Shenandoah University's Division of Education and Leadership

We look forward to you joining us for The Division of Education & Leadership's Spring 2026 AI Webinar Series event on Tuesday, March 24, 2026!

Event Date: Tuesday, March 24, 2026

Speaker: Dr. Devon Taylor, Associate Vice President and Chief Information Officer, Shenandoah University

Title: Beyond the Bot: Orchestrating AI Workflows for Educational Excellence

In the modern educational landscape, the challenge is no longer access to AI, it is integration. This session moves beyond the "one-off prompt" and demonstrates how to architect a complete AI workflow. We will explore how to architect an AI pipeline that acts as a force multiplier for your team, allowing staff to move from time-consuming drafting to high-level strategy and student-centered support. Learn how to bridge Google Gemini’s deep synthesis with NotebookLM’s analytical power, and finally, how to leverage Google Vids to turn those insights into compelling narratives for staff, students, and stakeholders. Discover how to stop "using" AI and start "orchestrating" it.

More about Dr. Devon Taylor:

Dr. Devon Taylor, Ed.D., currently serves as the Associate Vice President and Chief Information Officer at Shenandoah University. He holds a Doctorate in Administrative Leadership from Shenandoah University, an M.A. in Teaching from Shepherd University, and a B.A. in History from West Virginia University. Dr. Taylor has a rich background in technology strategy, project management, and academic technology leadership.

In his current role, he serves as a strategic partner to all business units regarding technology innovation. He develops and implements comprehensive IT strategic plans that align with Shenandoah University’s mission, oversees technology infrastructure, and leads a team of IT professionals supporting the university community. In his 14 years at Shenandoah, he has held several leadership positions, including Associate Provost for Academic Technology, Deputy Director of IT, and Associate Director of Software Services. In these roles, he has demonstrated expertise in enhancing educational technology and IT operations. Additionally, he teaches as an adjunct professor in the business school and education division, focusing on the integration of technology in the workforce.