Professional Achievement Program

Opportunity Knocks 8/7/25
2025-08-07 16:30 - 18:00 (America/New_York)
Must attend entire event to receive points.

AWS YouthTech
2025-09-05 13:00 - 17:00
Students must register and attend the full event in order to receive points. Click on the link below for a QR code to register.

2025 Information Technology Career Fair
2025-09-08 11:00 - 15:00
Join us on Monday, Sept. 8, 2025, for our annual IT Career Fair. This is your chance to showcase your skills and network with industry professionals. As a student or graduate of Temple University’s Management Information Systems program, you’re invited to engage in interviews and discussions tailored to your interests and expertise. The fair will be run from 11 am to 3 pm. Seize the chance to connect with potential employers and chart your path in the vibrant world of IT!
To participate in the career fair:

Create an approved portfolio (MIS majors only)
Complete the online registration on this site: Student registration site

Students registration will open in August 2025

Disclaimer: Attendance Failure*

Please note that registering for the career fair obligates your attendance.
Failure to attend without canceling your registration may result in a PRO Points deduction.

Opportunity Knocks 9/18: Building a resume and cover letter that gets you noticed
2025-09-18 16:30 - 18:00
Must attend the entire event to receive points.
Email Lissa at Lissa@LissaHilsee.com to register and include ‘Temple MIS student’ in your email.
LEARN BEST PRACTICES CHAT WITH EMPLOYERS
In a webinar panel format, hear from professionals how to properly write and format a resume and cover letter.
Following the webinar, a link is provided for the opportunity to chat with employers and fellow students in breakout rooms.

AI/ML Workshop
2025-09-24 12:00 - 13:00
We will explore the rise of hyper-realistic AI agents. Avatars so lifelike they blur the line between human and machine. We will begin with a live avatar introduction, followed by a hands-on demonstration of creating an AI agent in real-time. The session will highlight industry applications in marketing, customer service, and education, as well as regulatory and ethical implications. Drawing from cutting-edge research on virtual influencers and personalization, Mei Wang will share opportunities and challenges for organizations and scholars alike.

Introduction to Data Visualization
2025-10-16 12:00 - 13:00
Do you like data? Do you like good looking graphs? Do you like presenting information in eye-catching ways? If you answered yes to any of those, you might be interested in learning more about data visualization. In this hands-on workshop, Research and Data Services Librarian Will Dean will show you how to take a humble dataset and present it in a variety of colorful, informative, and interactive visualizations using Tableau. Tableau is one of the most widely-used data visualization programs available, and can generate graphs, stories, and interactive dashboards. You can download Tableau and get a free student or teacher account.
This workshop will be offered as an online session via Zoom. You must register for this workshop. You will receive a registration confirmation email, which includes the Zoom link. This workshop will not be recorded, but a copy of the slides will be emailed after the workshop concludes.
Please contact Will Dean, will.dean@temple.edu, with any questions.
Workshop is recommended for: Undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, staff, Temple Hospital staff, and community members.

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Greener Intelligence? The environmental costs of AI and the path to sustainable innovation.
2025-10-16 16:00 - 17:30
As artificial intelligence and related technologies such as cloud computing and data centers become increasingly integrated into our daily lives, questions about their environmental impact are growing more urgent. What are the true ecological costs of these tools? What steps can we take to reduce harm and innovate more sustainable solutions?
Join Temple University Libraries and the Office of Sustainability for a timely panel discussion exploring the complex intersection of AI and environmental sustainability. Experts from law, philosophy, computer science, and information technology will bring diverse perspectives to this critical conversation on how we can chart a path toward “green AI.”
Panelists:
Laura Bingham, J.D., M.A.
Practice Professor of Law and Executive Director, Institute for Law, Innovation, and Technology, Temple Law School
An internationally recognized expert in nationality and migration law, Professor Bingham brings a social justice perspective to technology and sustainability.
Larry Brandolph
Vice President for Information Technology, Temple University
Oversees Temple’s IT infrastructure and cybersecurity strategy, aligning technology goals with the university’s broader mission and sustainability efforts.
Brian Hutler, J.D., Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Philosophy, Temple University
Specializes in political philosophy, bioethics, and the philosophy of law, with research focused on human rights and global governance—offering a critical ethical lens on the development of AI.
Sudhir Kumar, Ph.D.
Laura H. Carnell Professor and Director, Institute for Genomics and Evolutionary Medicine (iGEM)
Leads innovative work integrating machine learning with biology while advocating for greener data practices and reproducible science.
Moderator:
Jonathan Latko
Assistant Vice President, Information Technology Services, Temple University
Founder of Temple’s Computer Recycling Center and a long-time advocate for sustainable technology practices.

