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Two women smiling, holding a flyer for a WashU event featuring MacArthur Fellow Ruha Benjamin, titled 'Who Owns the Future? From Artificial Intelligence to Abundant Imagination.'
A panel discussion with six speakers seated on a stage, with a large screen behind them displaying an image of an older woman and partially visible green text.
A panel discussion with six speakers on a stage, with a large screen behind them displaying an older woman and the question 'who owns the future?' with 'owns' circled.
A panel discussion with six speakers on a stage, with a large screen behind them displaying an older woman and the question 'who owns the future?' with 'owns' circled.
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Ruha Benjamin at Wash.-U.

2025/4/7 Edited to

... Read moreRuha Benjamin is a prominent figure in the field of public scholarship, contributing to discussions on technology and its implications for society. As a MacArthur Fellow, her work challenges the status quo, especially regarding artificial intelligence and its impact on marginalized communities. In her session titled 'Who Owns the Future?', she explores critical questions surrounding data ethics and technological equity, providing a platform for vital conversations around innovation and imagination in our rapidly changing world. This event not only highlights Benjamin's academic contributions from the Arts & Sciences at WashU but also fosters engagement among students and the broader community. It's essential to understand how public scholarship functions in today's context, aiming to bridge the gap between academic work and real-world implications. Through initiatives like these, universities can play a crucial role in public discourse, making scholarly work accessible and relevant to societal challenges. Benjamin's insights resonate with those interested in the future of technology and social justice, making her scholarship a powerful catalyst for discussion and change.