Thursday, August 06, 2026 | 12:00PM–1:00PM ET | Online

Webinar | Navigating AI Shockwaves in Higher Education: Part 1

A Collaboration with Gartner | 2026 EDUCAUSE Mission Partner

This EDUCAUSE webinar is one of a four-part series.

Note: Each webinar requires individual registration. Don’t miss out—secure your spot for each webinar.

GenAI Use Cases and Lessons Learned in Higher Education

Generative AI is everywhere on campus. But where is it actually delivering value? This session cuts through the hype to share real higher ed use cases, lessons learned, and why most institutions are still struggling to achieve ROI. Walk away with practical strategies to prioritize the right use cases, manage cost and risk, and build an AI-ready institution.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Where GenAI is working today across enrollment, student success, instruction, and operations
  • Why most AI investments fail to deliver value
  • How to manage AI cost creep and hidden expenses
  • What it takes to build AI readiness across both technology and people
  • How to prepare students and staff for an AI-native workforce

Additional Resources

AI in Higher Education: Case Examples to Inform 2026 AI Strategy

AI in Higher Education: Case Examples

 

Presenters

  • Grace Farrell

    Higher Education Analyst, Gartner Inc

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