October 11-13, 2021 - Midway, Kentucky
HEI 2021 Presidents Conference
Disruption Through Entrepreneuring: Radical Transformation of Higher Education in a Just-in-Time World
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Location:
Georgia Highlands College
5441 Highway 20, NE
Cartersville, Georgia 30121
2024 Presidents' Conference
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Beyond 2030 in Higher Education:
Preparing Leadership Change Agents
for the Decade Ahead
Monday, September 30, 2024 at 12:00 PM (EDT) to Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 3:30 PM
Keynote Speakers
Artificial Intelligence for ALL in Higher Education: Current Applications, Policies, and Future Innovations
Dr. Robbie K. Melton
Interim Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs and Vice President for Technology Innovations
Tennessee State University
This presentation will provide an overview of how artificial intelligence (AI) technologies are currently being applied across all academic disciplines in higher education, as well as their impact on student success, operational efficiencies, and future innovation. We will discuss the types of AI tools in use today, such as machine learning, natural language processing, computer vision, and more.
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The presentation will also address important policy considerations regarding the ethical and responsible use of AI in education. Examples of model AI policies from leading universities will be shared.
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Finally, we will explore the exciting potential for future innovation with AI to transform teaching, learning, and overall student experience. Emerging areas like adaptive learning, virtual tutors, augmented reality, and AI-assisted research will be highlighted.
Humans + Robots: Coexist? Challenges and Successes of Human-Robot Collaboration
Dr. Prashant Doshi
Interim Associate Director, Institute for AI and Professor of Computer Science
University of Georgia
Robots are physically embodied artificial agents with varying levels of autonomy. From human-controlled robots with little autonomy such as drones to independent ones such as those in automotive assembly, robots are finding increasing use in our society. Are we then close to transforming our society by integrating robots with elevated levels of autonomy that can coexist and collaborate with humans? In this talk, we will focus on answering this key question by discussing the technical, human factors, and societal challenges that impede progress in this direction and review some of the ways by which researchers and practitioners are mitigating these challenges.
Concurrent Session Speakers
Bridging Healthcare Futures: A Transformative Partnership for Nursing Education and Workforce Development
Dr. Mike Hobbs, President, Georgia Highlands College
Dr. Sheila Bennett, Senior Vice President and Chief of Patient Services, Atrium Health Floyd
Dr. Lisa Jellum, Dean of the Atrium Health Floyd School of Health Sciences, Georgia Highlands College
Discover the power of innovation and collaboration through an unprecedented partnership that is poised to reshape nursing education and workforce development in Northwest Georgia. The recent alliance between Atrium Health Floyd and Georgia Highlands College signifies a monumental step forward in our joint mission to cultivate talent and address the pressing demand for healthcare professionals. Through a multi-year agreement, our institutions are committed to expanding nursing student positions, fortifying workforce readiness, and elevating patient care standards across our region.
Join us as we dissect the comprehensive framework of this transformative partnership and meticulously examine the strategic initiatives outlined in the agreement, ranging from innovative scholarship and tuition assistance programs to robust faculty support and cutting-edge simulation equipment investments. Additionally, we will underscore the indispensable role of community engagement and collaboration in shaping the future of healthcare education and service delivery.
This presentation isn't just about sharing our success story; it's about providing actionable insights and tangible strategies for attendees to replicate in their institutions. By exploring effective partnership models and envisioning the transformative impact of aligning educational institutions with healthcare providers, participants will gain invaluable knowledge on how to cultivate a resilient healthcare workforce, enhance patient outcomes, and drive economic growth within their communities.
Navigating Transformative Change: The Multnomah University Journey
Dr. Jessica Taylor, Chancellor, Multnomah Campus of Jessup University
In the face of declining enrollments, particularly among private faith-based institutions, many institutions are facing financial challenges. For over eight decades, Multnomah University served as a beacon of hope and inspiration in the city of Portland. In May 2024, a significant transition occurred when Multnomah entered a merger of missions with Jessup University, ensuring Multnomah’s continuation of its mission and legacy. Join Dr. Taylor as she shares the pivotal moments, successes, and challenges of this transformative journey, highlighting valuable insights and lessons learned from this unique experience.
The Transformative Power in Mergers, Acquisitions, and Closures
Dr. Lynn Priddy, President and CEO, Claremont Lincoln University
Our mental models for mergers, acquisitions, and closures need radical rethinking. We still approach them with foreboding, interventionist tactics, and last-resort strategies or at best apply traditional and even integrated strategic thinking and planning from an institution-centric approach. Rarely do we actively seek out a new ecosystem of partners, value exchanges, and options for complete re-envisioning of higher education itself. Yet, as change leaders, we are poised not only to see this new future, not only to navigate Vail's whitewater of change but to ride those waves to a new higher education landscape. This session proposes a dialogue on a very different model for the change we seemingly most dread.
Transformative Change: Success Stories from Community Colleges
Dr. Amanda Lee, President, Bladen Community College
Dr. Michael Fischer, President, York County Community College
In today’s rapidly evolving educational landscape, community colleges stand as pivotal institutions that drive both individual and societal progress. Join us for an inspiring session where we delve into the remarkable success stories of Bladen Community College in North Carolina and York County Community College in Maine. Discover how innovative strategies, dedicated leadership, and forward-thinking have led to significant achievements in student success, workforce development, and community engagement. Attendees will be equipped with practical strategies and a renewed sense of purpose to implement transformative changes within their colleges.
Transforming Education with AI-Enhanced Innovations
Dr. Chaohua Ou, Managing Director, AI-ALOE
Dr. Sandeep Kakar, Research Scientist, AI-ALOE
Dr. Ploy Thajchayapong, Research Scientist, AI-ALOE
Dr. Jacob Dallas-Main, Applied Research Analyst, Technical College System of Georgia
Moderator: Dr. Jay Box
In this session, the AI Institute for Adult Learning and Online Education (AI-ALOE) will present how AI technologies are transforming teaching and learning in higher education. The session will begin with an AI-ALOE overview, highlighting the mission and research of the institute. We will then showcase how AI teaching assistants are empowering learners and teachers with personalized learning at scale. Following this, we will introduce the AI-augmented technology and data infrastructure, A4L, an end-to-end data platform developed at AI-ALOE. Finally, the session will culminate with a discussion on the collaborative efforts of AI-ALOE and the Technical College System of Georgia in increasing access and participation in educational innovation with AI technology.