At UW-Madison, all students are expected to uphold the core values of academic integrity, which include honesty, trust, fairness, respect, and responsibility. This includes using AI tools ethically and responsibly.
For coursework, students should clarify instructors’ expectations as these will vary from course to course. It is the student’s responsibility to know whether, and how, AI tools can be used in each class. If a student is suspected of using an AI tool and the course does not allow it, the student could be subject to disciplinary action for violating UWS chapter 14.03 and as outlined in UWS 14.04. https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/code/admin_code/uws/14
For research and professional development related activities, students should clarify their mentors’ expectations, as these will differ by laboratories. Incoming students should discuss this with prospective mentors. If mentors permit the use of AI tools, students must describe the specific model providers, models, versions, and their use in manuscripts, presentations, and other research outputs, including prelims and theses. Students bear full responsibility for AI-assisted content.
Students should become familiar with approved AI tools officially supported by UW–Madison and SMPH. If students choose to use other AI tools, adjust preferences, so chat information is not used for model training. Do NOT use AI tools with sensitive or restricted data, such as protected health information or other confidential content.