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Dodge College Faces Backlash Over AI Filmmaking Promotion

4/17/2026

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Dodge College at Chapman University faces backlash over promoting AI in filmmaking after a talk by AI actress Tilly Norwood.
Dodge Dean Stephen Galloway announced a $40,000 AI grant challenge, prompting questions about donor motivations.
Critics say the promotion is tone-deaf and could harm creativity and collaboration.
Chapman University says it takes a thoughtful, responsible approach to AI, but students remain skeptical.

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Dodge College at Chapman University faces backlash over promoting AI in filmmaking after a talk by AI actress Tilly Norwood.
Dodge Dean Stephen Galloway announced a $40,000 AI grant challenge, prompting questions about donor motivations.
Critics say the promotion is tone-deaf and could harm creativity and collaboration.
Chapman University says it takes a thoughtful, responsible approach to AI, but students remain skeptical.