ChatGPT can write English essays, historical analysis, synthesize sources and even compose music. Some say the next device AI will take over is college essays — rendering them obsolete in a realm of new technology that allows any student to forge an immense personal statement. But college essays are an essential part of the college admissions process, and they shouldn’t go away just because of the creation of AI. While some universities haven’t made direct policies addressing the use of AI in college essays, others have implied that AI shouldn’t be incorporated into a final draft. According to The New York Times, the University of Michigan Law School has guidelines that state “applicants ought not use ChatGPT or other artificial intelligence tools as part of their drafting process.”  College essays provide an opportunity for high school students to describe their background — such as past experiences that have shaped the way they learn or build friendships. Without essays, there’d be...