A. I. in College: A New Threat or a Tool?

Artificial intelligence is growing fast inside universities. Students now use A. I. for homework, research and even job interviews. But the new tools are not always good for learning. Many schools partner with A. I. firms to stay modern or avoid being left behind. These companies often charge high fees and pay “campus ambassadors” to spread their products. The ambassadors sometimes hold student government jobs, which creates a conflict of interest. Some A. I. firms claim they want teachers to use their tools responsibly.Yet they keep important data private, so schools cannot see how the tools are used. This makes it hard to protect students from cheating or misinformation. Research shows that heavy use of A. I. can hurt reading and writing skills. Students may not read carefully or write original work when they rely on A. I. answers. Teachers notice a drop in questions and critical thinking. Some educators still try to use A. I. to spark creativity. Others refuse it entirely, trusting students to learn ethical use on their own. The debate continues: will A. I. help or harm the future of learning?