Universities and the Future of Truth: AI, Free Speech, and Power

Explore the role of universities in defending open inquiry, fostering critical thinking, and sustaining conditions for informed public life.
About this Event

At a time when artificial intelligence is reshaping how information is produced, distributed, and consumed, questions of truth, trust, and authority have become increasingly urgent. What happens when AI systems mediate public debate, generate knowledge, and influence what we see, believe, and share? How should universities respond to a world of contested expertise, information abundance, and growing distrust in institutions? Bringing together perspectives on technology, democracy, public discourse, and digital rights, this discussion will explore the role of universities in defending open inquiry, fostering critical thinking, and sustaining the conditions for informed public life.