AI in Higher Ed: Learning from Other Industries

AI is ever present on the minds of Higher Education technology professionals and those of other industries alike. Thankfully, there is a lot we can learn from other industries' approach to artificial intelligence. We will be continuing our AI in Higher Ed series with our fourth installment: AI in Higher Ed: Learning from Other Industries. We will discuss where Higher Ed’s AI initiatives stand compared to other sectors and how IT professionals can adjust lessons learned for their own institutions and organizations.

Key areas of discussion will include:

• What are the specific details that universities and colleges should think about during procurement of AI systems?
• What are the core issues in AI governance in Higher Ed? What can other sectors teach us about AI governance?
• How are legal ramifications for AI use made more complicated by the Higher Ed industry?

We will be joined by Nuno Couto, co-founder of the Higher Ed Tech Pros Meetup, acting as moderator. We are also proud to announce that Carolina Rossini, Director for Programs, Public Interest Technology Initiative at the University of Massachusetts: Amherst, will be joining us as a panelist.

Whether you’re exploring the legal challenges of AI integration, researching best practices for staying compliant with regulations, or simply curious about the ethical implications of AI in education, this session will provide a platform for dialogue with your peers and other experts in the industry.

Save the date and join us as we explore how AI can be leveraged responsibly and equitably to shape the future of higher education.
Date & Time: April 29, 2026 @ 12:00 PM EST
Location: Zoom (RSVP to see the link to the right)
RSVP today to secure your spot in this important conversation!