Sparking Intelligence
The Mensa Foundation hosts events designed to spark meaningful discussions, elevate the understanding of intelligence, and inspire its thoughtful application.
Colloquium
Mensa Foundation
Colloquium
The Mensa Foundation Colloquium is our flagship annual in-person event, bringing together curious minds to delve into the multidimensional nature of intelligence and its intersections with today’s most pressing issues.
Human Intelligence in the Age of AI: A New Perspective
July 1, 2025 | Hilton Chicago | Registration: $139
Explore how human intelligence evolves and thrives in a world increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence. Engage with thought-provoking discussions, including:
- The enduring value of emotional intelligence
- Ethical dilemmas in AI development
- Creativity as a uniquely human trait
Be part of a conversation that challenges assumptions and inspires meaningful dialogue about human intelligence in an AI-driven world.
What’s New for 2025
Inaugural Conundrum Competition
The Mensa Foundation is thrilled to unveil the Conundrum Competition, an exciting new addition to the Colloquium experience! Open to everyone, this interactive challenge invites participants to collaborate, think critically, and present innovative solutions to a thought-provoking question inspired by the Colloquium’s theme.
Stay tuned for more details on what to expect and how to register.
Speaker Series
HI, AI, and Personhood
February 22 | Zoom | Interactive: $99 | Livestream: $50
Join the Mensa Foundation Speaker Series as we expand on the Colloquium’s central theme, exploring the profound intersections of human and artificial intelligence. Our bi-monthly sessions feature leading experts diving into the complexities of intelligence in an AI-driven world.
- February 22, 2025
- 2:00 PM CST
- Dr. Peter Steeves
Dr. Steeves will challenge assumptions about consciousness, ethics, and the implications of replicating human intelligence in AI.
What’s New for 2025
The Mensa Foundation Speaker Series has been redesigned to provide a more engaging and sustainable experience.
- Aligned Themes: Each session is thoughtfully connected to the Colloquium topic, offering a deeper exploration of Human Intelligence in the Age of AI.
- Interactive Options: Choose between Interactive Access to engage directly with the speaker during the session or Livestream Access to watch the presentation. Interactive Access also includes a complimentary recording and supplementary materials from the session.
- Bi-Monthly Schedule: Our new bi-monthly format ensures a sustainable program while delivering high-quality, thought-provoking discussions.
Unleash intelligence, benefit humanity. Join us today!
