Rosalyn Metz (Moderator)
Chief Technology Officer
Emory University
Todd Grappone
Associate University Librarian, Collections, Research Data Services & Scholarly Communication
University of California, Los Angeles
Annie Johnson
Associate University Librarian for Publishing, Preservation, Research, & Digital Access
University of Delaware
Debra Hanken Kurtz
Associate Dean of Technology & Digital Scholarship
Florida State University
Evviva Weinraub Lajoie
Vice Provost University Libraries
University at Buffalo
Tim Shearer
Associate University Librarian for Digital Strategies & Information Technology
University North Carolina Chapel Hill
The panel will explore the multifaceted challenges and opportunities of integrating artificial intelligence (AI) technologies into library services. Panelists will discuss strategic approaches for implementing AI, focusing on the role of campus-wide collaborations, AI and data literacy, and aligning initiatives with institutional values. The conversation will address critical ethical challenges, including data ownership, vendor relationships, and the equitable use of AI tools. Practical applications such as AI-based metadata extraction and chatbots will be highlighted alongside the strategies used to engage staff and mitigate concerns around AI adoption. The discussion will also consider sustainability, governance, and the development of institutional policies that ensure responsible AI use in libraries.
