Across campus commencements, graduates and audiences have increasingly voiced anxiety about AI’s impact on jobs, with some ceremonies featuring boos directed at high-profile speakers who addressed AI’s role in the economy and career futures. Reporting describes a growing sense that AI discourse from speakers can feel out of touch with student experiences, especially as learners navigate rapidly shifting entry-level opportunities. Separate research and commentary in education circles also point to the risk that AI adoption may outpace student support systems, leaving learners without clear guidance on responsible use, mental well-being, and the human judgment skills that remain important under automation. In parallel, higher education institutions are responding by building more explicit AI readiness initiatives for students and staffing—while also facing debates about academic integrity, assessment design, and whether “human oversight” can keep pace with AI-enabled workflows.