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Comment on Setting Monthly Goals for June 2026 by MaryAnne Kochenderfer

MaryAnne Kochenderfer — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 17:10:38 +0000

In reply to Ticia. It's such a new technology (well, new that it is so powerful; the basic technology has been around for decades). Everyone is trying to figure out how to deal with the ethics side. It's definitely an interesting and often prickly topic, especially around copyright.

Comment on Setting Monthly Goals for June 2026 by Ticia

Ticia — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:22:47 +0000

Talking with Superman about using AI in schools has been really interesting because that has been some of his college classes so I look forward to seeing what you’re classes about ethical AI use in libraries will look like.

Comment on Setting Monthly Goals for May 2026 by MaryAnne Kochenderfer

MaryAnne Kochenderfer — Sun, 31 May 2026 02:36:46 +0000

In reply to Ticia. I'll probably be moving this summer or fall, so please share any tips you have...

Comment on Setting Monthly Goals for May 2026 by Ticia

Ticia — Sat, 30 May 2026 17:10:58 +0000

As evidenced by my just now commenting and it’s essentially the end of May, it’s super insanely busy. I’ve been out of town for the vast majority of it, and the little bits and pieces that I was in town were all insanely busy trying to get ready to go out of town or to pack to move.
That being said, I understand the weirdness and bitter sweetness of going back to say goodbye to your roots and how odd it can be to see where you grew up and how it is about to change.

Comment on Setting Monthly Goals for April 2026 by MaryAnne Kochenderfer

MaryAnne Kochenderfer — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 15:53:14 +0000

In reply to Ticia.

I think you would enjoy experimenting with cork! It’s a very thin layer of cork tree attached to a fabric backing; it’s surprisingly easy to sew with. It could be fun to use for a bag for a Renaissance fair or maybe even some sort of belt or maybe a bodice. People use it similarly to how they use leather, but it’s much easier to work with.

I’m on my trip with Johnny, and it’s been amazing. We saw one school and will visit the second tomorrow; we also visited Fallingwater and the Capitol building in Harrisburg, PA. I highly recommend both if you make it out here sometime!