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AI technology makes Arizona college students rethink majors

Gary Lloyd | Apr 13,26 | 01:34 EST

Arizona college students are actively rethinking their majors due to the growing influence of artificial intelligence in both the workforce and academic settings. A 2026 Lumina Foundation-Gallup study revealed that 16% of U.S. college students have already changed their fields of study, directly citing AI's potential impact on their industries and future careers. Experts like Jean Mandernach from Grand Canyon University emphasize that this shift is natural for a generation fully immersed in the AI era, as they assess how AI will shape their professional paths. Furthermore, AI's presence extends to high schools, where 84% of students nationwide utilize AI technology for their schoolwork, indicating its widespread integration even before higher education.

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