League AI Fellows Program

Empowering Leaders to Shape the Future of AI in Higher Education

Are you ready to lead the charge in transforming your institution with cutting-edge AI solutions? The League AI Fellows Program is a premier six-month interactive professional development experience designed exclusively for professionals at community and technical colleges who are charged with leading AI initiatives at their institutions. This program equips participants with the knowledge, tools, and network to drive impactful AI adoption, foster innovation, and enhance community engagement across institutions. The League is pleased to partner with Strategies by Design on this program.

Three cohorts are currently scheduled, with start dates of June 12, 2025; September 16, 2025; and January 20, 2026.

Why Join the League AI Fellows Program?

In today’s rapidly evolving education landscape, artificial intelligence is reshaping how institutions operate and deliver value to students. As a League AI Fellow, you’ll gain:

  • Expert-led training on emerging AI technologies and their applications in higher education
  • Hands-on practice through coaching and collaborative campus-based initiatives
  • A six-month Pro Perplexity account to support research, exploration, and innovation
  • AI Ethics Certification to demonstrate your commitment to responsible technology use
  • A network of changemakers sharing best practices and cocreating scalable innovation

Program Goals

  • Lead with confidence: Gain the skills and tools to spearhead AI initiatives effectively.
  • Collaborate across institutions: Share insights and strategies with a network of leaders.
  • Drive ethical innovation: Promote responsible and impactful integration of AI technologies.
  • Build lasting connections: Establish a sustainable network of AI leaders committed to advancing higher education.

Key Features of the Program

Resource Library

Access a curated collection of cutting-edge materials:

  • Research papers, case studies, and reports on AI in education
  • Tools for implementing generative AI, large language models, and multimodal technologies
  • Ethical guidelines and policy templates for responsible AI use

Webinar Series

Participate in a six-part expert-led series, with live sessions at 11:00 AM Pacific/2:00 PM Eastern. Dates and topics for Cohort I are listed below.

  • June 12, 2025: Leading in a Digital Age
  • July 17, 2025: Deep Dive into AI
  • August 7, 2025: Generative AI Applications
  • September 18, 2025: Ethical Implications
  • October 9, 2025: New Wave of Innovation
  • November 6, 2025: AI Initiatives

All sessions will be recorded and available on demand.

Monthly Coaching Calls

Engage in highly interactive, expert-led coaching sessions built around real needs and real tools. Each session features one of the following:

  • Live demos of AI tools in action
  • Laser coaching focused on your challenges
  • Hot seat coaching for real-time support and feedback

Coaching calls will be held at 11:00 AM Pacific/2:00 PM Eastern. Dates and topics for Cohort I are listed below.

  • June 26, 2025: Using Perplexity and AI Tools for Research and Strategy
  • July 31, 2025: Ethical Frameworks in Action
  • August 12, 2025: Creating Campuswide AI Engagement Plans
  • September 30, 2025: Scaling AI Projects and Measuring Success
  • October 23, 2025: Leveraging Autonomous Agents in Education
  • November 13, 2025: Final Reflections and Capstone Coaching

All sessions will be recorded and available on demand.

Collaborative Projects

Design and implement a capstone AI initiative:

  • Develop and pilot generative AI tools.
  • Draft and propose ethical AI use frameworks.
  • Create innovative student or staff-focused solutions.

Bonus

Participants will receive a certification in AI ethics and a six-month Perplexity Pro subscription—powerful tools to deepen your expertise and connect with a broad network of AI-driven changemakers.

Program Cost

  • Member Registration Fee: $997
  • Nonmember Registration Fee: $1,500

Check your college's membership here. 

Upcoming Cohorts

  • Cohort I:   June 12, 2025 - December 12, 2025 
  • Cohort II:  September 16, 2025 - February 16, 2026
  • Cohort III: January 20, 2026 - June 20, 2026

Apply Now

Spaces are limited! Join the League for Innovation AI Fellows Program and become a trailblazer shaping the future of higher education through AI. Click here to complete the application for any of the three cohorts.

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