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https://charlesstudy.temple.edu/event/15354649
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Opportunity Knocks 10/16: Acing your interview
2025-10-16 16:30 - 18:00
Must attend entire event to receive points.
Email Lissa at Lissa@LissaHilsee.com to register and include ‘Temple MIS student’ in your email.
Learn best practices and chat with employers

Fox School of Business Cybersecurity Awareness workshop
2025-10-18 12:00 - 14:00
This Small Business Cybersecurity Awareness Workshop is designed to provide essential knowledge and practical guidance on protecting your business’s critical systems and sensitive data. With growing cyber threats disrupting daily operations, this workshop equips business owners and employees with the foundational skills needed to safeguard their assets effectively. Participants will gain an understanding of cybersecurity basics, including why information security is crucial and how to implement robust data protection measures.
The workshop covers a simplified cybersecurity framework focused on asset inventory, classification (high, moderate, low risk), and applying protection controls such as identity access management, multifactor authentication, encryption, passwords, and backups. Attendees will learn to classify various types of data—from public marketing materials to highly restricted financial and personal identification information—and understand the impact of potential breaches.
Interactive breakout sessions allow participants to apply concepts directly by classifying their data assets and determining appropriate security controls and monitoring frequencies. Case discussions and exercises provide real-world context to the threats and mitigation strategies relevant to small businesses.
Delivered by a team of ITACS professionals and graduate students, the workshop also features Q&A and feedback sessions, ensuring attendees have the opportunity to clarify concepts and tailor learnings to their operational environments. Resources on zero trust, physical access control, patch management, and cloud security are provided.
This engaging and comprehensive session empowers small businesses to take measurable steps toward improved cybersecurity posture, minimizing risk and disruption. Attendees leave with actionable knowledge and the confidence to better protect their data, systems, and reputation in an increasingly digital world. Your business’s security is our priority—join us to build resilience and safeguard your future.
Speakers:

Thu Nguyen, CISA, CRMA, CDPSE, ITACS Professor, Audit Director at Wells Fargo
Jocque Sims, BA, MA, ITACS Member, IT Auditing & Cybersecurity Graduate Student, Class of 2026
Clement Tetteh-Kpakpa, BSC, MBA, CISA, ITACS Member, IT Auditing Graduate Student, Class of 2025
Parth Tyagi, BS, CISA, ITACS Member, IT Auditing Graduate Student, Class of 2025

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https://charlesstudy.temple.edu/event/15535394
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Evidence Synthesis Data Visualization
2025-10-28 12:00 - 13:00
There are many types of data visualization represented in evidence synthesis depending on the review type and synthesis being performed. This session will focus on PRISMA Flow Diagrams and include a demonstration of completing one using a ShinyApp. Evidence tables will also be discussed which are present in most types of evidence synthesis. Lastly, qualitative and quantitative visualizations and tools will be explored, such as Atlas.ti and Tableau. This session is for anyone interested in data visualization in evidence synthesis and reviews.
This workshop will be offered as an online session via Zoom. You must register for this workshop. You will receive a registration confirmation email, which includes the Zoom link. This workshop will not be recorded, but a copy of the slides will be emailed after the workshop concludes.
Please contact Travis Nace, travis.nace@temple.edu, with questions.
Workshop is recommended for: Undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, staff, Temple Hospital staff, and community members.

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Intro to VR: Creating Environments in VR and exploring VR applications
2025-10-28 12:00 - 13:30
This workshop will introduce attendees to methodologies for using virtual reality to conduct research. We will discuss the software used for developing VR environments, Unity, and we will collaboratively create a unique VR environment. We will test this VR environment using virtual reality headsets in the Scholars Studio’s VR Lab. During the second half of the workshop, we will explore other uses for VR such as 3D modeling through Tilt Brush. We will close out the workshop by answering any questions related to how VR can be used in a variety of fields such as education and gaming and discuss the general benefits this technology is able to offer.

