2026 AI Institute for Teaching and Learning
The School for the Digital Future invites faculty to apply for the 2026 AI Institute for Teaching and Learning, a three-day workshop from May 13-15 from 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., offered in-person and online. This institute is designed for educators who wish to explore critical, ethical and practical implications of AI in course design, student engagement and assessment strategies tied to a specific course for AY 26-27.
Applications are now closed.
Who should apply?
This institute is open to all faculty (including adjunct faculty) with all backgrounds and familiarity in AI, and who have a clear course in mind for Fall 2026 or Spring 2027. If you attended last year’s institute, you may still apply. The content for this institute will be distinctive and updated (see below).
Key benefits
- Guidance on AI use for teaching and learning
- Practice with tools that are supported by the university and adhere to university guidance
- Hands-on workshops with AI tools for teaching and learning
- Guided discussions on ethical and human-centered AI integration
- Support in designing AI-enhanced course activities and assessments
- Collaboration with interdisciplinary faculty and AI experts
- Working time to integrate and apply institute concepts proactively for a class in AY 26-27
Stipends available
$250 stipends will be offered to selected participants. Lunch will be provided for in-person participants.
How to apply
Faculty must complete the application by April 16, 2026. Stipends are limited and prioritized on a first-come, first-served basis.
Acceptance notifications will be shared by April 17, 2026.
The School for the Digital Future is grateful for our event co-sponsors: the College of Business and Economics, Extended Studies and the Center for Teaching and Learning.
Applications are now closed.