AI Institute at Fort Lewis College

05/12/2026

Spots are filling up! Have you registered?

A.I. is already changing the way we work, hire, and plan for what’s next. 🤖

Join us tomorrow, May 13 for A.I. & Jobs: Understanding A.I.’s Impact on the Workforce, a conversation on what these shifts could mean for Southwest Colorado. The evening will include panel discussion, Q&A, and networking with regional voices from business, technology, and nonprofit leadership.

Thank you to the AI Institute at Fort Lewis College and the Katz School of Business at Fort Lewis College for partnering on this event.

Register here:
https://members.durangobusiness.org/eventcalendar/Details/ai-jobs-understanding-ai-s-impact-on-the-workforce-1678689?sourceTypeId=Hub

05/12/2026

We're so excited to announce that Desert Sun Coffee Roasters is our newest Elevate AI recipient! Learn more about their project and how they're looking to use AI to help support other small businesses in our community. Learn more about Desert Sun’s Elevate AI project at ai.fortlewis.edu

Owner Zachary Ray will also be one of our panelists tomorrow night at our AI & Jobs: Understanding AI's Impact on the Workforce.

03/24/2026

Join us for a free community workshop: Building AI Workflows with n8n.
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
• Build practical AI workflows step by step
• Connect language models, vector databases, and your own data
• Create projects like a RAG workflow and an AI-powered follow-up system
• Turn everyday business processes into smarter, more efficient systems

This workshop is beginner-friendly and open to students, professionals, and community members.

📅 Tuesday, March 31
⏰ 6–7:30 pm
📍 Center for Innovation
835 Main Avenue, Suite 225

https://fortlewis.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_dd5laze7SQeXADc

RSVP today, we’d love to see you there!

03/04/2026

Think AI is just for big tech cities? Think again. 🗻✨

For a stormy day we still had an incredible turnout at our latest workshop, “Building Custom GPTs for Business.” It wasn’t just students in the room it was local business owners, nonprofit leaders, and neighbors from across the 4 corners region.
From summarizing long reports in seconds to creating specialized assistants for local shops, we’re proving that AI isn’t a trend, it’s a practical tool that gives our rural community a serious edge.

03/02/2026

Want your content to feel more cinematic without becoming a video editor? 🎥

In this workshop, we’ll use Google Flow + Veo to go from idea → script → storyboard → short-form marketing video using simple text prompts. You’ll learn how to control tone, pacing, and emotion—while keeping your brand story front and center.

Link to register in comments.

02/12/2026

Looking to create Custom GPTs tailored to your business’s needs? Our next free community AI workshop has you covered!

Register: https://fortlewis.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_dd5laze7SQeXADc

01/08/2026

Elevate AI funding is open! We're accepting Full Project Proposals to support AI-driven solutions that improve workflows, expand services, and strengthen our community.

Up to $6,000 is available per project. Recent Elevate AI projects include digitizing the Local First coupon book, supporting SASO Sexual Assault Services Organization with training and prevention education, and helping Local NEWS Network create custom marketing plans for small businesses.

Apply by January 31. Visit the link in the comments for details and the application.

01/06/2026

Have a challenge where AI could help? Elevate AI is now accepting Full Project Proposals until January 31!

We’ve already supported projects like digitizing the Local First coupon book, strengthening SASO’s training and prevention education, and helping Local News Network create custom marketing plans for small businesses. Now it’s your chance to bring your idea to life! 🌱

Ready to apply? Link in bio. 🚀

12/17/2025

What a turnout! 530+ attendees came together at FLC for the Second Annual Four Corners AI Conference. Huge thanks to everyone who participated, especially our breakout leaders, students, volunteers, keynote speakers, and panelists. We’re grateful you helped make it such an energizing, community-powered event.