Dear all, There is still time to apply for the 3rd edition of the Summer School in Digital Methods for Critical Consumer Studies, which will take place in Como from September 22 to 26, 2025. This year's theme is: Artificial intelligence as a methodological resource and its applications for consumer culture research. The School will focus on the intersection between Digital Methods, consumer culture, and AI technologies such as large language models (LLMs), exploring both technical and critical perspectives. It is intended for MA and PhD students who wish to integrate digital methods into their research projects in the field of consumer culture. The programme includes lectures, workshops, keynote talks, and group work, delivered by an international and interdisciplinary faculty. Confirmed keynote speakers: Joonas Rokka (Emlyon Business School) Giorgia Aiello (University of Milan) Gabriele Colombo (Politecnico di Milano) The Summer School is organized by the University of Milan, in collaboration with: SOMET - PhD Programme in Sociology and Methodology of Social Research, Milan School of Media and Communication, PhD in Communication Science and Practice, University of Pavia. Application deadline has been extended to June 16, 2025. Applications must include a CV and a presentation letter (with a brief bio, research interests, and motivation to participate) and should be sent to laura.bruschi@unimi.it by June 16 at the very latest. Full programme and details: <https://dmcs.lakecomoschool.org/>*https://dmcs.lakecomoschool.org <https://dmcs.lakecomoschool.org/>* We welcome applications from MA and PhD students, early-career researchers, and professionals interested in digital methods, AI, media, and consumer studies. Please feel free to share this call with colleagues or students who might be interested. Best regards, On behalf of the School Directors: A. Caliandro, A. Gandini, M. Airoldi