Welcome to our first Pulse Check of 2026. In this Part 1, Carrie Phillips sits down with Brian Berry, Vice Provost of Research and Dean of the Graduate School at UA Little Rock. Brian also chairs the university’s AI Council, where he's helping build responsible frameworks for AI governance, policy, and adoption. This isn’t a theoretical conversation—it’s a transparent and practical look at how institutions can integrate AI without losing their soul. From the risks to the opportunities, this episode is a must-listen for anyone shaping the future of AI in higher education.
Welcome to our first Pulse Check of 2026. In this Part 1, Carrie Phillips sits down with Brian Berry, Vice Provost of Research and Dean of the Graduate School at UA Little Rock. Brian also chairs the university’s AI Council, where he's helping build responsible frameworks for AI governance, policy, and adoption. This isn’t a theoretical conversation—it’s a transparent and practical look at how institutions can integrate AI without losing their soul. From the risks to the opportunities, this episode is a must-listen for anyone shaping the future of AI in higher education.
Guest Name: Brian Berry, Vice Provost of Research & Deam of Graduate School, UA Little Rock
Guest Social: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-berry-6867039/
Guest Bio: Dr. Brian Berry serves as the Vice Provost of Research and Dean of the graduate school at UA Little Rock. Dr. Brian Berry previously served as the department chair for the UA Little Rock chemistry department. He has also served as assistant professor of chemistry since 2008. Dr. Berry earned his Ph.D. in applied science and chemistry, as well as a bachelor’s degree in chemistry from UA Little Rock. He also completed a postdoctoral at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute as well as a National Research Council postdoctoral fellowship at the National Institute of Standards and Technology prior to returning to UA Little Rock as an assistant professor.