Galway, Ireland – December 7th, 2023: Galvia, a pioneering AI company based in Galway, proudly congratulates the University of Galway on receiving the esteemed Times Higher Education Award for Technological or Digital Innovation of the Year at a gala event in Liverpool, UK tonight. This recognition celebrates the university’s exceptional achievement in technological advancement through its groundbreaking virtual assistant for students, named ‘Cara’, designed in collaboration with Galvia.
Cara, the innovative AI-powered virtual assistant developed by the University of Galway in partnership with Galvia, represents a significant leap forward in enhancing student support systems and data collection methodologies within the academic landscape. This award-winning technology has redefined the student experience by efficiently addressing queries and concurrently gathering essential data to identify and support at-risk individuals in the student community.
Accepting the award on behalf of the University of Galway, Josephine Walsh, Head of Student Engagement projects said: “This is a great acknowledgement of all the work the University of Galway Student Services team and the Galvia team have done in collaboration and it marks our joint commitment to supporting students.”
John Clancy, CEO of Galvia, joined the University of Galway team on stage to accept the award. He expressed his delight at the University’s remarkable accomplishment, stating, “We extend our heartfelt congratulations to the University of Galway on this prestigious recognition. Collaborating with the university to develop Cara has been an inspiring journey, showcasing the transformative potential of AI-driven solutions in advancing education and student well-being.”
The Times Higher Education Award underscores the University of Galway’s commitment to leveraging innovation in its pursuit of academic excellence and comprehensive student support. Galvia is honoured to have played a part in this achievement, emphasising the power of collaborative efforts in revolutionising higher education through cutting-edge technology.
This award not only acknowledges the University of Galway’s dedication to innovation but also highlights Galvia’s commitment to partnering with visionary institutions to create impactful and transformative solutions.
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About Times Higher Education (THE) Awards
Established in 2005, the THE Awards series (or the ‘Oscars of higher education’ as it is now widely known) comprises landmark events in the higher education calendar. Judged by a panel of sector experts, they shine a light on the exceptional work taking place in higher education across Ireland and the UK. For more information visit www.the-awards.co.uk
About Galvia
Galvia is an AI-powered platform for higher-level institutions, enabling faster, more meaningful student engagement at scale. Featuring an AI-driven virtual assistant, an intuitive analytics dashboard, and a state-of-the-art CMS, Galvia automates routine tasks, providing personalised support 24/7. Seamlessly integrating with existing university apps and websites, it empowers teams to focus on what matters most – student success. For more information visit www.galvia.ai