The Computing and Social Justice Lecture Series brings UMass Amherst College of Information and Computer Sciences researchers and the public together to critically assess how computing innovation intersects with vitally important issues like structural bias, civic participation, economic inequality, and citizen privacy.
All lectures in this webinar series will be held virtually via Zoom.
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Face Recognition and Regulation: Q&A with Erik Learned-Miller Presenter: Professor Erik Learned-Miller Wednesday, July 15, 2020 | Zoom webinar Webinar Recording |
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AI Analysis of Racism in Sports Journalism & College Coaching: Q&A with Mohit Iyyer Presenter: Assistant Professor Mohit Iyyer Wednesday, September 30, 2020 | 4:00 pm ET | Zoom webinar Webinar Recording |
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Increasing Participation in Democracy with Social Computing: Q&A with Narges Mayhar - POSTPONED Presenter: Assistant Professor Narges Mayhar Re-scheduled date TBA | Zoom webinar Event Page |
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Why are AI Systems Racist, Sexist, and Generally Unfair, and Can We Make Them Fair?: Q&A with Philip Thomas Presenter: Assistant Professor Philip Thomas Thursday, January 28, 2021 | 4:00 pm ET | Zoom webinar Event Page |
