Academic Festival XIII

The phenomenon that is artificial intelligence will be addressed by Cameron University when it presents “Being Human in the Age of AI” as its thirteen academic festival during the 2026-2027 academic year.

Cameron’s academic festival series began during the 1991-92 academic year and examined the Renaissance and Columbus’ discovery of America. The festival proved so popular that it quickly spun off into a regular event held once every three years. Each one explores an academic theme or societal issue through special events and campus activities. While there is no specific model for the festivals, they typically include lectures, exhibits, conferences, symposia, workshops, concerts, exhibits and theatrical productions.

Previous festivals have covered a wide range of topical themes, ranging from globalization, the importance of health, and what to expect at the dawn of the 21st century, to the complexities of the Middle East, sustainability, and American identities in the new century. Each festival has brought noted speakers to campus – many of whom went on to international fame.

The McCasland Foundation of Duncan is the primary sponsor for CU’s academic festival series. Over the years, financial support has come from the McCasland/Amquest Bank Endowed Chair, established by the McCasland Foundation in 1989. Additional funding is provided by the Cameron University Foundation and through the CU Lectures and Concerts Series.

A campus committee is currently developing a lineup of guest speakers. Please check back often to follow progress as speakers are secured and special events are planned.

For more information about Festival XIII, contact the Cameron University Office of Public Affairs at 580-581-2211 or via e-mail at publicaffairs@cameron.edu.