Save the date for C21U's 2026 spring symposium, "Pathways to Possibilities: Innovations in Lifetime Learning." This gathering brings together educators, researchers, and industry partners to explore emerging ideas shaping the future of lifetime learning. Attendees will engage with new perspectives, innovative practices, and forward-looking conversations that highlight how learning can evolve to meet the needs of a rapidly changing world.
The event takes place on Thursday, April 23, 2025, at the Global Learning Center in Atlanta, Georgia. More details, including registration information and the full program, will beprovided soon.
PROGRAM
(Subject to Change)
8:30 - 9 a.m. | Registration and Breakfast
9 - 9:10 a.m. | Opening Remarks: Stephen Harmon, C21U Executive Director
9:10 - 9:55 a.m. | Keynote Speaker: Magdy Karam, Microsoft Americas Chief Learning Officer
9:55 - 10:40 a.m. | Panel
10:40 - 11 a.m. | Break (Refreshments available to attendees.)
11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. | Lightning Talks: 2025 Bill Kent Family Foundation AI in Higher Education Faculty Fellows: Professor Flavio Fenton, College of Sciences; Joy Arulraj, College of Computing; Patrick Danahy, College of Design, and Professor and Associate Chair of the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering Ying Zhang
11:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. | Panel
12:30 - 12:35 p.m. | Closing Remarks: Stephen Harmon, C21U Executive Director
Key Note Speaker
Magdy Karam
Chief Learning Officer of Microsoft Americas
Passionate about growth and development, Magdy is recognized by peers for inspiring, motivating, and empowering employees to realize their full potential. A versatile and influential leader, Magdy sees his role not only as serving Microsoft staff but also as enabling the entire Tech ecosystem, represented by Microsoft’s Customers and Partners, to attract, upskill, and retain their IT staff during this highly volatile digital transformation journey. Magdy’s goal is to build a culture of curiosity and continuous learning within and beyond Microsoft and to encourage employees to advance their careers. He’s currently focused on partnering with key organizations to bring AI and technology skilling to underserved communities in the US and Canada.