Session 402: The Importance of Principled Use in Times of Technological Change

Date: Thursday, January 9

Time: 3:35 PM – 4:25 PM

Location: Hall of Science T07

Zoom Link: Join this session live-stream

Presenters: Regina Curran (Director of Cyber Policy, Office of Information Technology), Gihan Fernando (Assistant Vice Provost of the Career Center) & Alison Thomas (Assistant Dean for Academic Integrity and Hurst Senior Professorial Lecturer, CAS | Literature)

Session Description:

The Responsible Use of AI Working Group was convened during summer 2024 by Steve Munson and Vicky Wilkins to develop responsible use guidelines for the AU community’s use of artificial intelligence, with a focus on generative AI. With representation from across the University the working group engaged in research and conversation, including examining responses from other institutions. The group has begun to articulate principles and guidance applicable to AI use across university roles and functions. Participants will join members of the group in discussing and providing feedback on these principles and reflecting on what “Responsible AI” means to their role at AU.

Learning Outcomes:

• Describe the University’s year-long efforts to articulate principles of responsible use of AI
• Provide feedback on foundational concepts in a working-draft of guidance
• Engage in conversation about high-level opportunities and concerns about AI in higher education
• Identify further opportunity for faculty, staff, and student contribution to AU’s guidance on responsible AI use