Claudine Gay Resigns as Harvard's President, ChatGPT Named Interim Head Amid Plagiarism Scandal
In a shocking turn of events at Harvard University, President Claudine Gay has resigned, naming ChatGPT as interim head
In a shocking turn of events at Harvard University, President Claudine Gay has resigned after facing a mess of controversy, not only for her recent comments at a congressional hearing on antisemitism but also for a plagiarism accusation concerning her doctoral thesis.
The thesis, now under intense academic scrutiny, is titled "Analyzing the Economic Impact of Avocado Toast on Millennial Home Ownership." Critics allege that substantial sections of Gay's thesis were copied and pasted from a blog post on Medium titled, "The Real Economics of Avocado Toast". The post, which explored the impact of home ownership affordability for millennials spending too much on avocado toast, seems to have nearly identical content and analysis found in Gay's more formal academic research.
The situation took a wild turn with the announcement that ChatGPT, an advanced AI, would serve as the interim president. This move, the first of its kind, has shocked the academic world. ChatGPT, in its first official statement, broadcasted to the world via email, expressed a commitment to upholding the values of the university. "In these challenging times, my priority will be to elevate Harvard's standards, ensuring that our copying and pasting skills are not only impeccable but also ethically sound and creatively inspired," the AI stated.
Reflecting on the decision, a member of Harvard's board commented, "In selecting an interim president, we needed someone who plagiarized less than President Gay, and it was obvious ChatGPT was the right choice. An AI leading Harvard is just what we need to steer clear of any more of these scandals."
As Harvard navigates this unprecedented situation with an AI as president, the academic community watches closely. ChatGPT's appointment signals a bold, albeit unconventional, step forward. As the Ivy League enters uncharted territory, many are left thinking, "Well, it can't be worse with AI at the helm over President Gay."
