EDU Track
10:00–10:45 AMAI in Academic Support: Use of a RAG Model in Academic Coaching
Join UNF Faculty for a compelling research findings presentation that explores how Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) models are being applied to enhance academic coaching and support student success. Discover insights into the model’s implementation, benefits, and impact on personalized learning strategies in higher education.
Presenter: Dr. Andrew Thoeni, Associate Instructor, Marketing & Logistics, Coggin College of Business, University of North Florida
10:45–11:00 AMBreak
11:00–11:45AMUNF College of Computing Panel: Teaching to the Market
Led by the CCEC Dean, UNF Faculty, and University Leadership, this panel explores how computing education is evolving to meet market demands. Learn how curriculum design, industry collaboration, and skill-focused teaching are preparing students for success in a rapidly changing tech landscape.
Presenters:
- Nan Niu, Professor and Director, UNF School of Computing, College of Computing, Construction, and Engineering
- Dr. Karthikeyan Umapathy, Professor, UNF School of Computing, College of Computing, Construction, and Engineering
- Matt Berseth, Co-Founder and CIO, NLP Logix
- Katie Bakewell, VP of AI Strategy, NLP Logix
11:45–12:45PMLunch Break
1:00–1:45PMThrive in an AI-driven world: AI Strategy at UNF
Artificial Intelligence is reshaping higher education, and UNF is leading the way. This session explores how UNF’s comprehensive AI strategy is transforming learning, research, operations, and community engagement. Learn how the university is integrating AI into the curriculum, empowering faculty and students, advancing interdisciplinary research, and preparing the workforce of tomorrow.
Discover how UNF is building an active AI community—designed to help students, faculty, staff and the region thrive in an AI-driven world.
Presenter: Dr. Josh Gellers, Professor, International Relations and Affairs, Political Science & Public Administration, College of Arts & Sciences, University of North Florida. Recently named Faculty Fellow for Artificial Intelligence.
3:15–4:00PMTrue North: Experiential Learning at UNF
Presented by Dr. Richman, this session delves into the role of experiential learning in shaping student success at UNF. Attendees will gain insight into hands-on learning initiatives that connect classroom knowledge with real-world application, fostering deeper engagement and career readiness.
Presenter: Dr. Erin Richman, Associate Vice President, Office of Student Success, Academic & Student Affairs, University of North Florida