Columbia University Tests AI To Ease Student Tensions

Columbia University Tests AI To Ease Student Tensions

Columbia University Tests AI To Ease Student Tensions Universities across the U.S. are exploring new ways to handle campus conflicts, and Columbia University is now testing artificial intelligence as part of that effort. The focus is on whether AI can help reduce student tensions during debates on sensitive issues such as immigration, race, and global politics. This experiment reflects a growing trend in higher education, where technology is being used not just for academics but also for fostering healthier dialogue among students. Columbia University’s use of AI in conflict resolution is raising important questions about its effectiveness, ethics, and long-term impact on campus life. Image : Google AI Debate Tool At Columbia University At the center of Columbia’s experiment is an AI debate program designed to connect students with opposing viewpoints and guide them toward more constructive conversations. The tool pairs individuals one-on-one and introduces an AI “guide” to ask challengin…