Season 5 Episode 5: Beyond Experimentation: The Policy Pivot

Higher education has moved beyond AI experimentation—accountability is now the mandate. In this episode, Lynn “Coach” Austin unpacks how universities are entering the policy pivot: the moment when innovation gives way to governance. Accreditation bodies, faculty leaders, and policymakers are redefining what institutional readiness means in the age of AI.From quality assurance to ethical standards, this episode explores how evidence, transparency, and faculty empowerment now shape the measure of academic integrity. The conversation aligns with this week’s AI & Higher-Education Global Brief — read the full issue here: AI & Higher-Education Global Brief – Week Ending October 29, 2025.

Listen in to learn:
• How accrediting bodies are embedding AI governance into institutional standards
• Why faculty development drives ethical readiness and credibility
• How UNESCO and higher-ed leaders are shaping global AI policy frameworks
• Practical steps institutions can take to prepare for the next accreditation reviewThrough our Inspiration Moments, we share motivational nuggets to empower you to make meaningful choices for a more fulfilling future. This week, we explore how readiness and responsibility define success in the AI era. Stay mindful, stay focused, and remember—every great change starts with a single step.

Respectfully,
Lynn “Coach” Austin

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