 60 minutes
Experience Level: Basic familiarity with generative AI chatbots like Microsoft Copilot or ChatGPT
Description: This course offers a focused exploration of prompting and iteration strategies for generative AI chatbots. Through collaborative, hands-on activities and interactive exercises, participants will learn to write clear, effective prompts, apply refinement techniques, and assess AI-generated outputs for accuracy and relevance to achieve more reliable and useful results in a variety of practical contexts.
This course is required to receive a digital badge for the AI Literacy Education Program.
Objectives: In this course, you will learn to:
Duration: 60 minutes
Experience Level: Basic familiarity with generative AI chatbots like Microsoft Copilot or ChatGPT
Description: This course offers a focused exploration of prompting and iteration strategies for generative AI chatbots. Through collaborative, hands-on activities and interactive exercises, participants will learn to write clear, effective prompts, apply refinement techniques, and assess AI-generated outputs for accuracy and relevance to achieve more reliable and useful results in a variety of practical contexts.
This course is required to receive a digital badge for the AI Literacy Education Program.
Objectives: In this course, you will learn to:
Duration: 60 minutes
Experience Level: Basic familiarity with generative AI chatbots like Microsoft Copilot or ChatGPT
Description: This course introduces generative AI to those with little or no prior experience engaging with this emerging technology. Participants obtain a foundational understanding of generative AI, its associated opportunities and implications, and basic strategies for composing and iterating prompts. Participants will engage in hands-on interaction with AI chatbots (Microsoft Copilot or OpenAIChatGPT) to begin generating practical outputs for a variety of use cases.
This course is an elective that counts toward receiving a digital badge for the AI Literacy Education Program.
Objectives: In this course, you will learn to:
Duration: 60 minutes
Experience Level: Little or no familiarity with generative AI and/or AI chatbots necessary
Description: This course introduces generative AI to those with little or no prior experience engaging with this emerging technology. Participants obtain a foundational understanding of generative AI, its associated opportunities and implications, and basic strategies for composing and iterating prompts. Participants will engage in hands-on interaction with AI chatbots (Microsoft Copilot or OpenAIChatGPT) to begin generating practical outputs for a variety of use cases.
This course is an elective that counts toward receiving a digital badge for the AI Literacy Education Program.
Objectives: In this course, you will learn to:
Duration: 60 minutes
Experience Level: Little or no familiarity with generative AI and/or AI chatbots necessary
San Francisco State University will bring together college and university students from across the Bay Area for a day of AI building, experimentation and collaboration at the SFSU Student AI Hackathon (organized by SF Hacks and theGoogle Developer Group (GDG) and the SFSU AI Student Commons).
The event welcomes students from SFSU and colleges and universities from across San Francisco and the Bay Area to work individually or in teams on AI-enabled projects that demonstrate creativity, innovation and new approaches to solving meaningful real-world problems.
Throughout the day, participants will have opportunities to attend optional workshops, connect with mentors and industry professionals, experiment with emerging technologies and develop their ideas into working prototypes. The event will culminate in a project showcase and judging with more than $2,000 in prizes awarded across multiple categories. Participants of all experience levels and affiliation are welcome.
Participation is open to currently enrolled students at any college or university. Additional details, including challenge tracks, workshops, sponsors, mentors, event times, and registration coming soon.
Learn the basics of laser cutting and create your own wooden keychain! Design and engrave your name, image or custom design onto wood. We will guide you through the process, and all materials will be provided.