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https://charlesstudy.temple.edu/event/15385338
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AI/ML Workshop. Vibecoding: How ANYONE Can Turn Daily Routines into Scalable Systems
2025-10-29 12:00 - 13:00
At one time or another, we’ve all used tools that might not be the right fit for a specific situation. For example, managing projects in Excel when we need real-time collaboration, drafting training programs in PowerPoint that would work better as interactive modules, or maintaining grocery lists in the Notes app on iPhone that never organize themselves. We make do with tools that don’t quite fit because building custom software seems impossible. The answer is Vibecoding!
The best way to get started with Vibecoding is to recognize that your daily routines are app blueprints waiting to be optimized. This presentation will detail what vibecoding is, how to apply a simple framework to the app development process, and how the ‘vibecoding’ space has evolved over the past eight months.
Keith Gutierrez from the MIS department will introduce vibecoding and its practical applications.
Following his presentation, we’ll have a group discussion on getting started with vibecoding for beginners and exploring how to integrate vibecoding into our curriculum.
This workshop is perfect for anyone curious about vibecoding, especially if you’ve been interested but unsure where to begin. Whether you’re new to the concept or looking to deepen your understanding, please stop by!
You are encouraged to come to LW420, but the Zoom option is also available (https://temple.zoom.us/j/97714472127).
You can only earn points if you attend the event in person and stay for the full duration. You will also need to sign in and provide proof of attendance.

Grace Hopper Conference
2025-11-04 08:00 - 2025-11-07 17:00

Intro to 3D Modeling : Imagining Biosphere
2025-11-04 12:00 - 13:30
Biospheres, whether in a garden or on a planet, are formed by imperceivable interconnections. How to visualize these invisibles? How to create the illusion of liveliness with 3D technology? This workshop, open to all, will introduce attendees to the utility of 3D modeling in visualizing natural connections and movements. During the workshop, we will examine examples and cover the basics of the 3D platform, Unity, including its terrain system, particle system, and VFX Graph. We will then collaborate to design a living biosphere and explore the potential of these designs in ecological education and more. Whether you are a designer considering incorporating 3D models into your practices or simply want to figure out how 3D modeling works behind the scenes, all are welcome.

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https://charlesstudy.temple.edu/event/15216564

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MS in Digital Marketing Hot Topics Series: AI and Healthcare Marketing
2025-11-12 12:00 - 13:00
AI in healthcare marketing offers significant benefits, including the ability to analyze vast amounts of data to personalize patient and provider engagement, predict behavior, and optimize campaign performance in real time. But how can marketers navigate the complexities while maximizing these opportunities? Please join the Fox School’s MS in Digital Marketing Program for “AI Revolution in Healthcare Marketing: Opportunities and Challenges,” a virtual panel discussion featuring industry experts. Our panelists will explore how AI enables more efficient targeting, supports content creation, and provides insights that can improve the patient journey while reducing costs. The discussion will also address the challenges that remain, such as ensuring data privacy and compliance with strict healthcare regulations, overcoming bias in algorithms, and addressing skepticism among patients and providers who may be wary of AI-driven messaging. Learn how healthcare marketers can balance innovation with ethical responsibility to unlock AI’s full potential while maintaining the highest standards of patient care and regulatory compliance. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain insights from industry leaders navigating the intersection of AI and healthcare marketing.
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Intro to critical making
2025-11-18 12:00 - 13:30
In this 90-minute workshop, participants learn how everyday objects can be transformed into digital artifacts using 3D scanning. Together, we’ll explore why researchers, artists, and archivists use scanning technologies, with a focus on cultural heritage preservation and storytelling. Through guided demonstrations, you’ll be introduced to core techniques including handheld scanning, photogrammetry, and basic model cleanup. Working in pairs, you’ll scan a small object and capture its story, then join the group in creating a scan of a cropped interactive pose. Along the way, we’ll discuss strategies for sharing digital models and the possibilities they open up for research and creative practice.
Attendees are encouraged to bring a small personal object to scan during the workshop. All other equipment will be provided in the makerspace. By the end of the session, you’ll leave with both hands-on experience and a new perspective on how technology can preserve, reimagine, and expand the life of physical objects.

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https://charlesstudy.temple.edu/event/15385397

