A MUST University is present no Intersections 2025, an event promoted by the University of Florida Online, which brought together experts to discuss the latest trends in Artificial Intelligence and Online Education. Representing the institution, Alejandro Restrepo, Institutional Projects Manager; Xaimar Fernandez McClin, Director of Human Resources; Jeanette Espinal, Director of Student Experience; and Jose Guillermo Medina, Financial Director.
The presence of the MUST executive team reinforces the university’s commitment to innovation and academic excellence. Participating in events like this allows the exchange of knowledge with other institutions, in addition to exploring new technologies and strengthening strategies to improve digital education.
How Artificial Intelligence is transforming digital education
The growing integration of Artificial Intelligence in higher education was one of the main topics discussed at the event, highlighting its role in personalizing learning.
For Jeanette Espinal, Director of Student Experience at MUST, the conference was an opportunity to deepen knowledge about the impact of AI in education and strengthen institutional practices. “Participating in the UF Conference was a valuable opportunity to expand skills and develop strategies for our institution. The event highlighted the importance of AI in education, covering everything from course design to teacher development. It has become clear that integrating AI into advising, interactive learning, and decision-making is essential to improving support for students and teachers.”, he stated.
The impact of Artificial Intelligence on higher education was also highlighted by Alejandro Restrepo, Institutional Project Manager at MUST University, who followed discussions on the application of technology in personalizing learning and analyzing academic data. “The Intersections event at the University of Florida in Orlando provided a comprehensive overview of the rapid integration of Artificial Intelligence in distance higher education. Through presentations and workshops, the growing adoption of AI in personalizing learning, analyzing data to improve performance, virtual assistance and automated assessment was evident. While the need for ethical and safe use has been recognized, the benefits for teachers and students are clear, highlighting the transformative potential of AI to create more efficient and personalized learning environments.”, he highlighted.
In addition to the academic impacts, the application of technology in institutional management was also on the agenda. To Jose Guillermo Medina, AI plays a fundamental role in optimizing financial and operational processes at universities. “The Intersections event highlighted how AI can optimize academic and financial processes in distance learning. Personalization of learning and data analysis enable better resource allocation, increasing operational efficiency. Investing in technology is essential for the sustainability and competitiveness of institutions. We understand that online students must receive as qualified service as in-person ones, and that AI plays a fundamental role in this process”, pointed out the Financial Director of MUST University.
For Giulianna C. Meneghello, president of MUST University, participation in Intersections 2025 reaffirms the institution’s commitment to academic excellence. “Online education is constantly evolving, and events like this allow us to expand our knowledge, exchange experiences with other institutions and reinforce our commitment to quality and innovation. Our goal is to offer our students an academic experience that prepares them for the challenges of the future”, he highlighted.
Closely monitoring changes in teaching, instructional design, teacher support and new educational technologies, MUST University continues to invest in practices that guarantee its students the best possible academic experience.
With an eye toward the future, the American university reaffirms its mission to transform online teaching and prepare its students for the challenges of the digital age.
Intersections 2025 was held between February 19 and 21, 2025, in Orlando, Florida, bringing together industry leaders and experts to debate the impact of technological innovations on higher education.
