{"id":4222,"date":"2026-02-20T18:49:48","date_gmt":"2026-02-20T18:49:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.highpoint.edu\/academicservices\/?p=4222"},"modified":"2026-03-02T14:22:24","modified_gmt":"2026-03-02T14:22:24","slug":"a-message-from-the-provost-on-the-future-of-ai-at-high-point-university","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.highpoint.edu\/academicservices\/a-message-from-the-provost-on-the-future-of-ai-at-high-point-university\/","title":{"rendered":"A Message from the Provost on the Future of AI at High Point University"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"mceTemp\"><\/div>\n<h3>Dear High Point University Community,<\/h3>\n<p>As artificial intelligence reshapes higher education, High Point University recognizes both the tremendous opportunities and profound responsibilities this revolution brings. Our mission to develop the whole person, mind, body, and spirit, remains central as we prepare students for the world as it is going to be.<\/p>\n<p>While AI integrates into every discipline, essential human skills become more valuable, not less. The following qualities distinguish tomorrow&#8217;s leaders:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Critical thinking<\/li>\n<li>Emotional intelligence<\/li>\n<li>Effective communication<\/li>\n<li>Adaptability<\/li>\n<li>Cultural competence<\/li>\n<li>Ethical reasoning<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>We provide educational experiences developing both AI literacy and timeless life skills, ensuring graduates leverage technology while maintaining the human engagement defining excellence. We foster a culture of ethical AI use, teaching students to use AI for enhancement rather than replacement, augmenting capabilities while maintaining authenticity, transparency, and respect for intellectual property.<\/p>\n<p>Our goal is cultivating graduates who understand their obligation to use AI responsibly for society&#8217;s betterment. AI literacy is now fundamental to being an educated 21st-century citizen. Students understanding AI&#8217;s capabilities and limitations will better identify opportunities, solve problems innovatively, and contribute meaningfully in organizations integrating these technologies.<\/p>\n<p>At HPU we&#8217;re integrating AI education across our curriculum while ensuring traditional values guide technological adoption. Together, we&#8217;ll ensure High Point University remains at the forefront of preparing graduates who are technologically proficient, ethically grounded, and fully prepared for lives of significance.<\/p>\n<p>Sincerely,<\/p>\n<p>Provost<br \/>\nHigh Point University<br \/>\nDaniel Erb, PT, PhD<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-4229\" src=\"https:\/\/www.highpoint.edu\/academicservices\/files\/2026\/02\/Dan-Erb-Signature-trimmed.jpg\" alt=\"Dan Erb Signature trimmed\" width=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.highpoint.edu\/academicservices\/files\/2026\/02\/Dan-Erb-Signature-trimmed.jpg 508w, https:\/\/www.highpoint.edu\/academicservices\/files\/2026\/02\/Dan-Erb-Signature-trimmed-300x110.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 508px) 100vw, 508px\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Dear High Point University Community, As artificial intelligence reshapes higher education, High Point University recognizes both the tremendous opportunities and profound responsibilities this revolution brings. 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