Dr. JP Novin speaks with Dr. Donna Hodge, the 12th and first woman president of Fitchburg State University, about the evolving role of regional public universities in an AI-driven world.

Dr. Hodge reframes AI as a fundamental literacy shift and shares how Fitchburg State is embedding AI across disciplines, rethinking pedagogy, and preparing students for a rapidly changing workforce. The conversation also highlights the enduring value of the humanities, the importance of experiential learning, and how institutions can remain agile while expanding access and opportunity.