Several ACI member institutions have enrolled in AI Ready: All Campus Essentials, a year-long professional development series from the Council of Independent Colleges (CIC) designed to help campuses thoughtfully integrate artificial intelligence across higher education.
Participating institutions receive monthly expert-led webinars, guided campus discussions, peer collaboration opportunities, and 500 Google-hosted Coursera AI learning licenses for faculty, staff, and students. The program explores practical applications of AI in areas such as enrollment management, teaching and learning, academic integrity, student advising, and more.
This year, ACI member institutions that enroll in any “AI Ready” program were eligible to receive one of a limited number of $1,000 scholarships to help offset the $2,500 institutional registration fee. Five scholarships will be awarded to member schools Elmhurst University, Judson University, McKendree University, Monmouth College, and Millikin University.
Whether your campus is participating in AI Ready or simply looking to stay informed, watch for upcoming announcements and join us as we continue exploring how AI can strengthen teaching, learning, and campus operations across Illinois.
To learn more about the available AI Ready programs and enrollment, visit https://cic.edu/networks/ai-ready/#programs.