Artificial intelligence (AI) is everywhere. Even if someone wanted to ignore AI ‘s existence, it would be extremely difficult to do so. Below are links to AI tools, courses, and library resources that are available to UAA Students. These can serve as a starting point for those who are not familiar with AI.
Tools
Many AI tools have a free limited version or require a paid subscription, as a student at UAA you have free access to Google Gemini chat, Microsoft Copilot chat, and Zoom ai Companion through your UAA account.
For information on how to access these tools, feel free to check out the University of Alaska’s GenAI Tools for the UA Community page.
Courses
UAA’s College of Engineering (CoEng) offers a fundamentals class that is geared towards those without a computing background entitled: Applied AI Fundamentals: A Skills-Based Course. Higher level courses and programs are also available, for more information check out UAA’s CoEng’s webpage.
Library Resources
AI related Topic Guides are available on UAA Consortium’s Library Website:
Artificial Intelligence (AI) LibGuide: provides information about various AI tools, tips on how to use AI tools effectively and how to cite Generative AI in various citation formats.
Academic Integrity & AI: provides information on Academic Integrity related to AI use, information on how to avoid plagiarism and UAA and APU Policies.
Student Considerations
As a student when considering using AI tools it is important to keep in mind:
If you need assistance with Generative AI Tools, UAA’s ITS Service Center can assist you.