Michael Donihue

Michael Donihue, interim director of the Davis Institute for AI at Colby College, is at the forefront of integrating AI ethically in education. He discusses how the college established a cross-disciplinary AI institute before AI became mainstream, pushing for thoughtful incorporation of generative AI tools. Students praise these tools for enhancing performance, though there are concerns about social interactions. Donihue emphasizes tailored AI policies and the critical role of faculty in fostering AI literacy across various subjects.