Community Engagement and Lifelong Learning

Brief Description of Course: 
Ready to move beyond the AI hype and build your skills and confidence with AI? This 90-minute hands-on session, presented by Emily Baillie and the Office of Community Engagement & Lifelong Learning, is designed to help you explore the power of ChatGPT in a real, practical way—no matter your starting point.

Details:
Whether you’re brand new to AI or already using it in your work, this workshop gives you time and space to learn and build confidence. We’ll walk you through use cases, explore effective prompt writing, and guide you through a practical task using ChatGPT.

You’ll leave with:

•  A clearer understanding of how ChatGPT works
•  Prompt strategies to get better results
•  A completed real-world task (like drafting content, brainstorming ideas, or writing outreach)
•  Tips, tools, and takeaways to use right away

Bring your laptop, tablet or smartphone, and get ready to build practical skills in a supportive environment. No tech background required. All are welcome. 

Emily Baillie is an AI and digital marketing speaker, trainer, and professor with over 15 years of experience helping professionals and small business owners across Canada stay ahead in a fast-changing digital world.

Known for her engaging and down-to-earth delivery, Emily makes complex topics like artificial intelligence accessible, interactive, and relevant—whether you're running a business, leading a team, or just getting started. She teaches digital marketing at McMaster University and leads an AI micro-credential at Humber College, equipping people with the skills and confidence to apply AI in real-world settings.

With a human-first approach to AI, Emily empowers individuals and teams to use these tools in practical, ethical, and effective ways that support their goals.

Date: Monday, June 23, 2025
Time: 12:00 pm-1:30 pm
Location: Lakehead University, Orillia Campus - Simcoe Hall - Room OA1022
Registration Fee: $35