A first for the Tack Lecture: Business, AI and the liberal arts – W&M News
A first for the Tack Lecture: Business, AI and the liberal arts – W&M News
https://news.wm.edu/2026/04/22/a-first-for-the-tack-lecture-business-ai-and-the-liberal-arts/
Publish Date: 2026-04-22 14:52:00
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- William & Mary hosts its Tack Faculty Lecture Series featuring Rachel Chung, exploring the interplay between AI and liberal arts.
- Date & Time: May 7, 7 p.m.
- Rachel Chung, clinical professor of operations & information systems management, discusses “Wisdom & Machines: How Liberal Arts & AI Learn from Each Other.”
- The lecture explores the tension between logic and emotion within AI, emphasizing human judgment and wisdom.
- Chung argues that AI and the liberal arts are intertwined, reflecting human choices in data, goals, and values.
- The lecture highlights the importance of human expertise in guiding AI systems and interdisciplinary thinking.
- She aims to resonate with a broad audience, illustrating potential benefits and challenges of integrating AI.
- Examples include Colonial Williamsburg projects to show how AI can enhance visitor experiences.
- The event underscores the future integration of AI and its impact on knowledge, bridging disciplines.