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AI Enablement Community of Practice

Education, knowledge discovery, creativity, and innovation.

The AI Enablement Community of Practice (AIECOP) is designed to be a collaborative and transformative effort involving key stakeholders from across our university.

We are committed to:

  • Elevating educational experiences to prepare our community for AI’s future challenges.
  • Developing a framework for assessing AI tools and services.
  • Fostering innovation and entrepreneurship through partnerships.
  • Promoting inclusive practices to prevent bias.

Key Initiatives & Plans

The AIECOP aims to advance AI innovation and application across our university and the broader community. Key initiatives and plans include:

  • Enterprise AI Platforms: We will implement cutting-edge Enterprise AI platforms, including OpenAI via Microsoft, to enhance the deployment and integration of AI technologies, optimizing operational efficiency and supporting the university’s Next Lives Here strategic goals.
  • Research Collaboration: Supporting research collaborations to solve complex problems and providing AI resources for our research community.
  • Inclusive Education and Training: Offering educational programs to enhance AI literacy and foster innovation across disciplines.

Governance & Structure

The AI Enablement Community of Practice is comprised of an AI Enablement Team and four standing subcommittees.

  • The AI Enablement Team implements and manages initiatives and manages the Hub’s activities. 
  • Representatives from the academic, research, and administrative functions of the university serve as members of subcommittees focused on the following areas:

Recommends policy and guidelines for the use of AI within teaching, learning, and research. The group will also identify use cases to leverage AI within this domain. 

Teaching, Learning & Research Committee

  • Rose Marie Ward, Chair
  • Ketaki Mhaisekar, Co-chair
  • Ali Minai, Member
  • Anthony Lamping, Member
  • Beth Faller, Member
  • Brandi Elliott, Member
  • Bryan Smith, Member
  • Christian Garcia, Member
  • Dawn Clineman, Member
  • Ganesh Malla, Member
  • Henry Levesque, Member
  • Jane Combs, Member
  • Jeffrey Shaffer, Member
  • Josette Riep, Member
  • Julie Breen, Member
  • Kim Gilkey, Member
  • Laura Dell, Member
  • Laurah Turner, Member
  • Madison Wesley, Member
  • Matt Dutra, Member
  • Matthew Rota, Member
  • Neelakshi Chatterjee, Member
  • Nicole Mayo, Member
  • Rodrigo Deliberato, Member
  • Ruth Benander, Member
  • Tamika Odum, Member
  • Teresa Reyes, Member
  • Weibing Zheng, Member

Addresses ethical issues related to AI, promotes inclusive practices in AI development and deployment, and engages with the community to ensure the societal impact of AI aligns with the university's values.

This group also fosters discussions on AI policy, responsible AI, and community engagement.

Inclusion, Ethics & Community Impact Committee

  • Bleuzette Marshall, Chair
  • Josette Riep, Co-chair
  • Andrew Cullison, Member
  • Byron Walton, Member
  • Christine Gilliam, Member
  • Heidi Pettyjohn, Member
  • Jane Strasser, Member
  • Jennifer Radt, Member
  • Joseph Baumgartner, Member
  • Noelle Bareswilt, Member
  • Steven Kniffley, Member

Optimize and streamline the deployment and integration of enterprise AI technologies across the university. The Enterprise AI Enablement team is dedicated to enhancing operational efficiency, automating processes, and improving decision-making to support the university's strategic goals through the effective use of AI tools and solutions.

This group ensures AI tools are used responsibly and effectively to drive success for students, faculty, and staff. Additionally, they are committed to increasing AI awareness and literacy across the university community, with a specific focus on embedding responsible AI practices in all aspects of their work.

Enablement & Operations Committee

  • Josette Riep, Chair
  • Liz Kiscaden, Co-chair
  • Kelly Cohen, Co-chair, Responsible AI
  • Andrew Becker, Member
  • Ben Hofstetter, Member
  • Bjorg Prodan, Member
  • Carrie White, Member
  • Christine Street, Member
  • Dale Hofstetter, Member
  • Emily Lopez, Member
  • Glen Horton, Member
  • Joey Marks, Member
  • Katrina Biscay, Member
  • Ketaki Mhaisekar, Member
  • Kurt Roberts, Member
  • Malik Spencer, Member
  • Mark Chalmers, Member
  • May Chang, Member
  • Megan Pfaltzgraff, Member
  • Michael Zidar, Member
  • Shawn Brown, Member
  • Sid Thatham, Member

Consult with UC’s Office of General Counsel to ensure that all AI initiatives within the university adhere to evolving legal and regulatory standards and are consistent with university rules and policies.

AI Policy & Guidelines Committee

  • Anna Seidensticker, Member
  • Brenda Refaei, Member
  • Christine Ackerman, Member
  • Christine Gilliam, Member
  • Jane Strasser, Co-chair
  • Josette Riep, Member
  • Katrina Biscay, Member
  • Lorren Ratley, Chair
  • Margaret Weiner, Member
  • Matt Serra, Member
  • Megan Wuebker, Member
  • Tamika Odum, Member

Collaborate with Us

Interested in learning more? Submit an AI General Interest Form.