We begin our introduction by acknowledging the valid anxieties of faculty who face rapid technological change brought on by Generative AI (GenAI) tools without adequate institutional support or training. While some scholars advocate for GenAI resistance and others for wholesale adoption, the voices included within this volume argue for a balanced, pragmatic approach that emphasizes transparency, ethical usage, and thoughtful engagement with these powerful new tools. Despite concerns about GenAI's limitations and potential negative impacts, we recognize its remarkable capabilities and argue that higher education is uniquely positioned to critically engage with this technology through its diverse disciplinary perspectives and research methods. In seven collected essays, educators move beyond initial worries to explore creative pedagogical applications that can enhance student learning while maintaining academic integrity.