Category: Professional Notes

Rao Interviewed on TechUnhinged Podcast About AI Pluralism

Professor and Chair of the Department of Communication and Digital Studies Anand Rao was featured on the TechUnhinged podcast in an episode exploring the future of artificial intelligence (AI). Drawing from his background in communication, debate and education, Rao discussed “AI Pluralism” – a concept advocating for diverse, dialogic AI systems over singular, dominant models. […]

Fallon Shares Sabbatical Project at Dictionary Society Meeting

Associate Professor of Linguistics Paul D. Fallon presented his sabbatical project at the 50th anniversary meeting of the Dictionary Society of North America (DSNA) biennial meeting held at Buffalo State University, May 29-31, 2025. His talk, “An Analytic Etymological Dictionary of Central Cushitic” discussed work from his Spring 2025 sabbatical project with professional lexicographers and […]

Bonds Quoted by WFYI on Data Center Development

Professor of Sociology Eric Bonds was quoted by WFYI and The Indiana Citizen in an article titled “How confidentiality agreements around a proposed data center could impact Indianapolis’ development.” In the article, Bonds provided expert commentary on the lack of transparency in data center deals, noting that “Democracy – some say – dies in the […]

Gately Performs with National Symphony Orchestra

Department of Music Senior Lecturer Doug Gately performed with the National Symphony Orchestra’s televised Capital Fourth Concert on July 4. This year’s star-studded lineup included The Beach Boys, The Temptations, Lauren Daigle, Josh Turner, Yolanda Adams, Trombone Shorty, LOCASH and Abi Carter. Tenor sax solos by Doug Gately. The Concert on PBS can be viewed […]