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Today’s higher education leaders are under pressure to recruit more students, keep them engaged and ensure they are set up to succeed — which means ensuring that every campus department delivers exceptional student experiences, from the first click on “Learn More” to the final step across the graduation stage. 

In this webinar, you’ll hear directly from Benjamin Duggar, IT Director at Georgia Southern University, on how his team implemented AI-powered agents that not only transform the student experience but also strengthen the operations that make it possible. You’ll see how their roadmap moved from student-facing wins to institution-wide adoption—creating measurable impact on enrollment, retention and student satisfaction.  

Explore how universities are using AI to:

  • Remove friction from recruitment and onboarding to boost enrollment
  • Provide 24/7 support and personalized outreach to keep students on track
  • Automate routine processes in financial aid, advising and IT—freeing staff to focus on high-impact student support
  • Create a seamless, connected experience across every stage of the student lifecycle 

Walk away with a proven framework, real-world examples and practical steps to put AI to work across your own institution.

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Tuesday, September 9th, 2025 | 2pm EST

How Leading Universities Use AI Agents to Recruit, Retain and Graduate More Students

PANELISTS

Benjamin Duggar
IT Director at Georgia Southern University

Benjamin Duggar serves as executive director of IT solutions management at Georgia Southern University, bringing more than 12 years of progressive leadership within the institution’s technology organization. His professional journey at Georgia Southern has included positions in technical support, procurement, services management and IT leadership—giving him a comprehensive perspective on both operational and strategic technology initiatives. In his current role, he oversees IT solutions that support the university’s mission, driving efficiency, innovation and service excellence.

Ned Barnes
Higher Education Solutions Consultant at DRUID AI

Ned Barnes is a higher education solutions consultant at DRUID AI, where he helps colleges and universities design and implement agentic AI platforms that drive institution-wide impact—from personalized student support to operational automation. Since 2018, he has led client solutions, implementation and solutions architecture at leading organizations including Slate and Orby AI. Passionate about innovation in higher education, Ned is dedicated to helping institutions adopt the right technology to meet today’s challenges and prepare for the future.

Stuart Brougher
Director of Solution Consulting at DRUID AI

Stuart Brougher is the director of solution consulting at DRUID AI, where he partners with institutions to harness the power of AI-driven solutions that improve both student experiences and operational efficiency. With more than a decade of experience spanning solution architecture and consulting roles at global technology leaders, he brings deep expertise in designing and delivering enterprise-grade solutions tailored to complex organizational needs. His background working with higher education and other industries has equipped him with a unique perspective on how technology can streamline services, empower staff and drive meaningful outcomes across the institution.