CO.AI Moonshot

A human-centered approach to AI leadership at the University of North Dakota.

Artificial intelligence is reshaping every sector of society. At the University of North Dakota, we are committed to ensuring these technologies enhance—not replace—what makes us human: creativity, empathy, judgment, and ethical decision‑making.

Purpose

The Co.AI Collective provides university-wide leadership, coordination, and oversight for responsible and human-centered AI adoption at the University of North Dakota. Co.AI supports alignment across academic, research, operational, and administrative units to ensure AI initiatives advance UND’s mission while upholding privacy, ethics, compliance, and institutional values.

Co.AI functions as UND’s central governance structure for artificial intelligence strategy, engagement, policy guidance, and implementation.

Co.AI ensures that:

AI is used in ways that support teaching, learning, research, and service.
UND is prepared for rapid changes in AI capabilities and application.
Governance structures promote transparency, accountability, equity, and responsible use.
AI work across colleges and units is coordinated and not siloed.
UND maintains a proactive, mission‑aligned approach to AI innovation.

"Co.AI is an important collection of thought leaders on our UND campus who are examining the impact of artificial intelligence on the way we educate, the way we discover, and the way we operate. It is a forum to explore, to imagine, and to critique the uses of AI on campus and in society."

-President Andy Armacost

UND will play a central role in the future of the human world in the presence of AI and other emerging technologies. President Andy Armacost

Teaching & Learning

Elevates student voice in AI decision‑making, supports AI literacy, and ensures equitable, inclusive student experiences.

Research Development & Creativity

Advances AI‑enabled research infrastructure, interdisciplinary collaboration, and responsible methodologies.

Operational Empowerment

Identifies AI opportunities to improve institutional workflows, service delivery, and operational effectiveness.

Policy, Ethics, & Guidance

Develops principles, recommendations, and practical guidance related to academic integrity, data governance, privacy, accessibility, and compliance.

Resources, Events & Support

Tell Us What You're Working On

Help us build an inventory of current and emerging AI efforts at UND by clicking the link below and submitting what you're working on - whether it's an idea you're envisioning or a project you've already begun.

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Contact

For questions about Co.AI initiatives, governance, or involvement opportunities, please contact the Office of the CIO or the Co.AI Co‑Chairs.

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