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Sophia, the AI robot, by Hanson Robotics

Join Sophia, the first robot citizen of the world and Global Leaders at the Business Schools Festival of SustAInable Education 8 May 2024

A unique opportunity for faculty, researchers, and HE professionals to shape the future of education, at the University of Sussex Business School.

The University of Sussex Business School is thrilled to host the inaugural Festival of SustAInable Education on 8 May 2024. This groundbreaking event will explore the intersection of sustainability, artificial intelligence, and the future of education.

Who should attend? This event is open to Sussex faculty, researchers, Professional Services staff, stakeholders, and HE sector professionals.

Booking registration: Hurry, first come first serve, limited places, book here and full agenda and speaker bio in link.

Event Agenda:

• 10:00 Arrival and refreshments
• 10:30 Guest Speaker, Sir Mark Lowcock, KCB, Senior Fellow at the Center for Global Development and former UN Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator
• 10:50 Guest Speaker, Jean-Christophe Carteron, President, Sulitest
• 11:15 Guest Speaker, Sir Anthony Seldon, FRSA FRHistS FKC, Vice Chancellor of the University of Buckingham
• 11:50 Question and answer session
• 12:00 Refreshments break
• 12:20 Q&A and discussion with Sophia, the first robot citizen of the world
• 13:00 Announcement of prizewinner for Sustainable Education prize
• 13:05 Lunch (vegetarian menu)
• 14:00 Parallel activity sessions
• 16:30 Drinks reception
• 17:30 Event ends

The Festival of SustAInable Education promises to be an engaging, stimulating event for all faculty and staff. You'll have the chance to network with renowned figures, showcase your own innovative teaching, and gain invaluable insights to elevate your contributions to the Business School and the wider world.

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By: Serena Mitchell
Last updated: Friday, 12 April 2024