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The image shows Travis Masingale from Eastern Washington University giving his presentation on using AI in college classrooms to faculty members. The event is sponsored by the Department of English at Metropolitan State University Denver and is taking place in the CAVEA. Mr. Masingale is standing at the front of the lecture hall, gesturing toward his slide projected on the screen behind him. The slide asks

The image shows a room set up for a presentation sponsored by the Department of English at Metropolitan State University of Denver's College of Letters, Arts and Sciences. In the foreground, two people are seated with their backs to the camera, facing the presenter. The presenter, Travis Masingale from Eastern Washington University, is standing at a podium and speaking. The presentation is about using AI in college classrooms.

The image shows the audience perspective from a presentation by Travis Masingale from Eastern Washington University about using AI in college classrooms. The presentation is taking place in the MSU Denver CAVEA and sponsored by the Department of English at Metropolitan State University Denver. A room full of attendees, primarily faculty members, are seated in curved rows facing the presenter, with laptops and notebooks in front of them for taking notes. Professor Masingale is standing at the front of the room delivering his talk.

The image shows the audience at Travis Masingale's presentation on using AI in college classrooms, an event sponsored by the Department of English at Metropolitan State University Denver and held in the CAVEA. The attendees, who are primarily faculty members, are seated in rows of chairs, some taking notes on laptops or notebooks. The room has a curved layout with blue LED lighting along the edges of the ceiling.

The image shows Dr. Vincent Piturro speaking in front of a projection screen displaying a still from the film

The image shows Dr. Vincent Piturro, professor of film and media studies at MSU Denver, speaking into a microphone while standing in front of a large audience seated in rows of chairs. Behind Dr. Piturro, a projection screen displays the title

Dr. Vincent Piturro, professor of film and media studies, presenting at a screening of Freedom on Fire (2022) Documentary at the Cinema of Survival Ukrainian Film Festival.

Dr. Vincent Piturro, professor of film and media studies and George Wyhinny, Director of Black Raven (2022) at Cinema of Survival: Ukrainian Film Festival

Screening of Freedom on Fire (2022) Documentary at the Cinema of Survival Ukrainian Film Festival.

6th Edition MSU Roadrunner Review literary journal launch cake

Dr. Craig Svonkin and undergraduate research caucus at PAMLA

Dr. James Aubrey and student, Matthew Lusk, at PAMLA

Local author and professor Jackson Culpepper reads from his newly released short story collection Songs on the Water

Dr. Vincent Piturro, professor of film and media studies at MSU Denver, and Screenwriter Alvaro Rodriguez, writer of From Dusk Till Dawn the Series

Earth's Reel Resilience Climate Change Film Series

Dr. Vincent Piturro, professor of film and media studies at MSU Denver, and Dr. KaChun Yu, astrophysicist with the Denver Museum of Nature and Science, at the 13th annual Denver Sci-Fi Film Series at the Sie Film Center

Image of the audience at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science for the 13th Annual Sci-Fi Film Series

Dr. Vincent Piturro, professor of film and media studies at Cinema of Survival: Ukrainian Film Festival

Dr. Vincent Piturro, professor of film and media studies, George Wyhinny, Director of Black Raven (2022), and Producer, Luba Keske at Cinema of Survival: Ukrainian Film Festival

Recorded Presentations

Presentation: MSU Denver ShortFilmFest

Check out the MSU Denver student curated ShortFilmFest! Presented by the Center for Creative Writing.

Featured Films

Suino, directed by Amir Magar
Stereo Psychosis, directed by Matthey Sandoval
The Last Bag, directed by Victoria Dobrogosz
Twelve Fifty, directed by Brody Nadeau
Paranormal Drunktivity, directed by Preston Tompkins and Zach Reinert
Groundwork: A Family’s Journey into Regenerative Cotton, directed by Lindsey Hagen
Chhayan, directed by Leilani Reyes
Camino a Casa, directed by Jahaira Daga Acevedo

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Presentation: AI in the College Classroom

Professor Travis Masingale from Eastern Washington University shares innovative ways that AI tools like ChatGPT can enhance teaching and learning in higher education. Through practical examples, he illustrates how AI can create customized learning experiences, make challenging concepts more accessible, and assist both students and faculty. While acknowledging the risks and ethical considerations, Professor Masingale sees generative AI as a powerful asset for more effective, engaging and equitable education when used thoughtfully. Watch the full presentation video and view the slides to explore emerging possibilities and best practices.

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Presentation: Monetizing Freelance Writing

We’re thrilled to share the recording and slides from “Monetize Your Writing on Upwork.com,” presented by MSU Denver senior and successful freelancer Lila Bear. In this valuable resource, Lila shares her journey and tips for earning money as a freelance writer and editor on Upwork, covering topics like ghostwriting novels, editing memoirs, and more. Whether you’re a creative writing student or a writer looking to expand your freelance opportunities, this presentation will provide the insights and inspiration you need to start monetizing your skills online.

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Past Events

12:45-3:00 pm

Wednesday, April, 9, 2025

My Stolen Planet Film Screening

My Stolen Planet

6:30-9:00 pm

Saturday, April 5, 2025

Sunset Boulevard Film Screening

Sunset Boulevard

6:30-9:00 pm

Saturday, March 29, 2025

Strangers on a Train Film Screening

Strangers on a Train

6:30-9:00 pm

Saturday, March 22, 2025

Double Indemnity Film Screening

Double Indemnity

6:30-9:00 pm

Saturday, March 15, 2025

The Maltese Falcon Film Screening

The Maltese Falcon

2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Tuesday, January 28, 2025

Hemingway's Women

6:30 pm - 9:00 pm at The Cube

Saturday, October 12, 2024

To Kill a Tiger

6:30 pm - 9:00 pm at The Cube, 8371 E. Northfield Blvd

Saturday, October 5, 2024

The Boy and the Heron

10:00 am - 1:30 pm at The Mercury Cafe

Saturday, October 5, 2024

NCTE Student Affiliate Open Mic Brunch

11:00-2:00 pm

Tuesday, September 24, 2024

Seven Winters in Tehran Screening

6:30-9:00 pm

Saturday, September 21, 2024

The Zone of Interest

6:30-9:00 pm

Saturday, September 14, 2024

Crossing

6:00-8:00 PM

Friday, May 3, 2024

MSU Denver ShortFilmFest

12:30-1:30 pm

Wednesday, April 17th, 2024

Presentation: AI in the College Classroom

2:00-3:00 pm

Tuesday, April 9, 2024

Presentation: Monetize Your Writing on Upwork.com

6:30-9:00 pm

Friday, April 5, 2024

Film Screening: Seven Winters in Tehran

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