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Product & Innovation Testing
2026-01-14 12:00 - 13:30
The Product & Innovation Testing Tech Showcase brings together leading platforms that help research, insights, and product teams evaluate ideas and refine products before they reach the market. During this session, each company will walk through how their solution works, what problems it solves, and the types of results teams can expect.
If your work involves concept testing, product validation, or innovation strategy, this session gives you a clear look at practical tools that support faster decision-making and stronger product outcomes. You’ll see how different approaches compare, hear directly from the experts behind each platform, and leave with a better sense of which methods fit your team’s needs.
Key Takeaways
Overview of the Landscape – alternatives and complements to survey based testing such as IHUT, remote qual/video feedback, UX/prototype testing, and in product experimentation.
AI in Context – AI screening and auto-coding can shorten cycles, but there are other ways it can help without undermining quality
Scale “Testing Mountain” – See how templates, AI, and other tools can help you scale a mountain of tests quickly and cost-effectively.
To register, follow this link https://www.eventbrite.com/e/product-innovation-testing-tickets-1975622395768?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl
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Overcoming Challenges of AI Deployment
2026-01-27 11:00 - 12:00
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Artificial intelligence is transforming industries, but moving from pilot projects to real business impact is rarely straightforward. Understanding the challenges facing organizations and how to address them is key to deploying AI effectively.
Join MIT’s Neil Thompson for a live webinar where he will outline three of the biggest challenges organizations face when adopting AI. He’ll share insights drawn from research and real-world examples, giving you a practical perspective on what it takes to make AI work in business contexts.
You’ll also learn more about the upcoming MIT xPRO and CSAIL online course, Deploying AI for Strategic Impact. Designed for business leaders and technical professionals, this 9-week course provides a framework for evaluating AI opportunities, overcoming deployment barriers, and making strategic investment decisions.
The session will conclude with a live Q&A, giving you the chance to ask Professor Thompson your questions about AI deployment and the course itself.
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Web Mapping for Non-Programmers: Create Interactive Maps Without Code
2026-02-04 15:00 - 16:00
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Learn how to build professional interactive web maps using user-friendly, no-code tools. Participants will learn to create custom maps using uMap, an intuitive platform for collaborative mapping projects. The session covers map design principles, data import from various sources, collaborative editing features, and embedding maps into websites or presentations. No programming experience required – participants will use point-and-click interfaces to create engaging, shareable maps for research, teaching, and storytelling.
This workshop will be offered as an online session via Zoom. You must register for this workshop to receive the Zoom link via a confirmation email. On the day of the workshop, use the link to join the session.
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https://charlesstudy.temple.edu/event/16204310

Contact Felipe Valdez at felipe.valdez@temple.edu with any questions.

Where Is the Data? Making Data Visualizations Accessible to All
2026-02-10 12:00 - 13:00
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This workshop introduces principles for accessible design and key accessibility considerations for graphs, charts, dashboards, and infographics. You will learn best practices and techniques for color, label and description, alternative text, and supplemental formats and available tools to help make your data and visuals more accessible.
This workshop will be offered as an online session via Zoom. You must register for this workshop to receive the Zoom link via a confirmation email. On the day of the workshop, use the link to join the session.
This workshop will be recorded. Register to attend the live session or to receive a copy of the recording.
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https://charlesstudy.temple.edu/event/16199267

Contact Van Tran at van.bich.tran@temple.edu with any questions.

No Limits Leadership
2026-02-13 13:00 - 16:00
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Virtual Mentorship Event for College women. The afternoon event, hosted on Zoom, will bring together college women students from all different fields of study and interests, seeking information and guidance on career pathways. Female leaders from across our region will join us as panelists and facilitators.
Email Lissa@lissahilsee.com to register

Opportunity Knocks : Wisdom from recent Grads on Jobs & Internships.
2026-03-12 16:30 - 18:00
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Opportunity Knocks : Strengthening your personal brand
2026-04-09 16:30 - 18:00

Loretta C. Duckworth Scholars Studio Fellowship Showcase
2026-04-21 10:30 - 13:00
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You will need to take a selfie in front of the sign/poster for the event for proof of attendance.
Name one digital project that stood out to you and briefly explain what it explored.

Join us in the Charles Library 1st floor Event Space for a series of presentations on the results of digital projects by the 2025–2026 Loretta C. Duckworth Scholars Studio Faculty Fellows and Graduate Externs. Every year, the Scholars Studio awards funding to faculty and graduate students who want to pursue research or creative projects using computational methods. Fellows participate in a year-long seminar and receive specialized support to develop their projects – the culmination of this work across a wide-range of disciplines will be on display at the Fellowship Showcase.
This year’s Faculty Fellows are Tara Pixley, Assistant Professor, Journalism, Klein College of Media and Communication; Elizabeth Taylor, Associate Professor, School of Sport, Tourism and Hospitality Management; Michelle Temple, Associate Professor, Music Technology, Boyer College of Music and Dance; and Danya Pilgrim, Assistant Professor, History, College of Liberal Arts.
This year’s graduate externs are Ye Ju Ki, Klein College of Media and Communication; Hanna Greenfield, Art Education, Tyler School of Art; Jo Liberman, Philosophy, College of Liberal Arts; Jiayu Yang, Documentary Arts and Visual Research, Boyer College of Music and Dance.
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Opportunity Knocks : What employers want, it may not be what you think.
2026-09-10 16:30 - 18:00

Opportunity Knocks : Building a resume and cover letter that gets you noticed.
2026-10-08 16:30 - 18:00

Opportunity Knocks : Acing your interview, Best practices.
2026-11-12 16:30 - 18:00
