California State University (CSU) entered a $17 million agreement with OpenAI to provide ChatGPT Edu to its extensive student body, aiming to enhance educational experiences. However, a recent survey indicated that 65% of students and 59% of faculty are skeptical about AI's educational benefits. A significant 80% of students expressed discomfort with submitting AI-generated work as their own. Concerns about AI's impact on jobs, creativity, and mental health have led to a notable resistance among students, with many feeling that the university prioritized branding over educational value. Additionally, 52% of faculty reported negative effects of AI on teaching, with some advocating for a reevaluation of the partnership. Despite these concerns, CSU renewed its contract with OpenAI for $13 million annually, highlighting a disconnect between administration goals and community sentiment.