Built for This

AI is here. As a society, we can't hide from it, especially not in our careers. So how do we, as Christians, approach generative AI wisely, and even joyfully?In this episode of the Built for This Podcast, Dr. Steve Mason sits down with Dr. Michael McGinnis, Dean of Engineering at LeTourneau University, to explore how AI is reshaping our world — and how we can adapt rather than retreat. Dr. McGinnis shares his personal testimony, his unconventional path to engineering, and insights from his new book, The t-Shaped Engineer in the Age of AI.Key Takeaways from this episode:Dr. McGinnis's testimony and his self-described journey as the "least engineery engineer"What Christian education looks like in the Age of AIHelping students flourish — not just academically, but as whole peopleWhat it means to be a “t-Shaped Engineer" and why it matters more than everThe 2x2 axis framework for student formation in the digital ageThe seven factors that lead students to "the big life"Why faith is essential for engineersHow LeTourneau helps students' faith grow in college and why that's increasingly rare in higher educationWhether you're a professor, a student, or simply someone navigating the challenges of our digital age, Dr. McGinnis offers frameworks, encouragement, and a faith-grounded perspective that goes far beyond engineering.