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AI fluency is quickly becoming an essential skill for students entering the workforce, but as generative AI becomes embedded in learning, teaching and work, higher education faces a new challenge: how do we embrace its potential without sacrificing the individuality and authenticity that make students, educators and institutions distinctive?

In this conversation, leaders from DeVry University and Hyland explore what responsible AI adoption looks like across the student experience, from rethinking traditional assessments and preparing graduates to stand out in an AI-enabled workforce to using AI thoughtfully to improve institutional efficiency and help keep education accessible.

The discussion will examine how institutions can prepare students for an AI-first future while preserving human judgment, authentic voice and the context that gives higher education its value.

Can't attend the webinar? You should still register—all registrants will receive a recording of the webinar and a copy of the presentation slides.

Tuesday, November 17, 2026 | 2 p.m. E.T.

The AI-Fluent University: Innovation Without Losing Your Voice

PANELISTS

Eric Stortz
Vice President of IT and Associate Chief Information Officer at DeVry University

Eric Stortz is the vice president of IT and associate chief information officer at DeVry University, broadly responsible for technology services and teams across the institution. Eric’s team works to apply existing and emerging technologies against the problems and opportunities in higher education. A 20+ year veteran of the higher education sector, Stortz has held various leadership roles. At DeVry Education Group and Adtalem Global, Eric was a senior director of IT responsible for technology operations at campuses in North America and the Caribbean. At Colorado Technical University (CTU), he was the vice president of operations, overseeing campuses nationwide and for the delivery of online education. Furthermore, he held different positions at Career Education Corporation, including vice president of IT. Eric earned his bachelor’s degree in chemistry from Wittenberg University in Ohio. He began his career working as an electrochemist and holds two patents for his work.

Rebecca Whitworth, Ph.D.
Vice President of Industry Solutions for Education at Hyland

Rebecca Whitworth is vice president of industry solutions for education at Hyland, where she leads the overall business and product direction for the sector. She has worked in education since 2008, beginning in the classroom and moving into academic and administrative roles before transitioning into technology leadership supporting institutions. Her experience spans both academic and student affairs, with prior leadership roles at Pearson and Vector Solutions. With a background in economics, Rebecca approaches institutions as systems, focusing on how incentives, processes and decision-making shape outcomes. Her work centers on helping institutions improve operational efficiency, strengthen decision-making and better connect the workflows that support students, faculty, staff and the broader campus community.