JP Novin speaks with Nora Demleitner, who served as President of St. John’s College, about the logical progression from a liberal arts education to law, emphasizing the importance of foundational knowledge and critical analysis. Demleitner is writing a book on criminal justice and AI ethics, raising concerns about AI’s impact on entry-level jobs and highlighting the need for higher education to adapt by focusing on foundational knowledge and lifelong learning. She also shares strategies for AI preparedness at St. John’s, explores legal barriers and uses of AI in the legal field, and reflects on the challenges facing liberal arts institutions.
