Artificial Intelligence: from a Soulful Practitioner and Former Student

Artificial Intelligence: from a Soulful Practitioner and Former Student

Join us for a talk by Sheldon Fernandez as he explores the theological implications of this powerful and new technology.

By University of St. Michael's College

Date and time

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 · 6 - 8pm EST

Location

Regis College, Toronto

100 Wellesley Street West Toronto, ON M5S 2Z5 Canada

About this event

  • Event lasts 2 hours

This lecture is presented by the Regis St. Michael's Faculty of Theology, a world-class centre of excellence in Catholic theological study. The Faculty's mission is to advance teaching, research, and formation to serve the Church and society, both in Canada and globally.

Theology and Artificial Intelligence – rarely, do these words appear in the same sentence. In mathematical jargon, they orthogonal complements of one another: in different spheres or planes, lacking obvious conceptual connection. And yet there is a connection, one that is relevant, topical, and - in light of the aforementioned analysis - supremely important.

Join us for a thought provoking talk by Sheldon Fernandez, co-founder of DarwinAI and M.Ts Regis graduate, as he explores the theological implications of this powerful and new technology.

This event takes place in person. A link will be made avaiable for those who wish to watch the livestream. Email us at smc.alumniaffairs@utoronto.ca for the link!

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University of St. Michael's College

The University of St. Michael’s College is an institution founded—and grounded—in hope.

St. Michael’s was established in 1852 by the Basilian Fathers to serve the growing Catholic population in Toronto, educating the children of immigrants who had come to Canada in search of a better life for their families. Historically rooted in the educational mission shaped by the Basilians, the Sisters from the Congregations of St. Joseph and Loretto and other key community members, St. Michael’s seeks to build a transformational faith and learning community committed to the search for truth and meaning in our contemporary world. Our graduates are leaders in their communities, effecting positive change that respects and honours the dignity of all.

As the university looks forward to its 180th anniversary in 2032, it is operating with a strategic plan titled St. Mike’s 180: Rooted in the Future. The plan, which imbues all aspects of university life, is built on three pillars: academics, community and sustainability, all stemming from the university’s commitment to the Catholic Intellectual Tradition.

Today, St. Michael’s is home to 5,000 students studying everything from astronomy and English to architecture and zoology. Our status as a federated college within the University of Toronto, one of the world’s top research universities, offers students a wealth of academic and extra-curricular choices. At the undergraduate level, St. Michael’s sponsors four programs, including Christianity and Culture, Book and Media Studies, Celtic Studies and Mediaeval Studies.