AI for U

Higher ed is stepping into a new era, and Rebecca Stapley is right in the middle of it. The Director of Marketing and Communications at the Rochester Institute of Technology joins Brian to reveal how AI is helping her cut through email chaos, understand new audiences, and create more space for meaningful work. She also talks frankly about feeling hesitant at first, realizing AI literacy was becoming essential, and discovering that experimentation is the key to unlocking its real value. Join us as we discuss: [6:20] AI as a practice: the yoga analogy, and learning through experience[11:43] The higher ed marketer’s perspective: fundamentals that won’t change[18:58] The responsibility of higher ed to remain transparent and trustworthyTo hear this interview and many more like it, subscribe on  Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or our website, or search for AI for U with Brian Piper in your favorite podcast player. Episode prompt:  You are an expert communicator. Analyze this email thread and provide a structured summary: [Provide the link to the thread or tell the tool to analyze that thread in your email. Then, either tell the tool "Based on what you know of me..." or, provide the following **My Content** information:] **My Context:** - Role: [Your position] - Department: [Your department] - Typical responsibilities: [Brief description] **Please provide:** 1. CORE TOPIC (2-3 sentences) What is this actually about? 2. ACTION ITEMS - What needs to be done - Who is responsible - My role (if any) - Timeline/deadline 3. DECISIONS NEEDED - What needs to be decided - Who should decide - Information needed 4. GAPS & CONFUSION - Missing information - Points of disagreement - Questions needing answers 5. MY NEXT STEPS What should I do immediately based on my role? 6. SUGGESTED RESPONSE APPROACH If I need to reply, what should I address? Guest Name: Rebecca Stapley, Director of Marketing and Communications, Rochester Institute of Technology's College of Health Sciences and Technology and the School of Individualized Study Guest Social: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rstapley/ Guest Bio: Rebecca is Director of Marketing and Communications for Rochester Institute of Technology's College of Health Sciences and Technology and the School of Individualized Study. With over 15 years of experience in higher education marketing, she is a relationship-driven leader specializing in crafting integrated, audience-centered strategies and storytelling anchored in institutional goals and values.  Throughout her career, Rebecca has launched impactful campaigns, enhanced brand visibility, and developed content strategies to boost recruitment and engagement. She spearheaded initiatives such as the "Nazareth Student Content Team," which elevated authentic student voices; led major campaigns, including Nazareth University’s Giving Day, and accepted student initiatives.  Rebecca holds a Master’s Degree in Integrated Marketing and Communications. Outside of her professional work, she enjoys being cozy with her dogs, curating yoga playlists, and embracing creativity through art and poetry. - - - -Connect With Our Host:Brian Piperhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/brianwpiper/ About The Enrollify Podcast Network:AI for U is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you’ll like other Enrollify shows too!  Enrollify is made possible by Element451 —  The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.