Manifesto for Generative AI in Higher Education

Responsibility, Ethics, and Power

Statement 13 of 30

Institutions must lead ethically, not just efficiently.

Why this matters

Universities cannot hand their conscience to vendors. Universities must anchor decisions in the core values of equity, privacy, and sustainability rather than simply cost. Institutional courage is what makes staff integrity possible.

A question for reflection

Where do cost and convenience currently outweigh values in your institution's technology decisions?

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Cite this statement
Farrell, H. & McCarthy, K. (2025). Statement 13: "Institutions must lead ethically, not just efficiently." Manifesto for Generative AI in Higher Education. GenAI:N3. https://manifesto.genain3.ie/13/