AUS issues a regional call to integrate AI responsibly across higher education

American University of Sharjah (AUS) hosted the second and final day of the Sharjah Inter-national Conference on Education: Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Beyond (SICE 2025).

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This year's edition was jointly organised by AUS in collaboration with the University of Sharjah (UoS) and held under the patronage of His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah.

Day one of the conference took place at UoS, while Day Two was held at AUS in the presence of Her Excellency Sheikha Bodour Bint Sultan Al Qasimi, President of AUS, bringing together academics, researchers and industry leaders to explore the expanding role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in higher education and workforce development.

The day began with a welcome address by Her Excellency Sheikha Bodour, followed by welcome remarks from Professor Esameldin Agamy, Chancellor, University of Sharjah, underscoring the importance of academic partnerships in advancing innovation across the UAE's education sector.

Addressing the conference, Sheikha Bodour said: "We have a shared responsibility as educators and innovators to adapt to artificial intelligence and to thoughtfully shape its integration in ways that uplift our students - and society. By putting empathy, creativity, and critical thinking at the heart of education, we can ensure AI becomes a partner in enhancing human potential, not a replacement for it. This conference exemplifies our commitment to exploring AI's transformative potential responsibly, collaboratively, and purposefully."