HOUSTON, TX (Nov. 9, 2026)—Lone Star College-University Park hosts its fourth AI Symposium on Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026, at the Energy & Manufacturing Institute (EMI) on campus, 11521 Compaq Center Dr., Houston, TX 77070. The two-hour event will explore the integration of artificial intelligence methods, tools and concepts across different fields of study and industry sectors.
Led by LSC-University Park faculty members, the symposium invites students, faculty and the community to enlighten their minds on AI and discuss its’ possible uses within different career paths.
“Artificial intelligence is transforming the work force, and workforce education must do more than respond. We developed the AI Symposium to bridge education, industry and community engagement,” said Andrew Johnson III, Ph.D. dean of Workforce Instruction Computer & Engineering Technologies. “The symposium demonstrates that AI extends far beyond generative applications into manufacturing, automation, robotics, data analytics and other evolving industries.”
The symposium will include the topic over “AI Across Disciplines,” welcome keynotes speakers, Tim Mousel and Dr. Johnson, a student AI project showcase and presentations, and an AI in Action Practical Skills Showcase by Richard Curry, Rhonique Jefferson and Adam Key, Ph. D. Breakout session will also be included from Mohammed Ashour, Ph. D. Monica Kamion, and Professor Alan Gandy, where the audience can gain a more in-depth understanding over AI.
Lone Star College-University Park continues to develop the bridge between education, industry and community engagement through events like the AI Symposium while preparing students for future evolving industries.
The AI Symposium is free to the public and attendees are encouraged to register in advance. For more information or to register, please visit https://www.lonestar.edu/UP-Division3.htm or AI Symposium - Lone Star College
About Lone Star College-University Park
LSC-University Park offers more than 70 programs of study, including credit and non-credit courses, workforce training, and continuing education classes. Classes are available during the day, evenings, and weekends in traditional, online, and hybrid formats. For more information about LSC-University Park classes or to register online, visit www.lonestar.edu/upstudentsupport, call 281-290-2600, or email UPAdvising@LoneStar.edu.
Established in 2012, Lone Star College-University Park has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing and most innovative higher education institutions in the country. The college, led by President Matthew Dempsey, Ed.D., is devoted to impacting the community’s prosperity and upward mobility through student success. LSC-University Park’s expert and compassionate faculty and staff provide students with holistic and immersive education and training in disciplines and industries that meet current and future workforce needs.
Located on the grounds of the former Compaq Computer Corporation and Hewlett Packard’s world headquarters, LSC-University Park’s facilities include the Center for Science & Innovation, the Energy & Manufacturing Institute, The Visual and Performing Arts Building and the Learning Innovation Lab. It is also home to the University of Houston-NW Downtown, Lone Star Corporate College, and iSchool.
About Lone Star College
With 100,000 students and counting, Lone Star College System provides transformational educational opportunities that help individuals get from where they are to where they want to be.
Under Chancellor Mario K. Castillo, J.D., the System’s priorities are guided by its strategic plan, which focuses on financial resilience, academic excellence, talent development and bridges to prosperity. Lone Star College System, recognized as a 2026 Great Colleges to Work For® institution by The Chronicle of Higher Education, has eight main campuses and more than 20 locations in the Houston area. Learn more at LoneStar.edu.