Episode 30 - AI's Role in Education and Nonprofits: Balancing Technology and Humanity with Lily Loughridge

In this episode of the FundraisingAI podcast, hosts Nathan Chappell and Scott Rosenkrans welcome Lily Loughridge, a rising senior at Stanford University, who brings a unique perspective from her studies in computer science and psychology. The discussion navigates the dynamic landscape of artificial intelligence and its implications for the global fundraising sector, addressing both the excitement and apprehension that come with rapid technological advancements. Lily Loughridge stands out not only for her academic achievements but also for her entrepreneurial spirit. She co-founded Stanford Women in Technology Entrepreneurship and has been an active advocate for female founders. Her experiences range from leading a tutoring charity to interning with Liberty Global's Technology Ventures arm, focusing on AI and energy demands. This diverse background gives her a well-rounded view on how AI intersects with various fields and the importance of responsible AI governance. Listeners will gain valuable insights into the ethical considerations and potential unintended consequences of AI, especially in education and nonprofit sectors. Lily shares personal anecdotes and examples, such as AI's role in autonomous vehicles, skincare startups, and even behavioral psychology research with monkeys. This episode is a treasure trove of information for anyone interested in how AI can be harnessed for good while maintaining a balance with human values. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS [06:23] Future of Careers with AI – Lily shares her insights on how the career landscape looks like as a senior at Stanford. [10:35] Impact of AI on Education – How the impact of AI differs in computer science versus psychology and how the academia is responding to the use of AI. [13:41] Symbolic Systems Major and Its Importance [16:19] AI in Politics: The Case of AI Steve and AI in democracy and decision making. [21:20] How the potential career paths for undergraduates have changed due to the influence of AI tools. [23:27] Lily shares her perspective on the possibility of new career paths being created as a result of AI. [26:41] Lily’s favorite AI tools [34:29] Stanford Women in Tech Entrepreneurship – Lily shares the story behind starting Stanford Women in Tech Entrepreneurship and the results gained by the community. RESOURCES Connect with Lily LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/lily-loughridge Stanford Women in Tech Entrepreneurship: www.swite.org Connect with Nathan and Scott: LinkedIn (Nathan): linkedin.com/in/nathanchappell LinkedIn (Scott): linkedin.com/in/scott-rosenkrans Website: fundraising.ai