The Value of AI in Higher Education and Beyond

In this episode, AMU’s Dr. Bjorn Mercer moderates a compelling conversation with Nuno Fernandes, President of American Public University System, and Lori Glover, J.D., Managing Director at MIT CSAIL Alliances, one of the most prominent AI research laboratories worldwide.. The discussion explores the transformative potential of artificial intelligence in higher education and beyond. Fernandes and Glover highlight how AI can personalize learning experiences, democratize access to knowledge, and reshape the workforce by automating routine tasks and augmenting human decision making. They emphasize the importance of domain expertise, ethical AI use, and equipping both students and faculty with tools to thrive in an AI-driven future. Real-world applications—ranging from pilot training to streamlining college credit transfers—showcase how AI is already enhancing education and workplace efficiency.