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The coach who led Team USA to four Math Olympiad gold medals shares his blueprint for staying irreplaceable in an AI-driven world.
As artificial intelligence transforms our world, what skills will remain uniquely human? How can we prepare for careers in an automated future?
Join Carnegie Mellon mathematics professor Po-Shen Loh for insights on navigating the AI revolution by embracing our humanity.
Dr. Loh brings a distinctive perspective shaped by his dual expertise: serving as national coach of the USA Mathematical Olympiad team (which has won four gold medals under his leadership) and developing innovative solutions for real-world challenges from pandemic response to educational technology.
Through his nationwide speaking tour that reached 250 audiences across 100 cities, he has refined a practical framework for thriving alongside AI.
In this presentation, Dr. Loh will explore how creative problem-solving, judgment, and communication become more valuable as automation grows — and how students and professionals can build those strengths now.
The session includes real-world examples, guidance for education and careers, and a Q&A.
EVENT INFORMATION
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Title: How To Thrive in the Age of AI
Date: Saturday, September 20, 2025
Time: 12 noon-1 pm
Location: Wang Center Theater (Directions)
Convergence:
Mathematical thinking for curious minds
The Convergence lecture series welcomes curious minds of all kinds to explore the wide world of mathematical thinking. Whether you're a math fan or just math-curious, there's something here for everyone. Each talk offers a fresh perspective — whether it’s diving into real-world applications, unpacking abstract concepts, or just having fun with fascinating patterns, puzzles, and problems. You don’t need to be a math expert — just come ready to think, laugh, and learn.
The series is offered by Stony Brook University’s Institute for Creative Problem Solving in collaboration with the National Museum of Mathematics (MoMath) and Brookhaven National Laboratory.
Visionary voice
Po-Shen Loh, PhD
Po-Shen Loh is a social entrepreneur and inventor, working across the spectrum of mathematics, education, and healthcare.
A math professor at Carnegie Mellon University, he also served a decade-long term as the national coach of the USA International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO) team, taking the team to gold on numerous occasions.
He has pioneered numerous innovations and has been featured in or co-created YouTube videos with more than 25 million views.
