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About the episode:

On this special episode, Harlan sits down with student reporter of the Daily Tarheel, Alice Scott. Alice shares more information about her experience following the story of UNC's confirmed use of AI technology in the admissions process. This story opens up discussion for a lot of interesting questions as similar systems are implemented at other schools. How are applications assessed by this technology? How was this model trained? Is there a double standard here when it comes to students using AI for classes? As AI becomes more and more integrated into our lives in meaningful ways, it will continue to raise important questions for discussion. 

Alice's First Story:

UNC uses AI in admissions review process, documents show how

https://www.dailytarheel.com/article/2025/01/university-admissions-essays



Alice's Second Story:

UNC confirms admissions essays are reviewed by Durham-based company's technology

https://www.dailytarheel.com/article/2025/01/university-ai-followup





THE HARLAN COHEN PODCAST New York Times bestselling author Harlan Cohen has candid conversations with top experts, and leading influencers. Guests share their greatest victories, devastating setbacks, and most valuable advice to help listeners dream big and take action. Hosted by Harlan Cohen, New York Times bestselling author, and speaker. Harlan is the founder of Best First Year, and has over 1 million books in print. His live events, books, programs, and workshops have reached millions of people and changed countless lives.