Mysuru: JSS Science and Technology University (JSS STU), Mysuru, in collaboration with the Forum of Former Vice Chancellors of Karnataka (FVCK), Bengaluru, organized a one-day national seminar titled 'Reimagining Higher Education in India Through Artificial Intelligence' on Saturday at the Conference Hall of JSS CMS, JSS TI campus. The event aimed to explore the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in academia.
Key Participants and Discussions
The seminar brought together more than 40 former vice-chancellors from universities across Karnataka, along with eminent academicians, education leaders, industry experts, researchers, and policymakers. It served as a platform to deliberate on the opportunities and challenges presented by AI and its growing influence on higher education institutions.
Inaugural Address
B Suresh, pro-chancellor of JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research (JSS AHER) and director of the technical education division at JSS Mahavidyapeetha, inaugurated the seminar. He highlighted the immense potential of AI to revolutionize teaching-learning methodologies, enhance student engagement, facilitate personalized learning experiences, and support data-driven academic decision-making. He stressed that academic leaders and vice-chancellors must take the lead in integrating AI into governance, curriculum development, research, and administration, while redesigning educational infrastructure to align with emerging digital learning ecosystems.
Vice-Chancellor's Remarks
AN Santosh Kumar, vice-chancellor of JSS STU, emphasized the need for institutions to embrace technological advancements to prepare students for the future knowledge economy.
Keynote Address
Jayakumar Singaram, general manager of Signal Processing at Mistral Solutions, delivered the keynote address. He discussed the evolving role of AI in education and underscored the need for universities to adapt to Industry 5.0 through curriculum reforms, faculty development, and innovative research initiatives.
Presidential Address
S Chandrashekar Shetty, president of FVCK, presided over the function and called for stronger collaboration among academia, industry, and policymakers.
Conclusion and Consensus
The seminar concluded with a consensus that AI will play a defining role in shaping the future of higher education. Universities must proactively build AI-ready ecosystems to remain globally competitive.
