Artificial Intelligence Council

Co-chairs

  • Andrew Wheeler, Associate CIO for Customer Experience and Artificial Intelligence, Information Services
  • Alicia M. Salaz, Vice Provost and University Librarian, UO Libraries

Membership

  • Ramón Alvarado, Assistant Professor of Philosophy, Department of Philosophy
  • Beth Plale, Executive Director, School of Computer and Data Sciences
  • Nathan Jamison, Senior Associate Director Admissions, Student Services and Enrollment Management
  • Phil Colbert, Senior Instructor 1 and Director of CIT Minor, Department of Computer Science
  • José Domínguez, Chief Information Security Officer, Information Services
  • ​Ofuma Eze-Echesi, Research Data Analytics Manager, Office of the Vice President for Research and Innovation
  • Erik Ford, Senior Instructor 1 of Operations and Business Analytics, Lundquist College of Business
  • ​Becky Girvan, Interim Director of Experiential Learning and Engagement, Division of Student Life
  • Carson Campbell and Jessica Price, Associate General Counsels, Office of the General Counsel
  • ​Rebekah Hanley, Clinical Professor, School of Law
  • Paulo Cobbe, Senior Director of Digital Strategy, University Advancement
  • Brian Hawkins, Assistant Vice President for Digital Strategy, University Communications
  • André Le Duc, Vice President and Chief Resilience Officer, Safety and Risk Services
  • Christy Long, Associate Chief Information Officer for Technology Infrastructure and Chief of Staff, Information Services
  • Abhijit Pandit, Vice President and Chief Information Officer, Information Services
  • Lee Rumbarger, Associate Vice Provost for Teaching Engagement and Director of the Teaching Engagement Program, Office of the Provost
  • Hal Sadofsky, Executive Vice Provost for Academic Administration, Office of the Provost
  • Mark Schmelz, Chief Human Resources Officer and Vice President, Human Resources
  • Grant Schoonover, Vice Provost, Division of Undergraduate Education and Student Success
  • Greg Shabram, Chief Procurement Officer, Purchasing and Contracting Services

Purpose

The University of Oregon AI Council advises the provost on the integration of artificial intelligence across our institution. The council will be a platform for faculty, staff, researchers, and students to develop frameworks to ensure the effective and ethical use of AI in teaching, learning, research, and administration. Responsibilities: 

  1. Development of Policy and Guidelines: Recommend policies, principles, and guidelines for ethical use of AI in teaching, research, and administration.  This includes data governance, privacy protection, and opportunities for efficiencies.
  2. Strategic Planning: Develop, recommend and review strategic plans for AI integration, outlining goals, priorities, and resource allocation.
  3. Evaluation: Monitor ongoing AI initiatives, assess their impact, and make recommendations for improvements or adjustments as needed.
  4. Risk Management: Develop a framework for identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks associated with AI research and applications. 

Core Values

  • Excellence: Upholding the highest standards in AI research, development, and implementation within our institution.
  • Innovation: Fostering a culture of creativity and exploration in the application of AI to our academic mission.
  • Equity: Ensuring AI is used to promote inclusivity and create equitable learning opportunities for all students.
  • Transparency: Encouraging open dialogue and clear communication about AI use and its potential impact.
  • Security: Protecting student, faculty and staff privacy and data security in all AI applications.
  • Academic Integrity: Upholding the highest standards of honesty and ethical behavior in AI implementation, utilization, investments and applications.
  • Learning Organization: Recognizing that AI is an evolving field and committing to ongoing education and skill development. UO will need to take some level of risk, learn from experience, and revise approaches over time.
  • Ethical Leadership: Setting an example for responsible AI use that aligns with the university’s values and societal norms. 

Meeting Frequency

Monthly