It’s everywhere. Artificial intelligence, otherwise known as AI, has seeped into the inner workings of our everyday lives. From our phones to the workplace and many places in between, AI applications such as chatbots and ChatGPT have become intertwined with big and small tasks.  

As the technology’s impact advances, UNLV is looking toward the future to prepare faculty, researchers, and staff with the skills to succeed through the launch of the Generative AI Fellows Pilot Program.

Academic and administrative faculty can apply to one of three cohorts to learn about generative AI applications and later serve as resources for their colleagues who wish to explore the capabilities of the technology. The knowledge gained through the program will empower participants to integrate AI into their classrooms, research, and administrative work.

“The launch of the AI Fellows Program is an important step toward integrating AI technology on our campus. AI offers the potential to increase productivity and innovation in both academic pursuits and research, and we must carefully weigh all possible outcomes,” said UNLV President Keith E. Whitfield. “This initiative will allow our students and faculty to leverage this burgeoning technology to ensure that UNLV remains at the forefront of innovation and education.”

Optimizing Administrative Operations with AI
As universities strive to streamline operations and enhance efficiency, integrating AI into administrative tasks has emerged as a game-changer. From automating routine processes to providing data-driven insights, AI is revolutionizing how administrative functions are managed, allowing staff to focus on more strategic and impactful work.

“We want to provide the tools to our staff, including the enterprise IT side, faculty, and administrative staff so that they know what they are doing and understand how to use the technology,” said Kivanc Oner, vice president for digital transformation and chief information officer. “We want to take away some of that fear of the unknown.”

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