Colleges are drowning, but they can’t afford to ignore AI
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America’s colleges and universities find themselves under extreme pressure, from financial challenges exacerbated by declining enrollment to the Trump administration launching multi-pronged attacks against the sector.
Some college leaders view AI as just another point of consternation. However, rather than being dismissed as too disruptive, AI experimentation can be a central piece of a college’s response to current challenges.
Originally published: June 16, 2025
Author: Daniel Greenstein
Position: Former Chancellor
Institution: Pennsylvania State System
Published by: University Business