Future U Podcast - The Pulse of Higher Ed

Building an AI-Ready College

Mar 4, 2025

Ann Krischner, a university professor at CUNY and ASU, and Chris Hein, Field CTO at Google Public Sector, delve into the transformative potential of AI in higher education. They discuss the urgent need for comprehensive institutional AI strategies and the implications for workforce education. The conversation highlights the importance of partnerships between universities and tech companies to ensure equitable access to AI resources. They also explore the challenges for liberal arts amidst a STEM focus and the significance of ethical considerations in AI adoption.