GenAI at University of Richmond

AI Usage Guidelines

Generative AI has the potential to transform the way we operate at the University of Richmond. From teaching and learning to administration, the use cases for generative AI are promising. Understanding how to use these systems ethically and securely will ensure that we are able to take full advantage of their capabilities.

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Generative AI: A Brief Primer

This primer provides foundational knowledge about generative AI, covering its definition, how it works, a comparison of widely used tools, key capabilities relevant to higher education, limitations and considerations for implementation, and the potential impact areas within academic settings, ensuring everyone has a common understanding.

AI News

IT Governance Discusses AI for UR

2024 saw the introduction of support for artificial intelligence (AI) at the University of Richmond, with the publication of usage guidelines for students, faculty, and staff on a new GenAI website and a pilot program for faculty and student use of different AI systems via SpiderAI . A tool for anyone at the University who communicates, MessageAI, was also released (note that you must be on the campus network or VPN to access).

An aerial photo of the UR campus at twilight with fractal images overlaid to represent AI code

Inquiry

AI @ UR

Artificial intelligence is now part of higher education. UR’s approach encourages experimentation focused on enhancing student learning.

UR wins first place at 2025 VFIC Applied Ethics Bowl

Student Experience

University of Richmond team wins first place at VFIC Applied Ethics Bowl

Sixteen Virginia college teams debate about ethics and artificial intelligence.

Laura Runyen-Janecky with student in lab

RESEARCH & INNOVATION

UR faculty awarded more than $2 million for research in the sciences and humanities

Projects focusing on climate change, disease control, and AI recently received funding.

University of Richmond rats driving cars

Research & Innovation

University of Richmond faculty share their expertise with media outlets

Here's a sampling of professors called upon to lend their voices to news stories about teaching rats to drive, artificial intelligence, and other topics during 2024.