PBAF25: Human and Machine: A Collaborative Approach to Higher Education

This session will explore how artificial intelligence (AI) can serve as a valuable ally in enhancing institutional processes. By emphasizing the collaborative efforts required between employees and AI, institutions can strengthen student experiences and revolutionize operations. The presenters will share their successful experience with a phased implementation approach to generative AI without requiring significant investment. Hear how they addressed common challenges including budget constraints, operational inefficiencies, and administrative workload management. At the end of the session, you’ll walk away with a practical roadmap for leveraging AI.

Recording

This session will be recorded. Registrants will receive an email when the recording is available.

CPE Available: 1 Credit in Information Technology

Each individual must register and attend separately to earn credit.

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Event Information

Level: Intermediate
Prerequisites: Minimum 1-2 years of experience as a professional in higher education or a related private industry.
Advanced Preparation: None
Delivery Mode: Group internet based
Field of Study: Information Technology
Length: 60 minutes

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Download your CPE certificate.

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Daniel Greenstein

Managing Director

Baker Tilly

Dan Greenstein is a respected national leader and strategist with a distinguished career in higher education. He brings his dynamic vision and industry expertise to Baker Tilly after serving as the Chancellor of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) for six years and prior to that as Director of the Postsecondary Success Strategy at The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.

Kemi Jona

Vice Provost, Online Education and Digital Innovation

University of Virginia

Dr. Kemi Jona is the Vice Provost for Online Education and Digital Innovation at the University of Virginia where he collaborates with internal and external partners to refine and implement the University’s digital education strategy, helping shape UVA’s vision for online education and seamless, lifelong learning pathways for all learners. Dr. Jona has worked at the forefront of the learning sciences and learning technologies fields for over 25 years. He is thought leader in applying insights from cognitive and learning sciences to the design of technology-mediated learning environments and in developing innovative partnerships and pathways to increase access to opportunity.

Loren Den Herder

Managing Director, Digital Advisory

Baker Tilly

Loren has provided business process and information technology consulting services since 1993. As the firm's leader of business intelligence and corporate performance management solutions, he delivers leading-edge technology solutions for clients. His experience spans enterprise solutions including finance, human resources, operations, customer relations, business intelligence (BI), generative AI and corporate performance management.