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If higher education’s relevance is being rewritten, what does that actually look like in practice? During a recent Upstate Talent Forum discussion, education and workforce leaders focused less on defending higher education and more on how institutions are adapting to meet changing workforce needs. Their examples revealed a common theme: the strongest education partners are…
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The Anatomy of Shadow AI: Generative AI promises to enhance individual and organizational productivity, but with this promise comes unprecedented challenges for CEOs and CSOs. One of these challenges is Shadow AI, a subset of Shadow IT, which refers to the unsanctioned and unapproved use of AI tools by employees. Shadow AI is an umbrella…
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Higher education is not disappearing. It is adapting under pressure from technology, demographics, economics, and changing workforce expectations. It also creates value beyond workforce preparation by developing critical thinkers, informed citizens, stronger communities, and future leaders capable of solving complex challenges. For employers, educators, and regional leaders, the question is no longer whether higher education…
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