Sherry Jones
AI Strategist & Education Innovator
As an AI Strategist in the Program Experience Futures team at Western Governors University—the largest non-profit university in the United States—I advance vertical AI applications that transform student assessment and learning outcomes. My work combines cutting-edge context engineering, knowledge graph architecture, and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) with industry-recognized credentials data to create intelligent, responsive educational systems.
I optimize AI solutions through a comprehensive governance framework incorporating principles from the EU AI Act, GDPR, and local and federal regulations, ensuring that innovation remains grounded in responsibility and ethical practice. My approach balances technological advancement with human-centered design, creating AI systems that serve educational missions while protecting student rights and privacy.
Previously, I served as a Senior Reviewer in AI Content Engineering for FAANG where I evaluated artificial intelligence, machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, and generative multimodal large language models. This experience in the technology industry provided invaluable insights into AI system development, quality assurance, and the practical challenges of deploying AI at scale.
Video Game Design: Philosophy in Play
I design video games like Ethics AI that transform philosophical thought experiments into interactive, playable experiences. This innovative approach makes complex ethical questions accessible and engaging, allowing players to explore moral dilemmas through direct participation rather than passive observation.
Video games offer unique pedagogical opportunities—they create safe spaces for experimentation, provide immediate feedback on decision-making, and foster deep engagement with abstract concepts. By situating players within philosophical scenarios, games enable embodied learning that traditional texts cannot replicate.
The ATLAS Institute at the University of Colorado recognized this innovative methodology, inviting me to present twice: at their October 2021 Colloquium on Video Games as Philosophical Thought Experiments and in April 2021 on Ethics in Game Design. These sessions explored how game mechanics can model ethical frameworks and create meaningful learning experiences.
Colorado Gaming & Esports Leadership
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Economic Development
Co-authored proposal to boost Colorado's economy through gaming and esports events
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Curriculum Innovation
Developed digital-game-based curriculum framework for Colorado's higher education institutions
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Collegiate Competition
Proposed statewide collegiate esports league with commercial event infrastructure
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Career Pathways
Created educational opportunities for students pursuing gaming industry careers
As a former member of the Colorado government's Gaming and Esports Subcommittee, I co-authored and led the comprehensive Reports and Recommendations on Gaming & Esports in Colorado (September 2021). This proposal outlined strategic initiatives to position Colorado as a leader in gaming and esports while creating robust educational pathways for students interested in industry careers.
Let's Build the Future of Education Together
Whether you're interested in exploring AI strategy, discussing responsible technology implementation, or collaborating on research at the intersection of education and emerging technologies, I welcome the conversation.
My work spans AI governance, game-based learning, blockchain applications, and educational innovation—all united by a commitment to advancing learning while upholding ethical principles and protecting human dignity in technological systems.
