Student Resources
How does AI benefit me?
Artificial Intelligence
in the Classroom
Get Involved:
Artificial Intelligence Research Organization
Student organization whose mission is to help members learn AI techniques, develop portfolios, and engage in interdepartmental outreach.
Data Science for Social Good
The FL-DSSG program blends data science and technology design to inform and solve important social problems using data-informed approaches while creating educational programs for aspiring data scientists.
Getting Started
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Check your syllabus.
Check your syllabus to confirm the instructor's authorized or prohibited use of AI in the course.
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Earn the "Introduction to AI" and "AI Prompt Engineering Skills" badges
Enroll in Introduction to AI and the AI Prompt Engineering Skills badges to showcase your skills on your resume. Even if you cannot pursue full coursework in artificial intelligence, you can advance your career readiness through self-paced online courses and workshops, earning a digital badge.
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Learn about AI through LinkedIn Learning and Microsoft.
LinkedIn Learning and Microsoft offer numerous training opportunities to provide you with a solid understanding of artificial intelligence and practical applications for your future career.
FAQs
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How will AI impact my career in the future?
AI is reshaping careers across industries. Learning to use it effectively while applying human creativity and judgment will prepare you for the future.
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Do I need to major in computing to study AI?
UNF is developing AI certificates that prepare students across majors to apply AI in their fields.
In addition to academic coursework, UNF also offers digital badges like Introduction to AI, in which you can learn about artificial intelligence at your own pace and earn credentials to showcase to prospective employers.
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How can I use AI now?
Artificial intelligence has been advancing in our lives for years, from AI opponents in games and recommendations on Amazon to voice assistants like Siri and Alexa, writing aids like Grammarly, and self-driving Teslas. With the advent of generative AI, we can now engage more directly with AI in learning, research, work, and play.
Microsoft Copilot and Google Gemini are available to all students through the AI Hub on myWings. Unlike ChatGPT and other open-source tools, Copilot and Gemini at UNF ensures data protection and privacy, so your queries or research are never shared with the large language model.
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What other AI tools are available to students?
Through the Virtual Lab, students have access to software for statistical and data analysis, as well as predictive modeling, including MATLAB, Minitab, JMP, ArcGIS, and SAS. Adobe Creative Cloud and GitHub are available at a discount to UNF students. Many generative AI tools for content, image, or video generation are available online. However, be mindful of data privacy and refrain from sharing sensitive information on external platforms.
Explore these technologies and tools to see how AI capabilities in vendor software might benefit you.
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How do I cite AI-generated content?
Like all research, it is crucial to cite the use of content sourced from AI tools properly. Refer to the How to Cite AI Tools guide provided by the UNF Library.
Always verify sources and validate AI-generated information. While AI can offer insights, it may also produce inaccurate or outdated information. Confirm accuracy before relying on or referencing content in your schoolwork.
Need assistance?
For assistance with AI tools and services available to UNF students,
please contact the Help Desk.