Teaching & Learning
- Use of AI for graded coursework is governed by instructor discretion and course-specific rules
- UNLV states that unauthorized use of AI on assignments can be academic misconduct, while authorized use may be permitted if it aligns with the instructor’s directions and any required disclosure or citation expectations
Acceptable use of AI depends on how your instructor has addressed the use of AI in your class. If your instructor prohibits the use of AI and you use it on assignments, exams, quizzes, or other coursework, then it may constitute academic misconduct.
Students should understand when and where it is appropriate to use AI-assisted technologies. Examples of AI misuse include, but are not limited to:
• Using AI to complete an assignment when not authorized by the instructor.
• Submitting AI-generated work as original work.
• Using AI during an exam or quiz without authorization.
• Using AI-generated content without proper citation or attribution.
Artificial intelligence (AI) platforms and tools may be used if authorized by the course instructor and are documented appropriately.
Unauthorized use of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. Unauthorized use of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies for completion of any coursework, including using artificial intelligence technologies to generate student work products, answers, or solutions or to aid in the completion of assignments, examinations, or quizzes is prohibited unless expressly authorized by the course instructor. Examples of unauthorized use of artificial intelligence tools include, but are not limited to, image generators, translational services, prompts, and computer code generators.
- UNLV treats unauthorized AI use in these settings as potential academic misconduct
- AI use in exams, quizzes, and other formal assessments is prohibited unless the instructor expressly authorizes it
If your instructor prohibits the use of AI and you use it on assignments, exams, quizzes, or other coursework, then it may constitute academic misconduct.
Students should understand when and where it is appropriate to use AI-assisted technologies. Examples of AI misuse include, but are not limited to:
• Using AI during an exam or quiz without authorization.
Unauthorized use of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. Unauthorized use of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies for completion of any coursework, including using artificial intelligence technologies to generate student work products, answers, or solutions or to aid in the completion of assignments, examinations, or quizzes is prohibited unless expressly authorized by the course instructor.
- The university advises students to verify outputs, protect privacy, and follow instructor guidance
- UNLV encourages students to use generative AI as a learning support tool for studying, brainstorming, tutoring, and practice, but not as a substitute for completing graded work without authorization
It's not all about cheating; there are ways to use AI for learning, from tutoring to brainstorming and more.
Generative AI can be a valuable companion throughout the learning process for students.
Stuck? Ask it to explain things in a different way.
Use AI to support study strategies, such as creating flashcards or practice quizzes.
Use AI to get over writer's block by generating ideas or outlines.
Ask AI to create examples or practice scenarios.
Verify accuracy. Always fact-check and critically evaluate outputs before relying on them.
Follow instructor guidance. Ask what level of AI use is allowed in your class.
Students should understand when and where it is appropriate to use AI-assisted technologies.
- UNLV explicitly includes computer code generators within its academic integrity rules
- AI code generation for coursework is prohibited unless the course instructor expressly authorizes it
Unauthorized use of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. Unauthorized use of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies for completion of any coursework, including using artificial intelligence technologies to generate student work products, answers, or solutions or to aid in the completion of assignments, examinations, or quizzes is prohibited unless expressly authorized by the course instructor. Examples of unauthorized use of artificial intelligence tools include, but are not limited to, image generators, translational services, prompts, and computer code generators.
Research
- The university states that AI tools should not be listed as authors and that disciplinary or publisher rules may impose additional requirements
- UNLV permits researchers to use AI for limited manuscript support such as grammar, formatting, and brainstorming, but researchers remain responsible for the accuracy, originality, and integrity of the final work
AI can assist in drafting, editing, and formatting research outputs, but it should not replace scholarly judgment or critical analysis.
Researchers are responsible for all content in their manuscripts, including any portions generated or revised with AI assistance.
Do not list AI tools as authors.
Use AI for support tasks such as grammar assistance, formatting, outlining, or brainstorming, while ensuring substantive intellectual contributions remain human.
Follow journal, publisher, sponsor, and disciplinary guidelines regarding AI disclosure and acceptable use.
- UNLV allows AI to assist with research analysis and related workflows, but requires researchers to use caution with sensitive data and to validate outputs
- The university also directs researchers not to upload confidential, proprietary, export-controlled, or human subjects data into public AI systems unless approved safeguards are in place
AI tools can support literature synthesis, coding, transcription, data visualization, and other research tasks.
Verify all outputs for accuracy, bias, and appropriateness.
Do not enter confidential, proprietary, export-controlled, or human subjects data into public AI tools.
Researchers must comply with data security requirements, IRB protocols, sponsor terms, and applicable laws when using AI.
Do not put highly sensitive, regulated, or confidential data into public AI tools.
If working with human subjects, consult the IRB before using AI in recruitment, data collection, analysis, or intervention.
