Welcome to the “InforMaven AI Update,” a podcast designed for higher education administrators who want simple and clear insights about Generative AI. Each 5-minute episode covers essential insights with no jargon, just the knowledge you need to stay ahead. In each episode an industry expert will explain how AI can and does impact the way higher education can be administered, providing real examples you can relate to. Join us each month to empower yourself, navigate the evolution of AI, and future-proof your career. "InforMaven AI Update" makes it easy to stay informed about Generative AI.
Dr. Nick Potkalitsky discusses why AI literacy is essential for all staff members, regardless of technical background. He explores how modern AI tools can be used through natural language rather than code, making them accessible across roles. The presentation highlights the need for critical thinking about AI outputs—understanding where data comes from, what assumptions are being made, and what may be omitted. It emphasizes that even basic training can help staff navigate this shift and build new forms of digital literacy for working with AI-generated content.
6 May 2025
05-01 InforMaven AI Update - Nick Potkalitsky
In this segment from the full interview, Dr. Nick Potkalitsky talks about the “AI 2027” report, which explores a probable future of agentive AI, and he considers ways that technology may impact higher education operations. He discusses how tools capable of completing tasks like enrollment, hiring, and curriculum design may impact colleges and universities. Dr. Potkalitsky emphasizes the need for AI literacy, safe governance, and early preparation as institutions adapt to rapidly advancing technologies.
29 Apr 2025
04-05 InforMaven AI Update - Ruth Slotnick
Dr. Ruth Slotnick reflects on her AI journey since 2022, emphasizing the importance of early experimentation, continuous learning, and staying engaged in the evolving AI landscape. She warns that resistance to AI adoption may put professionals and institutions at a disadvantage, urging higher education to prepare students for AI fluency and workforce readiness rather than waiting on the sidelines.
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