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Graduates Boo Mentions of AI at Multiple U.S. University Ceremonies
Graduates at three U.S. colleges interrupted commencement speeches and an automated name reader after references to artificial intelligence. The incidents occurred at the University of Central Florida, the University of Arizona, and Glendale Community College in Arizona.
Gen Z graduates boo speakers mentioning AI at 2026 commencements
Graduation speakers at several universities faced boos when they discussed AI during May 2026 ceremonies. Surveys show declining excitement and rising anger toward AI among 14- to 29-year-olds.
Adelaide University Moves Graduation Ceremonies to New Venue
Adelaide University has shifted graduation ceremonies from Bonython Hall to Pridham Hall. Students have started a petition opposing the change, and the university says it is reviewing options for future use of the original site.
yahoo.comRutgers University Withdraws Graduation Speaker Invitation Over Speaker’s Criticism of Israel
Rutgers University rescinded an invitation for a business leader to deliver a convocation address at its School of Engineering after learning that some graduating students would not attend due to the speaker’s social media posts about Israel. The speaker had been scheduled for th…