DENVER — Demonstrators across Colorado joined a nationwide movement demanding a freeze on Artificial Intelligence (AI) until regulations are in place that give the public a say in how the technology is used. Walkouts happened in Fort Collins, Golden and Denver throughout Tuesday, part of a bigger effort across the country.
The walkout in Golden took place at the Colorado School of Mines campus. Genevieve Morrison was the organizer of the walkout and is a senior studying environmental engineering. Morrison explained AI is a big topic at school in trying to figure out how it should be adopted in classrooms.
“A lot of people use generative AI with impunity for tests, homework, etc. and I know a lot of people find that unfair and it is a college experience to just have all your answers handed to you,” Morrison said.
Students took turns leading speeches and chants, while others worked on creating posters before they headed down to the next scheduled walkout in downtown Denver. Environmental concerns are top of mind for Morrison, who explained that AI is a new threat for climate justice long term. Morrison shared another concern computer engineers have is AI taking over jobs…