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21st Midwest Association for Information Systems Conference (MWAIS) 2026<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Join us for the premier gathering of information systems professionals, academics, and students in the Midwest region. The Midwest Association for Information Systems (MWAIS) Conference 2026 brings together thought leaders and innovators to explore cutting-edge research, industry trends, and emerging technologies<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The 2026 conference will take place in person on Thu, May 21 & Fri, May 22, 2026 in Athens, OH and is hosted by the Ohio University\u2019s College of Business<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Conference Theme: <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Future of Work: Adapting to the Age of AI and Automation<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This conference theme delves into the profound changes brought by artificial intelligence (AI) and automation in the workplace. It explores how businesses and workers can adapt to a new era of digital transformation, highlighting the emerging skills needed to thrive in a tech-driven economy. Key areas of focus include the importance of reskilling and upskilling the workforce, fostering human-AI collaboration, and adjusting leadership strategies to guide organizations through technological shifts. Discussions will address the changing nature of human relationships in work environments, the curriculum adjustments required to equip future generations, and the role of technology in exacerbating or alleviating social inequality. Additionally, it will examine how AI and automation will influence global geopolitics, shift economic power, and contribute to the growing dominance of tech companies in the global landscape. This theme will offer a comprehensive view of how AI and automation are shaping the future of work, with implications for businesses, individuals, and societies alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Social Networking Event<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Hocking Hills Lodge and Conference Center<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hocking Hills named Top 50 Destination in the World by Forbes 2023<\/sub><\/em><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Conference Venue<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Walter Hall Rotunda<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Accommodations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Ohio University Inn, Athens, OH<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Ohio University is a renowned public research university in Athens, Ohio, offering a vibrant academic environment to over 30,000 students across its main campus and regional locations. Founded in 1804, it is the oldest university in Ohio and the eighth oldest public university in the United States. Ohio University provides a diverse array of more than 250 academic programs spanning undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels across various fields including business, communications, education, engineering, fine arts, health sciences, and liberal arts and sciences. The university is particularly recognized for its strong programs in journalism, business, and health sciences. With a commitment to research, innovation, and personalized education, Ohio University combines the resources of a major research institution with the close-knit community feel of a smaller college, providing students with exceptional learning experiences and opportunities for personal and professional growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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