California Higher Education AI Policies

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1	Institution	System	Policy Summary (generated with assistance from ChatGPT-4o)	Sources

2	California Community Colleges	CCC	The California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office includes Generative AI (GenAI) as a key component in its Vision 2030 plan to enhance student success, equity, and operational efficiency. AI initiatives focus on supporting teaching, improving communication, increasing engagement, and promoting inclusivity. The office has developed the HUMANS Framework, emphasizing human-centered design, bias mitigation, accountability, transparency, and sustainability in AI adoption. This approach ensures that AI tools are ethically and effectively integrated to foster equitable outcomes and maintain student trust in the educational experience.	Human-Centered Principles for Adopting Generative AI (CCC)
3	CSU Fullerton	CSU	California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) provides comprehensive guidelines for integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into teaching and learning. The university emphasizes the importance of transparency in syllabi regarding AI usage, advising faculty to clearly define when AI is permitted or prohibited, how to cite AI-generated content, and the ethical considerations involved. CSUF offers example syllabus language to assist instructors in formulating their AI policies. Additionally, CSUF has curated a list of vetted AI-oriented software products available for faculty and student use in research and classrooms. The university also provides resources through the WAC LIAISONS program, which connects writing and generative AI pedagogies to enhance student learning and support faculty in adapting to AI's presence in higher education.	CSF Faculty Development Center
4	CSU Long Beach	CSU	California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) promotes the responsible and ethical use of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to enhance teaching, learning, research, and campus services. The university's guidelines emphasize adherence to existing CSU and CSULB policies on information security and privacy, advising against inputting confidential information into public generative AI tools to prevent exposure of sensitive data. Users are encouraged to verify AI-generated content for accuracy and potential copyright issues before sharing or publication. Maintaining academic integrity is crucial; faculty should clearly communicate expectations regarding AI usage in coursework, and students must comply with these guidelines to avoid academic misconduct. Additionally, the university warns of AI-facilitated phishing and scams, urging vigilance and prompt reporting of suspicious activities.	CSULB AI Guidelines
5	UC Berkeley	UC	The University of California, Berkeley's guidelines for the appropriate use of generative AI tools stress responsible and secure use aligned with institutional values and privacy standards. AI tools can be used with publicly available data (Protection Level P1), while select UC-contracted tools like Microsoft CoPilot, Adobe Firefly, and Zoom’s AI Companion have specific permissions for higher sensitivity data, provided user consent is obtained. Prohibited uses include using AI for academic work against instructor guidelines, handling sensitive or FERPA-protected information, and engaging in prohibited activities like harassment. High-risk AI applications require prior consultation to address ethical and security risks, supporting a balanced approach to AI innovation within the university.	UC Berkeley Ethics Office
6	UCLA	UC	UCLA’s guidelines for using Generative AI (GenAI) highlight the importance of academic integrity, data privacy, and ethical responsibility. Students are advised to consult instructors regarding the permissible use of AI in coursework, as all submissions must either be original or properly cited under the UCLA Student Conduct Code. For data privacy, UCLA emphasizes securing information by using anonymized datasets, obtaining explicit consent, and employing security measures like encryption and multi-factor authentication. Ethically, UCLA promotes fairness and transparency in AI systems, encouraging regular assessments to prevent bias and discrimination. The university aims to ensure that AI use aligns with values of social good and sustainability, positioning GenAI as a tool to enhance learning and support community well-being.	UCLA Generative AI
7	UC Irvine	UC	The University of California, Irvine's Division of Teaching Excellence and Innovation (DTEI) provides resources to integrate generative AI tools into teaching and learning. These tools, including text generators like ChatGPT and image, audio, and video AI applications, are increasingly embedded in daily communication and educational technologies. DTEI encourages faculty to consider how these tools can enhance course material preparation, administrative tasks, and student learning outcomes. Additionally, DTEI offers guidance on effectively incorporating AI tools into curricula and teaching students their appropriate use.	UCI Division of Teaching Excellence and Innovation
