The Ontario Council of University Libraries (OCUL) has formed a new AI Advisory Committee - an important step toward advancing the responsible use of AI across Ontario's academic libraries.
Representing a range of university sizes and locations, this ad hoc committee will shape a longer-term plan for engagement with AI at the consortial level and assess the sustainability of OCUL's current AI initiatives.
Committee Members
Following a call for nominations from the OCUL membership, nine individuals have been appointed to the AI Advisory Committee. They represent a diverse range of university sizes, locations and library roles, from technology specialists to library leadership to metadata experts.
- Andrew Colgoni (Brock University)
- Melanie Parlette-Stewart (University of Guelph)
- Qing (Jason) Zou (Lakehead University)
- Casey Hoeve (McMaster University)
- Scott Johns (OCAD University)
- Yoo Young Lee (University of Ottawa)
- Amaz Taufique (University of Toronto)
- Weijing Yuan (University of Toronto)
- Beth Sandore Namachchivaya (University of Waterloo)
"OCUL remains steadfast in our commitment to collaboration and innovation," explains Amy Greenberg, OCUL Executive Director. "This new committee represents an exciting opportunity to ensure AI is leveraged thoughtfully and sustainably at OCUL in support of academic research and learning."
The committee begins its work in early 2026 and will also serve in an advisory capacity to the OCUL AI and Machine Learning leadership team, providing guidance for current and future capacity building related to AI across OCUL member libraries.
