Free Virtual Event on Nov. 12-13 Brings Together Researchers, Educators and Industry Leaders to Explore Impacts of Artificial Intelligence on Higher Education
Charles Town, WV – October 29, 2026 – American Military University and American Public University part of American Public University System (AMU/APU) will host the third annual AI and the Future of Education Conference on Nov. 12-13 to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming teaching, student support, research, and the broader educational landscape.
Registration for the virtual event is free and open to the public.
With AI continuing to reshape education and the workplace, the conference will provide a forum for exploring innovative applications, emerging challenges, and best practices for using AI in higher education. Attendees will engage in discussions focused on teaching and learning, student support services, professional innovation, ethics, accessibility, and equity.
The event will feature keynotes from nationally recognized leaders in artificial intelligence and education:
Dr. Monica Burns, a curriculum and educational technology consultant, author, and former New York City public school teacher, who will discuss thoughtful AI integration in education; the author of “EdTech Essentials: 12 Strategies for Every Classroom in the Age of AI” and founder of ClassTechTips.com, where she helps educators leverage technology to create meaningful learning experiences.
Amanda Bickerstaff, co-founder and CEO of AI for Education, will discuss strategies for responsible and equitable AI adoption in schools and higher education institutions. Bickerstaff is an education technology executive who has spent more than two decades helping educators understand and implement emerging technologies to improve outcomes for learners.
Speakers will examine a range of topics, including:
- AI-driven strategies for student retention, analytics, and mental health support
- Building AI roleplaying simulations
- Accessibility as the standard, not the afterthought: Designing AI for disabled students and staff
- How educators use social media platforms to navigate AI developments
- AI applications in healthcare and STEM education
- Legal considerations for AI implementation in higher education administration
- Ethical considerations and best practices for institutional review boards and research activities.
“AI literacy is becoming an essential part of preparing students for the future of work,” said Dr. Elizabeth Joy Johnson, Provost of American Military University and American Public University. “At AMU and APU, we’re exploring thoughtful ways to integrate AI into our programs while helping students develop the knowledge and skills to use these technologies responsibly and effectively.
For more info visit the conference website.
About American Military University and American Public University
American Military University (AMU) and American Public University (APU) part of American Public University System provide high-quality, affordable higher education that helps transform lives and advance careers. AMU & APU’s workforce-relevant education is preparing nearly 90,000 active students for service and leadership worldwide. AMU and APU have a rich history and vibrant community of over 173,000 alumni from more than 80 countries.
American Public University System (The System) is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. With approximately 109,000 students and over 250,0001 alumni worldwide, The System is a wholly owned subsidiary of American Public Education, Inc. (Nasdaq: APEI). For more information, visit www.apus.edu.
1As of June 30, 2026.
