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About the Episode: In this episode of Generation AI, hosts Ardis Kadiu and Dr. JC Bonilla explore the exciting world of AI assistants and how they're transforming higher education. Inspired by the groundbreaking AI software engineer, Devon, Ardis shares how Element is creating AI team members to revolutionize student engagement and staff productivity. From AI academic advisors to copywriters and data analysts, these assistants are personalizing the student experience and empowering staff to do the work of five. Discover how AI is reshaping the future of work in higher ed and why you need these powerful tools on your team.

Introduction to AI Assistants (00:00:00)

  • Definition and capabilities of AI assistants

  • How they differ from chatbots and AI agents

Devon: The AI Software Engineer (00:03:28)

  • Overview of Devon and its problem-solving abilities

  • Potential applications in higher education

Element's AI Assistant Revolution (00:13:33)

  • The evolution of Element's AI chatbots

  • Building AI team members for different roles and personas

  • Orchestrating AI assistants to work together seamlessly

Empowering Staff with AI Assistants (00:21:23)

  • How AI assistants augment staff productivity

  • Examples of AI team members for marketing, advising, and more

  • Balancing AI assistance with human oversight

The Future of AI in Higher Education (00:32:20)

  • Expectations for advancements in AI reasoning capabilities

  • Potential use cases for AI in admissions and advising

  • How AI assistants will reshape software and the student experience

Conclusion (00:40:06)

  • Key components of AI assistants: reasoning, memory, tools, and personality

  • The importance of team augmentation and empowerment with AI

  • What to expect from Element's AI assistant platform in the near future

Connect With Our Co-Hosts:
Ardis Kadiu

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ardis/
https://twitter.com/ardis

 Dr. JC Bonilla

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcbonilla/
https://twitter.com/jbonillx

About The Enrollify Podcast Network:
Generation AI is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you’ll like other Enrollify shows too!  Some of our favorites include The EduData Podcast and Visionary Voices: The College President’s Playbook. 

Enrollify is made possible by Element451 —  the next-generation AI student engagement platform helping institutions create meaningful and personalized interactions with students. Learn more at element451.com

 Connect with Us at the Engage Summit:
Exciting news — Ardis will be at the 2024 Engage Summit in Raleigh, NC, on June 25 and 26, and we’d love to meet you there! Sessions will focus on cutting-edge AI applications that are reshaping student outreach, enhancing staff productivity, and offering deep insights into ROI. 

Use the discount code Enrollify50 at checkout, and you can register for just $200. 

Learn more and register at engage.element451.com — we can’t wait to see you there!

About the Podcast

Dr. JeanCarlo (JC) Bonilla

Host

Dr. JeanCarlo (JC) Bonilla

Dr. JeanCarlo (JC) Bonilla specializes in next-generation data analytics strategy and insight delivery for enrollment management. JC serves as the Global Chief Analytics Officer at VaynerMedia. Previously, JC was also Chief Analytics Officer at Element451. Prior to Element451, JC was part of the senior management at DataKind where he guided a global portfolio of over 200 advanced analytics projects in the data for good movement. At NYU, he led multiple recruitment, admissions, and academic initiatives with yearly intakes of 1500 students. At New York University he led multiple recruitment, admissions, and academic services initiatives that yielded intakes of more than 1600 new students per year. Also, JC is a Faculty member at New York & Rice University where he teaches Business Analytics. JC Bonilla holds and Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Electrical Engineering and a Ph.D. in Technology Management from New York University.

Ardis Kadiu

Host

Ardis Kadiu

Ardis Kadiu is the CEO and founder of Element451, the intelligent admissions marketing and CRM platform. Element451 grew out of Ardis’s passion for creating solutions that empower admissions and enrollment teams to work more efficiently as they develop stronger, more personalized engagements with prospective students. AI and great design are two of the most important ingredients at the core of any great user experience.

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