Northern Illinois University Present--The Gateway

During this episode, the guys discuss tech promises and consumer expectations.

For this episode, the guys talk about AI in the classroom--a problem with so many solutions. Links addressed in the episode: https://today.umd.edu/your-favorite-prof-backed-by-a-bot https://www.niu.edu/citl/resources/toolkits/artificial-intelligence/index.shtml https://www.niu.edu/citl/resources/guides/class-policies-for-ai-tools.shtml#:~:text=Introduction%20to%20Sociology-,Policy,CSCC%27s%20stude...

For this episode The Gateway is excited to welcome singer/songwriter, Adam Hood. For all things Adam Hood please check out his website: https://www.adamhood.com/ Or listen to his music anywhere good tunes are found: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4oqOpULfSzd2BRoBT4aTXk?si=9-AUT0WgSvS9cMHVmO8iCg

During this episode the Amin and Russ talk about the hype around technology and the elements of maturity within the start up sector.

In this episode we discuss our technological infrastructure and how to improve it.

During this episode Amin and Biagio discuss the benefits of coding languages.

In this episode, The Gateway is excited to talk with Aidan Walker. Aidan is a meme researcher and content creator. You can find more of his work on memes at his Substack blog, How To Do Things With Memes or on TikTok @aidanetcetera .

An exploration of transparency, regulations, and the endless potential of AI

A conversation about the brilliant, innovative and divisive mind behind Tesla.

For this episode Unpacking the Ethical Paradoxes in Human-AI Companionship, The Gateway is happy to welcome Raffaele Ciriello, a tenured Senior Lecturer in Business Information Systems at The University of Sydney Business School. Raffaele specializes in compassionate digital innovation, focusing on decentralized governance and ethical/societal implications of emerging digital technologies. Raffael...

For this episode, Amin, Biagio, and Russ are excited to have to speak with Kolina Koltai! Kolina is a senior investigator and trainer at the open-source investigation outlet, Bellingcat. Kolina is an expert in sociotechnical systems especially in the intersection between misinformation and social media platforms. Kolina has focused extensively on scientific and health misinformation and currently...

A conversation about AI, content creation, and the implications new technology has. UPDATE: Here is a specific article regarding OpenAI and Scarlett Johansson: https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2024/05/22/openai-scarlett-johansson-chatgpt-ai-voice/ Here are the links address in the episode: https://www.instagram.com/reel/C7DfaV0tKB-/?igsh=MTk3azk0MTc1MW9uMw%3D%3D https://www.bellingcat.com...

For this episode, The Gateway is excited to have Dr. Jalal Sarabadani! Jalal is an Assistant Professor of Information Systems at San Jose State University. He is an active researcher, focusing on the dark side of IT. His main area of research includes technostress, its influence on individuals and the way they cope with this phenomenon in different contexts. As a passionate teacher, he is also dee...

This week Biagio, Amin, and Russ explore the impact generative AI is having on the publishing space. Articles discussed in the episode below: https://www.theverge.com/2023/1/26/23570967/chatgpt-author-scientific-papers-springer-nature-ban https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S2468023024002402 https://johnwiley2020news.q4web.com/press-releases/press-release-details/2024/Wiley-annou...

As the Vice President of Student Affairs for Northern Illinois University, Dr. Reneau strives to create meaningful connections across our entire campus. Reality is being augmented by new and novel technologies rapidly, how does innovation change the traditional campus experience? What does the future of learning look like?

For this episode, The gateway will explore technology and higher education with our good friend Kirk Paille! Kirk brings over 20 years of recruitment, sales, and operations experience to his role as Director of Solutions Architecture at Collegis Education, a company enabling innovation in higher ed as thought leaders and tactical pros. During his 12-plus years at Wiley Education Services (formerly...

The this episode, The Gateway is happy to welcome Don Kenobi. Don Kenobi is a hip hop artist/songwriter who resides in Cleveland, Ohio. A former college baseball player turned music artist, Don draws influence from seasoned hip-hop acts such as Mac Miller, J Cole and Gucci Mane . Don has established a solid international fanbase through his middle Eastern Roots while also generating a steady follo...

For this episode, Black Box Algorithms, the Gateway way will explore the unknown world of artificial intelligence while contemplating the ethical and social implications of utilizing technologies we don’t fully understand. To help us navigate this black mirror of existence, the gateway is excited to have Dr. Amin Vahedian. Amin is currently an Assistant Professor of Information Systems with Northe...

For this episode, The Gateway will be venturing into the unlimited potential of generative AI. With novel tools like Chat GPT dominating the media cycle and our imagination, our future seems boundless… if these tools are utilized effectively. To help us exam the multitude of possible futures, we are excited to have Dr. Dominik Dellermann captain this conversation into a new frontier. Dr. Dellerman...

David Hochberg! is an NIU alum and College of Business graduate. While at NIU, David completed his Bachelor of Science in Business with a Marketing emphasis. During that same time, David was an SA Senator, President of a fraternity, Tugs Chairman, and Homecoming King! After graduating, David’s career has taken him from scrap trading, to the financial industry with notable stops that include owner...

For this episode, The Gateway will explore what it means to have a professonal calling, who we think should do what occupations, and how work and our identiies are interwoven. To help us explore the work we do, The Gateway is happy to have Dr. Bethany Cockburn. Bethany Cockburn earned her Ph. D. from the University of Iowa (2018). Her expertise and interests relate to work-related transitions, wor...

For this episode, The Gateway is going to explore ways to cultivate a culture of giving in a corporation. To help us do so, we are happy to welcome Henry Heisler! As a General Manager at Perficient, Henry has executive leadership and P&L responsibility for the California market, including leading sales and consulting teams, operations, as well as stewardship of Perficient’s award-winning compa...

Diversity has been highlighted within news reports, articles, and leaders across the globe. While this commitment to embracing diversity is justified, it is difficult to develop strategies to invigorate change beyond boilerplate stump speeches. The well-crafted diversity statement has become an integral element of a modern company. Saying the right things about inclusion is only the first step; em...

For this episode, The Gateway will be taking to the putting greens with the hopes of finally beating the windmill as we discuss innovation, hospitality, and providing a unique entertainment experience for customers with Puttshack’s CEO, Joe Vrankin. Puttshack is a leading concept in the emerging and growing market of competitive socializing. Combining a tech-infused mini golf game with exceptional...

For today’s episode, Feeling the Flow, The Gateway is proud to welcome Chandler! Chandler is best known for his viral smasher “Hot Pocket” — a collaboration with critically-acclaimed producer Matty Beats and his consistent tracks with Fellaair. Originally from Newport News, VA, he grew up on the likes of Pharrell Williams, Timbaland, Missy Elliott and more. This garnered a love for the wide variet...