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SEASON 2  •  EPISODE 5

Vidur Kalive Unpacks How to Build an AI Culture That Feels Safe, Useful, and Shared

 

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What if the secret to successful AI adoption isn't moving faster, but moving more thoughtfully?

In this episode, Onyeka sits down with Vidur Kalive, Lead AI Architect at York University, who's spent years building AI solutions in a space where the stakes are incredibly high.

Vidur breaks down why educators need to know about AI, reveals the biggest misconception about AI in schools, and shares how York University built an AI culture that feels safe, useful, and shared.

This isn't a story about deploying the latest shiny tool. It's about what happens when you start with learning objectives instead of technology, build communities instead of isolated power users, and measure success in ways that go beyond the numbers on a dashboard.

If you've ever wondered how to build AI adoption that sticks, or why governance matters more than speed, this conversation is for you.

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Vidur Kalive

LEAD AI ARCHITECT  •  YORK UNIVERSITY

Vidur Kalive is the Lead AI Architect at York University, where he spearheads the design and implementation of large-scale artificial intelligence solutions that transform the higher‑education landscape.

With over 12 years of experience delivering enterprise-grade AI innovations across universities in Australia and Canada, Vidur has established himself as a leading voice in applying advanced technologies to complex academic and administrative environments.

A recognized thought leader in the global AI and innovation community, Vidur has served as a Gartner Expert Judge Panellist, contributing his expertise to evaluate emerging technologies and groundbreaking digital initiatives.

His work has earned multiple prestigious accolades, including the CUCCIO Innovation Award (2021), the Gartner Innovation Award—Winner in 2022 and Finalist in 2024—as well as the CIOs Canada Innovation Award (2024) and the CAUBO Innovation Award (2025).

Known for his strategic vision and hands-on technical leadership, Vidur continues to champion responsible AI adoption and impactful digital transformation across higher education, driving measurable outcomes that enhance institutional effectiveness, student experience, and operational excellence.

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