Students Use AI for Apologies After Cheating Scandal
Dozens of University of Illinois students used AI to write identical apology emails after a cheating scandal, prompting their professors to create a public lesson.

Omar Hassan is a science and innovation journalist, dedicated to exploring the frontiers of scientific discovery and its practical applications. He focuses on the transformative potential of AI while also scrutinizing its challenges, especially in the context of academic integrity.
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Dozens of University of Illinois students used AI to write identical apology emails after a cheating scandal, prompting their professors to create a public lesson.
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