About
57th MARION WOODWARD LECTURE
The Future of Nursing in the Age of AI
Dr. Charlene Chu, University of Toronto
Thursday, October 16, 2025
In-Person & Online
Registration is open
- VIFF Theatre (1181 Seymour St)
The Mr. and Mrs. P.A. Woodward's Foundation has generously supported the annual Marion Woodward Lecture since 1969.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping how nurses practice, learn, and generate new knowledge. This talk explores the future of nursing with AI by examining practical applications in clinical settings, including patient monitoring. It also considers the profound implications AI holds for nursing education—how we teach and what we teach in an increasingly digital environment. Key challenges such as digital literacy gaps, algorithmic bias, and the risk of dehumanized care will be discussed. Finally, the session will highlight new directions in nursing research and leadership that are emerging in response to AI, emphasizing the need for critical, interdisciplinary approaches that center equity, ethics, and the unique contributions of nursing to health systems.
Date & Time
Thu, October 16, 2025
5:00pm - 8:30pm