Another graduation speaker hypes AI to boos, tells students their education is already obsolete
Scott Borchetta's commencement speech at Middle Tennessee State University faced backlash as he claimed students' education was already obsolete. His remarks about AI were met with boos, reflecting a growing skepticism among graduates regarding the technology's impact. In contrast, Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak received a warm reception for his more reassuring comments about AI's role in the workforce.
- ▪Scott Borchetta's speech at MTSU was met with boos from the audience.
- ▪He stated that the education students received was already obsolete.
- ▪A Quinnipiac poll revealed only 5% of Americans believe AI development represents their interests.
- ▪Steve Wozniak's speech offered reassurance about AI, contrasting with Borchetta's remarks.
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Another graduation speaker hypes AI to boos, tells students their education is already obsolete Rob Beschizza 1:48 pm Fri May 22, 2026 Scott Borchetta. Screengrab: MTSU Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt and private equity managerial Gloria Caulfield, addressing graduates, both got booed recently as they talked up AI. You'd think commencement speakers would get the memo. But Scott Borchetta did not get the memo before speaking at Middle Tennessee State University. More hoopla about AI, more hollering from the audience—and a smirking snap back from the Nashville music executive, who is perhaps not well-suited to the job of inspiring young people. Deal with it. You can hear me now or you can pay me later.
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