Northern Illinois University Present--The Gateway

For this episode, The Gateway will explore the merging areas of creativity and technology. With ground-breaking advancements, our society is now able to utilize artificial intelligence to complete even more complex roles. Artificial intelligence is finally able to replicate the creative muse that has been sought after by poets and philosophers. What happens to the human condition when art is outso...

The Gateway looks at Cyber Warfare in the modern era with returning guest Arvin Verma. Arvin brings over a decade of experience in a multitude of cyber facets including information assurance, risk management, and IT innovation. During his vibrant career, Arvin has worked across numerous industries and for several Fortune 500 companies. Currently, Arvin is a Cyber Risk Manager at Abbott while also...

The Gateway will examine the conversations we are having with computers. Within the past decade, people have started to communicate in human-like ways with technology. Siri, Alexa, and chatbots are now part of daily life. This shift from communication as a human activity to one that is increasingly taking place among humans and machines raises questions regarding the implications for individuals,...

The Gateway travels past the edge of space and comprehension! This episode's guest, Arwen Hubbard, provides a plethora of knowledge about space exploration, Mars colonization, climate change, and the inherent awesomeness of the universe. Arwen is an ecologist and space science educator. Arwen holds undergraduate degrees in Resource Management and Agricultural Ecology, and a Master of Science is Pl...

The Gateway enters the adventurous world of User Experience (UX) design to unravel all the ways our individual experiences with technology are impacting seen and unforeseen elements of humanity. For this episode, we will feature the dynamic and creative, Antonio Asevedo, a UX designer for Group O—a single-source solutions provider. Antonio focuses on offering software platforms that allow clients...

The Gateway will examine the analytics of pleasure and how technology is allowing hotels and casinos to provide custom experiences for every visitor. In a city built on chance, innovative start-ups like Duetto are ensuring profitability for some of the most recognizable hospitality destinations around the world. Duetto co-founder, Marco Benvenuti discusses the wins and losses of starting a tech co...

The Gateway will examine social media culture, interconnectedness, and the inherent risks associated with displaying personal information for the world to see. The discussion will analyze the institutionalized dichotomy of content creation: as platforms devour our data in exchange for the slow-drip high of emoji interactions, what are we sacrificing to participate in the creator culture? Have we b...

For this inaugural event, we will be looking at the potential impact of artificial intelligence on our world. Does Artificial intelligence truly have boundless possibilities, or will it be stymied by structural limitations? Are we on the precipice of a technological utopia, or will unforeseen consequences leave the hope for our best future in the rubble of a butterfly’s flapping wings? To help exa...

The OM&IS Department at Northern Illinois University is proud to announce our brand-new discussion series— The Gateway : conversation exploring the intersection of technology, business, and research. Please join us for our monthly podcast!