Asian Talk: What It Means To Be Human vs AI

Name: Asian Talk: What It Means To Be Human vs AI
Start: 2026-01-22T16:30:00-06:00
End: 2026-01-22T19:30:00-06:00
Location: 987 Ivy Ave E, Saint Paul, MN, United States, Minnesota 55106

Schedule

Thu Jan 22 2026 at 04:30 pm to 07:30 pm

UTC-06:00

Location

987 Ivy Ave E, Saint Paul, MN, United States, Minnesota 55106 | St Paul, MN

Asian Talk is a series that immerses participants in thought-provoking conversations through the perspective of Asian American scholars, professionals and culture bearers on the topic of Artificial Intelligence. Each event blends story, scholarship, culture and even some humor to explore how technology is shaping our shared future through the grounding lens of the humanities. All are welcome, especially young professionals and college students. Our first event is sponsored and co-hosted by HAP.
As Artificial Intelligence (AI) rapidly shapes our world, transforming how we work, learn, create, and connect, it also challenges us to reflect deeply on our shared humanity. What does it mean to be human when machines can write, speak, and even appear to feel? How do we ensure that technology serves people, cultures, and communities and will never replace it?
Through engaging community conversations, and hearing from local leaders and national speaker Dr. Mai Lee Chang, participants will explore the intersections of culture, technology, and what it means to be human. The program will conclude with a reflection by distinguished author Kao Kalia Yang and a powerful drumming performance by TaikoArts Midwest.