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You Can’t Outsource Understanding—How 2 Universities Are Teaching AI

Universities are grappling with AI's integration into education. At the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Dijo Alexander's course teaches business through an AI lens, emphasizing critical thinking over mere prompt engineering. He asserts AI is a tool that lowers the cost of experimentation, but human understanding remains paramount. Similarly, the University of Kentucky's medical students are developing AI tools like Socratic tutors, highlighting the need for domain expertise to guide AI effectively and safely. Both institutions advocate a problem-centric approach, using AI to solve real-world challenges while stressing that students must retain responsibility and judgment. This balanced strategy avoids bans or unrestricted use, instead teaching AI as a vital skill for future workplaces.

‘AI is the future’: UK launches state’s 1st Bachelor of Science in AI

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Jan. 28, 2026) — From smartphones to self-driving cars, artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping how the world works — and now, Kentucky students can be trained at the forefront of that transformation.

Microsoft Copilot now available for UK students, faculty and staff

UK to feature ‘AI in Action’ at Feb. 26 event

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Feb. 11, 2026) — Artificial intelligence (AI) programs, partnerships and possibilities will take center stage during a campus AI showcase on Thursday, Feb. 26. The event — UK x Microsoft: CATS AI in Action — is free and open to all faculty, staff and students as well as community members. It will feature officials from both Microsoft and the University of Kentucky in a day of exploration and discovery at the Gatton Student Center.

UK, Microsoft to host campuswide ‘Cats AI in Action’ showcase

UK ALT Hub launches new AI literacy course for faculty and staff

LEXINGTON, Ky. (March 4, 2026) — The University of Kentucky Artificial Intelligence Literacy and Training (ALT) Hub, partnering with AI experts across campus, has released a new online training for faculty and staff focused on AI literacy. This course is an initiative launched through the recently formed Commonwealth AI Transdisciplinary Strategy (CATS AI), the university’s comprehensive framework for advancing the responsible use of AI in education, research, health care and operations.

UK CATS AI builds momentum with governance, training and campus initiatives

LEXINGTON, Ky. (March 24, 2026) — The University of Kentucky continues to build momentum around artificial intelligence (AI), expanding how AI is used in teaching, research, health care and augmenting daily work across campus.  

UK leads national effort to expand AI access for undergrads

LEXINGTON, Ky. (March 26, 2026) — As artificial intelligence (AI) reshapes nearly every sector — from health and agriculture to journalism and the arts — demand for graduates who understand its foundations and implications is rapidly growing. Yet, traditional AI coursework often requires advanced programming skills or a computer science background.

Microsoft spotlights UK’s campuswide approach to AI

LEXINGTON, Ky. (April 24, 2026) — As artificial intelligence rapidly reshapes higher education, the University of Kentucky is taking a deliberate, people-centered approach — one that emphasizes access, responsibility and shared learning across campus.

Using AI the right way: Tips for finals season

LEXINGTON, Ky (April. 27, 2026) — As finals season approaches, many students are turning to artificial intelligence tools to help manage their workload, study more efficiently and stay organized. While AI can be a powerful resource, understanding how to use it ethically and effectively is key to ensuring academic integrity and long-term success.