AI Integration at UM

Through our collaborative Future Project process, UM has developed a community-driven approach to AI that prioritizes academic integrity, privacy, and informed choice.

UM's Intentional AI Integration

Rather than rushing to adopt new technologies, we've prioritized community input and thoughtful consideration.

Community Input: Campus-wide collaboration through our Future Project initiative
Academic Integrity: Educational mission alignment and ethical considerations
Diverse Perspectives: Support for all comfort levels and viewpoints

Your Choice, Your Pace

Whether you're excited about AI possibilities, have concerns about its impact, or are simply curious to learn more, these resources reflect our community's collective wisdom. You decide if and how to integrate AI into your work and learning.

Guidance for Your Role

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AI for Students

UM recognizes that students come to AI with different levels of interest, experience, and comfort. Whether you're curious about how AI might support your learning or have specific academic challenges you'd like to address, these resources can help you make informed decisions.

Common Student Use Cases

Writing & Research Help

Improve your writing and organize your research effectively

Examples:

Ask AI to explain confusing assignment instructions
Get help brainstorming essay topics and thesis statements
Get feedback on the organization of a draft you wrote
Check your own writing for grammar and clarity

Need personalized writing support? Schedule an appointment with UM's Writing Center

Book Writing Center appointment

Always cite AI assistance and never submit AI-generated text as your own work

Study & Learning Support

Make complex concepts easier to understand

Examples:

Ask AI to explain difficult concepts in simpler terms
Create practice quiz questions from your class notes
Break down complex problems into step-by-step solutions
Get multiple perspectives on the same topic

Use AI to help you learn and understand - not to do your assignments for you

Programming & Technical Work

Debug code and learn new programming concepts

Examples:

Get help understanding error messages and fixing bugs
Ask for explanations of code functionality
Learn new programming patterns and best practices
Generate test cases to verify your solutions

Always understand every piece of code before using it - don't copy blindly

Which AI Tool Should I Use?

Start with ChatMT.ai

ChatMT.ai is the free AI platform UM runs for the Montana University System. It's available to every student at every MUS campus and includes models from several providers, so you don't need a paid consumer account for your coursework.

Open ChatMT.ai

Using a different tool?

Check your course syllabus first: every UM syllabus says what AI use is allowed in that course. For other tools, see which ones UM has approved and what guidelines apply.

Approved AI Tools

Academic Integrity Reminder

Always disclose when you've used AI assistance

Never input sensitive personal information

Check your course syllabus for specific AI policies

When in doubt, ask your instructor first

Read full guidelines

Taking Your Time with AI

It's perfectly reasonable to start slowly and experiment gradually. Consider focusing on understanding before implementing, seeking guidance from instructors and peers, or choosing not to use AI tools if they don't serve your goals.

UM's AI resources will remain available as your comfort and interest evolve.

Questions About AI at UM?

Whether you're ready to explore AI tools or still forming your perspective, UM's support community is here to help you navigate these decisions thoughtfully.

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