ElevateED Summit: The New York AI in Higher Education Summit
On June 16, 2026, CICU and Google convened higher education leaders, technology innovators, and industry partners for ElevateED: The New York AI in Higher Education Summit. The event brought together college and university presidents, provosts, student success leaders, CIOs, faculty, and AI experts to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming teaching, learning, student support, institutional operations, and workforce preparation.
Throughout the day, participants engaged in discussions on responsible AI adoption, AI-powered student services, workforce-aligned academic programs, emerging technologies, and the partnerships needed to prepare students for an AI-driven future. Attendees heard from national thought leaders, institutional innovators, and industry partners who shared practical strategies, real-world case studies, and actionable insights for advancing AI initiatives on their campuses.
The summit reinforced New York’s leadership in higher education innovation and highlighted the critical role colleges and universities play in ensuring that AI is implemented thoughtfully, ethically, and in ways that expand opportunity for students. As AI continues to reshape higher education, ElevateED provided a forum for collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and the development of partnerships that will help institutions navigate this rapidly evolving landscape.
For more about the event and to view all photos, visit elevateedsummit.com