8	UC San Diego	UC	The University of California, San Diego (UCSD) Library offers a comprehensive guide on artificial intelligence (AI) resources, emphasizing the ethical and responsible use of AI in academic settings. This guide provides access to a variety of AI tools, research databases, and educational materials to support both teaching and learning. It also includes information on the ethical implications of AI, promoting awareness of issues such as bias, privacy, and the societal impact of AI technologies. By offering these resources, UCSD aims to foster a well-informed community that can effectively and ethically engage with AI in their academic pursuits.	UCSD Library
9	UC Santa Cruz	UC	The University of California, Santa Cruz's Teaching & Learning Center (TLC) offers comprehensive resources on integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into teaching and learning. These resources include guidance on understanding AI's role in education, developing course-specific AI policies, and addressing unauthorized AI use. The TLC emphasizes the importance of prompt engineering—the process of crafting effective prompts for AI tools—to enhance educational outcomes. Additionally, the center highlights the capabilities and limitations of generative AI, such as its proficiency in producing human-like text and generating ideas, while noting its current inability to fact-check or create certain multimedia content.	The Teaching & Learning Center (UC Santa Cruz)
10	UC Riverside	UC	The University of California, Riverside (UCR) provides guidelines for using generative AI in instructional settings, emphasizing accountability, data security, and equitable access. UCR highlights that while AI tools like Google Bard can enhance productivity and learning, users are responsible for ensuring the accuracy and ethical compliance of AI-generated content. Data security is prioritized, advising against inputting sensitive information into public AI tools without a security review. The guidelines also suggest practical applications for instructors, such as exploring generative AI for administrative tasks and developing authentic assessments that align with real-world AI use. UCR encourages clear communication with students about expectations for AI use, including guidelines for citation and ethical considerations, aiming to balance innovation with academic integrity.	UCR Office of the Provost
11	UC Merced	UC	The University of California, Merced emphasizes the importance of clear communication regarding the use of generative AI tools in academic settings. Instructors are encouraged to explicitly state their policies on AI usage in course syllabi, detailing when and how these tools may be utilized. The university advocates for open discussions with students about the ethical and responsible use of AI, highlighting potential limitations and implications. By establishing transparent guidelines, UC Merced aims to foster an environment where AI is integrated thoughtfully into the learning process.	UC Merced Teaching Commons
12	Cal Poly Humboldt	CSU		ChatGPT, AI, and Academic Dishonesty Navigating Artificial Intelligence at Humboldt Generative AI Tools
13	Chico State	CSU		The Office of Faculty Development: Artificial Intelligence
14	Sonoma State	CSU		Sonoma State Approach to Generative AI Student Use of Generative AI
15	Sacramento State	CSU		Recommended Campus-Wide Policy on the Use of AI in Instruction
16	Cal Maritime	CSU	No discernable policies.
17	CSU East Bay	CSU		Artificial Intelligence Guidelines
18	San Francisco State	CSU		Teaching with Generative AI Working with AI
19	San José State	CSU		Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Plagiarism
20	Stanislaus State	CSU		University Library: AI (Artificial Intelligence)
21	Fresno State	CSU		Office of IDEAS: Generative AI for Teaching and Learning
22	Cal Poly San Luis Obispo	CSU		Cal Poly CTLT: Resources for Teaching and Learning with AI
23	CSU Bakersfield	CSU		Artificial Intelligence Guidelines Examples of Classroom Policies for AI Generative Tools
24	CSU Channel Islands	CSU		Artificial Intelligence Guidelines
25	CSU Northridge	CSU		Department of Elementary Education: AI Policy Guidance on Maintaining Academic Integrity in an Artificial Intelligence World (Memorandum)
26	Cal State LA	CSU		Teaching & Learning with AI (Center for Effective Teaching and Learning)
27	CSU Dominguez Hills	CSU		Using and Evaluating AI Tools (University Library)
28	Cal Poly Pomona	CSU		About AI at CPP (Center for the Advancement of Faculty Excellence) AI Guide for Instructors (University Library)
29	CSU San Bernardino	CSU
30	CSU San Marcos	CSU
31	San Diego State	CSU
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