How AI Raises Big Fears and Big Hopes

Generative AI is changing how people access information, complete tasks, and make sense of the world. For higher education, that shift raises profound questions about credibility, ethics, and public trust.

Students are already using AI tools at scale. Faculty and administrators are grappling with what that means for learning, assessment, and the value of a degree. The challenge ahead will carry consequences for entire institutions.

Leading in the AI Era explores how colleges can respond responsibly to this fast-moving technology. Based on a national survey of higher-ed professionals and in-depth reporting, this report examines how institutions are balancing innovation with their core values.

Order this report to learn:

• How colleges are addressing ethical concerns around AI use.

• Where institutions are drawing lines — and why.

• How leaders are working to maintain academic integrity and public confidence.

• What thoughtful AI adoption can signal about higher education’s role in society.