Barrie Robison, a professor of biological sciences and director of the Institute for Interdisciplinary Data Sciences at the University of Idaho, discusses how artificial intelligence (AI) is being used across campus. Topics include translating historical educational texts, improving university operations through AI, and making artistic content more searchable. He also explores common assumptions about AI…

U of I has been actively exploring the opportunities and challenges presented by generative AI since it rose to prominence in 2022. In response to its rapid adoption across research, teaching and administrative functions, the university established the Artificial Intelligence Working Group (AIWG) in 2024 to coordinate efforts, gather campus-wide input and develop strategic recommendations….

Article by Leigh Cooper, University Communications and Marketing.Photos by Chris Giamo and Garrett Britton, University Visual Productions. Artificial intelligence elevates education accessibility For their co-authored book on the history of teaching string instruments, Miranda Wilson and two colleagues read every book they could find about playing violin, viola, cello or double bass. They turned to Google…