UC Berkeley EVENTS calendar

Session 01: 'Foundations of UC Berkeley AI Literacy' serves as the foundation for AI literacy, instilling knowledge while combating misconceptions. Through a blend of engaging content, historical references, and ethical considerations, particip...

Veterans have a unique perspective on well-being. We were taught survival skills, and are willing to endure hardships for the sake of others. Sorely missing in higher education across UC Berkeley are role models that demonstrate sacrifice, pers...

You might not expect such an entertaining guide for your military veteran's group in UC Berkeley. Daniel Comp has crafted an engaging and humorous video series based on real-life events. Participants will quickly grasp the transparency, and dep...

As a Vietnam Era Navy Veteran, I understand some of the battle wounds that the military distributed - and - the UC Berkeley public heaped on us when we returned to civilian life. Most of us buried our service history like a stinky pair of shoes...

This UC Berkeley veteran Counselor training is in-person, and highly interactive. It is filled with hands-on exercises, live and video recorded demonstrations that are insightful and thought provoking. You'll see your physical blind-spots, unde...

Created for Veteran Counselors near UC Berkeley, this workshop is a very interactive and participatory event. You'll finish each session with unexpected insights from thought provoking experiences. The Scotomaville workshop is in-person, and hi...

A Scotomaville ‘Personal Everest’ is a self-designed journey with a purpose. Each expedition is peer and author supported. Participants mature by overcoming unplanned challenges, and recognizing abundant provision following the observation of William...

If you are a Veteran, a Spouse, or military family member, a patriot, or service provider, then I'd love to have a conversation with you. You are invited for an evening filled with insights, and solutions to consider making sense of the chaos and cha...

We served our country by faith. We gave several years at least, some gave limbs, and lives. We have all been affected by the scotomas within our journey. The lessons we took away are needed more now than ever. You are rich with discipline, critical t...

Veterans are pretty special people. We have given years of our youth in the service of God and Country, and the men and women of UC Berkeley. Unfortunately, we have seen and experienced challenges few civilians understand, and which most humans...

The Scotomaville UC Berkeley Veteran Staff Training is decades of wisdom reduced to invaluable hours! It's an in-person introduction to the 336 page book, and 48 video episodes, packed into seven hours of attention grabbing examples, truths, an...

This UC Berkeley veteran staff workshop is in-person, and highly interactive. This is decades of wisdom reduced to invaluable hours! It is filled with hands-on exercises to see your physical blind-spots, understand your thinking short-cuts, and...

This is a very interactive and participatory workshop. You'll finish each session with unexpected insights from thought provoking experiences. It is also an introduction to the 336 page book, and 48 video episodes, packed into seven hours of attentio...

Navigating the intricate world of business and marketing in UC Berkeley requires strategy, foresight, and innovation, especially in the age of AI. Session 6 offers an immersive experience into the strategic potential of AI for UC Berkeley...

As the program culminates, Session 8 offers a sanctuary for introspection, reflection, and forward-looking aspirations in the realm of AI and UC Berkeley. With guidance from Viktor Frankl's principles, participants will embark on a reflective j...

This video presents a unique exploration of self-mastery and psychological awareness through the metaphor of mountain climbing, guided by Daniel Comp, author and curator of Scotomaville. Featuring dialogues with avatars representing historical and ph...

The AI Self Mastery course for UC Berkeley, curated by Daniel Comp, author of "Scotomaville," uniquely blends AI technology with self-mastery and storytelling. This transformative journey empowers creators to integrate AI into personal and prof...

A.I. Self Mastery is more than a course; it is a voyage of discovery and transformation. It invites participants to ‘follow in the way I began,’ embracing the dual pursuit of technological literacy and self-mastery. By bridging the gap be...

"AI Self Mastery," is a course at the forefront of intellectual and personal development. As the Author/Curator of the Scotomaville Trilogy, and a 26 year veteran of the information technology industry, I am compelled to create and introduce a course...

This free course bridges the art of storytelling with the innovative realm of AI, offering a unique blend of intellectual and creative stimulation for UC Berkeley creators. It's not just about mastering new technology but also about exploring p...

The digital age is characterized by vibrant visuals, compelling media, and the ability to tell stories through images and animations. Session 7 propels UC Berkeley participants into the heart of AI-driven visual media creation. Using tools like...

Our psychological scotomas—those blind spots in our perception—make us vulnerable. We can be subtly gamed, manipulated, hoodwinked, bamboozled, and long-conned with perceptional origami, often without clear insight into our deviations. Through carefu...

In the age of rapid technological advancements, artificial intelligence (AI) emerges as one of the most transformative forces for UC Berkeley. Yet, alongside its promise lies pervasive fear and mistrust. Session 2 dives deep into these apprehen...

"Use this tool wisely. Let it assist you in your pursuit of knowledge and in solving complex problems, but never rely on it to fully grasp the essence of human emotion or to replace the invaluable insights that come from genuine human connection and ...

As we advance deeper into the AI era, understanding the nuances of UC Berkeley human-AI collaboration becomes pivotal. Session 4 sheds light on the harmonious interplay between human intuition and AI capabilities. Guided by the wisdom of C.S. L...

If you are a young man near UC Berkeley, you must feel a sense of shame, gloom, a lack of guidance, a missed connection. I can assure you Veterans near UC Berkeley feel a subtle call to duty, a yearning to lead in a unique battle, an angs...

This is the Scotomaville feature in the upcoming 365 spot book on mental wellness entitled My Mind's Wellness. Learn about scotomas and a cognitive bias cheat sheet developed by Buster Benson. You can live well in UC Berkeley with an understand...

Personal development begins with literacy. Learning words helps us to develop awareness because we have a label for the event, idea, experience, and much more. Escaping tyranny demands free speech - starting with our self-talk, and interpersonal comm...

The era of one-size-fits-all in UC Berkeley is long past; today's technological advancements thrive on personalization. Session 5 delves into the intricacies of tailoring AI to individual needs, inspired by Dale Carnegie's insights into effect...

In the realm of artificial intelligence, the ability to reason, solve, and ideate at an advanced level is not merely confined to UC Berkeley and the human psyche. Session 3 dives into the profound capabilities of ChatGPT, exemplifying how it em...

You and I have had a few years of challenge to our independence, autonomy and exercise of our time, talent and investments by the mandates across UC Berkeley. I chose to create Scotomaville just before the UC Berkeley lock-down. That turn...

Join me at the Veteran's Event in UC Berkeley if you are a Veteran or military family member. The conversation will be an evening filled with insights, and solutions to consider making sense of the chaos and change we're all going through....