Session 2- Thursday, February 5th, 2026
Generative Artificial Intelligence and other AI tools are a disruptive force in higher education, causing many to change their established habits. Educators face a critical challenge to maintain academic integrity and preserve authenticity in student learning. This presentation explores strategies for course assignment design that are resistant to the use of AI tools. Our goal is to create learning environments that foster integrity and real-world relevance. Students should have skills such as critical thinking, strong written and oral communication, creativity, and innovation, to navigate the learning environment by acting ethically and thinking on their own.
This session will be in-person in room 302 at Penn State Lehigh Valley
This presentation is led by Denise Ogden, Professor, Marketing Penn State Lehigh Valley and Eileen Grodziak, Instructional Designer, SMEAL College of Business, University Park, Penn State University
Denise Ogden, Professor, Marketing
Dr. Denise T. Ogden has spent over two decades as a dedicated educator at Penn State Lehigh Valley, where she has twice received the campus Teaching Excellence Award and earned the university’s prestigious Atherton Award. Her professional journey began in public relations with the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation and continued at Dun & Bradstreet, where she earned national recognition. For the past 20 years, she has mentored student teams in business case competitions, emphasizing real-world application and collaboration. A scholar in retailing and integrated marketing communication (IMC), Dr. Ogden has authored numerous academic articles and co-authored several textbooks, while also serving on the board of the Council for Retail and Sales. She holds a Ph.D. in Business Administration from Temple University, an M.B.A. from DeSales University, and dual bachelor’s degrees in Business Administration/Marketing and Psychology from Adams State University.
Eileen Grodziak, Instructional Designer, SMEAL
Eileen Grodziak is an instructional designer and educator with expertise in educational technology and innovative learning strategies. She holds a Master of Education from Penn State and a Bachelor of Science from the University of St. Elizabeth. Eileen designs hybrid and online courses for Penn State’s Smeal College of Business, focusing on active learning and AI integration.
She has published and presented nationally and internationally on immersive learning and faculty development, and serves as Editor-in-Chief of Transformative Dialogues: Teaching and Learning Journal. Eileen is also active in community organizations, including the Shanthi Project and Toastmasters International.