SXSW – Live, In-Person Podcast
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. (60 minutes)
SXSW Expo Center, Austin Convention Center
This SXSW podcast session explores the interplay between higher education and artificial intelligence, delving into how academic institutions respond to AI’s proliferation in the workplace and economy. Thought leaders from academia, economic development, and policy will discuss how universities and colleges advance research and equip students with the skills to lead in an AI-powered future. From addressing social inequities to preparing cities for the economy of the future, the session highlights the transformative potential of AI when nurtured within higher education, and the tradeoffs that must be made in an education system wired for the past. Join us for a conversation about education’s pivotal role in shaping AI that serves humanity.