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AI Job Fears: Graduates Urged to Adapt Skills

3/15/2026

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  • At the 2026 SIEPR Economic Summit, Erika McEntarfer notes rising unemployment in AI-exposed jobs but a stable job market.
  • Kevin Mumford cites a mismatch between declining demand for recent graduates and steady supply, fueling stagnant wages.
  • Purdue University faculty reassure students that computer science jobs are stable, with over 87% of graduates employed after graduation.
  • They urge adapting skills to meet evolving employer demands in AI and related fields.