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AI essentials
Artificial intelligence technologies have captured the public’s imagination, signaling considerable changes in the technology landscape. We aim to provide resources to help the Rutgers community explore the possibilities of AI and navigate the concerns and issues related to its use.
AI guidance for Rutgers
Wondering about using artificial intelligence at Rutgers? We have guidance and assistance to help you think through the challenges and opportunities of AI.
AI@Rutgers Initiative
A steering committee is tasked with coordinating guidance and recommendations on the development, implementation, and governance of AI at Rutgers.
AI literacy
LinkedIn Learning offers a growing library of courses about generative AI, covering topics such as prompt engineering, the ethical implications of AI, and practical applications of AI.
AI tools (no additional cost)
Generative AI assistants and AI-based tools allow you to get help with brainstorming ideas, drafting documents, editing computer code, and more. These centrally funded tools are available to Rutgers students, faculty, and staff at no additional cost. For guidance on their use, please consult this data classification chart for AI tools.
Microsoft Copilot Chatbot
Copilot is an AI-powered chatbot that helps with summarizing documents, generating text, answering questions, and more.
NotebookLM
NotebookLM is an AI research assistant that allows users to upload documents, webpages, and other sources to a personalized notebook.
Google Gemini
The Gemini app is a conversational AI tool to assist with writing, researching, planning, and more.
AI tools (subscription required)
These tools require a paid subscription. They may offer advanced features, expanded usage, or specialized AI capabilities beyond the options available at no additional cost. For guidance on their use, please consult this data classification chart for AI tools.
Microsoft 365 Copilot (apps)
Microsoft 365 Copilot, available as a $20/month subscription, integrates with existing Rutgers Connect accounts and Microsoft 365 tools.
ChatGPT Edu
ChatGPT Edu, available as a $20/month subscription, allows users to build custom GPTs and offers higher message limits than the free version.
Google AI Pro
Google AI Pro, available as a $20/month subscription, provides advanced AI capabilities and works with your ScarletApps account.
Explore AI learning resources from Rutgers technology providers.
AI capabilities in technology tools
The world of AI is evolving quickly, with artificial intelligence features often being added to existing software and technology services. Explore a selection of Rutgers technology services and tools that integrate AI features and capabilities, highlighting some of the options available to support your work and learning.
Zoom AI Companion
AI Companion integrates with Zoom to help enhance meetings by providing automatic transcriptions, producing interactive summaries, creating meeting agendas, tracking action items, and more—all in real-time.
Adobe Express AI
Adobe Express utilizes generative AI to bring your ideas to life. Just type a description of your image, and your idea is transformed into digital art.
LinkedIn Learning AI-powered coaching
With LinkedIn Learning AI-powered coaching, you can get real-time advice tailored to your profile, recommended courses and videos, career feedback, and more.
Grammarly for Education
Grammarly for Education includes a generative AI feature that provides assistance with brainstorming, researching, outlining, revisions, and more.
AI revolution at Rutgers
In 1968 Saul Amarel, an early leader in computer science at Rutgers, wrote a paper about artificial intelligence that put him at the forefront of the AI movement. And today, Rutgers is still breaking ground in the AI field.
University policies
The following policies within the University Policy Library are particularly relevant for the use of AI at Rutgers.
Academic Integrity Policy 10.2.13
Details on standards of academic integrity and the process for adjudicating alleged violations of those standards.
Information Classification Policy 70.1.2
Outlines the standards for classifying information at Rutgers to ensure the protection of university data.
Acceptable Use Policy for IT Resources 70.1.1
Outlines the acceptable use of university information technology resources, such as software, systems, and other resources.
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