As generative artificial intelligence continues to reshape higher education and workforce preparation, George Mason University’s (GMU) College of Public Health will host the AI Summit: AI in Public Health on June 2 from 9:00 AM–4:00 PM ET at the Fuse Building at Mason Square in Arlington, VA. The summit, moderated by Inaugural Dean of GMU’s College of Public Health, Melissa J. Perry, will bring together leaders from academia, public health practice, and technology to explore the evolving role of AI in public health education and practice. ASPPH leaders Eduardo Ruiz, Chief Information Officer, and Jamie Atchison, Senior Director of Innovation and Strategy, will participate as featured speakers.

Designed for faculty, administrators, instructional designers, and public health practitioners, the summit will provide opportunities for collaboration, hands-on learning, and discussion around the opportunities and challenges presented by generative AI. Sessions will examine topics including AI-assisted teaching and assessment, ethical considerations in AI implementation, workforce preparation, and reflections on the ASPPH AI Task Force Report.

Additional speakers include Bethany Cieslowski, DNP, Associate Professor, School of Nursing, College of Public Health, GMU, and Laina Lockett, PhD, Educational Developer, STEM Education Specialist, Stearns Center for Teaching and Learning, George Mason University. Programming will feature keynote remarks, moderated panels, lightning talk demonstrations, and interactive workshops focused on practical applications of AI in academic public health settings.

The summit aims to support institutions as they prepare students and the public health workforce to engage responsibly and effectively with AI-enabled tools. Registration is now open, and attendees are encouraged to review the full schedule on the AI in Public Health website.