The AI Strategy Working Group (AISWG) guides the development of JMU's approach to artificial intelligence by creating governance recommendations, defining guiding principles, identifying opportunities and risks, and helping ensure AI is adopted in ways that support the university's mission, values, and strategic goals.

Name Division Title
Yasmeen Shorish (co-chair) Academic Affairs Associate Dean for Research & Scholarly Communications, Special Advisor to Provost on AI
Michael Swartley (co-chair) Administration and Finance Interim AVP IT, CIO
Chris Orem President's Office (PAIR) Executive Director, PAIR
Dennis Lo Academic Affairs Associate Professor, English
Emily York Academic Affairs Associate Professor, School of Integrated Sciences
Jennifer Davis Academic Affairs Associate Professor, School of Integrated Sciences
Keith Holland Research, Economic Development, and Innovation Associate VP, Research/Economic Development
Kelly Ball Access and Enrollment AVP, Access & Enrollment Management/Director of Admissions
Kevin Warner Athletics Associate AD Branding & Strategic Initiatives
Luther Vucic Philanthropy and Engagement Associate Director, Prospect Development
Trey Secrist University Marketing and Communications Assistant Director Multimedia Strategy
Will Brown Student Affairs Senior IT Consultant

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