Four CHI ’26 papers I wish I wrote

kept by norahv sep 27

The author reviews four CHI 2026 papers on AI‑assisted hiring bias reduction, scam victim emotions, values‑aligned time tracking, and student‑driven AI policy, explaining why each resonates with their research interests.

Meet the Millionaire Masters of Early Decision at Colleges - The New York Times
Tulane and University of Chicago enrollment chiefs boosted early applicants, earning multimillion-dollar salaries.
also on University of Chicago, #education
Alex Imas and Phil Trammell – What remains scarce after AGI?
Economists argue that after AGI, scarcity may shift to human-relational services, but the labor share's fate depends on whether new capital varieties prevent satiation.
also on University of Chicago, #ai
Canvas Breach Disrupts Schools & Colleges Nationwide – Krebs on Security
ShinyHunters defaced Canvas's login page with a ransom demand after breaching Instructure, disrupting classes at thousands of schools during final exams.
also on #cybersecurity, #education