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Navigating the AI-driven Future of Higher Education
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
8am PT | 10am CT | 11am ET | 4pm GMT | 5pm CET
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As AI continues to reshape both education and the workforce, higher education leaders need to ensure that their institutions are prepared to reimagine teaching and learning and help students build critical new skills. In our exclusive virtual event designed for presidents, provosts, and other senior leadership, we’ll share actionable insights and success strategies for driving innovation on campus, transforming the educational experience, and sharpening your competitive edge with generative AI.
FOR LEADERSHIP
Generation AI Series
As AI continues to reshape education and the workforce, it’s essential that both students and faculty are equipped to thrive in an AI-driven future. Join us for an engaging, hands-on event series designed to empower academic communities with the tools, insights, and strategies needed to navigate this transformative landscape. Each event will feature peer-led insights, thought leadership on student outcomes, and interactive workshops.
We are pleased to welcome Deloitte’s Future of Work team, who will present on the evolving workplace landscape—highlighting how AI is reshaping industries and what students and faculty need to know to stay ahead in an AI-powered economy. This event series, visiting New York, Dallas, Tampa, Seattle, and Chicago, aims to foster collaboration and prepare students, faculty, and academic institutions for the future. You’ll leave with actionable insights and a clearer vision of how to succeed in an AI-first world.
Register below to attend an event near you.
Upcoming events
Seattle
Registrations for Seattle have closed.
Thursday, March 13, 2025
10 am - 4:30 pm PT
801 N 34th St, Seattle, WA 98103
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Join Adobe at our office in Seattle on March 13, 2025. University leaders from Washington, the Pacific Northwest and beyond will gather to network and discuss the challenges and opportunities of the AI-driven era. Lunch will be provided during the conference, with an optional celebratory dinner afterward.
Clif Stratton
Assistant Vice Provost for Academic Engagement (Washington State University)
Eileen G. Sullivan
Specialist Leader, State, Local and Higher Education Sector Higher Education Practice (Deloitte Consulting)
Shauna Chung
Adobe Pedagogical Evangelist and former English faculty at the New York City College of Technology (CUNY)
Roger Lee
Group Manager, Global Higher Education Marketing (Adobe)
Brian Johnsrud
Global Head of Education Thought Leadership and Student Success (Adobe)
Joshua Meredith
Client Relationship Executive (Deloitte Consulting)
Chicago
Registrations for Chicago have closed.
For further inquiries, contact Kevin Caldwell:
cra11242@adobe.com
Tuesday, March 18, 2025
10 am - 5:30 pm ET
Event dinner at 5:30 PM CT
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Join Adobe in Chicago on March 18, 2025. University leaders from the Midwest and beyond will gather to network and discuss the challenges and opportunities of the AI-driven era. Lunch will be provided during the conference, with an optional celebratory dinner afterward. Check back soon for final speaker lineup. Join us at DePaul University Loop Campus 1 E Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60604
Sheneese Thompson
Associate Professor of Afro-American Studies (Howard University)
Dr. Justin Hodgson
Associate Professor of Digital Rhetoric & Director, Digital Gardener Initiative at Indiana University
Clark Edwards
Workforce Transformation Manager, Deloitte’s Human Capital Practice (Deloitte Consulting)
Shauna Chung
Adobe Pedagogical Evangelist and former English faculty at the New York City College of Technology (CUNY)
Roger Lee
Group Manager, Global Higher Education Marketing (Adobe)
Brian Johnsrud
Global Head of Education Thought Leadership and Student Success (Adobe)
Joshua Meredith
Client Relationship Executive (Deloitte Consulting)
Dallas
Thursday, February 27, 2025
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We gathered at The Mason Dallas with university leaders from Texas and beyond to explore the challenges and opportunities of the AI-driven era. Dr. Asim Ali (Auburn University) shared insights into Auburn’s journey in fostering a creative campus culture and expanding access to digital tools. Roger Lee (Adobe) presented findings from Creativity with AI in Education, 2025, exploring how AI is shaping the future of education. Joshua Meredith and Christen Thomas (Deloitte) discussed workforce trends and strategies for preparing students for career success. Todd Taylor (Adobe) led a session on leveraging AI-driven tools like Adobe Express and Acrobat AI Assistant for problem-solving and innovation in education.
