UTech Jamaica AI symposium 2026 to examine Caribbean higher education readiness for the artificial intelligence era

KINGSTON, Jamaica — As Artificial Intelligence (AI) rapidly reshapes education, industry, and the global workforce, the University of Technology, Jamaica, through its College of Business and Management (COBAM), has announced it will convene educators, researchers, industry leaders, and policymakers for AI Symposium 2026, under the theme: “AI Readiness in Higher Education: Research Insights and Perspectives.”

Set for Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at 4:00 pm in Lecture Theatre 50 (LT50) at the Shared Facilities Building on UTech’s Papine Campus, the event will feature the presentation of new research findings by principal investigator Professor of Information Systems, College of Business and Management, Professor Paul Golding.

Also featured will be co-investigator and Lecturer in the School of Business Administration, College of Business and Management, Dr Tiou Clarke.

Their research examines AI adoption patterns among students, academics, and employees, offering timely insights into the region’s preparedness for AI-driven change and the implications for higher education policy and practice.

“This symposium is about preparing the next generation of students, graduates and national leaders for an already unfolding future,” Golding stated.

“Artificial Intelligence is transforming how we learn, work, innovate, and solve problems. As educators, our responsibility rests with ensuring that our students are equipped with the technical knowledge, adaptability and ethical awareness needed to build resilient societies,” he added.

Another highlight of the event, UTech says, includes a panel discussion convening stakeholders from academia, quality assurance and industry, who will unearth strategic approaches for global competitiveness of Caribbean graduates in an increasingly AI-enhanced world.