3.13. Dr. Nathan Long - University of Western States

Dr. JP Novin welcomes Dr. Nathan Long, President of the University of Western States, to discuss the impact of AI on education and the future workforce. Dr. Nathan Long explains how AI is transforming the workforce by creating new opportunities while displacing jobs focused on routine tasks. He emphasizes the need for higher education to integrate AI into curricula to equip students with critical thinking skills. Dr. Long also highlights the importance of balancing AI innovation with healthcare compliance, acknowledges the evolving nature of boardroom discussions around AI, and underscores the need for K–12 and bachelor’s programs to shift toward problem-based learning.