Asim Ali
Executive Director of the Biggio Center (Auburn University)
Christen Thomas
Senior Manager, Deloitte’s Future of Work Institute (Deloitte Consulting)
Todd Taylor
Adobe Pedagogical Evangelist and Professor of English (University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill)
Roger Lee
Group Manager, Global Higher Education Marketing (Adobe)
Joshua Meredith
Client Relationship Executive (Deloitte Consulting)
Tampa
Wednesday, March 5, 2025
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We gathered in Tampa as university leaders from Florida and beyond explored the challenges and opportunities of the AI-driven era. Jennifer Sparrow, (NYU) shared the importance of digital literacy and her journey in making NYU part of Adobe’s Creative Campus Community. Chelsy Hooper (Auburn University) provideInitrights into Auburn’s approach to fostering a creative campus culture with Adobe. Roger Lee (Adobe) presented findings from Creativity with AI in Education, 2025, exploring how AI is transforming education. Joshua Meredith and Christen Thomas (Deloitte) discussed workforce trends and strategies for preparing students for career success. Todd Taylor (Adobe) led a session on leveraging AI-driven tools like Adobe Express and Acrobat AI Assistant for problem-solving and innovation in education.
Dr. Megan Workmon
Director of Learning Experience Design for Enterprise Technology (Arizona State University)
Dr. Magdalena Barrera
Vice Provost for Faculty Success (San José State University)
Dr. Bob Caron
Specialist Leader in Higher Education (Deloitte)
Todd Taylor
Adobe Pedagogical Evangelist and Professor of English (University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill)
Roger Lee
Group Manager, Global Higher Education Marketing (Adobe)
Joshua Meredith
Client Relationship Executive (Deloitte Consulting)
New York
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
We partnered with New York University as university leaders gathered at Washington Square Park to explore the AI-driven era. Jennifer Sparrow, NYU’s Associate VP for Research & Instructional Technology and Chief Academic Technology Officer, shared her experiences working with Adobe and her vision for expanding access to digital tools. Brian Johnsrud (Adobe) presented findings from Creativity with AI in Education, 2025, highlighting how AI is unlocking new levels of student success. Check it out here. Deloitte’s Future of Work team explored workforce trends and skills predictions, fostering an engaging group discussion on career readiness. Shauna Chung and Todd Taylor (Adobe) led an interactive workshop on Adobe Express and Acrobat AI Assistant, offering hands-on insights from faculty and student perspectives.
Dr. Megan Workmon
Director of Learning Experience Design for Enterprise Technology (Arizona State University)
Emily Omrod
Higher Ed Human Capital Manager (Deloitte Consulting)
Shauna Chung
Adobe Pedagogical Evangelist and former English faculty at the New York City College of Technology (CUNY)
Todd Taylor
Adobe Pedagogical Evangelist and Professor of English (University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill)
Roger Lee
Group Manager, Global Higher Education Marketing (Adobe)
Dr. Brian Johnsrud
Global Head of Education Thought Leadership and Student Success (Adobe)
Joshua Meredith
Client Relationship Executive (Deloitte Consulting)
Virtual events
Generation AI on Campus:
From Classroom Learning to Career Success
Navigating the AI-driven Future of Higher Education
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
8am PT | 10am CT | 11am ET | 4pm GMT | 5pm CET
As AI continues to reshape both education and the workforce, higher education leaders need to ensure that their institutions are prepared to reimagine teaching and learning and help students build critical new skills. In our exclusive virtual event designed for presidents, provosts, and other senior leadership, we’ll share actionable insights and success strategies for driving innovation on campus, transforming the educational experience, and sharpening your competitive edge with generative AI. Join us for peer-led discussions, thought leadership, and industry research focused on enhancing student engagement, academic outcomes, and workforce readiness. Event highlights: Peer insights: Hear from academic leaders using AI and Adobe tools to enhance teaching and learning. Industry research: Gain insights from leading experts on the future of AI in education. Student outcomes: Learn how AI is revolutionizing personalized learning and career readiness. Demo: Watch a demonstration showcasing the journey to generative AI creativity, collaboration, and automation. You’ll leave with a clearer vision for how to prepare your faculty, staff, and students for success in an AI-driven world.
Natasha Chan
Principal Education Solutions Consultant (Adobe)
Dr. Justin Hodgson
Associate Professor of Digital Rhetoric & Director, Digital Gardener Initiative at Indiana University
Roger Lee
Group Manager, Global Higher Education Marketing (Adobe)
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