Register for AI Forward

Join us for AI Forward: From Classroom to Career

February 11–12, 2027 

Merrill Hall | Jacksonville State University 

Registration is complimentary. Advance registration is required. 

Registration Deadline: January 27, 2027

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*Accepted presenters will receive separate registration and confirmation instructions.

Early Registration

Be among the first to register for AI Forward. 

Early Registration Deadline: January 9, 2027

Early registrants will receive special summit benefits and opportunities, with details to be announced soon.

Register Early

Your Registration Includes:

  • Opening keynote and featured sessions
  • Concurrent breakout sessions
  • AI Showcase and Poster Session
  • Networking opportunities
  • Opening lunch and Friday breakfast
  • Jax State evening experience  
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Professional Development Credit for Alabama K–12 Educators

Alabama K–12 educators may earn up to 12.75 hours of professional development credit through the Alabama State Department of Education's PowerSchool platform by attending AI Summit 2027.

To receive credit, educators must register for the course in PowerSchool using the following information:

  • Course Title: JSU_RIC: AI Summit 2027

  • Section Number: 588159

Register for CEU Credit Through PowerSchool

Available Professional Development Hours:

  • Thursday: 4.75 hours

  • Friday Morning: 4 hours

  • Friday Afternoon: 4 hours

  • Total: Up to 12.75 hours

Important: PowerSchool registration is separate from AI Summit registration. Educators must also register through the Jax State AI Summit registration page by January 27 to attend the event.

Who Should Attend?

K–12 Educators & Administrators • Higher Education Faculty & Staff • Students • Business & Industry Professionals • Workforce & Community Partners 

Optional Post-Conference Workshops

Additional optional post-conference workshops will be offered in conjunction with AI Forward, providing opportunities for deeper exploration of selected AI topics and hands-on learning.

Workshop topics, times, and availability will be announced as the summit approaches. Attendees who register before workshop details are released will have an opportunity to add a workshop to their registration once selections become available.

Workshop details coming soon.

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Registration

February 11–12, 2027 at Jacksonville State University. 

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Important Dates 

Early Registration Ends:
January 9
 
Final Registration Deadline:
January 27