Midwest AI/Machine Learning Agentic AI Bootcamp for College Faculty

Agentic AI Bootcamp for College Faculty Hosted at City College of Chicago Friday, Aug 7, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Overview A hands-on Agentic AI bootcamp for college faculty of technical or tech adjacent programs across the Midwest. Tailored for college faculty in technical and tech-adjacent programs, this immersive, in-person bootcamp introduces the transformative capabilities of agentic artificial intelligence. Participants will discover how agent-based AI systems (autonomous digital agents that can plan, act, and collaborate) are reshaping technology, industry, and education. The bootcamp offers practical, hands-on sessions designed to demystify agentic AI and provide actionable strategies for integrating these tools into teaching, learning, and curriculum development. This Agentic AI Bootcamp is designed specifically for college faculty across the Midwest who want to understand and use AI in their teaching. Technical background required. Why Attend • Learn what agentic AI is (and isn’t), and how it differs from traditional generative AI, in clear, practical language • Explore agent-based AI platforms and tools relevant to technical and tech-adjacent fields • Discover strategies to incorporate agentic AI into assignments, labs, and curriculum across STEM and related disciplines • Build confidence using agentic AI responsibly and ethically with students • Connect and collaborate with fellow faculty seeking to advance AI integration in technical education Learning Outcomes By the end of this bootcamp, participants will be able to: • Develop a foundational understanding of agentic AI concepts and how they differ from traditional generative AI. • Gain hands-on experience with agent-based AI platforms and tools relevant to technical education. • Identify effective strategies to incorporate agentic AI into classroom assignments, labs, and curricula. • Build confidence in using agentic AI responsibly and ethically to support student learning. • Establish connections with peers to share ideas and advance AI integration within educational programs.