University data classification defines how data may be stored, accessed, used, and shared. Data stewards and custodians shall ensure institutional data are protected according to classification level and applicable legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements.
- UNLV requires research use of AI to comply with research integrity, IRB, sponsor, and legal requirements
- The university specifically cautions against using public AI tools with human subjects or other restricted data and directs researchers to consult the IRB when AI is involved in recruitment, data collection, analysis, or interventions
Researchers must comply with data security requirements, IRB protocols, sponsor terms, and applicable laws when using AI.
If working with human subjects, consult the IRB before using AI in recruitment, data collection, analysis, or intervention.
Do not enter confidential, proprietary, export-controlled, or human subjects data into public AI tools.
Research misconduct is fabrication, falsification, or plagiarism in proposing, performing, reviewing research, or in reporting research results.
Academic Integrity
- For research, UNLV instructs users to follow journal, publisher, sponsor, and disciplinary disclosure rules
- UNLV requires documentation or proper citation when AI use is authorized for student work, and it treats undisclosed AI-generated content as misconduct when submitted as original work
Artificial intelligence (AI) platforms and tools may be used if authorized by the course instructor and are documented appropriately.
Using AI-generated content without proper citation or attribution.
Submitting AI-generated work as original work.
Follow journal, publisher, sponsor, and disciplinary guidelines regarding AI disclosure and acceptable use.
- UNLV ties unauthorized AI use to existing academic misconduct and academic integrity enforcement processes
- The provided sources do not define a university-wide stance on AI detection tools, but they do state that unauthorized AI use may be sanctioned under student conduct and academic integrity policies
If your instructor prohibits the use of AI and you use it on assignments, exams, quizzes, or other coursework, then it may constitute academic misconduct.
Unauthorized use of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies for completion of any coursework, including using artificial intelligence technologies to generate student work products, answers, or solutions or to aid in the completion of assignments, examinations, or quizzes is prohibited unless expressly authorized by the course instructor.
Students are subject to sanctions for violations of this policy.
Alleged violations of academic integrity are handled under the procedures set forth in this Policy.
Institutional & Administrative
- Faculty are advised to set clear course expectations for student AI use, and staff are directed not to rely on AI for final decisions without human review
- UNLV encourages faculty and staff to use AI to support teaching and work processes, but requires human oversight, accuracy checks, and protection of sensitive information
Faculty can use AI to enhance course design, generate ideas, create practice materials, and streamline administrative tasks.
Set clear expectations for students about when and how AI use is allowed.
Review all AI outputs carefully for accuracy, bias, and alignment with course goals.
Staff can use AI to support drafting, summarizing, brainstorming, and improving workflows.
Do not use AI as the sole basis for decisions that affect people, finances, legal obligations, or official university records.
Human review is required before acting on AI-generated output.
Do not enter confidential, sensitive, or regulated university data into public AI tools.
- UNLV requires users to protect institutional data and not enter confidential, sensitive, regulated, or highly sensitive information into public AI tools
- The university’s AI and IT guidance emphasizes using approved university technologies and complying with data classification and governance requirements
Do not enter confidential, sensitive, or regulated university data into public AI tools.
Do not put highly sensitive, regulated, or confidential data into public AI tools.
Use only university-approved tools and services when available.
University data classification defines how data may be stored, accessed, used, and shared.
Data stewards and custodians shall ensure institutional data are protected according to classification level and applicable legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements.
- The university presents AI as a strategic priority and provides structured guidance, principles, and coordinated resources for campus adoption
- UNLV has an institution-level AI strategy centered on the RebelAI initiative and a university-wide generative AI program that addresses teaching, learning, research, and work
UNLV's RebelAI initiative is expanding to accelerate innovation in teaching, learning, research, and operations.
Generative AI at UNLV
UNLV is embracing generative AI to enhance teaching, empower learning, advance research, and transform work.
This site provides guidance, examples, and resources for using generative AI responsibly and effectively across the university.
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Common Questions About University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV)'s AI Policies
University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) has defined AI policies in 12 of 12 categories, with an overall coverage score of 100%.
UNLV requires documentation or proper citation when AI use is authorized for student work, and it treats undisclosed AI-generated content as misconduct when submitted as original work. For research, UNLV instructs users to follow journal, publisher, sponsor, and disciplinary disclosure rules.
UNLV ties unauthorized AI use to existing academic misconduct and academic integrity enforcement processes. The provided sources do not define a university-wide stance on AI detection tools, but they do state that unauthorized AI use may be sanctioned under student conduct and academic integrity policies.
UNLV requires users to protect institutional data and not enter confidential, sensitive, regulated, or highly sensitive information into public AI tools. The university’s AI and IT guidance emphasizes using approved university technologies and complying with data classification and governance requirements.