Metaphors matter. Some people are discovering that rethinking how we describe AI can open up entirely new ways to work with it.

The metaphors we use for artificial intelligence don’t just shape how we feel about it—they shape what we can do with it. Some metaphors limit our capacity to engage, create, and scale. Others unlock a more human, more capable relationship with the technology—one that invites exploration, empowers agency, and expands what’s possible.

Most people think they understand AI—until they discover how deeply human it really is. In this one-of-a-kind session, you’ll uncover the hidden truths behind artificial intelligence:

• How AI processes human inputs to generate responses based on collective human behavior.
• The impact of your language choices on AI outputs—and how to harness that influence.
• Common misconceptions about AI’s capabilities and limitations.

This isn’t a how-to. It’s an invitation to see AI through a more human lens—and explore what becomes possible when we do.

Ways to Attend

• Presented by Mikhael Loo
• Virtual Sessions | Register
  Wednesdays, 4/16 & 4/23 | 9:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. 
• In-Person Sessions | Register
  Wednesdays, 4/16 & 4/23 | 2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. | Student Union 229 

Who Should Attend

Faculty, staff, and students interested in gaining a deeper understanding of artificial intelligence, regardless of their current level of expertise. 

Continue the Conversation

Engage with our online community at the UT_AI Innovation Lab: Discussions & Resources (launches Microsoft Engage) to further explore AI topics and connect with others.  

Please note: This talk is the updated version of AI: Explanations and Demonstrations in the AI Innovation Lab series that has been growing and developing all semester.